Acer E100 - Manual

7 Product registration Product registration When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as:• Faster service from our trained representatives• Membership in the Acer community: receive promo- t...

9 Unpack your smartphone Chapter 1: Setting Up Unpack 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 E100/E101 Smartphone• Stylus• Batt...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 10 Getting to know your smartphone Views No. Item Description 1 Stylus Use to enter information or select items on the touch screen. 2 Power button Press to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold to turn the smartphone off. 3 Touchscreen 3.2-i...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 12 LED indicator Installing a SIM 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.1. Turn off your smartphone by pressing and holding the power b...

13 Installing or remove the battery 4. Insert the SIM card as shown. 5. Replace the battery and battery cover. SIM card lock Your smartphone may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator.To cancel the SIM lock, contact your network p...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 14 3. Insert the tabs on the inside of the battery cover into the slots in your smartphone. Carefully slide the cover up until it clicks into place. CAUTION: Risk of Explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the...

15 Turning on for the first time Entering your PIN code When you install a SIM card for the first time, you may need to enter a PIN code using the onscreen number pad. Important: Depending on your PIN settings, you may be asked to enter the PIN each time you switch on the phone function. If the PIN ...

17 Turning on for the first time Control icons These icons allow you to lock the screen, access the Windows Home screen, and change or remove the shortcut icons. They may not be removed. Changing or removing shortcuts Tap to add, change or delete the changeable shortcuts. If you tap the + on a short...

19 Before making a call Chapter 2: Making Calls This chapter shows you how to make phone calls, and the vari-ous 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 activate the phone from the Comm. Manager (refer to “Co...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 20 The onscreen number pad The onscreen number pad allows you to enter numbers to dial.To access the onscreen number pad press the Call button or tap Phone ( ). Making a call to one of your contacts 1. Your contacts will be displayed above the onscreen number pad...

21 The onscreen number pad Dialing from other applications You can dial numbers quickly and easily even when using other applications.1. Press Start > Phone.2. Make your call.3. When you have finished your call, tap X in the top right cor- ner of the screen, to return to the application you were ...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 22 The voice call screen Once you have dialed your number the voice call screen appears, where several options are available. Note: Certain options are only available during a call. These menu items are greyed out when not in a call. Onscreen call options Answeri...

23 Onscreen call options Ending a call To end a call press . Putting a call on hold To put a call on hold, tap Hold ( ) on the voice call screen. Tap again to resume the call. Swapping between calls When you receive a second call while already on a call, a notifi-cation message will appear. 1. Press...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 24 Adding notes You can write or type notes during a call to record important information and view it at a later date. 1. Tap Note ( ), on the voice call screen.2. Use the onscreen keyboard to enter letters and characters or the stylus to write handwritten notes....

25 Onscreen call options Call History View recent calls by accessing Call History: open the onscreen number pad by the Call button; then tapping Call History ( ). Call History Menu options There are various options available in the Call History Menu. • Tap ( , ) to organize the call history view. Fo...

27 The stylus Chapter 3: Input Devices This section will take you through the various input methods available to you on your smartphone. The stylus The stylus is used to select items and enter information. Care-fully remove the stylus from its holder to use.Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 28 The onscreen keyboard You can activate an onscreen key-board in certain applications when entering data.Tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the screen to display the keyboard. Tap again to hide the keyboard.Tap the arrow next to the keyboard symbol to selec...

29 The onscreen keyboard Enabling word completion Your smartphone makes writing emails, messages and docu-ments more efficient with the help of the word completion feature. This feature suggests words as you type.1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Input > Word Completion tab. 2. Select...

31 The messaging screen Chapter 4: Messaging This chapter shows you how to set up and use the SMS, MMS and email functions of your smartphone. The messaging screen All SMS, MMS, and email messages are accessed via the mes-saging screen. To access the messaging screen, tap Text ( ). Then tap the drop...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 32 Managing your folders You can select synchronization, download and other settings for certain folders. To manage your folders, tap Menu, or tap and hold on the folder name to open a menu of action items. Text (SMS) messages You can use your smartphone to send ...

33 MMS messages Sorting text messages You can sort your text messages by message type, sender, received messages and message subject.Tap the Sort by drop-down menu in the top-right of the mes-saging screen, and select an option from the list. MMS messages MMS messages are similar to text messages bu...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 34 1. Tap Text ( ) , then tap the drop-down menu in the top left corner of the messaging screen. 2. Tap the Messages folder and the Inbox appears.3. Tap Menu > MMS Settings > MMS Profiles tab.4. Tap a profile from the list. Tap Edit to view the selected pro...

35 MMS messages Replying to MMS messages When a new MMS message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the Today screen and a notification message is displayed. 1. Tap Text ( ), then tap the drop-down menu in the top left corner of the messaging screen. 2. Tap the Messages folder and the Inbo...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 36 Email Your smartphone uses Outlook Mobile to manage email accounts. Tap Start > E-mail to access the account setup. Tap Setup E-mail to set up your email account.Enter your email address and pass-word to set up the account. Select if you want to save your p...

37 Camera icons and indicators Chapter 5: Using the Camera Your smartphone features a 2-megapixel 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, press the camera button or go to Start > ...

39 Taking a photo Taking a photo 1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone.2. Adjust any settings you require, such as brightness and scene mode. To zoom in or out, press the (+/-) volume keys. 3. Press the camera button down fully to take the photo. Shooting a video 1. Frame your subject and...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 40 Photo and video options After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved. Note: The default locations for saving photos and videos are My Documents/My Pictures and My Documents/My Videos respectively. Tap Album and select a photo to view. Ta...

41 Silent mode Chapter 6: Advanced Operation Silent mode The slider on the left of your smartphone allows you to activate silent mode . This mode silences all ringtones and alerts, and may be used if you are in an area where a ringing phone would disturb others (for example; a cinema, meeting or cer...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 42 2. Tap Flight Mode ON to turn off all phone, Bluetooth and data functions. Comm. Manager Your smartphone features phone, Bluetooth and data func-tions. This section will explain how to activate and set basic phone, Bluetooth and data connection settings throug...

43 Adjusting connection settings For all phone settings, tap Start > Settings > Personal > Phone. Here you can adjust ringtone, security, services, network and CB (Cell Broadcast) settings. Adjusting phone connection settings You can use the Connection Wizard to configure country and networ...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 44 Selecting a network manually 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Phone > Network tab.2. Select Manual from the Network Selection list. A list of available networks will appear. 3. Select a network from the list and tap OK.When your current network...

45 Phone settings 4. Select the device you want to connect to.5. Tap Select and follow all onscreen instructions to set up the connection. Adjusting Bluetooth settings 1. Tap Start > Settings > Bluetooth > Settings.2. Select whether to Enable or Disable the Bluetooth function and whether th...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 46 Bar outgoing or incoming calls using call barring; choose who to display your identity to with caller ID; specify a number to which calls can be forwarded if you are unavailable using call forwarding; choose to be notified if an incoming call is waiting using ...

47 Managing your phonebook 1. Tap Start > Preferences > Sounds.2. Select your preferred ringtone. 3. Tap OK to confirm and save. Managing your phonebook Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the internal memory or onto your SIM card. Adding and edi...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 48 Copying contacts You can copy contacts stored in internal memory to your SIM card, and vice versa. Copying a contact from internal memory to the SIM card Note: Copying a contact from internal memory to your SIM will only copy the contact’s name and phone numbe...

49 SIM Manager 3. Tap Menu > Delete.4. Tap Yes to permanently delete the contact. Assigning a ring tone and picture to specific contacts You can assign a specific ringtone and picture to a particular contact so they are easily identifiable when they call.1. Tap Phonebook from the Today screen or ...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 50 Tap Menu at the bottom of the screen to reveal:New SIM Contact: Add a new phonebook entry to the SIM card.Refresh: Refresh the contact lists.SIM Information: View your SIM card information.My Phone Numbers: Displays the information of the inserted SIM cardAbou...

51 Other functions Connecting to a PC The packaged mini USB sync cable enables you to synchronize the information on your smart-phone with the data on your computer using Windows Mobile Device Center, Windows Sync Center or ActiveSync (depends on your operating system and installation).Plug the mini...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 52 Setting a new appointment: 1. Tap Start > Agenda.2. Tap Add an agenda.3. Enter appointment information and reminder frequency.4. Tap OK to confirm and save.To edit an appointment, tap the entry and tap again to open the edit page. Creating tasks Tasks can b...

53 Multimedia playback Starting Windows Live 1. Tap Start > Windows Live.2. Sign in with your email address and password and your con- tacts list appears. Multimedia playback Your smartphone comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content. Media Player Tap t...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 54 Streaming Media Note: This application may not be available in your region or for your language. Steaming Player allows you to view streamed video off the Internet directly on your phone.If you try to open an audio or movie video that is not supported by Micro...

55 Personalizing your smartphone available, the system will automatically select the best connection, in the following order: Sync connection to PC; GPRS (not supported when roaming). The system will update GPS data automatically based on a schedule.Check the automatic update checkbox.Set the date a...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 56 Naming your smartphone Your smartphone uses a name to iden-tify itself when connected to other computers. To specify a name, tap Start > Settings > System > About and then the Device ID tab.Enter a name for your device. Add a description if necessary....

57 Personalizing your smartphone Configuring sounds and notifications You can specify sounds to play for certain events or when cer-tain actions are performed.1. Tap Start > Settings > Sounds & Notifications > Sounds tab.2. Select to enable sounds for events or programs. You can also sp...

59 Personalizing your smartphone Setting the date and time To set the date and time, tap Start > Set-tings > Clock & Alarms > Time tab.Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Set the time by tapping the up and down arrows. Select the date from the drop-down calendar.Tap OK when y...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 60 Power saving options 1. Tap Start > Settings > System > Power > Advanced tab.2. Select the interval after which your smartphone will turn off if not in use. You can specify two intervals: one for when on battery power, and one for when on external ...

61 Updating your smartphone Updating your smartphone You may use the Notification Manager to check for updates to your smartphone’s software.1. Tap Start > Notification Manager.2. Tap Check now to see if an update is available. Important: You may be charged additional fees when connecting over GP...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 62 Note: Before performing a reset, ensure that your smartphone is not locked. Press any key or tap the screen to see if the phone responds. Resetting your smartphone You may have to perform a reset if your smartphone fails to respond when buttons are pressed or ...

65 Using the headset Chapter 7: Accessories and Tips This chapter shows you how to use accessories with your smart-phone, 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 ...

67 Using your smartphone as a modem 9. Select one option from the Connection Availability screen and click Next. 10.Enter your username and password and click Next.11.Click Finish to complete the setup.You can now establish a Bluetooth connection between your PC and your smartphone. When you attempt...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 68 • Click Add a device, then follow the steps of the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard. • Double click on your smartphone device name. • Type the password when requested.• Your smartphone will ask to allow pairing, and for the Passkey. Enter the same code you entered ...

69 FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages Appendix FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise dur-ing the use of your smartphone, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Aspect Question Answer Audio Why is there no sound com...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 70 Error messages System infor- mation and performance How do I check the OS version of my device? Tap Menu > Settings > About phone to check the OS version (Kernel/build number) and other hardware and software informa- tion. Power I couldn’t turn on the de...

71 Specifications Specifications Performance • E100: Qualcomm MSM 7225, 528 MHz• E101: Qualcomm ESM 7225, 528 MHz• System memory: • 256 MB of SDRAM• 512 MB of Flash ROM • Operating system: Microsoft Mobile® 6.5 Professional Display • 3.2” TFT-LCD touchscreen• 400 x 240 resolution• 65K color support ...

73 Specifications Note: Length of battery operation will depend on power consump- tion 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 113 mm Width 56 mm Thickness 12...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 74 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 dam-aged. • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation ...

75 Warnings and precautions • Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to block out noisy sur- roundings. • Decrease the volume if you can’t hear people speaking near you. Battery information This product uses a Lithium Polymer battery. Do not use it ...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 76 may take a few minutes before the charging indicator appears on the display or before any calls can be made.Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery that is damaged.Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circu...

77 Warnings and precautions Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. Operating environment Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmit- ting devices when using your smartphone device...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 78 Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inade-quately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are ad...

79 Warnings and precautions added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is moun...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 80 Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress. Emergency calls Important: Wireless phones, including this device, operate using radio signals, wireless networks, landline networks, and user-programmed functions. Because of this, ...

81 Disposal and recycling information Disposal and recycling information Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics...

83 Safety regulations Safety regulations Compliant with Russian regulatory certificationLCD 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. This has no effect on the recorded ima...

Acer E100/E101 Smartphone User Guide 86 Lithium-ion battery warning ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostitu- ita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disper- dere le batterie nell’ambiente. VORSICHT! Explos...