Page 2 - Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 2 © 2009 All Rights Reserved Acer S200 Smartphone User GuideFirst issue: 08/2009 Acer S200 SmartphoneModel number: __________________________________Serial number: ___________________________________Date of purchase: ________________________________Place of purchase: ...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Getting to know your smartphone
3 Table of Contents Getting to know your smartphone Features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Other sources of help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Chapter 1: Setting Up Unpa...
Page 5 - Getting to know your; Features and functions; Product features
5 Features and functions Getting to know your smartphone Features and functions Your new smartphone is a multi-functional tool packed with intuitive features and powerful applications that make orga-nizing your information and synchronizing it with your per-sonal activities an easy, efficient task. ...
Page 6 - Other sources of help
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 6 • Easy-to-use Acer features: Phonebook, Agenda, AcerSync, Phone Dialer with Favorites and Call History, Social Networking, Notification Manager, and Preferences. Other sources of help To help you use your smartphone, we have designed a set of guides: For information...
Page 7 - Product registration; How to Register
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...
Page 9 - Chapter 1: Setting Up; Unpacking your smartphone
9 Unpacking your smartphone 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 S200 Smartphone• Stylus• Bat...
Page 10 - Views
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 10 Getting to know your smartphone Views No. Item Description 1 Power button Press to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold to turn the smartphone off. 2 Touchscreen 3.8-inch, 480 x 800 pixel touchscreen to display data, phone content and enter in...
Page 12 - LED indicator; Installing or removing the battery; Installing the battery
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 12 LED indicator Installing or removing the battery Your smartphone uses a replaceable battery to provide power. It is packed seperately from your smartphone and needs to be inserted and charged before you can use the smartphone. Installing the battery Slide your fing...
Page 13 - Charging the battery
13 Installing or removing the battery Place the battery into the battery compartment, lining up the battery connectors with those at the middle of the compartment. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the battery cover into the slots in the smartphone. Carefully press the top of the cover until the cove...
Page 14 - Removing the battery
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 14 Removing the battery Open the battery compartment as shown in “Installing the battery“ on page 12. Lift the battery out of the compartment using the clip on the top of the battery.Replace the battery cover as described above. Installing a SIM card or microSD card T...
Page 15 - SIM card lock; Turning on for the first time; Entering your PIN
15 Turning on for the first time 2. Open the cover and remove the battery as described in “Installing or removing the battery“ on page 12. 3. Insert the SIM or microSD card as shown. 4. Replace the battery and battery cover. SIM card lock Your smartphone may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will...
Page 16 - Activating a new SIM card
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 16 Activating a new SIM card If you are using your SIM card for the first time, it may require activation. Contact your network operator for details on how to do this. The Today screen After rebooting, your smartphone will display the Today screen. This screen gives y...
Page 18 - Changing or removing shortcuts
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 18 Changing or removing shortcuts Tap to add, change or delete the changeable shortcuts. If you tap the + on a shortcut placeholder that is not occupied, you will be taken directly to a screen that lists all the applications available on your smartphone.If you tap on ...
Page 19 - Chapter 2: Making Calls; Before making a call; Making a call
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 The phone function needs to be turned on before you can make a call; you can acti-vate the phone from the Comm. Manager (re...
Page 20 - The onscreen number pad; Dialing a number from Call History
Acer S200 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 ( ) and press Show Keypad. Making a call to one of your contacts 1. Your contacts will be displayed above the on...
Page 21 - Dialing from other applications
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 ...
Page 22 - The voice call screen
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 22 The voice call screen Once you have dialed your number the voice call screen appears, where several options are available. Item Description Record the call. Mute the call. Put the current call on hold. Add a note. Enter the Phonebook. Turn the speaker phone on. End...
Page 23 - Onscreen call options
23 Onscreen call options Note: Certain options are only available during a call. These menu items are greyed out when not in a call. Onscreen call options Answering a call Press to answer a call. Rejecting a call Press the End button or to decline the call. Ending a call To end a call press . Record...
Page 24 - Conference calls; Using the speakerphone; Adding notes; Muting a call
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 24 Conference calls If you have one or more calls on hold and another online, you can combine all calls to create a conference call. 1. Tap Merge Call ( ). All calls are combined. 2. Tap End ( ) and all participants will be disconnected. Using the speakerphone The spe...
Page 25 - Saving a dialed number to contacts; Redialing a missed call; Call History; Call History Menu options
25 Onscreen call options Saving a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use.1. Select the number from the Call History list, and tap Save to contacts 2. Select to save it in the SIM Card or Phone.3. Enter the contact’s information and tap Save. R...
Page 27 - Devices; The stylus
27 The stylus Chapter 3: Input Devices This section will take you through the various input methods available to you on your Acer S200 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 ...
Page 28 - Enabling word completion
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 28 Tap the arrow next to the keyboard symbol to select different input options. Note: The handwriting function can take some practice getting used to. Tap the ? symbol, visible when one of the handwriting options (*) is active, to view writing demonstrations and acces...
Page 29 - The onscreen keyboard; Other input options
29 The onscreen keyboard Other input options You can also configure voice recording options, zoom levels and grammar rules on the Input Settings screen. 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Input > Options tab.2. Select and configure the settings as appropriate.3. Tap OK to confirm a...
Page 31 - The messaging screen
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...
Page 32 - Managing your folders
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 32 Tap a subfolder to open it. Tap Inbox to return to the main messaging screen. Tap Menu for a list of options appropriate to the selected folder. Managing your folders You can select synchronization, download and other settings for certain folders. To manage your fo...
Page 33 - Replying to text messages; Sorting text messages; MMS messages; Setting up MMS messaging
33 MMS messages Replying to text messages When a new text message arrives a message icon appears at the top of the screen and a notification message is displayed. 1. Tap Text ( ) to view your inbox. 2. Tap a message to open it.3. Tap Reply to reply to the message and the message compo- sition window...
Page 34 - Setting up MMS profiles; Creating MMS messages
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 34 5. Select Cellular Line (GPRS) from the Select a modem list and tap Next. 6. Enter the access point name provided by your network provider. 7. Enter your user name, password and domain.8. Tap Finish to save and complete setup. Setting up MMS profiles You can select...
Page 35 - Replying to MMS messages
35 MMS messages 3. Tap Menu > New > Multimedia Message and the message composition window appears. 4. Enter the recipient (along with other recipients in the Cc and Bcc fields if necessary) and subject of the MMS. 5. To attach a picture or video clip, tap Insert Picture/ Video( ) and select th...
Page 36 - Email
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 36 Tap the Sort by drop-down menu in the top-right of the mes-saging screen, and select an option from the list. Note: For further information on options available to you when creating, replying to and sorting SMS and MMS messages, refer to the Help menus. Email Your ...
Page 39 - Chapter 5: Using the; Camera icons and indicators
39 Camera icons and indicators Chapter 5: 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.To activate the camera, press the camera button. Camera icons and in...
Page 40 - Taking a photo
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 40 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. Adjust the camera focus mode. • Central Focus - Focus on the item in the center of...
Page 41 - Shooting a video; Supported formats
41 Shooting a video 3. Press the camera button down halfway until the image comes into focus. Push down fully to take the photo. Shooting a video 1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphonel.2. Press the camera button down fully to begin recording. 3. Press the camera button down fully to stop ...
Page 42 - Photo and video options
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 42 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. This can be changed from the Settings page. T...
Page 43 - Editing photos
43 Photo and video options Editing photos You can crop or rotate your saved photos.1. Tap Start > Multimedia > Pictures & Videos.2. All your photos and videos are displayed as thumbnails. Select a photo to edit. 3. Tap Menu to view the list of editing options.
Page 45 - Putting your smartphone in flight mode; Operation; Entering flight mode
45 Putting your smartphone in flight mode Chapter 6: Advanced Operation Putting your smartphone in flight mode You can enter flight mode to turn off telephone, Bluetooth and WLAN functions and use the smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permi...
Page 46 - Using the Comm. Manager; Adjusting connection settings; Phone connections; Adjusting phone connection settings
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 46 wireless network (WLAN) connection settings through the Comm. Manager screen. Tip: Tap and hold the name of any communication type to open its associated Settings page. Using the Comm. Manager To access the Comm. Manager, tap any of the communication icons at the t...
Page 47 - Creating and editing new phone; Selecting a network; Detecting a network automatically
47 Adjusting connection settings 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections > Connection Wizard.2. Select your country and network operator from the lists.3. Tap OK to confirm and save.To detect these settings automatically, tap Search.To edit network parameters, tap Edit.Once all settings are c...
Page 48 - Adjusting wireless network settings; Wireless power management; Viewing wireless networks
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 48 Note: Contact your service provider should you have any problems obtaining voice mail and the text message service center numbers. Adjusting wireless network settings You can use your smartphone to connect to a wireless local area network (WLAN) to exchange informa...
Page 49 - Creating new wireless network; Adjusting Bluetooth settings
49 Adjusting connection settings Creating new wireless network connections 1. Tap the Start > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi > Wireless tab. 2. Tap Menu > Add New... from the list.3. Enter all required information to configure the wireless network. Refer to the Help menus to guide you...
Page 50 - Bluetooth connections; Phone settings
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 50 Bluetooth connections For all Bluetooth settings, tap Start > Settings > Bluetooth. Here you can adjust Bluetooth profiles, status, accessibility, and services settings. You can also view version information. Creating new Bluetooth connections The simplest wa...
Page 51 - Configuring caller options; Setting up caller ID
51 Phone settings You can, however, view and modify these settings yourself if necessary, through the Phone Settings screen.Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Phone. Configuring caller options You can configure certain caller options to keep control over your incoming and outgoing calls. Bar...
Page 52 - Managing your phonebook; Adding and editing contacts; Editing a contact
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 52 4. Tap OK to confirm and save. Note: Refer to the Help menus for more detailed information on adjusting phone settings. Managing your phonebook Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the internal memory or onto your SIM ...
Page 53 - Copying contacts; Copying a contact from internal memory; Copying a contact from the SIM card to; Sending contacts via text
53 Managing your phonebook 3. Tap Menu > Edit this contact.4. Edit the contact information and tap Save. 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 ...
Page 54 - Sending contacts via message
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 54 Sending contacts via message 1. Tap Start > Contacts.2. Select a contact.3. Tap Menu > Send Contact > Messages.4. Select the contact information you want to send and tap Done. 5. Specify a recipient and tap Send. Deleting contacts To free up space on eithe...
Page 55 - SIM Manager; Copying contact information
55 SIM Manager SIM Manager SIM Manager allows you to manage your SIM phonebook and to copy the phonebook entries to Contacts. To start SIM Man-ager, tap Start > Utilities > SIM Manager.The standard display mode is to show your SIM contacts and Contacts entries at the same time. You may change ...
Page 56 - Connecting to a PC
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 56 • To copy multiple contacts, tap the box alongside each contact: Tap and hold any contact and select Copy to Contact/SIM. • To copy a single contact, tap and hold any contact, and select Copy to Contact/SIM. Connecting to a PC and synchronizing You can use Microsof...
Page 57 - Other functions; Managing your agenda; Setting a new appointment
57 Other functions After a short delay, your smartphone should be recognised and the program to synchronize your smartphone files will open. Please check the help files for the program installed on your computer for more information. Configuring USB to PC settings You can enable advanced networking ...
Page 58 - Creating tasks; Creating a new task; Browsing the Internet; Starting Windows Live
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 58 Creating tasks Tasks can be set to remind you of specific things you must do and the completion deadlines. Creating a new task 1. Tap Start > Tasks.2. Tap Menu > New Task.3. Enter all task information, start and due dates and how often to be reminded. 4. Tap ...
Page 59 - Multimedia playback; FM Tuner
59 Multimedia playback Multimedia playback Your smartphone comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content. FM Tuner FM Tuner allows you to listen to your favorite local radio sta-tions and save them to an easily-accessible list of favorites.To start FM Tuner t...
Page 60 - Media Player; Using Windows Media Player
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 60 the frequency allocation window. Enter the frequency using the keyboard. Important: There are restrictions on the range of frequencies that may be legally listened to in many countries. The FM Tuner on your smartphone has three predefined geographical regions: EURO...
Page 61 - Playing video or audio files; Streaming Media; Satellite Data Update
61 Satellite Data Update The following formats are supported: Playing video or audio files 1. Tap Start > File Explorer.2. Locate the file to playback, and tap once to play it in Win- dows Media Player. Streaming Media Steaming Media allows you to view streamed video off the Internet directly on ...
Page 63 - Personalizing your smartphone
63 Satellite Data Update Personalizing your smartphone You can enter your personal informa-tion to easily identify your smartphone. This is especially useful if it should ever be lost or stolen. To enter owner infor-mation, tap Start > Settings > Personal > Owner Information.Enter your name...
Page 64 - The application button
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 64 The application button Your smartphone has three default application buttons set to run the following:Button 1 - TodayButton 2 - OK/CloseButton 3 - CameraWe recommend that you use this default whenever possible. Tip: The application buttons can be configured to lau...
Page 65 - Configuring shortcut programs; Configuring sounds and notifications; Configuring backlight settings
65 Satellite Data Update • If you adjust the volume during a call, the speaker vol- ume will be adjusted. Configuring shortcut programs You can select the programs you most frequently use and put them in the Today screen as shortcuts. 1. Tap ( ) to bring up the edit screen. 2. Select the programs th...
Page 66 - Managing system certificates
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 66 2. Select the timing for the backlight to turn on and off when your smartphone is running on battery power. 3. Tap the External Power tab. Select the timing of the back- light to turn on or off when your smartphone is running on external power. 4. Tap the Backlight...
Page 67 - Configuring regional settings; Power saving options
67 Satellite Data Update 4. Select the day and time for the alarm.5. Tap OK to confirm and save. Configuring regional settings You can adjust regional settings for number, currency, date and time formats to match those used in your country.1. Tap Start > Settings > System > Regional Setting...
Page 68 - Configuring screen options; Updating your smartphone
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 68 Configuring screen options You can change orientation, align the screen, enable ClearType and adjust text size to make viewing your smart-phone as comfortable as possible.1. Tap Start > Settings > System > Screen > General tab.2. Select screen orientati...
Page 69 - Setting a schedule; Resetting your smartphone; Reset
69 Resetting your smartphone connection to download the update. Install this update cor-rectly by following the instructions provided with the files. Setting a schedule It is also possible to set schedule to check for updates.1. Tap Menu, then Settings.2. Enable the scheduled notification update and...
Page 70 - Clean boot
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 70 Clean boot Warning! You should only perform a clean boot when all other reset options have failed to restore your smartphone to an opera- tional state. A clean boot will restore your smartphone to the state it was when you got it from the factory. Warning! This wil...
Page 71 - Chapter 7: Accessories; Using the headset; Using a Bluetooth headset; To set up your Bluetooth headset:
71 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 3.5 mm headset with built-in microphone for handsfr...
Page 73 - Using your smartphone as a modem; Using a USB connection; Using a Bluetooth connection
73 Using your smartphone as a modem 8. Enter your ISP’s phone number. The number must begin with ‘*99#’. Click Next. 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 estab...
Page 75 - Inserting a microSD card
75 Inserting a microSD card • Windows will automatically connect to your smartphone and detect what services are available. Inserting a microSD card Your smartphone features a memory expansion slot that accepts a micro SD card to expand memory and storage capac-ity.Please refer to “Installing a SIM ...
Page 77 - FAQ, troubleshooting and error messages; Appendix
77 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...
Page 79 - Specifications; Performance; Display
79 Specifications Specifications Performance • Qualcomm 8250, 1 GHz• System memory: • 256 MB of SDRAM• 512 MB of Flash ROM • Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional Display • 3.8” WVGA TFT-LCD touchscreen• 480 x 800 resolution• 262K color support Multimedia • CD-quality stereo output• Mini USB microphone in...
Page 80 - Connectivity; Dimensions
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 80 • USB Client• DC power-in (5 V, 1 A) Connectivity • Bluetooth 2.1+EDR• IEEE Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g WLAN• GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900• UMTS 900 / 1900 / 2100 • HSDPA / HSUPA / EDGE / GPRS Camera • 5-megapixel• Auto-focus Expansion • MicroSD memory card support • SDHC supp...
Page 82 - Warnings and precautions; CAUTION when listening to music
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 82 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 of th...
Page 83 - Battery information
83 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 ...
Page 85 - Additional safety information
85 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...
Page 86 - Medical devices; Vehicles
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 86 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 adequat...
Page 87 - Potentially explosive environments
87 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...
Page 88 - Emergency calls
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 88 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, conne...
Page 89 - Disposal and recycling information; Mercury advisory; Taking care of your smartphone
89 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...
Page 91 - Safety regulations; Compliant with Russian regulatory; General
91 Safety regulations Safety regulations Compliant with Russian regulatory certification 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. This has no effect on the recorded im...
Page 92 - France: Restricted wireless frequency bands
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 92 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 are:• 10 mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz) • 10...
Page 96 - NCC warning
Acer S200 Smartphone User Guide 96 NCC warning 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! Exp...
