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10.1  Guidelines and Preparation for Using GPS
If you installed a GPS navigation software on your device, follow these guidelines before and when using your device for GPS navigation.
• When using GPS navigation software in the car, always plot your GPS route before starting to drive. Do not try to configure the GPS navigation software while driving.
• The plotted GPS route is only for driving reference. It should not interfere with actual driving behavior.
• Do not leave your device in a vehicle or expose the device to direct sunlight to avoid overheating the battery, which could pose damage to the device or risk to the vehicle.
•	When using the device inside a vehicle, use the car holder to mount the device securely in place. Avoid placing the device in the areas shown in the following diagram:
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1 Do not place where it will block the driver’s vision.
2 Do not place where air bags could deploy.
3 Do not place anywhere in the vehicle without securing the device in the holder.
•	Use the GPS system cautiously. Users shall be liable for any damages resulting from negligent operation of the system.
•  The GPS signal cannot pass through solid non-transparent objects. Signal reception may be affected by obstructions such as high-rise buildings, tunnels, bridges, forests, weather (rainy or cloudy days), etc. If the vehicle’s visor contains metal, it will be difficult for the GPS signal to pass through.
• Other nearby wireless communication products (such as mobile phones or radar-detecting devices) may interfere with the satellite signal, resulting in unstable signal reception.
• The Global Positioning System (GPS) is built and operated by the US Defense Department. The Department is responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of the system. Any changes that the Department makes may affect the accuracy and function of the GPS system. 
						

							
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10.2  Downloading Location Data via QuickGPS
Before using the device for GPS navigation, open QuickGPS to download ephemeris data (current satellite position and timing information). QuickGPS significantly speeds up the time for determining your GPS position. QuickGPS downloads ephemeris data from web servers, instead of from satellites, using your device’s Internet connection via Wi-Fi, ActiveSync or GPRS/G.
To open QuickGPSTap Start > Tools > QuickGPS.
To download GPS dataTap Download on the QuickGPS screen.
On the screen, initially, you will see the Valid time of the downloaded data. As time passes, the remaining days and hours of validity will be shown.
To speed up GPS positioning, download the latest ephemeris data when the validity of the data expires.
Changing the download optionsTo configure download options, tap Menu > Options and choose from available options:
• Remind me when data expires.  Display a message when ephemeris data expires. 
						

							
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• Auto download when data expires.  Automatically download ephemeris data when it expires.
• Auto download when connected to PC via ActiveSync. Automatically download ephemeris data when it is connected to your computer via ActiveSync. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download ephemeris data.
• Exit QuickGPS after downloading. Close QuickGPS after satellite data is downloaded.
10.3  Using AT&T Navigator
Use AT&T Navigator to get turn-by-turn driving directions to a destination you enter or a place of interest in the directory. 
To set up AT&T NavigatorTap Start > AT&T Navigator and follow the on-screen instructions. 
						

							
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Camera and Multimedia
11.1  Taking Photos and Videos
Use Camera to take photos and record video clips.
To open the Camera screenOn the Home screen, slide to the Photos and Videos tab and then tap the camera icon (  ). The screen orientation automatically switches to landscape mode when you open Camera.
To close the Camera
Tap the On-screen control button (  ), and then tap .
Changing the capture mode
Tap  , then tap the capture mode icon (  — the icon displayed is based on the current capture mode). On the menu, tap the capture mode you want to use.
IconCapture Mode
Captures standard still images.
Records video clips, with or without audio. 
						

							
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IconCapture Mode
Captures still images continuously in one direction, and then stitches them to create a panoramic view of a scenery.
Records video clips suitable for sending via MMS.
Captures a still image that you can assign as a contact picture.
Captures still images and places them within frames.
Captures a video clip and lets you share it immediately with a contact via Video Share.
Captures still images and uses GPS to tag them with your geographical location. When you tap this, the device searches for your GPS position. If this is not found, the device returns to Photo mode. (For information about ensuring GPS reception, see “Guidelines and Preparation for Using GPS” in Chapter 10.)
Using the focusUse the automatic focus or Touch Focus function to capture sharp and crisp photos and videos.
Auto-focusAuto-focus sets the focus on the object at the center of the screen and is available for all capture modes. By default, touching the Virtual Camera button (  ) activates auto-focus and a flashing white bracket (  ) appears in the center of the screen. When focus is set, the bracket changes to a steady green bracket (  ), and then the Camera takes the photo or starts to record the video. 
						

							
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Touch FocusTouch Focus allows you to focus on a particular area of the screen. Touch Focus is enabled by default and is only available for Photo or Contacts Picture mode.
Note To disable Touch Focus, see “Setting advanced options” in this chapter.
To use Touch Focus:
1. Set the Camera to Photo or Contacts Picture mode.
2. Touch the area on the screen that you want to focus. The Touch Focus indicator (  ) positions itself on the selected area.
Note If you tap outside the effective focus area, a white box appears to indicate the area where you can use Touch Focus.
3. Touch  to activate auto-focus on the selected area and take the photo. See “Auto-focus” in this chapter for more information.
Tip  To move the Touch Focus indicator back to the center of the screen, tap  .
Capturing photo or recording videoBy default, the Camera automatically takes the shot or starts capturing video after you have set the focus.
• In Photo, Contacts Picture, or GPS Photo mode, touch the Virtual Camera button to activate auto-focus; when focus is set, the Camera automatically takes the shot.
• In Video, MMS Video, or Video Share mode, touch the Virtual Camera button to activate auto-focus; when focus is set, the Camera automatically starts recording. Touch the Virtual camera button again to stop recording.
• In Picture Theme or Panorama mode, touch the Virtual Camera button to activate auto-focus; when focus is set, the Camera automatically takes the first shot. Do the same for each shot you need to take. 
						

							
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The Review screenAfter capturing a photo or recording video, the Review screen gives you the option to view/play, send, or delete the photo or video clip.
IconFunction
Return to the live Camera screen.
  /  View the captured image or play the captured video in Album. See “Viewing Photos and Videos Using Album” in this chapter.
Delete the captured image or video.
Send the captured image or video via MMS or email.
After capturing in Contacts Picture mode, tap to assign the photo to a contact.
On-screen controlsTap  to display the on-screen controls.
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1 Album. Open the Album program. See “Viewing Photos and Videos Using Album” for details.
2 Capture mode. See “Changing the capture mode” for details.
3 Touch Focus / Auto-focus indicator. See “Using the focus” for details. 
						

							
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4 Menu. Open the Menu Panel. See “Menu Panel” for details.
5 Virtual Camera button. Activates the auto-focus and functions as the shutter release button.
6 Template Selector icon. In Picture Theme mode, tap to select another frame.
7 Progress indicator. In Picture Theme and Panorama modes, this shows the number of consecutive shots.
Menu PanelThe Menu panel lets you quickly adjust common camera settings and provides access to more advanced camera settings. To open the Menu panel, tap  on the Camera screen, and then tap  . To adjust a setting, keep tapping a button, for instance, White Balance, to cycle through the available settings.
Note The available menu panel buttons depend on the selected capture mode.
IconFunction
Select the white balance setting according to the current lighting condition to capture colors more accurately.
Open the Brightness bar and adjust the brightness level. Tap outside the Brightness bar to apply the change.
Set the ISO level manually to 100, 200, 400, or 800, or set it back to AUTO. Higher ISO numbers are better for taking pictures in low light conditions.Note The camera automatically adjusts the ISO level up to 400 only.
Set the self-timer to 2 seconds, 10 seconds, or Off when in Photo or Contacts Picture mode.
Open the advanced camera settings. See “Setting advanced options” for details. 
						

							
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ZoomingBefore capturing a photo or a video clip, you can zoom in or out on your subject. To zoom in or out, slide your finger up or down on the Zoom bar while holding the device sideways. While you are sliding your finger on the Zoom bar, the level of zoom is shown on the zoom control bar on the screen.
Zoom control barZoom bar
The camera zoom range for a photo or a video clip depends on the capture mode and resolution. Refer to the table for more information.
Capture modeResolutionZoom range
Photo, GPS PhotoMNormal:  048 x 156Widescreen:  048 x 1161.0x to 1.6x
MNormal:  1600 x 100Widescreen: 1600 x 9601.0x to 1.6x
1MNormal: 180 x 960Widescreen: 180 x 7681.0x to 1.6x
LNormal: 640 x 480Widescreen: 640 x 841.0x to 1.6x
MNormal:  0 x 40Widescreen:  0 x 191.0x to .x