Acer x960 User Guide
Copyright © 2009. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer x960 Smartphone User Guide First issue: February 2009 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this User Guide or supplementary documents and publications.
Contents Welcome to the Acer x960 Smartphone 1 Features and functions Product features Other sources of help Accessing the help menus 1 1 2 3 Chapter 1: Setting Up 5 Unpacking your smartphone Getting to know your smartphone Installing the SIM card and battery Removing the SIM card and battery Charging the battery Turning on for the first time Using the home page Connecting to your PC and synchronizing data 5 6 9 10 11 12 14 16 Chapter 2: Making Calls 17 Before making a call The onscreen number pad
Contents Using the onscreen keyboard 31 Chapter 4: Messaging 33 Using the messaging screen Text (SMS) messages Sorting text messages MMS messages Email 33 34 35 35 38 Chapter 5: Home Screen Overview 41 Introducing the home screen Status icons Returning to the Home screen Customizing basic settings 41 43 44 44 Chapter 6: Using the Camera 47 Camera icons and indicators Taking a photo Shooting a video Photo and video options 47 49 49 50 Chapter 7: Advanced Operation 53 Using the Acer x960 Smart
Contents Connecting to a PC and installing software Connecting to a PC Configuring USB to PC settings Other functions Managing your calendar Creating tasks Browsing the Internet Using Windows Media Player Starting Windows Live: Personalizing your Acer x960 Smartphone Resetting your Acer x960 Smartphone Soft reset Performing a cold boot Performing a clean boot 66 66 67 67 67 67 68 68 69 69 73 74 74 75 Chapter 8: Accessories and Tips 77 Using the stereo headset Using a Bluetooth headset Using your Acer x9
Contents USB connector Connectivity Camera Expansion Battery Design and ergonomics Warnings and precautions Medical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Disposal and recycling information Taking care of your Acer x960 Safety regulations iv 89 89 89 89 89 90 90 94 95 96 97 98 98 100 Acer x960 Smartphone User Guide
Welcome to the Acer x960 Smartphone Features and functions Your sleek new Acer x960 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 Acer x960 Smartphone lets you: • Synchronize email with your server while on the move. • Make voice calls and video calls when connected to a 3G/EDGE/GPRS/HSUPA/HSDPA network.
Other sources of help • • • • Stylish, light and robust design Micro SD memory card slot 10-pin mini USB connector High-density, rechargeable 1530 mAh Lithium Polymer battery (changeable) • DC power-in (5 V, 1 A) • Application buttons for easy launch of commonly used applications • Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.
Other sources of help For information on: Refer to: Up-to-date information regarding your Acer x960 Smartphone http://www.acer.com/ Service enquiries http://global.acer.com/support/ index.htm Accessing the help menus Your Acer x960 Smartphone features detailed help menus to aid you in making connections and using the embedded applications. 1. Tap Start > Help to access the Help menus. 2. Tap Contents to view all help topics or Search to find help on specific topics.
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Chapter 1: Setting Up Unpacking your smartphone Your Acer x960 Smartphone comes packed in a cardboard box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents.
Getting to know your smartphone Getting to know your smartphone Views 6 No. Item Description 1 Strap holder Attach a strap to hold your phone here. 2 Volume control Adjust the volume of your smartphone. 3 Reset pinhole Insert the stylus into this hole to reset the device. 4 Record button Press to launch the recording toolbar. 5 Light sensor Senses ambient light to adjust screen brightness for comfortable viewing. 6 Video conference camera Camera for video calls.
Getting to know your smartphone No. Item Description 7 Bluetooth/WLAN/GPS indicator Indicates Bluetooth, WLAN and GPS status. 8 Phone speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for holding to your ear. 9 Charge indicator Indicates battery charge status. 10 Touch screen 480 x 640 pixel screen to display data, phone content and enter information. 11 Talk/send button Activate phone/dial/view recently dialed numbers/answer a call.
Getting to know your smartphone No. Item Description 23 Mirror Use to aim when taking a self-portrait. 24 Flash Used to illuminate an object when taking photos in low-light conditions. 25 Phone speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for handsfree use. 26 Battery cover Covers the battery/SIM card bay.
Installing the SIM card and battery Installing the SIM card and battery To take full advantage of your Acer x960 Smartphone’s telephony capabilities, you must install a SIM card. Press the battery cover clip down and slide off the cover. Insert the SIM card into the card slot as shown. After you have installed the SIM card, install the battery. Insert the battery into the battery compartment as shown, lining up the battery connectors with those on the side the compartment.
Removing the SIM card and battery Removing the SIM card and battery Slide the battery cover down. Carefully lift the battery out of its compartment. Use the stylus to carefully push the SIM card out of its holder. Carefully slide the card out with your finger. Tip: Place your Acer x960 Smartphone on a flat but soft surface when performing this step, to avoid scratching or damaging the screen.
Charging the battery Your Acer x960 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 find out how to cancel a SIM lock, contact your network provider. Charging the battery For initial use, you need to charge your Acer x960 Smartphone for eight hours. After that you can charge it each day to recharge the battery to full capacity. Connect the AC adapter cord to the mini USB connector on your Acer x960 Smartphone.
Turning on for the first time Power LED status during charging: Charging: LED indicator steady red. Charging complete: LED indicator steady green. If the battery level becomes low in the course of normal use, a status icon appears on the Acer x960 Smartphone screen indicating low battery status and an alarm sounds. The charge indicator will flash red.
Turning on for the first time Install add-on applications After you’ve finished the initial setup, you will be asked if you want to install the following add-on applications: • Back Utility: A backup utility that allows you to create backup copies of your calendar, contacts, tasks, personal profile, network settings, My Documents and messages. • Easy Keyboard: Provides an easy-to-use onscreen keyboard with larger keys.
Using the home page Using the home page After rebooting, your Acer x960 Smartphone will display the Home page. 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 Acer x960 Smartphone. You can scroll from side to side by dragging your finger or stylus to the left or right (only part of the screen will be visible at any time). Tap an icon to launch the following features: No.
Using the home page No. Feature Description 4 Calls Open the list of recently dialed numbers, missed calls. 5 Weather View local weather forecasts for your set locations. 6 Calendar Open your calendar to view upcoming appointments. View content in My pictures as a slideshow. 7 Pictures 8 Bookmarks Open your Favorites folder. 9 Settings Open the toolkit to customize your Acer x960 Smartphone.
Connecting to your PC and synchronizing data 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 Acer x960 Smartphone with the data on your PC using the supplied USB sync cable and the Windows Vista Sync Center. Refer to “Connecting to a PC and installing software” on page 65 for more details on connecting and synchronizing.
Chapter 2: Making Calls This chapter shows you how to make voice and video 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 voice and video calls; you can turn the phone on from the Comm. Manager (refer to “Comm. Manager” on page 54), or by pressing and holding the End key. 1. To access the Comm. Manager, tap on the Home screen or Start > Settings > Connections tab > Comm. Manager. 2.
The onscreen number pad Making a call 1. From the Home screen, press to open the onscreen number pad to enter the telephone number. 2. Press to make the call. 3. To end the call, press or tap End on the call screen. Tip: Press to return to the Home screen from the call screen. Tip: To lock the keypad and screen, tap on the Home screen. To unlock the keypad and display, press the Navigation key or tap Unlock at the bottom of the screen. The unlock screen appears.
Making a voice/video call Making a voice/video call Dialing 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) or Video Call (for video calls) to dial the number. Making a call to one of your contacts 1. Your contacts will be displayed above the onscreen number pad. 2. Tap the contact you want to call. The contact’s details are shown. 3. Tap the number you want to call.
Making a voice/video call Tap a number to view the call details. To redial any number in the call history, select the number and press or tap Call. Missed calls will be displayed in the telephone icon on the Home Page as well as at the top of the screen using the icon. Dialing from other applications You can dial numbers quickly and easily even when using other applications. 1. Press Start > Phone. 2. Make your call. 3.
The voice call screen 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 screen The voice call/video call menu Tap Menu on the voice call or video call screen to access the menu. The menu options available are: Hold Put the call on hold. Mute/Unmute Mute/unmute the call. Turn Speakerphone On/Off Turn the speakerphone on/off. Turn Hands-free On/Off Turn the handsfree feature on/off. Conference Begin a conference call. Paste Paste a copied number from the clipboard into the number field on the voice call screen.
The voice call screen The video call screen There are also several options available on the video call screen. Turn the camera on or off. Switch from the front camera to the back camera. Decrease screen brightness. Increase screen brightness. Mute the call.
Onscreen call options Change the image layout, make your or your contact’s video the main picture, or view both videos side-by-side. End the call. Turning the camera on and off You can turn the camera on and off at any time during a video call. To turn the camera on and off, tap the video call screen. icon on the Onscreen call options Answering a call Press or tap Answer to answer a call. For incoming video calls, position your Acer x960 Smartphone so your picture is shown clearly on the screen.
Onscreen call options Swapping between calls When you receive a second call while already on a call, a notification message will appear. 1. Press 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. Conference calls If you have one or more calls on hold and another online, you can combine all calls to create a conference call. 1. Tap Menu > Conference. All calls are combined. 2.
Onscreen call options Using the speakerphone The speakerphone function allows you to make calls without having to hold the Acer x960 Smartphone. This handsfree function is especially useful when driving. To activate the speakerphone, tap Speaker On on the voice call screen. Tap Speaker Off to disable the speakerphone. Adding notes You can write or type notes during a call to record important information and view it at a later date. 1. Tap Note on the voice call screen. 2.
Onscreen call options Adjusting call volume You can use the volume control to adjust the volume during your call. Press the top of the button to increase the volume or the bottom of the key to decrease it. Redialing 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 or tap Call.
Onscreen call options Call History Menu options There are various options available in the Call History Menu. • Tap Filter to organize the call history view. For example, tap Filter > Missed and only missed calls will be displayed. • Tap Delete All Calls to delete all calls from the call history list. • Tap Call Timers to view the call timer screen. From here, tap Reset to reset all timers.
Chapter 3: Input Devices This section will take you through the various input methods available to you on your Acer x960 Smartphone. Using the stylus Note: The stylus should always be used to press the reset button, otherwise you may damage your Acer x960 Smartphone. The stylus is used to select items and enter information. On your Acer x960 Smartphone, the stylus replaces the mouse. Carefully remove the stylus from its holder to use.
Using the application buttons Using the application buttons The buttons are set to access the following applications by default: Button 1 (left) - Record Button 2 (right) Button 3 - GPS Viewer - Home screen Button 4 - Camera We recommend that you use these defaults whenever possible. Tip: The four application buttons listed above can be configured to launch applications that you use the most. 1. To configure which applications to launch with each button, tap Start > Settings > Buttons. 2.
Using the onscreen keyboard Using 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. Keyboard (Default) Displays a standard keyboard.
Using the onscreen keyboard Configuring 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 or press the OK button 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 Acer x960 Smartphone. Using 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.
Text (SMS) messages 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. Managing 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.
MMS messages 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. Sorting text messages You can sort your text messages by message type, sender, received messages and message subject.
MMS messages 5. Select Cellular Line (GPRS) from the Select a modem list and tap Next. 6. Enter the access point name provided by your network provider. 7. Enter your user name, password and domain. 8. Tap Finish to save and complete setup. Setting 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.
MMS messages 4. Enter the recipient (along with other recipients in the cc and bcc fields if necessary) and subject of the MMS. 5. To attach a picture or video clip, tap Insert Picture/Video... and select the file you want to attach. 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.
Email Tap the Sort by drop-down menu in the top-right of the messaging screen, and select an option from the list. Note: For further information on options available to you when creating, replying to and sorting SMS and MMS messages, refer to the Help menus. Email Your Acer x960 Smartphone uses Outlook Mobile to manage email accounts. Tap Start > Messaging to open the messaging window. Tap Setup E-mail to set up your email account.
Email 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 Acer x960 Smartphone has pre-set definitions for a variety of popular ISPs and will recommend settings if your email address is recognized. Otherwise your Acer x960 Smartphone will try to connect to the Internet to find the settings.
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Chapter 5: Home Screen Overview Introducing the home screen When you switch on your Acer x960 Smartphone, the Home screen appears following boot up. The Home screen is the main point from which you can navigate your Acer x960 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.
Introducing the home screen 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 the list of recently dialed numbers, missed calls. 5 Weather View local weather forecasts for your set locations. 6 Calendar Open your calendar to view upcoming appointments.
Introducing the home screen 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 indicator Incoming telephone call Low battery warning GPRS available Battery is charging 3G
Customizing basic settings Icon Description Icon Description HSDPA/HSUPA network available HSDPA/HSUPA connected Synchronizing over HSDPA/HSUPA Bluetooth headset connected Returning to the Home screen You can return to the Home screen from any application by tapping Start > Today or pressing the button. Customizing basic settings Setting the date and time To set the date and time, tap Start > Settings > Clock & Alarms > Time tab. Tap Home and select your time zone from the drop-down menu.
Customizing basic settings 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. Naming your Acer x960 Smartphone Your Acer x960 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.
Customizing basic settings 5. Select the items you want to appear on the Home screen. You can also specify a time after which the Home screen will time out and enter stand-by mode. 6. Tap OK to confirm and save.
Chapter 6: Using the Camera Your Acer x960 Smartphone features two cameras, a 300K pixel VGA camera mounted on the front of the unit, and a 3.2megapixel 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 Acer x960 Smartphone. To activate the camera, press the camera button or go to Start > Programs > Multimedia > Camera.
Camera icons and indicators Icon Description Tap to turn the flash on or off. Tap to set the select the required resolution. Tap to exit and return to the previous screen. Indicated the white-balance mode. Use the volume controls to change the white balance. Tap to switch between the front and rear cameras. Tap to apply an effect: • • • • • • • • Normal - No effect is applied. Grey Scale - Takes black and white photos. Negative - Uses negative colors when taking the photo.
Taking a photo Icon Description Slide to zoom in or out when taking a photograph. You can also press the directional control of the navigation key to zoom. Taking a photo 1. Frame your subject and steady your Acer x960 Smartphone. 2. Adjust any settings you require, such as brightness and scene mode. To zoom in or out use the zoom slider on the screen. 3. Press the camera button down halfway until the image comes into focus. Push down fully to take the photo. Shooting a video 1.
Photo and video options Supported formats The following file formats are supported: Type Formats Image JPEG and BMP Video 3GP Saving photos and videos to a micro SD card Tap Start > File Explorer > My Documents > My Pictures (or My Videos). Tap and hold on the file you want to save to your micro SD card, select Copy or Cut from the pop-up menu. Navigate to your micro SD card in File Explorer, tap and hold in the folder you want to save the image/video to, and select Paste from the pop-up menu.
Photo and video options Tap the Album icon and select a photo to view. Tap the photo to display the option icons. From this interface, you can start a slideshow with all the pictures in the folder, send the current picture to a contact as an MMS or email message, view the picture’s information, delete the picture or return to the thumbnail view. You can also zoom into the picture or zoom out and navigate to the previous or following file. Editing photos You can crop or rotate your saved photos. 1.
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Chapter 7: Advanced Operation Using the Acer x960 Smartphone in flight mode You can enter flight mode to turn off telephone, Bluetooth and WLAN functions and use the Acer x960 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 2. Tap Flight Mode On to turn off all phone, Bluetooth and WLAN functions. for five seconds to exit flight mode and re-activate wireless connections (note: only connections that were enabled prior to entering flight mode will be re-activated). Tip: Press and hold Comm. Manager Your Acer x960 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.
Adjusting connection settings Activating and deactivating connections You can choose to activate one or all connections from the Comm. Manager window. Each connection icon will be highlighted when turned on. Adjusting connection settings This section will show you how to adjust detailed settings for your phone, wireless and Bluetooth connections. Phone connections Once you have inserted a SIM card, the Acer x960 Smartphone will automatically detect your network provider.
Adjusting connection settings Creating and editing new phone connections If your country is not listed, or you want to create a customized GPRS or CSD connection, refer to ‘Creating a new connection’ in the Phone Data Manager Help menus for detailed information on how to do this. Selecting a network You can set the Acer x960 Smartphone to detect your network automatically or set it manually. Detecting a network automatically: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Phone > Network tab. 2.
Adjusting connection settings Adjusting wireless network settings Wireless network (WLAN) connections You can use your Acer x960 Smartphone to connect to a wireless local area network (WLAN) to exchange information with your PC or network and access the Internet. If there are multiple WLANs available, your Acer x960 Smartphone will prompt you to choose a network when you activate the WLAN function. Select a network and specify whether it will be used primarily for Work or The Internet.
Adjusting connection settings Creating new wireless network connections 1. Tap the Start > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi > Wireless tab. 2. Tap Add New... from the list. 3. Enter all required information to configure the wireless network. Refer to the Help menus to guide you through the configuration screens for each setting. Editing wireless network connections 1. Tap the Start > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi > Wireless tab. 2. Select a connection from the list. 3. Tap Menu > Edit. 4.
Adjusting connection settings Bluetooth connections You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your Acer x960 Smartphone and other mobile devices. For all Bluetooth settings, tap Settings > Bluetooth in the Comm. Manager. Here you can adjust Bluetooth profiles, status, accessibility, and services settings. You can also view version information. Creating new bluetooth connections The simplest way to set up and configure a new Bluetooth connection is by using the Bluetooth Manager. 1.
Phone settings 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to register the connected Bluetooth devices as an effective COM port. Phone settings Many phone settings are automatically configured by your Acer x960 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.
Phone settings 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 which the calls will be forwarded. 4. Tap OK to confirm and save. Setting up call waiting 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Services tab. Select Call Waiting from the list and tap Get Settings. Select whether to be notified or not when a call is waiting.
Managing your contacts 4. Tap OK to confirm and save. Managing your contacts Your Acer x960 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. Adding and editing contacts To add a new contact: 1. Enter the telephone number on the Phone screen. 2. Tap Menu > Save to Contacts. 3.
Managing your contacts 3. Tap Menu > Edit. 4. Edit the contact information and tap OK to save. Moving contacts You can move contacts stored in internal memory to your SIM card, and vice versa. Moving a contact from internal memory to your SIM card Note: Moving a contact from internal memory to your SIM will only move the contact’s name and phone number. Names longer than 14 characters will be truncated. 1. Press the right softkey button Contacts or tap Start > Contacts. 2.
Managing your contacts Sending contacts via text or beam You can send your contacts details to other phones using text messaging or via beam. Sending 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. Sending contacts via beam 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tap Start > Contacts. Select a contact. Tap Menu > Send Contact > Beam.
Connecting to a PC and installing software Assigning a ring tone and picture to specific contacts You can assign a specific ringtone and picture to a particular contact so they are easily identifiable when they call. 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start > Contacts. Tap on the contact you wish to assign a ringtone/picture to. Tap Menu > Edit. 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.
Other functions Plug the mini USB sync cable into the mini USB connector on your Acer x960 Smartphone. Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer. Configuring 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 ActiveSync. 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > USB to PC. 2. Check the Enable advanced network functionality checkbox to enable. 3.
Other functions Setting a new appointment: 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start > Calendar. Tap Menu > New Appointment. Enter appointment information and reminder frequency. Tap OK or press the OK button to confirm and save. To edit an appointment, tap the entry and then tap Edit to open the appointment entry screen. Creating tasks Tasks can be set to remind you of specific things you must do and the completion deadlines. Creating a new task 1. Tap Start > Programs > Tasks. 2. Tap Menu > New Task. 3.
Other functions To adjust your browser settings, tap Menu > Tools > Options. Using Windows Media Player You can use Windows Media Player to play videos you have taken with your Acer x960 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 Playing back 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.
Other functions Adjusting 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. • Use the lower slider to adjust system volume. • Use the icons at the top of the screen to turn all sounds on, set to vibrate only or mute all sounds. • If you adjust the volume during a call, the speaker volume will be adjusted.
Other functions 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust notification options for other events. 7. Tap OK or press the OK button to confirm and save. Configuring backlight settings You can specify the appearance and conditions under which the screen backlight will be on or off. 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Backlight > Battery Power tab. 2. Select the timing for the backlight to turn on and off when your Acer x960 Smartphone is running on battery power. 3. Tap the External Power tab.
Other functions Refer to “Setting the date and time” on page 44 for information on how to set the time and date. Setting alarms 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms. Tap the checkbox to activate an alarm. Tap Alarms tab Description and enter a name for the alarm. Select the day and time for the alarm. Tap OK or press the OK button to confirm and save. Adjusting microphone volume You can adjust the microphone volume level and activate the Automatic Gain Control (AGC) feature.
Other functions Viewing power status Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power > Battery tab to view battery power status. Removing programs You can remove programs you have installed on your Acer x960 Smartphone to free up extra storage memory. Note: You can only remove programs you have installed, you cannot remove programs installed during manufacture. 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Remove Programs. 2. Tap the program you want to remove from the list. 3.
Resetting your Acer x960 Smartphone Resetting your Acer x960 Smartphone You may have to perform a reset if your Acer x960 Smartphone fails to respond when buttons are pressed or the screen is tapped. Note: Before performing a reset, ensure that you have not accidentally locked your Acer x960 Smartphone. If this is the case, tap Unlock displayed in the bottom right of the screen to unlock the system.
Resetting your Acer x960 Smartphone Performing a cold boot A cold boot will clear the RAM of your Acer x960 Smartphone. It is similar to turning a computer off and then turning it back on. Note: To reduce risking damage to your Acer x960 Smartphone, only use the supplied stylus to reset the device. 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 Acer x960 Smartphone.
Resetting your Acer x960 Smartphone Performing a clean boot Warning! You should only perform a clean boot when all other reset options have failed to restore your Acer x960 Smartphone to an operational state. A clean boot will restore your Acer x960 Smartphone to the state it was when you got it from the factory. Warning! This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your phone and any programs you installed.
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Chapter 8: Accessories and Tips This chapter shows you how to use accessories with your Acer x960 Smartphone, as well as provide useful tips for when you are using your Acer x960 Smartphone. Using the stereo headset Your Acer x960 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 at the bottom of the unit.
Using a Bluetooth headset To set up your Bluetooth headset: 1. Tap on the Home screen to enter the Comm. Manager. 2. Tap the Bluetooth icon to turn on Bluetooth connections. 3. Press the right soft key button or tap Settings and select Bluetooth Settings from the menu. 4. Tap Bluetooth Manager on the Bluetooth Settings screen. 5. Press the left soft key button or tap New. 6. Tap Hands-free/Headset setup. 7. Make sure your Bluetooth headset is ready and tap Next. 8.
Using your Acer x960 Smartphone as a modem Using your Acer x960 Smartphone as a modem When connected to your PC, your Acer x960 Smartphone can function as a modem via GPRS or UMTS. You can also use a USB connection or the Bluetooth function of your Acer x960 Smartphone to connect to your PC or laptop and act as a modem. You must first set up an ISP connection on your PC or laptop. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel. Click Network Connections > Create a new connection.
Using your Acer x960 Smartphone as a modem Using a USB connection 1. Close ActiveSync if it is running. This helps Internet sharing to function properly. 2. Tap Start > Programs > Internet Sharing. 3. Select USB from the PC connection drop-down menu. 4. Select your network connection type from the network connection drop-down menu. 5. Tap Connect. Your Acer x960 Smartphone will now act as a modem.
Using your Acer x960 Smartphone as a modem • Double click on your Acer x960 Smartphone device name. • Select Let me choose my own passkey when requested, and enter a passkey.
Using your Acer x960 Smartphone as a modem • Your Acer x960 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 Acer x960 Smartphone and detect what services are available.
Inserting a micro SD card Inserting a micro SD card Your Acer x960 Smartphone features a memory expansion slot that accepts a micro SD card to expand memory and storage capacity. Remove the battery cover and open the SD/MMC slot cover and insert the micro SD card into the slot as shown below. Make sure the gold connectors are facing upwards. Push the card in until it clicks into place. Note: If your Acer x960 Smartphone is in power-saving mode when you insert the card, it will “wake up.
Security options Security options Password protection You can protect your Acer x960 Smartphone with a password to prevent unauthorized use. When enabled, this means the password must be entered before the device can be used. To enable password protection: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Lock. 2. Check the checkbox and select a time after which a password prompt will appear. 3.
Appendix FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your Acer x960 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. Tap the icon at the top of the Home screen.
FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages Aspect System information and performance Power 86 Question Answer Why can’t I view my video files? You may be trying to view a video that is not supported. Refer to “Supported formats” on page 50 for more information. Why can’t I play my music files? You may be trying to play a file that is not supported. Refer to “Using Windows Media Player” on page 68 for more information.
FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages 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 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 Display • • • • 2.8” VGA TFT touchscreen 640 x 480 resolution 65K color support Microsoft ClearType technology for clearer, crisper font display Multimedia • CD-quality stereo output • Mini USB microphone output • Mono speaker 0.
Specifications Type Formats Video playback 3GP, MPEG-4, WMV, H.263, H.264 USB connector • 10-pin mini USB connector • USB Slave • 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 • VGA (300,000 pixel) for Video Telephony (front) • 3.
Warnings and precautions • Up to 5 hours of GPS usage • Up to 15 hours of Pocket PC usage • 245 hours standby time (WDCDMA) • 275 hours standby time (GSM) 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 106.4 mm Width 59 mm Thickness 13.7 / 14.
Warnings and precautions other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.
Warnings and precautions This product uses a Lithium Polymer battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet and/or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 °C (140 °F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage.
Warnings and precautions direct connection of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like metal strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the connecting object. Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery.
Warnings and precautions Operating environment Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your Acer x960 Smartphone device under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
Warnings and precautions any questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions. Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 cm (6") be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
Warnings and precautions your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
Emergency calls Emergency calls Important: Wireless phones, including this device, operate using radio signals, wireless networks, landline networks, and user-programmed functions. Because of this, connections in all conditions cannot be guaranteed. You should never rely solely on any wireless device for essential communications like medical emergencies. To make an emergency call: 1. If the device is not on, switch it on. Check for adequate signal strength.
Disposal and recycling information 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. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/ sustainability01.
Taking care of your Acer x960 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. your Acer x960 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. DO NOT expose your Acer x960 Smartphone to rain or moisture. Do not let water enter the circuitry through the front panel buttons or expansion slots. In general, treat your Acer x960 Smartphone as you would a mobile phone or other small electronic device.
Safety regulations 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.
Safety regulations 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.
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Index A ActiveSync synchronizing 67 application buttons 30 B backlight settings 70 battery charging 11 information 89 installing 10 Bluetooth connections 59 headset 77 sending contacts 65 settings 56 C calendar 67 call barring 61 call forwarding 61 call history 19 dialing a call history number 19 options 28 call waiting 61 caller ID 61 calls answering 24 ending 24 from other applications 20 on-screeen options 24 putting on hold 24 rejecting 24 swapping between 25 using the on-screen dial pad 19 camera ed
Index E selecting 56 error messages 85 O F on-screen dial pad 18 on-screen keyboard 31 FAQs 85 features 1 flight mode 53, 57 P password protection 84 performance 88 personalizing 44 phone connections 55 photos & videos editing 51 power management 57 profiles 62 G GPRS 43, 56, 79 H help menus 3 sources 2 I input options 32 input settings 32 international numbers 25 R L S LED indicators 8, 12 lock keypad and display 84 safety regulations 90 screen options 73 SD card 83 information 89 security o
Index software list 90 removing 72 sounds and notifications 70 speakerphone 26 specifications 88 Start menu 69 status icons 43 stylus 29 system certificates 71 W Windows Media Player 68 wireless manager 53 WLAN connections 57 settings 57 word completion 32 T tasks 67 themes 45 troubleshooting 85 turning on 12 U unpacking 5 USB connector 89 V video calls the video call screen 22 views left 8 Voice Call / Video Call Menu 22 voice calls the voice call screen 21 volume adjusting 69 Acer x960 Smartphone Use
