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Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Device ID: _________________________________ Device serial number: _______________________________________ Date of purchase: ____________________________ Place of purchase: _________________________ Table of Contents ^ÅÉê=ÉPMM=pÉêáÉë=qê~îÉä=`çãé~åáçå=ÑÉ~íìêÉ=ÜáÖÜäáÖÜíë KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKN Powerful system ........................................................................................................... 1 Wide and accurate GPS coverage ................................................................................ 1 Mobile design ............................................................................................................... 1 Battery life .................................................................................................................... 1 Ergonomic features ...................................................................................................... 2 Multimedia programs .................................................................................................. 2 Contacts management programs ................................................................................ 2 Unpack the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion ........................................................... 3 First things first................................................................................................................... 6 póëíÉã=íçìê KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKS Front and Rear panels ..................................................................................................... 6 Top and bottom views..................................................................................................... 8 Right and left panels ....................................................................................................... 9 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Companion fundamentals ........................................................ 20 e~êÇï~êÉ=áåíÉêÑ~ÅÉKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKOM Using the touch screen backlight ................................................................................. 20 Using the SD/MMC slot .............................................................................................. 20 Establishing device-PC connection ............................................................................ 22 Recharging the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion ................................................... 24 `çãã~åÇ=áåíÉêÑ~ÅÉKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKOS Using the hot keys ......................................................................................................... 26 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion i Table of contents Using the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion touch screen ....................................... 27 Using the Main menu panel .......................................................................................... 27 Contacts management...................................................................................................... 29 `çåí~Åíë KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK OV Multimedia mode.............................................................................................................. 30 jìäíáãÉÇá~=ãçÇÉ=çîÉêîáÉï KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK PM jmPKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK PM Using MP3....................................................................................................................... 31 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........................................................................................................................... 36 Power.............................................................................................................................. 36 Language........................................................................................................................ 37 Date Time ....................................................................................................................... 37 System Info ..................................................................................................................... 37 Misc. ................................................................................................................................ 37 System maintenance and user support ........................................................................... 38 rëáåÖ=óçìê=^ÅÉê=ÉPMM=pÉêáÉë=qê~îÉä=`çãé~åáçå=ë~ÑÉäóKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK PU Driving precautions........................................................................................................ 38 Operating precautions................................................................................................... 39 Storage precautions ....................................................................................................... 42 Accessories and repair precautions ............................................................................... 42 `äÉ~åáåÖ=óçìê=^ÅÉê=ÉPMM=pÉêáÉë=qê~îÉä=`çãé~åáçåKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK QO qêçìÄäÉëÜççíáåÖ=óçìê=^ÅÉê=ÉPMM=pÉêáÉë=qê~îÉä=`çãé~åáçå KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK QO Recalibrating the screen ................................................................................................ 42 Resetting the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion....................................................... 43 ii Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Table of contents Loading the factory default settings ............................................................................ 44 c^në KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKQR `ìëíçãÉê=ëìééçêí KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKQT System specifications ....................................................................................................... 48 e~êÇï~êÉ=ÑÉ~íìêÉëKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKQU pçÑíï~êÉ=ëéÉÅáÑáÅ~íáçåëKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKQU 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conditions..................................................................................................... 51 Notice: Canadian users .................................................................................................. 52 Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens ...................................................... 52 Declaration of Conformity for EU countries ................................................................ 52 Important safety instructions........................................................................................ 52 LCD pixel statement....................................................................................................... 54 Radio device regulatory notice ..................................................................................... 54 General........................................................................................................................... 54 European Union (EU)..................................................................................................... 54 List of applicable countries ........................................................................................... 55 The FCC RF safety requirement ..................................................................................... 55 Canada -- Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) ....... 55 Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102) .................................................................. 56 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion iii Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Acer e300 Series Travel Companion feature highlights No more fumbling with wieldy, outdated paper maps. No more sheepish "I think I'm lost" expression. And most definitely, no more going in circles finding that particular spot. Get to your destination the fast and easy way with your new Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. Powerful system · · · · Microsoft Windows CE .NET 5.0 operating system Samsung S3C2442XL with internal clock speed 300 MHz processor SiRF Star III LP chipset and firmware solution Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium Ion battery Wide and accurate GPS coverage · · Intuitive and Intelligent Navigation software Integrated patch antenna for optimum satellite pick up at Landscape and Portrait Mobile design · · · Compact and lightweight body makes it easy for users to carry it anywhere while driving or hiking Car mount kit for multi-vehicle usage (windshield or dashboard mounting) On-the-road recharging options via the car charger and USB cable Battery life · · · Normal usage: 6 hours MP3 usage: with speaker: 6 hours, with earphone: 8 hours Navigation software usage: 4 hours Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 1 Ergonomic features · · · · · 2.8-inch QVGA LCD touch-sensitive screen Accessible control hot keys with backlight illumination Simple, easy-to-use user interface with large icons and command buttons Multi-language support for user interface Advanced power-saving options Multimedia programs · · MP3 for your musical entertainment Photo for your favourite digital pictures Contacts management programs · · Contacts for managing contact information on your device Microsoft ActiveSync for file transfer. 2 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Acer e3XX Series feature highlights Unpack the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Thank you for purchasing the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. The Acer e300 Series Travel Companion box contains all of the items listed below. · Acer e300 Series Travel Companion unit · Car mount kit Car mount Car Cradle Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 3 · Car charger · AC adaptor · Mini USB Sync and charge cable · Navigation software SD card · 4 User documentation Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Acer e3XX Series feature highlights Acer e300 Series Travel Companion CD Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Starter Guide Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Warranty Booklet Navigation software Quick Starter Guide Navigation software CD Optional accessories: GPS antenna TMSC module and antenna Report any product defects or missing items to the place of purchase immediately. Save the boxes and packing materials for future use. Some models may include optional accessories that might not be shown in the above illustrations. Please check with your dealer for more details. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 5 CHAPTER 1 First things first This chapter describes the hardware interface of the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion and its peripherals. Instructions for setting up the device and some basic system operations are also discussed. System tour This section gives you a tour of the device hardware interface. Front and Rear panels No. 1 Icon Component Power button/ Battery charging status LED indicator Description Turn the device on or off. Indicates the battery charging status. · · · Green ­ Battery is fully charged; the device is running on battery power. Orange ­ Battery charging Red ­ Battery nearly depleted, should recharge the battery immediately. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 6 First things first No. 2 Icon Component Touch screen Description Displays the applications, data, and map images available on your device. It is touch-sensitive and responds to finger taps. Pressing this button while in the Main Menu panel will bring you to the Navigation panel. Pressing this button while in other panel other than the Main Menu, will bring you to the Main Menu. 3 Home/Navigation button 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Volume up button Microphone Volume down button Strap holder Battery compartment Battery cover latch Speaker Turn up the volume of the speaker. Inputs sounds and voices into your device. Turn down the volume of the speaker. Eyelet for holding strap. Houses the rechargeable battery. Slide up to release the battery cover. Emits system sounds. Note: For more information on how to use your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion in navigation mode, refer to the Navigation software Quick Starter Guide or the Navigation software User's Guide (located in the Navigation software CD). Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 7 First things first Top and bottom views No. 1 Icon Component SD/MMC slot Description Accepts SD and MMC storage cards, allowing you to use audio, image, and map files stored in it for use with internal applications. You can also use it to back up data from your device. Connects to audio lineout devices (earphones/headphones). Used as an input device for the e300. Connects the device to computer running on the Microsoft Windows platform. Also serve as the power connector for charging the device. 2 3 4 Earphone jack Stylus USB port 8 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion First things first Right and left panels No. 1 Icon Component Jog dial Description Turn up or down to select option and application on the screen. Press to confirm the selection. Connects to an external GPS antenna. Press to perform a soft reset if the device freezes (i.e., device no longer responds to the buttons on the screen). 2 3 GPS antenna jack Soft reset button Peripherals tour This section gives you a tour of the peripherals bundled with your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. Car mount kit The car mount kit consists of the car mount and the car cradle. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 9 First things first Car mount and car cradle No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Component Cradle plate Adjustment joint Flexible rod Suction cup release tab Suction cup Suction cup locking lever Description Connects the car mount to the car cradle. Can be adjusted in eight directions. Can be adjusted to further enhance the viewing comfort of the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. Pull to release the vacuum seal of the suction cup. Fixes the car mount on the selected mounting area. Secures the vacuum seal of the car mount. If you need to attach the cradle to a surface that is uneven you should use the non-slip pad that is provided with the car cradle. Peel off the sticker back to expose the adhesive side (1); stick the non-slip pad to a clean surface (2); attach the car mount on the non-slip pad (3). 10 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion First things first If you remove the non-slip pad after placing it on a surface, the non-slip pad might leave an adhesive residue. Chargers Car charger Wall charger USB cable The included USB cable is used to transfer files from your computer to your device as well as used for charging your device. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 11 First things first Acer e300 Series Travel Companion setup Using your new Acer e300 Series Travel Companion is a snap. Unpack, mount, turn on, and you're ready to go. Perform the following easy installation tasks to start using the device straight out of the box: 1. Unpack the device 2. Install the battery 3. Turn on and configure the device. 4. Set up the device on your vehicle. See your quick guide for more info. If you remove your battery, you have to recalibrate your device, set your time and languages again. 12 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion First things first Set up the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion on your vehicle The Acer e300 Series Travel Companion comes with a car mount kit and a car charger with which you can set up your device on your vehicle. You can choose to position the car mount kit on the windshield using the suction cup, or on the dashboard using the self-adhesive power disc connector. Some countries prohibit the mounting of any electronic device in any location on the vehicle dashboard. Be sure to check your local laws for acceptable mounting areas before installing the car mount bracket. Some newer vehicle models may have a heat reflective shield embedded in the windshield. This may in some cases obstruct the GPS signal reception. If you encounter this problem in your vehicle, you need to purchase an external GPS antenna. For more information, contact your local Acer dealer. Car mount installation reminders Install the car mount on the surface of your vehicle: · · · · That is smooth, flat and free of dirt and oil Where the driver can easily view/reach it without taking his/her eyes off too far from the road Where the device will not obscure car controls nor restrict the driver's view of the road Far from the air bag deployment area To set up the device on your vehicle: This section shows how to install the car mount kit in your vehicle's windshield using the suction cup. For dashboard installation procedures using the self-adhesive power disc connector refer to the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Starter Guide. 1. Clean the mounting surface with a glass cleaner and a clean cotton cloth. 2. If the ambient temperature is below 15°C (60°F) warm the mounting area and the suction cup (e.g. with a hair dryer) to ensure a strong suction bond. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 13 First things first 3. Install the car mount on the selected area. · · · · Fix the suction cup to the selected area with the locking lever facing up. Flip the locking lever away from you to create a vacuum between the suction cup and the mounting surface. Make sure that the suction bond is strong enough before proceeding to the next step. Insert the pegs on the car mount's cradle plate to the holes on the back of the car cradle, then move the car cradle in the directions shown, until both parts are engaged. 4. Insert the Navigation software SD card into the device. 14 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion First things first 5. Dock the device on the car cradle. 6. The internal antenna of your device is located as shown, for the best GPS reception, make sure to mount your device in the correct position as shown in the illustrations. If you planned on using the device while hiking, for best reception, be sure to hold it at a 45° angle. 7. After setting up the device on the car mount, connect the car charger. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 15 First things first If the car engine is turned off, you may be required to switch the vehicle ignition back into the Accessories position. Consult your vehicle owner's manual. The power LED indicator lights up orange during charging. The device comes with the battery pre-charged to at least 30% capacity. You can start using it once it is mounted in your vehicle and connected to the cigarette lighter. However, for maximum usage time you need to charge your device to full capacity. Go to the "Recharging the device" section for instructions. Start up the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Before mounting the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion on your vehicle, you should first calibrate the screen. After screen calibration, proceed to system settings configuration. To turn on and calibrate the device: 1. Turn on your device by pressing the power button on the front right panel of the device. When you first turn on your device, you will be asked to calibrate the screen. This process ensures that when you tap the screen the item tapped is activated. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. After calibrating the screen, the Main Menu panel displays. This is also referred to as the Home panel. 16 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion First things first To configure system settings: If you intend to start using your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion at once, we recommend that you configure the language and date/time settings first. The rest of the user preferences can be set up later. 1. Tap "Settings" on the Main Menu panel. 2. To set the system language settings, tap "Language". i. Tap the up or down arrow under the Text and Voice settings until the language of your choice is displayed. 3. To set the system date and time, tap "Date/Time". 4. Tap "Date". i. Tap the up or down arrow under the Year, Month, and Day settings to set the date values. Tap the up or down arrow under the Hour and Minute settings to set the time values. 5. Tap "Time". i. 6. Tap "Time Zone". i. Tap the radio button for the time zone of your choice. twice to return to the Main Menu panel. 7. Tap For more information on the rest of the system configuration options, go to "Chapter 5 ­ System configuration". Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 17 First things first Congratulations! Your new Acer e300 Series Travel Companion is now ready for use. Proceed to "Chapter 2 ­ Acer e300 Series Travel Companion fundamentals" for more information on the device's user interface or you can refer to the Navigation software Quick Starter Guide to start using the device in navigation mode. 18 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion CHAPTER 2 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion fundamentals This chapter describes basic hardware procedures in using your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. Information on the device's command interface is also discussed. Hardware interface Using the touch screen backlight Under some lighting conditions, viewing the information on your device may be difficult. If this is the case, activate the backlight by tapping on the screen to illuminate the touch screen. Using the SD/MMC slot Your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion has an SD/MMC slot compatible with a range of SD and MMC storage cards that you can use to back up or transfer files and data. Also, the Acer e300's GPS navigation system has its core on the Navigation software program. Using this program requires that users load the digital maps available in the Navigation software SD card included with the device. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 20 Acer e3XX Series fundamentals To insert a storage card: · Hold the device securely; then push the card into the slot until you hear an audible system sound; this will signal that the card is already properly seated within the slot. The card is secure when it is not protruding from the slot. To remove a storage card: 1. Hold the device securely; then push against the top of the card, as if you were pushing it further into the slot, letting the card spring out. An audible system sound will signal that the card has been released. 2. Gently remove the card from the slot. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 21 Acer e3XX Series fundamentals Establishing device-PC connection The USB cable that comes with your device enables you to connect the device to your computer. File Explorer displays the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion as a USB mass storage device, with the SD/MMC card shown as a sub-folder. Once connected, you can: · Use File Explorer to copy digital music and image files into your device's SD/MMC card and access them when in Multimedia mode. It is advisable to organize files into subfolders. This will served as play lists and albums when you access the files from your device. To enable access of multimedia files from your device, it should be located on the SD/MMC card, not on the device's memory. Go to "Chapter 4 ­ Multimedia mode" for more information on how to work in Multimedia mode. · Recharge the device via the USB connection Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Use Microsoft ActiveSync to exchange information between your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion and a computer running on the Microsoft Windows platform. 22 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Acer e3XX Series fundamentals If you have a previous version of the Microsoft ActiveSync installed in your computer, uninstall it first before installing the latest version of Microsoft ActiveSync from the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion CD. Microsoft ActiveSync does not support sync function on this device, it only supports file transfer. Minimum installation requirements: · · · · · · Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, ME, and 98 SE Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later Hard disk drive with 12 to 65 MB of available hard disk space Available USB port CD-ROM drive VGA graphics card or compatible video graphics adapter at 256 color or higher To install Microsoft ActiveSync on your computer: 1. Close any open programs, including those that run at startup, and disable any virus-scanning software. 2. Insert the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive. The CD's welcome page will be displayed. 3. Click the installation language of your choice. 4. Click "Install ActiveSync" on the Please select your task screen. The installation wizard will automatically begin. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. will appear on your After installation, the ActiveSync icon computer's system tray (on the lower right-hand corner of the screen). For detailed information on how to use ActiveSync on your computer, start "ActiveSync"; then click "Help", "Microsoft ActiveSync Help". Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 23 Acer e3XX Series fundamentals Recharging the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion uses a rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium Ion battery. The status icon located on the top right corner of the Main Menu panel indicates the level of the device's battery power. If the battery level becomes low in the course of normal use, recharge the device. Normally, you can use the wall charger to recharge your device. Additionally, you can also use the Mini USB Sync and charge cable to recharge your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. However, this may be difficult when there's no available computer on hand. When your device battery is drained while on the road, you can still recharge your device by using either the car charger cable bundled with your device. Recharging time from empty to full capacity is about 2.5 hours in all cases. If the battery level reaches very low status, the device will automatically turn off. In this case, you have about 12 hours to recharge your device after which you risk losing all data on the device's internal memory. In case all data is lost, the next time you power on the device you will be prompted to restore the data. The Acer e300 Series Travel Companion can be turned on without battery, it should be connected to an AC power (car charger, AC adapter) and the battery cover covered. The Acer e300 Series Travel Companion will not go into suspend mode automatically, if you don't plan to use it for a long period of time, you should turn off the power to save battery. 24 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Acer e3XX Series fundamentals To recharge the device using the car charger: Use the car charger to recharge your device while it is mounted on your vehicle. To recharge the device using the USB cable: The Mini USB Sync and charge cable that comes with your device enables you to connect your device to a computer running on the Microsoft Windows platform. When connected, the device battery is also recharged via the USB connection. Go to the "Establishing device-PC connection" section for instructions on how to connect your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion to a computer. You cannot simultaneously charge the device while transferring files thru the USB cable. The device will recharge the battery only after the finishing the file transfer function. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 25 Acer e3XX Series fundamentals Command interface Using the hot keys The hot keys on your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion allow users to: · · +/- - Control the volume level of sound from the speaker - Return to the Main Menu Panel/Launch the Navigation panel 26 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Acer e3XX Series fundamentals Using the Acer e300 Series Travel Companion touch screen The Acer e300 Series Travel Companion touch sensitive screen allows for a more natural way of entering information into the device using fingers instead of a stylus--no more wasted time finding a lost stylus or fumbling with an awkwardly shaped one! In this Guide, the tap and hold-and-drag actions are done by: · · Tap - Touch the screen once with your stylus to open items and select options. Hold and drag ­ Tap a slider icon and drag it across the screen. In Photo's Full Screen mode, hold and drag the image to pan it in different directions. Return ­ Tap to return to the previous screen. · Using the Main menu panel When you turn on your device for the first time each day, you'll see the Main Menu panel, also called the Home panel. From any other screen, you can revert to it by pressing the Main Menu hot key . The Main Menu title bar displays the current time (with 12-hour notation), the panel name, and the battery power level status icon. Go to the "Recharging the device" section for more information on this status icon. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 27 Acer e3XX Series fundamentals There are five program icons on the Main Menu panel. · Tap on to display the Navigation panel. Refer to the Navigation software Quick Starter Guide or the Navigation software User's Guide for more information on how to use the device in navigation mode. · Tap on to launch MP3 for music mode operation. Go to "Chapter 4 ­ Multimedia mode" for more information. · Tap on to launch Photo for picture mode operation. Go to "Chapter 4 ­ Multimedia mode" for more information. · Tap on list. to launch the Contacts program to access your contacts · Tap on to open the Settings panel to configure the device's user preferences. Go to "Chapter 5 ­ System configuration" for more information. 28 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion CHAPTER 3 Contacts management Contact files imported/exported to and from your device and computer is saved in .fs format. Contacts Contacts maintain a list of your friends' and colleagues' contact information. These include their email address, street address, multiple phone numbers, and other related information, such as birthday or anniversary date. You can enter multiple address entries for each contact. This program is integrated with your Navigation software enabling users to treat all address entries as possible destination points in navigation mode. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 29 CHAPTER 4 Multimedia mode This chapter describes the multimedia programs bundled with your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion. Multimedia mode overview In addition to its navigating function, your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion is also a mobile entertainment tool that lets you enjoy your digital music and image collection on the road. MP3 and Photo extend your device's function to the multimedia scene. To enable access of multimedia files from your device, it should be located on the SD/MMC card, not on the device's memory. Do this either by: · Using the USB cable to connect the device, with the SD/MMC card inside, to your computer, then use File Explorer to copy digital music and image files into the device's SD/MMC card folder. Using a compatible card reader to directly copy digital music and image files to the SD/MMC card. It is advisable to organize files into subfolders. This will served as play lists and albums when you access the files from your device. · MP3 Enjoy your favorite music on the road. The program features: · · · · · Support for MP3, WAV and WMA files Auto-scanning of supported files in the device's built-in memory and SD/MMC card Separate volume control enabling you to adjust the playback sound level while retaining the volume level set for system sounds Hot key function for volume control Play list support based on sub-directory contents Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 30 Multimedia mode s Each sub-directory containing compatible music files is treated as an individual play list. For a more organized file search, it is advisable to named sub-directories based on genre or listening preferences. To illustrate, a sub-directory containing music you listen to when traveling can be named "Journey favorites"; or "Top alternative" for a sub-directory consisting of your favorite alternative songs. · Shuffle and repeat playback functions Using MP3 To open MP3: · Tap "MP3" on the Main Menu panel. To open files for playback: 1. The program will automatically scan the device SD/MMC card for supported digital files. Only sub-directories containing compatible music files will be displayed. 2. Search for the file you want to play. Tap up/down arrow or use the jog dial to scroll through all available files. 3. Tap a file or press the jog dial to start playback of the selected file. o When the file is located in the root directory, tap the file for playback. o When the file is located inside a sub-directory, tap the subdirectory icon; then tap a file for playback. The selected file will automatically be played. Files in the same directory will also be played provided the Repeat function is disabled. To rearrange the playback sequence: Each directory containing supported music files is considered a play list. You can choose to shuffle the playback sequence to play files in random order. · · To enable the "Random" mode, tap . A fade-out shuffle icon indicates enabled "Random" mode. To disable the Random mode, tap the fade-out Random button. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 31 Multimedia mode Tapping will automatically disable the Random mode. To enable/disable the Repeat mode: The Repeat mode lets you play the current track in a loop. The same track will be played over and over again until you disable the Repeat mode. · · To enable the Repeat mode, tap A fade-out "Repeat" icon indicates enabled Repeat mode. To disable the Shuffle mode, tap the fade-out "Repeat" button. Tapping will automatically disable the Repeat mode. To control the playback volume: To adjust the playback volume, you can use either the MP3 volume control slider or the volume control hot keys. · · Hold and drag the slider of the volume progress bar. This will only affect the volume of the track playback. Press the volume hot keys +/-. This will also adjust the sound level for the device's system sounds. 32 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion Multimedia mode s Photo These days every mobile gadget seems to be equipped with a digital camera, better for capturing that spontaneous moment. With Acer e300 Series Travel Companion you can keep these images of your favorite moments as mobile as you are by using Photo. The program features: · · · · Support for JPEG, BMP (1-, 4-, 8-, and 24-bit) and GIF (still images) files Auto scanning of supported files in the device's built-in memory and SD/MMC card. Three viewing modes: Thumbnail, Full Screen, and Slide Show Album support based on sub-directory contents Each sub-directory containing compatible image files is treated as an individual album. For a more organized file search, it is advisable to sort image files into sub-directories based on something, such as a particular event or a certain period. To illustrate, a sub-directory containing pictures from your daughter's birthday can be named th "Cassie's 10 birthday"; or "May 11 to June 24 log" for a sub-directory consisting of pictures taken during that period. Using Photo To open Photo: · Tap "Photo" on the Main Menu panel. The program will automatically scan the device's SD/MMC card for supported image files. Image files will be displayed as thumbnails; only sub-directories containing compatible files will be displayed. Tap up/down arrow or use the jog dial to scroll through all available files. When a thumbnail is selected, a red border appears around it. Viewing files in Full Screen mode You can view image files in full screen. To view image files in Full Screen mode: 1. Search for the file you want to view. Tap Tap or use the jog dial to scroll through all available files. to return to the device's root directory. 2. Open the file in full screen mode. Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 33 Multimedia mode o When the file is located in the root directory, tap the file. o When the file is located inside a sub-directory, tap the subdirectory icon; then tap the file you want to view. 3. Then tap . To change the image magnification level: · Tap the magnifying glass with a "+" sign or press the "+" to zoom into the center of the image. When in a Zoom In state, you can hold and drag the image to pan it in any direction you want. · Tap the magnifying glass with a "-" sign or press the "-" to zoom out the image display. To change the image orientation: · Tap to rotate the images 90° clockwise. To return to Thumbnail mode: · Tap . Viewing files in Slide Show mode You have the option to view images in a slide show much like viewing a PowerPoint presentation in your computer. Images are adjusted to fit the entire display area and are shown in a 3-second interval. To enable the Slide Show mode: · In Thumbnail or Full Screen mode, tap . Tap the touch screen to stop the slide show and return to the previous viewing mode. 34 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion CHAPTER 5 System configuration This chapter describes the ways you can customize your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion by setting user preferences. System settings overview You can adjust the settings of your device to suit the way you work. Adjusting certain settings, such as those for system volume, power LED, and hot keys/ touch screen backlight may increase your standby time. To access the Settings panel: · Tap "Settings" on the Main Menu panel. There are six preferences icon on this panel: · Tap to set the volume level for system sounds and enable tapping sound. · Tap backlight. to view the battery power level and enable the hot keys Acer e300 Series Travel Companion 35 System configuration · Tap to set the language option for the system menus and voice prompts. · Tap to change the system date, time, and time zone settings. · Tap to displays your device's model name and related technical specifications. · Tap to displays option for Back to Factory Default, toggle for landscape and portrait mode, screen recalibration and Send Emergency Info. Customizing user preferences Volume To set the system sounds volume level: 1. Tap "+/-" to adjust the volume level. To enable tap sounds: 1. Tap the "Enable sound for TAP" check box. Power To set backlight brightness: 1. Tap the +/- to the right of the "Backlight" to set the brightness of the backlight. To set backlight auto-off function when running on Battery power: 1. Tap the +/- to the right of "Battery" to set the screen backlight auto- off function. Options include Never, backlight off after 30 seconds, 1, 2, or 3 minutes. 36 Acer e300 Series Travel Companion System configuration To set backlight auto-off function when running on AC power: 1. Tap the +/- to the right of "AC Power" to set the screen backlight auto-off function. Options include Never, backlight off after 1, 5, 10 or 30 minutes. Language The Acer e300 Series Travel Companion's user interface supports multiple pre-loaded languages. Go to step 2 of the "To configure system settings" section for instructions on how to set the system language. To load additional language options, refer to your Navigation software User's Guide. Date Time Go to step 3 of the "To configure system settings" section for instructions on how to set the system date and time. System Info Go to the "Troubleshooting your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion" section for instructions on how to use the three command buttons on the System Info screen. Misc. Go to the "Troubleshooting your Acer e300 Series Travel Companion" section for instructions on how to use the command buttons on the Misc. screen.