Acer Z500 User Manual

10 - Using your smartphonesmartphone does not unintentionally use any services. Your smartphone will lock automatically if it is not used for one minu

Using your smartphone - 11BackTap this button to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a menu.HomeTap this button to go directly to the Ho

12 - Using your smartphoneOnscreen keyboardsGoogle keyboardThis is a standard onscreen QWERTY keyboard that allows you to enter text. Tap and hold a k

Using your smartphone - 13Predictive textGoogle keyboard provides predictive text input for the browser. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection

14 - Using your smartphoneIn order to search or browse the Internet, you must be connected to a cellular data (if available) or wireless network. See

Using your smartphone - 15are small apps that display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to apps or special functions.To move an app or

16 - Using your smartphoneResizing widgetsSome widgets can be resized. To resize a widget that is already on the Home screen, tap and hold the widget

Using your smartphone - 17To remove an icon from the dock, tap and hold the icon to select it. Either drag the icon to a different location outside th

18 - Using your smartphoneconnectivity, signal strength, battery status, and time. The top-left area displays event icons, such as a new message. Drag

Managing contacts - 19MANAGING CONTACTSManaging your contactsYour smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the i

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20 - Managing contactsTo create a contact, first choose where you want to store the contact’s information. You will then be asked to enter the contact

Making calls - 21MAKING CALLSThis chapter shows you how to make phone calls, and the various options available to you during your call.Before making a

22 - Making callsMaking a call1. From the Home screen tap Phone > to open the onscreen number pad.2. Enter the number you wish to dial.3. Tap t

Making calls - 23Viewing missed callsMissed call notifications are displayed in the following three areas:1. The Notification area with the missed cal

24 - Making callsSimply tap and hold 0+ on the onscreen number pad until + appears onscreen.Direct dial widgetYou may add a direct dial widget for a c

Making calls - 25Answering or declining a callWhen you have an incoming call, the number will be shown on the screen. To accept or decline the call, t

26 - Making callsVoice call options (call screen minimized)Icon DescriptionClose Float Caller and maximize the call screen.Access the keypad while a c

Internet calling - 27INTERNET CALLINGYou can place and receive internet calls over a wireless network.Adding an internet calling accountFrom the Home

28 - Internet callingCalling a contact’s internet calling addressYou must add an internet calling address to a contact to be able to place an internet

Messaging - 29MESSAGINGThis chapter shows you how to set up and use the Phone messages, Social messages and Social events functions of your smartphone

Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSSetting up 5Unpacking your smartphone... 5Getting to know your smartphone... 5Views

30 - MessagingEnter your message in the text box labeled Type text message.Tap the Menu button to see what options are available when creating a new m

Messaging - 31Multimedia messagesMultimedia messages are similar to text messages but also allow you to attach files such as pictures, audio or video

32 - Messagingsent as SMS messages. If you wish to attach a file, tap . You will be presented with a menu of options.5. When you have finished compos

Going online - 33GOING ONLINEBrowsing the internetIn order to browse the internet with your smartphone, you must be connected to a data or wireless ne

34 - Going onlineSetting up EmailYour smartphone enables you to access your email. Most popular ISPs can be set up in two steps. In the Application me

Going online - 35Composing an email1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection.2. From the Application menu tap Gmail.3. T

36 - Going onlinePlay StoreTap Play Store from the Application menu to open Google Play. Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and apps to

Going online - 37You may keep track of the download progress from both the app’s page and the notification area. Using downloaded appsOnce you’ve dow

38 - Going onlineGoogle HangoutsTap Hangouts from the Application menu to open Google Hangouts. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to

Using the Camera - 39USING THE CAMERAYour smartphone features a digital camera mounted on the front and rear. This section will take you through all t

4 - Table of contentsInserting a microSD card ... 58Appendix 59FAQ and troubleshooting ... 59Other sources o

40 - Using the CameraTap the Camcorder button and the camcorder immediately begins filming. While filming, you are unable to access camera/camcorder s

Using the Camera - 41Mode SelectorTap the Mode selector icon to open the list of modes you can choose from. Tap the icons along the top to select diff

42 - Using the CameraCamcorderThe camcorder’s scene mode changes depending on the record mode setting (see table below). White balanceCompensate for d

Using the Camera - 43Settings menusTap the Settings icon to open the Settings menu.PhotoYou may adjust the following:• Set the Resolution value and as

44 - Using the CameraVideoYou may adjust the following:• Turn Video stabilizer on or off.• Set the video Resolution.• Turn Audio on or off.OtherYou ma

Using the Camera - 45tapping the thumbnail in the corner of the image screen. Alternatively, open the Application menu and tap Gallery. From Gallery y

46 - Advanced settingsADVANCED SETTINGSPutting your smartphone in Airplane modeYou can enable Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off te

Advanced settings - 471. Press and hold the power button until you get the phone options menu.2. Tap Airplane mode to switch it ON or OFF. Restarting

48 - Advanced settingsAdjusting settingsActivating or deactivating connectionsOpen the Application menu and tap Settings to manage your connection se

Advanced settings - 49device name and discoverability. Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES to scan for available devices.To connect to a device, tap the device in

Setting up - 5SETTING UPUnpacking your smartphoneYour new smartphone comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the content

50 - Advanced settingsSelecting a networkYour phone will automatically detect your carrier/network settings when you insert a new SIM card. However, y

Advanced settings - 51You can also view and modify these settings manually through the Call settings screen.From the Home screen, tap Phone, then tap

52 - Advanced settingsDisplayTo adjust your phone’s display settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > Display.Setting the date and timeTo se

Advanced settings - 53Setting alarmsThere are two predefined alarms on your phone by default. Tap Clockin the Application menu, and then tap to edit

54 - Advanced settingsexplorer. Tap Connected as a media device to choose other connection methods.SynchronizationYou can sync your calendar, email an

Advanced settings - 55To manually synchronize an item, make sure the item is checked, tap the Menu button and then tap Sync now.FM radioThe FM radio a

56 - Advanced settingsUninstalling an appYou can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage memory.1. In the Application me

Accessories and tips - 57ACCESSORIES AND TIPSThis chapter shows you how to use accessories with your smartphone, as well as provide useful tips for wh

58 - Accessories and tips4. When you have finished tap the Menu button and then tap Save.Inserting a microSD cardYour smartphone features a memory exp

Appendix - 59APPENDIXFAQ and troubleshootingThis section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your smartphone, and gives

6 - Setting upNo. Item Description1 3.5 mm headphone jack Connects to stereo headphones.2 Power button Press to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep

60 - AppendixGoogle Play StoreWhy can’t I connect to the Play Store?1. First check that you have a Wi-Fi or data connection and then try again.Some Wi

Appendix - 61Other sources of helpFor information on Refer to ...Up-to-date information regarding your smartphonewww.acer.commobile.acer.comService en

62 - Warnings and precautionsWARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS• Do not use this product near water.• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or ta

Warnings and precautions - 63Operating environmentRemember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device w

64 - Warnings and precautions• Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on. If you suspect interference, switch off your d

Warnings and precautions - 65storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially

66 - Warnings and precautions3. DO be careful not to drop your smartphone or subject it to any strong impact. Do not place your smartphone in your bac

- 67SpecificationsPerformance• 1.3 GHz quad-core processor• System memory:• 1 GB or 2 GB RAM (depending on model)• 4 GB or 16 GB (depending on model)

68 - Connectivity• Bluetooth 4.0• IEEE 802.11b/g/n• GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz• HSPA/WCDMA: EU 900 / 2100 MHz (or US 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz)

End User License Agreement - 69END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTIMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("AGREEMENT") IS A LEGAL

Setting up - 7Charging the batteryFor initial use, you need to charge your smartphone for eight hours. After that you can recharge the battery as need

70 - End User License Agreementprohibited by the laws or regulations of the United States.SUPPORT SERVICESAcer is not obligated to provide technical o

End User License Agreement - 71INTERRUPTION, FOR PERSONAL INJURY, FOR LOSS OF PRIVACY, FOR FAILURE TO MEET ANY DUTY INCLUDING OF GOOD FAITH OR OF REAS

72 - End User License Agreementwith any other party's use and enjoyment of the Third Party Services, or the services and products of Acer's

8 - Setting up3. Insert the SIM or microSD card as shown. 4. Replace the cover by aligning the tabs on the cover into the slots on the phone. Gently

Using your smartphone - 9USING YOUR SMARTPHONETurning on for the first timeTo turn on your smartphone for the first time, press and hold the power but