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User's Manual - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 2
2 - © 2015 All Rights Reserved Acer Liquid X2 User's Manual Model: S59 This revision: October 2015 Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits Open the Acer Portal app from the Home screen to sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID. There are three great benefits for you - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 3
the internet 33 Using the browser 33 Setting up Email 34 Google services 34 Setting up your Google email 34 Voice search 35 Play Store 41 Settings menus 43 Taking a photo 44 Shooting a video 44 Supported formats 44 Viewing photos and videos 44 Geotagging 45 Advanced settings - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 4
4 - Table of contents Inserting a microSD card 57 Managing your SIM cards 58 SIM Management 58 Appendix 61 FAQ and troubleshooting 61 Other sources of help 63 Warnings and precautions 64 Medical devices 65 Vehicles 66 Potentially explosive environments .......... 66 Emergency calls - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 5
unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Your new Acer smartphone • USB cable • AC adapter • Headset Note In-box content varies depending on country and region. Getting to know your smartphone Views 1 3 12 - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 6
6 - Setting up No. Item Description 1 Second microphone Suitable for handsfree use; used for noise cancelling. 2 Front-facing camera Use for self-portrait images and online video chat. 3 3.5 mm headphone jack Connects to stereo headphones. 4 LED indicator Indicates the phone's charge - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 7
Setting up - 7 Connect the AC adapter cord to the micro USB connector on your smartphone. Installing a SIM or microSD card To take full advantage of your smartphone's telephony capabilities, you must install a SIM card. Your new smartphone has multiple SIM card holders; install any combination of - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 8
8 - Setting up 2. Carefully unclip and remove the cover as illustrated. 3. Insert the SIM or microSD card(s) as shown. Micro SIM 3 (optional) microSD card Micro SIM 1 Micro SIM 2 (optional) Note: Your smartphone may be equipped with up to three SIM slots depending on model. - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 9
Setting up - 9 4. Align the gold-colored connectors on the battery with the connectors at the top of the battery compartment and insert the battery. 5. Replace the cover by aligning the tabs on the cover into the slots on the phone. Gently press the cover until it snaps in place. SIM card lock Your - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 10
button until the screen turns on. You will then be asked to configure some settings before you can use your smartphone. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup. Sign in to or create a Google account If you have internet access, your smartphone allows you to synchronize information with - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 11
for a while, briefly press the power button to lock access. This saves battery power and ensures your smartphone does not unintentionally use any services. Your smartphone will lock automatically if it is not used for one minute (depending on your settings). Waking your smartphone If the screen is - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 12
12 - Using your smartphone Back Tap this button to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a menu. Home Tap this button to go directly to the Home screen. Tap and hold this button, then drag your finger to the Google balloon that appears to open Google Now (if available) or Search. Menu - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 13
Onscreen keyboards Using your smartphone - 13 Note The keyboard layout varies slightly, depending on the application and information that is required. Google keyboard This is a standard onscreen QWERTY keyboard that allows you to enter text. Tap and hold a key with numbers at the top to select - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 14
14 - Using your smartphone Changing the text input method To change the input method, in the Application menu tap Settings > Language & input > Current keyboard and then select your preferred input method. Predictive text Android keyboard provides predictive text input for the browser. As you tap - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 15
Using your smartphone - 15 At the bottom of the screen is the application dock which displays default apps. Tap an icon to open the app. Tap the Application menu icon in the middle of the application dock to view your apps. To change apps, see Changing application dock icons on page 17. Search To - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 16
16 - Using your smartphone To add a new page to the extended Home screen, tap and drag an icon or widget to the right edge of the last page on the right, and drop it onto the new page that is automatically created. Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your Home screen by adding or - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 17
Using your smartphone - 17 Resizing widgets Some widgets can be resized. 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 - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 18
18 - Using your smartphone To remove an icon from the dock, tap and hold the icon to select it. Either drag the icon to a different location outside the dock or to Remove at the top of the screen. Changing the wallpaper In the Application menu, tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper. Choose from images - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 19
Using your smartphone - 19 Drag the Notification area down the screen to view more information about new events and the Quick Settings. You can drag the Notification area upwards to hide the Quick Settings. Multitasking You can have multiple apps open at the same time. To open a new app, tap the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 20
20 - 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. Tap the Contacts app from the Application menu or tap CONTACTS from the Dialer to view your contacts. If - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 21
Managing contacts - 21 To create a contact, first choose where you want to store the contact's information. You will then be asked to enter the contact's information, such as name, address, and phone number. You may scroll down the page and tap ADD ANOTHER FIELD to add things such as: • IM addresses - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 22
network: You are unable to make a call. Connected to the network: You may make a call. Airplane mode: Wireless connectivity disconnected (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular services). Please disable airplane mode before trying to make a call. - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 23
Making a call Making calls - 23 Note If you have multiple SIMs inserted in the smartphone, you will be asked which SIM to use before the call is connected. To select a SIM, just tap the name of the carrier. 1. From the Home screen tap Phone > to open the onscreen number pad. 2. Enter the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 24
24 - Making calls 3. On your smartphone's lock screen. Tap the notification and slide to the left or right to display the missed call details. Making a call to one of your contacts Calling a contact from the Contacts tab 1. Tap the CONTACTS tab to view your contacts. 2. Tap on a contact to view the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 25
Making calls - 25 screen. Once placed, you will be able to select a contact to associate with that particular widget on your Home screen. Answering or declining a call When you have an incoming call and the screen is locked, the number will be shown on the screen. To accept or decline the call, tap - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 26
26 - Making calls Ending a call To end a call, tap from the voice call screen. Voice call options Icon Description Speakerphone. Mute a call. Access the keypad while a call is in progress. Place the call on hold. Add a second call. Saving a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 27
INTERNET CALLING Internet calling - 27 You can place and receive internet calls over a wireless network. Adding an internet calling account From the Home screen, tap Phone. If open, tap the Back button to close the onscreen number pad. Tap the settings > Calling accounts. then Settings > Call - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 28
"connect" to any of your Android contacts who also have that service. Any connected services will be listed under "connections" in the contact's profile. Calling using internet calling requires that your service provider supports it, and may incur additional charges. Please contact your - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 29
MESSAGING Messaging - 29 This chapter shows you how to set up and use the Messaging functions of your smartphone. All SMS and MMS messages are accessed via Messaging. Messaging automatically arranges received and sent messages into threads. To access Messaging, open the Application menu > - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 30
30 - Messaging 3. Enter your message in the text box labeled Type message. Note Text messages may be up to 160 characters long. If your message is longer than 160 characters, it will be sent as multiple linked messages. Most phones will automatically join the linked messages to present the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 31
up the profile for you based on information retrieved from your provider. Ask your network provider for the necessary information if you need to manually set up the MMS profile. Receiving multimedia messages When a new multimedia message arrives, a message icon appears at the top of the screen and - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 32
32 - Messaging 4. To reply to the message, enter your text in the text box labeled Type message and tap the Send icon. Simple text replies will be sent as SMS messages. If you wish to attach a file, tap . You will be presented with a menu of options. 5. When you have finished composing the message, - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 33
GOING ONLINE Going online - 33 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 Browser from the application dock. To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 34
tap Email to start setting up your email account. If necessary, enter your email address and tap MANUAL SETUP to enter the parameters manually. Tap Next to finish the setup process. Google services Note Apps may not be available in all countries and regions. You must activate a Google account before - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 35
Going online - 35 Composing an email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection. 2. From the Application menu tap Gmail. 3. Tap . 4. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message. 5. When you are finished composing your message, tap . Voice search With - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 36
Store Important For connection issues with Play Store, see FAQ and troubleshooting on page 61. Tap Play Store from the Application menu to to download and install the app. You will be told which services the app requires access in order to function correctly (e.g. contact information, wireless access, GPS). - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 37
Going online - 37 You may keep track of the download progress from both the app's page and the notification area. Important Some apps may require payment before you can download them. You will need to have a Google Wallet account in order to pay for these apps, or a credit card number associated - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 38
. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to Google Hangouts services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you have connected time traffic condition and navigate by using spoken, turn-by-turn driving instructions. Also, view where your friends are, places of interest, and - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 39
USING THE CAMERA Using the Camera - 39 Your smartphone features a digital camera mounted on the front and rear. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone. To activate the camera, open the Application menu and tap Camera. Camera/camcorder - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 40
40 - Using the Camera Tap the Camcorder button and the camcorder immediately begins filming. While filming, you are unable to access camera/camcorder settings; however, you can still take pictures with the Shutter button. Flash Time elapsed Zoom Last picture / video taken Stop recording Pause - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 41
Mode Selector Tap the Mode selector icon to open the list of modes you can choose from. Tap the icons along the top to select different items. Using the Camera - 41 Camera Capture mode: Select a capture mode. Normal Panorama Bright Magic Picture with Sound Presentation HDR Beautification Smile - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 42
42 - Using the Camera Camcorder The camcorder's scene mode changes depending on the record mode setting (see table below). Record mode: Normal Time lapse Scene mode: Off Night Effect: None Sepia Aqua Mono Negative White balance Compensate for different lighting environments. Auto Day - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 43
Settings menus Using the Camera - 43 Note Some of the following settings are not available for the front camera. Tap the Settings icon to open the Settings menu. Photo You may adjust the following: • Set the Resolution and aspect ratio. • Set the ISO value. • Set the default Favorite shot mode. • - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 44
taking a video. Tap the Pause or Stop recording buttons. Supported formats Note To see supported image, video, and audio formats, see Multimedia on page 69 Gallery. From Gallery you can share the file directly using various services. Services vary depending on the file type. You may also edit - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 45
Using the Camera - 45 Geotagging Geotagging allows you to store the location where a photo or video was taken right in the photo or video itself. For the geotag to display, pictures must be taken with GPS Location info turned on. - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 46
46 - Advanced settings ADVANCED SETTINGS Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode You can enable Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off cellular, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 47
Adjusting settings Advanced settings - 47 Activating or deactivating connections Open the Application menu and tap Settings to manage your connection settings. Item Wi-Fi Bluetooth SIM cards Data usage Call settings More... Description Turn the Wi-Fi function on or off. Turn the Bluetooth - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 48
mode, the option to turn Bluetooth on will be disabled. Please refer to Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode on page 46 for instructions on turning Airplane mode on or off. Adjusting Bluetooth settings You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your smartphone and other mobile - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 49
select a network. This may be a good idea when roaming. Note When you are traveling, manually selecting a network may help to reduce your roaming charges. Check with your home service provider for the network offering the most competitive rates at your destination. 1. Open the Application menu - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 50
. Note Contact your service provider should you have any problems obtaining voice mail and the text message service center numbers. Data usage text message center numbers. You can also view and modify these settings manually through the Call settings screen. From the Home screen, tap Phone, then - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 51
Advanced settings - 51 Item Default notification ringtone Other sounds Description Set your smartphone's default notification ringtone. Enable or disable Dial pad tones, Screen locking sounds, Touch sounds and Vibrate on touch. Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume of your smartphone using the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 52
52 - Advanced settings Setting alarms There are two predefined alarms on your smartphone by default. Tap Clock in the Application menu, and then tap to edit alarm settings. You may: • Turn the alarm on or off. • Set the alarm time. • Set which days to repeat the alarm. • Set a ringtone. • Enable or - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 53
the onscreen instructions. Google Sync In Google, you can set synchronization for Google services. In your Google account's synchornization settings menu, tap the checkmark next to the item you would like to have auto-sync. Tap again to uncheck any for manual synchronization. To manually - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 54
54 - Advanced settings 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 the cable functions as an antenna. You can access the radio by tapping FM Radio from the Application menu. Tap the back icon to turn the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 55
Advanced settings - 55 Restoring to factory settings You may perform a clean boot to restore your smartphone to the factory settings. Before performing a clean boot, ensure that your smartphone is not locked. Press any key or tap the screen to see if the smartphone responds. Important You should - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 56
/3G/4G/EDGE connection on your smartphone, obtain the access point name and settings (including username and password if required) from your wireless service provider. 1. Open the Application menu and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks > Access Point Names, and select an operator. 2. Tap the Menu - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 57
features a memory expansion slot that accepts a microSD card to expand memory and storage capacity. Please refer to Installing a SIM or microSD card on page 7 for instructions on installing a microSD card. - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 58
58 - Managing your SIM cards MANAGING YOUR SIM CARDS Note This chapter is for models with more than one SIM card. SIM Management Open the Application menu and tap Settings > SIM cards. From this screen, you can: 1. Enable or disable each SIM. 2. Tap the SIM name to configure each SIM's name and - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 59
Managing your SIM cards - 59 Selecting which SIM to use when making a call If you have set Calls to Always ask, you will be asked which SIM to use each time you make call. Enter the number, then tap . A dialog opens; tap the SIM to use and the call will be connected. Selecting which SIM to use when - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 60
60 - Managing your SIM cards Identifying calls Whenever you receive a call, the caller's number will be shown. You will also be shown the name of the SIM receiving the call. In the call log, the name of the SIM will be shown beneath the number of the call -- whether the call was missed, answered or - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 61
APPENDIX Appendix - 61 FAQ and troubleshooting This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the I view my picture files? You may be trying to view an image that is not supported. See Multimedia on page 69. Why can't I view my video files? You may be trying to view a - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 62
cannot connect, try adjusting your date/time settings. Open the Application menu and tap Settings > Date & time > Automatic date & time set to off. 3. Manually adjust the time and date then try to reconnect to the Play Store (change the time/date back after connecting). Tap Settings > About phone to - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 63
periods of use, such as watching a video or a long smartphone conversation. Other sources of help For information on Up-to-date information regarding your smartphone Service enquiries Refer to ... www.acer.com mobile.acer.com www.acer.com/support - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 64
out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of battery pack. Protecting your hearing To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 65
external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions. Pacemakers. Pacemaker - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 66
service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 67
certain features are in use, you may first need to turn those features off before you can make an emergency call. Consult this guide or your service provider for more information. When making an emergency call, give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. Your wireless device may be - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 68
68 - Warnings and precautions 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 - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 69
memory: • ROM 32 GB eMMC + RAM 3 GB • Android operating system Display • 5.5" TFT LCD, capacitive touchscreen • 1280 x 720 resolution Multimedia Formats supported: Type Image Audio playback Ringtone Video recording Video playback Formats JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP MP3, AMR, AAC LC, AAC+, eAAC+, Vorbis - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 70
70 - Connectivity • Bluetooth 4.0 LE • IEEE 802.11b/g/n • HSPA/WCDMA: 850 (B5) / 900 (B8) / 1900 (B2) / 2100 MHz (B1) • LTE: 700 (B28) / 800 (B20) / 900 (B8) / 1800 (B3) / 2100 (B1) / 2600 (B7) MHz • HSPA+ / GPRS / EDGE • GPS / aGPS Camera • 13 MP rear camera (auto focus, with LED flash) • 13 MP - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 71
for your personal use; and 6. 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 - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 72
Sudan and Syria; or (ii) use any Software for any use prohibited by the laws or regulations of the United States. SUPPORT SERVICES Acer is not obligated to provide technical or other support for the Software. ACER LIVE UPDATE Certain of the software contains elements that enable the use of the - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 73
You may not use the Third Party Software in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the services provided by Acer's licensors or suppliers hereunder ("Third Party Services"). Furthermore, you may not use the Third Party Software in any manner that could interfere with any other - Acer Liquid S59 | User Manual - Page 74
End User License Agreement Privacy policy During registration you will be asked to submit some information to Acer. Please refer to Acer's privacy policy at www.acer.com or your local Acer website. TRADEMARK INFORMATION DTS-HD Premium Sound™ For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured
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