Acer Z410 User Manual

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Acer Liquid Z410 User’s Manual
Model: Z410
This revision: December 2014
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Setting up 5
Unpacking your smartphone.................... 5
Getting to know your smartphone............ 5
Views .......................................................... 5
Charging the battery ................................... 6
Inserting the SIM cards and microSD
card.......................................................... 7
SIM card lock .............................................. 8
Using your smartphone 9
Turning on for the first time...................... 9
Sign in to or create a Google account ..... 9
Entering your PIN........................................ 9
Activating a new SIM card .......................... 9
Locking your smartphone ........................ 9
Waking your smartphone.......................... 10
Navigating through menus and options . 10
Using the touchscreen........................... 11
Onscreen keyboards ............................. 11
Changing the text input method................ 11
Swype ....................................................... 12
Google keyboard....................................... 13
Predictive text ........................................... 14
The Home screen .................................. 15
Change your Home screen interface ........ 15
Search....................................................... 16
The extended Home screen...................... 17
Personalizing the Home screen ................ 17
The Apps menu......................................... 20
Notification and status area ...................... 20
Multitasking ............................................... 21
AcerRAPID................................................ 22
Managing contacts 23
Managing your contacts ........................ 23
Adding a contact ....................................... 23
Making calls 25
Before making a call .............................. 25
Making a call.......................................... 26
Dialing a number from Call History ........... 26
Viewing missed calls................................. 27
Making a call to one of your contacts........ 27
Dialing an international number ................ 27
Direct dial widget....................................... 28
The voice call screen............................. 28
Answering or declining a call .................... 28
Messaging 30
Creating a new message....................... 30
Replying to a message .......................... 31
Multimedia messages............................ 32
Receiving multimedia messages .............. 32
Going online 33
Browsing the internet ............................. 33
Using the browser .................................... 33
Setting up Email..................................... 34
Google services ..................................... 34
Setting up your Google email ................... 34
Voice search ............................................. 35
Play Store ................................................. 35
Google Hangouts...................................... 37
Maps ......................................................... 38
Using the Camera 39
Camera/camcorder icons and indicators 39
Mode selector ........................................... 41
Settings..................................................... 42
Taking a photo ....................................... 44
Taking a panoramic photo ........................ 44
Shooting a video .................................... 45
Supported formats .................................... 45
Viewing photos and videos .................... 45
Geotagging ............................................ 46
Using your smartphone with AcerEXTEND 47
PC system requirements .......................... 47
Smartphone system requirements............ 47
Install PC application software............... 47
AcerEXTEND toolbar............................. 49
AcerEXTEND wireless connection ........... 51
AcerEXTEND functions ............................ 53
AcerEXTEND FAQ ................................... 55
Advanced settings 58
Putting your smartphone in Airplane
mode...................................................... 58
Turning Airplane mode on or off............... 58
Restarting your smartphone .................. 59
Adjusting settings................................... 60
Activating or deactivating connections...... 60
Smartphone network settings ................... 62
Smartphone settings................................. 63
Sound ....................................................... 64
Audio profiles ............................................ 64
DTS Sound Studio.................................... 64
Display ...................................................... 65
Setting the date and time.......................... 65
Setting alarms ........................................... 65
Changing language and text options ........ 66
Connecting to a PC................................ 66
Synchronization ........................................ 66
FM radio................................................. 67
Applications (apps) ................................ 68
Closing an app.......................................... 68
Uninstalling an app ................................... 68
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Restoring to factory settings .................. 69
Accessories and tips 70
Using the headset .................................. 70
Using a Bluetooth headset..................... 70
Creating a new access point .................... 70
Inserting a microSD card ....................... 71
Managing your SIM cards 72
SIM Management..................................... 72
Appendix 75
FAQ and troubleshooting ....................... 75
Other sources of help............................. 77
Warnings and precautions 78
Medical devices ....................................... 79
Vehicles .................................................... 80
Potentially explosive environments........... 80
Emergency calls ..................................... 81
Taking care of your smartphone............. 81
Specifications ......................................... 83
Performance ............................................. 83
Display ...................................................... 83
Multimedia ................................................ 83
USB connector.......................................... 83
Connectivity .............................................. 84
Camera ..................................................... 84
Expansion ................................................. 84
Battery ...................................................... 84
Dimensions ............................................... 85
End User License Agreement 86
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SETTING UP

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Unpacking your smartphone

Your new smartphone comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately:
• Your new Acer smartphone
• USB cable
• AC adapter
• Headset
In-box content varies depending on country and region.

Getting to know your smartphone

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No. Item Description
1 3.5 mm headphone jack Connects to stereo headphones
2 Micro USB connector Connects to a USB cable/charger
3 Front camera Front-facing camera suitable for video chats and
self-portraits.
4 Phone speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for
holding to your ear.
5 Touchscreen Touchscreen to display data, smartphone content
and enter information.
6 Handsfree speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for
handsfree use.
7 Power button Press to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep
mode; press and hold to turn the smartphone on or off.
8 Volume up/down button Increases or decreases the smartphone volume.
9 Flash LED flash for taking photos in low-light
environments.
10 Microphone Internal microphone.
11 Camera A camera for taking high-resolution images.

Charging the battery

For initial use, you need to charge your smartphone for eight hours. After that you can recharge the battery as needed.
Connect the AC adapter cord to the micro USB connector on your smartphone.
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Inserting the SIM cards and microSD card

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MicroSD card
Micro SIM 1
Micro SIM 2
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The information in this UM may vary according to the number of SIMs you are using.
To take full advantage of your smartphone’s telephony capabilities, you must install a SIM card.
Your new smartphone has multiple SIM card holders; install any combination of SIM cards.
Additionally, you may wish to increase your smartphone’s storage by inserting a microSD card into the labeled slot.
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1. Remove the cover and remove the battery.
2. Insert the microSD card and micro SIMs as illustrated.
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3. Align the gold-colored connectors on the battery with the connectors at the top of the battery compartment and insert the battery.
4. Replace the cover and push down until it clicks in place.

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 cancel the SIM lock, contact your network provider.
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USING YOUR SMARTPHONE

Turning on for the first time

To turn on your smartphone for the first time, press and hold the power button until the screen turns on. You will then be asked to configure some settings before you can use your smartphone.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup.

Sign in to or create a Google account

If you have Internet access, your smartphone allows you to synchronize information with a Google account.
You may create or sign in to an existing Google account, which will be used to synchronize your contact list, email, calendar and other information.Open the Apps menu and then tap Settings > Add account. Tap the type of account you want to add (e.g. Google). You will need internet access to complete the synchronization process. You can create and easily access multiple Google accounts.

Entering your PIN

When you install a SIM card for the first time, you may need to enter a PIN using the onscreen number pad.
Depending on your settings, you may be required to enter your PIN each time you switch on the phone function.

Activating 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.

Locking your smartphone

If you will not use your smartphone for a while, briefly press the power button to lock access. This saves power and ensures your
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smartphone does not unintentionally use any services. Your smartphone will lock automatically if it is not used for one minute.

Waking your smartphone

If the screen is off and the smartphone does not react to any taps on the screen or front panel button, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode.
Press the power button to wake your smartphone. Unlock your smartphone by sliding your finger from one side of the screen to the other (it works both ways).
For additional security, you may set an unlock pattern, a set of dots that must be touched in the correct order to access the smartphone. Open the
Apps menu and then tap Settings > Security > Screen lock. If you forget your unlock pattern, please refer to Unlock
pattern on page 77.
You may also directly enter the lock screen apps. Tap and hold the lock screen icon, move your finer slightly in any direction, and release. The smartphone unlocks and opens that app.

Navigating through menus and options

To navigate through menus and options, there are three buttons beneath the screen.
Back
Tap this button to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a menu.
Home
Tap this button to go directly to the Home screen. Tap and hold this button to open Search.
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Menu
Tap this button to see recently opened apps. Tap an app to open it. At the bottom of the Menu screen are Acer Float apps. Tap a Float app to open the app in its own window while keeping what you were doing visible. You can customize which apps appear. Swipe to the right in the Acer Float apps bar and tap the gear icon. Choose from float
Browser, Buttons, Calculator, Camera, Maps, Notes, Stopwatch, and Text.
Tap and hold the Menu button to open a menu of actions that are valid for the current app or screen. Tap anywhere on the screen to return to the Home screen. See Multitasking on page 21.

Using the touchscreen

Your smartphone uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use your finger to tap the screen.
Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options. Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to
select text and images.
Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
Scroll: To scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the screen in the direction that you want to scroll.

Onscreen keyboards

The keyboard layout varies slightly, depending on the application and information that is required.
Your new smartphone has the Swype keyboard set as the default for entering text. See Swype on page 12.

Changing the text input method

To change the input method:
1. Open the Apps menu.
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2. Tap Settings > Language & input > Default.
3. Tap your preferred input method(s) from the list (if only one method is selected, all options will be grayed out).
4. Uncheck the method(s) you do not wish to use.
5. Tap Default to set one method as your default.

Swype

Swype is a fast way to enter text. It allows you to type with one continuous motion across the screen keyboard; you create a word by drawing through letters.
Put your finger on the first letter of the word and draw a path from letter to letter, lifting up only after the last letter. Swype will insert spaces where necessary.
Swype will usually add a double letter in a word when needed, but you can help Swype recognize you want a double letter by scribbling slightly or making a loop on the letter. For example, to get the "ll" in "hello", scribble (or make a loop) on the "l" key.
When there are multiple suggestions for the word you want to enter, Swype displays a Word Choice List. To accept the default word in the Word Choice List, just keep Swyping. Otherwise, scroll through the list by dragging your finger, and tap the word you want.
Press and hold the Swype key to access settings, features, updates, preferences, and help.
Tap the +!= button to see numbers and special characters; tap the page (shift) key to see even more.
Additional keys vary depending on the type of text you enter, e.g. a key to add a smiley is available when typing a text message. Like other keys, tap and hold for additional options.
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To change the input method, open the Notification area (see
Notification and status area on page 20) and tap Choose input
method.
Text assistance
The Swype keyboard has various features that assist you to enter correct text. In the Application menu, tap Settings > Language & input and then tap the Settings button to the right of Swype. You can also tap and hold the Swype key . From here you can enable or disable the following:
Function Description
How to Swype Learn how to use the Swype keyboard. Gestures Use how to use Swype gestures. Preferences Change your text input preferences. Language Options Set the language used by the keyboard.
Add contact names and words used in posts
Swype Connect
Personalization
Updates Check for app and dictionary updates.
to your personal dictionary. Change data settings.
Change keyboard theme, edit your personal dictionary and personalize your experience by signing in to Facebook, Twitter or Gmail to populate your dictionary.

Google keyboard

This is a standard onscreen QWERTY keyboard that allows you to enter text. Tap and hold a key with numbers at the top to select alternative characters, such as letters with accents.
Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the =\< key to see even more.
You can choose another input language by tapping and holding the forward slash key. Alternatively, you can open the Apps menu and then tap Settings > Language & input. Then tap the Settings button
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next to Google keyboard > Input languages. The keyboard layout changes according to the selected language.
After setting up more than one language, the world button appears next to the space bar. Tap this button to quickly toggle between multiple input languages.
Text assistance
The Google keyboard has various features that assist you to enter correct text. In the Apps menu, tap Settings > Language & input. Then tap the Settings button next to Google keyboard. From here you can enable or disable several keyboard-related settings.

Predictive text

Google keyboard provides predictive text input for the browser. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed above the keyboard that continue the sequence of letters tapped, or are a close match allowing for errors. The word list changes after every key press. If the word you need is displayed, you can tap on it to insert it into your text.
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Search
Time and Status
Widgets
Application (Apps) menu

The Home screen

The Home screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to apps and other frequently used features of your smartphone.
At the bottom of the screen is the application dock which displays default apps. Tap an icon to open the app. Tap the Apps menu icon in the middle of the application dock to view your apps. To change apps,
see Changing application dock icons on page 19.

Change your Home screen interface

Your new smartphone offers a Quick Mode user interface that provides three customized layout options that are designed for specific groups of users.
Standard Mode
Provides easy-to-understand icons for commonly used functions on the smartphone and three themes to choose from.
Easy Mode
Provides large icons for commonly used functions and two themes to choose from. This mode is ideal for older users and users who have reduced vision and/or mobility.
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Basic Mode
This provides photo-based dialing and messaging options that are ideally suited to younger and/or inexperienced smartphone users.
Turning Quick Mode on
To turn Quick Mode on:
1. Open the Apps menu > Quick Mode.
2. Select the mode you would like to use, then tap Next.
3. Choose whether you would like to add more content or not.
4. Choose your theme, and set the widgets.
Set a passcode for Quick Mode
Once you have activated Quick Mode you have the option of setting a passcode to prevent unauthorized changes.
1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Notification area.
2. Tap the Settings icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen.
3. Enter the passcode twice and tap OK.
Turning Quick Mode off
To turn Quick Mode off:
1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Notification area.
2. Tap the Settings icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen.
3. Set a passcode if you have not previously set one.
4. Tap OK.
5. Tap the Settings icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen.
6. Tap Exit Quick Mode.

Search

To search for apps, files or for information on the Internet, tap the Google icon.
Simply enter the text you want to find and tap or tap one of the suggestions, apps or files shown in the list.
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In order to search or browse the Internet, you must be connected to a cellular data (if available) or wireless network. See Going online on
page 33.
Voice search
If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search request. See Voice search on page 35.

The extended Home screen

The Home screen extends to either side of the screen, giving you more room to add icons, widgets or features. To view the extended screen, slide your finger to the left or right.

Personalizing the Home screen

You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing app shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper.
Adding and removing shortcuts and widgets
To add shortcuts or widgets, tap the Apps menu icon in the bottom­center of the Home screen.
Tap Apps to see a list of shortcuts to apps you can drag to a Home
screen.
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Tap Widgets to see small apps and links (such as custom shortcuts, contacts or bookmarks) that you can add to a Home screen. Widgets are small apps that display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to apps or special functions.
To move an app or widget to the Home screen, tap and hold an item until it is selected. The Home screen will open. Drag the item to any free area on the screen. To view information about the app or widget, drag it to the icon at the top of the screen.
To move the item to a different Home screen, drag it to the side of the screen, the Home screen will switch to the screen in that direction. Release the item when it is positioned correctly.
To remove a shortcut or widget from the Home screen, tap and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.
Resizing widgets
Some widgets can be resized. As soon as you place a widget on the Home screen, you can resize it by dragging the corners.
To resize a widget that is already on the Home screen, tap and hold the widget. Once the Remove icon appears, release the widget. If the widget is resizable, you will be able to drag the sides of the widget to resize it.
Adding or removing folders
You can also add folders to your Home screen. To create a new folder drag and drop an app icon onto another app icon in the Home screen. This will create an Unnamed Folder. Tap the folder icon and then tap
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the name of the folder to rename it.
To delete an app shortcut from a folder, tap on the folder icon to display the apps inside and then tap and hold the app icon that you want to remove. Drag and drop the icon on Remove that will appear at the top of the screen.
To delete a folder, tap and hold on the folder and then drag and drop the folder on Remove that will appear at the top of the screen.
Changing application dock icons
You can set icons for installed apps in the application dock. Open the Apps menu and find the app you want to add. Tap and hold the icon, then drag it to any open position in the dock. Dragging the new app to an existing dock icon will create a folder for both icons.
To remove an icon from the dock, tap and hold the icon to select it. Either drag the icon to a different location outside the dock or to Remove at the top of the screen.
Changing the wallpaper
To change the wallpaper, long press on any of the home screen panels and select Wallpaper. You may also change the wallpaper by going in the Apps menu. Tap Settings > Personalize > Wallpapers. Choose from images stored in the Gallery, Photos, or Wallpapers.
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The Apps menu

To access the Apps menu, on the Home screen tap
in the center of the dock.
Apps are displayed in alphabetical order. Swipe the page to the left or right to see more apps.When you are on the last page of apps, swipe to the left to see widgets available on your tablet, or tap Widgets at the top of the page.
To quickly jump to apps or widgets, tap Apps or
Widgets at the top of the Apps menu.

Notification and status area

Notification and status icons are shown at the top of the screen. The top-right area displays a variety of status information, such as Wi-Fi connectivity, signal strength, battery status, and time. The top-left area displays event icons, such as a new message.
• Dual-SIM models:
• Single-SIM models:
Drag the Notification area down the screen to view more information about new events and tap the down arrow to access Quick Settings.
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Multitasking

You can have multiple apps open at the same time. To open a new app, tap the home button to return to the Home screen, then start the new app. Tap the Menu button to quickly navigate back and forth between previously-opened apps.
To prolong battery life, it is better to close an app when you’ve finished using it. Do this by either pressing the Back key or the Menu button and selecting Exit (if available).
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AcerRAPID

The AcerRAPID button is located directly below the camera.
Long press the AcerRAPID button to launch the camera app. While the camera app is open, press the AcerRAPID button to take a picture.
Short press the AcerRAPID button to launch the Google Play Music app. To change the app for the short press function, access the Apps menu and tap Settings > AcerRAPID > Short press and choose an app.
Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable or disable AcerRAPID. The AcerRAPID button also allows you to answer incoming calls
quickly without needing to touch the screen. To accept an incoming call, press the AcerRAPID button.
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MANAGING CONTACTS

Managing your contacts

Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the internal memory or onto your SIM card.
Tap the Contacts app from the Apps menu or tap All contacts from the Dialer to view your contacts.
If you don’t have any contacts stored on your smartphone, you can import your Google account contacts, add a new contact or import contacts from your SIM or SD card. Open the People app from the Apps menu and then tap to add a contact, to search for a contact, or tap the
Menu button to open the menu.

Adding a contact

Tap to add a new contact. You may also scan a person’s profile barcode to add the person to your contact list or group.
To create a contact, first choose where you want to store the contact’s information. You will then be asked to enter the contact’s information, such as name, address, and phone number.
You may scroll down the page and tap Add another field to add things such as:
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• Phonetic name
•IM
• Notes
•Nickname
• Website
• Internet call
To assign an image to your contact, tap the silhouette and select whether to Take photo or Choose photo from Gallery.
When done, click Done at the top of the screen.
Tapping on the contacts name will bring up their profile. Tap while viewing a contact’s profile to edit, share, delete, or print the contact. You may also set a ringtone for the contact, block incoming calls from this contact, or place the contact on your Home screen.
You may also create a contact from an already dialed or received number, see Saving a dialed number to contacts on page 29.
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MAKING CALLS

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This chapter shows you how to make phone calls, and the various options available to you during your call.

Before making a call

Check that the phone function is on before you make a call. You can confirm the phone status from the Notification area.
Status and notification icon colors may vary. You will see an indicator icon for each SIM card inserted.
Icon Description
Connected to the network: You may make a call.
Airplane mode: Wireless connectivity disconnected (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 2G and 3G). Please disable airplane mode before trying to make a call.
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Making a call

If you have multiple SIMs inserted in the smartphone, you will be asked which SIM to use before the call is connected. To select a SIM, just tap the name of the carrier.
1. From the Home screen tap Phone to open the onscreen number pad.
2. Enter the number you wish to dial.
3. Tap to make the call.
4. To end the call, tap .
If the contact you need is displayed, simply tap the contact name to make a call.

Dialing a number from Call History

Your call history can be viewed by tapping the Call History button. It displays recent received, dialed, and missed calls.
Tap the phone icon to redial. To view call details and other options, tap the number or contact’s name.
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Viewing missed calls

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Missed call notifications are displayed in the following three areas:
1. The Notification area with the missed call icon. Open the Notification area and tap the missed call notification to display the missed call details.
2. By the Phone icon (the number in the box is the number of missed calls). Tap Phone from either the Home screen or the Apps menu to directly display the missed call details.

Making a call to one of your contacts

Calling a contact from the Contacts tab
1. Tap the All contacts to view your contacts.
2. Tap on a contact to call them.
Calling a contact from the Contacts app
1. Tap the People icon the Apps menu to view your contacts.
2. Tap on a contact to open their profile.
3. Tap on the contact’s phone number to call them.
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Dialing an international number

When dialing international numbers, there is no need to enter the international direct dialing prefix (’00’ etc.) before the country code. Simply tap and hold 0+ on the onscreen number pad until + appears onscreen.
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.
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Direct dial widget

You may add a direct dial widget for a contact on your Home screen. Open the Apps menu, then tap the Widgets tab. Tap and hold Direct dial and you will be able to place the widget on your Home screen. Once placed, you will be able to select a contact to associate with that particular widget on your Home screen.

The voice call screen

You can minimize the call window to appear as a movable dialog instead of a whole screen by tapping the icon. You can even set this "floating" dialog box as the default voice call screen. To do so, open the Notification area and tap the down arrow to display more Quick Settings options(see Notification and status area on
page 20). Tap the Float caller button to activate (green means Float
caller is "ON").

Answering or declining a call

When you have an incoming call, the number will be shown on the screen. To accept or decline the call, tap the appropriate icon and slide your finger across the screen.
Ending a call
To end a call, tap from the voice call screen.
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Voice call options
Icon Description
Access the keypad while a call is in progress.
Speakerphone.
Mute a call.
Place the call on hold.
Add a second call.
Saving a dialed number to contacts
You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use.
1. From the Call History , tap the number and then tap Add to contacts .
2. Tap Create new contact and enter the information. See Adding a
contact on page 23.
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MESSAGING

This chapter shows you how to set up and use the Phone messages, Social messages and Social events functions of your smartphone.
All SMS and MMS messages are accessed via Messaging. Messaging automatically arranges received and sent messages into threads.
To access Messaging, open the Apps menu and tap Messaging on the Home screen.
If you have multiple SIMs inserted in the smartphone, you will be asked which SIM to use before the message is sent. To select a SIM, just tap the name of the carrier.

Creating a new message

You can use your smartphone to compose text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages.
Tap to compose a new message.
Tap to add contacts from your contacts list (People), or tap the Type name or number field to enter the recipient’s phone number or name directly. Suggested contacts will be displayed in a drop-down list below the text field. To select a suggested contact, tap the contact’s name.
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Enter your message in the text box labeled Type text message.
Note
Text messages may be up to 160 characters long. If your message is longer than 160 characters, it will be sent as multiple linked messages. Most smartphones will automatically join the linked messages to present the recipient with a single long message, however, some older smartphones do not have this ability.
Tap the Menu button to see what options are available when creating a new message. The options change depending on the status of the message.
Option Description
Insert quick text Insert pre-defined text content. Insert contact Add a contact to the recipients list. Add subject Add a subject to the message. Discard Discard the message.

Replying to a message

When a new text message arrives a message icon appears in the Notification area and the message icon at the bottom of the smartphone displays the number of unread text messages.
Tap Messaging from the Apps menu to view the message list or open the Notification area to see a summary of the message. Tap the summary to open the message list.
To reply to an SMS or MMS message, open the message from the message list. Enter your text in the text box labeled Type text message. Tap the Menu button to see available options.
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Option Description
Select message Select multiple messages. Insert quick text Insert pre-defined text content. Insert contact Add a contact to the recipients list. Add subject Add a subject to the message. Add to Contacts Add the other contact to your contacts list. Chat settings Modify various messaging settings.
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Multimedia messages

Multimedia messages are similar to text messages but also allow you to attach files such as pictures, audio or video clips. Each message can be up to 300 kB in size.
You need to set up an MMS profile before you can send MMS messages. Normally, your smartphone will set up the profile for you based on information retrieved from your provider. Ask your network provider for the necessary information if you need to manually set up the MMS profile.

Receiving multimedia messages

When a new multimedia message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the screen and a notification message is displayed.
1. The notification message displays a summary of the message. Tap View to view a summary of the message.
2. Tap Download to download the message content. Downloads can take a long time, depending on your connection quality. If you reply or open another app, the download will be stopped.
You may be charged to download message content, especially if you are roaming. Please contact your provider if you have any questions.
3. Tap the message to view the content.
4. To reply to the message, enter your text in the text box labeled Type message and tap the Send icon. Simple text replies will be
sent as SMS messages. If you wish to attach a file, tap . You will be presented with a menu of options.
5. When you have finished composing the message, tap the Menu button and tap Send.
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GOING ONLINE

Note

Browsing the internet

In order to browse the internet with your smartphone, you must be connected to a data or wireless network.

Using the browser

To start browsing, open the Apps menu and tap the Chrome or Browser icon.
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Reference images use the Chrome browser.
To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the page. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. You can zoom in or out of pages by pinching or reverse pinching.
Chrome enables you to open multiple pages. Tap at the top of any webpage to display all of your open tabs (tap again to close). Tap a tab from the list to open it. To open a new tab, tap New tab. The number in the icon represents the number of open tabs.
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Setting up Email

Your smartphone enables you to access your email. Most popular ISPs can be set up in two steps. In the Apps menu tap Email to start setting up your email account.
If necessary, enter your email address and tap Manual setup to enter the parameters manually. Tap Next to finish the setup process.

Google services

Apps may not be available in all countries and regions.
You must activate a Google account before using Google services. The first time you access Google services, you must read and accept the Terms of Service.

Setting up your Google email

1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection.
2. From the Apps menu tap Gmail.
If you did not enter your Gmail account address and password when you first started your smartphone, follow the onscreen instructions.
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Composing an email
Important
1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection.
2. From the Apps menu tap Gmail.
3. Tap .
4. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message.
5. When you are finished composing your message, tap .

Voice search

With voice actions, you can send text messages, place calls, send emails, find directions of establishments, automatically call establishments, search the internet and even send a note to yourself using your voice. Tap Voice Search from the Apps menu, or tap the
microphone icon on the Home screen.
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Play Store

For connection issues with Play Store, see FAQ and troubleshooting
on page 75
Tap Play Store from the Apps menu to open the Google Play. Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and apps to enhance the functionality of your smartphone.
The contents and design of Google Play varies by region. For example, in some regions, you can also browse for and purchase
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movies, books, magazines, or music. Updates may add new categories or change how to navigate Google Play at any time.
You can browse the store by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific app.
Once you have selected an app, tap the Install button to download and install the app. You will be told which services the app requires access in order to function correctly (e.g. contact information, wireless access, GPS). If none of these services seem unusual, tap Accept & download to proceed with the installation.
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Important
You may keep track of the download progress from both the app’s page and the notification area.
Some apps may require payment before you can download them. You will need to have a Google Wallet account in order to pay for these apps, or a credit card number associated with your Google account.
Using downloaded apps
Once you’ve downloaded and installed an app, you may find it in the Apps or Widgets sections of the Apps menu.
Certain apps provide both an App and widget, or only provide a widget (with no app icon). See Personalizing the Home screen on
page 17.
Uninstalling downloaded apps
Once you’ve downloaded and installed an app, you may uninstall the app by opening the Apps menu and tapping Settings > Apps. In the downloaded tab, select the the app you wish to uninstall and tap Uninstall. Deleting an app icon from the Home screen only deletes the shortcut.

Google Hangouts

Tap Hangouts from the Apps menu to open Google Hangouts. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to Google Hangouts services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you have
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connected, you can open a video chat session.

Maps

Get easy-to-follow directions using Google Maps, view real-time traffic condition and navigate by using spoken, turn-by-turn driving instructions. Also, view where your friends are, places of interest, and local businesses.
Maps does not have information about every location. Some locations may not have all zoom levels.
Using the map
Tap the Maps icon in the Apps menu. Drag the map with your finger to move the map around.
To zoom in or out:
1. Double tap a location on the map to zoom in on the location, and tap once to zoom out, or
2. Touch an area with two fingers at once and spread them apart to zoom in, and pinch them together to zoom out.
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Flash
Camcorder button
Switch camera
Last picture /
Mode selector
Shutter button
Mute microphone
Settings
video taken
Zoom slider
Favorite shot
selector

USING THE CAMERA

Your smartphone features two digital cameras mounted on the front and on the rear. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone.
To activate the camera, open the Apps menu and tap Camera.

Camera/camcorder icons and indicators

The camera window provides multiple controls on the image screen. Tap the area of the image you want to be the point of focus for the auto-focus lens (only available on the rear camera). Zoom in or zoom out using the zoom slider.
Tap the Shutter button the thumbnail in the bottom-right corner to open the gallery. Tap the flash button to cycle the settings between off, automatic, and on.
Tap the Camcorder button and the camcorder immediately begins filming. While filming, you are unable to access camera/camcorder
or press the volume key to take a picture. Tap
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Time elapsed
Pause
Stop recording
Last picture /
Shutter button
video taken
Zoom slider
settings; however, you can still take pictures.
Tap the Pause button to temporarily stop recording and tap it again to restart recording. Tap the Stop recording button to stop filming.
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Mode selector

Tap the Mode selector icon to open the list of modes you can choose from. Tap the icons along the top to select different items.
Camera
Capture mode: Select a capture mode.
Normal HDR Panorama Beautification Smile shutter Picture with sound Multi angle view Presentation Dual shot
Scene mode: Adjust photo parameters for a particular environment.
Off Auto Landscape Night Night portrair Portrait
Color effect: Applies a color effect to the image.
None Mono Sepia Negative
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Aqua
Camcorder
Record mode: Select from Normal or Time lapse.
White balance
Compensate for different lighting environments.
Auto Daylight Cloudy Fluorecent Incandescent
Image properties
Adjust the Sharpness, Hue, Saturation, Brightness, and Contrast.
Timer
Set the delay before the shutter is activated.

Settings

Tap the Settings icon to open the settings menu; scroll up or down the list to view more settings
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Photo
You may adjust the following:
Resolution: Set the picture resolution.
• Set the ISO.
• Set a mode as your Favorite Shot.
Continuous Shutter: Set the maximum number of photos taken in a single burst.
• Turn Touch to capture on or off: Takes the photo immediately when you tap the shutter button.
Video
You may adjust the following:
• Turn Video stabiliser on or off.
• Set the Resolution.
• Set the Audio Mode to Normal or Mute.
• Turn Noise reduction on or off.
Other
Some of the following settings are not available for the front camera.
You may adjust the following:
• Turn location on or off: Stores GPS information in the image information.
Voice Control:
• Take photos with voice commands:
Cheese Smile Capture
• Switch between front and rear cameras with voice commands:
Front camera Rear camera
• Switch between capture modes for rear camera with voice
commands:
Normal HDR
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Panorama Beautification Smile shutter Picture with sound Multi angle view Presentation Dual shot Favorite shot Selfie
• Switch between capture modes for front camera with voice commands:
Normal Smile shutter Surround light Favorite shot
• Show picture in picture with voice command: Dual shot
Not all languages are supported. We are working to add more languages.
Grid: Turn the composition grid on or off.
Storage: Choose between Internal storage and SD card.
• Reset to default

Taking a photo

1. Ensure you have adjusted the settings described above.
2. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone.
3. Zoom in or out as needed.
4. Tap the Shutter button to take a picture.

Taking a panoramic photo

Panoramic mode allows you to take a series of up to nine photos that the camera app will ‘stitch’ together to make a single extended image.
1. To take a panoramic photo, select Panorama mode.
2. Align the camera to take a photo of one end of the panoramic scene (the furthest left, right, top or bottom).
3. Press the camera button to take the first image; then slowly and smoothly turn the camera to the other end of the image.
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• Two lines display on the screen: a flashing white line and a solid
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Note
blue line. As you move the camea, align the blue line to the unmoving white line.
If your photo needs fewer than nine images, tap the tick icon to stop the selection process and process the captured images. Panoramic images work best with static outdoor scenes. Objects too close to the camera or large straight edges may confuse the detection process.
The camera app will process the images and save a single extended image to your smartphone’s gallery.

Shooting a video

1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone and zoom in or out as needed.
2. Tap the Camcorder button to start taking a video. The icon will turn red to indicate that recording is in progress. Tap the icon again to stop recording.
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Supported formats

To see supported image, video, and audio formats, see Multimedia on
page 83
.

Viewing photos and videos

After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved. Once you have taken a photo or video, you can view it in Gallery by tapping the thumbnail in the corner of the image screen. Alternatively, open the Apps menu and tap Gallery. From Gallery you can share the file directly using various services. Services vary depending on the file type.
You may also edit individual photos you have taken by tapping the pencil icon in the lower left-hand corner of the screen.
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Geotagging

Geotagging allows you to store the location where a photo or videa was taken right in the photo or video itself.
For the geotag to display, pictures must be taken with GPS location info turned on.
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USING YOUR SMARTPHONE WITH
ACEREXTEND

PC system requirements

• PC or notebook with Windows 8 / 8.1 installed
• USB 2.0 / 3.0 port
• Memory: 1 GB and above
• Graphics with Microsoft DirectX support

Smartphone system requirements

• Android device with Android 4.2 or higher
• Micro USB port
• Wireless network
• Memory: 512 MB and above

Install PC application software

In order to use AcerEXTEND, you will first need to install the software on your computer. Connect your smartphone to your computer using a USB cable. The PC application software installer can be extracted directly from the smartphone's internal storage or from an SD card. Once you have successfully installed the software and followed the onscreen setup instructions, your smartphone's screen will be displayed on your computer. You will be able to operate your smartphone from your computer via a USB cable or wireless connection.
1. Connect your Acer smartphone to your computer via a USB cable.
2. Once you have successfully established a connection (installation procedures may vary depending on smartphone model), follow the instructions to continue the setup.
3. Tap AcerEXTEND on your smartphone and follow the onscreen instructions to continue setup.
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4. In Settings > Developer options, USB debugging must be enabled. Tap the empty
checkbox and tap OK to allow USB debugging.
To enable Developer options go to Settings > About phone, and tap Build number until you see "You are now a developer" appear at the bottom of the
screen.
5. Open the smartphone's MTP drive (internal storage or SD card) in My Computer and find AcerEXTENDInstaller.exe. Double-click to start the installation.
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If you see the Windows security popup window after double-clicking the installer, click More info and click Run anyway.
Some antivirus software may prevent this installer from running on your computer. You may copy the installer from the smartphone's internal storage drive onto your computer's desktop and run the installer from there.
The AcerEXTEND application software will begin uncompressing and installing onto your computer. Follow the instructions on your computer to complete the installation. When the installation is complete, AcerEXTEND will automatically detect and connect to your smartphone. See the following figure for reference.
6. You may be prompted to Allow USB debugging? Tap OK.
7. The button in the center of your smartphone’s screen indicates AcerEXTEND’s current status. Tap the button to turn AcerEXTEND on or off.
8. Once the connection is established, the smartphone's screen will appear on your computer's desktop. An AcerEXTEND Wireless Connection Tutorial will also appear.

AcerEXTEND toolbar

Once the smartphone's screen is displayed on your computer's desktop, you can click the button to extend the toolbar. From here,
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you can control all of your smartphone features. Click the button again to hide the toolbar.
The toolbar functions are described below:
Icon Function Icon Function
Back Home
Switch app
Minimize AcerEXTEND window
Turn wireless connection on or off
Resume or suspend your smartphone
Increase or decrease the volume
Turn Always on top on or off
Close AcerEXTEND
Turn power saving on or off
Rotate the screen to the left or right
Go to the next or previous page
Switch the input between the smartphone and computer keyboard
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Note

AcerEXTEND wireless connection

Your Acer smartphone and computer must both be connected to the same wireless network before you can establish an AcerEXTEND wireless connection.
There are four ways to establish a wireless connection between your smartphone and your computer:
1. Right-click the AcerEXTEND icon in your computer's system tray and select AcerEXTEND (Wireless).
2. Double-click the AcerEXTEND shortcut on your computer's desktop or double-click the AcerEXTEND icon in the system tray.
You will be reminded to connect your smartphone via a USB port.
An AcerEXTEND window will display any connected smartphones. Select your smartphone and click it to start the wireless connection.
3. You may switch to a wireless connection once you have successfully connected to your smartphone via a USB cable. If a wireless connection is available between your computer and smartphone, the wireless symbol at the top of the extended toolbar
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will change to . Click the button to toggle the connection from USB cable to wireless.
4. You may also use Sound Trigger. Sound Trigger must first be enabled on your smartphone. Tap the setup menu in the top right­hand corner of the AcerEXTEND panel on your smartphone. Tap the switch ON to Enable Sound Trigger. When your smartphone is close to your computer, a wireless connection will automatically sync your smartphone to the computer.
To connect your smartphone with your computer via a wireless network, you will need to first pair your smartphone with your computer via a USB cable.
You can delete or turn Sound Trigger on or off for each paired smartphone by tapping the red trash bin or checking and unchecking the box next to each paired smartphone. By default, all paired smartphones are named My smartphone. You can change the default name for your paired smartphone by clicking My smartphone and renaming the paired smartphone.
There are two options located in the Settings window that can be used to control Sound Trigger detection. To display the Settings, click the left-bottom button in Pairing Maintenance.
Enable the first option Auto extend when the smartphone moves close to this computer. (enabled by default) and AcerEXTEND will automatically start when the smartphone is close to the computer. Enable Auto disconnect when the smartphone moves away from this computer. (disabled by default) and AcerEXTEND will automatically disconnect when the smartphone moves away from your computer for a specified period of time.
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AcerEXTEND functions

1. Bidirectional control: Once an AcerEXTEND connection has been made, your smartphone's screen will be displayed on the computer. You can view and control the smartphone by using your computer's mouse or directly touch your computer's screen if your computer is equipped with a touchscreen panel. You can also share files between your computer and smartphone. The screen of your smartphone will dynamically mirror onto your computer. AcerEXTEND will auto rotate the screen on the computer when it detects that the orientation of the smartphone has changed.
2. Air Wireless Play: AcerEXTEND supports Acer smartphone user control from your computer via a wireless connection and can be auto started by Sound Trigger if it is enabled. Your smartphone and computer must both be connected to the same wireless access point. Operating your smartphone via wireless connection may be more convenient than connecting via a USB cable.
3. Directly input text: You can easily input text into your smartphone by using the keyboard of your computer. Easily toggle between the smartphone's onscreen keyboard and the computer's keyboard from the AcerEXTEND extended toolbar.
4. Copy and paste: With the clipboard sharing feature, you can edit and copy and paste the clipboard contents between the computer and your smartphone.
• Open the source file, select and right-click on the text that you
want to copy, and choose Copy from the content menu.
• Move the cursor to the smartphone's screen on your computer
and open the destination editor file.
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• Move the cursor to the location you want to place the text, left­click and hold, and click Paste.
You can also copy and paste text from your smartphone to your computer by following the same instructions. You can also use your computer's keyboard's hotkeys to control your smartphone's editor: <Ctrl>+<A> (select all); <Ctrl>+<C> (copy); and <Ctrl>+<V> (paste). This function depends on the capabilities of the smartphone's editor and may not work in all apps.
5. Drag and drop: Drag and drop the file by selecting and dragging the file on your computer with your mouse to the smartphone screen on your desktop to transfer the file to your smartphone.
6. Share to open: Transfer files like photos and videos from your smartphone to your computer by directly using the smartphone or the smartphone's screen on the computer's display. Open the file and click the AcerEXTEND icon to transfer the file. The shared file will be downloaded to the specified path on your computer. Once the file has finished downloading, an AcerEXTEND window will confirm that the shared file has been downloaded.
• Share a picture immediately after it is taken by tapping the Share
icon and then tapping the AcerEXTEND icon. The file will be downloaded to the specified path on the computer.
• Send a web page or a YouTube link from your smartphone to your
computer. Tap on the Settings icon in the upper right-hand corner and tap Share page. In Share via, tap AcerEXTEND and the web page will be opened on your computer.
• When sharing a YouTube video, tap on the Share icon. In Share
this video via, tap AcerEXTEND and the YouTube video will open on your computer.
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AcerEXTEND FAQ

Why can't I use my smartphone's onscreen keyboard to enter text with AcerEXTEND?
AcerEXTEND may have crashed or did not properly shut down, therefore, causing the AcerEXTEND software keyboard to remain as the default keyboard input method. Follow the steps below to recover your smartphone's onscreen keyboard:
1. Open Settings from the Applications menu.
2. Select Language & input.
3. Choose your input method by tapping Default.
Why can’t I connect to AcerEXTEND wirelessly?
• Make sure your smartphone and computer are both connected to the same wireless network.
• If your smartphone is not showing on the AcerEXTEND (wireless) list, click the refresh button in the upper-right corner to refresh.
• Try to connect your smartphone via a USB cable first and then switch to a wireless connection by clicking the wireless button on the extended toolbar.
• You may need to first disable AcerEXTEND on your smartphone and then re-enable it. If you cannot disable AcerEXTEND, try rebooting the smartphone first before disabling AcerEXTEND.
• If you have followed the instructions above and still see a blank wireless button in the extended toolbar after establishing a connection via a USB cable, check if the antivirus software installed on your computer has blocked your wireless connection. Disable your antivirus and try again.
Why does my AcerEXTEND screen keep freezing after connecting to a wireless network?
• The problem may be caused by a poor wireless signal or you may be experiencing high interference in the area. In this situation, a USB cable will provide a more stable AcerEXTEND connection.
• Another alternative will be to enable your smartphone's mobile hotspot and sync your computer through this hotspot.
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Why do I constantly see the AcerEXTEND ON/OFF warning window?
You may be encountering this problem because the driver for the smartphone's USB debugging interface was not installed properly. Please connect your USB cable to a USB 2.0 port on your computer first and then restart AcerEXTEND.
How do I dismiss the AcerEXTEND - Acer smartphone Not Found warning?
• Unlock the smartphone. If you see a window asking you to Always allow from this computer, make sure it is checked and tap OK.
• If you do not see the alert window, try disconnecting and re­connecting the USB cable to see if the alert window appears.
• Make sure the date and time on your computer are correct. If it is not correct, adjust the time and restart AcerEXTEND.
• Check if there are any third party smartphone assistant applications installed on your computer. Turn any third party smartphone assistant applications off and restart AcerEXTEND.
I can’t control my smartphone with computer’s mouse, how do I fix it?
• Make sure you have the latest version of AcerEXTEND installed on your smartphone and computer.
• Try rebooting your smartphone.
How can I copy files from my smartphone to my computer?
Android does not support dragging and dropping files. To copy a file from your smartphone to your computer, please select the file using an app, such as a File Manager, and use the Share function to share the file to your computer via AcerEXTEND.
I can’t share a file or web link from my smartphone, how can I fix this?
Android may have terminated the AcerEXTEND service due to a resource shortage. Re-start the AcerEXTEND connection.
How can I improve the quality of AcerEXTEND wireless connections?
If you experience screen lag or it freezes frequently when you are using AcerEXTEND over a wireless connection, the Wi-Fi channel
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used by your smartphone is experiencing interference from other devices, or the Wi-Fi signal is weak. You can try to use your smartphone’s Hotspot feature and let your computer join the smartphone’s Hotspot network.
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ADVANCED SETTINGS

Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode

You can enable Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off telephone and Bluetooth functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard.
Switch your smartphone off during takeoff and landing as it may interfere with aircraft electronic systems.

Turning Airplane mode on or off

1. Open the Notification area and tap the grid icon in the upper right-hand corner.
2. Tap Airplane mode.
-OR-
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1. Press and hold the power button until you get the smartphone options menu.
2. Tap Airplane mode to switch it ON or OFF.
When Airplane mode is active, the area.
icon will be displayed in the Notification

Restarting your smartphone

You can restart (reboot) your smartphone if you find apps are not responding.
1. Press and hold the power button until you get the smartphone options menu.
2. Tap Restart.
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Adjusting settings

Activating or deactivating connections

Open the Apps menu and tap Settings to manage your connection settings.
Item Description
Set a default SIM for particular functions (such as voice calling or messaging), turn the
SIM management
Wi-Fi Turn the Wi-Fi function on or off. Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth function on or off.
Data usage
Call Settings
data connection on or off, set roaming preferences and associate contacts with a SIM.
View an estimate of the mobile data used for each SIM.
Change Voice Call settings. Change Internet Call settings. Adjust Other Settings. Turn Float Caller on or off. Set Proximity Sensor. Turn Flip Mute on or off.
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Item Description
Access additional connection settings: Airplane mode: Disable all wireless connections so you can safely use this device onboard an aircraft. Default SMS app: Choose which app serves as the default SMS app. Tethering & portable hotspot: Share your
More...
smartphone’s mobile data connection via USB or as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. VPN: Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks. Mobile networks: Set your options for connecting to mobile networks. USB Internet: Share your computer’s internet connection via a USB cable. See Internet
sharing on page 62.
If your smartphone is in Airplane mode, the option to turn Bluetooth on will be disabled. Please refer to Putting your smartphone in
Airplane mode on page 58 for instructions on turning Airplane mode
on or off.
Adjusting Bluetooth settings
You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your smartphone and other mobile devices.
Bluetooth connections
For all Bluetooth settings, open the Apps menu and tap Settings > Bluetooth. Here you can switch Bluetooth on or off, set a device
name and discoverability. Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES to scan for available devices.
To connect to a device, tap the device in the list of available devices. You may be asked to enter a PIN on both devices to establish the connection.
To simply turn on or off Bluetooth, open the Notification area and tap the Bluetooth button.
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Internet sharing
Tethering via USB
If you wish to share your mobile internet connection with a computer, you can connect your smartphone to a PC using the supplied USB cable.
1. Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your smartphone.
2. Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer.
3. Tap Settings > More.. > USB Internet.
Wi-Fi hotspot
You can turn your smartphone into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share your mobile internet connection with up to 8 clients.
1. Tap Settings > More... > Tethering & portable hotspot. Turn Wi-Fi hotspot ON.Tap Wi-Fi hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.
2. Set the Network SSID and adjust security between None and WPA2 PSK. Tap Save to finish.
When your smartphone is serving as a Wi-Fi hotspot, you can’t use your smartphone’s apps to access the internet via its Wi-Fi connection.

Smartphone network settings

In the Apps menu tap Settings > More... > Mobile networks to adjust your network settings. You can turn data connection on or off when roaming, choose a preferred network mode, specify a network operator and define access point names.
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Selecting a network
Your smartphone will automatically detect your carrier/network settings when you insert a new SIM card. However, you may prefer to manually select a network. This may be a good idea when roaming.
When you are traveling, manually selecting a network may help to reduce your roaming charges. Check with your home service provider for the network offering the most competitive rates at your destination.
1. Open the Apps menu and tap Settings > More... > Mobile networks > Network operators > Select Manually.
2. Your smartphone will search for available networks.
3. Select your preferred network from the list generated. Your smartphone will attempt to register on the selected network.
4. Tap Select automatically to connect to the available network with the strongest signal. This may lead to your smartphone jumping between networks when you move around.
Contact your service provider should you have any problems obtaining voice mail and the text message service center numbers.
Data usage control settings
Data usage controls let you monitor total usage by network type and app and then set limits if needed.
Ensure Wi-Fi or mobile data is enabled before setting a limit. Access data usage settings from the Apps menu by tapping Settings > Data
usage.

Smartphone settings

Many smartphone settings are automatically configured by your smartphone when you insert a SIM card. The device will communicate with your provider and automatically obtain all necessary settings, such as network name, voice mail and text message center numbers.
You can also view and modify these settings manually through the Call settings screen.
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From the Apps menu, tap Settings, then tap More... under WIRELESS & NETWORKS, then tap Call settings.

Sound

To adjust your smartphone’s sound settings, in the Apps menu tap
Settings > Sound.
Item Description
Vibrate Vibrates the device for incoming calls.
Volumes
SIM1 ringtone Sets your default ringtone for SIM1. SIM2 ringtone Sets your default ringtone for SIM2. Default notification
sound Dial pad touch tones Play tones when using dial pad.
Touch sounds
Screen lock sound
Vibrate on touch
Adjust the Ringtone, Notifications, and Alarm volumes.
Set your smartphone’s default notification sound.
Play sounds when touching certain UI elements.
Play sound when locking and unlocking the screen.
Vibrate when pressing soft keys and on certain UI interactions.

Audio profiles

To adjust your smartphone’s sound settings, in the Apps menu tap
Settings > Audio profiles. Choose from General, Silent, Meeting, or Outdoor.

DTS Sound Studio

To adjust your smartphone’s DTS audio settings, in the Apps menu, tap Settings > DTS Studio Sound to enable and adjust the treble, bass, music EQ and video EQ. Tap DTS Studio Sound to uncheck and disable.
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Display

To adjust your smartphone’s display settings, in the Apps menu tap
Settings > Display.
Item Description
Theme Change the Home screen’s theme. Brightness Adjust screen brightness.
Auto-rotate screen
Sleep
Daydream
Font size Change the default font size for the UI.
Wireless Display
Enable rotation of the screen when device is tilted.
Adjust the delay before the screen automatically turns off.
Controls what happens when the smartphone is docked and/or sleeping.
Mirrors your smartphone’s display on a compatible monitor or display.
Pairing your smartphone to the display is required before use and may require a dongle. See the instructions that came with your display or dongle to pair.

Setting the date and time

To set the date and time, open the Apps menu and tap Settings > Date & time.
If you travel frequently or live in an area that uses daylight saving time, activate Automatic date & time > Use network-provided time from this menu. This will enable your smartphone to set the date and time based on information it receives from the network.

Setting alarms

There are two predefined alarms on your smartphone by default. Tap Clock in the Apps menu, and then tap to edit alarm settings. You may:
• Turn the alarm on or off.
• Set the alarm time.
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• Set which days to repeat the alarm.
• Set a ringtone.
• Enable or disable vibrate.
• Give it a label.

Changing language and text options

Set your location and language input preferences by opening the
Apps menu and going to Settings > Language & input.

Connecting to a PC

If you wish to transfer information between your device and your computer (either the microSD card in your device or the device’s internal memory), you can connect your device to a PC using the supplied USB cable.
1. Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your smartphone.
2. Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer.
3. Open the notification area and tap Connected as a media device to choose whether to connect as a Media device (MTP) (the default option) or Camera (PTP).
Your device will now be available as a drive in your computer’s file explorer.
After turning on USB storage, you will not be able to access the files in the microSD card or apps such as Gallery or Music.

Synchronization

You can sync your calendar, email and contacts on your smartphone and never worry about losing them again. Sync in real time or adjust it as you please. In the Apps menu, tap Settings. Under ACCOUNTS, tap the appropriate account and again under ACCOUNTS tap that
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account’s email address to access the synchronization settings.
To add a new account, tap Add account. Select the type of account and then follow the onscreen instructions.
Google Sync
In Google, you can set synchronization for Google services. In your Google account’s synchornization settings menu, tap the checkmark next to the item you would like to have auto-sync. Tap again to uncheck any for manual synchronization.
To manually synchronize an item, make sure the item is checked, tap the Menu button and then tap Sync now.
You need a Google account to sync your calendar and appointments.

FM radio

The FM radio allows you to listen to your favorite stations while on the move. Headphones must be inserted to the 3.5 mm jack as the cable functions as an antenna.
You can access the radio by tapping FM Radio from the Apps menu.
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Tap the back icon to turn the radio off.

Applications (apps)

Closing an app

To close an active app, in the Apps menu tap Settings > Apps. Swipe over to the Running tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select Stop to close the program.

Uninstalling an app

You can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage memory.
1. In the Apps menu tap Settings > Apps.
2. Swipe over to the Downloaded tab.
3. Find the app in the list and tap on it.
4. Tap the Uninstall button and then tap OK.
You should only remove programs if you are familiar with the Android operating system.
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Restoring to factory settings

You may perform a clean boot to restore your smartphone to the factory settings. Before performing a clean boot, ensure that your smartphone is not locked. Press any key or tap the screen to see if the smartphone responds.
You should only perform a clean boot when all other options have failed to restore your smartphone to an operational state. This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your smartphone and any programs you installed.
If your smartphone is responding to screen input, then open Settings from the Apps menu. Tap Backup & reset > Factory data reset > Reset phone and then Erase everything to format your smartphone.
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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.

Using the headset

Your smartphone is compatible with headsets with built-in microphone for handsfree use when making calls.
To use the headset, plug it into the 3.5 mm headphone jack at the top of the smartphone.
When the headset is plugged in, all audio is routed to the headset, and the speakers are turned off.
• To answer an incoming call, press the button on the microphone.
• Adjust the volume using the volume up/down button on the smartphone.
• End the call by pressing the button again.

Using a Bluetooth headset

Your smartphone’s Bluetooth functions make it fully compatible with all Bluetooth headsets. This allows you to use the unit handsfree when making calls, without the inconvenience of wires.

Creating a new access point

When you need to add another GPRS/3G/EDGE connection on your smartphone, obtain the access point name and settings (including username and password if required) from your wireless service provider.
1. Open the Apps menu and tap Settings > More... > Mobile networks > Access Point Names, and select an operator.
2. Tap the Menu button and then tap New APN.
3. Enter the APN settings. Tap an item to adjust it.
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4. When you have finished tap the Menu button and then tap Save.
Some providers and countries do not allow the use of a smartphone as a modem over HSDPA. Please check with your provider before attempting to do so.

Inserting a microSD card

Your smartphone features a memory expansion slot that accepts a microSD card to expand memory and storage capacity.
Please refer to Inserting the SIM cards and microSD card on
page 7 for instructions on installing a microSD card.
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MANAGING YOUR SIM CARDS

This chapter is for models with more than one SIM card.
If your smartphone detects a new SIM card, you will be asked to confirm the preferred SIM to use for each action.
It indicates the following information:
1. The color used for each SIM card and its network name.
• The preferred SIM for outgoing calls.
• The preferred SIM for sending messages.
• The preferred SIM for 3G data.
Tap Change to edit these settings from the SIM
Management screen. You can also access the SIM Management functions by opening the Apps menu and tapping
Settings > SIM management.

SIM Management

Open the Apps menu and tap Settings > SIM management. From this screen, you can:
1. Enable or disable each SIM.
2. Configure each SIM’s name, phone number, display numbers, and assign a color to each SIM (allowing you to quickly and easily recognize which SIM is active).
3. Set the default SIM for voice calls, messaging, data connection, and 3G service.
4. General settings for each SIM.
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Selecting which SIM to use when making a call
If you have set Voice call to Always ask, you will be asked which SIM to use each time you make call. Enter the number, then tap . A dialog opens; tap the SIM to use and the call will be connected.
Selecting which SIM to use when sending a text message
If you have set Messaging to Always ask, you will be asked which SIM to use each time you send a text message. Enter the message and recipient information, then tap Send. A dialog opens; tap the SIM to use and the message will be sent.
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Identifying calls
Whenever you receive a call, the caller’s number will be shown using the color defined for the SIM that the call is being received on. You will also be shown the name of the SIM receiving the call.
In the call log, the name of the SIM will be shown beneath the number of the call -- whether the call was missed, answered or was an outgoing call -- in the color you defined for that SIM.
Limitations when using multiple SIMs
When a SIM is: Other SIM cannot:
In a call Dial out
Ringing
Receive a call (caller will get a "nu
mber not available" message) Sending or receiving a message Send or receive a message Using a data connection Use a data connection
If you are using data on one SIM and you make or receive a call, or send or receive a text message on another SIM, the first SIM’s data connection will be temporarily halted.
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APPENDIX

FAQ and troubleshooting

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 Suggestions
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. Check that the volume control is not at its lowest setting.
You may be trying to view an image that is not supported. See
Multimedia on page 83.
You may be trying to view a video that is not supported. See
Multimedia on page 83.
You may be trying to play a file that is not supported. See Multimedia
on page 83.
Audio
Multimedia files
Why is there no sound coming from the device?
Why can’t I view my picture files?
Why can’t I view my video files?
Why can’t I play my music files?
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Aspect Question Suggestions
1. First check that you have a Wi-Fi or data connection (some Wi-Fi "hotspots" require you to log in before accessing the internet) and then try again.
2. If you still cannot connect, try adjusting your date/time settings. Open the Apps menu and tap Settings > Date & time >
Google Play Store
Why can’t I connect to the Play Store?
Automatic date & time set to off.
3. Manually adjust the time and then try to reconnect to the Play Store.
System information and performance
How do I check the OS version of my device?
Ta p Settings > About phone to check the OS version (Build number) and other hardware and software information.
The battery power may be
Power
I can’t turn on the device.
depleted. Recharge the device.
See Charging the battery on page 6 for more information.
RAM / ROM
How do I check the RAM and ROM memory status?
To check the ROM status, tap Settings > Storage. To check RAM status, tap Settings > APPS > RUNNING.
My device’s
Internal storage
available internal storage is full or almost
Uninstall apps to increase available storage. See Uninstalling an app
on page 68.
full.
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Aspect Question Suggestions
After a certain number of wrong entries, you will be presented with an option to reset your pattern. Tap Forgot pattern? and enter your Google account username and
Unlock pattern
Heat
I forgot my unlock pattern.
The smartphone heats up when charging or making long duration calls.
password.
You must have an active Google account on the smartphone. Alternatively, you restore your smartphone to factory settings. See
Restoring to factory settings on page 69.
It is normal for the smartphone to heat up when charging. When charging is complete, it will return to its normal temperature. It is also normal for the smartphone to heat up during long periods of use, such as watching a video or a long phone conversation.
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Other sources of help

For information on Refer to ...
Up-to-date information regarding your sma
Service enquiries www.acer.com/support
rtphone
www.acer.com mobile.acer.com
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

• Do not use this product near water.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged.
• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or 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.
• 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.
Protecting your hearing
To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.
• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.
• Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.
• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.
• Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
• Decrease the volume if you can’t hear people speaking near you.
Additional safety information
Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children.
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Important
Operating environment
For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your 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. Use the device only in its normal operating positions. 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. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased.

Medical devices

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless smartphones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have 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. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers should do the following:
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• Always keep the device more than 15.3 cm (6") from the pacemaker.
• Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on. If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it.
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 anti-skid (anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless equipment in 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. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be illegal.

Potentially explosive environments

Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. 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.
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Important
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. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.
Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress.

Emergency calls

Wireless smartphones, 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.
If certain features are in use, you may first need to turn those features off before you can make an emergency call. Consult this guide or your service provider for more information.
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.

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 your finger or fingernail. 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. In general, treat your smartphone as you would a mobile
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phone or other small electronic device.
3. DO be careful not to drop your smartphone or subject it to any strong impact. Do not place your smartphone in your back pocket.
4. DO NOT expose your smartphone to extreme temperatures. For example, do not leave your smartphone on the dashboard of a car on a hot day or when temperatures are below freezing point. Also, keep it away from heaters and other sources of heat.
5. DO NOT use or store your smartphone in any location that is dusty, damp or wet.
6. DO use a soft, damp cloth to clean your smartphone. If the surface of the screen becomes soiled, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with diluted window-cleaning solution.
7. DO NOT press down on the screen with force, otherwise you may crack the screen.
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Specifications

Note
Specifications may vary depending on region and configuration.

Performance

• 1.3 GHz quad-core processor
• System memory:
• 1 GB or 8 GB of ROM
• 2 GB or 16 GB of ROM (Optional)
• Android 4.4.4 KitKat operating system

Display

• 4.5" IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen
• 960 x 540 resolution

Multimedia

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Formats supported:
Type Formats
Image JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP
Audio playback MP3, AMR, AAC LC, AAC+, eAAC+, Vorbis, FLAC,
MIDI, WAVE
Ringtone MP3, AMR, AAC LC, AAC+, eAAC+, Vorbis, FLAC,
MIDI, WAVE
Video recording H.263, H.264, MPEG4
Video playback H.263, H.264, MPEG4, VP8

USB connector

• Micro USB connector
• USB client
• DC power-in (5 V, 2 A)
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Connectivity

• Bluetooth 4.0
• IEEE 802.11b/g/n
• LTE Band 1, 3, 7, 20 (Europe and Asia); 2, 4, 7, 17 (Americas)
• * GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
• * WCDMA: 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
• HSPA+ / GPRS / EDGE
•GPS
* Frequencies depend on model.

Camera

• 5 MP rear camera
• Auto-focus
• LED flash
• 2 MP front camera
• Fixed focus

Expansion

• microSD memory card slot (up to 32 GB)

Battery

• 2000 mAh Li-Polymer battery (replaceable)
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 apps will shorten battery life between charges.
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Dimensions

Height 136 mm
Width 66.7 mm
Thickness 9.9 mm
Weight 145 g (with battery)
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END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

IMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("AGREEMENT") IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR A SINGLE ENTITY), AND ACER INC. INCLUDING ITS SUBSIDIARIES ("ACER") FOR THE SOFTWARE (WHETHER PROVIDED BY ACER OR BY ACER'S LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS) THAT ACCOMPANIES THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY ASSOCIATED MEDIA, PRINTED MATERIALS AND RELATED USER ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTATION WHICH MAY BE BRANDED "ACER" ("SOFTWARE"). AGREEMENTS RELATING TO ANY OTHER PRODUCT OR TOPIC ARE NEITHER INTENDED NOR SHOULD THEY BE IMPLIED. BY INSTALLING THE ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT CONTINUE THE INSTALLATION PROCESS AND IMMEDIATELY DELETE ALL INSTALLED FILES, IF ANY, OF THE ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE FROM YOUR SMARTPHONE.
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8. Export the Software in contravention of applicable export laws and regulations, or (i) sell, export, re-export, transfer, divert, disclose technical data, or dispose of, any Software to any prohibited person, entity, or destination including, without limitation, Cuba, Iran, North Korea,
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SUPPORT SERVICES
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