AiGuru U1 USB Phone for Skype User Manual
E3450 First Edition V1 April 2008 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Safety precautions For your safety and to keep your phone in good operating condition, read the following tips and reminders carefully before using your phone. Always keep the phone dry and free from dust. Refer phone servicing only to qualified personnel. Use only approved accessories. Do not connect incompatible products or devices. Use the phone following the instructions in this user guide. Refer to the Appendix for detailed safety notices.
Contents Safety precautions.........................................................................................iii Contents .........................................................................................................iv About this guide.............................................................................................vi Welcome .........................................................................................................viii Specifications............................
Contents 3.4 Setting the ringtone.......................................................................3-6 Appendix: Reference information A.1 Notices............................................................................................A-2 A.3 FAQ..................................................................................................A-5 A.2 Safety statements...........................................................................A-3 ASUS contact information........................
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need to use your AiGuru U1 USB phone for Skype. How this guide is organized This user guide contains the following parts: • • • • vi Chapter 1: Basic information This chapter introduces the phone layout. Chapter 2: Installing the utility and connecting the phone This chapter describes how to install Skype™ and the U1 drivers/utilities and how to connect the phone to your PC.
Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following conventions used throughout this user guide. NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to the unit when trying to complete a task.
Welcome Thank you for choosing ASUS AiGuru U1 USB Phone for Skype. �������������� This phone is designed to facilitate SkypeTM-related service and features and ������������������� allows you to make phone calls using your broadband connection. What is SkypeTM? SkypeTM is a simple utility that enables you to make free calls anywhere in the world. If you are tired of paying your outrageous phone bill, SkypeTM is definitely for you! Install the SkypeTM utility to your PC from the bundled support CD.
Specifications Dimension 122 (L) x 40 (W) x 11.8 (H) mm Weight 70 g Display 1.3 inch 128 x 64 Dot Matrix STN-LCD LCD backlight White color Power supply USB power Operation mode Connects to PC/NB USB ports USB port USB 1.1/2.0 Full Speed Device Socket and connector 1.5 (L) m USB cable Audio 0.
Specifications Keypad Numeric keys End key Call key Navigation keys Right soft key Left soft key Material/Component MTBF 24,000 hours Confirming to the Green ASUS regulations Software to install AiGuru U1 utility Skype™ software OS support Windows® XP 32 bit / Windows® Vista™ 32 bit
Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Basic information This chapter introduces the phone layout.
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1. Receiver. 3. Left soft key. Press to perform the function currently displayed on the bottom left corner of the screen. 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. LCD screen. Call key. Press to dial or answer calls. Press to show the number you last dial. Navigation/Volume keys. Press to scroll up/down through the menu items or press to increase/decrease the volume. Numeric keypad. Press to enter numbers. Double-press or hold the “0” key to enter “+.” Microphone. End key.
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Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Installing the utility and connecting the phone This chapter describes how to install Skype™ and the U1 drivers/utilities and how to connect the phone to your PC.
2.1 Installing the AiGuru U1 utility For Eee PC Windows® XP Edition users, go directly to 2.3 Connecting U1 to your Eee PC Windows® XP Edition. Before using your AiGuru U1 USB phone for Skype, install Skype™ as well as the AiGuru U1 drivers/utilities from the support CD. These programs allow you to optimize your phone features. Requirements for installing the AiGuru U1 utility 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Installing Skype™ 1. From the main screen, click Install Skype(TM) Software. We recommand that you install Skype™ from the support CD. 2. 3. 4. The Skype™-Install screen appears. Select your language from the drop-down list. Read the License Agreement and then check the box. Click Install to begin installation. When installation is completed, click Start Skype to launch the Skype™ program on your PC. If you do not have a Skype account, you may create one.
Installing AiGuru U1 utility 1. From the main screen, click Install AiGuru U1 Utility. 2. The InstallShield Wizard will guide you through the installation. Click Next. 3. Click Next or click Change to assign a folder location and then click Next. 4. If you want to create a shortcut on the desktop, check the box and click Next.
5. Click Install to begin installation. 6. Connect U1 to your computer and select a playback device you frequently use. If you use Windows® Vista™, follow step 6 to 9. If not, go to step 10. 7. The audio configuration window appears. A green check marks the currently used playback device. ASUS AiGuru U1 USB Phone for Skype 8. To change a playback device, select the device and click Set Default.
9. The selected device is marked by a green check. Click OK. 10. When installation is completed, click Finish. 11. The AiGuru U1 Utility icon will appear on your desktop. 12. A warning message appears. Select Allow this program to use Skype and then click OK. The U1 icon with a cross will also appear on the notification area to indicate that U1 is not yet connected to your PC. Under Windows® Vista™, the U1 is already connected to your PC and its icon shows the following.
2.2 Connecting U1 to your PC After installing Skype™ and AiGuru U1 Utility, you may connect the phone to your PC. To connect U1 to your PC: 1. Plug U1 into any USB ports on your PC. The ASUS logo appears on the U1 screen to indicate that the phone is activated. Also, the U1 icon on the notification area is changed when the phone is plugged in. The U1 is powered by the PC when you connect its USB cable to the computer. 2.
• About: Select to view the software information. • Exit: Select to deactivate the phone. • Help: Select to open an electronic version of the user manual. If you connect U1 to the computer without signing in Skype™, the U1 screen shows the following: 2.3 Connecting U1 to Eee PC Windows® XP Edition To connect U1 to your Eee PC Windows® XP Edition: 1. 2. 3. From the Eee PC desktop, double-click the Skype icon to launch the Skype application. Enter your Skype name and password to sign in.
4. Right-click the U1 icon to open the software menu options: • • • • Auto Launch: If you check this item, the phone is activated and Skype™ is launched automatically when you start Windows®. About: Select to view the software information. Help: Select to open an electronic version of the user manual. Exit: Select to deactivate the phone.
2.4 Standby mode When your phone is activated but not in use, it is in standby mode.
Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Using AiGuru U1 This chapter provides instructions on how to use the phone with its menus.
3.1 Making a call Calling a contact in the contact list The contact list displayed on your U1 screen contains only the contacts saved in your Skype account. Search for a contact and make a call. To make a call to a contact: 1. From the standby mode, select Skype by pressing the left soft key. 2. The Contacts menu appears. Press the left soft key (Enter) to enter your contact list. 3. From the contact list, press the vup/down navigation keys to scroll through the contacts and make your selection. 4.
Making a SkypeOut call To make a call to a mobile phone or landline using SkypeOut™, you need to purchase credits. Visit the Skype™ website at www.skype.com for details. To call a SkypeOut contact: 1. 2. From the standby mode, select Contacts by pressing the right soft key. Scroll up/down through your contact list to select a SkypeOut contact. Press the Call key to make the call. To dial a SkypeOut number: 1. 2. 3.
3.2 Answering a call Incoming calls When you receive a call, the phone rings and the U1 screen shows the caller ID. Press the Call key to answer the call or press the End key to reject the call. You can also use the left soft key (Answer) or the right soft key (Reject). During a call When a call is in progress, the following options are available: • • • Hold/Un-hold: Press the left soft key (Hold) to hold a call. Press the key again (Un-hold) to proceed.
3.3 Call logs Call logs consist of information about missed, received, and dialed calls. To view lists of these calls: 1. From the standby mode, press the left soft key (Skype) to display call logs. 2. Scroll up/down through the Missed Calls, Incoming Calls, and Outgoing Calls logs. Select a log and press the left soft key (Enter) to enter. 3. Scroll up/down through the calls in the log. The screen shows caller ID and status as well as the call time. Most recent calls appear first in a log.
3.4 Setting the ringtone You can select a ringtone for U1 or mute the phone. To set the ringtone: 1. From the standby mode, press the up/down navigation key to display the current ringtone, and the ringtone will be played. 2. Press the up/down navigation key to select a ringtone from Silence and Ringtone #1 to Ringtone #9. 3. 3-6 Press the left soft key (Save) to apply your choice or press the right soft key (Back) to keep the original setting.
Appendix Appendix: Reference information This chapter includes safety notices, FAQ, and ASUS contact information.
A.1 Notices FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment 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.
A.2 Safety statements Safety Warnings: Read the following safety warnings carefully before using your cell phone. • • • • • This equipment is intended for use with power supplied from supplied battery charger(s) and/or power supply unit(s). Other usage will invalidate any certification given to this apparatus and may be dangerous. Switch off your phone when in an aircraft.
Proper Disposal The symbol of the crossed out bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
A.3 FAQ This section provides solutions to problems that may occur or questions commonly encountered during the installation and operation of ASUS AiGuru U1 USB Phone for Skype. Read the Q&As below to solve your problems. If you cannot find an answer here, check the ASUS contact information at the end of the user manual. Q1. A1. Q2. A2. Q3. A3. Q4. A4. Why can I not hear the other party clearly? Your PC speaker volume or the U1 receiver volume may be set too low.
Q5. A5. After I finish installing the AiGuru U1 utility, the following window appears. If I choose “Do not allow this program to use Skype,” how do I re-activate U1? 1. Go to Skype → Tools → Options → Advanced → Advanced Settings. Click Manage other programs’ access to Skype. 2. Select the AiGuru U1 icon and click Change. A-6 3. Select Allow this program to use Skype and click OK.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Taiwan) Technical Support Hotline Fax E-mail Web site 0800-093-456 (Toll-free call from Taiwan only) +886-2-2895-9254 http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx http://taiwan.asus.com.tw ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific) Technical Support Hotline Fax E-mail Web site +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7698 http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx http://www.asus.
ASUS contact information ASUS Holland B.V. (Netherlands) Notebook Hotline Fax Email +31-(0)591-668190 +31-(0)591-666853 http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx (Notebook, MB, VGA only) ASUS COMPUTER (China) Telephone Email A-8 +86-10-82667575 http://vip.asus.com.cn/eservice/techserv.
