3. From the Hardware tab, specify a hardware port and baud rate for your external GPS device to use. Refer to the user guide of your external GPS device for details. 4. From the Access tab, check the Manage GPS automatically (recommended) check box. NOTE: If you clear this check box, some GPS ralted application in P527 may not be able to obtain GPS data.
Chapter Multimedia features 6 • Using the camera • Viewing pictures and videos 101
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. Reset Camera/shutter button MicroSD 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 Size Tap to close camera Number of available shots Tap to launch camera menu Capture modes: Camera mode Video mode Tap to zoom out Tap to zoom in Tap to preview Pictures and Videos 104
Camera mode icons • Capture mode icon [ / ] - indicates the current capture mode. • Picture quality icon [ / / • Default storage icon [ videos clips. • Scene mode icon [ • / ] - when the camera timer is enabled (5 seconds or 10 seconds), the Timer icon [ 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 Exit. 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. icon appears, make sure 2. When the 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 Size 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 out Tap to zoom in Tap to launch Pictures and Videos 112
Video mode icons • Capture mode icon [ • Default storage icon [ • Effects icon [ • Video size [ • Exit icon [ ] - tap to exit video. ] - tap to zoom in view of subject on screen. • Zoom In [ • Zoom Out [ • Thumbnails [ your video. / / / / ] - indicates the current capture mode. / ] - indicates default storage for captured video clips. / ] - indicates the effects used. ] - 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 Exit. • 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 Business features • Remote Presenter • Backup • Meeting Time Planer 7 119
Remote Presenter From your P527 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 Click to exit 4. Check your computer screen when your P527 prompts the following message: 3. From the list of Bluetooth devices found, select the name of computer containing your PowerPoint presentation then tap Next. 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. 122 8. When prompted, input the same authentication passkey on your P527. 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 Presenter 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. 124 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.
Backup Backup allows you to backup your files and data to your device and storage card. You can also restore them. Backing-up files To backup files 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Programs > AsusBackup > Backup. 2. Select the items you want to backup. Then tap Next.
3. Edit file name and select storage location for the backup. Then tap Next. 4. Input four digits as your password to encrypt the backup file. Then tap Next. 5. Tap Start to begin backup. Or tap Back to return to the last screen. 6. Tap Reset to reset the device. NOTE: The system will turn off all processing applications when backing up files.
Restoring files To restore files 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Programs > AsusBackup > Restore. 2. Select a file you want to restore. Then tap Next. 3. Input four-digit password to decrypt the backup file. Then tap Next. 4. Select the items you want to restore. Then tap Next.
5. Tap Start to begin restore. Or tap Back to return to the last screen. NOTE: The system will turn off all processing applications when restoring files. 130 6. Tap Reset to reset the device.
Backup Setting To set Backup 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Programs > AsusBackup. Then tap Option 3. In Schedule tab, set the backup schedule as you need. 2. In General tab, check the desired item boxes. 4. Tap when finished.
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.
Chapter Other features 8 • NewStation • FM Radio • Windows Live™ • Setting ring tone • Wake-up setting • Mode switcher • System information • Restoring factory default settings 133
NewStation With RSS Reader in P527, you can conveniently browse news and blogs anywhere and anytime. NOTE: Ensure your device is connected to Internet when using RSS Reader. Reading NewStation news To read NewStation news: 1. Tap Start > Programs > NewStation. 2. Tap a category folder to open. 3. Tap a channel name to open. 4. Browse your favorite subjects. Creating a new category To create a new category folder: 1. Tap Start > Programs > NewStation. 2. Tap Menu > New Category then edit the category name.
Adding a new channel Before using this function, you need to add your favorite channels first. To add a channel: 1. Tap Start > Programs > NewStation, then tap a category folder to open. 2. Tap Menu > New Channel. You can add a channel from either Internet or an existing file. Input from URL Select the radio button of Input from URL and enter the URL address. Then tap Next.
Select a category where you want to add the channel. Then tap Finish. Import from a file Select the radio button of Import from a file.Then tap Next. Select a folder and choose a file from the list.
Choose channels from the list. Then tap Next. Select a category where you want to add the channel. Then tap Finish.
NewStation Menus Category Menu To use the category menu: 1. Tap Start > Programs > NewStation. 2. Select a category folder. Then tap Menu. The menu list pops up. 3. Tap an option as you need. Channel Menu To use the channel menu: 1. Tap Start > Programs > NewStation. 2. Tap a category folder. Then select a channel and tap Menu. The menu list pops up. 3. Tap an option as you need. Subject Menu To use the subject menu: 1. Tap Start > Programs > NewStation. 2. Tap a category folder.
FM Radio From your P527 device, FM Radio allows you to listen to FM radio anywhere and anytime. Listening to FM radio To listen to FM radio. 1. Tap Start > Programs > FM Radio. 2. Tap Menu > Turn On/Off to open FM radio. 3. Tap a channel number to open Adding a new channel Before using this function, you need to add your favorite channels first. 1. Tap Start > Programs > FM Radio. 2. Tap Menu > Turn On/Off to open FM radio. •Tap Auto Search to add a channel automatically.
Managing My Channel list The my Channel list allows you to add or delete items. You can also replace or rename FM Channels list. To add items in the My Channel list: 1. From the FM Radio menu, select My Channel. 2. From the list, tap Add. The device begins to search channel list. 3. When the searching is finished, tap Add to add the Search channel list. 4. Click to exit. You can also tap Add to my channels to add the current channel to My Channel list.
To replace to rename items from the My Channel list, 1. Select an item from the My Channel list then tap Edit. 2 Tap Replace or Rename. 3. Click to exit. Configuring FM Settings To configure your FM Setting: 1. Tap Start > Programs > FM Radio. 2. Tap Menu > Setting to open FM setting page 3 Select Loudspeaker or Earphone in Audio Device field. 4 Select seek theshold value from 3 to 11. 5 Tap Done or OK to exit.
Windows Live™ Windows Live™ is an instant messaging software that is preinstalled in your device. It allows you to: • 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. Signing up Before you can start using Windows Live on your device, you must have a Windows Live ID, Microsoft Passport, or Microsoft Exchange email account.
To sign in Windows Live: 1. Tap Start > Programs > 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. The system returns to the Today screen if you tapped Reject.
4. Enter your email address and password then tap Next. If you are not connected to the Internet, your device automatically connects you to the Internet via GPRS. 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.
Setting ring tone With P527 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, 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 tab > Ring tones. 2. Select a specific file extension from the list box. 3. Tap to check a ring tone file that you want to add.
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 148 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. Mode switcher button Mode switcher pop-up menu You can configure the mode switcher and define the switcher type or select items to appear in the mode switcher pop-up menu. To define the switcher type: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System > Mode Switcher icon. 2.
Auto Cleaner To free memory, you can use this function to conveniently close the running applications that you are not using. Setting Auto Cleaner To set Auto Cleaner: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Auto Cleaner. 2. Select the check box to active the Auto Cleaner function. Then select either Short or Long press X to close the program. 3. Tap Set button to set the Exception and the Force-closed List. 4. Tap when finished.
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 > System > 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.
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Chapter 8 Device components status • ASUS Status icon 155
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. 158 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 • FCC Regulations_Mobile • RF Exposure information (SAR) • Safety information • Contact information 161
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, P527, 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.
FCC Regulations_Mobile •This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. •This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
RF Exposure information (SAR) This model phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg.
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for use with an accessory that contains no metal and the positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body. Use of other enhancements may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. If you do no t use a body-worn accessory and are not holding the phone at the ear, position the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from your body when the phone is switched on.
Safety information Phone care You should never attempt to open the phone casing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside and you might damage sensitive electronic circuits and components. Unauthorized disassembly will void the warranty. You should never leave your phone in the window of your car or otherwise expose it to strong sunlight or excessive heat for a prolonged period. This may damage it. You should never handle your phone with wet hands or expose it to moisture or liquids of any kind.
• At the beginning of the battery’s life, fully charge and discharge (let it go flat) three times. • Do not overcharge the Li-Ion battery, as this can result in a reduction in battery performance and lifespan. The recommended maximum charge time is three hours. • Avoid repeated short charging. It is preferable to let the battery go flat and then recharge it completely. • Avoid charging in strong heat or extreme cold. Ambient room temperature is preferable.
The charger • Use only the charger supplied with your phone. • Never pull the charger cord to release it from the mains – pull the charger itself. WARNING! There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Memory card • Do not remove or insert a memory card or turn off the handset while data on the card is being edited. • Do not touch the metal terminals with your hands or metal objects. • Do not bend the memory card or subject it to violent impacts.
• Never expose your phone to heat or strong sunlight. • Never expose your phone to moisture or liquids of any kind. • Do not paint your phone or otherwise block the keypad, microphone or earpiece function, i.e. with stickers. WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions may lead to serious personal injury and possible property damage. Driving safety Never use the handheld phones while driving.
Electronic devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your Pocket PC phone. Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers’ Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6”) inches be maintained between a phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
Other medical devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Turn your phone off in healthcare facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Other Safety Guidelines Aircraft Regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air. Switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft or turn off the wireless connections. Blasting areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a ‘blasting area’ or in areas posted: ‘Turn off two-way radio.’ Obey all signs and instructions.
Cautions Your Pocket PC Phone is a high quality piece of equipment. Before operating, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC Adapter (2) Battery and (3) Product Using Battery. • Do not use this equipment in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists. • Do not abuse the equipment. Avoid striking, shaking or giving it a shock. When not using the unit, lay it down to avoid possible damage due to instability.
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.
