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 Z5 smartphone • Quick Guide • USB cable •...
Item Description Proximity sensor Detects proximity to automatically adjust screen brightness or turn the screen on/off. Receiver Emits audio from an incoming calls. Front-facing camera Useful for taking self portrait images. Touchscreen 5-inch, 854 x 480 pixel capacitive touchscreen to display data, phone content and enter information.
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2. Ensure that the microSD card is inserted all the way into the card slot and secure the microSD card cover. SIM1 SIM2 (optional) 3. Insert your fingernail and flip the SIM cover up. Insert the SIM card and/or micro SIM card into the appropriate slots as illustrated.
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 the SIM lock, contact your network provider. Charging the battery For initial use, you need to charge your smartphone for eight hours.
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.
Waking your smartphone If the screen is off and the smartphone does not react to any taps on the screen or front panel buttons, 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 horizontally across the screen (it works both ways).
and hold this button to display a list of functions enabling you to adjust certain settings. Using the touchscreen Your smartphone uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use your finger to tap the screen. 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.
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.
Predictive text Both Swype and Google keyboards provide predictive text input for the browser. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed above the keyboard that continue the sequence of letters tapped, or are a close match allowing for errors.
Note: In order to search or browse the internet, you must be connected to a cellular data (if available) or wireless network. See "Going online" on page 29. Voice search If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search request. See "Voice search"...
To remove a shortcut or widget from the Home screen, tap and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. Adding or removing folders You can also add folders to your Home screen. To create a new folder drag and drop an application icon onto another application icon in the Home screen.
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Changing home screen settings Tap and hold any open area on the Home screen. Use the various settings to personalize the home screen such as changing the transition effect when scrolling to different screens. The Application menu Note: All images are for reference only. The apps installed on your device can be different from the apps shown in illustrations.
Connection icons Note: Connection icons appear in different colors if you have two SIMs inserted. The icons on the right side indicate signal strength, connection, battery status and the time. Icon Description Icon Description Connected to GPRS mobile Roaming network Connected to EDGE mobile Cellular signal strength network...
Icon Description Icon Description New Gmail message Ringer is silenced New/unread SMS/MMS Phone microphone is off Problem with sending SMS/MMS Application update available New Google Hangouts message System update available New voicemail Missed call Upcoming event Song is playing Syncing data More notifications Warning, open the notification GPS is on...
"floating" window. The "floating" windows can be moved around in the display. Note: Only one Acer Float app can be open at a time. If a second Acer Float app is opened, the first Acer Float app will close.
AcerRAPID The AcerRAPID button is located directly below the camera. Long press the AcerRAPID button to launch the camera app. While the camera app is open, push the AcerRAPID button to take a picture. Long press to take four continuous pictures. Short press the AcerRAPID button to launch the Google Play Music app.
Managing contacts Managing your contacts Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to your phone’s internal memory, either one of your SIM cards, or your Google account. From the Home screen tap Phone and tap to view your contacts.
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.
Dialing a number from Call log Your call history can be viewed by tapping the Call log tab at the top of the screen. It displays recent received, dialed, and missed calls. Tap the phone icon next to a contact to redial. To view details of the call, tap the number or contact’s name.
rates with your network provider, to avoid excessive phone bills. If you are using your smartphone abroad, roaming charges will apply. Consult your network provider for roaming rates specific to the country you are visiting before you leave. The voice call screen The voice call screen displays after you have dialed a phone number and after you have accepted a phone call.
Voice call options Icon Description Access the keypad while a call is in progress. Speakerphone. Mute a call. Place the call on hold. Add another call. Saving a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use. 1.
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 on the Home screen.
Replying to a message When a new text message arrives, a message screen displays showing you the message and enabling you to quickly reply. To reply later, tap Close. To view the message and all previous messages from the sender, tap View. Message notifications appear in two places: the Notification area and the message icon at the bottom of the phone displays the number of unread text messages.
Receiving MMS messages When a new MMS message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the screen and a notification message is displayed. 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.
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, open the Application menu and tap Chrome. To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the page.
Setting up your Google email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection. 2. From the Application menu tap Gmail. If you did not enter your Gmail account address and password when you first started your phone, follow the onscreen instructions.
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You can browse the store by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific app. Once you have selected an app, tap the Install button to download and install the app. You will be told which services (contact information, wireless access, GPS, etc.) the app requires access in order to function correctly.
Uninstalling downloaded apps To uninstall an app, go to Settings from the Application menu and select Apps. Tap the app you wish to uninstall, tap Uninstall and confirm. Maps, Navigation, Places and Latitude Get easy-to-follow directions using Google Maps, view real-time traffic condition and navigate by using spoken, turn-by-turn driving instructions with Navigation, view where your friends are and places of interest and local businesses on Google Maps using Places and Latitude.
Using the Camera Your smartphone features a 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, tap Camera on the Home screen, or open the Applications menu and tap Camera.
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 •...
• Set the Video quality. Taking a photo 1. Ensure you have adjusted the settings described above. 2. Frame your subject and steady your smartphone. 3. Zoom in or out as needed. 4. Tap to take a picture. Taking a panoramic photo Panoramic mode allows you to take a series of up to nine photos that the camera application will ‘stitch’...
Viewing photos and videos After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved. Once you have taken a photo or video, you can view it in Gallery by tapping the Previous picture/ video thumbnail. Alternatively, open the Applications menu and tap Gallery. From Gallery you can share the file directly using various services.
Advanced settings Changing modes with Quick Mode Your smartphone contains an app called Quick Mode that makes adjusting the user experience for different people very easy. From the Home screen, tap Quick Mode. The first time you enter Quick Mode, you’ll need to enter a PIN. Note: The default PIN is "1111".
Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode You can enter Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off telephone, wireless, 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.
Activating or deactivating connections Open the Application menu and tap Settings to manage your connection settings. Item Description SIM management Under SIM INFORMATION, both SIM cards are listed. Tap the SIM card name to display basic settings and tap on or off to activate or deactivate the SIM, respectively.
Item Description More... Access additional connection settings: Airplane mode: Disable all wireless connections so you can safely use this device onboard an aircraft. VPN: Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks. Tethering & portable hotspot: Share your phone’s mobile data connection via USB or as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
1. Open the Application menu and then tap Settings > More... > Tethering & portable hotspot. Turn Wi-Fi hotspot ON.Tap Wi-Fi hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot. 2. Set the Network SSID and adjust security between None, WPA PSK, and WPA2 PSK.
You can also view and modify these settings manually through the Call settings screen. Tap Phone from the Home screen. Tap the Menu icon > Settings. Sound To adjust your phone’s sound settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > Sound.
DTS Sound To adjust your phone’s DTS audio settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > DTS Sound. Tap DTS Sound to enable and adjust the Treble, Bass, Music EQ and Video EQ. Tap DTS Sound to uncheck and disable. Display To adjust your phone’s display settings, in the Application menu tap Settings >...
Note: After turning on USB storage, you will not be able to access the files in applications such as Gallery or Music. Synchronization You can sync your calendar, email and contacts on your phone and never worry about losing them again.
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.
Closing an application 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. Tap Stop to close the program. Uninstalling an app You can remove programs installed on your smartphone to free up extra storage memory.
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 is compatible with headsets with built-in microphone for handsfree use when making calls.
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.
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Selecting which SIM to use when making a call If you have set Voice call to Always ask, you will be asked which SIM to use each time you make a call. Enter the number, then tap . A dialog opens; tap the SIM you want to use.
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Limitations when using two SIMs When SIM1 is: SIM2 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 •...
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.
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.
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. •...
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.
Taking care of your smartphone 1. DO take care not to scratch the screen of your smartphone. Keep the screen clean. When working with your smartphone, use your finger or fingernail. Never use an actual pen or pencil or other sharp object on the screen surface. 2.
Specifications Performance • MT6572 1.3 GHz dual-core processor • System memory: • 512 MB or 1 GB (optional) of RAM • 4 GB of ROM • Android operating system Display • 5" FWVGA LCD, capacitive touchscreen • 854 x 480 resolution Multimedia Formats supported: Type...
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Expansion • microSD memory card slot (up to 32 GB) Battery • Recharchable / non-replaceable Li-polymer battery 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.
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).
Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer- group.com/public/Sustainability It is compliant with EEE regulations. Regulatory information RoHS compliance This product is in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and its amendments.
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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...
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The unit of measurement for the European Council's recommended limit for mobile telephones is the "Specific Absorption Rate" (SAR). This SAR limit is 2.0 W/kg, averaged over 10 g of body tissue. It meets the requirements of the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) and was included in the European Standard EN 50360 for mobile radio devices.
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.
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