Asus Padfone X mini- Manuals

9 Conventions used To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks. CAUTION! This mes...

10 Care and safety Guidelines Road safety comes first. We strongly recommend not to use your device when driving or operating any type of vehicle. This device should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Turn off your device in restricted areas wh...

11 Proper disposal Do not throw your device in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not ...

14 Touchscreen display Earpiece receiver LED indicator Front camera Power key Volume key Audio jack Microphone Micro USB port Microphone Camera flash PixelMaster Camera Speaker NOTES: • Remove the rear cover to display the micro SIM and microSD card slots.• The micro SIM card slot supports WCDMA, DC...

15 Your tablet Camera lens Touchscreen display Micro USB port Volume key Power key Phone bay Speaker LED indicator NOTE: The micro USB port on the tablet is for charging only. There is no USB functions on this port. Use the micro USB port on the phone for USB functions.

16 Installing a micro-SIM card A micro-subscriber identity module (micro-SIM) card stores information, such as your mobile phone number, contacts, messages, and other data that gives you access to a mobile network. CAUTION! • This device is designed for use with a mobile carrier-approved micro-SIM c...

19 Removing a micro-SIM card CAUTION! Be extra careful when handling a micro-SIM card. ASUS is not responsible for any loss or damage incurred to your micro-SIM card. To remove a micro-SIM card: 1. Turn off your phone. 2. Locate the groove on the bottom-left corner of your phone. 3. Pry the cover lo...

21 Installing a memory card Your device supports a microSD™ and microSDHC™ memory card with up to 64GB of capacity. NOTE: Some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Ensure that you use only 100%- compatible memory cards to prevent loss of data, damage to your device, memory card, or b...

24 Removing the memory card CAUTION ! • Be extra careful when handling a memory card. ASUS is not responsible for any data loss or damage incurred to your memory card. • Before removing a memory card, ensure that you safely unmount it from your phone. To do this, go to Settings > Storage > Unm...

26 Charging your device Your device comes partially charged but you must charge it fully before using it for the first time. Read the following important notices and cautions before charging your device. IMPORTANT! • Use only the bundled AC power adapter and micro-USB cable to charge your device. Us...

27 3. Tap a preferred mode for charging. PadFone Charging Modes Intelligent Mode (Default/Recommended) • When the phone’s battery is greater than 90%, the PadFone Station will not charge the phone. • In suspend mode, the PadFone Station will charge the phone when the following conditions are met: 1....

28 To charge your device: 1. Connect the micro USB cable to the AC power adapter. 2. Plug the AC power adapter to a grounded power outlet. 3. Connect the micro USB cable to your phone or your PadFone Station seperately, or to the PadFone Station with the phone inserted. IMPORTANT! • Charge your devi...

29 Inserting/removing your phone into/from your tablet CAUTION! Do not add a protective film or cover to your phone as it may be difficult to insert/remove the phone to/from the tablet. NOTE: Always keep the tablet's phone bay clean to prevent dust or dirt from scratching or damaging your phone. To ...

30 Turning your device on or off Turning your device on To turn your device on, press and hold the power button until your device vibrates and starts up. NOTE: Your tablet automatically turns on once you insert your phone that is already active. WARNING! If you forgot your personal screen unlock pat...

31 First time use When you turn your device on for the first time, Setup Wizard will guide you through the setup process. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your language, select input methods, setup your mobile network and Wi- Fi, sync accounts, and configure your location services.Use you...

32 Battery power conservation tips The battery charge is the lifeline of your device. Here are some battery power conservation tips that helps preserve the power of your device battery. – When not in use, press the power button to put the device in sleep mode. – Activate Smart saving in Power Saver ...

33 Using your device Phone mode Use your phone to enjoy the latest features and technologies of Android 4.4.2 operating system. Do work and play on your phone to fully appreciate the tons of interactive applications and features, and the seamless connectivity solutions in data sharing and communicat...

36 Home features Phone mode At the bottom of the home screen, you’ll find three navigation icons , , . These icons, which are always available on the system bar, allow you to instantly return to a previous page, jump back to the home screen, or launch a recent app. Icon Description Allows you to go ...

37 Tablet mode Open Voice search Return to the previous screen Return to Home Screen Display recent apps Shortcuts Display local weather information. Tap to customize weather widget settings, location, and frequency updates. Display local time and date Swipe down this area to display Quick settings ...

38 Using gestures Use your fingers to launch apps, move icons, select menu items, press buttons, type on the onscreen keyboard, and perform other useful gestures on your device’s touchscreen.To key in or type something, tap the part where you need to type and the onscreen keyboard will pop up.The fo...

39 Managing your home Stamp your own personality to your Home screen. Select an attractive design as your wallpaper, add shortcuts for quick access to your fave apps, and add widgets for a quick review of important info. You can also add more pages so you can add and quickly access or review more ap...

40 App shortcuts Add shortcuts to quickly access your often-used apps right from your Home screen.To add an app shortcut: 1. Tap and hold an empty area on your Home screen and select Apps . 2. From All Apps , tap and hold an app, then drag it to an empty area on your Home screen . To remove an app s...

41 Wallpapers Let your apps, icons, and other elements sit on an attractively designed wallpaper. You may add a translucent background tint to your wallpaper for readability and clarity. You can also select an animated wallpaper to make your screen come alive. Tap to apply a background tint Tap to s...

42 3. Tick Background tint , then adjust the transparency level. 4. Tap then select a color. 5. Select a wallpaper, then tap Apply . NOTES: • A background tint can be applied to your Home screen, or Home and lock screen . • You can also set up your wallpaper settings from > Settings > Display ...

44 Using the Quick settings Notification Panel The Quick settings Notification Panel provides a one-tap access to some of the apps, wireless features and settings of your PadFone . Each of these features are represented by a button. NOTE: A blue button indicates that the feature is currently enabled...

45 Setting up the date and time By default, the date and time displayed on your Home screen automatically syncs with your mobile provider’s settings.To change the date and time settings: 1. Launch the Settings screen by doing any of the following: • Launch Quick settings then tap . • Tap > Settin...

46 ASUS keyboard settings Create SMS messages, emails, and log-in passwords using the touch keyboard. To access the ASUS keyboard settings: 1. Launch Quick settings then tap . 2. Scroll down the Settings screen and select Language & input . 3. Tap beside ASUS Keyboard. 4. Configure the settings ...

47 Voice Search Make voice commands to your PadFone then watch it listen and take action using the Voice Search app. Using Voice Search, you can make voice commands to accomplish the following: • Search for data and information online or on your PadFone • Launch apps inside your PadFone • Get direct...

48 Customizing voice search results from the Phone search group If you want to set parameters for the voice search results gathered from your Google account and your PadFone’s data, you may do so using the following steps: 1. On your PadFone’s home screen, tap > Voice Search . 2. Tap > Setting...

49 3. Tap Phone search . 4. Tick the box of the search groups you would like to include as source when using Voice Search.

50 Lock Screen By default, the lock screen appears after turning on your device and while waking it up from sleep mode. From the lock screen, you can proceed to your device’s Android® system by swiping on your touch screen panel.Your device’s lock screen can also be customized to regulate access to ...

51 DynamicDisplay Manage how apps react when you insert or remove your phone from your tablet. To configure the DynamicDisplay settings: 1. Swipe your finger down from the top of the screen and tap . 2. Tap ASUS customized settings > PadFone Settings > DynamicDisplay list . 3. Select an app fr...

54 Managing contacts Add, import, or export your contacts from your SIM or email accounts to your PadFone and vice-versa. Adding contacts To add contacts: 1. Tap Contacts app from the Home screen then tap . 2. On the Add contact screen, key in the details of the new contact, then tap Done to save yo...

55 Making and receiving calls Making a call Your phone and tablet offers you many ways to make a call. Call your friends from saved contacts list, dial a phone number directly, or even dial a number without keying in a passcode on the lock screen. NOTES: • Use a Bluetooth headset when making or rece...

56 Receiving a call The touch screen of your phone or tablet lights up when there is an incoming call. The display of the incoming call also varies, depending on the status of your device. Answering a call There are two ways to answer a call depending on the status of your device: • If your device i...

57 Backup/restore call logs Have your call logs stored in your PadFone to track the calls that you’ve received, made, or missed. You can also send the saved call logs to your online storage account or e-mail it via the installed e-mail apps in your PadFone. Creating a call log backup To back up call...

58 Voicemail Get voicemail messages on your phone or on your tablet. To get your voicemail messages: Tap Settings > Call Settings > Voicemail . Press and hold 1 on the keypad to access your voicemail.

60 Messaging Messaging lets you send, promptly reply, or reply at a later time to important messages from your contacts in the SIM card installed on your device. You can also email your message threads or conversations to others to keep them in the loop. Sending or replying to messages To start a me...

61 Setting up your messaging options You can forward a message thread or conversation to others, and set an alert so you can reply to an important message at a convenient time.To forward an SMS conversation: 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Tap to select a sender image, then tap > Forward SMS co...

64 Email Add Exchange, Gmail, Yahoo! Mail, Outlook.com, Microsoft Hotmail, or other POP3/IMAP accounts so you can receive, create, and browse emails right from your device. You can also sync your email contacts from these accounts to your PadFone. IMPORTANT! You must be connected to the Internet so ...

65 Adding email accounts To add other email accounts: 1. From the Home screen, tap Email to launch the Email app. 2. Tap > Settings , then tap to add an email account. 3. Tap the mail provider you want to setup. 4. Follow the succeeding instructions to complete setting up your new email account. ...

66 Gmail Using the Gmail app, you can create a new Gmail account or synchronize your existing Gmail account so you can send, receive, and browse emails right from your device. Setting up a Gmail account 1. Tap Google from the Home screen then tap Gmail . 2. Tap Existing and key in your existing Gmai...

68 Launching the PixelMaster Camera app Capture images and record videos using your PadFone’s PixelMaster Camera app. Refer to any of the steps below to open the PixelMaster Camera app. From the lock screen Drag down until the PixelMaster Camera app is launched. From the home screen Tap PixelMaster ...

69 Image Locations After going through the Tutorial screen, the Image Locations screen appears to help you create automatic location tags for your images and videos. Refer to the following steps to proceed from this screen: 1. On the Image Locations screen, tap No thanks to proceed to the camera scr...

70 Image settings Adjust the appearance of your captured images by configuring your camera’s settings using the steps below. IMPORTANT! Apply the settings first before taking images. 1. On the camera’s home screen, tap > . 2. Scroll down and configure the available options. Image Configure the im...

71 Shoot mode Set your shutter speed to Timer mode or change the Burst speed under this option. Focus & exposure Enable Touch auto-exposure or Face detection under this option.

72 Video settings Adjust the appearance of your recorded videos by configuring your camera’s settings using the steps below. IMPORTANT! Apply the settings first before taking images. 1. On the camera’s home screen, tap > . 2. Scroll down and configure the available options. Image Configure the vi...

73 Advanced camera features Explore new ways of capturing images or videos and make captured extra special moments using the advanced camera features of your PadFone. IMPORTANT! Apply the settings first before taking images. Time rewind After selecting Time rewind, your shutter starts taking burst s...

74 HDR The High-dynamic-range (HDR) feature allows you to take more detailed images for low-light and highly contrasting scenes. HDR is recommended for use when taking images on brightly lit locations, helping balance out the colors produced on your image. Capturing HDR photos 1. From the PixelMaste...

75 Night Take well-lit photos even on night time or on low-light situations using the Night feature of your PadFone. NOTE : Keep your hands steady while before and while the PadFone is capturing the image to prevent blurry results. Capturing Night photos 1. From the PixelMaster Camera app’s home scr...

76 Selfie Take advantage of your rear camera’s high megapixel specs without worrying about pressing the shutter button. Using face-detection, you can set your phone or tablet to detect up to four faces using the rear camera then automatically capture your selfie or group selfie. Capturing Selfie pho...

77 Beautification Have fun during and after taking photos of your family and friends using the Beautification feature of your phone or tablet. When enabled, this feature allows you to make live beauty enhancements on your subject’s face before you press the shutter button. Capturing Beautification p...

78 Depth of field Take macro shots with a soft background using the Depth of field. This feature suits close up photos of subjects for a more defined and dramatic result. Capturing photos with depth of fields 1. From the PixelMaster Camera app’s home screen, tap . 2. Tap > Depth of field . 3. Tap...

79 All smiles Capture the perfect smile or the wackiest facial expression from a range of photos using the All Smiles feature. This feature lets you take five consecutive photos after pressing the shutter button, automatically detecting faces on the image for comparison. Capturing All smiles photos ...

82 Using the Gallery View images and play videos on your PadFone using the Gallery app. This app also allows you to edit, share, or delete image and video files stored in your PadFone. From Gallery, you can display images in a slideshow or tap to view the selected image or video file. To launch Gall...

83 Viewing files from other source locations By default, your Gallery displays all the files on your PadFone according to their album folders. To view files from other locations accessible via your PadFone: 1. From the main screen, tap . 2. Tap any of the following source locations to view their res...

84 Sharing files from the gallery To share files from the gallery: 1. From the Gallery screen, tap the folder where the files you want to share are located. 2. After opening the folder, tap to activate file selection. 3. Tap the files you want to share. A check mark appears in the center of the imag...

85 Editing an image The Gallery also features its own image editing tools that you can use to enhance images saved on your PadFone.To edit an image: 1. From the Gallery screen, tap the folder where the files are located. 2. After opening the folder, tap the image you want to edit. 3. Once the image ...

88 SuperNote Turn note-taking into a fun and creative activity that syncs with your mobile data using SuperNote. This intuitive app allows you to create notes organized per notebook by directly writing or drawing on the touchscreen. While creating notes, you can also add multimedia files from other ...

89 Understanding icons Depending on your selected input mode, these icons appear as you take down your notes on SuperNote. Select this type mode when you want to use the onscreen keyboard to enter your notes. Select this write mode when you want to scribble or write your notes. Select this draw mode...

90 Creating a notebook To create new files using SuperNote, refer to the following steps: 1. Tap > SuperNote . 2. Tap Add a new notebook . 3. Name the file and select Pad or Phone as the page size. 4. Select a template and start writing your notes. Sharing a notebook on the Cloud You may share yo...

91 3. In the pop-up screen, tap Share then select the type of file format you want to share it as. 4. In the next screen, select the Cloud storage account where you would like to share your note. 5. Follow the succeeding instructions to complete sharing your selected note. Calendar The Calendar app ...

92 Adding an account to Calendar Aside from creating an event logged on your PadFone, you can also use Calendar to create events that get automatically synced with your online accounts. But first, these accounts must be added to Calendar using the following steps: 1. Launch Calendar . 2. Tap > Ac...

93 What’s Next Do not miss out on important events, having fun out in the sun, or getting messages/emails/calls from your favorite people. Set up your calendar of events, Favorites and VIP groups, or weather update settings to get alerts and reminders of what’s next. View your What’s Next alerts fro...

94 Do It Later Get hold of even the most trivial things in your busy life. Even when you’re too busy, reply to your emails, SMS messages, calls, or read news online at your convenience.Mark your unread messages or emails, interesting web pages, and missed calls as Reply Later , Read Later , or Call ...

95 Weather Get real-time weather updates straight from your PadFone using the weather app. Using Weather, you can also check other weather details from around the world. Weather app launcher

96 Weather home screen Swipe down to see other weather information. Tap this to configure the Weather settings. Tap this to search for weather information from other cities.

97 Clock Customize the time zone settings of your PadFone, set alarms, and use your PadFone as a stop watch using the Clock app. Launching Clock Launch the Clock app using either of the following options: • From your PadFone’s home screen, tap the digital clock display. • Tap > Clock .

98 World Clock Tap to access the world clock settings of your PadFone. Tap this to access the settings of the world clock feature. Tap this to set your clock on night mode. Tap this to view the list of cities marked on your world clock.Tap this to add a new city to mark on your world clock’s map.

99 Alarm clock Tap to access the world clock settings of your PadFone. Tap this to access the settings of the alarm clock feature. Tap this to delete any of the previously set alarms. Tap this to set a new alarm time.

100 Stopwatch Tap to use your PadFone as a stopwatch. Tap this button to start running the stopwatch feature.

101 Timer You may set multiple timer options for your PadFone. To do this, follow the steps below: Setting the timer 1. Tap to access the timer feature of your PadFone. Numeric keypad 2. Use the numeric keypad to input your target time then tap Start to start the timer.

102 Tap this to delete the previously set timer. Tap this to create a new timer setting. Adding or deleting timer settings You may also add new timer settings or delete existing ones that you no longer need. To do any of these options, refer to the following steps: 1. Tap to access the timer feature...

103 File Manager Using File Manager allows you to easily locate and manage your data on the internal storage of your PadFone and its connected external storage devices. Accessing the internal storage To access the internal storage: 1. Tap > File Manager . 2. Tap > Internal storage to view the ...

104 Accessing the external storage device To access the external storage device: 1. Insert the microSD card into your PadFone. NOTE : For more details, refer to the Installing a memory card section in this user guide. 2. Tap > File Manager . 3. Tap > SD card to view the contents of your microS...

105 Accessing the network storage IMPORTANT! Enable Wi-Fi on your PadFone to view files from the network storage. To access files saved on your network storage: 1. Tap > File Manager . 2. Tap > Network place to view the contents saved on your network storage.

108 Browser Your browser’s clean and intuitive interface makes it easier to surf web contents at a fast page loading speed via its Chrome-based browser engine. It also lets you share or email web contents, as well as send it as a read later task. Go to page that you want to share, then tap . • Tap s...

110 Using headset Have the freedom to do other things while you’re in a call or enjoy listening to your favorite music, using a headset. Connecting audio jack Insert the 2.5mm headset jack into the audio port of your device. WARNING! • Do not insert other objects into the audio jack port.• Do not in...

111 Audio Wizard AudioWizard allows you to customize the sound modes of your PadFone for a clearer audio output that fits actual usage scenarios. Using Audio Wizard To use AudioWizard: 1. Tap AudioWizard from the All apps screen. 2. In the AudioWizard window, tap the sound mode you want to activate ...

112 Play Games Get the latest games online and share them in your social media accounts using the Play Games app. You can also join multiplayer games and check out leaderboards for some competitive gaming fun. IMPORTANT! Log in to your Google account to maximize the features of Play Games. Using Pla...

113 Music Access your music collection right on your PadFone using the Music app. Music allows you to play music files stored internally or from an external storage device. Launching Music To launch Music, tap > Music . Playing songs By default, Music plays all the songs saved in your PadFone’s i...

114 Sound recorder Record audio files using your PadFone by enabling the Sound Recorder app. Launching Sound Recorder To launch Sound Recorder, tap > Sound Recorder . Sound Recorder home screen Tap this to start audio recording. Tap this to customize the Sound Recorder settings. Tap this to view ...

116 Storage You can store data, apps, or files on your PadFone (internal storage), on an external storage, or on an online storage. You need an internet connection to transfer or download your files on an online storage. Use the bundled USB cable to copy files to or from the computer to your PadFone...

117 Memory Boost function is to optimize device performance after a device is being used for a period of time. This function will close unused processes that are running in the background in order to retrieve more system memory. To use Boost: 1. Swipe from the top of your screen and tap . 2. Tap Boo...

118 3. Wait a while for Boost to close unused background apps and release system memory. 4. When complete, the system memory size released will show on your screen.

119 Securing your PadFone Use the security features of your PadFone to prevent unauthorized calls or access of information. Unlocking your screen When the screen is locked, you can open it with the security unlocking options that the PadFone offers you.To select the screen unlock of your PadFone: 1....

120 Unlock screen options Choose from these options to lock your PadFone. • Slide : Slide your finger to any direction to unlock your PadFone.

121 • Face Unlock : Show your face on the black window of the lock screen to unlock your PadFone. IMPORTANT! • Face Unlock is less secure than a pattern, PIN, or password.• Someone who looks similar to you could unlock your PadFone.• The data used to identify your face is kept in your PadFone. To se...

122 5. After your face has been captured, tap Continue . 6. If Face Unlock cannot recognize your face, you will be prompted to select a secondary option to unlock your PadFone. Select Pattern if you want to unlock your PadFone by a pattern, or PIN to unlock it by keying in your PIN then follow the s...

123 • Pattern : Slide your finger on the dots and create a pattern. IMPORTANT! You can create a pattern with a minimum of four dots. Ensure to remember the pattern that you created to unlock your device.

124 • PIN : Key in at least four numbers to set a PIN. IMPORTANT! Ensure to remember the PIN that you created to unlock your device.

125 • Password : Key in at least four characters to create a password. IMPORTANT! Ensure to remember the password that you created to unlock your device.

126 Configuring the other screen security features Aside from the mode of screen lock, you can also do the following on the Screen security window: • Quick Access : Slide the Quick Access switch to ON to launch apps on the lock screen. • What’s Next widget : Slide the What’s Next Widget switch to ON...

127 Setting your PadFone identity Know your PadFone’s identity such as serial number, IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number, or model number. This is important, as when you may lose your PadFone, you can contact your mobile carrier and provide the information to blacklist the unautho...

130 Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi technology of your PadFone gets you connected to the wireless world. Update your social media accounts, browse the Internet, or exchange data and messages wirelessly with your PadFone. Enabling Wi-Fi To enable Wi-Fi: 1. Tap on the Home screen then tap Settings app. 2. Slide the W...

131 Disabling Wi-Fi To disable Wi-Fi: 1. Tap on the Home screen then tap Settings app. 2. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the left to turn off the Wi-Fi. NOTE : You can also disable the Wi-Fi from Quick Settings screen. Refer to section Quick Settings on how to launch Quick Settings screen. Bluetooth ® Us...

132 Pairing your PadFone to a Bluetooth® device Before using the Bluetooth feature of your PadFone in full scale, you have to pair it first with the Bluetooth device. The PadFone automatically stores the pairing connection of the Bluetooth device.To pair your PadFone to a Bluetooth device: 1. On the...

134 Managing apps Adding app shortcuts to home You can create shortcuts for your favorite apps on the home screen. 1. Tap to go to the All apps screen. 2. Tap and hold the icon of the app you wish to move then drag and place the app on the home screen. App info You can view the detailed app informat...

135 Organizing your apps Create folders to organize your applications and shortcuts on the home screen. 1. On the home screen, tap and drag an app or shortcut onto another app and a folder will appear. 2. Tap the new folder and tap Unnamed Folder to rename the folder.

136 Viewing recent apps Recent apps are displayed on the left panel of the home screen. You can find detailed information and manage your apps from the Recent Apps list. 1. Tap the Recent Apps icon at the bottom of the home screen. 2. Swipe up or down to view Recent Apps. Swipe a recent app to the l...

137 Switching apps When you’ve launched several apps on your PadFone, you can easily switch between your recently-launched apps. Tap to view your recently-launched apps. • Tap an app to view it.• To remove an app, simply swipe it to the left or right.• To remove all apps, tap Clear all . Locking app...

138 Downloading apps Download tons of apps and games from Play Store directly to your PadFone. Some of the apps and games are free, others you may need to purchase using a credit card or other payment form. To download apps: 1. Tap Play Store from your Home screen. 2. Follow the onscreen instruction...

140 Power saver Fully maximize or extend the power of your PadFone even when it is idle or while it stays connected to your network. Smartly customize the power settings for your frequent activities such as reading emails or watching videos. Setting up Power Saver Maximize, optimize, or customize th...

141 3. Select any of these modes: • Ultra-saving mode: Disconnects the network connection when your PadFone is idle to fully maximize its battery life. • Optimized mode: Extends the battery life while your PadFone stays connected to your network. • Customized mode: Allows you to set up the power set...

142 Splendid Splendid allows you to easily adjust the display settings. To use Splendid: 1. Tap > Splendid . 2. Adjust the screen color temperature and contrast through the Temperature and Enhancement tabs. 3. Tap Done to apply the changes. Tap to switch between tabs Move to turn on/ off the Vivi...

143 TalkBack TalkBack provides spoken feedback to help you navigate your device, describing what you touch and activate. To turn TalkBack off or on: 1. Go to Settings > Accessibility > TalkBack . 2. Slide the TalkBack switch to ON or OFF . 3. Tap OK to turn on TalkBack. 4. When asked if you wa...