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Acer Liquid Z220 Duo User Manual

Summary of Liquid Z220 Duo

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    User’s manual.

  • Page 2: Important

    2 - © 2015 all rights reserved acer liquid z220 duo user’s manual model: z220 this revision: march 2015 acer liquid z220 duo smartphone model number: _______________________________________________ serial number: _______________________________________________ date of purchase: _____________________...

  • Page 3: Able

    Table of contents - 3 t able of contents setting up 5 unpacking your smartphone.................... 5 getting to know your smartphone............ 5 views .......................................................... 5 charging the battery ................................... 6 installing a sim or micros...

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    4 - table of contents inserting a microsd card ....................... 59 managing your sim cards 60 sim management..................................... 60 appendix 63 faq and troubleshooting ....................... 63 other sources of help............................. 65 warnings and precautions 66...

  • Page 5: Etting

    Setting up - 5 s etting 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: • your new acer smartphone • usb cable • ac adapter • hea...

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    6 - setting up charging the battery for initial use, you need to charge your smartphone for eight hours. After that you can recharge the battery as needed. Connect the ac adapter cord to the micro usb connector on your smartphone. No. Item description 1 3.5 mm headphone jack connects to stereo headp...

  • Page 7

    Setting up - 7 installing a sim or microsd card to take full advantage of your smartphone’s telephony capabilities, you must install a sim card. Your new smartphone has multiple sim card holders; install any combination of sim cards. Additionally, you may wish to increase your smartphone’s storage b...

  • Page 8

    8 - setting up 3. Insert the sim or microsd card as shown. 4. Align the gold-colored connectors on the battery with the connectors at the top of the battery compartment and insert the battery. Microsd card micro sim 2 sim 1 (optional) note: your smartphone may be equipped with one or two sim slots d...

  • Page 9: Sim Card Lock

    Setting up - 9 5. Replace the cover by aligning the tabs on the cover into the slots on the phone. Gently press the cover until it snaps in place. 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...

  • Page 10: Sing

    10 - using your smartphone u sing 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. Follow the onscreen instruct...

  • Page 11: Locking Your Smartphone

    Using your smartphone - 11 locking your smartphone if you will not use your smartphone for a while, briefly press the power button to lock access. This saves battery power and ensures your smartphone does not unintentionally use any services. Your smartphone will lock automatically if it is not used...

  • Page 12: See Multitasking On Page 20

    12 - using your smartphone navigating through menus and options to navigate through menus and options, there are three buttons beneath the screen. Back tap this button to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a menu. Home tap this button to go directly to the home screen. Tap and hold th...

  • Page 13: Onscreen Keyboards

    Using your smartphone - 13 onscreen keyboards google keyboard this is a standard onscreen qwerty keyboard that allows you to enter text. Tap and hold a key with numbers at the top to select alternative characters, such as letters with accents. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special character...

  • Page 14: Predictive Text

    14 - using your smartphone changing the text input method to change the input method, in the application menu tap settings > language & input > current keyboard and then select your preferred input method. Predictive text android keyboard provides predictive text input for the browser. As you tap th...

  • Page 15: Search

    Using your smartphone - 15 at the bottom of the screen is the application dock which displays default apps. Tap an icon to open the app. Tap the application menu icon in the middle of the application dock to view your apps. To change apps, see changing application dock icons on page 17 . Search to s...

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    16 - using your smartphone personalizing the home screen you may personalize your home screen by adding or removing app shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper. Adding and removing shortcuts and widgets to add shortcuts, tap the application menu to see a list of apps you can drag to a ho...

  • Page 17

    Using your smartphone - 17 appears, release the widget. If the widget is resizable, you will be able to drag the sides of the widget to resize it. Adding or removing folders you can also add folders to your home screen. To create a new folder drag and drop an app icon onto another app icon in the ho...

  • Page 18: The Application (Apps) Menu

    18 - using your smartphone changing the wallpaper in the application menu, tap settings > display > wallpaper. Choose from images stored in the gallery, live wallpapers (featuring animated or interactive backgrounds), photos or wallpapers. Alternatively, tap and hold anywhere on the home screen. Tap...

  • Page 19: Notification and Status Area

    Using your smartphone - 19 notification and status area notification and status icons are shown at the top of the screen. The top-right area displays a variety of status information, such as wi-fi connectivity, signal strength, battery status, and time. The top-left area displays event icons, such a...

  • Page 20: Multitasking

    20 - using your smartphone multitasking you can have multiple apps open at the same time. To open a new app, tap the home button to return to the home screen, then start the new app. Tap the menu button to quickly navigate back and forth between previously- opened apps. Note to extend battery life, ...

  • Page 21: Anaging

    Managing contacts - 21 m anaging contacts managing your contacts your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the internal memory or onto your sim card. Tap the contacts app from the application menu or tap contacts from the dialer to view your contacts. If you...

  • Page 22: Adding A Contact

    22 - managing contacts adding a contact to add a contact, open the contacts app from the application menu and then tap . Choose an existing account to store the contact to or tap add new account to add a new account. To create a contact, first choose where you want to store the contact’s information...

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    Managing contacts - 23 contact, or place the contact on your home screen. You may also create a contact from an already dialed or received number, see saving a dialed number to contacts on page 28 ..

  • Page 24: Aking

    24 - making calls m aking 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 smartphone is connected to the network before you make a call. You can confirm the smartphone status from the notification ar...

  • Page 25: Making A Call

    Making calls - 25 making a call 1. From the home screen tap phone > to open the onscreen number pad. 2. Enter the number you wish to dial. 3. Tap to make the call. 4. To end the call, tap . If the contact you need is displayed, simply tap the contact name to make a call. Dialing a number from call h...

  • Page 26: Viewing Missed Calls

    26 - making calls to view call details and other options, tap the number or contact’s name. Tap call back to call the contact. Viewing missed calls missed call notifications are displayed in the following three areas: 1. The notification area with the missed call icon. Open the notification area and...

  • Page 27: Direct Dial Widget

    Making calls - 27 simply tap and hold 0+ on the onscreen number pad until + appears onscreen. Direct dial widget you may add a direct dial widget for a contact on your home screen. Open the application menu, then tap the widgets tab. Tap and hold direct dial and you will be able to place the widget ...

  • Page 28: Icon

    28 - making calls when you have an incoming call and the screen is not locked, the incoming call will be minimized and shown at the top. Tap dismiss to decline the call or tap answer to accept the call. Ending a call to end a call, tap from the voice call screen. Voice call options icon description ...

  • Page 29: Nternet

    Internet calling - 29 i nternet calling you can place and receive internet calls over a wireless network. Adding an internet calling account from the home screen, tap phone. If open, tap the back button to close the onscreen number pad. Tap the then settings > call settings > phone account settings....

  • Page 30: Note

    30 - internet calling calling a contact’s internet calling address you must add an internet calling address to a contact to be able to place an internet call to them. To make an internet call, from the application menu tap contacts. Tap on the contact to open their profile, and then tap on their int...

  • Page 31: Essaging

    Messaging - 31 m essaging this chapter shows you how to set up and use the messaging 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, open the application menu > messaging...

  • Page 32: Replying to A Message

    32 - messaging tap to add contacts from your contacts list, or tap the type name or number field to enter the recipient’s phone number or name directly. Suggested contacts will be displayed in a drop-down list below the text field. To select a suggested contact, tap the contact’s name. Enter your me...

  • Page 33: Multimedia Messages

    Messaging - 33 multimedia messages multimedia messages are similar to text messages but also allow you to attach files such as pictures, audio or video clips. Each message can be up to 300 kb in size. Receiving multimedia messages when a new multimedia message arrives, a message icon appears at the ...

  • Page 34

    34 - messaging sms messages. If you wish to attach a file, tap . You will be presented with a menu of options. 5. When you have finished composing the message, tap the send icon..

  • Page 35: Oing

    Going online - 35 g oing 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 to start browsing, open the application menu and tap chrome. To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the...

  • Page 36: Setting Up Email

    36 - going online setting up email your smartphone enables you to access your email. Most popular isps can be set up in two steps. In the application menu tap email to start setting up your email account. If necessary, enter your email address and tap manual setup to enter the parameters manually. T...

  • Page 37: Voice Search

    Going online - 37 composing an email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or wi-fi connection. 2. From the application menu tap gmail. 3. Tap . 4. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message. 5. When you are finished composing your message, tap . Voice search with voi...

  • Page 38: Play Store

    38 - going online play store tap play store from the application menu to open google play. Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and apps to enhance the functionality of your smartphone. The contents and design of google play varies by region. For example, in some regions, you can also br...

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    Going online - 39 you may keep track of the download progress from both the app’s page and the notification area. Using downloaded apps once you’ve downloaded and installed an app, you may find it in the application menu and/or widgets section. Certain apps provide both an app and widget, or only pr...

  • Page 40: Google Hangouts

    40 - going online google hangouts tap hangouts from the application menu to open google hangouts. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to google hangouts services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you have connected, you can open a video chat session. Maps, navigation, pl...

  • Page 41: Sing

    Using the camera - 41 u sing the c amera your smartphone features a digital camera mounted on the front and rear. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone. To activate the camera, open the application menu and tap camera. Camera/camcorder icon...

  • Page 42

    42 - using the camera tap the camcorder button and the camcorder immediately begins filming. While filming, you are unable to access camera/camcorder settings; however, you can still take pictures with the shutter button. Tap the stop recording button to stop filming. Flash last picture / shutter bu...

  • Page 43: Mode Selector

    Using the camera - 43 mode selector tap the mode selector icon to open the list of modes you can choose from. Tap the icons along the top to select different items. Camera capture mode: select a capture mode. Scene mode: adjust photo parameters for a particular environment. Color effect: applies a c...

  • Page 44: Record Mode:

    44 - using the camera camcorder the camcorder’s scene mode changes depending on the record mode setting (see table below). Record mode: scene mode: effect: white balance compensate for different lighting environments. Image properties adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, and sharpness. Self-...

  • Page 45: Settings Menus

    Using the camera - 45 settings menus tap the settings icon to open the settings menu. Photo you may adjust the following: • set the resolution value and aspect ratio. • set the iso value. • turn continuous shutter on or off: tap and hold the shutter button for continuous images. • turn touch to capt...

  • Page 46: Taking A Photo

    46 - using the camera • set the video resolution. • turn audio on or off. Other you may adjust the following: • turn gps location info on or off: stores gps information in the image information. • choose to reset to default camera settings. Taking a photo 1. Ensure you have adjusted the settings des...

  • Page 47: Geotagging

    Using the camera - 47 you may also edit individual photos you have taken by tapping the icon in the lower left-hand corner of the image. Geotagging geotagging allows you to store the location where a photo or video was taken right in the photo or video itself. For the geotag to display, pictures mus...

  • Page 48: Dvanced

    48 - advanced settings a dvanced settings putting your smartphone in airplane mode you can enable airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off cellular, wi-fi and bluetooth functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is p...

  • Page 49: Restarting Your Smartphone

    Advanced settings - 49 restarting your smartphone you can restart (reboot) your smartphone if you find apps are not responding. Press and hold the power button and the volume up button at the same time until the smartphone restarts. Adjusting settings activating or deactivating connections open the ...

  • Page 50: Putting Your Smartphone In

    50 - advanced settings if your smartphone is in airplane mode, the option to turn bluetooth on will be disabled. Please refer to putting your smartphone in airplane mode on page 48 for instructions on turning airplane mode on or off. Adjusting bluetooth settings you can use bluetooth to exchange inf...

  • Page 51: Up Wi-Fi Hotspot.

    Advanced settings - 51 wi-fi hotspot you can turn your smartphone into a portable wi-fi hotspot to share your mobile internet connection with up to 8 clients. 1. In the application menu tap settings > more > tethering & portable hotspot. Turn wi-fi hotspot on.Tap wi-fi hotspot > set up wi-fi hotspot...

  • Page 52: Data Usage.

    52 - advanced settings tap auto to connect to the available network with the strongest signal. This may lead to your smartphone jumping between networks when you move around. Data usage control settings data usage controls let you monitor total usage by network type and app and then set limits if ne...

  • Page 53: Display

    Advanced settings - 53 adjusting the volume adjust the volume of your smartphone using the volume button on the side of the smartphone. Alternatively, you can set the media, alarm and ring volume by opening the application menu and tapping settings > sound & notification. Display to adjust your smar...

  • Page 54: Setting Alarms

    54 - advanced settings time based on information it receives from the network. Setting alarms there are two predefined alarms on your smartphone by default. Tap clock in the application menu, and then tap to edit alarm settings. You may: • turn the alarm on or off. • set the alarm time. • set which ...

  • Page 55: Synchronization

    Advanced settings - 55 explorer. Tap connected as a media device to choose other connection methods. Synchronization you can sync your calendar, email and contacts on your smartphone and never worry about losing them again. Sync in real time or adjust it as you please. In the application menu, tap s...

  • Page 56: Fm Radio

    56 - advanced settings uncheck any for manual synchronization. To manually synchronize an item, make sure the item is checked, tap the menu button and then tap sync now. Fm radio the fm radio allows you to listen to your favorite stations while on the move. Headphones must be inserted to the 3.5 mm ...

  • Page 57: Applications (Apps)

    Advanced settings - 57 applications (apps) closing an app to close an active app, in the application menu tap settings > apps. Swipe over to the running tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select stop to close the program. Uninstalling an app you can remove programs installed on your smartp...

  • Page 58: Ccessories

    58 - accessories and tips a ccessories 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 is compatible with headsets with a built-in microphone for handsfree use when m...

  • Page 59: Inserting A Microsd Card

    Accessories and tips - 59 4. When you have finished tap the menu button and then tap save. Inserting a microsd card your smartphone features a memory expansion slot that accepts a microsd card to expand memory and storage capacity. Please refer to installing a sim or microsd card on page 7 for instr...

  • Page 60: Anaging

    60 - managing your sim cards m anaging your sim cards sim management open the application menu and tap settings > sim cards. From this screen, you can: 1. Enable or disable each sim. 2. Tap the sim name to configure each sim’s name and number. 3. Set the default sim for mobile data. 4. Set the defau...

  • Page 61

    Managing your sim cards - 61 selecting which sim to use when sending a text message if you have set sms messages to always ask, you will be asked which sim to use each time you send a text message. Enter the message and recipient information, then tap the send button. A dialog opens; tap the sim to ...

  • Page 62: When A Sim Is:

    62 - managing your sim cards limitations when using multiple sims when a sim is: other sims cannot: in a call dial out ringing receive a call (caller will get a "number not available" message) sending or receiving a message send or receive a message using a data connection use a data connection note...

  • Page 63: Ppendix

    Appendix - 63 a ppendix 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 suggestions audio why is there no sound coming from the device? If the headset is p...

  • Page 64: Page 6

    64 - appendix google play store why 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-fi "hotspots" require you to log in before accessing the internet. 2. If you still cannot connect, try adjusting your date/time settings. Open th...

  • Page 65: Other Sources of Help

    Appendix - 65 other sources of help for information on refer to ... Up-to-date information regarding your smartphone www.Acer.Com mobile.Acer.Com service enquiries www.Acer.Com/support unlock pattern i forgot my unlock pattern. After a certain number of wrong entries, you will be presented with an o...

  • Page 66: Arnings

    66 - warnings and precautions w arnings 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 damaged. • slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the pr...

  • Page 67: Medical Devices

    Warnings and precautions - 67 operating environment remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions. To successfully transm...

  • Page 68: Vehicles

    68 - warnings and precautions • always keep the device more than 15.3 cm (6") from the pacemaker. • not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on. If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it. Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere wit...

  • Page 69: Emergency Calls

    Warnings and precautions - 69 observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include belo...

  • Page 70

    70 - warnings and precautions smartphone or other small electronic device. 3. Do be careful not to drop your smartphone or subject it to any strong impact. Do not place your smartphone in your back pocket. 4. Do not expose your smartphone to extreme temperatures. For example, do not leave your smart...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    - 71 specifications performance • 1.2 ghz dual-core processor • system memory: • rom 8 gb emmc + ram 1 gb • android operating system display • 4" tft lcd, capacitive touchscreen • 480 x 800 resolution multimedia formats supported: usb connector • micro usb connector • usb client • dc power-in (5 v, ...

  • Page 72: Connectivity

    72 - connectivity • bluetooth 4.0 • ieee 802.11b/g/n • gsm 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 mhz • hspa / wcdma* • sku 1: 900 mhz (b8) / 2100 mhz (b1) • sku 2: 850 mhz (b5) / 1900 mhz (b2) • sku 3: 850 mhz (b5) / 1700 mhz (b4 - aws) • hspa+ / gprs / edge • gps *frequency depends on model. Camera • 5 mp rear c...

  • Page 73: Dimensions

    - 73 dimensions height 125.3 mm width 64 mm thickness 9.57 mm weight 120 g (with battery).

  • Page 74: Ser

    74 - end user license agreement e nd u ser l icense a greement important-read carefully: this end user license agreement ("agreement") is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity), and acer inc. Including its subsidiaries ("acer") for the software (whether provided by a...

  • Page 75

    End user license agreement - 75 sudan and syria; or (ii) use any software for any use prohibited by the laws or regulations of the united states. Support services acer is not obligated to provide technical or other support for the software. Acer live update certain of the software contains elements ...

  • Page 76

    76 - end user license agreement provision of this agreement, even in the event of the fault, tort (including negligence), strict liability, breach of contract or breach of warranty of acer or its suppliers or licensors, and even if acer and its suppliers and licensors have been advised of the possib...

  • Page 77

    End user license agreement - 77 privacy policy during registration you will be asked to submit some information to acer. Please refer to acer’s privacy policy at www.Acer.Com or your local acer website..