Manual for P300

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. Your smartphone lets you:

• Access your email while on the move.
• Make voice calls when connected to a 3G/EDGE/GPRS/GSM/HSDPA/UMTS network.
• Connect wirelessly to your local cellular network to access the Internet and other network features.
• Exchange information between devices that have Bluetooth capabilities.
• Easily manage your contacts and social networking interaction.
• Read PDF files on your smartphone.
• Easy-to-use Acer features: Phonebook, Phone Dialer with Favorites and Call History, Social Networking, Notification Manager, and Preferences.

Product features

• Qualcomm MSM 7225 528 MHz processor
• 512 MB of ROM, 256 MB of RAM
• 3.2" 400 x 240-pixel TFT LCD touchscreen
• microSD Card slot with SDHC support
• High-density, rechargeable 970 mAh Lithium Polymer battery (replaceable)
• Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional

Other sources of help

To help you use your smartphone, we have designed a set of guides:

For information on:	Refer to:
Programs on your smartphone and additional programs that can be installed on your smartphone	This User Guide. Included on the smartphone Companion CD, it provides online reference for using your smartphone.
Up-to-date information regarding your smartphone	www.acer.com/
Service enquiries	www.acer.com/support/

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 menu.
2. Choose the topic from the list and click View.

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 promotions and participate in customer surveys
• The latest news from Acer.

Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!

How to register

To register your Acer product, visit our website at registration.acer.com. Choose your country and follow the simple instructions.

You can also click Registration to register using your smartphone.

After we receive your product registration, we will send you a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.

Chapter 1: Setting Up

Unpacking your smartphone

Your 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 P300 Smartphone
• Stylus
• Battery
• Quick Guide
• Companion CD
• USB cable
• AC adapter
• Headset
• Screen protective film

Getting to know your smartphone

Views

The following table describes the items shown in the diagram:

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	microSD Card slot / micro USB connector	Slot for microSD card; connect to a USB cable/charger.
3	Fn / Shift indicators	Indicate the Fn / Shift status.
4	Keyboard	QWERTY keyboard.
5	Send / hold key	Open the phone dialer; place current call on hold.
6	Stylus	Use to enter information or select items on the touch screen.
7	3.5 mm headset jack	Connect to headset.
8	Phone speaker	Suitable for normal phone use.
9	Volume control	Increase or decrease the ringer/system volume; mute the smartphone.
10	Touchscreen	400 x 240 pixel screen to display data, phone content and enter information.
11	Camera button	Activate the camera or take a picture.
12	End / back key	Press to end a call.
13	Start key	Press to open the Applications menu.
14	Strap holes / speaker	Holds phone danglers; emits audio from your smartphone
15	Camera	A 3.2-megapixel camera for taking high-resolution images.

LED indicators

Indicator	State	Description
-----	Solid white for all LEDs	Device is fully charged.
-- --	Slow flashing for left and right LEDs	Device is charging.
---	Ascending / descending flash (center LED)	Device is in sleep mode, with new event (missed call, new message, voicemail etc.)
-----	Solid-Flash-Solid	Device is fully charged, with new event (missed call, new message, voicemail etc.)
-----	Slow flashing for all LEDs	Device is charging, with new event (missed call, new message, voicemail etc.)

Installing or removing the battery

Your smartphone uses a replaceable battery to provide power. It is packed separately from your smartphone and needs to be inserted and charged before you can use the smartphone.

Installing the battery

1. Gently apply pressure and slide the battery cover down then lift it away from the smartphone.
2. Place the battery into the battery compartment, lining up the battery connectors with those at the top of the compartment.
3. Insert the tabs on the inside of the battery cover into the slots in your smartphone. Carefully slide the cover up until it clicks into place.

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 recharge the battery to full capacity.

Connect the AC adapter cord to the micro USB connector on your smartphone.

Removing the battery

1. Open the battery compartment as shown in Installing the battery on page 13.
2. Lift the battery out of the compartment using the tab on the top of the battery.
3. 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.

Additionally, you may wish to increase your smartphone's storage by inserting a microSD Card into the slot provided. This is located above the micro USB connector on the outside of the phone.

1. Turn off the smartphone by pressing and holding the power button.
2. Open the cover and remove the battery as described in Removing the battery.
3. Insert the SIM card as shown.
4. Insert the microSD Card as shown.
5. Replace the battery cover.

Note: Ensure that the microSD Card is inserted all the way into the card slot.

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.

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 SIM card for the first time, you may need to enter a PIN.

Important: Depending on your settings, you may be required to enter your PIN each time you switch on the phone function.

If the PIN you enter is incorrect, a warning message appears.

Activating a new SIM card

If you are using your SIM card for the first time, it may require activation. Contact your network operator for details on how to do this.

The Today screen

After rebooting, your smartphone will display the Today screen. This screen gives you quick, icon-based access to many of the frequently-used features of your smartphone.

The first time you start your smartphone, you will see shortcuts on the screen.

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 46 for more details on connecting and synchronizing.

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. Manager on page 38).

1. To access the Comm. Manager, tap > Comm. Manager.
2. Tap the phone connection icon so it displays ON.

Making a call

1. From the Today screen, press the Call button to open the onscreen number pad.
2. Enter the number you wish to dial.
3. Press the Call button or Call to make the call.
4. To end the call, press the End button.

Note: The phone function needs to be enabled before the call can be connected.

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 Today screen, or
3. Tap > .

Making a call to one of your contacts

1. Your contacts will be displayed above the onscreen number pad.
2. Tap a contact to pull up their detailed information.
3. Tap Call to call the displayed contact.

Dialing a number from Call History

Your Call History is also displayed above the onscreen number pad and displays recent received, dialed and missed calls. Tap a number to view the call details. To redial any number in the call history, select the number and tap . Missed calls will be displayed in the telephone icon on the Today screen using the icon.

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 dialing international numbers, there is no need to enter the international direct dialing prefix ('00' etc.) before the country code. Simply tap and hold +0 on the onscreen number pad until + appears onscreen.

Warning: International call rates can vary greatly depending on the country you are calling and your network provider. We suggest you check all call rates with your network provider, to avoid excessive phone bills. If you are using your smartphone abroad, international roaming charges will apply. Consult your network provider for roaming rates specific to the country you are visiting before you leave.

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/sustainability01.htm

Mercury advisory

For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org.

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 the supplied stylus or plastic-tipped pens intended for use with touch-sensitive screens. Never use an 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 phone 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 smartphone on the dashboard of a car on a hot day or when temperatures are below freezing point. Also, keep it away from heaters and other sources of heat.
5. DO NOT use or store your smartphone in any location that is dusty, damp or wet.
6. DO use a soft, damp cloth to clean your smartphone. If the surface of the screen becomes soiled, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with diluted window-cleaning solution.
7. DO NOT press down on the screen with force, otherwise you may crack the screen.

Safety regulations

RoHS compliance

This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.

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 device regulatory notice

Note: Regulatory information below is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.

General

This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configuration, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Information below is for products with such devices.

Preventing hearing loss

Caution: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.

This device has been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement laid down in the applicable EN 50332-1 and/ or EN 50332-2 standards.

Note: For France, mobile headphones or earphones for this device have been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure requirement laid done in the applicable NF EN 50332-1:2000 and/or NF EN 50332-2:2003 standards as required by French Article L. 5232-1.

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

France: Restricted wireless frequency bands

Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are:

• 10 mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz)
• 100 mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz

Note: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz.

There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100 mW in the 2446.5 - 2483.5 MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted.

In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band:

• Maximum authorized power indoors is 100 mW
• Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10 mW

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	36 Indre	67 Bas Rhin
02 Aisne	37 Indre et Loire	68 Haut Rhin
03 Allier	41 Loir et Cher	70 Haute Saone
05 Hautes Alpes	45 Loret	71 Saone et Loire
08 Ardennes	50 Manche	75 Paris
09 Ariege	55 Meuse	82 Tarn et Garonne
11 Aude	58 Nievre	84 Vaucluse
12 Aveyron	59 Nord	88 Vosges
16 Charente	60 Oise	89 Yonne
24 Dordogne	61 Orne	90 Territoire de Belfort
25 Doubs	63 Puy Du Dome	94 Val de Marne
26 Drome	64 Pyrenees Atlantique
32 Gers	66 Pyrenees

This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART (www.art-telecom.fr) for the latest information.

Note: Your WLAN card transmits less than 100 mW, but more than 10 mW.

List of National Codes

This equipment may be operated in the following countries:

Country	ISO 3166 (2 letter code)	Country	ISO 3166 (2 letter code)
Austria	AT	Malta	MT
Belgium	BE	Netherlands	NT
Cyprus	CY	Poland	PL
Czech Republic	CZ	Portugal	PT
Denmark	DK	Slovakia	SK
Estonia	EE	Slovenia	SL
Finland	FI	Spain	ES
France	FR	Sweden	SE
Germany	DE	United Kingdom	GB
Greece	GR	Iceland	IS
Hungary	HU	Liechtenstein	LI
Ireland	IE	Norway	NO
Italy	IT	Switzerland	CH
Latvia	LV	Bulgaria	BG
Lithuania	LT	Romania	RO
Luxembourg	LU	Turkey	TR

FCC regulation

This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiated radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

The equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

RF Exposure Information (SAR)

SAR data table

FCC_US model
Head (W/kg)	Body (W/kg)
0.435	0.697

FCC ID

FCC ID_US model
HLZDMP300EU

For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for use with an accessory that contains no metal and the positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. If you do no t use a body-worn 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.

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. These recommendations have been developed and checked by independent scientific organizations through regular and thorough evaluations of scientific studies. To guarantee the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health, the limits include a significant safety buffer.

Before radio devices can be put in circulation, their agreement with European laws or limits must be confirmed; only then may the CE symbol be applied.

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. The SAR regulation for mobile telephones is in line with European Standard EN 62209-1.The maximum SAR value is calculated at the highest output level in all frequency bands of the mobile telephone. During use, the actual SAR level is usually much lower than the maximum value, because the mobile telephone works in different output levels. It only transmits with as much output as is required to reach the network. In general the following applies: The closer you are to a base station, the lower the transmission output of your mobile telephone. The tested SAR of this device is as follows:

CE		NCC
Head (W/kg 10g)	Body (W/kg 10g)	Head (W/kg 10g)	Body (W/kg 10g)
0.435	0.697	0.522	NA

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 bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.

VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

VAROITUS! Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

ATTENTION ! Il y a danger d'explosion s'il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre type ou d' un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.