Contents

Conventions used
Care and safety
- Guidelines
- Proper disposal
1 Get your Zen ready!
- Parts and features
- Installing a micro-SIM card
- Installing a memory card
- Charging your phone
- Turning your phone on or off
2 Theres no place like Home
- Zen Home features
  - Home screen
  - Managing your home
  - Quick settings
  - ASUS keyboard settings
  - Voice Search
  - Lock Screen
- Connecting your phone to your computer
  - Connecting with your notebook
  - Connecting with your desktop PC
3 Call in style
- Managing contacts
  - Adding contacts
  - Importing contacts
  - Exporting contacts
- Making and receiving calls
  - Make a call
  - Receive a call
- Backup/restore call logs
  - Creating a call log backup
  - Restoring call log backups
- Voicemail
4 Send messages and more
- Messaging
  - Sending or replying to messages
  - Setting up your messaging options
- Omlet Chat
  - Registering to Omlet
5 Access your emails
- Email
  - Setting up an email account
  - Adding email accounts
- Gmail
  - Setting up a Gmail account
6 Capture moments
- Launching the Camera app
  - From the lock screen
  - Using the camera widget
  - From the home screen
  - Using the volume key
- Using Camera for the first time
  - Tutorial
  - Image Locations
- Camera home screen
  - Image settings
  - Video settings
- Advanced camera features
  - Time Rewind
  - HDR
  - Panorama
  - Night
  - Low light
  - Selfie
  - Miniature
  - Depth of field
  - Smart remove
  - All Smiles
  - Beautification
  - GIF animation
  - Time lapse
- Party Link
  - Sharing photos
7 Gallery
- Using the Gallery
  - Main screen
  - Viewing files from other source locations
  - Sharing files from the gallery
  - Deleting files from the gallery
  - Editing an image
  - Zooming in/out the thumbnails or an image
8 Work hard, play harder
- Supernote
  - Creating a notebook
  - Sharing a notebook on the Cloud
  - Sharing a note to the Cloud
- Calendar
  - Creating an event from your phone
  - Adding an account to Calendar
  - Creating an event from your account
- Whats Next
- Do It Later
  - Accessing or creating to-do tasks
- Weather
  - Weather home screen
- Clock
  - Launching Clock
  - World Clock
  - Alarm clock
  - Stopwatch
  - Timer
- File Manager
  - Accessing the internal storage
  - Accessing the external storage device
  - Accessing Cloud Storage
9 The Internet
- Browser
10 Fun and entertainment
- Using headset
  - Connecting audio jack
- Audio Wizard
  - Using Audio Wizard
- Play Games
  - Using Play Games
- Music
  - Launching Music
  - Playing songs
  - Playing songs from your SD card
  - Playing Cloud music
- FM Radio
  - FM Radio home screen
- Sound recorder
  - Launching Sound Recorder
  - Sound Recorder home screen
11 Maintain your Zen
- Keeping your device up-to-date
  - Updating your system
- Storage
- Backup and reset
- Securing your phone
  - Unlocking your screen
  - Setting your phone identity
12 Connect your Zen
- Wi-Fi
  - Enabling Wi-Fi
  - Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
  - Disabling Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
  - Enabling Bluetooth
  - Pairing your phone to a Bluetooth device
  - Unpairing your phone from the Bluetooth device
- Miracast
- Share Link
- The Cloud
  - ASUS WebStorage
13 App essentials
- Switching apps
- Locking apps
- Downloading apps
14 Theres more to your Zen
- Power saver
  - Setting up Power Saver
  - Customizing Power Saver
- Glove mode
- ASUS Splendid
Appendix
- CE RF Exposure Compliance
- CE Mark Warning
- CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
- Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
- Prevention of Hearing Loss
- Safety information
- ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
- Proper disposal

ASUS ZenFone-A500KL User Manual

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ASUS ZenFone-A500KL Phone Specification

The ASUS ZenFone-A500KL is a versatile smartphone that combines performance and style, catering to a wide range of users. It features a 5-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels, delivering vibrant and sharp visuals. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.2 GHz, paired with 2GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient performance for everyday tasks.

The ZenFone-A500KL offers 16GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD card slot, allowing users to store ample photos, apps, and media. It runs on the Android operating system, overlaid with ASUS's ZenUI, which provides a user-friendly interface and additional customization options. The phone is equipped with an 8-megapixel rear camera with autofocus and LED flash, enabling high-quality photography even in low light conditions. The 2-megapixel front camera supports video calls and selfies.

Connectivity options include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS, ensuring seamless connectivity and navigation capabilities. The device is powered by a 2110mAh removable battery, providing adequate usage time throughout the day. It features dual SIM support, enhancing flexibility for users who require separate personal and work numbers. With its sleek design and durable build, the ASUS ZenFone-A500KL is available in multiple colors, appealing to diverse aesthetic preferences.

This smartphone is designed to deliver a balanced combination of functionality and affordability, making it suitable for a wide range of consumers looking for a reliable and stylish mobile device.

ASUS ZenFone-A500KL Phone F.A.Q.

How can I perform a factory reset on my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL?

To perform a factory reset on your ASUS ZenFone-A500KL, go to Settings > Backup & Reset > Factory data reset. Confirm the reset and wait for the process to complete. Ensure all important data is backed up before proceeding.

Why is my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL battery draining quickly?

Quick battery drain can be caused by background apps, high screen brightness, or outdated software. Check battery usage in Settings to identify resource-heavy apps, reduce screen brightness, and ensure your phone's software is up to date.

How do I update the software on my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL?

To update the software, go to Settings > About > System update. Check for updates and follow the on-screen instructions to install any available updates. Ensure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi and has sufficient battery life.

What should I do if my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL won't turn on?

If your ASUS ZenFone-A500KL won't turn on, try charging it for at least 30 minutes. If it still doesn't power on, perform a hard reset by pressing and holding the power button and volume down button simultaneously for about 10 seconds.

How can I increase storage space on my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL?

To increase storage space, delete unnecessary apps and files, clear app cache, and transfer photos and videos to an external storage device or cloud service. You can also insert a microSD card if supported by your device.

How do I take a screenshot on my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL?

To take a screenshot, press and hold the power button and the volume down button simultaneously until you see an animation or hear a shutter sound. The screenshot will be saved in the Gallery app.

Why is my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL running slow?

Your phone may run slow due to too many background apps, insufficient storage, or outdated software. Close unused apps, free up storage, and ensure the software is updated. Restarting the phone can also help improve performance.

How can I connect my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL to a Wi-Fi network?

To connect to a Wi-Fi network, go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and toggle it on. Select your network from the list, enter the password if required, and tap Connect.

What should I do if the touchscreen on my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL is unresponsive?

If the touchscreen is unresponsive, restart your phone. If the problem persists, check if the screen is dirty or wet. If necessary, perform a factory reset as a last resort. If the issue remains, contact ASUS support.

How can I improve the camera quality on my ASUS ZenFone-A500KL?

To improve camera quality, ensure the lens is clean, use proper lighting, and adjust camera settings in the Camera app for higher resolution. Keeping the software updated can also enhance camera performance.