ASUS P552 User Manual

P552w

User Manual

E3816

First Edition July 2008

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Table of Contents

Safety information ............................................................................... 14

Mobile phone etiquette ........................................................................ 22

Mobile manners............................................................................................. 22

Specications ...................................................................................... 23

Package contents ................................................................................ 24

Chapter 1: Getting started

Getting to know your device ............................................................... 26

Layout ..................................................................................................... 26

Getting your device ready ................................................................... 30

Installing the SIM card and battery................................................................ 30

Charging the battery...................................................................................... 32

Installing and removing a microSD card .......................................................33

Starting up ............................................................................................ 34

Powering your device .................................................................................... 34

Using the stylus ............................................................................................. 34

Calibrating your device.................................................................................. 35

Locking your device ......................................................................................35

The Home screen ................................................................................. 36

ASUS Today .................................................................................................. 37

The Today screen .......................................................................................... 44

Using MultiHome ........................................................................................... 49

AnyTime Launcher .............................................................................. 50

Searching for information ................................................................... 52

Getting Help ......................................................................................... 52

Chapter 2: Entering data

Using the Input Panel .......................................................................... 54

Using the Block Recognizer .......................................................................... 54

Using the onscreen keyboard .......................................................................55

Using the Letter Recognizer.......................................................................... 56

Using the Transcriber .................................................................................... 56

Writing and drawing on the screen .................................................... 57

Recording voice ................................................................................... 59

Chapter 3: Device Synchronization

Synchronizing your device ................................................................. 61

Microsoft® ActiveSync ......................................................................... 61

Synchronizing via mini-USB .......................................................................... 63

Synchronizing via Bluetooth® ....................................................................... 64

Synchronizing with an Exchange Server....................................................... 65

Chapter 4: Phone features

Using the phone ................................................................................... 68

Phone pad ..................................................................................................... 68

Turning off the phone function ......................................................................68

Adjusting the volume ..................................................................................... 69

Making a call ........................................................................................ 70

Making a voice call ........................................................................................ 70

Making emergency calls................................................................................ 76

Making international calls .............................................................................. 76

Receiving a call .................................................................................... 76

Options during a call ........................................................................... 77

Managing multiple calls ................................................................................. 78

ASUS CallFilter .................................................................................... 79

Launching the shortcut menu ........................................................................ 79

Managing the Accept list ............................................................................... 80

Managing the Reject list ................................................................................ 81

Chapter 5: Messaging

E-mail messaging ................................................................................ 83

Setting up an e-mail account......................................................................... 83

Sending an e-mail message.......................................................................... 85

Threaded SMS ...................................................................................... 89

Sending a threaded SMS .............................................................................. 89

MMS messaging ................................................................................... 90

Accessing MMS ............................................................................................90

Editing MMS settings ....................................................................................90

Sending an MMS message ........................................................................... 91

Windows® Live ..................................................................................... 93

Using Hotmail® ............................................................................................. 93

Using Windows® Live Messenger ................................................................. 94

Chapter 6: Organizing your life

Using Contacts .................................................................................... 98

Viewing Contacts ..........................................................................................98

Using the SIM Manager ..............................................................................101

Using Calendar .................................................................................. 102

Scheduling an appointment......................................................................... 102

Viewing an appointment .............................................................................. 103

Viewing your schedule ................................................................................ 103

Using Tasks ........................................................................................ 104

The Tasks list .............................................................................................. 104

Chapter 7: Customizing your device

Customizing the Start menu ............................................................. 106

Using the Prole Manager ................................................................ 106

Customizing the Today screen ......................................................... 108

Entering your contact information ................................................... 109

Setting up sounds and notications .................................................110

Setting the date, time, and alarm ......................................................110

Setting the ringtone ............................................................................112

Adding ringtone to selection .........................................................................112

Changing the ringtone ..................................................................................112

Wake up settings ................................................................................113

Chapter 8: Getting connected

Using the Wireless Manager ..............................................................115

Enabling/disabling ight mode .....................................................................115

Enabling/disabling the wireless connections ................................................115

Using your PDA phone as an external modem ............................................116

Using Direct Push ........................................................................................117

Using Bluetooth® ...............................................................................118

Activating Bluetooth in your device ..............................................................118

Adding Bluetooth devices.............................................................................119

Using Wi-Fi ..........................................................................................119

Turning on Wi-Fi ...........................................................................................119

Conguring wireless networks ....................................................................120

Adding a wireless network ..........................................................................121

Setting a GPRS connection .............................................................. 122

Connecting GPRS ....................................................................................... 123

Disconnecting GPRS ..................................................................................124

Using the GPRS Tool .................................................................................. 124

Setting the network ........................................................................... 125

Conguring the network .............................................................................. 125

Setting your preferred networks .................................................................. 125

GSM/3G Networks .............................................................................. 126

Chapter 9: GPS features

GPS Catcher ....................................................................................... 128

Updating GPS data ..................................................................................... 128

Setting GPS Catcher ................................................................................... 128

External GPS ...................................................................................... 129

Chapter 10: Multimedia features

Using the camera ............................................................................... 131

Launching the camera................................................................................. 131

Camera mode .............................................................................................132

Taking photos .............................................................................................. 134

Video mode ................................................................................................. 135

Recording videos ........................................................................................136

Viewing pictures and videos ............................................................ 137

Viewing pictures and videos ........................................................................ 137

Editing pictures and photos ......................................................................... 137

Streaming Player ............................................................................... 139

Playing a streaming le ............................................................................... 140

Connecting with bookmarks ........................................................................ 140

EziMusic ............................................................................................. 142

EziPhoto ............................................................................................. 143

YouTube&Flickr .................................................................................. 144

Using YouTube ............................................................................................ 144

Using Flickr .................................................................................................145

Chapter 11: Business features

Ur Time ............................................................................................... 148

Setting time ................................................................................................. 148

Setting alarm ............................................................................................... 148

Setting the World Cock ...............................................................................149

Remote Calendar ............................................................................... 149

Synchronizing your calendar ....................................................................... 150

Setting Remote Calendar ............................................................................ 151

Meeting Time Planner ........................................................................ 152

Chapter 12: ASUS Special features

Gester ................................................................................................. 154

Enabling Gester ..........................................................................................154

Using Gester gestures ................................................................................155

ASUS Zip ............................................................................................ 156

Backup ................................................................................................ 157

Backing up les ........................................................................................... 157

Restoring les .............................................................................................158

Newstation .......................................................................................... 159

Using Newstation ....................................................................................... 159

Using Newstation menus ............................................................................161

Chapter 13: Other features

Microsoft® Ofce Mobile ................................................................... 163

Excel® Mobile .............................................................................................. 164

OneNote® Mobile ......................................................................................... 165

Word® Mobile .............................................................................................. 167

PowerPoint® Mobile ..................................................................................... 169

ClearVue PDF ..................................................................................... 171

Auto Cleaner ..................................................................................... 172

Restoring default factory settings ................................................... 173

System information ........................................................................... 173

Task Manager ..................................................................................... 174

Removing programs .......................................................................... 175

Google Search ................................................................................... 175

Google Maps Mobile .......................................................................... 176

SMS Location Link ............................................................................. 178

Appendices

Notices ................................................................................................ 180

Replaceable batteries .................................................................................180

Operator access with a tool......................................................................... 180

Specic Absorption Rate (SAR) ....................................................... 181

Bodyworn operation .................................................................................... 181

Exposure to radio waves ............................................................................. 181

ASUS Contact information ................................................................ 184

Safety information

Phone care

Do not attempt to open the phone casing. There are no user serviceable parts inside and you might

damage sensitive electronic circuits and components. Unauthorized disassembly will void the warranty.

Do not leave your phone exposed to strong sunlight or excessive heat for a prolonged period. This may damage it.

Do not handle your phone with wet hands or expose it to moisture or liquids of any kind. Continuous changes from a cold to a warm environment may lead to condensation inside the phone, resulting in corrosion and possible damage.

If you pack your phone in your suitcase during travel, beware of damage. Cramming a suitcase may crack the LCD display. Remember to switch off your wireless connections during air travel.

As with all other radio devices, touching the built-in antenna area during telephone conversation may

impair the quality and lead to shorter standby time due to increased power consumption.

The battery

Your phone is equipped with a high performance Li-Ion battery. Observe the maintenance guidelines for a

longer battery life.

• Avoid charging in extremely high or low temperature. The battery has its optimum performance in an ambient temperature of +5 °C to +50 °C.

• Do not store the battery near a re or heat source.

• Use only the battery approved by the manufacturer.

• Never replace the battery with a non-approved battery.

• Never soak the battery in water or any other liquid.

• Never try to open the battery as it contains substances that might be harmful if swallowed or allowed to come into contact with unprotected skin.

• Never short-circuit the battery, as it may overheat and cause a re. Keep it away from jewellery and

other metal objects.

• Never dispose of the battery in re. It could explode and release harmful substances into the

environment.

• Never dispose of the battery with your regular household waste. Take it to a hazardous material

collection point.

• Do not touch the battery terminals.

The charger

• Avoid using the phone while charging.

• Use only the charger supplied with your phone.

• Never pull the charger cord to release it from the mains – pull the charger itself.

WARNING! There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

Memory card

• Do not remove or insert a memory card or turn off the handset while data on the card is being read.

• Do not touch the metal terminals with your hands or metal objects.

• Do not bend the memory card or subject it to violent impacts. Keep it away from water and high

temperatures.

• Keep all memory cards out of the reach of small children.

• Do not short circuit the contact points or expose it to liquids or moisture. When not in use, keep it in

an antistatic container.

• Do not use force when inserting or handling the card, and do not expose it to excessive heat or strong

magnetic elds.

Cleaning and storing

• Your phone should always be handled with care and protected from dirt, dust and dampness. To

avoid scratches, never place your phone face down.

• If cleaning is necessary, switch the phone off and wipe carefully with a soft, slightly damp (not

wet) cloth. Use a cotton swab to clean the camera lens. Allow the phone to dry completely before switching it on. Never use solvents for cleaning.

• If you are not going to use your phone for some time, fully charge the battery and store the phone in

a dry place away from direct sunlight. Your phone should be switched off during storage. Recharge every 6 to 12 months.

• Never expose your phone to heat or strong sunlight.

• Never expose your phone to moisture or liquids of any kind.

• Do not paint your phone or otherwise block the keypad, microphone or earpiece function.

• Do not place stickers that may block the keypad or disturb other functions such as microphone, earpiece, or camera lens.

WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions may lead to serious personal injury and possible property damage.

Driving safely

Never use handheld phones while driving. It is an offence, that while driving, to hold a phone or cradle it in your neck at any point, during the setup, making or taking of a phone call, text message or any other data related mobile communication. Use of fully installed car kits are still permitted, as are the use of alternate handsfree accessories.

In the interest of safety, we would recommend the use of a cradle while using any form of handsfree accessory.

While driving, we recommend that you use voicemail wherever possible, and that you listen to your messages when you are not in the car. If you must make a handsfree call when driving, keep it brief.

Do not place objects, including both installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the airbag

or in the airbag deployment area. An airbag inates with great force. If the airbag inates, serious injury

could result.

Electronic devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy.

However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your device.

Pacemakers

The Health Industry Manufacturers’ Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6”) inches

be maintained between a phone 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.

If you have a pacemaker:

• Always keep your phone more than six inches (15cm) from your pacemaker when turned on.

• Do not carry your phone in your breast pocket.

• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference

• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your phone off immediately.

Hearing aids

Some digital phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, call ASUS Customer Service to discuss alternatives.

Other medical devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

Turn your phone off in healthcare facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.

Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment added to your vehicle.

Posted facilities

Turn your phone off where posted notices so require.

Magnetic media

Magnetic elds generated by mobile devices may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as

credit cards, computer discs or tapes. Do not place your phone next to such media.

You should never expose your phone to strong magnetic elds as this may cause temporary malfunction.

Other Safety Guidelines

Aircraft

Regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air. Switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft or turn off the wireless connections.

Blasting areas

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a ‘blasting area’ or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.

Potentially explosive environments

Turn your phone off when in any area with a potentially explosive environment and obey all signs and instructions.

Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or re resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Areas with a potentially explosive environment are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fuelling areas such as gas stations, below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities,

vehicles using liquied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air contains

chemicals or articles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders, and any other area where you would

normally be advised to turn off your vehicle’s engine.

Choking

Keep your phone away from children as the SIM card and other small parts present a choking hazard.

Cautions

Your device is a high quality piece of equipment. Before operating, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC Adapter (2) Battery and (3) Product Using Battery.

• Do not use this device in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists. The device has its optimum performance in an ambient temperature of 0~40°C.

• Do not abuse the device. Avoid striking, shaking or giving it a shock. When not using the unit, lay it down to avoid possible damage due to instability.

• Do not expose this device to rain or other liquid.

• Do not use unauthorized accessories.

• Do not disassemble the phone or its accessories. If service or repair is required, return the unit to an

authorized service center. If the unit is disassembled, a risk of electric shock or re may result.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metal items.

Mobile phone etiquette

As mobile phone usage rises, there is now a need to create a set of manners in using a mobile phone in professional and social settings. This section provides you with basic tips with regards to respecting others while using your mobile phone.

Mobile manners

• Avoid talking on your mobile phone when in enclosed public places such as theaters, libraries, museums, places of worship, elevators, or auditoriums.

• Avoid using your mobile phone while doing other tasks such as driving, shopping, banking, waiting in line, or conducting other personal business.

• Avoid using annoying ringtones.

• Avoid taking a call on your mobile phone during business meetings, appointments, or interviews.

• Look for a private place to take a call, and keep your phone conversations brief.

• Talk on your mobile phone quietly, and do not shout.

• Put your mobile phone on silent or vibrator mode to avoid disturbing others.

• Ask permission before taking a picture or a video clip of another person.

• Avoid using capital letters when sending SMS messages as this can be interpreted as shouting.

• When making a call, introduce yourself to the person at the other end of the line, and do not hang up without saying goodbye.

Specications

Processor Marvell Tavor (624MHz) Operating System Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 6.1 Professional Memory 256 MB NAND Flash ROM

Display 2.8-inch TFT Touchscreen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD),

Frequency band HSDPA 3.6Mbps, UMTS 2100Mhz, EDGE/GPRS/GSM

GPS SiRF Star III chipset

GPRS Class B, Multi-slot Class 10

Camera 2.0 megapixel xed focus camera Connectivity Bluetooth : V2.0 EDR

Battery capacity 1100 mAh Lithium Ion

Expansion slot MicroSD card slot

Audio Mini-USB audio port

Weight 105g (with battery) Dimension 10.2 x 6.05 x 1.45 cm Talk time* 3G: 3 hrs; 2G: 5 hrs Standby time* 3G: 300 hrs; 2G: 250 hrs

* Depending on network environment and phone usage.

128 MB DDR

QVGA 320 x 240 pixels with 65k colors

(900/1800/1900Mhz): Class 10

USB : USB 1.1 (FS) WLAN : 802.11b/g

(Model: SBP-18)

Supports Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) storage card

Built-in microphone and output speaker

NOTE: Specications are subject to change without notice.

Package contents

Check your product package for the following items:

Standard items

• ASUS P552w PDA phone

• Battery

• AC Adapter

• Mini-USB cable

• Wired headset

• Stylus

• Protection case

• Bonus CD (with User Manual electronic le)

* Optional

NOTE: If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• Getting Started CD

• Quick Start Guide

• Warranty Card

• microSD Card*

• Car charger*

• Car Kit (PDA holder and windshield suction

pedestal)*

Chapter 1

Getting started

• Getting to know your device

• Getting your device ready

• Starting up

• The Home screen

• Using MultiHome

• AnyTime Launcher

• Searching for information

• Getting Help

Getting to know your device

Layout

Front features Back features

No.

Item Description

Earpiece receiver Allows you to listen to an active call.

LCD touch screen This 2.8-inch, 65,536-color, 240 x 320-resolution, touchscreen

TFT LCD allows you to write, draw, or make selections using the stylus.

End key Press to end a call.

OK key Press to conrm a command or press to close/exit an

Navigation key This ve-direction navigation key allows you to navigate

AnyTime Launcher key Press to launch the AnyTime Launcher application.

Call key Press to receive an incoming call or to make a call.

Notication LED This multi-color LED noties the following:

application.

through menus. Press down to conrm a command.

• Green - Phone fully charged.

• Flashing green - Network detected.

• Red - Phone is charging.

• Flashing red - Event notication.

• Flashing blue - Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi®, or GPS is ON.

Camera lens This 2.0 megapixel camera comes with xed lens for taking

Battery compartment Contains the battery that supplies power to the device.

Output speaker Allows you to listen to audio media and phone calls.

pictures and video clips.

Left features Right features

Top features

Bottom features

19 20

No.

Item Description

GPS antenna port Allows you to install an external GPS antenna for better signal

Volume key Allows you to adjust the volume.

Stylus Use the stylus to write, draw, or select items on the LCD touch

Hold button Slide downward to disable all keys including the LCD touch

Camera key Press to launch the camera. In camera mode, half-press to

reception.

screen.

focus the object, and full-press to take a picture. In video

mode, press to start recording and press again to stop.

Power button Press and hold to power on/off the device.

Press to set suspend mode or to wake device from sleep mode.

Built-in microphone Allows you to make or receive calls, or record sounds.

Mini-USB connector Use this connector to synchronize your data, charge the

Carrying strap hole Allows you to attach a strap to the device.

Reset key hole Insert your stylus into this hole to reset your device.

battery, or insert the headset.

Getting your device ready

Installing the SIM card and battery

Before you can make a phone call using your device, you need to install a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. The SIM card contains your phone number, subscriber details, phonebook, and additional phone memory.

Your device comes with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery.

New batteries come partially discharged and should be fully charged for about four hours before using them.

CAUTION: Use only an ASUS qualied battery (SBP-18).

To install a SIM card and battery:

1. Press down and push upward to remove the battery compartment cover.

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