Acer Liquid Mini E310 User Guide
© 2010 All Rights Reserved Acer Liquid Mini E310 User Guide First issue: 12/2010 Acer Liquid Mini E310 Smartphone Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________
Table of Contents End User License Agreement Features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Setting Up Unpacking your smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting to know your smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Camera Camera icons and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Taking a photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Shooting a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Viewing photos and videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Getting to know your smartphone Features and functions Your new smartphone offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment features. You can: • Access your email while on the move. • Connect to the Internet at high speed, via HSDPA (7.2 Mbps), HSUPA (2 Mbps) or Wi-Fi. • Keep in touch with your friends via your Contacts and social networking applications. Product registration When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it.
Setting Up 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: • • • • • • Acer Liquid Mini E310 Smartphone Battery Quick Guide USB cable AC adapter Headset Getting to know your smartphone Views 1 2 3 4 15 10 5 11 14 6 7 8 9 12 13 No.
No. Item Description 7 Search button Open the Google search function. 8 Back button Go back one menu step; close the keyboard. 9 Menu button Open the option menu; press and hold to display the keyboard. 10 Volume up/down buttons Increase or decrease the phone volume. 11 Camera button Activate the camera or take a picture. 12 Micro USB connector Connect to a USB cable/charger. 13 Microphone Internal microphone.
Installing or removing the battery Your smartphone uses a replaceable battery to provide power. It is packed separately from your smartphone and needs to be inserted and charged before you can use the smartphone. Installing the battery Insert your fingernail into the cutout between the battery cover and the phone. Unclip the cover and lift off the battery cover. 1 2 Place the battery into the battery compartment, lining up the battery connectors with those at the bottom of the compartment.
Installing a SIM or microSD Card To take full advantage of your smartphone’s telephony capabilities, you must install a SIM card. The SIM card holder is located at the bottom of the battery bay. Additionally, you may wish to increase your smartphone’s storage by inserting a microSD Card into the slot provided. This is next to the SIM card slot. 1. Turn off the phone by pressing and holding the power button. 2. Open the cover and remove the battery as described in “Removing the battery“ on page 10. 3.
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. To start, tap to select your language, then tap the green android on the next screen. Follow the rest of the instructions as they are displayed.
Waking your smartphone If the screen is off and the smartphone does not react to any taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode. To wake your smartphone, press the power button. Your smartphone will display the lock screen. Tap and drag starting from the bottom left corner to peel the screen and unlock the smartphone. For additional security, you may set a screen lock pattern, a set of dots that must be tapped in the correct order to access the phone.
Predictive text Both XT9 Text Input and Android keyboard provide a keyboard with predictive text. As you tap the letters of the word, a selection of words are displayed above the keyboard that would 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. XT9 Text Input The XT9 Text Input keyboard has various features that assist you to enter correct text.
Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the Alt key to see even more. Tap and hold a key to select alternative characters, such as letters with accents. Additional keys vary depending on the type of text you enter. E.g. a key to add a smiley is available when typing a message. Like other keys, tap and hold for additional options.
At the bottom of the screen is the application dock which shows favorite or recommended applications. Tap an icon to open the application. Tap the menu button or drag the application dock towards the top of the screen to see the application menu. Application history The application history shows recently opened applications. If the history thumbnails are not displayed, drag the tab on the left of the screen towards the right.
This area contains a variety of icons to inform you of your phone’s status. The left side of the Notification area displays the time and event icons. The icons on the right side indicate connectivity and battery status. Tap the Notification area to view more information about new events and connectivity. While viewing notifications, tap a category to see more information or buttons to settings, if available.
Personalizing the screen You may personalize your screen by adding or removing icons, shortcuts or widgets, or changing the wallpaper. Changing application dock icons You can set icons for installed applications in the application dock. Open the application menu and find application you want to add. Tap and hold the icon, then drag it to a position in the dock, it will be added in place of the existing application.
Adding or removing widgets To add widgets, press and hold the home button to open the widget overlay. Tap the + button in the bottom left corner to open a list of available widgets. Scroll down the list to see all options. To reposition a widget, tap and hold the widget for a second. You may then drag the widget to any point on the grid. A red background indicates that the widget may not be placed in the chosen position, usually because widgets may not overlap.
Changing the wallpaper On the home screen, simply tap and hold the current wallpaper. A screen showing alternative wallpapers and sounds will be displayed. Select a wallpaper from the first row, or open your own pictures from the second row. Tap the image you wish to use as your smartphone’s wallpaper. If you choose an image that is not the correct size, you will be asked to crop the image to the correct size. Tap and drag the box until you have selected the part of the image you want.
Managing contacts Managing your contacts Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal memory, SIM card or Google. Tap Contacts from the application dock or the Contacts tab from the Phone to view your contacts. If you don’t have any contacts stored on your phone, you can sync your Google account contacts, add a new contact or import any SIM contacts. Press the Menu button to open the menu options. Icon Description Add a new contact. Search for a contact.
Tip: Set the phone number to match the type of network as this can determine some functions. I.e. certain applications only recognise ‘Mobile’ numbers as they require a mobile network. Tip: You may also create a contact from an already dialed or received number, see “Saving a dialed number to contacts“ on page 25. Creating a group In Contacts, tap Menu > More > Manage Groups > Add Group and enter in a group name.
Warning: Backup your contacts before making any changes. You may do this from the Contacts tab: Tap Menu and select Import/Export. You may then Export your contact list to the SD card in your smartphone.
Making Calls 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 icon on the right-hand side of the Notification area. 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.
‘a’, ‘b’ or ‘c’; 3 or ‘d’, ‘e’ or ‘f’; etc.). If the letter combinations match a contact name, it will be displayed. If the contact you need is displayed, simply tap the contact name to make a call. Dialing a number from Call Log Your call history can be viewed by tapping the Call Log tab. It displays recent received, dialed, and missed calls. Tap a number to redial. To view details of the call, tap .
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, slide the appropriate bar. Ending a call To end a call, press End from the voice call screen. Voice call options Using the speakerphone The speakerphone function allows you to make calls without having to hold your smartphone. This handsfree function is especially useful for multitasking. To activate the speakerphone, tap Speaker.
Viewing missed calls Missed calls will be displayed by the call indicator in the Notification area with the icon . You can also view missed calls from the Notification area. 1. Open the notification list by tapping the Notification area to display the details of the missed calls. 2. Select the call from the list to enter the Call log. You can save phone numbers to your Contacts from the Call log. Please refer to “Adding a contact“ on page 21 for further details.
Messaging This chapter shows you how to set up and use the SMS and MMS 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 tap Messaging on the Home screen. Creating a new message You can use your phone to compose SMS or MMS messages. Tap New message to compose a new message. Enter the recipient’s phone number or name in the To field.
Replying to a message When a new text message arrives a message icon appears in the Notification area and the message icon on the top of the phone lights up. Tap Messaging on the Home screen to view the message list or expand 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 to compose. Press the Menu button to see available options.
Receiving MMS messages When a new MMS message arrives, a message icon appears on the notification bar and a notification message is displayed. 1. Open Messaging to view a summary of the message. 2. Tap Download to download the message content. Note: Downloads can take a long time, depending on your connection quality. If you reply or open another application, the download will be stopped. Important: You may be charged to download message content, especially if you are roaming.
Going online 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 Tap Browser on the Home screen to start browsing. To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the page. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the browser then press and hold the back button. You may open multiple pages.
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. Open Voice Search from the application menu, or press and hold the Search button. Press and hold the Search button again to display the “Speak now” prompt, and state your command. Setting up your Google email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection.
Setting up Email Your smartphone enables you to access your email. Most popular ISPs can be set up in two steps. Pull up the applications menu and then tap Email to start setting up your email access. If necessary, enter your email address and tap Manual setup to enter the parameters manually. Tap Next to finish the setup process. The combined inbox feature of your smartphone allows you to view emails from multiple accounts in a single inbox.
Slide the disc, located on the right, up and down to cycle through the notification updates. Tap on a notification to view more details and make a comment. Tap the left and right arrows, located on the top, to cycle between the categories: My Page, Photos, Link and any added pages. Tap the Menu button to access account settings, refresh the page, auto play, and add or remove custom pages.
Android market Note: The Android Market may not be available in all countries and regions. Note: You need to have a Google account set up and active on your phone before you can use the Android Market. Tap Market from the applications menu to open the Android Market. Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and applications to enhance the functionality of your smartphone. The first time you access the Android Market, you will need to read and accept the Terms of Service.
• An avatar that represents the "virtual" you; and • A single connection for all your Web favorites. To start urFooz, open the application menu and tap urFooz. Additional tools on the urFooz Internet site let you edit and manage your Fooz avatar(s), create new avatars and share them on Facebook, MySpace, blogs and more. Go to www.urfooz.com. Note: urFooz, Fooz Avatars, Fooz Creator, Fooz Card, and Fooz World are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fuhu, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Using the Camera Your smartphone features a 5-megapixel digital camera mounted on the rear. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone. Note: You need to have a microSD Card inserted into the microSD slot before using the camera. To activate the camera, press and hold the camera button until the phone vibrates, or open the applications tab and tap Camera.
Icon Description Set brightness, contrast, saturation, and sharpness. Set white balance. Set timer. Access camera settings menu. Taking a photo 1. 2. 3. 4. Ensure you have adjusted the parameters described above. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone. Zoom in or out as needed. Press the camera button down to take the photo. Shooting a video Turn on camcorder mode by tapping the mode switch to camcorder mode. 1. Ensure you have adjusted the parameters described above. 2.
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 icon in the upper right corner. Alternatively, open the applications tab and tap Gallery. From Gallery you can share the file directly using various services. Note: Share options vary depending on the file type.
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 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 Note: When Airplane mode is active, the area.
Adjusting connection settings This section will show you how to adjust detailed settings for your phone, data, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections. Item Description Airplane mode Disable all wireless connections so you can safely use this device onboard an aircraft. Wi-Fi Turn the Wi-Fi function on or off. Wi-Fi settings Set up and manage your wireless access points. Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth function on or off.
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.
Connecting to a PC If you wish to transfer information between the microSD Card in your phone and your computer, you can connect your 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. Tap the USB icon in the notification bar and next to “Use as a USB Drive”, tap On. You will now be able to see the microSD Card in your phone as a drive in your computer’s file explorer.
Synchronization You can sync your calendar, email and contacts on your phone and never worry about losing them again. Sync in real time or adjust it as you please. Tap Menu > Settings > Accounts & sync to access the synchronization settings. To have your smartphone auto-sync, make sure Background data and Auto-sync are checked. To manage synchronization of individual accounts, tap an account to see their settings. Google Sync In Google, you can set synchronization for contacts, email and calendar.
Spinlets Spinlets gives you access to your favorite music, movie and television content. Get your favorite music, photos and videos from your mobile phone and share your favorite Spinlets on social networks, websites and more. Note: Some contents may not be available in some countries. Launching Spinlets To launch the Spinlets application, tap Spinlets in the applications menu. Browsing Spinlets gallery You can sort or search your media content by albums or genres.
Exploring Spinlets widgets When you select an album, you will see a Spinlet. To play the featured song, select the red Play button. To play selected songs, select the Music tab and choose which songs you would like to play. To view artist photos, select the Photos tab. To visit the artist's social networks and websites, select the icons located along the bottom of the screen. Sharing your Spinlets You can share your favorite Spinlets in two ways.
Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume of your phone using the volume buttons on the side of the phone. Alternatively, you can set the Ringer volume and Media volume by opening the applications menu and going to Settings > Sound. 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 from this menu.
Closing an application To close an active application, go to settings > Applications > Manage applications. Tap the running tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select Force stop to close the program. Uninstalling an application You can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage memory. Tap and hold a program icon from the applications menu and drag it into the trash can on the bottom left hand corner.
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 comes packaged with a headset 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.
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 Answer 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.
Aspect Question Answer 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 can clean boot the smartphone and erase all data. See “Reset to factory defaults (clean boot)“ on page 48. Heat The phone heats up when charging or making long duration calls.
• 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. CAUTION when listening to music 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.
Replacing the battery pack Your smartphone uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children. Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries. Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts.
Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) 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.
Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org.
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 phone or other small electronic device. 3.
Specifications Performance • Qualcomm MSM7227-1, 600 MHz • System memory: • 512 MB of SDRAM • 512 MB of Flash ROM • Google Android operating system Display • 3.2” TFT-LCD capacitive touchscreen • 320 x 480 resolution • 262K colors support Multimedia • • • • CD-quality stereo output Mono speaker 0.5 W (max) Omni-directional microphone Formats supported Type Formats Audio playback MP3, AMR, WMA Ringtone MP3, MIDI, iMelody, WAVE, WMA Video recording 3GP, MPEG-4, H.
Expansion • microSD memory card (up to 32 GB) Battery • High density, rechargeable 1300 mAh Lithium-ion battery (replaceable) Note: Length of battery operation will depend on power consumption which is based on system resource use. For example, constantly using the backlight or using powerdemanding applications will shorten battery life between charges. Dimensions • Stylish, light and robust design Height 110.4 mm Width 57.5 mm Thickness 13.
Regulatory information Compliant with Russian regulatory certification RoHS compliance This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments. LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots.
• 10 mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz) • 100 mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz Note: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100 mW in the 2446.5 - 2483.5 MHz band.
FCC regulations This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Important: Body-worn measurements differ among phone models, depending upon available enhancements and FCC requirements. While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirements. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
similar to those of phones. Ask your hearing health-care professional for the rating of your hearing aid. Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find results for your hearing device. The more immune your hearing aid is, the less likely you are to experience interference noise from wireless devices.
For Canadian users Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This Category II radiocommunication device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310.
Lithium-ion battery warning ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
0682 Acer Incorporated Date: December 21, 2010 Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated, Of 8 F., No. 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei hsien, 221, Taiwan Declare under sole responsibility that the product: Model: E310 Description: Smart Handheld To which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents: • • • • • • • • • • EN 301 511 V9.0.2 EN 300 328 V1.7.1 EN 301 908-1 /-2 V3.2.1 EN 300 440-1 V1.5.1 / EN 300 440-2 V1.3.
• R&TTE Article 3.2 Spectrum Usage with the involvement of the following Notified Body: CETECOM, Untertuerkheimer Str. 6 - 10 66117 Saarbruecken Identification mark: 0682 (Notified Body) CE The technical documentation relevant to the above equipment will be held at: Acer Incorporated 8 F., No. 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei hsien, 221, Taiwan Authorized person: Jerry Lee / Project Manager, Acer Inc.
