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Copyright © 2009 All Rights Reserved Acer F900 Smartphone User Guide First issue: March 2009 Acer F900 Smartphone Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________ 2 Acer F900 Smartphone User Guide
Table of Contents Get to know your Acer F900 Smartphone Features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Other sources of help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Chapter 1: Set Up Unpack your smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Get to know your smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Install the SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Home screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Customize basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Chapter 6: Using the Camera Camera icons and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Take a photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shoot a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photo and video options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Get to know your Acer F900 Smartphone Features and functions Your new smartphone is a multi-functional tool packed with intuitive features and powerful applications that make organizing your information and synchronizing it with your personal activities an easy, efficient task. Your smartphone lets you: • Synchronize email with your server while on the move. • Make voice calls when connected to a 3G/EDGE/GPRS/ HSUPA/HSDPA network.
• High-density, rechargeable 1530 mAh Lithium Polymer battery (replaceable) • Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional Edition Other sources of help For more on using your smartphone, please see these guides: For information on: Refer to: Programs on your smartphone and additional programs that can be installed on your smartphone This User Guide. Included on the bundled CD, it provides online reference for using your smartphone. The smartphone help file. Select Help from the Start menu.
Product registration When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from our trained representatives • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys • The latest news from Acer Hurry and register, as other advantages await you! How to register To register your Acer product, visit our website at http://registration.acer.com.
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Chapter 1: Set Up Unpack your smartphone Your smartphone comes packed in a cardboard box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents.
Get to know your smartphone Views No. Item Description 1 Mini USB connector Connect to a USB cable/headphones/charger. 2 Power button Press to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode. 3 Bluetooth/WLAN/GPS Indicates Bluetooth, WLAN and GPS status. indicator 4 Light sensor Senses ambient light to adjust screen brightness for comfortable viewing. 5 Phone speaker Suitable for normal phone use. 6 Indicator LED Indicates battery charge status, phone connection status and any unread messages.
No. Item Description 7 Touchscreen 800 x 480 pixel screen to display data, phone content and enter information. 8 Call button Activate phone/dial/view recently dialed numbers/answer a call. 9 End button Press to end a call/disconnect GPRS; press and hold to turn the phone function on/off. 10 Start button Press to open the Start menu. 11 OK/close button Press to activate the OK/X function (if available in the top right-hand corner of the screen). 12 Microphone Internal microphone.
LED indicators Bluetooth/WLAN/GPS indicator: LED Color State Description White Flashing GPS active Amber Flashing WLAN connected Blue Flashing Bluetooth on Indicator LED: LED Color State Description Red Flashing Battery is low and needs recharging/alarm notification (missed call, new message, etc.
Install the SIM card To take full advantage of your smartphone’s telephony capabilities, you must install a SIM card. The SIM card holder is located above the battery compartment. Open the battery compartment Gently, but firmly pull both sides of the battery cover to release it. Remove the battery cover. Insert the SIM and replace the battery Insert the SIM card into the SIM holder as shown, making sure the gold connectors face downwards.
Make sure the battery locking tab is open, as shown. Place the battery into the battery compartment, lining up the battery connectors with those on the side the compartment. Slide the red battery lock towards the top of the phone to secure the battery in place. CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Gently, but firmly clip the battery cover in place.
Remove the SIM card and battery Open the battery compartment as shown in “Open the battery compartment“ on page 13. Slide the battery lock towards the bottom of the phone to release the battery. Using the small tab on the upper right side of the battery, carefully lift it out of its compartment. Slide the SIM card out of its slot.
Note: Place your smartphone on a flat but soft surface when performing this step, to avoid scratching or damaging the screen. Replace the battery and battery cover as shown in “Insert the SIM and replace the battery“ on page 13. SIM card lock Your smartphone may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator. To unlock your SIM, contact your network provider.
Follow the onscreen instructions to align the screen, practice using the stylus, set the date and time, and set a password to protect your smartphone. Install add-on applications After you’ve finished the initial setup, a screen will open listing the add-on applications available on your phone. Please select the applications you wish to install, and tap Next to continue. The installation of the chosen and other applications and tools will continue.
Activate a new SIM card If you are using your SIM card for the first time, it may require activation. Contact your network operator for details on how to do this. The Home screen After rebooting, your smartphone will display the Home screen. You will be asked if you want to view the Icon Matrix or Acer 3D view as the default. The Acer 3D view gives you icon-based access to many of the applications and features of your smartphone.
No. Feature Description 3 Messages Launch the messaging application; also indicates unread messages. 4 Calls Open a list of dialed numbers, missed calls. 5 Weather View weather forecasts for your set locations. 6 Calendar View upcoming appointments. 7 Pictures View content in My pictures as a slideshow. 8 Contacts View the contacts stored on your smartphone. 9 Media Player Play media files stored on your smartphone. 10 Settings Open the toolkit to customize your smartphone.
Alternatively, if you prefer a more traditional appearance, you can swipe your finger up or down the screen to use the Icon Matrix. Connecting to your PC and synchronizing data You can synchronize the data on your smartphone with the data on your PC using the supplied USB sync cable and the Windows Vista Sync Center or ActiveSync. Refer to “Connect to a PC and install software“ on page 65 for more details on connecting and synchronizing.
Chapter 2: Making Calls This chapter shows you how to make calls, and the various options available to you during your call. Before making a call The phone function needs to be turned on before you can make calls; you can turn the phone on from the Comm. Manager (refer to “Comm. Manager” on page 52). 1. To access the Comm. Manager, tap any of the icons at the top of the screen or Start > Settings > Connections tab > Comm. Manager. 2. Tap the phone icon so it displays On. Make a call 1.
The onscreen number pad The onscreen number pad allows you to enter numbers to dial. To access the onscreen number pad press the Call key or tap Start > Phone. Make a call To make a call from your smartphone you can dial the number using the onscreen number pad. Dial from the onscreen number pad 1. Enter the number you want to call by tapping the onscreen number pad with the stylus. 2. Tap Talk (for voice calls) to dial the number. Make a call to one of your contacts 1.
Dial from the Speed Dial Contacts in your contact list will automatically be added to Speed Dial. Tap Speed Dial beneath the Home screen and tap the contact you wish to call. You can opt to arrange numbers alphabetically or by the frequency with which you call the numbers. Swipe your finger up or down the screen to scroll through the list of contacts or tap a letter in the bar at the bottom of the page.
The voice call screen Once you have dialed your number the voice call screen appears, where several options are available. Turn on the speakerphone. Mute the call. Put the current call on hold. Add a note. Tap to enter the contacts list. End the call. Display the keypad. Open the menu.
The voice call menu Tap Menu on the voice call screen to access the menu. The menu options available are: Action Description Hold Put the call on hold. Mute/Unmute Mute/unmute the call. Turn Speakerphone On/Off Turn the speakerphone on/off. Turn Hands-free Turn the handsfree feature on/off. On/Off Conference Begin a conference call. Paste Paste a copied number from the clipboard into the number field on the voice call screen. Save to Contacts Save the entered number to contacts.
Reject a call Press the End key or tap Ignore to reject a call. End a call To end a call, press the End key or tap End. Put a call on hold To put a call on hold, tap Hold on the voice call screen. Tap again to resume the call. Swap between calls When you receive a second call while already on a call, a notification message will appear. 1. Press the Call key to answer the incoming call and the first call will be put on hold. 2. Tap Swap on the voice call screen to switch between calls.
country code. Simply tap and hold +0 on the onscreen number pad until + appears onscreen. Warning: International call rates can vary greatly depending on the country you are calling and your network provider. We suggest you check all call rates with your network provider, to avoid excessive phone bills. If you are using your smartphone abroad, roaming charges will apply. Consult your network provider for roaming rates specific to the country you are visiting before you leave.
Save a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use. 1. Select the number from the Call History list, and tap Save. 2. Enter the contact’s information and tap OK to save. Redial a missed call When you have a missed call, the icon appears at the top of the Home screen, while the phone icon will display the number of missed calls. 1. Tap View to display the missed call details. 2. Select the call from the list and press the Call key or tap Call.
Chapter 3: Input Devices This section will take you through the various input methods available to you on your smartphone. The stylus The stylus is used to select items and enter information. On your smartphone, the stylus replaces the mouse. Carefully remove the stylus from its holder. Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select options. Drag: Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Drag on a scroll bar to scroll up and down the screen.
The application buttons The buttons are set to access the following applications by default: Button 1 - Start Menu Button 2 - OK/Close Button 3 - Camera We recommend that you use these defaults whenever possible. Tip: The application buttons listed above can be configured to launch applications that you use the most. To configure which applications to launch with each button, tap Start > Settings > Buttons.
The onscreen keyboard You can activate an onscreen keyboard in certain applications when entering data. Tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the screen to display the keyboard. Tap again to hide the keyboard. Tap the arrow next to the keyboard symbol to select different input options. Mode Description Block Recognizer* Write using letters, numbers, symbols and punctuation marks to be converted to text. Easy Keyboard Displays a standard keyboard with larger keys for easier use.
Configure input settings You can change the default input method when using the onscreen keyboard. 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Input > Input Method tab. 2. Select the input method you prefer from the list. 3. When certain modes are selected further options are available. In these cases, tap Options to view further settings. 4. Tap OK to confirm and save.
Chapter 4: Messaging This chapter shows you how to set up and use the SMS, MMS and email functions of your smartphone. The messaging screen All SMS, MMS and email messages are accessed via the messaging screen. To access the messaging screen, tap Start > Messaging > Messages. Then tap the drop-down menu in the top left corner of the messaging screen to view the folder list. All email accounts, SMS and MMS folders are displayed here. Tap on the plus sign next to each folder to view the sub folder list.
Tap a subfolder to open it. Tap Inbox to return to the main messaging screen. Tap Menu for a list of options appropriate to the selected folder. Manage your folders You can select synchronization, download and other settings for certain folders. To manage your folders, tap Menu > Tools > Manage Folders, tap and hold on the folder name to open a menu of action items. Tap Folder Options to open and modify the settings for that folder.
1. Tap Start > Messaging > Messages. Then tap the drop-down menu in the top left corner of the messaging screen. 2. Tap the Text Messages folder and the Inbox appears. 3. Tap a message to open it. 4. Tap Reply to reply to the message and the message window appears. 5. Enter your message and tap Send. Sort text messages You can sort your text messages by message type, sender, received messages and message subject.
7. Enter your user name, password and domain. 8. Tap Finish to save and complete setup. Set up MMS profiles You can select and configure several MMS messaging profiles for different networks and environments. 1. Tap Start > Messaging > Messages, then tap the drop-down menu in the top left corner of the messaging screen. 2. Tap the Messages folder and the Inbox appears. 3. Tap Menu > MMS Settings > MMS Settings tab. 4. Tap a profile from the list. Tap Edit to view the selected profile settings. 5.
6. To attach an audio file, tap Insert Audio... and select the file you want to attach. The audio file will be displayed in the message. 7. To insert text, tap Insert Text and enter your message. All attachments and text will now be displayed in the message window. 8. Tap Send. Reply to MMS messages When a new MMS message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the Home screen and a notification message is displayed. 1.
Email Your smartphone uses Outlook Mobile to manage email accounts. Tap Start > Messaging to open the messaging window. Tap Setup Email to set up your email account. Enter your email address and password to set up the account. Select if you want to save your password or not. When you’ve finished entering the information, tap Next. Your smartphone has pre-set definitions for a variety of popular ISPs and will recommend settings if your email address is recognized.
Chapter 5: Home Screen Overview The Home screen When you switch on your smartphone, the Home screen appears following boot up. The Home screen is the main point from which you can navigate your smartphone. The screen features connection status information, displays the date and time, and features a set of shortcut icons that help you to access the most frequently used applications quickly and easily.
Tap an icon to launch the following features: No. Feature Description 1 Clock View your set locations on the globe. 2 Email Launch the email application; also indicates any unread mails. 3 Messages Launch the messaging application; also indicates any unread messages. 4 Calls Open a list of dialed numbers, missed calls. 5 Weather View weather forecasts for your set locations. 6 Calendar View upcoming appointments. 7 Pictures View content in My pictures as a slideshow.
Status icons Icon Description Icon Description New email, SMS or MMS Missed call or calls WLAN access available Telephone call connected WLAN connected Call is being forwarded Connected to PC via USB Call is on hold Signal strength System sounds on No signal Vibrate only, no system sounds Antenna off (telephone is off) All system sounds off No phone service Battery charge indicator Incoming telephone call Low battery warning GPRS available Battery is charging 3G network available 3G
Icon Description Icon Synchronizing over HSDPA/HSUPA Description HSDPA/HSUPA connected Return to the Home screen You can return to the Home screen from any application by tapping Start > Today. Customize basic settings Set the date and time To set the date and time, tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms > Time tab. Tap Home and select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Set the time by tapping the up and down arrows. Select the date from the drop-down calendar.
Enter your name along with any other information you want to store. Tap the Notes tab to add any additional notes. Tap the Options tab to configure how this information is displayed. Tap OK to confirm and save. Name your smartphone Your smartphone uses a name to identify itself when connected to other computers. To specify a name, tap Start > Settings > System tab > About > Device ID. Enter a name for your device. Add a description if necessary. Tap OK to confirm and save.
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Chapter 6: Using the Camera Your smartphone features a 3.2-megapixel digital camera mounted on the rear. This section will take you through all the steps to get you up and taking photos and videos with your smartphone. To activate the camera, press the camera button or go to Start > Programs > Multimedia > Camera.
Camera icons and indicators Icon Description Adjust the camera mode. • Photo - Take a photograph. • Video - Shoot a video. • POI Photo - Take a photo and associate it with the GPS coordinates of the location. • Continuous 3/5/9 - Take three, five or nine photos in a burst (select the number of photos by tapping the icon repeatedly). • MMS - Take a photo that is suited for sending by MMS. Turn the time stamp on or off. Adjust the image resolution.
Icon Description Apply an effect to photos taken: • Normal - No effect is applied. • Greyscale - Takes black and white photos. • Negative - Uses negative colors when taking the photo. • Art Frieze - Adjusts colors to create texture in a photograph. • Embossed - Creates an embossed appearance. • Sepia - The photo is given a Sepia appearance. • Silhouette - Gives photos a silhouetted appearance. • Mirror - The object is mirrored. Enter the advanced settings page. Exit and return to the previous screen.
2. Adjust any settings you require, such as brightness and scene mode. Zoom in or out slide using the up or down buttons. 3. Press the camera button down halfway until the image comes into focus. Push down fully to take the photo. Shoot a video 1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone. 2. Press the camera button down fully to begin recording. 3. Press the camera button down fully to stop recording.
Photo and video options After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved. Note: The default locations for saving photos and videos are My Documents/My Pictures and My Documents/My Videos respectively. This can be changed from the Settings page. Tap the Album icon and select a photo to view. Tap the photo to display the option icons.
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Chapter 7: Advanced Operation Put your smartphone in flight mode You can enter flight mode to turn off telephone, Bluetooth and WLAN functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard. Some airlines may provide wireless Internet services on board that can be accessed via the WLAN feature. Check prior to your departure whether this service is available on your flight.
Comm. Manager Your smartphone features phone, Bluetooth and WLAN functions. This section will explain how to activate and set basic phone, Bluetooth and wireless network (WLAN) connection settings through the Comm. Manager screen. Tip: Tap and hold the name of any communication type to open its associated Settings page. Use the Comm. Manager To access the Comm. Manager, tap any of the communication icons at the top of the screen or Start > Programs > Comm. Manager.
Adjust phone connection settings You can use the Connection Wizard to configure country and network settings for your phone connection, as well as create customized phone connections. 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Connection Wizard. 2. Select your country and network operator from the lists. 3. Tap OK to confirm and save. To detect these settings automatically, tap Search. To edit network parameters, tap Edit. Once all settings are complete, tap OK to confirm and save.
3. Select a network from the list and tap OK. When your current network is unavailable, tap Select to select another network to use. Note: Contact your service provider should you have any problems obtaining voice mail and the text message service center numbers. Adjust wireless network settings You can use your smartphone to connect to a wireless local area network (WLAN) to exchange information with your PC or network and access the Internet.
View wireless networks 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi > Wireless tab. 2. Scroll through the list to view all available networks. 3. Tap the Networks to access list to sort by All available, Only access points or Only computer-to-computer connections. Create new wireless network connections 1. Tap the Start > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi > Wireless tab. 2. Tap Menu > Add New... from the list. 3. Enter all required information to configure the wireless network.
Adjust Bluetooth settings You can create and adjust Bluetooth connections, accessibility settings and service settings to get the most out of the smartphone’s Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth connections You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your smartphone and other mobile devices. For all Bluetooth settings, tap Settings > Connections tab > Bluetooth. Here you can adjust Bluetooth profiles, status, accessibility, and services settings. You can also view version information.
3. You can also define a Name for your smartphone. 4. Tap Advanced... to change additional Connectivity, Serial Ports, File Transfer, Audio, Object Exchange and Synchronization settings. Phone settings Many phone settings are automatically configured by your smartphone when you insert a SIM card. The device will communicate with your service provider and automatically obtain all necessary settings, such as network name, voice mail and text message center numbers.
2. Select Call Forwarding from the list and tap Get Settings. 3. Specify whether to forward all calls or only under certain conditions. Tap the checkboxes to select the option you require and enter number(s) to forward calls to. 4. Tap OK to confirm and save. Set up call waiting 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Phone > Services tab. Select Call Waiting from the list and tap Get Settings. Select whether to be notified or not when a call is waiting. Tap OK to confirm and save.
Manage contacts Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the internal memory or onto your SIM card. Further options are explained in this section that are accessible via the Contact screen menu. Add and edit contacts To add a new contact: 1. Enter the telephone number on the Phone screen. 2. Tap Menu > Save to Contacts. 3. Tap and select whether this is a SIM Contact or Outlook Contact. 4. Enter the required information. 5.
Copy contacts You can copy contacts stored in internal memory to your SIM card, and vice versa. Copy a contact from internal memory to the SIM card Note: Copying a contact from internal memory to your SIM will only copy the contact’s name and phone number. Names longer than 14 characters will be truncated. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tap Start > Contacts. Tap the internal memory contact you want to save. Tap Menu > Copy Contact > To SIM. Edit the information as required. Tap OK to save the contact to your SIM card.
Send contacts via message 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start > Contacts. Select a contact. Tap Menu > Send Contact > Messages. Select the contact information you want to send and tap Done. 5. Specify a recipient and tap Send. Send contacts via beam 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start > Contacts. Select a contact. Tap Menu > Send Contact > Beam. Select the Bluetooth device to send the contact to. Delete contacts To free up space on either the internal memory or on your SIM card, you can delete contacts from your address book. 1.
4. Tap Select a picture... to open My Pictures. Tap the desired picture to assign a picture to the contact. 5. Scroll to Ringtone and tap the field. Select a ringtone from the drop-down list. 6. Tap OK to confirm and save. Namecard Manager Note: This application may not be available in your region or for your language. Namecard Manager is an application that integrates optical character recognition and a contact list with the camera function.
Tap Language to select the language used on the namecard and Identify to run optical character recognition and insert the details into the contact list. You may modify the recognized text by tapping on a field. The image of the namecard will be repositioned so you can confirm the contents. Select the field to modify and correct any errors using the keyboard or onscreen keyboard. Manage namecard information Tap Manage to open the namecard database.
SIM Manager allows you to manage your SIM phonebook and to copy the phonebook entries to Contacts. To start SIM Manager, tap Start > Programs > Phone > SIM Manager. The standard display mode is to show your SIM contacts and Contacts entries at the same time. You may change this by tapping SIM, Contact or Standard at the bottom of the screen. You can sort your contacts by tapping Name or Pos (only for SIM contacts) at the top of the list of contacts.
• To copy a single contact, tap and hold any contact, and select Copy to Contact/SIM. SMS Management Tap Menu > SMS Management to enter the SMS management screen and display SMS content on the SIM card. Double tap the number in the Pos column to view the corresponding SMS. To delete an SMS, select the SMS and then Del selected SMS.
Plug the mini USB sync cable into the mini USB connector on your smartphone. Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer. Configure USB to PC settings You can enable advanced networking to enhance your USB to PC connection, should you be experiencing any problems synchronizing your data with. 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > USB to PC. 2. Check the Enable advanced network functionality checkbox to enable. 3. Tap OK to confirm and save.
To edit an appointment, tap the entry and then tap Edit to open the appointment entry screen. Create tasks Tasks can be set to remind you of specific things you must do and the completion deadlines. Create a new task 1. Tap Start > Programs > Tasks. 2. Tap Menu > New Task. 3. Enter all task information, start and due dates and how often to be reminded. 4. Tap OK to confirm and save. To edit an appointment, tap the entry and then tap Menu > Edit to open the task entry screen.
Multimedia playback Your smartphone comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content. Media Player Tap the Media player icon on the Home page. The Media Player will search for all supported media files on your smartphone. Tap the Play icon to start playback immediately. Tap Sort By to sort your media files according to Album, Artist, Genre, Folder or Favorites. FM Tuner Note: This application may not be available in your region or for your language.
The FM Tuner screen indicates the frequency the tuner is receiving (1), volume level (2) and your defined favorites (3). Tap the frequency display to open a number pad that allows you to enter a different frequency. Tap My Favorite to manage your list of favorite radio stations. To add a favorite, select the position in the list that you’d like to add the favorite at, and tap to open the frequency allocation window. Enter the frequency using the keyboard.
Use Windows Media Player You can use Windows Media Player to play videos you have taken with your smartphone as well as other media files, such as MP3 music files. The following formats are supported: Type Formats Audio WMA, MP3, WAV, AAC Video WMV Play video or audio files 1. Tap Start > Programs > File Explorer. 2. Locate the file to playback, and tap once to play it in Windows Media Player. Streaming Player Note: This application may not be available in your region or for your language.
the address of the content you wish to access in the address bar. Tap anywhere on the playback window to display the content full-screen. Tap the screen again to return to the normal display mode. Personalize your smartphone This section takes you through all settings that can be adjusted under the Personal tab in the Settings screen. Adjust the volume To adjust the volume, tap at the top of the Home screen. The volume control appears. • Use the upper slider to adjust the ring volume.
1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Sounds & Notifications > Sounds tab. 2. Select to enable sounds for events or programs. You can also specify to enable sounds when tapping the screen or pressing buttons. 3. Tap the Notifications tab. 4. Select an event from the list and the notification options for that event are displayed. 5. Adjust the settings. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust notification options for other events. 7. Tap OK to confirm and save.
Manage system certificates System certificates are used to positively identify your smartphone to other systems. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Certificates to view all certificates. Set the clock and alarms You can set the current date and time for two locations, and set multiple alarms. Refer to “Set the date and time” on page 42 for information on how to set the time and date. Set alarms 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms > Alarms tab. 2. Tap the checkbox to activate an alarm.
2. Tap the Region, Number, Currency, Date and Time tabs to view information for your region. Adjust any if necessary. 3. Tap OK to confirm and save. Power saving options 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power > Advanced tab. 2. Select the interval after which your smartphone will turn off if not in use. You can specify two intervals: one for when on battery power, and one for when on external power.
3. Tap the ClearType tab. Select to enable ClearType. 4. Tap the Text Size tab. Move the slider to adjust text size. 5. Tap OK to confirm and save. Reset your smartphone You may have to perform a reset if your smartphone fails to respond when buttons are pressed or the screen is tapped. Note: Before performing a reset, ensure that your smartphone is not locked. Press any key or tap the screen to see if the unlock screen opens. Soft reset A soft reset reboots your smartphone.
Hold down the power button and use the tip of your stylus to lightly press the Reset button inside the hole on the side of your smartphone. Clean boot Warning! You should only perform a clean boot when all other reset options have failed to restore your smartphone to an operational state. A clean boot will restore your smartphone to the factory settings. Warning! This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your phone and any programs you installed.
If your screen is responding to stylus input: Go to Start > Programs > Utilities > Default Settings. Read the warning information and enter the security code in the empty textbox. Tap OK to proceed. If your screen is not responding to stylus input: Press the reset button while holding the power button down. When you see the Acer screen, press and hold both the up and down buttons. You will see a screen showing Clean Boot in red text.
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Chapter 8: Accessories and Tips This chapter shows you how to use accessories with your smartphone, as well as provide useful tips for when you are using your smartphone. Use the stereo headset Your smartphone comes packaged with a stereo headset with built-in microphone for handsfree use when making calls. To use the headset, plug it into the mini USB port in the side of the unit. When the headset is plugged in, all audio is routed to the headset, and the speakers are turned off.
3. Tap the icon for your Bluetooth headset. 4. Enter your headset passkey and tap OK or press the OK button. 5. Tap Finish to complete setup. When you want to answer an incoming call, press the “answer” button on your Bluetooth headset. Press or End to end the call. Tip: As well as being essential for handsfree operation when driving, you can also use your Bluetooth headset when at home or in the office, to avoid carrying your smartphone around with you at all times.
9. Select one option from the Connection Availability screen and click Next. 10.Enter your username and password and click Next. 11.Click Finish to complete the setup. You can now establish a Bluetooth connection between your PC and your smartphone. When you attempt to access the Internet on your PC, your smartphone will dial the ISP number specified to establish a connection. Important: Some providers and countries do not allow the use of a smartphone as a modem over HSDPA.
Bluetooth > Mode tab, and check Make this device visible to other devices. Ensure that your computer’s Bluetooth adapter is switched on. • Open Bluetooth Places and click Add..., then follow the steps of the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard. • Double click on your smartphone device name. • Select Let me choose my own passkey when requested, and enter a passkey.
• Your smartphone will ask to allow pairing, and for the Passkey. Enter the same code you entered above and tap OK. • Windows will automatically connect to your smartphone and detect what services are available. Insert a microSD card Your smartphone features a memory expansion slot that accepts a microSD card to expand memory and storage capacity. Open the microSD reader cover and insert the microSD card into the slot. Make sure the gold connectors are facing upwards.
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Appendix FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your smartphone, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Aspect Question Answer Audio Why is there no sound coming from the device? If the headset is plugged into the device, the speaker is automatically shut off. Disconnect the headset. Check that the device volume setting is not muted. Tapany of the icons at the top of the Home screen.
Aspect System information and performance Question Answer Why can’t I play my music files? You may be trying to play a file that is not supported. Refer to “Multimedia” on page 88 for more information. How do I check Tap Start > Settings > System tab the OS version of > System Information to check the my device? OS version and other hardware and software information. How do I restore Perform a clean boot. Refer to “Clean boot” on page 76 for the system back to its default fac- more information.
Error messages Error message Description Connection canceled Operation canceled by the user. Service unavailable please try again later The network is not stable, or server has not responded. Try again later. Connection unavailable please check your network settings No path to the destination is available. Please check the settings in Start > Settings > Connections tab. 1.
Specifications Performance • Samsung SC3 6410, 533 MHz • System memory: • 128 MB of SDRAM (16 MB for modem use) • 256 MB of Flash ROM • Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional Edition Display • • • • 3.8” TFT touchscreen 800 x 480 resolution 65K color support Microsoft ClearType technology for clearer, crisper font display Multimedia • CD-quality stereo output • Mini USB handsfree microphone support • Mono speaker 0.
USB connector • 10-pin mini USB connector • USB Client • DC power-in (5 V, 1 A) Connectivity • • • • • Bluetooth 2.0+EDR IEEE Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g WLAN GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 UMTS 2100 / 1900 / 850 HSDPA / HSUPA / EDGE / GPRS Camera • 3.
Note: Length of battery operation will depend on power consumption which is based on system resource use. For example, constantly using the backlight or using power-demanding applications will shorten battery life between charges. Design and ergonomics • Stylish, light and robust design Height 117.5 mm Width 63.5 mm Thickness 12.9 mm Weight 155 g (including battery and stylus) Warnings and precautions • Do not use this product near water.
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product when engaging in sporting activities, exercising, or in any vibrating environment which may cause a short circuit or damage, and even a risk of explosion from the battery pack. CAUTION when listening to music To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.
seek medical attention immediately. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will not occur at low (below 0 °C/32 °F) or high (over 40 °C/104 °F) temperatures. The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the talk and standby times are noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. Replacing the battery pack Your smartphone uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly.
body. To successfully transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid.
Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, clearly marked.
When making an emergency call, give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. Your wireless device may be the only means of communication at the scene of an accident. Do not end the call until given permission to do so. Disposal and recycling information Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle.
Taking care of your smartphone 1. DO take care not to scratch the screen of your smartphone. Keep the screen clean. When working with your smartphone, use the supplied stylus or plastic-tipped pens intended for use with touch-sensitive screens. Never use an actual pen or pencil or other sharp object on the screen surface. 2. DO NOT expose your smartphone to rain or moisture. Do not let water enter the circuitry through the front panel buttons or expansion slots.
Safety regulations Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this Smartphone series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Compliant with Russian regulatory certification: LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots.
Certificate Information (SAR) This device meets the EU requirements (1999/519/EU) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. The limits are part of extensive recommendations for the protection of the general public. These recommendations have been developed and checked by independent scientific organizations through regular and thorough evaluations of scientific studies.
FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This mobile device meets the guidelines for exposure to radio waves. Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves recommended by international guidelines. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Acer F900 Smartphone User Guide
A ActiveSync synchronizing 66 application buttons 30 B backlight settings 72 battery charging 16 information 89 installing 15 Bluetooth connections 56 headset 79 sending contacts 61 settings 53 C calendar 66 call barring 57 call forwarding 57 call history 23 dialing a call history number 23 options 28 call waiting 58 caller ID 57 calls answering 25 ending 26 from other applications 23 on-screeen options 25 putting on hold 26 rejecting 26 swapping between 26 using the on-screen dial pad 22 camera editing ph
I input options 32 input settings 32 international numbers 26 L LED indicators 12, 16 M microphone volume 73 MMS messages 35 N naming 43 network selecting 53 O on-screen dial pad 22 on-screen keyboard 31 P performance 88 personalizing 42 phone connections 52, 53 photos & videos editing 49 power management 54 profiles 58 R regional settings 73 ring tones 58 S safety regulations 90 screen options 74 SD card 83 information 89 SIM Card 104 Acer F900 Smartphone Entering PIN Code 17 Installing 13 SIM toolkit 6
