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Acer P400 User Manual

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    1 acer p400 user guide.

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    2 © 2010 all rights reserved acer p400 smartphone user guide first issue: 01/2010 acer p400 smartphone model number: __________________________________ serial number: ___________________________________ date of purchase: ________________________________ place of purchase: ___________________________...

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    3 end user licence agreement 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 acer or by acer's licensors or supp...

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    4 8. Export the software in contravention of applicable export laws and regulations, or (i) sell, export, re-export, transfer, divert, disclose technical data, or dispose of, any software to any prohibited person, entity, or destination including, without limitation, cuba, iran, north korea, sudan a...

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    5 exclusion of incidental, consequential and certain other damages to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall acer, acer's suppliers, or acer's licensors, be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, punitive, or consequential damages whatsoever (including, but not limi...

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    6 if any provision of this agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be contrary to law that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible and the remaining provisions of this agreement will remain in full force and effect. Additional provisions applicable to third par...

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    7 table of contents end user licence agreement getting to know your smartphone features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 other sources of help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11...

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    8 shooting a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 photo and video options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 chapter 6: advanced settings putting your smartphone in flight mode . . . . . . . . . 39 comm. Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    9 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 organizing your information and synchronizing it with your personal activities an easy, efficient task. It...

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    10 other sources of help other sources of help to help you use your smartphone, we have designed a set of guides: refer to: accessing the help menus your smartphone features detailed help menus to aid you in making connections and using the embedded applications. 1. Tap > help to access the help men...

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    11 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 prom...

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    12 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 p400 smartphone • battery ...

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    13 getting to know your smartphone getting to know your smartphone views 1 4 3 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 2 9 10 15 no. Item description 1 power button press to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold for more than three seconds to turn the smartphone off. 2 3.5 mm headset jack connect t...

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    14 getting to know your smartphone home button indicator the home button is surrounded by a colored ring that indicates power status. Extending battery life to extend your smartphone’s battery life, please follow these steps: 1. Tap start > settings > system > backlight 8 end button press to end a c...

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    15 getting to know your smartphone • set turn off backlight if device is not used for to 30 sec. • set the backlight level to the 6th level. • disable auto-adjust backlight by battery level. 2. Click start > settings > system > power > advanced > sleep mode setting > on battery power • adjust turn o...

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    16 installing or removing the battery 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 1 2 insert your fingernail...

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    17 installing a sim or microsd card caution: risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Charging the battery for initial use, you need to charge your smartphone for eight hours. After that you can charge it each day to rech...

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    18 installing a sim or microsd card 6. Turn off the phone by pressing and holding the power button. 7. Microsd sim open the cover and remove the battery as described in “removing the battery“ on page 17. 8. Insert the sim or microsd card as shown. 9. Replace the battery and battery cover. Note: ensu...

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    19 turning on for the first time chapter 2: using your smartphone turning on for the first time to turn on your smartphone for the first time, press and hold the power button until the system bootup screen appears. Follow the setup screens to set up your phone. Entering your pin when you install a s...

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    20 the onscreen keyboard tap and hold: tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform. The onscreen keyboard you can activate an onscreen keyboard in certain applications when entering data. Tap the keyboard ...

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    21 the onscreen keyboard connecting to your pc and synchronizing data you can synchronize the data on your smartphone with the data on your pc using the supplied usb sync cable and the windows sync center or activesync. Refer to connecting to a pc and installing software on page 48 for more details ...

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    22 before making a call chapter 3: making calls this chapter shows you how to make phone calls, and the various options available to you during your call. Before making a call check that the phone function is on before you make a call; you can activate the phone from the comm. Manager (refer to comm...

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    23 the onscreen number pad the onscreen number pad the onscreen number pad allows you to enter numbers to dial. To access the onscreen number pad: 1. Press the call button, or 2. Tap phone from the home screen, or 3. Tap > . Making a call to one of your contacts 1. Your contacts will be displayed ab...

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    24 the onscreen number pad dialing from other applications you can dial numbers quickly and easily even when using other applications. 1. Press the call button to open the phone dialer. 2. Make your call. 3. When you have finished your call, tap the end key. Dialing an international number when dial...

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    25 the voice call screen the voice call screen once you have dialed your number the voice call screen appears, where several options are available. Open favorites or call history. Mute the call. Put the current call on hold. Add a note. Enter the phonebook. Turn the speaker on. Display the keypad. N...

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    26 onscreen call options ending a call to end a call, press the end key. Putting a call on hold to put a call on hold, tap hold ( ) on the voice call screen. Tap again to resume the call. Swapping between calls when you receive a second call while already on a call, the number of the second caller w...

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    27 onscreen call options adding notes you can write or type notes during a call to record important information and view it at a later date. 1. Tap note ( ) on the voice call screen. 2. Use the keyboard to enter letters and characters. 3. Tap ok when you have finished to save the note. To view the n...

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    28 onscreen call options redialing a missed call when you have a missed call, the icon appears at the home screen. 1. Tap phone to display the missed call details. 2. Select the call from the list and tap . Call history view recent calls by accessing call history: open the onscreen number pad, then ...

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    29 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 messaging screen. To access the messaging screen, tap text ( ). Then tap the drop-d...

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    30 text (sms) messages tap a subfolder to open it. Tap inbox to return to the main messaging screen. Tap 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 folders, tap menu, ...

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    31 mms messages sorting text messages you can sort your text messages by message type, sender, received messages and message subject. Tap the sort by drop-down menu in the top-right of the messaging screen, and select an option from the list. Mms messages mms messages are similar to text messages bu...

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    32 mms messages 1. Tap text ( ) from the home screen. Select inbox from the drop-down menu in the top left corner of the messaging screen. 2. Tap > mms settings > mms profiles tab. 3. Tap a profile from the list. Tap edit to view the selected profile settings. 4. Tap each field to adjust its setting...

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    33 mms messages replying to mms messages when a new mms message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the screen and a notification message is displayed. 1. Tap text ( ). 2. Tap a message to open it. 3. Tap > reply to reply to the message. The message window will appear. 4. Follow the steps ...

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    34 e-mail e-mail your smartphone uses outlook mobile to manage email accounts. Tap e-mail from the home screen or > e-mail to access the account setup. Tap setup e-mail to set up your email account. Enter your email address and password to set up the account. Select if you want to save your password...

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    35 camera icons and indicators chapter 5: using the camera your smartphone features a 3.2-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 and hold the camera button. Camera ...

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    36 taking a photo taking a photo 1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone. 2. Adjust any settings you require, such as brightness and scene mode. 3. Press the key down to take the picture. Tap to set the capture mode. • photo • video • poi photo • continuous • mms zoom in or out; the options...

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    37 shooting a video shooting a video 1. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone. 2. Press the camera button down fully to begin recording. 3. Press the camera button down fully to stop recording. Supported formats the following file formats are supported: saving photos and videos to a microsd ...

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    38 photo and video options tap the album icon and select a photo to view. Tap the photo to display the option icons. From this interface, you can start a slideshow with all the pictures in the folder, send the current picture to a contact as an mms or email message, view the picture’s information, d...

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    39 putting your smartphone in flight mode chapter 6: advanced settings putting your smartphone in flight mode you can enter flight mode to turn off telephone, bluetooth and wlan functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permi...

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    40 comm. Manager comm. Manager your smartphone features phone, bluetooth and wlan functions. This section will explain how to activate and set basic phone, bluetooth and wireless network (wlan) connection settings through the comm. Manager screen. Tip: tap and hold the name of any communication type...

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    41 adjusting connection settings phone connections once you have inserted a sim card, your smartphone will automatically detect your network provider. For all phone settings, tap > settings > personal > phone. Here you can adjust ringtone, security, services, network and cb (cell broadcast) settings...

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    42 adjusting connection settings adjusting bluetooth settings you can use bluetooth to exchange information between your smartphone and other mobile devices. Bluetooth connections for all bluetooth settings, tap > settings > bluetooth. Here you can adjust bluetooth profiles, status, accessibility, a...

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    43 phone settings phone settings many phone settings are automatically configured by your smartphone when you insert a sim card. The device will communicate with your service provider and automatically obtain all necessary settings, such as network name, voice mail and text message center numbers. Y...

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    44 phone settings 3. Specify whether to forward all calls or only under certain conditions. Tap the checkboxes to select the option you require and enter number(s) to forward calls to. 4. Tap ok to confirm and save. Setting up call waiting 1. Tap > settings > personal > phone > services tab. 2. Sele...

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    45 managing your phonebook choosing a ringtone a profile contains settings for alert notification, device volume, ring type and tone. 1. Tap > settings > personal > phone > sounds. 2. Select your preferred ringtone. 3. Tap ok to confirm and save. Configuring end button functions you can shut down yo...

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    46 managing your phonebook you can choose to save contacts directly to your sim card. This is useful if you use your sim card with multiple phones and you always need your address book at hand. Note: you can only enter a contact name, telephone number and email when creating a new sim contact. If mo...

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    47 managing your phonebook copying a contact from internal memory to the sim card note: copying a contact from internal memory to your sim will only copy the contact’s name and phone number. Names longer than 14 characters will be truncated. 1. Tap > contacts. 2. Select the contact you want. 3. Tap ...

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    48 connecting to a pc and installing software assigning a ringtone and picture to specific contacts you can assign a specific ringtone and picture to a particular phone contact so they are easily identifiable when they call. 1. Tap > contacts. 2. Select the contact you want to edit by using the up a...

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    49 acer sync plug the micro usb connector into your smartphone, then connect the usb connector into an available usb port on your computer. After a short delay, your smartphone should be recognized and the program to synchronize your smartphone files will open. Please check the help files for the pr...

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    50 acer sync from these accounts, you will need to remove the existing account and replace it with another account. Adding a google account to add a google account: 1. Tap > acer sync. 2. Tap next. 3. Enter your google email and password. 4. Check save password. Note: if you choose not to save your ...

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    51 acer sync note: you have to choose at least one data type. Preference settings settings description album name the location where your photos will be uploaded to on picasa. If the album doesn’t exist on picasa, acer sync will create it automatically. Album privacy defines who may view the album. ...

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    52 other functions 2. Tap menu > edit profile to edit the data of your account and modify your preferences. 3. Tap menu > delete profile to remove the account you are using right now. 4. Tap view my picasa to launch pocket ie and open your public picasa album. 5. Tap view my youtube to launch pocket...

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    53 other functions setting a new appointment 1. Tap > calendar. 2. Tap > new appointment. 3. Enter appointment information and reminder frequency. 4. Tap ok to confirm and save. To edit an appointment, tap the date and tap the entry to open the edit page. Creating tasks tasks can be set to remind yo...

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    54 multimedia playback tap favorites in the home screen and tap internet explorer to open the browser. To adjust your browser settings, tap > > tools. Starting windows live 1. Tap > windows live. 2. Sign in with your email address and password and your contacts list appears. Multimedia playback your...

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    55 multimedia playback 2. Locate the file to playback, and tap once to play it in windows media player. Spinlets spinlets gives you access to your favorite music, movie and television content. Get your favorite music, photos and videos from your mobile phone and share your favorite spinlets on socia...

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    56 multimedia playback browsing genres to browse the gallery by genre, tap the genres button on the bottom left corner of the screen. You will see a new screen with a list of different genres. Tap on the genre you wish to view. Sort to sort through spinlets by name, ratings or newest content, select...

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    57 multimedia playback exploring spinlets widgets when you select an album, you will see a spinlet. To play the featured song, select the red play button. To play selected songs, select the music tab and choose which songs you would like to play. To view artist photos, select the photos tab. Sharing...

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    58 satellite data update streaming media note: this application may not be available in your region or for your language. Steaming media allows you to view streamed video off the internet directly on your smartphone. If you try to open an audio or movie video that is not supported by microsoft windo...

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    59 personalizing your smartphone note: all the following connections allow your smartphone to download the latest gps data. If there is more than one connection available, the system will automatically select the best connection, in the following order: sync connection to pc; gprs (not supported whe...

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    60 personalizing your smartphone naming your smartphone your smartphone uses a name to identify itself when connected to other computers. To specify a name, tap > settings > system > about > device id tab. Enter a name for your device. Add a description if necessary. Tap ok to confirm and save. Adju...

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    61 personalizing your smartphone 2. Select to enable sounds for events or programs. You can also specify to enable sounds when tapping the screen or pressing buttons. 3. Tap the notifications tab. 4. Select an event from the list and the notification options for that event are displayed. 5. Adjust t...

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    62 personalizing your smartphone managing system certificates system certificates are used to positively identify your smartphone to other systems. Tap > settings > system > certificates to view all certificates. Setting the date and time to set the date and time: 1. Tap > settings > clock & alarms ...

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    63 personalizing your smartphone 2. Tap the region, number, currency, date and time tabs to view information for your region. Adjust any if necessary. 3. Tap ok to confirm and save. Viewing power status 1. Tap > settings > system > backlight. 2. Click the power link located at the bottom of the scre...

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    64 updating your smartphone configuring screen options you can change orientation, align the screen, enable cleartype and adjust text size to make viewing your smartphone as comfortable as possible. 1. Tap > settings > system > screen > general tab. 2. Select screen orientation and tap align screen ...

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    65 setting a schedule your computer and use your computer’s internet connection to download the update. Install this update correctly by following the instructions provided with the files. Setting a schedule it is also possible to set schedule to check for updates. 1. Tap > notification manager. 2. ...

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    66 resetting your smartphone clean boot warning! You should only perform a clean boot when all other reset options have failed to restore your smartphone to an operational state. A clean boot will restore your smartphone to the factory settings. Warning! This will erase all your personal information...

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    67 using the headset chapter 7: accessories and tips this chapter shows you how to use accessories with your smartphone, as well as provide useful tips for when you are using your smartphone. Using the headset your smartphone comes packaged with a headset with built-in microphone for handsfree use w...

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    68 using your smartphone as a modem 3. Tap the icon for your bluetooth headset. 4. Enter your headset passkey and tap ok or press the ok button. 5. Tap finish to complete setup. When you want to answer an incoming call, press the “answer” button on your bluetooth headset. Press the end key to end th...

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    69 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 est...

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    70 inserting a microsd card hold bluetooth to open the settings page. From the options listed, change your device’s visibility status to discoverable. Ensure that your computer’s bluetooth adapter is switched on. • click add a device, then follow the steps of the add bluetooth device wizard. • doubl...

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    71 faq, troubleshooting and error messages appendix faq, troubleshooting and error messages this section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your smartphone, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Aspect question answer audio why is there no sound comi...

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    72 faq, troubleshooting and error messages error messages heat the phone heats up when charging or making long duration calls. It is normal for the phone to heat up when charging. When charging is complete, it will return to its normal temperature. It is also normal for the phone to heat up during l...

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    73 specifications specifications performance • qualcomm msm 7227, 600 mhz • system memory: • 256 mb of sdram • 512 mb of flash rom • microsoft windows mobile 6.5 professional edition display • 3.2” tft lcd touchscreen • 480 x 320 resolution • 65k color support • microsoft cleartype technology for cl...

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    74 specifications usb connector • micro usb connector • 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 / 2100 (eu models) • umts 850 / 1900 / 2100 (us models) • hsdpa / hsupa / edge / gprs camera • 3.2 megapi...

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    75 warnings and precautions constantly using the backlight or using power-demanding applications will shorten battery life between charges. Size and weight • dimensions: 115 (h) x 59.3 (w) x 12 (t) mm • weight: 125 g (including battery) warnings and precautions • do not use this product near water. ...

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    76 warnings and precautions which may cause a short circuit or damage, and even a risk of explosion from the battery pack. Caution when listening to music to protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. • do not increase...

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    77 warnings and precautions it will eventually wear out. When the talk and standby times are noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use only acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with acer approved chargers designated for this device. Unplug the charger from the electri...

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    78 warnings and precautions replacing the battery pack your smartphone uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. ...

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    79 warnings and precautions storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. Medical devices operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician o...

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    80 warnings and precautions systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a v...

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    81 emergency calls gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders. Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress. Emergency calls important: wireless phones, including this device, operate u...

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    82 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...

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    83 taking care of your smartphone actual pen or pencil or other sharp object on the screen surface. 2. Do not expose your smartphone to rain or moisture. Do not let water enter the circuitry through the front panel buttons or expansion slots. In general, treat your smartphone as you would a mobile p...

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    84 safety regulations safety regulations 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 image and does not constitute a malfunction. Radio...

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    85 safety regulations may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time. 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 pow...

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    86 safety regulations departments in which the use of the 2400 - 2483.5 mhz band is permitted with an eirp of less than 100 mw indoors and less than 10 mw outdoors: 01 ain orientales 02 aisne 03 allier 05 hautes alpes 08 ardennes 09 ariege 11 aude 12 aveyron 16 charente 24 dordogne 25 doubs 26 drome...

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    87 safety regulations certificate information (sar) this device meets the eu requirements (1999/519/ec) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. The limits are part of extensive recommendations for the protection of the general public...

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    88 safety regulations 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! Explosionsgefahr...

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    Acer incorporated date: january 27, 2010 declaration of conformity we, acer incorporated, of 8f., no. 88, sec. 1, hsin tai wu rd. Hsichih taipei hsien 221, taiwan declare under sole responsibility that the product: model: e400 / p400 description: smart handheld to which this declaration relates, is ...

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    90 a acer sync adding a google account .... 50 managing your account ...... 51 settings .............................. 51 synchronizing ..................... 50 applications ........................... 21 history ............................... 21 b backlight settings ................... 61 battery ...

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    91 r ringtones ............................... 45 s safety regulations ................... 75 screen options ........................ 64 sd card .................................. 70 information ....................... 74 software removing ........................... 63 sounds and notifications .......