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    Advanced settings
    Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode
    You can enter 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 yo ur airline to make sure 
    this is permitted onboard.
    Switch your smartphone off during takeoff and 
    land
     ing as it may interfer e with aircraft electronic 
    systems.
    Turning Airplane mode on or off
    1.  Open the  Notification area.
    2.  Tap 
     then tap  Airplane mode .
    -OR-
    1. Press and hold the power button until you get the  phon
     e options menu.
    2. Tap  Ai
    rplane mode  to switch it ON or OFF.
    Note: When Airplane mode is active, the   icon will be displayed in the 
    Notification area.
    Restarting your phone
    You can restart (reboot) your phone if you find apps are not responding.
    1. Press and hold the power button until you get the phone options menu.
    2. Tap  Rest
     art.
    Adjusting settings
    This section will show you how to adjust  detailed settings for your phone, data, Wi-Fi 
    and Bluetooth connections.
    Activating or deactivating connections
    Open the Application menu and tap  Settings to manage your connection settings.
    ItemDescription
    SIM management Set a default SIM for particul ar functions (such as voice calling or 
    messaging), turn the data connection on or off, set roaming 
    preferences and associat e contacts with a SIM. 
    						
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    Important: If your phone is in Airplane mode, the option to turn Bluetooth on will 
    be disabled. Please refer to Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode on 
    page 41 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 Application 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.
    Internet sharing
    Tethering via USB
    If you wish to share your mobile Internet connection with a computer, you can 
    connect your phone 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. Push the Menu button and then tap Settings > More.. > USB tethering.
    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.
    Wi-Fi Turn the Wi-Fi function on or off.
    Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth function on or off.
    Data usage View an estimate of the mobile data used on each SIM.
    More... Access additional connection settings:
    Airplane mode: Disable all wireless connections so you can 
    safely use this device onboard an aircraft.
    VPN: Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks.
    Tethering & portable hotspot: Share your phone’s mobile data 
    connection via USB or as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
    Mobile networks: Set your options for connecting to mobile 
    networks.
    ItemDescription 
    						
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    1. Push the Menu button and then tap Settings > More... > Tethering & portable 
    hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.
    2. Set the Network SSID and adjust security between None and WPA2 PSK. Tap 
    Save to finish.
    Note: When your smartphone is serving as a Wi-Fi hotspot, you can’t use your 
    phone’s applications to access the Internet via its Wi-Fi connection.
    Phone network settings
    In the Application 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.
    Selecting a network
    Your phone 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.
    Tip: 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 Application menu and tap Settings > More... > Mobile networks > 
    Network operators.
    2. Your phone will search for available networks.
    3. Select your preferred network from the list generated. You phone 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 phone jumping between networks when you move 
    around.
    Note: 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 application and 
    then set limits if needed.
    To access the Data usage settings, from the Application menu tap Settings > Data 
    usage.
    Note: To set a data limit, Wi-Fi or Mobile data must be enabled. 
    						
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    Phone settings
    Many phone 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.
    Open the dialer and tap the menu button, then tap Settings.
    Sound
    To adjust your phone’s sound settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > 
    Sound.
    Display
    To adjust your phone’s display settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > 
    Display.
    ItemDescription
    Vibrate Vibrates the device for incoming calls.
    Volumes Adjust the Ringtone, Notifications, Alarm volumes.
    Phone ringtone Sets your default voice calls ringtone.
    Default notification Set your phone’s default notification sound.
    Dial pad touch tones Play tones when using dial pad.
    Touch sounds Play sounds when touching certain UI elements.
    Screen lock sound Play sound when locking and unlocking the screen.
    Vibrate on touch Vibrate when pressing soft keys and on certain UI 
    interactions.
    ItemDescription
    Brightness Adjust screen brightness.
    Wallpaper Change the Home screen’s wallpaper.
    Theme Change menu color.
    Auto-rotate screen Enable rotation of the screen when device is tilted.
    Sleep Adjust the delay before the screen automatically turns off.
    Font size Change the default font size for the UI. 
    						
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    Connecting to a PC
    If you wish to transfer information between the microSD 
    Card in your phone and your computer, you can connect 
    yo
    
    ur phone to a PC using the supplied USB cable. Plug the 
    USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your 
    smartphone. Plug the USB client connector into an available 
    USB port on your computer.
    Open the Notification  area
     , and tap Connected as media 
    device  to configure the USB options.
    You will now be able to see the microSD Card in your phone 
    as 
     a drive in your computer’s file explorer.  
     
     
    Note : After turning on USB storage, you will not be able to access the files in the 
    microSD card or applications such as Gallery or Music.
    Synchronization
    You can sync your calendar, email and contacts on your 
    phone and never worry about losing them again. Sync in 
    re
    
    al time or adjust it as you please. In the Application menu, 
    tap  Settings.  Under ACCOUNTS, tap the appropriate 
    account  and again under ACCOUNTS tap that account’s 
    email address to access t he synchronization settings.
    To add a new account, tap  Ad
     d account. Select the type of 
    account (AcerCloud, Corporat e, Email, Facebook, or 
    Google) and then follow the on screen instructions.
    Google Sync
    In Google, you can set synch ronization for Browser, 
    Calendar, Contacts, Gmail, and Google Photos. 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  Me
     nu 
    button and then tap  Sync now.
    Note: You need a Google account to sync your calendar and appointments. 
    						
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    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 it function
    s as an antenna.
    You can access the radio by tapping  FM
      Radio from the 
    Application menu. 
    Tap the back icon to turn the radio off.
    Multimedia playback
    Your smartphone comes supplied with a variety of programs 
    that you can use to enjoy multimedia content.
    Adjusting the volume
    Adjust the volume of your phone using the volume button on 
    the side of the phone. Alternatively, you can set the 
    Ringtone, Notifications, and Alarms volume by opening the Application  menu and 
    tapping  Settings  > Sound  > Volumes .
    Setting the date and time
    To set the date and time, open the Application menu and tap  Settings > Date & 
    time .
    Tip: If you travel frequently or live in an area that uses daylight saving time, 
    activate  Automatic  date & 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 phone by default. Tap Clock in the 
    Application menu, and then tap Set alarm  to edit alarm settings. You may:
    • Turn the alarm on or off.
    • Set the alarm time.
    • 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 Application menu 
    and going to Settings > Language & input . 
    						
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    Closing an application
    To close an active application, in the Application 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 application
    You can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage 
    memory. 
    1. In the Application menu tap Settings > Apps.
    2. Swipe over to the Downloaded tab.
    3. Find the application in the list and tap on it.
    4. Tap the Uninstall button and then tap OK
    Warning! You should only remove programs if you are familiar with the 
    Android operating system.
    Restoring to factory settings
    You may perform a clean boot to restore your smartphone to the factory settings.
    Note: Before performing a clean boot, ensure that your smartphone is not 
    locked. Press any key or tap the screen to see if the phone responds.
    Warning! You should only perform a clean boot when all other options 
    have failed to restore your smartphone to an operational state.
    Warning! This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored 
    on your phone and any programs you installed.
    If your phone is responding to screen input, then open Settings from the Application 
    menu. Tap Backup & reset > Factory data reset > Reset phone and then Erase 
    everything to format your phone. 
    						
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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 Acer 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 phone.
    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 phone, obtain 
    the access point name and settings (including username and password if required) 
    from your wireless service provider.
    1. Open the Application 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.
    4. When you have finished tap the Menu button and then tap Save.
    Important: 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 Installing a SIM or microSD Card on page 8 for instructions on 
    installing a microSD Card. 
    						
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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.
    AspectQuestionAnswer
    Audio Why is there no 
    sound coming from 
    the device?If the headset is plugged into the device, 
    the speaker is automatically shut off. 
    Disconnect the headset.
    Check that the device volume setting is 
    not muted.
    Check that the volume control is not at its 
    lowest setting.
    Multimedia files Why can’t I view my 
    video files?You may be trying to view a video that is 
    not supported. Refer to Multimedia on 
    page 54.
    Why can’t I play my 
    music files?You may be trying to play a file that is not 
    supported. Refer to Multimedia on 
    page 54.
    System 
    information and 
    performanceHow 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.
    Power I can’t turn on the 
    device.The battery power may be depleted. 
    Recharge the device. Refer to Charging 
    the battery on page 7 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.
    Internal storage My device’s available 
    internal storage is full 
    or almost full.Uninstall applications to increase 
    available storage. See Uninstalling an 
    application on page 47. 
    						
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    Other sources of help 
    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.
    Unlock pattern I forgot my unlock 
    pattern.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 password.
    Note: 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 47.
    Heat The phone heats up 
    when charging or 
    making long duration 
    calls.It is normal for the phone to heat up when 
    charging. When charging is complete, it 
    will return to its normal temperature.
    It is also normal for the phone to heat up 
    during long periods of use, such as 
    watching a video or a long phone 
    conversation.
    For information on:Refer to:
    Up-to-date information regarding your 
    smartphonewww.acer.com
    mobile.acer.com
    Service enquirieswww.acer.com/support
    AspectQuestionAnswer 
    						
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