ASPERA F40 User manual

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Contents
General Information..................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Getting to know your Aspera F40................................................................................................................................................................ 7
What’s in the Box......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Getting Started............................................................................................................................................................................................10
Removing back of the phone..............................................................................................................................................................10
Inserting SIM card..............................................................................................................................................................................10
Inserting SD card................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Inserting Battery................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Basic Operations.........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Powering the device............................................................................................................................................................................11
Charging the device............................................................................................................................................................................ 11
PIN/SIM/PUK Codes......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Keypad Functionality......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Screens and Menus.............................................................................................................................................................................13
Input Methods.....................................................................................................................................................................................13
Quick Settings and Notifications........................................................................................................................................................14
Calling.........................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Dialling a number............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Receiving a call.................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Ringtone Volume................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Call Volume........................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Contacts.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

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Importing/Exporting Contacts............................................................................................................................................................16
Adding Contacts................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Editing Contacts................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Removing Contacts............................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Messages.....................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Writing Messages............................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Reading Messages.............................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Deleting Messages..............................................................................................................................................................................20
Call Logs/History....................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Missed Calls/Dialled Calls/Answered Calls...................................................................................................................................... 21
Clearing All Call Logs/History.......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Applications and Tools............................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Alarm.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Calendar..............................................................................................................................................................................................22
Camera................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Viewing Pictures and Videos..............................................................................................................................................................24
Music Player.......................................................................................................................................................................................24
FM Radio............................................................................................................................................................................................25
SOS Button.........................................................................................................................................................................................25
Torch................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Internet........................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Settings....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Wi-Fi...................................................................................................................................................................................................28

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Mobile Data........................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Sound and Audio................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Hotspot and Tethering........................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Bluetooth............................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Display................................................................................................................................................................................................31
Security...............................................................................................................................................................................................32
Basic Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................................33

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General Information
Profile
Please read this manual carefully to help you make the most of your phone. Aspera Mobile may change features of
this mobile phone without prior written notice and reserves the final right to interpret the performance of this mobile
phone. Due to different software and network operators, display on your phone may be different, please refer to your
phone for details.
Lost Device
If your phone has been lost or stolen, notify your network service provider as soon as possible and ask for the SIM
card to be disabled (network support is required). This can avoid economic loss caused by unauthorised use.
Safety Warning - Road safety comes first!
Do not use the mobile phone in hand-held mode while driving. Use hands-free fittings when calls are unavoidable
while driving. In some countries/states, dialling or receiving calls while driving is illegal, regardless of hands-free
status. You will need to ensure you are obeying road safety laws by checking the laws of the state/country you are
driving in.
Switch off in aircraft
Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. Please make sure to only use your phone when switched to
Aeroplane mode when in an aircraft.
Switch off before entering risk areas
Strictly observe the relevant laws, codes, and regulations on the use of mobile phones in risk areas.

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Turn off your mobile phone before entering a place susceptible to an explosion, such as an oil station, oil tank,
chemical plant, or a place where a blasting process is under way.
Observe all special regulations
Follow any special regulations in force in any areas such as hospitals and always switch off your phone whenever it
is forbidden to use it or when it may cause interference or danger. Carefully use your mobile phone near medical
apparatuses, such as pacemakers, hearing aids and some other electronic medical devices, as it may cause
interference to such apparatus.
Interference
The conversation quality of any mobile phone may be affected by radio interference. An antenna is built inside the
mobile phone and located near the microphone. Do not touch the antenna area during a conversation; this will cause
conversation quality to deteriorate.
Qualified service
Only qualified Aspera personnel or approved agents may install and/or repair phone Aspera equipment. Installing or
repairing the mobile phone and/or parts by yourself may be dangerous and lead to breakage of warranty terms.
Accessories and batteries
The Aspera F40 box will come with an Aspera charger and battery. The recommended charging time for the Aspera
F40 is three to four hours when the battery is low or depleted. We recommend to not leave it charging overnight, as
this may damage or deteriorate the battery over time.
Please only use Aspera authorised cables, plugs, and batteries for this device.

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Headset earphones
The Aspera F40 box will include a pair of earphones. Ensure that the earphones are plugged into the jack correctly to
ensure clarity in the audio, and that the audio jack is clear of any obstructions or material.
Device Temperature
The Aspera F40 can warm up when completing different operations. These operations include, but are not limited to:
Utilising the wireless and mobile data functionalities for a multitude of purposes, including but not limited to
video streaming, video recording, accessing the internet, tethering, and more.
Using the device for phone calls
Using the GPS function for navigation or location services
Using the device in areas with weaker and/or no reception
If the device warms up, we recommend closing apps that are not in use, and to let the phone cool down naturally.
Emergency calls
Ensure the phone is switched on and has service reception, enter the emergency number (e.g. 000), then press the
Dial key. Give your location and state your situation briefly and follow the instructions of service personnel. Do not
end the call until told to do so.
The emergency number can be dialled with or without a sim card installed.
Precautions
This mobile phone has an intricate design, so please exercise special care when using it. The following suggestions
will help your mobile phone survive the warranty period and extend its service life:
Keep the mobile phone and all its fittings beyond young children's reach.
Keep the mobile phone dry. Keep away from rain, moisture, liquid or other substances that may corrode

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electronic circuits.
Do not use or store the mobile phone in dusty places, lest that active parts of the mobile phone be damaged.
Do not store the mobile phone in a high-temperature location. High temperature may shorten the life of
electronic circuits and damage the battery and some plastic parts.
Do not store the mobile phone in extreme cold places. This will cause moisture to form inside the mobile phone
and may damage electronic circuits when the mobile phone is moved to a constant temperature place.
Do not throw, knock or shock the mobile phone, as that may cause damage to the internal circuits and
high-precision components of the mobile phone.
Getting to know your Aspera F40
1. In ear speaker
2. Screen
3. Green “Answer” key/button
4. Top left-hand “context” key/button
5. Arrow-keys (around Select key)
6. Top right-hand “context” key/button
7. Select key/button (between arrow keys)
8. Red “Hang-up”/Power on-off key/button
9. Camera Shortcut
10. Message Shortcut
11. Quick Contacts Shortcut
12. Hash/Meeting Mode key/button
13. Asterisk/Star key/button

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1. 3.5mm audio jack
2. Micro-USB charging port
3. Camera
4. Flashlight
5. Charging Indicator
6. Phone Indicator
7. Message Indicator
1. External Speaker
2. SOS button
3. Volume Up Key
4. Volume Down Key
5. Flashlight/Torch Key

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Back of the phone after you remove the back cover.
1. Storage Card
2. Nano-SIM card tray and Nano-SIM holder
3. Battery Pins
What’s in the Box
The Aspera F40 comes with the handset, battery, earphones, USB cable, wall plug, user guide, and warranty
information.
Earphones – Our Aspera F40 has a standard 3.5mm head jack, allowing for audio functions including music, videos
and calls. The earphones also have a built-in microphone, and can be used for calls
USB cable – Can be used with the wall plug to charge the phone. Can also be used to connect your device to a
Windows computer for file transfers and further functionality.
Wall Plug – Connects to a power outlet and used in conjunction with the USB cable to charge the phone.

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Getting Started
Removing back of the phone
The indent to remove the back cover can be found in the bottom left-hand corner of
the back cover, as indicated in the diagram to the left.
Apply firm but gentle pressure to remove the cover.
Inserting SIM card
The Aspera F40 takes a nano-SIM, please see the diagram below for sizing
information.
Unlock the SIM holder by sliding it to the right. Lift it and leave it to the right.
Place the nano-SIM into the slot, matching the angled corner in the top right-hand
corner.
Replace the SIM holder by flipping it over the SIM card and sliding to the left to
lock the SIM in position.

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Note: You should only need gentle pressure to lock the SIM in position. If it feels difficult to lock into position,
please ensure the SIM card is sitting correctly, and that the SIM holder is angled correctly.
Inserting SD card
Angle the micro-SD card as shown in the diagram below and push into the expandable storage slot.
The Aspera F40 can take a micro-SD card up to 32GB.
Inserting Battery
Match the pins at the bottom of the phone with the metal contact points on the battery. Slide the battery in from the
top of the phone, then replace the cover.
Basic Operations
Powering the device
Hold the red hang-up/power button for five seconds. Once the screen lights up with the Aspera logo, let go of the
button. The phone may take some time to initialise. This is normal and you may need to wait for a while.
Charging the device
Ensure the wall plug has been placed into a working outlet and the power switched on. Connect the larger end of the
USB/Charger cable to the wall plug, then connect the smaller end to the left side of the phone.
We recommend charging the phone only when the battery is near empty, or when necessary. It will take three to four
hours for the battery to charge from depleted to full.
PIN/SIM/PUK Codes
If enabled, the system will require a PIN code before anything can be accessed. This is a security code placed on the

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SIM card and may have been transferred from a previous device.
If you enter the incorrect PIN code three times, it will lock the SIM and ask for a PUK code. This PUK code can be
retrieved from your telecom provider.
Instructions to enable the PIN code can be found in the “Security” section of the manual.
Keypad Functionality
The arrow keys are predominantly used to move around different screens and options. Most of the time, your
selection will be highlighted in a bright orange to help you differentiate between your selection and the rest of the
screen. These arrow keys can be used to scroll between different options.
The top left-hand and right-hand “context” keys will change commands when highlighting over different menus and
options. We recommend checking the options before confirming your selections with the keys when navigating
through different screens.
The Select key is primarily used to enter into selections highlighted by the arrow keys. Please be aware of where you
are pressing when using the arrow keys, as you can accidentally hit the Select key and unintentionally enter a
different menu/screen.
Your camera/messaging/contact shortcut keys allow you to access these applications in a faster way than navigating
to them with the arrow and select keys. These key operations cannot be changed.
To activate/deactivate vibrate only, hold the hash key for two seconds.
To quit any application and return to the landing page, press the red hang-up key once. Please note that if you do this
during a phone call, you will end the call.

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Screens and Menus
When opening the phone, the Landing screen of the Aspera F40 is the menu.
There are multiple pages of the menu, each filled with various applications for
different utility and design. You can use the arrow keys on the device to navigate
between these different menu screens and applications.
To select and enter into a particular application and/or option, press the “Select”
button, located between the arrow keys.
Input Methods
The Aspera F40 comes with three different forms of input through the keypad:
Numbers (indicated by 123), letters (indicated by ABC, Abc or abc), or
predictive text (indicated by R9).
When you are in a field where you can type, you will see these letters appear to
the right of the field, or at the top of the screen.
To change between these forms of input, use the hash (#) key to change between
input methods when texting/typing.
To insert symbols, use the asterisk/star (*) key to open up a list of symbols, the arrow keys to select the appropriate
symbol, and the select key to insert the symbol selected.

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Quick Settings and Notifications
You can quickly access common settings such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Flashlight,
and Mobile Data by holding down the top left-hand context key for three
seconds. You can also see your notifications and access these from this
screen.
You can highlight these options by using the arrow keys to select between the
different options.
To enable/disable these, press the Select key once the option is highlighted.
To enter into the advanced settings for the common settings, highlight the
icon, then press and hold the Select key for three seconds.
Calling
Dialling a number
To dial a number that is not on your contact list:
Open the phone to the landing screen
Enter the number you wish to dial with the numbers on the keypad
Once this number is correct, press the green “Dial” button
To dial a number that is on your contact list:
Open the phone to the Landing screen
Use the arrow keys and Select key to Select “Contacts”
Select option 1 – “Search contacts”

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Use the arrow keys to hover over the contact you wish to dial
Press the green “Dial” button
To disconnect from a call, you can either close the lid or press the red “Hang-up” button.
Receiving a call
If the phone lid is closed:
Open the phone normally. You will not need to press any buttons; this automatically answers the call unless you
have changed this setting.
If the phone lid is open and you are using the phone:
The screen will change, showing the caller’s name (if on contacts) or number.
Press the green “Dial” key to pick up the call or press the top left-hand key which shows “Answer”.
You also have the option to reject the phone call by pressing the red “hang-up” button.
Ringtone Volume
There are two ways to change the ringtone volume.
One way is to use the volume keys to change the ringtone volume. To do so:
Open the phone to the landing screen
Use the volume keys to adjust the ring volume.
You will see this change being reflected on the screen. Once you are satisfied with the level of the ringtone, do
not press the buttons further, and the volume screen will eventually disappear.
The other way is through the settings. To do so:
Open the phone to the landing screen
Use the keypad to scroll to and select “Settings”, located on the second page
Use the keypad to scroll down to and select “Sound”

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You will see three different volumes for Media, Alarms and Ringtones. Use the down arrow to highlight and
select “Ringtones”.
You can then use the left and right keypad to adjust the volume. When moving the slider to the left, this
decreases the volume. When moving to the right, this increases the volume.
Once you are happy with the volume that is being demonstrated, you can press the red “hang-up” button to
return to the landing screen.
Call Volume
The call volume can only be adjusted when you are in a phone call. To do so:
When in a phone call, use the volume buttons on the right-hand side of the phone to adjust the call volume.
Contacts
To enter into Contacts (the Phonebook application):
Open the phone to the landing page
Use the arrow keys and select key to move to and select “Contacts”.
Importing/Exporting Contacts
You can choose to import contacts from a pre-existing back-up on a SD card or the SIM card to save onto your
device. To do this:
Ensure you have opened the Contacts application as per instructions above.
From the contacts screen, select “Settings”
Scroll down and select “Import Contacts”
From here, you can choose whether to import from the Phone, SD card or SIM card (USIM).
Hover over the option you wish to choose and press the Select key. This will mark your selection, as indicated

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by the green button on the right side of the name.
Press the top left-hand key, which is labelled as “Next”.
On this next screen, you can choose where you wish to export the contacts to.
Hover over the option you wish to choose and press the Select key, then press the top left-hand key labelled
“Next”.
You can now select the contacts you wish to copy to the phone. Use the keypad to move up and down and
choose your contacts with the Select key.
When you have selected all the contacts you wish to copy, press the top left-hand key labelled Options, then
select the “Done” option with the Select key.
This will return you to the Settings page, and all the selected contacts will be copied over.
Adding Contacts
Ensure you have opened the Contacts application as per instructions above.
From the contacts screen, use the arrow keys to highlight and select “Create New Contact”
From here, you can enter in the information by using the letters on the keypad and move between the different
fields by using the arrow keys.
Once you are finished which what you have entered, press the top-left hand key labelled “Options”.
This will give an option to “Save”. Press the Select key to save this information into Contacts.
Editing Contacts
Ensure you have opened the Contacts application as per instructions above.
Select “Search Contacts”
Use the arrow keys to highlight the contact you wish to edit, then press the select key
You will now enter into your contact history and number. Press the top left-hand key, labelled “Menu”.

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Use the arrow keys and the Select key to select “Edit”.
You can change the information fields now. If you need assistance, please refer to the “Adding Contacts” section
in how to move between fields, and how to save this information.
Removing Contacts
Ensure you have opened the Contacts application as per instructions above.
Use the arrow keys to highlight and select “Delete Contact”
Use the arrow keys to highlight the contact you wish to delete, then press the select key to mark the contact
You can select and mark multiple contacts to delete.
Press the top left-hand button, labelled “Options”
Use the arrow keys and Select key to choose “Delete”
Confirm that you want to delete the contact by ensuring the “Delete” option is highlighted on the screen. To
proceed with the deletion, press the Select key.
Messages
Messages carried through the SMS and MMS network can be sent and received within the Messaging application. To
open the Messaging Application:
Open the phone to the landing page
Use the arrow keys and select key to move to and select “Messaging”.
Please note that you may need to change between different input methods in this section. To do so, use the hash (#)
key to cycle between input methods when on a field which you can type in.
Writing Messages
Ensure you have opened the Messaging application as per instructions above.

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Select “New message”
You will land onto a new screen, with your cursor highlighted over the Name/Number input field for the contact.
There are multiple methods to choose a contact:
If you do not have the contact saved, you can enter in the number using the “123” input method. Once this
number has been entered, you can shift the cursor to the text message field by pressing the down arrow key
twice.
If you do have the contact saved, you can enter what their name using the “abc” input method. You will see their
name come up underneath, with their number showing. To choose this particular contact, use the down and up
arrow keys to highlight the correct contact, then press the Select key. Once this is done, the contact will be added
to the message and the cursor will automatically be placed in the text message field.
Once you are in the text message field:
Type in your message using the input method you prefer.
Once you have finished your message, press the Select key to send off the message.
If you wish to attach a file, you can use the arrow keys and Select key to select “Attach”. Then use the arrow
keys and Select key to choose what you would like to send by navigating through the various options and
selections.
After the file has been attached, you can then send the message by pressing the Select key to send off the
message.
Reading Messages
Ensure you have opened the Messaging application as per instructions above.
Use the arrow keys and Select key to choose “Inbox”.
Use the arrow keys to choose the message you wish to read in full detail and press the Select key to go into it.