ASPERA F42 User manual

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ASPERA
F42
User Manual

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Contents
1.Tech Specs..........................................................5
2. General Information......................................6
Lost Device.............................................................6
Safety Warning - Road safety comes rst!....7
Switch off in aircraft...........................................7
Switch off before entering risk areas........7
Observe all special regulations....................8
Interference............................................................8
Qualied service...................................................8
Accessories and batteries...............................9
Headset earphones.............................................9
Device Temperature...........................................9
Emergency calls..................................................10
Precautions.......................................................11
3. What’s in the Box......................................12
4. Getting to know your Aspera F42....13
5. Getting Started...........................................15
Removing back of the phone...................15
Removing the battery...................................16
Inserting SIM card..........................................16
Inserting SD card............................................17
Inserting Battery..............................................17
6. Basic Operations.......................................18
Powering the device.....................................18
Charging the device......................................18
PIN/SIM/PUK Codes.......................................19
Keypad Functionality...................................... 19

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Screens and Menus......................................... 21
Quick Settings and Notications.............. 22
Input Methods..................................................... 23
7. Calling................................................................ 24
Dialling a number............................................... 24
Receiving a call................................................... 25
Ringtone Volume............................................... 26
Call Volume........................................................... 27
Importing/Exporting Contacts.................... 28
8.Contacts............................................................. 28
Adding Contacts................................................ 30
Editing Contacts................................................ 30
Removing Contacts......................................... 32
9. Messages.......................................................... 32
Writing Messages ......................................... 33
Reading Messages......................................... 34
Deleting Messages......................................... 35
10. Call Logs/History..................................... 36
Missed Calls/Dialled Calls/Answered Calls 37
Clearing All Call Logs/History................... 37
11. Applications and Tools.......................... 38
Clock....................................................................... 38
Calendar................................................................ 41
Camera.................................................................. 42
Viewing Pictures and Videos..................... 43
Music Player........................................................ 44
FM Radio................................................................ 45
Torch......................................................................... 46

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12. Internet............................................................ 47
13. Settings........................................................... 48
Wi-Fi.......................................................................... 48
Mobile Data........................................................... 49
Sound and Audio................................................ 50
Hotspot and Tethering.................................... 52
Bluetooth................................................................ 54
Display...................................................................... 56
14. Security............................................................ 57
15. Basic Troubleshooting............................. 60

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1.Tech Specs
2.8” FWVGA Display
Quad core 1.1 GHz processor
3G 850/900/2100Mhz
4G Bands 1/3/5/7/28 a+b
2MP rear camera + 0.3MP front camera.
512MB RAM & 4GB ROM
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Hotspot
Battery 1350mAh Li-ion
Dimensions: 105 x 56 x 19mm (when closed)
Micro SD card slot expandable to 64GB (Not included)

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2. General Information
Prole
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 nal right to inter-
pret 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.

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Safety Warning - Road safety comes rst!
Do not use the mobile phone in hand-held mode while driving. Use hands-free ttings 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.
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.

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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.
Qualied service
Only qualied Aspera personnel or approved agents may install and/or repair phone Aspera equip-
ment. Installing or repairing the mobile phone and/or parts by yourself may be dangerous and lead to
breakage of warranty terms.

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Accessories and batteries
The Aspera F42 box will come with an Aspera charger and battery. The recommended charging time
for the Aspera F42 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.
Headset earphones
The Aspera F42 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 F42 can warm up when completing different operations. These operations include, but
are not limited to:

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• 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.

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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 ttings beyond young children’s reach.
• Keep the mobile phone dry. Keep away from rain, moisture, liquid or other substances that may
corrode 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.

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• 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.
3. What’s in the Box
The Aspera F42 comes with the handset, battery, earphones, USB cable, wall plug, user guide, and
warranty information.
Earphones – Our Aspera F42 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 le 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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4. Getting to know your Aspera F42
1. External microphone
2. Camera
3. Flashlight/torch
4. External display
5. Internal camera
6. Speaker
7. Start of numerical/typing
keypad
8. Top Left-hand “context”
key/button
9. Central “Select” key/button
10. Top right-hand “context”
key/button
11. Directional arrow keys/
buttons (around Select key)
12. Red “Hang up” key/Power
on-off button
13. Green “Dial/Answer” key/
button
14. Hash key/ “Vibrate mode”
activation key/button
15. Camera shortcut
16. Internal microphone
17. Asterisk/Star key/button

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Prole view
1. Volume up/down keys
2. Headphone port
3. Micro-USB charging port
Back (closed)
1. Back speaker
2. Back indent

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5. 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.
1. Apply rm but gentle pressure to the
corner and begin to lift from the indent.
2. Gently lift other corners and continue
around the edges until the entire panel
is removed.

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Removing the battery
1. Using the indent on the bottom right-hand side of the battery,
apply pressure and slowly begin to lift
2. As the battery releases, continue to lift until it is completely
detached from the phone as seen in (3).
Inserting SIM card
The Aspera F42 takes a nano-SIM, please see the diagram
below for sizing information. This is the smallest sim card.

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Place the nano-SIM into the slot (1), matching the angled corner in the top
right-hand corner. The SIM should slide into the tray, underneath the metal
plate and into its correct position.
Note: You should only need gentle pressure to lock the SIM in position. If it
feels difcult to lock into position, please remove from the tray, ensure the SIM
card is sitting correctly and begin the process again.
Inserting SD card
Angle the micro-SD card and insert into slot (2), please ensure the card is
positioned correctly.
The Aspera F42 can take a micro-SD card up to 64GB.
Inserting Battery
Match the pins at the top of the phone (3) with the metal contact points on the
battery. Slide the battery in from the top of the phone, then replace the cover.