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Table of contents Table of contents - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 Setting up- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 Unpacking your smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Getting to know your smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Inserting the SIM cards and microSD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Camera- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 31 Camera icons and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Taking a photo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Shooting a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Viewing photos and videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 Z4 smartphone Battery Quick Guide USB cable AC adapter Headset Note: In-box content varies depending on country and region. Getting to know your smartphone Views 1 2 9 3 7 8 10 11 4 5 6 No.
No. Item Description 3 LED indicator Indicates when the phone is connected as a media device. 4 Touchscreen 4-inch, 800 x 480 pixel capacitive touchscreen to display data, phone content and enter information. 5 Phone speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for holding to your ear. 6 Micro USB connector Connects to a USB cable/charger. 7 Volume up/down buttons Increases or decreases the phone volume. 8 Microphone Internal microphone. 9 Flash LED flash for camera.
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 micro USB port between the battery cover and the phone. Unclip the cover with your fingernail and lift it off the phone. 1. Align the gold-colored connectors on the battery with the connectors at the top of the battery compartment.
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. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup. Sign in to or create a Google account If you have internet access, your smartphone allows you to synchronize information with a Google account.
Waking your smartphone If the screen is off and the smartphone does not react to any taps on the screen or front panel buttons, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode. Press the Power button to wake your smartphone. Unlock your smartphone by sliding your finger horizontally across the screen (it works both ways). The lock screen extends to either side of the screen, giving you room to add widgets for quick access. To view the extended lock screen, swipe in from the edge of the display.
Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options. Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform. Scroll: To scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the screen in the direction that you want to scroll.
The Home screen After booting, your smartphone will display the home screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to apps and other frequently used features of your smartphone.
The extended Home screen The Home screen extends to either side of the screen, giving you more room to add icons, widgets or features. To view the extended screen, slide your finger to the left or right. Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper. Tap and hold any open area on the Home screen. From here, you can customize the extended Home screen.
Adding or removing folders You can also add folders to your Home screen. To create a new folder drag and drop an application icon onto another application icon in the Home screen. This will create an Unnamed Folder. Tap the folder icon and then tap the name of the folder to rename it. To delete an application shortcut from a folder, tap on the folder icon to display the apps inside and then tap and hold the application icon that you want to remove.
Changing the wallpaper From the Application menu, tap Settings > Personalize to change the wallpaper for your lock screen and Home screen. Tap Wallpapers to change the lock screen and home wallpaper. You can choose from images stored in the Gallery, standard wallpapers, Live Wallpapers featuring animated or interactive backgrounds, or Video Wallpapers enabling you to use videos as your background. Changing Home screen settings From the Application menu, tap Settings > Personalize.
Status and notification area The Notification area is at the top of the screen. This area contains a variety of icons to inform you of your phone’s status. The left side of the Notification area displays event icons that indicate a new event (such as a new message). Drag the Notification area down the screen to view more information about new events. Tap to clear the notification area.
Bluetooth is connected No wireless signal Bluetooth is disconnected Airplane mode (Wireless connectivity disconnected. Please disable airplane mode before trying to make a call.) USB tethering is activated Battery icons Icon Description Icon Description Battery is very low Battery is partially drained Battery is low Battery is full Battery is charging Multitasking You can have multiple apps open at the same time. Tap the Recent button to see recently opened apps.
Float apps include: Float Browser, Float Buttons, Float Calculator, Float Camera, Float Dialer, Float Maps, Float Notes, Float Stopwatch and Float Text. Widgets can also be added to the Float menu by tapping on the Widgets tab. AcerRAPID The AcerRAPID button is located directly below the camera. Long press the AcerRAPID button to launch the camera app. While the camera app is open, push the AcerRAPID button to take a picture. Long press to take four continuous pictures.
Note: Only Short press function can be changed. Long press for Camera can be disabled, but can’t be changed.
Managing contacts Managing your contacts Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to your phone’s internal memory, either one of your SIM cards, or your Google account. From the Home screen tap Phone and tap to view your contacts. If you don’t have any contacts stored on your phone, you can import contacts from your Google account, SIM, or SD card. You can also add a new contact by tapping to add a contact, to search for a contact, or tap the Menu icon to open the menu.
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 Notification area. Note: Status and notification icon colors may vary. Icon Description Not connected to the network: You are unable to make a call. Connected to the network: You may make a call.
Dialing a number from Call log Your call history can be viewed by tapping the Call log tab at the top of the screen. It displays recent received, dialed, and missed calls. Tap the phone icon next to a contact to redial. To view details of the call, tap the number or contact’s name. While viewing the details of a call, tap the trash icon to remove that call from the call log or tap the Menu icon for other options to edit number before making a call.
rates with your network provider, to avoid excessive phone bills. If you are using your smartphone abroad, roaming charges will apply. Consult your network provider for roaming rates specific to the country you are visiting before you leave. The voice call screen The voice call screen displays after you have dialed a phone number and after you have accepted a phone call. The screen displays the number/contact you are talking to, the call duration and voice call options.
Voice call options Icon Description Access the keypad while a call is in progress. Speakerphone. Mute a call. Place the call on hold. Add another call. Saving a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use. .You will then 1. Select the number from the Call log tab, and tap on the contact be asked if you want to add the number to your contacts. 2. Tap OK. 3. Tap Create new contact and select how to complete the action. See "Adding a contact" on page 19.
Messaging This chapter shows you how to set up and use the Phone messages, Social messages and Social events 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 on the Home screen.
Replying to a message When a new text message arrives, a message screen displays showing you the message and enabling you to quickly reply. To reply later, tap Close. To view the message and all previous messages from the sender, tap View. Message notifications appear in two places: the Notification area and the message icon at the bottom of the phone displays the number of unread text messages.
Receiving MMS messages When a new MMS message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the screen and a notification message is displayed. 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. Please contact your provider if you have any questions. 1. Open Messaging to view a summary of the message. 2.
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 To start browsing, open the Application menu and tap Chrome. To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the page. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. You can zoom in or out of pages by pinching or reverse pinching.
Setting up your Google email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection. 2. From the Application menu tap Gmail. If you did not enter your Gmail account address and password when you first started your phone, follow the onscreen instructions. Composing an email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection. 2. From the Application menu tap Gmail. 3. Tap the Compose icon . 4. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message. 5.
You can browse the store by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific app. Once you have selected an app, tap the Install button to download and install the app. You will be told which services (contact information, wireless access, GPS, etc.) the app requires access in order to function correctly. If none of these services seem unusual, tap Accept & download to proceed with the installation.
Certain apps provide both an application icon and widget, or only provide a widget (with no application icon). See "Personalizing the Home screen" on page 12. Uninstalling downloaded apps To uninstall an app, go to Settings from the Application menu and select Apps. Tap the app you wish to uninstall, tap Uninstall and confirm.
Using the Camera Your smartphone features a digital camera mounted on the rear. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone. To activate the camera, tap Camera on the Home screen, or open the Applications menu and tap Camera.
The camera window provides controls on either side of the image. Pinch the screen to zoom in and reverse pinch to zoom out. Tap to take a picture. Tap the Previous picture/ video thumbnail to open the gallery. Tap the Settings menu. to open Settings menus General You may adjust the following: • Turn GPS info on or off: Stores GPS information in the image information. • Exposure: Over- or under-exposes the image. • Color effect: Applies a color effect to the image.
• Continuous shot: Set the maximum number of photos taken in a single burst. • Picture size: Set the picture resolution. • Preview size: Set the picture preview to Full screen or Standard (4:3). Camcorder You may adjust the following: • • • • Turn the Microphone on or off. Set the Audio mode. Set the Time lapse interval. Set the Video quality. Taking a photo 1. Ensure you have adjusted the settings described above. 2. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone. 3. Zoom in or out as needed. 4.
Shooting a video 1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone and zoom in or out as needed. 2. Tap to start taking a video. The icon will turn red to indicate that recording is in progress. Tap the icon again to stop recording. Supported formats Type Formats Image JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP Video MPEG-4, H.263, H.264 Viewing photos and videos After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved.
Advanced settings Changing modes with Quick Mode Your smartphone contains an app called Quick Mode that makes adjusting the user experience for different people very easy. From the Application menu, tap Quick Mode. The first time you enter Quick Mode, you’ll need to enter a PIN. Note: The default PIN is "1111". Several user mode options will display. Follow the onscreen instructions to display your new easy-to-use mode.
Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode You can enter Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off telephone, wireless, 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 1. Open the Notification area. 2. Tap AIRPLANE MODE. -OR1.
Activating or deactivating connections Open the Application menu and tap Settings to manage your connection settings. Item Description SIM management Under SIM INFORMATION, both SIM cards are listed. Tap the SIM card name to display basic settings and tap on or off to activate or deactivate the SIM, respectively. Voice call: Use one SIM card for all phone calls or select which SIM card to use every call. Messaging: Use one SIM card for all messages or select which SIM card to use every message.
Item Description 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. USB Internet: Share and connect to the internet through a Windows PC via USB cable.
1. Open the Application menu and then tap Settings > More... > Tethering & portable hotspot. Turn Wi-Fi hotspot ON.Tap Wi-Fi hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot. 2. Set the Network SSID and adjust security between None, WPA PSK, 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 Open the Application menu and tap Settings > More...
You can also view and modify these settings manually through the Call settings screen. Tap Phone from the Home screen. Tap the Menu icon > Settings. Sound To adjust your phone’s sound settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > Sound. Item Description Vibrate Vibrates the device for incoming calls. Volumes Adjust the Ringtone, Notifications, Alarm volumes. SIM1 ringtone Sets the default voice calls ringtone for SIM1. To see which SIM card slot is SIM1, see "Charging the battery" on page 7.
DTS Sound To adjust your phone’s DTS audio settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > DTS Sound. Tap DTS Sound to enable and adjust the Treble, Bass, Music EQ and Video EQ. Tap DTS Sound to uncheck and disable. Display To adjust your phone’s display settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > Display. Item Description Theme Change the color scheme. Auto-rotate screen Enable rotation of the screen when device is tilted. Brightness Adjust screen brightness.
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. In the Application menu, tap Settings. Under ACCOUNTS, tap the appropriate account and again under ACCOUNTS tap that account’s email address to access the synchronization settings. To add a new account, tap Add account. Select the type of account (Corporate, Email, Facebook, or Google) and then follow the onscreen instructions.
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 functions 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.
Closing an application To close an active app, in the Application menu tap Settings > Apps. Swipe over to the Running tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Tap Stop to close the program. Uninstalling an app You can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage memory. 1. 2. 3. 4. In the Application menu tap Settings > Apps. Swipe over to the Downloaded tab. Find the app in the list and tap on it.
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 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.
Managing your SIM cards If your phone detects a new SIM card, you will be asked to confirm the preferred SIM to use for each action. It indicates the following information: 1. The color used for each SIM card and its network name. 2. The preferred SIM for outgoing calls. 3. The preferred SIM for sending messages. 4. The preferred SIM for 3G data. Tap Change to edit these settings from the SIM Management screen.
Selecting which SIM to use when making a call If you have set Voice call to Always ask, you will be asked which SIM to use each time you make a call. Enter the number, then tap . A dialog opens; tap the SIM you want to use. Selecting which SIM to use when sending a text message If you have set Messaging to Always ask, you will be asked which SIM to use each time you send a text message. Enter the message and recipient information, then tap Send.
Limitations when using two SIMs When SIM1 is: SIM2 cannot: • In a call • Dial out • Ringing • • Sending or receiving a message Receive a call (caller will get a "number not available" message) • Using a data connection • Send or receive a message • Use a data connection Note: If you are using data on one SIM and you make or receive a call, or send or receive a text message on the other SIM, the first SIM’s data connection will be temporarily halted.
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 restore your smartphone to factory settings. See "Restoring to factory settings" on page 44. Heat The phone heats up when charging or making long duration calls.
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. • Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. • Decrease the volume if you can’t hear people speaking near you.
Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid (anti-lock) 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.
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 • MT6572 1.3 GHz dual-core processor • System memory: • • 512 MB of RAM 4 GB of ROM • Android operating system Display • 4" TN TFT LCD, capacitive touchscreen • 800 x 480 WVGA resolution Multimedia Formats supported: Type Formats Audio playback MP3, AMR, WMA Ringtone MP3, MIDI, iMelody, WAVE, WMA Video recording 3GP, MPEG-4, H.263, H.264 Video playback 3GP, MPEG-4, H.263, H.
Battery • Recharchable / replaceable Li-polymer battery 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 power-demanding applications will shorten battery life between charges. Dimensions Height 124 mm Width 64 mm Thickness 9.
Safety Battery information Do not use this product in a humid, wet and/or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 °C (140 °F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery.
Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acergroup.com/public/Sustainability It is compliant with EEE regulations. Regulatory information RoHS compliance This product is in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and its amendments.
Wireless operation channels for different domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.
The unit of measurement for the European Council's recommended limit for mobile telephones is the "Specific Absorption Rate" (SAR). This SAR limit is 2.0 W/kg, averaged over 10 g of body tissue. It meets the requirements of the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) and was included in the European Standard EN 50360 for mobile radio devices. The SAR regulation for mobile telephones is in line with European Standard EN 62209-1.
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. ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering.
Acer Incorporated Date: July 12, 2013 Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated, of 8F., No. 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi Dist, New Taipei City, 22181, Taiwan Declare under sole responsibility that the product: Model: Z160 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 301 908-1 V5.2.1; EN 301 908-2 V5.2.1 EN 300 328 V1.7.1 EN 300 440-1 V1.6.
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