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- Page 2 © 2013 All Rights Reserved Acer Liquid E2 Duo User’s Manual Model: V370 This revision: 5/2013 Acer Liquid E2 Duo Smartphone Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents ......... . 3 Setting up . - Page 4 Maps, Navigation, Places and Latitude ....... 32 AcerCloud setup ......... 34 AcerCloud setup for Windows .
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Page 5: Setting Up
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 Liquid E2 Duo Smartphone • Battery • Quick Guide •... -
Page 6: Installing Or Removing The Battery
Item Description Front-facing camera Useful for taking self portrait images. Light sensor Detects ambient light and automatically adjusts screen brightness. LED indicator Indicates the phone’s charging status. Touchscreen 4.5-inch, 960 x 540 pixel capacitive touchscreen to display data, phone content and enter information. -
Page 7: Charging The Battery
Place the battery into the battery compartment, lining up the battery connectors with those at the bottom of the compartment. Align the tabs on the cover into the slots on the phone. Gently press the cover until it snaps in place. CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. -
Page 8: Installing A Sim Or Microsd Card
Replace the battery cover as described above. Installing a SIM or microSD Card To take full advantage of your smartphone’s telephony capabilities, you must install a SIM card. The SIM card holder is located at the top of the battery bay. Your new phone has two SIM card holders, you may install one or two SIM cards. -
Page 9: Using Your Smartphone
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 screen turns on. You will then be asked to configure some settings before you can use your smartphone. -
Page 10: Navigating Through Menus And Options
Waking your smartphone If the screen is off and the smartphone does not react to any taps on the screen or front panel button, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode. Press the power button to wake your smartphone. Unlock your smartphone by sliding your finger from one side of the screen to the other (it works both ways). - Page 11 Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options. Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. 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.
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Page 12: Text Assistance
Swype Swype is a fast way to enter text. It allows you to type with one continuous motion across the screen keyboard; you create a word by drawing through letters. Put your finger on the first letter of the word and draw a path from letter to letter, lifting up only after the last letter. -
Page 13: The Home Screen
Function Description Language Set the language used by the keyboard. Options • Add contact names and words used in posts to your Swype Connect personal dictionary. • Change data settings. Personal Check words added you your personal dictionary. dictionary Updates Check for application and dictionary updates. -
Page 14: Personalizing The Home Screen
The extended Home screen The Home screen extends to either side of the screen, giving you more room to add icons, widgets or features. To view the extended screen, slide your finger to the left or right. Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper. -
Page 15: Changing The Wallpaper
To resize a widget that is already on the Home screen, tap and hold the widget. Once the Remove icon 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. - Page 16 Changing home screen settings Tap and hold any open area on the Home screen. Tap the Home screen settings tab to modify sliding effects. You can change the transition effect when scrolling to different screens. In addition, you can turn on and off automatic scrolling and cycle scrolling.
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Page 17: Connection Icons
Connection icons Note: Connection icons appear in different colors if you have two SIMs inserted. Icon Description Icon Description Connected to GPRS mobile Roaming network Connected to EDGE mobile Cellular signal strength network Connected to 3G mobile network Mobile data transferring Connected to HSDPA network Connected to a wireless network... - Page 18 Icon Description Icon Description New/unread SMS/MMS Phone microphone is off Problem with sending SMS/MMS Application update available New Google Talk message System update available New voicemail Missed call Upcoming event Song is playing Syncing data More notifications Warning, open the notification GPS is on area for more information SD card or USB storage is full...
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Page 19: Managing Contacts
Managing 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. Open the People application from the Application menu or from the Dialer to view your contacts. If you don’t have any contacts stored on your phone, you can import your Google account contacts, add a new contact or import contacts from your SIM or SD card. -
Page 20: Making Calls
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 confirm the phone status from the Notification area. - Page 21 1. The Notification area with the missed call icon. Open the Notification area and tap the missed call notification to display the missed call details. 2. By the Phone icon (the number in the box is the number of missed calls). Tap Phone from either the Home screen or the Application menu to directly display the missed call details.
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Page 22: The Voice Call Screen
The voice call screen Once you have dialed your number the voice call screen appears, which displays the number/contact you are talking to, the call duration and voice call options. Answering or declining a call When you have an incoming call, the number will be shown on the screen. To accept or decline the call, tap the appropriate icon and slide your finger across the screen. -
Page 23: Voice Call Options
Voice call options Icon Description Place the call on hold. Mute a call. Speakerphone. Access the keypad while a call is in progress. Two options: • Add a second call • Record the conversation. Saving a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use. -
Page 24: Internet Calling
Internet calling You can place and receive Internet calls over wireless network. Adding an Internet calling account From the Home screen tap Phone to open the onscreen number pad. Tap the Menu button and tap Settings > Call settings > Internet Call. Enable the Use Internet calling and tap Accounts. - Page 25 Important: Calling a phone number using Internet calling requires that your service provider supports it, and may incur additional charges. Please contact your service provider if you have any questions.
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Page 26: Messaging
Messaging This chapter shows you how to set up and use the Phone messages, Social messages and Social events 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 tap Messaging on the Home screen. -
Page 27: Replying To A Message
Replying to a message When a new text message arrives a message icon appears in the Notification area and the message icon at the bottom of the phone displays the number of unread text messages. Tap Messaging on the Home screen to view the message list or open the Notification area to see a summary of the message. - Page 28 Note: Downloads can take a long time, depending on your connection quality. If you reply or open another application, the download will be stopped. Important: You may be charged to download message content, especially if you are roaming. Please contact your provider if you have any questions. 3.
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Page 29: Going Online
Going 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, tap the Chrome icon on the Home screen, or open the Application menu and select Chrome. -
Page 30: Setting Up Your Google Email
and even send a note to yourself using your voice. Open Voice Search from the Application menu, or tap from the Home screen. Setting up your Google email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection. 2. - Page 31 Note: You must activate a Google account before using Google Play. The first time you access Google Play, you will need to read and accept the Terms of Service. Tap Play Store from the Application menu to open the Google Play. Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and applications to enhance the functionality of your smartphone.
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Page 32: Maps, Navigation, Places And Latitude
You may keep track of the download progress from both the app’s page and the smartphone’s . Important: Some applications may require payment before you can download them. You will need to have a Google Checkout account in order to pay for these applications, or a credit card number associated with your Google account. -
Page 33: Using The Map
Using the map Tap the Maps icon in the applications menu. Drag the map with your finger to move the map around. To zoom in or out: 1. Double tap a location on the map to zoom in on the location, and tap once to zoom out, or 2. -
Page 34: Acercloud Setup
Cloud PC. Open the Application menu and tap AcerCloud. For more information please visit the AcerCloud website: www.acer.com/acercloud Note: To access files on other devices, your Cloud PC must be on and connected to the Internet. If your PC has Always Connect, your PC may be in Sleep mode, but must be connected to a power supply (not battery power). - Page 35 Sign in using your Acer ID Start the AcerCloud program from the desktop or Start Menu. If you already have an Acer ID, use your email address and password to sign in to your AcerCloud account. Create an AcerCloud ID If you do not have an AcerCloud ID, you first need to sign up for an AcerCloud account, which you can do from your smartphone.
- Page 36 AcerCloud options When you install AcerCloud, you have several options. Select the options that are useful on your PC and click Next to complete the setup: PicStream - Take holiday snapshots on your smartphone and share them with other smart devices. Photos will be backed up permanently on your Cloud PC (see below), and temporarily accessible for 30 days in your personal cloud and on other devices.
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Page 37: Using The Camera
Using the Camera Your smartphone features two digital cameras mounted on the front and on the rear. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone. To activate the camera, tap Camera on the Home screen, or open the Applications menu and tap Camera. -
Page 38: Settings Menus
Settings menus General You may adjust the following: • Turn GPS info on or off: Stores GPS information in the image information. • Exposure: Over- or under-exposes the image. • Color effect: Applies a color effect to the image. • None •... -
Page 39: Taking A Photo
• Continuous shot: Set the maximum number of photos taken in a single burst. • Picture size: Set the picture resolution. • Preview size: Set the preview image ratio. • ISO: Set the ISO value. Camcorder You may adjust the following: •... -
Page 40: Shooting A Video
Note: If your photo needs fewer than nine images, tap the tick icon to stop the selection process and process the captured images. The camera application will process the images and save a single extended image to your smartphone’s gallery. Note: Panoramic images work best with static outdoor scenes. -
Page 41: Advanced Settings
Advanced settings Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode You can enter Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off telephone and Bluetooth functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard. -
Page 42: Adjusting Bluetooth Settings
Item Description Wi-Fi Turn the Wi-Fi function on or off. Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth function on or off. Data usage View an estimate of the mobile data used on each SIM. Call settings Adjust settings for Voice and Internet calls. More... -
Page 43: Selecting A Network
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. Push the Menu button and then tap Settings > More... > Tethering & portable hotspot > Wi-Fi hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot. 2. -
Page 44: Phone Settings
Note: To set a data limit, Wi-Fi or Mobile data must be enabled. Phone settings Many phone settings are automatically configured by your smartphone when you insert a SIM card. The device will communicate with your provider and automatically obtain all necessary settings, such as network name, voice mail and text message center numbers. -
Page 45: Connecting To A Pc
Connecting to a PC If you wish to transfer information between the microSD Card in your phone and your computer, you can connect your phone to a PC using the supplied USB cable. Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your smartphone. -
Page 46: Fm Radio
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 jack as it functions as an antenna. You can access the radio by tapping FM Radio from the Application menu. -
Page 47: Restoring To Factory Settings
Closing an application To close an active application, 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 application You can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage memory. -
Page 48: Accessories And Tips
Using the headset Your smartphone is compatible with Acer headsets with built-in microphone for handsfree use when making calls. To use the headset, plug it into the 3.5 mm headphone jack at the top of the phone. -
Page 49: Appendix
Appendix 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 Answer Audio Why is there no If the headset is plugged into the device, sound coming from the speaker is automatically shut off. -
Page 50: Other Sources Of Help
Other sources of help For information on: Refer to: Up-to-date information regarding your www.acer.com smartphone mobile.acer.com Service enquiries www.acer.com/support Warnings and precautions • Do not use this product near water. -
Page 51: Additional Safety Information
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 the volume level after your ears have adjusted. • Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. •... -
Page 52: Emergency Calls
Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid (anti-lock) braking 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. - Page 53 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 smartphone on the dashboard of a car on a hot day or when temperatures are below freezing point.
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Page 54: Managing Your Sim Cards
Managing your SIM cards If your phone detects a new SIM card, you will be asked to confirm the preferred SIM to use for each action. It indicates the following information: 1. The color used for each SIM card and its network name. 2. - Page 55 Selecting which SIM to use when sending a text message If you have set Messaging 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 Send.
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Page 56: Specifications
Specifications Performance • MT6589 1.2 GHz quad-core processor • System memory: • 1 GB of RAM • 4 GB of ROM • Android operating system Display • 4.5" qHD LCD, capacitive touchscreen • 960 x 540 resolution Multimedia Formats supported: Type Formats Audio playback... - Page 57 Expansion • microSD memory card slot (up to 32 GB) Battery • Rechargeable high density 2000 mAh Lithium-ion polymer battery (replaceable) Note: Length of battery operation will depend on power consumption which is based on system resource use. For example, constantly using the backlight or using power-demanding applications will shorten battery life between charges.
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Page 58: Safety
Safety Battery information Do not use this product in a humid, wet and/or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 °C (140 °F). -
Page 59: 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 Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer- group.com/public/Sustainability EEE yönetmeliğne uygundur It is compliant with EEE regulations. - Page 60 Wireless operation channels for different domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 List of National Codes This equipment may be operated in the following countries: Country ISO 3166 Country ISO 3166...
- Page 61 accessory and are not holding the phone at the ear, position the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from your body when the phone is switched on. During use, the actual SAR level is usually much lower than the maximum value, because the mobile telephone works in different output levels.
- Page 62 Certification logos To view the certification logos on your device: tap Settings > About phone > Legal information > Certification logo.
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Page 63: Battery Warning
Battery warning ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente con- sigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Bat- terie. - Page 64 The technical documentation relevant to the above equipment will be held at: Acer Incorporated 8F., No. 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi Dist, New Taipei City, 22181, Taiwan Authorized person: Name: Harriot SL Lee For the addresses/telephone numbers of Acer service centers, please refer to the warranty card.
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Page 65: End User License Agreement
Sublicense or otherwise make the Software available to third parties, except that you may, after prior written notification to Acer, transfer the Software as a whole to a third party so long as you do not retain any copies of the Software and such third party accepts the terms of this Agreement. -
Page 66: Privacy Policy
Third Party Software in any manner that could interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Third Party Services, or the services and products of Acer's licensors' or suppliers' third party licensors. Your use of the Third Party Software and Third Party Services is also subject to additional terms and conditions and policies which can be accessed through our global website.