ASUS AiGuru S2 User Manual

AiGuru S2

Wireless Skype Phone

E2944

First Edition V1 March 2007

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Safety precautions

For your safety and to keep your phone in good operating condition, read the following tips and reminders carefully before using your phone.

Always keep the phone dry and free from dust.

Make sure that the phone is switched off before removing/ replacing the battery.

Refer phone servicing only to qualied personnel.

Use only approved accessories. Do not connect incompatible products or devices.

Use the phone following the instructions in this user guide.

Refer to the Appendix for detailed safety notices.

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Table of contents

Safety precautions ........................................................................................iii

Table of contents ...........................................................................................iv

About this guide ............................................................................................vii

Package contents ..........................................................................................xi

System requirements ....................................................................................xii

Specications ................................................................................................xii

Chapter 1: Basic information

1.1 Phone layout ..................................................................................1-2

1.2 Battery information .......................................................................1-4

1.2.1 Battery power levels .............................................................1-4

1.2.2 Removing and installing the battery ..................................... 1-4

1.2.3 Charging the battery ............................................................1-6

1.2.4 Turning the phone on or off ..................................................1-7

1.2.5 Display layout .......................................................................1-7

Chapter 2: Installing and using the AiGuru S2 Utility

2.1 Installing the AiGuru S2 Utility .....................................................2-2

2.2 Optimizing the AiGuru S2 Utility settings ...................................2-10

2.2.1 Status ................................................................................... 2-11

2.2.2 WiFi Music Settings .............................................................2-14

2.2.3 Handset Mode Switch and WiFi Congure ..........................2-16

Chapter 3: Getting to know the phone menu and using the Skype™ features

3.1 Skype .............................................................................................. 3-2

3.1.1 Making a call ........................................................................3-2

3.1.2 Hang up a call ......................................................................3-5

3.1.3 Conference call ....................................................................3-5

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3.1.4 Presence .............................................................................. 3-7

3.1.5 Skype Voicemail ...................................................................3-8

3.1.6 Chat Alert .............................................................................3-10

3.2 Call List...........................................................................................3-11

3.3 MyProle .......................................................................................3-14

3.4 WiFi Music ......................................................................................3-15

3.4.1 Play mode ............................................................................3-15

3.4.2 Sound mode .........................................................................3-16

3.5 Settings ..........................................................................................3-17

3.5.1 Language .............................................................................3-17

3.5.2 Display .................................................................................3-18

3.5.3 System info. .........................................................................3-20

3.5.4 Load Default .........................................................................3-22

Chapter 4: Windows®Vista™Conguratonand Windows® SideShow™

4.1 Installing AiGiuru S2 utility ...........................................................4-2

4.2 Changing Skype Privilege Level ..................................................4-8

4.3 Setting up Wireless Music ............................................................ 4-9

4.4 Using Windows SideShow function ............................................4-10

4.4.1 Windows Mail ....................................................................... 4-10

4.4.2 RSS ......................................................................................4-12

Appendix: Reference information

A.1 Setting PC-cillin™ .........................................................................A-2

PC-cillin™ 2007 ...............................................................................A-5

A.2 Setting the Windows Firewall .......................................................A-8

A.2.1 Windows XP .........................................................................A-8

A.2.2 Windows Vista .....................................................................A-9

Table of contents

A.3 Subscribing RSS feeds ................................................................. A-11

A.4 Notices............................................................................................A-15

A.5 Safety statements ..........................................................................A-16

A.6 Troubleshooting ............................................................................A-23

A.7 FAQ ................................................................................................. A-24

ASUS contact information ............................................................................A-28

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need to use your AiGuru S2 phone.

How this guide is organized

This user guide contains the following parts:

Chapter 1: Basic information

This chapter describes the phone layout, provides information about the battery including how to charge it, and basic functions such as turning the phone on/off. This chapter also describes the different layout displays of the phone.

Chapter 2: Installing and using the AiGuru S2 Utility

This chapter provides instructions on how to install the AiGuru S2 Utility and the required device drivers. This chapter also shows you how to use the AiGuru S2 utility.

Chapter 3: Getting to know the phone menu and using the Skype™ features

This chapter shows you how to use the phone and navigate through the Phone Menu and the Skype™ Menu.

Chapter 4: Windows® Vista™CongurationandWindows® SideShow™

This chapter shows you how to install, congure and use the AiGuru S2 utility

under Windows® Vista™ operating system and how to use the Windows® SideShow™ features via your AiGuru S2 handset.

Appendix: Reference information

This chapter describes PC-cillin rewall settings, RSS feeds and provides safety notices, an FAQ section, as well as ASUS’ contact information.

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Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you peform certain tasks properly, take note of the following conventions used throughout this user guide.

NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

complete a task.

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to the unit when trying to complete a task.

NETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURE: The phone feature is network dependent or subscribed.

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Welcome

Thank you for choosing the ASUS AiGuru S2 Wireless Skype Phone Kit. It will allow you to make phone using your broadband connection. This Phone is specially designed to facilitate the manipulation of the service and features provided by SkypeTM.

What is SkypeTM

SkypeTM is free and simple software that enables you to make free calls anywhere in the world in minutes. If you are tired of paying outrageous fees for telephony, Skype is for you!

SkypeTM is quick and easy to install. Just download it, register, and within minutes you can use the ASUS AiGuru S2 Wireless Skype Phone to call your friends on SkypeTM. SkypeTM calls have excellent sound quality and are highly secure with end-toend encryption. SkypeTM is a registered trademark of Skype Technologies S.A. and all rights related to it are reserved. It is not in any way connected to ASUSTek Computer, Inc. To create an account, download the SkypeTM program, and know more about this program, visit www.skype.com.

Skype™ is a registered trademark of Skype™ Technologies S.A. and is not in any way connected to ASUSTek Computer, Inc. To create an account, download the Skype™ program, and know more about this program, visit www.skype.com.

“Get AiGuru S2 Phone convenience when you use SkypeTM!

Now you do not have to sit in front of your computer when you want to talk to your friends. With the Skype application running on your PC, the handset can read and display your contact list on its built-in illuminated display. Just choose who you want to talk to from the menu, press a button, and get ready to talk.

Of course, the handset supports SkypeOutTM dialing as well as your Skype contact list. The handset rings when you have a SkypeTM or SkypeInTM call coming in, and shows

the caller’s ID on the screen. You can hit the Mute button for privacy, or use the loud-

speaker function to let everyone join in. You can put an existing call on hold and allow callers to leave a message on the answer machine, and retrieve voice mail with ease.

In short, the ASUS AiGuru S2 Wireless Skype Phone Kit gives you all the functionality of a regular phone, through SkypeTM. You get the convenience of a wireless phone and all its features, plus the high-quality voice reception that you get from SkypeTM on your PC, without being tied to your computer

Package contents

Check your phone package for the following items:

AiGuru S2 phone Quick Start Guide Support CD

Wireless Link USB

dongle extension

USB cable

Battery

Wireless Link USB

dongle

System requirements

• PC running Microsoft® Windows® XP (SP2) / 2000 (SP4) / 32-bit Editions of Windows Vista / Home Premium / Ultimate / Business / Enterprise

• At least 1 GHz processor

• At least 256 MB RAM

• At least 40 MB free hard disk drive space

• Internet connection: Dial-up, broadband, or cable modem (at least 33.6 Kbps)

We recommend a broadband connection. Voice quality may vary depending on the connection speed.

• Skype™ version 3.0.0.198 recommended (bundled in the support CD)

Specications

Dimension 116(L) x 47(W) x 12.3(H) mm

Weight 100 g

Wireless standard IEEE 802.11 b+g @11/54 Mbps, 2.4 GHz, with

I/O 128 x 128 Dot matrix color STNLCD

Keypad Alphanumeric keys

auto-fallback and auto-channel selection

0.5 W Speaker Receiver Mini USB port

2.5 mm 2-channel Earphone jack

End key Call key Navigation keys Right soft key Left soft key Asterisk key

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Specications

Features Skype™, SkypeIn™, SkypeOut™, Skype™ Conference

Operating distance Indoors: 30 m*

Power duration Li-ion 3.7 V 750 mAH, 25 hours standby, 2.5 talk hours

Charging 3 hours USB full charging

Wireless receiver Wireless Link dongle (UI) mounted on the PC or

Sofware to install AiGuru S2 Utility

Accessories Support CD

* According to free space test. The operating distance may be shorter or interfered if there are walls, barriers, or interferences in the home layout or operating environment.

support Contacts list, call list Search Call rejecting, call receiving, call redial, hold Hands-free speaker out Caller ID display

Outdoors: 100 m*

notebook

Wireless Link dongle driver

Quick Start Guide Battery USB cable Wireless Link dongle Wireless Link dongle 3D 360º USB extension

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Chapter 1

Basic information

1.1 Phone layout

Front view

1. Earpiece/Speaker

2. LCD screen. Displays information such as time, battery status, signal strength,

and menus.

3. Navigation keys. Allows you to navigate menu lists and functions as a

shortcut.

Up: Skype Presence Down: Skype Contacts Left: Skype Menu Right: Missed Call list Middle: WiFi Music

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Back view

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4. Left soft key. Allows you to perform the function indicated on the bottom left

corner of the screen.

5. Call key. Initiates a call.

6. Asterisk key. Holds to chage the input modes. Toggles between numeric and

alpha modes.

7. Microphone

8. Right soft key. Allows you to perform the function indicated on the bottom right

corner of the screen.

9. End key. Terminates a call.

10. Alphanumeric keypad. Allows you to enter numbers, letters, and symbols.

11. Battery latch. Secures the battery cover to the phone.

12. Battery cover. Covers the battery.

Side view (left) Side view (right)

13. Volume adjustment buttons. Adjusts the phone volume.

14. Power button. Turns the phone on or off.

15. Earphone jack. Connects an earphone.

Bottom view

16. USB B type connector. Connects a USB B series plug to charge the phone

battery and congure the phone.

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1.2 Battery information

A rechargeable battery powers the AiGuru S2 Wireless Skype Phone. Make sure that the battery is fully charged to prevent interrupted communications due to power loss.

Fully charge the lithium ion battery before rst use and whenever it is

depleted to prolong battery life.

1.2.1 Battery power levels

The battery icon on the LCD screen helps you keep track of the remaining battery power so you will know when you need to charge the battery. Note the battery icon indicating the battery power levels.

Icon Indication

Battery is 55% to 100% full.

Battery is 25% to 55% full.

Battery is 10% to 25% full.

Turning red. Battery has no power. Charging is required.

1.2.2 Removing and installing the battery

The rechargeable battery comes installed in the AiGuru S2. In the future, you may need to replace the current battery. Follow the instructions in this section to remove and install the battery if needed.

Before removing or installing the battery, make sure the phone is turned off and not connected to a USB cable.

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To remove the battery:

1. Push the battery cover latch in

the direction of the arrow until the battery cover disengages from the phone. Lift the cover then set it aside.

To install the battery:

1. Place the battery into the battery

compartment noting the correct polarity.

2. Upwardly lift the battery and set it aside.

2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow until the latch snaps in place.

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1.2.3 Charging the battery

Low battery indicator

The battery indicator (green) on the upper left corner of the screen indicates how much charge remains in the battery. When the battery indicator shows (red), you need to recharge the battery. Charge the battery through the USB cable.

To know the charging status of the phone, note the LED color on the upper left corner of the handset. Refer to the table below.

Color Indication

Orange (blinking) Battery charging

Green (blinking slowly) Idle mode (backlight is off)

No color (LED off) Phone in use

USB direct charging

1. Connect the USB Series B plug (with the squarish end) to the port at the bottom of the phone.

2. Connect the USB Series A plug

(with the at rectangular end) to a

USB 2.0 port on your computer.

Make sure your computer is turned on. For the best battery performance, make the battery charge and discharge

completely the rst few times

you use it. For some PC, USB ports may fail to deliver enough power to the devices connected to them. When using S2, connecting your S2 and the dongle to neighboring USB ports is not suggested.

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1.2.4 Turning the phone on or off

To turn the phone on or off:

1. Locate the power button on the right side of the phone.

2. Press the power button for a few seconds until the display turns on or off.

1.2.5 Display layout

Idle mode

The phone is in idle mode when it is ready for use and you have not performed any action.

WiFi Signal strength

indicator

Skype status

Main menu

selection

When you switch to USB Mode, the WiFi Signal strength indicator will change to . Refer to 2.2.3 for detailed information on handset mode switch.

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Battery indicator

Clock

Account name

Skype credit

Skype Contacts list

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Main menu

After you press the left soft key, the main menu appears. You can navigate to Skype, Call List, MyProle, Settings, SideShow, WiFi Music to use all the functions or

congure the settings.

Call List

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Skype

WiFi Music

SideShow

When you log off Skype, switch to USB Mode, or disconnect the connection, some icons in the main menu will be grayed out.

The SideShow icon is only available under Windows Vista system and the functions available will vary depending on the Windows Vista. If your operating system is Windows XP, this item will be unavailable.

My Prole

Settings

Chapter 1: Basic information

Chapter 2

Installing and using the AiGuru S2 Utility

This chapter provides instructions on how to install the AiGuru S2 Utility and the required device drivers. This chapter also shows you

how to congure the phone and Wireless Link USB dongle.

2.1 Installing the AiGuru S2 Utility

Before using your AiGuru S2 Wireless Skype Phone, you need to install the AiGuru S2

Utility. This utility allows you to take full advantage of your phone’s features.

Requirements for installing the AiGuru S2 utility:

1. Windows® XP (SP2) / 2000 (SP4) / 32-bit Editions of Windows Vista / Home Premium / Ultimate / Business / Enterprise

2. At least 1 GHz processor

3. At least 256 MB RAM

4. At least 40 MB free hard disk drive space

5. Internet connection: Dial-up, broadband, or cable modem (at least 33.6 Kbps)

6. Skype™ account

7. Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c

8. Wireless Link USB dongle

9. AiGuru S2 support CD

Consult the Internet Service Provider(ISP) for detailed information about network setting.

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To install the AiGuru S2 Utility:

1. Place the AiGuru S2 support CD in the optical drive.

The AiGuru S2 Control Panel

appears. Click Install AiGuru S2 Utility.

If the AiGuru S2 Utility installation does not run automatically, click Browse Support CD, then double click Setup.exe to run the installation or readme for help.

2. Click Yes to start installation

when the InstallShield Wizard

appears.

3. When the installation begins, the

Setup Status window indicates the progress of installation.

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4. This screen appears when

W i r e l e s s

L i n k

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installation is completed. Refer to the following description to connect the Wireless Link USB dongle to your PC.

Installation can not proceed if the Wireless Link USB dongle is not connected to your PC.

To connect the Wireless Link USB dongle:

You may plug the Wireless Link USB dongle to your PC directly or connect it to your PC with the Wireless Link USB dongle extension. See the pictures below:

Method 1: Method 2:

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The Wireless Link USB dongle extension comes with the handset. You can adjust it up to 360º to get better signal.

The Wireless Link USB dongle is a thumb-sized device that creates

a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g wireless standards. The device allows wireless communication between your computer and your phone using USB 2.0 connectivity, giving you the convenient access to the Skype™ program and control of the AiGuru S2 Utility.

1. Installation proceeds when you connect the Wireless Link USB dongle to your PC.

2. This screen appears when installation is completed. Turn on your handset and connect it to your PC using the provided USB cable.

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To install Skype™:

1. A dialogue box opens, asking if you would like to install or update the Skype™ program. Click Yes to install the program.

We recommand you install the program in the Support CD or the programs suggested in ASUS website.

2. The Skype™ Setup Wizard appears and leads you to nish

the installation. Select the

language to use rst.

3. Read the License Agreement and then click the box, then click the Install button to install.

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4. If you want to install the free Google Toolbar please click the box before Install the free

Google Toolbar, then click the Next button.

5. Installation proceeds.

6. This screen appears when installation is completed. Click the Start Skype.

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To continue AiGuru S2 Utility installation

1. InstallShield Wizard appears

after you nish Skype installation.

Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now and click Finish.

2. After restarting the computer, when you log in to skype, a prompt appears. Select Allow this program to use Skype and click OK. The AiGuru S2 utility will be ready to use.

3. The warning message appears on the utility screen, if the phone and the Wireless Link USB dongle are not connected to your PC, or the Skype application is not initiated. The warning messages disappear when everything is ready.

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