Acer Liquid MT (S120) - Manuals

7 Features and functions 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+ (DL 14.4 Mbps / UL 2 Mbps) or Wi...

8 Chapter 1: 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 MT (S120) Smartphone• Battery• Quick Guide• USB...

9 Getting to know your smartphone LED indicators Call indicator: Mail/message indicator: 7 Phone speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for holding to your ear. 8 IR LED Works in conjunction with the proximity sensor. 9 Proximity and light sensor Dims the display and deactivates the touc...

11 Installing or removing the battery Installing the battery Slide the battery cover down and lift up. Place the battery into the battery compartment, lining up the battery connectors with those at the top of the compartment. Align the tabs on the battery cover and carefully slide the battery cover ...

12 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 provider.

13 Turning on for the first time Chapter 2: 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...

14 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 widgets screen. Tap and drag starting from the bottom left corner...

15 The onscreen keyboard Changing the text input method To change the input method, tap and hold a text box, then select Input method. This will open a menu listing the text input methods available on your phone. Tap your preferred input method. Typically two options are available: XT9 Text Input an...

17 The widget screen Tap and hold the settings symbol and select Input Method Settings, or from the Home screen tap Menu > Settings > Language & keyboard > Penpower Input Method, to access text entry settings. The widget screen When you start your smartphone, or wake it from power savin...

18 The home screen When you unlock your smartphone it will display the home screen. This screen gives you quick, icon-based access to many of the frequently-used features of your smartphone.The Home screen already features some useful icons, application history and media panel. application history n...

19 The home screen Tip: To prolong battery life, it is better to close an application when you’ve finished using it. Do this by either pressing the Menu button and selecting Exit (if available). The application menu The application menu displays groups of applications in a series of pages. Up to six...

20 Personalizing the screen You may personalize your screen by adding or removing icons, shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper. Changing application dock icons You can set icons for installed applications in the application dock. Open the application menu and find the application you w...

21 The home screen Shortcuts and Folders You can add shortcuts and folders to a free space in the application dock or menu, for example, to display contacts or shortcuts to specific tasks or settings.Pre-defined Shortcuts are available or you can add a Folder. Tap and hold a space on the dock or the...

23 Managing your contacts Chapter 3: 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 application to view your contac...

24 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 number from the call...

26 Chapter 4: 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 Notifica...

27 The voice call screen number, you may enter the contact name using the predictive text letters (2 for ‘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 cal...

28 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, tap the appropriate button.If you are answering a call from a locked state, slide the bar to answer the call. To reject a call from a locked state, press the power ...

29 Voice call options Conference calls If you have one call on hold and another on the line, you can combine both calls to create a conference call. After the first call is established, tap to add a second call. When both calls are connected, tap to start the conference call. Viewing missed calls Mi...

30 Chapter 5: 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. Creati...

31 Replying to a message 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 mes...

32 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...

33 Browsing the Internet Chapter 6: 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 ...

34 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 applications tab, or press and hold the Se...

35 Setting up Email Setting up Email Your smartphone enables you to access your email. Most popular ISPs can be set up in two steps. Pull up the application 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 paramete...

36 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 application menu to open the Android Market. Here you can obtain a variety ...

37 Acer SocialJogger Acer SocialJogger Acer SocialJogger combines your social network updates in one location, allowing you to quickly follow what your friends are doing across several platforms.From the application menu, tap Acer SocialJogger to launch the program.Select Sign in to enter your accou...

38 Note: For geotag to display, pictures must be taken with Store Location activated in the camera settings. urFooz urFooz is a portable avatar that lets you share information across your favorite social networks, blogs and more.Easily organize your Web favorites, such as photos, videos, bookmarks a...

39 Camera icons and indicators Chapter 7: Using the Camera Your smartphone features a 5-megapixel digital camera and flash 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 m...

40 To adjust the settings, tap Menu. The menu options are: Camera settings menu This menu has the following options:• Capture mode• Anti-Shake• Effect• ISO• Auto Exposure• Time stamp• Store Location• Review Duration• JPEG Quality• Anti Banding• Reset to Default Taking a photo 1. Ensure you have adju...

41 Shooting a video Shooting a video Turn on camcorder mode by tapping the camcorder icon.1. Ensure you have adjusted the options described above.2. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone and zoom in or out as needed. 3. Press the camera button down fully to begin recording. 4. Press the came...

42 Chapter 8: 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....

43 Adjusting connection settings Adjusting connection settings This section will show you how to adjust detailed settings for your phone, data, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections. Sound Adjust the volume of your phone using the volume buttons on the side of the phone. Alternatively, you can adjust your...

44 Dolby Mobile To access Dolby Mobile settings go to the application menu and tap Settings > Dolby Mobile. Here you can switch Dolby Mobile on or off, set Treble, Natural Bass, Music EQ and Video EQ. Selecting a network Your phone will automatically detect your carrier/network settings when you ...

45 Phone settings 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 al...

46 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. 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 a...

47 Multimedia playback While listening to music, you can skip forward or backward by swinging the smartphone. You can enable or disable the feature in Settings > Sound > Gesture controls > Music back / forward.• Skip forward: Swing smartphone left.• Skip backward: Swing smartphone right. Sp...

48 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 ne...

49 Multimedia playback Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume of your smartphone using the volume buttons on the side of the device. Alternatively, you can set the Ringtone, Media and Alarm volume by opening the application menu and tapping Settings > Sound > volume. Setting the date and time ...

50 Warning! Make sure you trust the source of any program you install. If you are not sure of the source, do not install a program. Installing programs from unknown sources increases your risk of virus attacks and theft of personal and private data. Closing an application To close an active applicat...

52 Chapter 9: 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, ...

53 FAQ and troubleshooting 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 heads...

55 Warnings and precautions 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 i...

56 Operating environment Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your smartphone device under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Remember to follow any special regu...

57 Emergency calls wireless equipment is improperly installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the o...

58 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 ...

59 Specifications Specifications Performance • Qualcomm MSM 7230-1, 800 MHz• System memory: • 512 MB of RAM• 512 MB of ROM • Google Android operating system Display • 3.61” WVGA TFT-LCD capacitive multi-touch screen• 800 x 480 resolution• 65K colors support Multimedia • CD-quality stereo output• Mon...

60 • Flash Expansion • microSD memory card (up to 32 GB) Battery • High density, rechargeable 1500 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 powe...

61 Regulatory information 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 ...

62 Wireless operation channels for different domains France: Restricted wireless frequency bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors is:• 10 mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz)• 100 mW for frequencies between 2446....

63 Regulatory information List of National Codes This equipment may be operated in the following countries: 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...

64 This phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorptio...

65 Regulatory information Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs. M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference with hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/...

67 Regulatory information 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 uns...