P526 User Manual
E3125 First Edition May 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK Computers, 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 ASUS Telecom (“ASUS”).
Table of Contents P526 specifications................................................................................ 8 Package contents................................................................................... 9 Chapter 1: Getting started Getting to know your P526................................................................. 12 Layout ...................................................................................................... 12 Device components description.......................
Chapter 2: Entering data Using the Input Panel.......................................................................... 28 Using the Block Recognizer........................................................................... 28 Using the On-screen keyboard...................................................................... 29 Using the Letter Recognizer.......................................................................... 30 Using T9 input..........................................................
Using the Speed Dial..................................................................................... 50 Using Voice Commander............................................................................... 51 Receiving a call..................................................................................... 52 Chapter 4: Wireless features Using the Wireless Manager................................................................ 54 Using Bluetooth®....................................................
Chapter 6: Other features ASUS Launcher.................................................................................... 86 Using the ASUS Launcher............................................................................. 86 ASUS CallFilter..................................................................................... 87 Launching ASUS CallFilter............................................................................. 87 Using ASUS CallFilter...............................................
Battery Memory .....................................................................................................114 .....................................................................................................115 Storage card memory...................................................................................115 Programs running in memory........................................................................116 Settings ................................................................
P526 specifications Processor TI OMAP 850 Operating System Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 6 Memory 128 MB NAND Flash ROM 64 MB SDRAM Display 2.6-inch, 320 x 240 TFT Touchscreen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with 65,536 color and LED back-lighting Frequency band Quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) Integrated GSM/GPRS/EDGE and GPS with internal antenna GPS Built-in SiRF star III chipset GPRS Class B, Multislot class 10 Camera 2.
Package contents Check your P526 package for the following items: P ASUS P526 device P Battery P AC Adapter P Mini-USB cable P Headset P Stylus P Car cell phone charger P Car Kit (PDA holder and windshield suction pedestal) P Protection case P Getting Started CD P User Manual P Quick Start Guide P Warranty Card NOTE: If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. CAUTION: • To reduce risk of fire, use only correct battery type.
Chapter Getting started 1 • Getting to know your P526 • Getting your device ready • Starting up • The Today screen 11
Getting to know your P526 Components: Layout 1 Power button 2 Jog dial 1 3 OK button I 4 Notification LED Top features 5 Earpiece receiver 6 LCD touch screen 5 4 7 Left Soft key 8 Start button 2 3 9 Voice Commander/Record button 10 Right Soft key 11 Call key 12 End key 6 13 Mode switcher button 7 11 8 9 14 13 12 12 15 16 Left side features 10 Front features 14 Alphanumeric keypad 15 Clear key 16 Mic
Getting to know your P526 Components: 17 19 18 21 17 GPS antenna connector 18 Stereo speaker 19 Camera lens 20 Battery compartment 21 Hold button 22 Camera button 20 22 23 23 Reset button 24 MicroSD slot 25 Stylus 26 Headphone slot 27 Mini-USB connector 24 25 Right side features Rear features 26 27 Bottom features 13
Device components description No. 14 Item Description 1 Power button Press once to set suspend mode or to wake device from sleep mode. Press and hold to turn the power ON or OFF. 2 Jog dial This three-direction jog dial allows you to conveniently navigate through menus without necessarily using the stylus. 3 OK button Press to confirm a command or press to close/exit an open application. 4 Notification LED This multi-color LED notifies the following: • Green - Phone fully charged.
Device components description No. Item Description 14 Alphanumeric keypad Allows you to input text and numbers. 15 Clear key Press to clear input character to the left. 16 Mic Used to make or receive phone calls, record sounds, record voice, or say voice commands. 17 GPS antenna connector Allows you to install an external GPS antenna for better signal reception. 18 Stereo speaker Allows you to listen audio media and phone calls. 19 Camera lens 2-megapixel fixed lens for taking pictures.
Getting your device ready Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can make a phone call using your P526, you need to install a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. A SIM card contains your phone number, subscriber details, phonebook, and additional phone memory. Your P526 comes with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. New batteries come partially discharged and should be fully charged before using them.
2. Remove the battery. 3. Insert the SIM card with its gold contacts facing down and the notched corner oriented to the upper left corner of the slot as shown. 4. Replace the battery into the compartment with its copper contacts properly aligned to the copper conductor on the device. 5. Replace battery compartment cover.
Charging the battery The bundled battery pack is shipped partially charged. Charge the battery up to four (4) hours before using for the first time. To charge battery: 1. Connect the AC adapter plug to the mini-USB connector at the bottom of the device. 2. Connect the AC power plug to a grounded wall socket or power strip. NOTE: • The notification LED turns red and charging battery icon appears on the status bar indicating that the battery is charging.
Starting up Powering your device Make sure that your P526 is fully-charged before starting the device for the first time. To turn on power: 1. Press and hold the power button. Power button 2. Follow onscreen instructions to align screen and set the local time zone. Using the stylus The stylus is a pen-like device found behind the upper right corner of your P526. • Use the stylus to write, draw, select, or drag an item on the screen. • Single-tap an item to select it. • Tap and hold an item to see a menu.
Calibrating P526 Calibrating your device ensures that the item you tap on the screen is activated. This involves tapping in the center of targets that appear in various coordinates on the screen. To calibrate your screen: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab then tap Screen icon. 2. On the General tab tap Align Screen then follow succeeding calibration screen instructions.
The Today screen The Today screen displays information useful to you. You can configure the Today screen to have all the important information you need. • To access the Today screen, tap Start > Today. • To personalize the Today screen, tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Today.
Status indicators Refer to the table below for the Today screen icon status indicators. Icon Description General Packet Radio Services (GPRS) available. Connecting via GPRS. Connected via GPRS. Connecting with ActiveSync ActiveSync connection not active. ActiveSync synchronization in progress. Synchronization error. Call forwarded. Call in progress. Call on hold. Missed call. New message.
Status indicators Icon Description New voice mail. No cellular phone service. No signal. Searching for cellular phone service. Indicates signal strength. Sound OFF. Sound ON. Battery low. Battery extremely low. Battery partially charged. Battery charging. Battery fully charged.
Status indicators Icon Description Searching Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi active. Roaming service. This icon appears only if you have international roaming feature. Vibrate or Meeting mode on. Bluetooth headset connected. Bluetooth head connected with sound. Appears when you set the alarm No SIM installed. Notice indicator. Tap to view notice. Pocket MSN service notification. Pocket MSN chat is online.
Screen orientation You can set the screen to three different orientations: 1. Portrait 2. Landscape Set to Portrait mode to get a better view or better operation of certain applications on your device. Set to Landscape when viewing pictures, video or viewing longer text files. To change the screen orientation, tap Start > Setting > System tab > Screen then select the orientation you want. You can also change the orientation by tapping the icon.
Start menu The Start menu contains various programs and applications that you commonly use. Tap Start to display the start menu items: Portrait mode Landscape mode You can also customize the items that appear in the Start menu. To do this: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Menus. 2. Select the check boxes of the items you want to appear in the Start menu. You can select up to seven (7) items.
Chapter Entering data 2 • Using the Input Panel • Writing and drawing on the screen • Recording voice • Using ActiveSync™ • Synchronizing with Exchange Server • Searching information • Getting Help 27
Using the Input Panel When you start an application or select a field that requires text, symbols, or numbers, the Input Panel icon appears on the menu bar. The Input Panel allows you to select various input methods including: Block Recognizer, Keyboard, Letter Recognizer, and Transcriber. Using the Block Recognizer The Block Recognizer allows you to use a single stroke to write letters, numbers, symbols, or punctuations, which are converted into typed text. To use the Block Recognizer: 1.
Using the On-screen keyboard With the on-screen keyboard, you can input text, symbols, numbers, or other special characters when input is possible. To input text using the on-screen keyboard: 1. In an application, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Keyboard. 2. Input text by tapping keys on the on-screen keyboard. Input panel To enlarge the on-screen keyboard: 1. Tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Option. 2. Select Keyboard from the Input Method list. 3. Tap Large Keys.
Using the Letter Recognizer With the Letter Recognizer you can write individual letters, numbers, or special characters, which are converted into typed text. To use the Letter Recognizer: 1. In an application, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Letter Recognizer. 2. Write letters, numbers, symbols, or punctuations in the designated writing area. • Write capital letters on the ABC (left) area of the box. • Write lower case letters on the abc (middle) area of the box.
Using T9 input T9 allows you to enter text in alpha-numeric format. As you key in alpha-numeric texts on the keypad, T9 automatically matches your input with most likely the completed word. To switch to T9 input, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap T9. T9 input shortcuts • To key in a word or number, tap the keys on the keypad. • To insert a word or number from the word list: a. Use jog dial to move highlighted bar on word list. b. Press jog dial to add selected word or number. c.
Using the Transcriber Transcriber is a handwriting recognition program that allows you to write in cursive, print, or mixed styles. It reliably recognizes not only written text but also numbers and symbols. Make sure to write legibly. See Help for more information on the Transcriber. To use the Transcriber: 1. Start an application that accepts user input, such as Notes or Word Mobile. 2. Tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Transcriber. To write using Transcriber (using Notes): 1.
Writing and drawing on the screen You can write or draw directly on the screen and save notes in your own handwriting. If you prefer to use your own handwriting or use drawings in your notes, set the default input mode to Writing. If you prefer text, set the default mode to Typing. To set the default input mode for Notes: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Notes. 2. From the Notes list, tap Menu > Options. 3.
Recording voice At any time, whether your phone is on stand-by or active mode, you can record sound, voice, or add a recording to a note while using your device. To create a voice recording: Press and hold the Voice Commander button to begin recording. Or, you can follow the given steps: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Notes. 2. From the Notes list, tap New. 3. If you do not see the recording toolbar, tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar. 4. Tap the record icon to begin recording. 5.
To add a recording to a saved note: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Notes. 2. From the Notes list, tap to open a saved note. 3. If you do not see the recording toolbar, tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar. 4. Tap the record icon to begin recording. 5. Place the receiver near your mouth or source of sound. 6. Tap the stop icon when finished recording. A recording icon appears on the note. 7. Tap .
Using ActiveSync™ ActiveSync™ allows you to synchronize data in your device with data in your computer. ActiveSync can also synchronize over a wireless or cellular network with Microsoft Exchange Server, provided that your cellular phone service or company is running Microsoft Exchange Server with Exchange ActiveSync. When synchronized directly with Exchange Server, you can stay up to date even when your PC is turned off.
If you wish to synchronize your device with Exchange Server through your company or service provider, obtain the name of the Exchange Server, user name, password, and domain name from your network administrator before starting the Sync Setup Wizard. To install and configure ActiveSync in your computer: 1. Insert the Microsoft Getting Started CD that came with your device package. 2. Follow succeeding screen instructions. 3.
Synchronizing via mini-USB You can connect to your device using the bundled mini-USB cable to synchronize to your computer. To synchronize your device via mini-USB: 1. After installing ActiveSync to your computer, connect the mini-USB plug to the mini-USB connector at the bottom of the device. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer. Upon connection, ActiveSync automatically synchronizes your device.
Synchronizing with Exchange Server To synchronize your device with Exchange Server: 1. From the ActiveSync menu, tap Menu > Add Server Source. 2. In the Server Address field, input the name of the server running Exchange Server then tap Next. If necessary, tap the check box This server requires an encrypted (SSL) connection.
3. Input your name, password, and domain then tap Next. 4. Tap the check boxes to select the data items that you want to synchronize with Exchange Server. To change the available synchronization settings, select a data item then tap Settings. Tap Finish when done. 5. Start the sync process.
Setting the synchronization schedule To set the synchronization with Exchange Server: 1. From the ActiveSync screen, tap Menu > Schedule. 2. Refer to the table for input details. Volume Recommended setup High Select a shorter interval in the Peak times list. Low Select As items arrive option or a longer interval in the Off-peak times list. While roaming Check Use above settings while roaming. Sending messages Check Send outgoing items immediately.
Searching information Using the search tool, you can search for files and other items stored in your device or the external MicroSD card. You can search by file name or by words located in various applications including the Calendar, Contacts, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, Outlook Mobile, Help, Messages, Notes, and Tasks. You can also filter your search to files larger than 64 KB. To search for a file or an item: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Search. 2.
Getting Help You can easily find Help for using any program on the device. To get help for a program: • From the Today screen or program, tap Start > Help. A page will open with links to topics that explain how to use the program.
Chapter Phone features 3 • Using the phone • Making a call • Receiving a call 45
Using phone Like a standard cellular phone, you can use your P526 to make and receive calls. You can also keep a history of calls made and received, send SMS or MMS messages, take notes while talking, call from Contacts, and copy data from installed SIM card to your device. Phone pad The phone pad allows you to easily dial and access the Contacts, Call History, Speed Dial, and Phone settings. To launch the Phone pad, do any of the following: • Tap Start > Phone. • Press .
Making a call You can make a phone call using the phone pad. You can also make calls directly from the Contacts, Call History, Speed Dial, or Voice Commander. Using the alphanumeric keypad To make a call using the alphanumeric keypad: 1. Ensure the device is not on hold. 2. Input the number of the party you want to call then press Call key. If you pressed the wrong number, press Clear key to erase number to the left. 3. Talk to the called party when connected. 4.
Phone pad features Displays the current call status Press to mute Press to launch Contacts list Press to turn speaker ON/OFF Press to hold call Press to take notes Press to end call Press to launch keypad Using Smart dialer Smart Dialer utilizes the predefined alphabets or letters assigned to keys 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Example: has letters a, b, and c. has d, e, f; and so on.
Making calls from Contacts To make a call directly from Contacts: 1. Press the Right Soft key or from the Today screen, tap Contacts. 2. You can do any of the following to make a call: • Tap name of contact, then from the Contacts screen, tap Call. • Tap name of contact, then press . • You can also tap and hold the contact, and from the shortcut menu tap Call Work, Call Home, or Call Mobile. • Tap Enter a name... then input the name or number you want to call from Contacts.
Using the Speed Dial With Speed Dial you can call frequently dialled numbers in a single press. For example, if you assign a contact to the number 2 button in Speed Dial, you can simply press and hold to dial the contact’s number. To create a Speed Dial entry: 1. Make sure that the entry you want to create is already in the Contacts list. 2. Tap Start > Phone. 3. Tap the Speed Dial button on the Phone pad. 4. Tap Menu > New. 5. Tap a contact from the list then tap Select. 6.
Using Voice Commander To make a phone call using voice commander: 1. Press the Voice Commander button beside the Right Soft key. 2. From the following screen, your device asks you to “Say command.” 3. Audibly say “Call” then the name to call from your Contact list. 4. Say “Yes” or “No” after the confirmation question. If you said “Yes”, the application proceeds and dials the number; otherwise, it returns to the Voice Commander menu. 5. Say “Goodbye” or tap Commander.
Receiving a call When you receive a call, a message prompts and allows you to answer or reject the incoming call. To answer or reject an incoming call: • To answer a call tap Answer, or press Call key. • To reject an incoming call, tap Ignore, or press End key. TIP: Press and hold Call key to switch receiver to speakerphone mode. Call key The following pop-up screen appears during an incoming call: • Tap Answer to receive call or • Tap Ignore to dismiss call.
Chapter Wireless features 4 • Using the Wireless Manager • Using Bluetooth® • Setting a GPRS connection 53
Using the Wireless Manager The Wireless Manager allows you to enable or disable your wireless connections in a single location. This is a quick way to preserve battery power or to prepare your device for an airplane flight. To use the Wireless Manager: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Tap Wireless Manager. 3. From the Wireless Manager screen, do any of the following: • Tap the button for a desired wireless connection type to turn it on or off.
Using Bluetooth® Overview Bluetooth® is a short-range wireless communications technology that allows devices with Bluetooth capabilities to exchange data within a radius of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requring a physical connection. With Bluetooth enabled in your device, you can: • Connect and communicate (i.e. beam files, tasks, contacts) with other devices with Bluetooth features. • Use Bluetooth service.
Adding Bluetooth devices 1. Make sure that Bluetooth is enabled on the device you want to add and the device is set as Discoverable. 2. Tap Start > Settings > Connections then tap Bluetooth icon. 3. Tap Add new device... to search for available Bluetooth devices. The search may take a while. 4. Select the device you want to connect with then tap Next or press the Right Soft key.
5. When prompted, input the alphanumeric passcode of the device you want to connect then tap Next or press the Right Soft key. You can find the passcode in the documentation that came with the connecting device. 6. Input the display name for this connection.
7. Repeat steps 3 - 6 to connect more devices.
Setting a GPRS connection Your P526 allows you to connect via General Packet Radio Service (GPRS). GPRS is a wireless communication standard that runs at speeds of up to 115 kbps, compared to 9.6 kbps of the current Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM). It supports a wide range of bandwidths that allows sending and receiving small bursts of data, such as email and web browsing. To set a GPRS connection in your device: 1. From the Today screen, tap status bar. on the 2.
4. From the Connections screen, tap Add a new modem connection. 5. Input a unique name for the connection then select Cellular Line (GPRS) from the modem list.
6. Input the Access point name. 7. Input your user name, password, and domain then tap Finish. Contact your network administrator for assistance. NOTE: The GPRS and USB connections can not be used at the same time.
Connecting GPRS To connect GPRS: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab then tap Connections icon. 2. From the Connections screen, tap Manage existing connections. 3. Tap and hold on an existing connection then from the pop-up menu tap Connect. Tap Delete if you want to delete selected connection setting. 4. When connected, tap to exit. NOTE: • When WLAN is used simultaneously with the GPRS, the latter will get signal priority. We recommend not to use WLAN and GPRS at the same time.
If you have set a default GPRS connection, it automatically connects when you launch an application that connects to the Internet. 1. Launch any application that connects to the Internet (e.g. Internet Explorer). The device will automatically connect your default GPRS connection. A pop-up callout appears to display the connection status. Pop-up callout 2. When connected, you can start browsing the Internet. If you are using Internet Explorer, the default site will be displayed.
Using the GPRS Tool The GPRS Tool allows you to conveniently select and connect to your GPRS service provider. To connect via GPRS Tool: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab then tap the Network Setting icon. You can also tap on the status bar then tap Settings from the pop-up callout. 2. From the Network Setting screen, select your GPRS provider from the list. NOTE: • Operators vary in different regions. • The GPRS and USB connections cannot be used at the same time.
Chapter Multimedia features • Using the camera • Viewing pictures and videos 66 5
Using the camera The built-in two-megapixel camera allows you to take photos and record audio/video clips. Launching the camera To start using the camera: • Tap Start > Programs > Pictures and Videos > Camera icon or • Press and hold the Camera button on the right side of your device. Camera/shutter button Camera button NOTE: • By default, the preview screen is set to landscape. • After launching the camera, your device is set to camera mode by default.
Available capture modes Your device camera can be set to two capture modes: • Camera mode - Camera mode allows you to take photos, and save them to your device or MicroSD. You can also configure the camera to match an environment, set picture size, select magnification, adjust the picture quality, apply effects, and modify other advanced settings. • Video mode - Video mode enables you to record audio/video clips.
Camera mode screen The following describes the screen icons in Camera mode: Capture mode icon Picture quality icon Default storage icon Scene mode icon Timer icon Burst mode icon Effects icon Picture resolution Tap to close camera Number of available shots Tap to launch camera menu Capture modes: Camera mode Video mode Tap to zoom in Tap to zoom out Tap to preview Pictures and Videos 69
Camera mode icons 70 • Capture mode icon [ / ] - indicates the current capture mode. • Picture quality icon [ / / • Default storage icon [ videos clips. • Scene mode icon [ • Timer icon [ / ] - when the camera timer is enabled (5 seconds or 10 seconds), the corresponding timer icon appears. When you press the shutter button or the navigation button to take a picture, the count down begins and picture is taken after the time set.
Camera options menu The camera options menu allows you to change various camera and picture settings. To launch options menu: 1. Tap Menu from the camera screen. 2. From the shortcut menu, tap an icon to display contents.
Change Mode The Change Mode option allows you to set capture mode into Camera or Video mode. Scene The Scene option allows you to select presets appropriate for a night scene or sports event. Select Auto to use best setting for any scene. Picture Size Allows you to set the frame size of picture.
Picture Quality This option provides three picture quality presets: Normal, Fine, and Super Fine. The picture quality is set to Super Fine by default. Zoom Allows you to change the maximum magnification allowed. Self-Timer Sets the delay of shutter release to 5 or 10 seconds after you have pressed the camera/shutter button.
Burst Allows you to take 4 or 9 pictures in succession with one press of the camera/ shutter button. Frame Allows you to set a frame. NOTE: Ensure that you have set the screen resolution to 320 x 240 before setting frame. Effect The Effect option allows you to apply some effects to the subject. Select from the following configuration options: Black-White, Negative, Solarize, and Sepia. Set to Normal for no effect.
Save to Allows you to select the default storage for captured pictures. NOTE: Prepare a MicroSD card before setting default storage to Storage Card.
Taking photos After launching the camera, your device is set to Camera mode by default. If set otherwise, tap Menu > Change Mode > Camera Mode then tap Done. You can also set to camera mode by tapping the camera mode icon on the screen. To take a photo: 1. Aim device to your subject then press camera/shutter button. 2. When the icon appears, make sure the device is stable and not shaking. 3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to take more photos.
Video mode screen The following describes the screen icons in Video mode: Capture mode icon Remaining video recording time Default storage icon Effects icon Video resolution Tap to close camera Recording indicator Green: Ready Red: Recording Tap to launch video menu Capture mode icons: Camera mode Video mode Tap to zoom in Tap to zoom out Tap to launch Pictures and Videos 77
Video mode icons 78 • Capture mode icon [ • Default storage icon [ / ] - indicates default storage for captured video clips. • Effects icon [ / ] - indicates the effects used. • Video size [ • Exit icon [ ] - tap to exit video. • Zoom In [ ] - tap to zoom in view of subject on screen. • Zoom Out [ • Thumbnails [ your video. / / / / ] - indicates the current capture mode. ] - shows the video size used. ] - tap to zoom out view of subject on screen.
Video options menu The video options menu allows you to change various video and playback settings. To launch video options menu: 1. Tap Menu from the video screen. 2. From the shortcut menu, tap an icon to display contents.
Change Mode The Change Mode option allows you to set your device into Camera or Video capture mode. Zoom Allows you to change the maximum magnification allowed. Video Size Allows you to set the frame size of video.
Save to Allows you to select the default storage location for captured pictures. NOTE: Prepare a MicroSD card before setting default storage to Storage Card. Effect The Effect option allows you to apply some effects to the subject. Select from the following configuration options: Black-White, Negative, Solarize, and Sepia. Set to Normal for no effect.
Recording videos Set the device to video capture mode to record videos. To set video mode: • Tap Menu > Change Mode > Video Mode then tap Done. • You can also set the video mode by tapping the video mode icon on the screen. To record video: 1. Aim device to your subject then press camera/shutter button to begin recording. The record indicator turns from green to red while video is recording. 2. Press the camera/shutter button again to stop recording.
Viewing pictures and videos Use the Pictures and Video Application to preview stored images and playback video clips. Viewing pictures and videos To view pictures and videos: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures and Videos. 2. Tap the picture or video clip you want to see. • To view pictures or launch video clips stored in MicroSD card, tap the folder list (labeled My Pictures), and tap MicroSD Card. • To view pictures stored in My Pictures folder on your device, tap My Pictures then tap picture thumbnail.
Chapter Other features • ASUS Launcher • ASUS Call Filter • Remote Presenter • Windows Live™ • Setting ring tone • Wake-up setting • Mode switcher • System information • Restoring factory default settings 6 85
ASUS Launcher ASUS Launcher is an alternative program that allows you to conveniently and quickly launch applications, perform tasks, and change device settings. By default, the ASUS Launcher menu appears after you start your device. You can also manually run the program from Start > Programs > ASUS Launcher. Using the ASUS Launcher Tap to access messaging tools that allows you to write/read emails, MMS, or text messages. Tap to launch phone pad and make a call.
ASUS CallFilter The ASUS CallFilter is a simple yet efficient utility that allows you to control all your incoming calls. Using this utility, you can manage a list of telephone numbers from your Contacts list, call log, message log, or any unlisted telephone number that you want to accept or reject. Launching ASUS CallFilter Tap from the Today screen to launch the ASUS CallFilter.
The first time you launch ASUS CallFilter, you need to install and select the storage location for ASUS CallFilter. The following describes the steps when running ASUS CallFilter the first time. 1. After tapping , from the Today screen, the utility installs the necessary cabinet (.cab) files to your device. Follow succeeding screen intructions to complete the process. IMPORTANT: The installation may take a few seconds to complete. DO NOT turn off your device during the installation process. 88 2.
Using ASUS CallFilter After installing the necessary files, tap to launch the ASUS CallFilter shortcut menu. The shortcut menu allows you to conveniently activate either the Accept or Reject list. From the shortcut menu, do any of the following: • Tap Accept List to activate Accept list and receive only incoming calls whose numbers are in the Accept list. • Tap Reject List to activate Reject list and reject all incoming calls whose numbers are in the Reject list.
Managing the Accept list The Accept list allows you to select telephone numbers you only want to accept. Incoming calls that are not in the Accept list will automatically be rejected. To add items in the Accept list: 1. From the ASUS CallFilter shortcut menu, select Edit. 2. Select Accept List from Edit List box. 3. Select source of data. You can get data from your Contacts, Call log, Message log, or you can key in any anonymous number. 2 3 4. From the list (e.g. Contacts), select an item then tap Add.
Managing the Reject list The Reject list allows you to select telephone numbers you want to reject. Incoming calls that are in the Reject list will be rejected. To add items in the Reject list: 1. From the ASUS CallFilter shortcut menu, select Edit. 2. Select Reject List from Edit List box. 3. Select source of data. You can get data from your Contacts, Call log, Message log, or you can key in any anonymous number. 2 3 4. From the list (e.g. Contacts), select an item then tap Add.
Remote Presenter From your P526 device, Remote Presenter allows you to remotely control PowerPoint™ presentations running on your desktop or notebook. Operating over a Bluetooth wireless connection, it promotes convenience and freedom of movement during your presentation. It also enables you to review slide notes without affecting the audience’s view of the slide show. Using the Remote Presenter IMPORTANT: • Before you start, make sure to install the Remote Presenter utility on your computer.
The following describes the Remote Presenter menu on your computer screen. PowerPoint .ppt file path Click to change path Click to start or stop Bluetooth COM port 3. From the list of Bluetooth devices found, select the name of computer containing your PowerPoint presentation then tap Next. Click to exit 4. Check your computer screen when your P526 prompts the following message: 5. The following message appears on your computer screen.
6. Tap Yes to allow your computer to connect to your device. 7. From your computer, key in an authentication passkey then click OK. The authentication passkey is used to secure your connection. 94 8. When prompted, input the same authentication passkey on your P526. NOTE: The Bluetooth authentication passkey is only required if a paired relationship is not yet established between devices.
9. Tap the check boxes to select services for your device then click Finish. 10. Tap Connect to connect to your computer. 11. From the Remote Controller menu on your computer, click to establish a connection. When prompted with the Bluetooth Service Authorization message, click OK.
12.The following screen appears on your device when a successful connection was established. Repeat from step 1 if the connection failed. 96 13. Tap the name of PowerPoint (.ppt) file to show then tap Select.
Upon selection, Microsoft® PowerPoint is automatically launched on your computer with the selected file open.
14. You can now remotely control the PowerPoint presentation on your computer using your device. The following describes the control menu on your device.
Windows Live™ Windows Live™ provides a set of services including email, messaging, and search that brings all your online necessities together. With Windows Live, you can conveniently do the following on your device: • Access your Hotmail, MSN, or Microsoft Exchange account and send or receive emails. • See who among your friends are online and start a chat. • Search the web using the simple and precise Windows Live search engine.
To sign in Windows Live: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Windows Live You can also launch Windows Live from the ASUS Launcher menu. To do this, tap Games and APs then tap Windows Live. 2. Tap Sign in to Windows Live. If you are not connected to the internet, your device automatically connects you to the Internet via GPRS. IMPORTANT: Ensure that you have configured the GPRS connection on your device. 3. Read the Windows Live Terms of Use then tap Accept. If you do not agree, tap Reject.
4. Input your email address and password then tap Next. 5. Tap the check boxes to show or hide Windows Live items on the Today screen. Tap Next when done.
6. Select the items that you want to synchronize on your device, then tap Next. The synchronization status is displayed as shown on the following screen while Windows Live is synchronizing the items on your device. This will take a moment.
After synchronization, the following screen appears. Tap the arrow heads to display items for Mail, Messenger, or Sync services. Tap Menu to access Windows Live and account options. If you enabled Windows Live to be displayed on the Today screen, your Windows Live username and account status are displayed as shown. Tap the arrow heads to access the Windows Live, Mail, Messenger or Sync menus.
Meeting Time Planner Meeting Time Planner allows you to find a suitable time to have a video conference, telephone or net meeting with participants in different time zones. Using the Meeting Time Planner To use the Meeting Time Planner: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Meeting Time Planner. 2. Select the date and the cities. A color-coded 24-hour time table of the chosen cities appear, allowing you to identify the best time for the meeting.
Setting ring tone With P526 you can add and configure your favorite music as your phone ring tone. You can easily configure your favorite song or sound as your ring tone with the following compatible audio formats: aac/acc+, amr, .mp3, .wav, .wma, and .mid. Adding ring tone to selection To add ring tone to the selection category under phone setting: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Ringtone icon. 2. Select a specific file extension from the list box. 3.
Changing the ring tone To change the ring tone: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Phone icon. 2. Select a ring tone from the Ring tone list box. The songs or sounds that you added as ring tone appears on this list along with the default ring tones that came with the device. Tap 3. Tap 106 to play ring tone sound and tap when finished. to stop.
Wake-up setting You can set the wake-up actions whenever your device is in sleep mode. To set the wake-up action: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Wakeup source icon. 2. Select from the available wake-up actions. Tap Select All to select all actions or tap Select None to deselect all available actions. 3. Tap when finished.
Mode switcher Mode switcher allows you to easily switch between applications and tasks. To use the mode switcher, press the mode switcher button on your device keypad. Press again to shift between applications. You can also use the mode switcher button to turn the flash light on or off. Press and hold the mode switcher button to use this feature.
System information The System Information contains important device information including the current device settings and version. To launch the System Information: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System > System Information icon. 2. Tap the Device Info tab for device hardware information. 3. Tap Version tab to display the ROM, Boot, Radio, MP and Battery version.
Restoring default factory settings This option allows you to restore the default factory settings. To restore default settings: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Default Settings. 2. Input ‘1234’ in the Password field to confirm that you want to restore to default settings. 3. Tap Ok. You can also restore the factory settings by pressing the jog dial upward and the reset button at the same time. WARNING: This option will delete all files stored in this device.
Chapter 8 Device components status • ASUS Status icon 111
ASUS status icon The ASUS status icon allows you to easily check and see the current status of the following device components: USB, LCD Brightness, Battery power, Memory, MicroSD card, and storage. To check the status of these components, tap the ASUS Status icon on the Today screen. USB: Allows you to set the USB connection mode. Brightness: Tap to adjust the LCD brightness on battery power or external power.
USB setting Allows you to set the USB connection mode.
LCD Brightness Adjusts the LCD brightness on battery power and external power. Battery Displays the battery power status. 114 The Advanced settings allows you to set a time when to turn-off the device if not used.
Memory Displays the total, in use and free memory. Storage card memory Displays the total, in use, and available storage card memory.
Programs running in memory Allows you to activate or stop any program running on memory. IMPORTANT: When you exit a running program, you are actually only minimizing it and the program remains in the memory. You can stop these programs from running in the background using this option. Settings Allows you to select the items to display in the ASUS Settings pop-up menu.
Appendix • Notices • Contact information 117
Notices Replaceable batteries If an equipment is provided with a replaceable battery and if replacement by an incorrect type could result in an explosion (e.g.
Operator access with a tool If a TOOL is necessary to gain access to an OPERATOR ACCESS AREA, either all other compartments within that area containing a hazard shall be inaccessible to the OPERATOR by the use of the same TOOL, or such compartments shall be marked to discourage OPERATOR access. An acceptable marking for an electric shock hazard is (ISO 3864, No. 5036).
WARNING The user needs to switch off the device when exposed to areas with potentially explosive atmospheres such as petrol stations, chemical storage depots and blasting operations.
ASUS Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan Tel: 886-2-2894-3447; Fax: 886-2-2890-7698 Declaration We declare that the IMEI codes for this product, P526, are unique to each unit and only assigned to this model. The IMEI of each unit is factory set and cannot be altered by the user and that it complies with the relevant IMEI integrity related requirements expressed in the GSM standards. Should you have any questions or comments regarding this matter, please have our best attention.
Contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Taiwan) Hotline: 0800-093-456 (Toll-Free call from Taiwan only) Fax: 886-2-2895-9254 Online service: http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx WWW: http://tw.asus.com ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific) Hotline: 886-2-2894-3447 Fax: 886-2-2890-7698 Online service: http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx WWW: http://www.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany/Austria) Hotline: +49-2102-9599-10 Fax: +49-2102-9599-11 Online service: http://vip.asus.
