TCL T609DL 40 XE 5G Case with Screen Protector User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- TCL
Table of Contents
- TCL T609DL 40 XE 5G Case with Screen Protector
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- Text Input
- Phone Call, Call Log, and Contacts
- 4. Messages
- Camera
- FAQ
- Your mobile
- Recent Apps Home
- Getting started
- Downloading data
- Text input
- Security & biometrics
- Safety and use
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
TCL T609DL 40 XE 5G Case with Screen Protector
Product Information
Specifications
- Model: T609DL
- Front camera
- Touch screen
- SAR: This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 1.6 W/kg. The specific maximum SAR values can be found in the SAR Information section.
- Back Headset connector
- USB Type-C
- Back camera Flash
- Volume key Power key
Product Usage Instructions
Getting Started
Keys and Connectors
The T609DL mobile phone has the following keys and connectors:
- Front camera
- Touch screen
- SAR: This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 1.6 W/kg. The specific maximum SAR values can be found in the SAR Information section.
- Back Headset connector
- USB Type-C
- Back camera Flash
- Volume key Power key
Set up
To set up your T609DL mobile phone, follow these steps:
Installing or removing the SIM card and microSDTM card:
- Your phone already has a SIM card installed. If you need to change or remove your SIM card, follow the steps below:
- Use the provided SIM pin to open the SIM tray.
- To install SIM/microSDTM card, place the SIM/microSDTM card with the chip facing down into the SIM card tray and then slide it into its slot.
- To remove SIM/microSDTM card, push up on the chip side of the cards inside the SIM tray.
Charging the battery:
It is advised that you fully charge your battery before first use. Connect
the charger to your phone and an outlet. Charging status is indicated by the
percentage on screen while the phone is powered off. The percentage increases
as the phone is charged.
Power your phone on/off:
To turn your phone on, press and hold the Power/Lock button until the
screen turns on. To turn your phone off, press both the Power/Lock button and
Volume up button at the same time, then tap Power off on the screen when it
appears.
Home screen
The Home screen allows you to bring all of the items (applications,
shortcuts, folders, and widgets) you use most frequently for quick access. Tap
the Home key to get instant access to the Home screen.
Text Input
Using the Onscreen Keyboard
To input text using the onscreen keyboard, follow these steps:
- Tap on a text field or area where you want to input text.
- The onscreen keyboard will appear.
- Type using the keys on the onscreen keyboard.
Text Editing
To edit text using the onscreen keyboard, follow these steps:
- Select the text you want to edit by tapping and holding on it.
- Options for editing the selected text will appear.
- Select the desired editing option.
Phone Call, Call Log, and Contacts
Phone
The Phone feature allows you to make phone calls. Follow these steps to
make a phone call:
- Open the Phone app.
- Enter the phone number using the onscreen keypad.
- Tap the Call button to initiate the call.
Contacts
The Contacts feature allows you to manage your contacts. Follow these steps
to access and manage your contacts:
- Open the Contacts app.
- Select a contact from the list or search for a contact using the search bar.
- Tap on a contact to view their details.
4. Messages
Writing a New Message
To write a new message, follow these steps:
- Open the Messages app.
- Tap the New Message button.
- Enter the recipient’s phone number or select a contact from your contacts list.
- Type your message in the message input field.
- Tap the Send button to send the message.
Manage Messages
To manage your messages, follow these steps:
- Open the Messages app.
- Select a message thread from the list.
- Tap on a message to view its details.
Camera
Gmail
Calendar & Alarm Clock
FAQ
Q: What are the SAR requirements for this product?
A: This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 1.6 W/kg. The
specific maximum SAR values can be found in the SAR Information section.
Q: How do I install or remove the SIM card and microSD card?
A: To install or remove the SIM card and microSD card, follow the steps
provided in the Set up section of the user manual.
Q: How do I turn on/off my phone?
A: To turn on your phone, press and hold the Power/Lock button until the
screen turns on. To turn off your phone, press both the Power/Lock button and
Volume up button at the same time, then tap Power off on the screen when it
appears.
Q: How do I write and send a new message?
A: To write and send a new message, open the Messages app, tap the New Message
button, enter the recipient’s phone number or select a contact from your
contacts list, type your message, and tap the Send button.
Your mobile
11 Keys and connectors
Front camera
Touch screen
SAR
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This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 1.6 W/kg. The specific
maximum SAR values can be found in the “SAR Information” section.
When carrying the product or using it while worn on your body, either use an
approved accessory such as a holster or otherwise maintain a distance of 15 mm
from the body to ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements. Note that
the product may be transmitting even if you are not making a phone call.
Back Headset connector
USB Type-C
Recent Apps Home
camera Flash
Volume key Power key
Back · Tap to go back to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box,
options menu, the
notification panel, etc. Home · From any application or screen, tap to return
to the Home screen. · Touch and hold to activate Google Assistant.
Recent Apps · Tap to open a thumbnail list of apps you’ve worked with
recently. Tap a thumbnail to
open an app. Swipe up on the screen to remove a specific thumbnail from the
list or tap CLEAR ALL to remove all thumbnails from the list.
Power key · Press: Lock the screen or light up the screen. · Press and hold:
Access Google Assistant · Press and hold the Power key for more than 11
seconds to reboot. · Press and hold the Power key and Volume up key at the
same time to show the pop-
up menu to select from Power off, Restart, Airplane mode and Cast
Volume Keys · During a call, adjusts the earpiece or headset volume. · While
listening to music, video or streaming, adjusts the media volume. · Adjusts
the ringtone volume. · Mutes the ringtone of an incoming call. · While using
the camera, press Volume up or down key to take a photo.
Getting started
Set up
Installing or removing the SIM card and microSDTM card Your phone already has
a SIM card installed. If you need to change or remove your SIM card, follow
the steps below. Use the provided SIM pin to open the SIM tray. To install
SIM/microSDTM card, place the SIM/microSDTM card with the chip facing down
into the
SIM card tray and then slide it into its slot. To remove SIM/microSDTM card,
push up on the chip side of the cards inside the SIM tray.
Charging the battery
122 Power your phone on/off To turn your phone on, press and hold the
Power/Lock button until the screen turns on. To turn your phone off, press
both the Power/Lock button and Volume up button at the same time, then tap
Power off on the screen when it appears.
123 Set up your phone for the first time The first time you power on the
phone, you’ll be prompted to choose your language, Vision settings, select a
network, Date and time zone, log in to your Google Account and setup Google
services. Finally, select a screen lock option such as fingerprint, face
unlock, or Set a PIN, Pattern or Password. You may also skip this step and
complete the setup at a later time. Do not leave your PIN/password or pattern,
with your phone. Store this information in a safe place when not in use.
13 Home screen
You can bring all of the items (applications, shortcuts, folders and widgets)
you use most frequently to your Home screen for quick access. Tap the Home key
to get instant access to the Home screen.
Status bar · Status/notification indicators · Drag down to open the
Notification panel.
It is advised that you fully charge your battery before first use ( ). Connect
the charger to your phone and an outlet. Charging status is indicated by the
percentage on screen while the phone is powered off. The percentage increases
as the phone is charged.
To reduce power consumption and energy waste when the battery is fully
charged, disconnect your charger from your phone; switch off Wi-Fi, GPS,
Bluetooth or backgroundrunning applications when not in use; reduce the
backlight time, etc.
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Tap an icon to open an application, folder, etc.
Favorite Applications tray · Tap to open the application. · Touch and hold to
move or change applications.
The Home screen is provided in an extended format to allow more space for
adding applications, shortcuts, etc. Slide the Home screen horizontally to get
a complete view.
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131 Using the touchscreen Tap To open an application, tap it with your finger.
Touch and Hold Touch and hold the item to view options for the item, such as
Move, Remove, and more. Drag Place your finger on the screen to drag an object
to another location.
Slide/Swipe Slide or swipe on the screen to scroll through the applications,
images, web pages, and more. Pinch/Spread Place two fingers on the screen
surface and draw them apart or together to scale an element on the screen.
Rotate Automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape
by turning the device sideways to have a better view. Auto-rotate can be
changed at any time in Settings .
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132 Status bar From the status bar, you can view both phone status and
notification information.
Status icons
GSM WCDMA LTE Signal strength 5G
Vibrate mode Alarm is set Connected to a Wi-Fi network Speakerphone is on No SIM card inserted
No signal
Battery is charging
Airplane mode Bluetooth connected Headset connected GPS is on
Battery is low Battery is partially drained Battery is full
Notification icons
New Gmail message New text or multimedia message Upcoming event
Missed call Connect to open Wi-Fi network Uploading data
Downloading data
System update available
Drag down the Status bar to open the Quick Settings panel or Notification
panel. Drag up to close the panels.
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Notification panel When there are notifications, drag down the Status bar to
open the Notification panel to read the detailed information. Tap on the
notification directly to open the notification within the respective app.
With the Notification panel open, drag down again to see the Quick Settings
menu.
Quick settings panel
Drag down the Notification panel to open the Quick Settings panel, where you
can enable or disable functions or change modes by tapping the icons.
Tap to clear all eventbased notifications (other ongoing notifications will remain).
Tap to open the full Settings menu.
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133 Search bar
The phone provides a Search function which can be used to locate information
within applications, the phone or the web.
Search by text · Touch the Search bar from the Home screen. · Type the
text/phrase you want to search for. · Touch the icon on the keyboard if you
want to search on the web.
Search by voice · Touch from the Search bar to display a dialog screen. ·
Speak the word/phrase you want to search for. A list of search results will
display for you to
select from.
134 Lock/Unlock your screen To protect your phone and privacy, you can lock
the phone screen by creating a variety of patterns, PINs or passwords etc.
To lock the phone screen · If your phone remains inactive for a period of
time, it will automatically lock the screen and enter
sleep mode to save power. Go to Settings > Display > Sleep and select a screen
timeout period. · You can also manually lock the screen by pressing the Power
key once.
To unlock the phone screen Press the Power key once to light up the screen,
swipe up and unlock the screen with the method you have set. · Enter a
password to unlock the screen Once the screen is turned on, swipe up from any
position on the screen to display the password input panel. Then enter your
lock screen password. · Use pattern unlock Draw the same pattern you have set
to unlock the screen. · Use Face unlock From the app list, touch Settings >
Security & biometrics > Face unlock. Before using the face unlock feature, you
need to set a pattern/PIN/password Hold your phone 8-20 inches from your face.
Position your face in the square shown on the screen. For best results, we
suggest that the face key is enrolled indoors and away from direct sunlight.
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135 Personalize your Home screen
Add
You can touch and hold a folder, an application or a widget to activate the
Move mode and drag the item to any Home screen as you prefer.
Reposition
Touch and hold the item to be repositioned to activate the Move mode, drag the
item to the desired position and then release. You can move items both on the
Home screen and the favorite tray. Hold the icon on the left or right edge of
the screen to drag the item to another Home screen.
Remove
Touch and hold the item to be removed to activate the Move mode, drag the item
up to the top of the Remove icon, and release after the item turns red.
Create folders
To improve the organization of items (shortcuts or applications) on the Home
screen and the favorite tray, you can add them to a folder by stacking one
item on top of another. To rename a folder, open it and touch the folder’s
title bar to input the new name.
Wallpaper customization Touch and hold the Home screen then touch Wallpaper & style
to customize wallpaper.
136 Widgets and recently used applications
Consult widgets Touch and hold the Home screen then touch Widgets To return to the Home screen, touch the Home button
to enter widgets list. .
Consult recently used applications
To consult recently used applications, touch Recent APPs thumbnail in the
window to open the related application.
from the Home screen. Touch a
Slide horizontally to view all thumbnails of recently used applications. Touch
one thumbnail and slide it up to remove it. Touch CLEAR ALL to activate the
system’s one key boost which clears memory used by recent applications.
137 Volume adjustment Using the Volume key Press the Volume key and then touch
to adjust the volume. To activate the vibrate mode, press the Volume down or
up key and touch , then touch , While in vibrate mode, press the Volume down
or up key and touch , then touch to activate the silent mode.
Using the Settings Menu Swipe up on the Home screen, then touch Settings >
Sound & vibration to set the volume for ring, notification, media, alarm, etc.
to your preference.
Text input
21 Using the Onscreen Keyboard
Onscreen keyboard settings Swipe up on the Home screen, select Settings >
System > Languages & input > Virtual Keyboard and a series of settings will
become available for your selection. 211 Gboard
22 Text editing
You can edit the text you have entered · Touch and hold or double tap the text
you would like to edit. · The following options will show: Cut, Copy, Share.
Touch to choose Gallery, GIFs, Stickers, Files, Location, Contacts or Schedule
Send.
Touch to take a photo/video or attach a photo/video.
Touch to switch to “abc/Abc” mode; Touch and hold to switch to “ABC” mode.
Touch to enter voice input.
You can also insert new text
· Touch where you want to type, or touch and hold the blank area, the cursor
will blink, and the tab will show. Drag the tab to move the cursor.
· If you have selected any text, touch the tab to show the Paste and Select
all options which allows you to paste immediately.
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3 Phone call, Call log and Contacts
31 Phone
311 Placing a call You can easily make a call using Phone . Touch Phone from
the Home screen.
Touch and hold to access voicemail.
International call
To dial an international call, touch and hold to enter “+”, then enter the international country prefix
followed by the full phone number and finally touch
.
Emergency call
If your phone has network coverage, dial emergency number and touch
to make an
emergency call. This works even without a SIM card and without typing the PIN code.
312 Answering or rejecting a call
When you receive a call:
· Swipe up to answer.
· Swipe down to reject.
· Touch
to reject the call by sending a preset message.
To mute the ringtone volume of an incoming call, press the Volume up/down key.
313 Calling your voicemail Your voicemail is provided by your network to avoid
missing calls. It works like an answering machine that you can consult at any
time.
To access your voicemail, touch and hold on the dial pad.
To set your voicemail number, touch the Menu icon from the Phone screen, then
touch Settings > Voicemail > Advanced Settings > Setup > Voicemail number.
Enter the desired number from the keyboard directly or select a contact from
Favorites, Contacts or Recents, then touch to place the call. The number you
entered can be saved to Contacts by touching Create new contact. If you make a
mistake, you can delete the incorrect digits by touching .
To hang up a call, touch .
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314 During a call To adjust the volume during a call, press the Volume up/down
key.
End the current call. Touch to mute the current call. Touch this icon again to
unmute the call. Display the dial pad. Touch to activate the speaker during
the current call. Touch this icon again to deactivate the speaker. Make
another call. Put a call on hold. Merge calls to start a conference call.
Split a conference call into multiple calls. Swap the calls.
To avoid accidental operation of the touchscreen during a call, the screen
will be locked automatically when you put the cellphone close to your ear; and
it will be unlocked when the cellphone is taken away from your ear.
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315 Managing multiple calls With this phone you can handle multiple calls at the same time.
Swap calls
When you accept two calls, touch the icon to switch between two lines. The
current call will be put on hold, and you are able to join the other call.
Conference calls(1)
You can set up a conference call as follows.
· Place a call to the first participant of the conference call.
· Touch to add another call.
· Enter the phone number of the person you want to add to the conference and touch
. You
can also add participants from Call logs or Contacts.
· Touch to start the conference.
· Touch to end the conference call and disconnect all callers.
316 Call settings
Touch the Menu icon from the Phone screen, then touch Settings, the following
options are available:
Caller ID & spam Touch to enable the following functions: · See caller and
spam ID
Identify business and spam numbers. · Verified Calls
See the caller ID and reason for incoming calls from businesses.
Accessibility
· Hearing aids
Touch to enable hearing aid compatibility.
· Vibrate Reminder
Touch to enable vibrate when outgoing calls connect successfully. (1)
Depending on your network operator.
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Assisted dialing Touch to enable assisted dialing. Note: Assisted dialing
predicts and adds a country code when you call while traveling abroad.
Blocked numbers Block the numbers you don’t want to receive calls or texts
from them.
Calls Touch to enable vibrating mode for outgoing calls, forward your calls or
access other voice call settings.
Display options · Sort by
To set the contacts display by First name or Surname. · Name format
To set the name format by First name first or Surname first. · Choose theme
To set the theme you prefer.
Nearby places Allow your device to use your location to find nearby places
that match your query.
Quick responses Touch to edit quick responses which will be used when you
reject a call with messages.
Sounds and vibrate Adjust volume or select ringtone for your call,
notification, alarm, etc.
Voicemail Touch to access voicemail service and number settings. ·
Notifications
Touch to select the notification sound.
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· Advanced settings: Caller ID announcement Touch to enable your device to read out the caller’s name and number when receiving incoming calls. Flip To Silence Allow your device to silence an incoming call when you place it face down on a flat surface.
317 Call log
You can access your call log by touching calls and incoming calls.
from the Phone screen to view missed calls, outgoing
Touch one call to view information or further operations. You can launch a new call, send a message to the contact or number, or view detailed information of the call.
To delete the call history of a selected contact or number, touch and hold the contact and choose Delete.
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32 Contacts
Contacts enables quick and easy access to the people you want to reach. You can view and create contacts on your phone.
321 Consult your Contacts To access this feature, swipe up on the Home screen, then select Contacts .
Touch to search in Contacts
Touch to open menu options.
Touch to choose select, select all or Customize view.
Touch to view the contact’s detailed information.
322 Adding a contact Touch to create a new contact. You are required to enter
the contact’s name and other contact information. By scrolling up and down on
the screen, you can move from one field to another easily.
Touch to save
Touch to select a picture for the contact.
Touch to expand the label
Touch to add a new contact.
Add to/remove from Favorites (1)
To add a contact to favorites, you can touch a contact to view details then
touch contact to favorites (the star will turn white in color).
To remove a contact from favorites, touch on the contact details screen.
to add the
323 Editing your contacts To edit contact information, touch . When finished, touch SAVE.
Change a contact’s default phone number
The default phone number (the number which has priority when making a call or sending a message) will always be displayed under the contact’s name.
To change the default phone number, touch and hold the number you want to set as the default number from the contact’s details screen, then select Set default.
This choice is only available when the contact has more than one number.
(1) Only phone and account contacts can be added to Favorites.
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Set ringtone for a contact (1) On the contact’s detail screen, touch to set
ringtone.
Delete a contact To delete a contact, touch and hold the contacts and then
touch to delete select contacts.
The contact you have deleted will also be removed from other applications on
the phone or web the next time you synchronize your phone.
324 Communicating with your contacts From the contact list, you can
communicate with your contacts by making a call or exchanging messages. Touch
a contact to open Quick Contact for Android, then you can touch the number to
make a phone call or to send a message.
325 Contacts importing, exporting, and sharing From the Contacts screen, touch
Fix & manage, then select Import from file, Export to file or settings. Share
a single contact or multiple contacts with others by sending the contact’s
vCard to them via Bluetooth, Gmail, etc.
Touch and hold the contact (s) you want to share, touch .
The icons available on the Quick Contact panel depend on the information you have for the contact and the applications and accounts on your phone.
(1) You can only set one ringtone for established contacts.
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4 Messages
You can create, edit, and receive SMS and MMS with this phone. To access this feature, touch Messages from the Home screen.
41 Writing a new message
On the message list screen, touch the new message icon
to write text/multimedia messages.
Touch for more options.
Touch to search in all messages.
· Touch to view the whole message thread.
· Touch & hold to activate delete mode.
Touch to create a new message
Sending a text message Enter the mobile phone number of the recipient in the
To bar or select a contact, then touch the Text message bar to type the text
of the message. When finished, touch to send the text message. Sending a
multimedia message MMS enables you to send video clips, images, photos,
animations, slides and sounds to other compatible mobile devices and e-mail
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An SMS will be converted to MMS automatically when media files (image, video,
audio, slides, etc.) are attached or subject or email addresses are added. ·
To send a multimedia message, enter the recipient’s phone number in the To
bar. · Write the text of the message in the Text message bar. · Touch to
choose Gallery, GIFs, Stickers, Files, Location, Contacts or Schedule Send. ·
Touch to take a photo/video or attach a photo/video you have taken. · When
finished, touch to send the multimedia message.
42 Manage messages
When receiving a message, an icon will appear on the status bar as
notification. Drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel, touch
the new message to open and read it. You can also access the Messaging
application and touch the message to open. Messages are displayed in
conversational order. To reply to a message, touch the current message to
enter message composing screen, enter the text, then touch . Long press an SMS
on the message list screen. The following message options are available for
selection:
Pin the selected messages. Archive the selected messages. Delete the selected
messages. To block calls or texts from the contact. The selected conversation
will be removed to “Spam & blocked”.
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5 Camera
Your mobile phone is equipped with a camera and a camcorder for taking photos
and shooting videos. Before using the camera or camcorder, please be sure to
remove the protective lens cover before use to avoid it affecting your picture
quality. To access this function, touch Camera from the Home screen.
Touch the screen to focus
Google Lens
View the photos or videos you have taken
Switch between front/ back camera
Take a photo
To take a picture
The screen acts as the viewfinder. First position the object or landscape in
the viewfinder, touch to take the picture which will be automatically saved,
touch and hold to take burst shots.
To take a video
Touch VIDEO to change the camera mode to video, then touch to start video recording. You can
also touch the left part of the icon
to take a picture during video recording.
Touch to pause video recording and touch video will be automatically saved.
to continue. Touch
to stop recording. The
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Further operations when viewing a picture/video you have taken · Slide left or
right to view the photos or videos you have taken. · Touch , then select
Gmail/Bluetooth/Messages/etc. to share the photo or video. · Touch Back button
to return to Camera.
Modes Slide left or right to switch between modes. · AUTO: Auto is the default
mode for Camera. · VIDEO: Touch to access video mode. · PORTRAIT: Touch to
create a depth of field effect. You can compose an image that highlights your
subject while producing a gorgeously blurred background. · PRO: Pro camera
mode lets you fine-tune parameters and gives you full control over ISO, WB
exposure time, aperture, shutter speed and so on. · PANO: Use pano to capture
a panoramic photo, an image with a horizontally elongated field of
view. Tap the shutter button and move the phone steadily along in the
direction indicated on the screen. The photo will be saved when all the slots
are filled, or when pressing the shutter button again. Touch to access more
modes. These modes can be moved to the main screen by touching . · STOP
MOTION: Capture a number of photos of a certain scene, then convert them into
a speeded-up video. · LIGHT TRACE: Capture creative movements of light using a
long exposure photograph. · SLO-MO: Record special occasions and fast moving
scenes even in a dark environment, then play them back at a slow frame rate. ·
SUPER MACRO: Tap to access super macro mode. 4cm is the best macro shooting
distance. · MOVIE VIDEO: Tap to take a video with movie special effect. · ART
EFFECTS: Tap to set different filters when you take a video. · One Shot: One
shot is a process of taking multiple types of photos with one press through
AI. You can shoot 5, 10 or 15 seconds of video at a time, and finally output
photos with various types of effects such as different filters. · VLOG: Take
short videos with transitions, filters and music to record your amazing life.
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Settings
Touch to set more options:
· Photo size: Set the photo MP size and screen ratio. You can quickly change this setting by tapping from Camera screen.
· Video quality: Set the video FPS (frames per second) and screen size ratio.
· Video stabilization (EIS): Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image resulting from camera shake while recording a video.
· Calorie detection(1): Turn on to detect the calorie content of a captured object.
· Smart guideline(1): Tap the switch to turn on/off. This feature provides AI- powered facial detection and composition guides for portrait shots. It only works when using the main camera.
· Intelligent mode recommendation: Tap the switch to activate/deactivate the function of Recommending appropriate modes based on scenarios.
· Dark shot: Turn on to take great pictures in a dark environment.
· Quick snap: Tap to turn on/off. When activated, double press the volume down button to take a picture when screen is off.
· Volume button function: Touch to customize the Volume button to Shutter, Zoom or Volume when using camera.
· Gesture to capture: Touch to turn on/off. Once the palm gesture feature is activated, show your palm to the camera and the device will automatically take a photo or video after few seconds.
· Storage: Touch to choose between phone and microSDTM card storage when an microSDTM card is inserted. The default is phone storage.
· Save location information: Tap the switch to activate/deactivate the function of tagging photos and videos with your location. This option is available when GPS location services and wireless network are enabled and permission is granted.
· Shutter sound: Tap the switch to enable/disable shutter sound when taking a photo or video.
· Watermark: Tap to turn on/off Watermark
· Reset settings: Touch to reset the camera to its factory default settings.
More options are available when you switch to using the front camera:
· Face Beauty: Touch to turn on/off. When activated, touch enhance coloring effects in portraits.
to adjust skin smoothing and
· Mirror camera: Touch to turn on/off. It allows you to save selfies as
previewed without flipping them.
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6 Gmail
As Google’s web-based email service, Gmail is configured when you first set up your phone. Gmail on your phone can be automatically synchronized with your Gmail account on the web. Unlike other types of email accounts, each message and its replies in Gmail are grouped in your inbox as a single conversation; all emails are organized by labels instead of folders.
To access Gmail Swipe up on the Home screen, then touch Gmail.
To create and send emails · Touch Compose icon from the Inbox screen. · Enter
recipient(s)’s email address in the To field, and if necessary, touch and then
add a copy
or a blind copy to the message in the Cc or Bcc field. · Enter the subject and
the content of the message. · Touch to add an attachment. · Finally, touch to
send.
· If you do not want to send the email out right away, you can touch and Save
draft or touch Back button to save a copy. To view the draft, touch display
all labels, then select Drafts.
· If you do not want to send or save the email, you can touch Discard to
discard. To add a signature to emails, touch the icon from the inbox screen
and then touch Settings, choose an account, then touch Mobile signature
To receive and read your emails
When a new email arrives, you will be notified by a ringtone or vibration, and Status bar.
will appear on
Touch and drag down the Status bar to display the Notification panel, touch the new email to view it. Or you can also access the Gmail Inbox label and touch All mail to read it.
You can search for an email by sender, subject, label, etc.
· Touch the Search mail bar from the Inbox screen.
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· Touch to say something or enter the keyword you want to search for in the
searching box and touch .
To reply or forward emails · Reply
When viewing an email, touch to reply to the sender of this mail. · Reply all
Touch and select “Reply all” to send message to all people in a mail loop. ·
Forward
Touch and select “Forward” to forward the received mail to other people. · Add
star
Touch to add star. · Print
Touch and select “Print” to save the email as PDF and print it.
Managing Emails with Labels To conveniently manage conversations and messages,
you can organize them using a Label. To view conversations by labels when
viewing your inbox or another conversation list, touch to view a list of
conversations with that label. Touch and hold an email to activate batch mode
and produce the following options:
Touch to archive the email message. Touch to delete the email message. / Touch
to mark an email message as read or unread. Touch to show additional options:
· Move to Touch to move the email to other labels. · Snooze Touch to set the
notification of the email. · Change labels Touch to change the label of the
email message or conversation.
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· Add star Touch to add star.
· Mark important To Mark the email as important or not important.
· Mute Touch to mute the email.
· Print all Touch to save the email as PDF and print it.
· Report spam To report the email message/conversation as spam.
Gmail settings To manage Gmail settings, touch
from the inbox screen and then touch Settings.
General settings · Theme
Touch to set theme for your email. · Default notification action
Touch to set the default notification action when touched as Archive or
Delete. · Manage notifications
Touch to manage email notifications. · Conversation view
Mark the checkbox to enable group emails in the same conversation together for
IMAP, POP3, and Exchange accounts. · Conversation list density Touch to adjust
conversation list density. · Hide bottom navigation on scroll Mark the
checkbox to hide bottom navigation on scroll · Swipe actions Touch to select
the swipe actions to archive in conversation list.
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· Default reply action Touch to choose the default reply action.
· Auto-fit messages Touch to mark the checkbox to shrink messages to fit the
screen and allow zooming.
· Auto-advance Touch to select which screen to show after you delete or
archive a conversation.
· Open web links in Gmail When this setting is on, links will open in your
Gmail app for faster browsing.
· Confirm before deleting Mark the checkbox and you will need to confirm
before deleting emails.
· Confirm before archiving Mark the checkbox and you will need to confirm
before archiving emails.
· Confirm before sending Mark the checkbox and you will need to confirm before
sending emails.
Touch an account and the following settings will display: · Account
Touch to manage your Google Account. · Inbox type
To set messages in this inbox as the default important first, Unread first,
standard first or priority inbox. · Inbox categories Set the inbox category as
Primary, Promotions or Social. · Notifications Select to activate notification
when a new email arrives. · Inbox notifications Touch to set Play sound,
Vibrate and Notify once when each new message arrives. · Manage labels Touch
to open the Label screen, where you can manage synchronization and
notifications.
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· Notification sounds Set notification sounds
· Manage notifications Touch to manage email notifications.
· Chat Mark the checkbox and the chat and spaces tabs would display in the
email.
· Default reply action Touch to set default reply action.
· Mobile signature To add a signature text to the end of each mail you send.
· Conversation view Mark the checkbox to enable group emails with same topic
to gather together.
· Smart features and personalization This function allows Gmail, Chat and Meet
to personalize your experience and provide smart features with access to your
email, chat and video contents.
· Smart features and personalization in other Google products This function
allows Google to personalize your experience and provide smart features with
access to your email, chat and video contents.
· Package tracking This function allows Google to track the status of your
package and send the information to you by Gmail.
· Smart Reply Mark the checkbox to enable the suggested replies shown when
available.
· Vacation responder Touch to set the notification when on vacation.
· Show the Meet tab for video calling Touch to mark the checkbox and the Meet
tab would be shown during video calling.
· Send more diagnostic info This function allows Google to gather information
from device for optimization.
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· Limited data usage Mark the checkbox to adjust call quality for saving data.
· Leave empty calls (for Meet) This function will remove you from a call that
no one else joins in within a few minutes.
· Call ringing (for Meet) Set the ring for incoming call
· Reply and follow up Touch to set the function of reply and follow-up per
your preference.
· Inbox Tips settings Touch to set inbox tips settings.
· Sync Gmail Mark the checkbox to turn on/off Gmail sync.
· Days of mail to sync Touch to set the duration of days for mail sync.
· Download attachments Mark the checkbox to auto download attachments for
recent messages via Wi-Fi.
· Images Touch to set always show image or ask before showing.
· Enable dynamic email Mark the checkbox to allow dynamic email displayed when
available.
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7 Calendar & Alarm clock
71 Calendar
Use Calendar to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc. To access
this function, from Home screen, tap Google > Calendar.
711 Multimode view
You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or agenda view.
To change your Calendar view, touch to open a drop-down menu of Day, 3 days,
Week and Month for your options. Touch to return to Today’s view. In Schedule,
Day or Week view, touch an event to view its details. Touch a day in Month
view to open that day’s events.
712 To create new events You can add new events from any Calendar view.
· Touch to access new event edit screen. · Fill in all required information
for this new event. If it is a whole-day event, you can turn on All-day. ·
When finished, touch Save from the top of the screen. To quickly create an
event from Day, Week view screen, touch an empty spot or an event to open the
event details screen of the time you have previously selected.
713 Event reminder
If a reminder is set for an event, the upcoming event icon notification when the reminder time arrives.
will appear on the Status bar as a
Touch and drag down the Status bar to open the notification panel, touch an event name to view the Calendar notification list. Touch the Back button to keep the reminders pending in the Status bar and the notification panel.
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72 Clock
Your mobile phone has a built-in clock. To view the current time, swipe up the
Home screen, then touch Clock.
721 Alarm
From the Clock screen, touch Alarm to enter.
· Turn on
to enable the alarm.
· Touch to add a new alarm, touch OK to save.
· Touch a currently existing alarm to enter the alarm editing screen.
· Touch DELETE to delete the selected alarm.
722 Clock To view the date and time, touch Clock · Touch to add a city from the list.
723 Timer From the Clock screen, touch Timer to enter.
· Set the time. Touch to start the countdown.
· Touch
to pause.
· Touch to reset.
724 Stopwatch From the Clock screen, touch Stopwatch to enter.
· Touch · Touch · Touch
to start the Stopwatch. to pause. to reset.
725 Bedtime You can set a consistent bedtime for better sleep in this function.
726 Adjust Clock settings Touch to access Clock and Alarm settings.
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8 Getting connected
To connect to the internet with this phone, you can use 5G network or Wi-Fi, whichever is more convenient.
81 Connecting to the Internet
811 5G The first time you turn on your phone with network signal, it will
automatically configure your network service: 5G (1).
To activate/deactivate Data roaming When roaming, you can decide to
connect/disconnect to a data service. · Swipe up on the Home screen. · Touch
Settings > Mobile network. · Select Data roaming to set roaming mode. · When
Data roaming is disabled, you can still perform data exchange with a Wi-Fi
connection
(refer to “812 Wi-Fi”).
812 Wi-Fi
Using Wi-Fi, you can connect to the Internet when your phone is within the
range of a wireless network. Wi-Fi can be used on your phone even without a
SIM card inserted.
To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a wireless network
· Swipe up on the Home screen, then touch Settings > Wi-Fi.
· Touch the switch
to turn Wi-Fi on or off (2).
· Once Wi-Fi is turned on, detected Wi-Fi networks are listed.
· Touch a Wi-Fi network to connect. If the network you selected is secured, you are required to enter a password or other credentials (you may contact the network carrier for details). When finished, touch CONNECT.
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To activate notification when a new network is detected When Wi-Fi is on and
the network notification is activated, the Wi-Fi icon will appear on the
status bar whenever the phone detects an available wireless network within
range. The following steps activate the notification function when Wi-Fi is
on: · Swipe up on the Home screen and touch Settings > Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi
preferences. · Mark/Unmark the Open network notification checkbox to
activate/deactivate this function.
To add a Wi-Fi network When Wi-Fi is on, you may add new Wi-Fi networks
according to your preference. · Swipe up on the Home screen and touch Settings
Wi-Fi > Add network. · Enter the name of the network and any required network information. · Touch CONNECT.
You can also scan QR code to join Wi-Fi by touching When successfully connected, your phone will be connected automatically the next time you are within the range of this network.
To forget a Wi-Fi network The following steps prevent automatic connections to networks which you no longer wish to use. · Turn on Wi-Fi, if it’s not already on. · On the Wi-Fi screen, touch the name of the saved network. · Touch Forget in the dialog that opens.
82 Connecting to Bluetooth devices (1)
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communication technology that you can use
to exchange data or connect to other Bluetooth devices for various uses.
To access this function, swipe up on the Home screen, then touch Settings >
Bluetooth > Pair new device, your device and other available ones will show on
the screen.
To turn on Bluetooth · Swipe up on the Home screen, then touch Settings
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· Touch
to activate/deactivate this function.
To make your phone more recognizable, you can change your phone name which is visible to others.
· Swipe up on the Home screen.
· Touch Settings > Bluetooth.
· Touch Device name and Rename this device.
· Enter a name, and touch RENAME to confirm.
To show received files · Swipe up on the Home screen. · Touch Settings > Bluetooth. · Touch Received files to view your transfer history.
To pair/connect your phone with a Bluetooth device To exchange data with another device, you need to turn Bluetooth on and pair your phone with the Bluetooth device with which you want to exchange data. · Swipe up on the Home screen. · Touch Settings > Bluetooth > + Pair new device. · Touch a Bluetooth device you want to be paired with on the list. · A dialog will pop up, touch PAIR to confirm. · If the pairing is successful, your phone will connect to the device.
To disconnect/unpair from a Bluetooth device · Touch next to the device name · Touch and FORGET DEVICE to confirm
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83 Connecting to a computer
With the USB cable, you can transfer media files and other files between your
microSD card/internal storage and the computer.
To connect/disconnect your phone to the computer: To connect: · Use the USB
cable to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer. You will receive a
notification that the USB is connected. · Open the Notification panel and
choose the way in which you want to transfer files. By default,
Charge this device is selected. · To disconnect your phone from the computer,
unplug the USB cable from your computer’s USB
port.
Before using MTP, make sure that the driver (Windows Media Player 11 or higher
version) has been installed.
To locate the data you have transferred or downloaded to internal storage,
touch Files. All data you have downloaded is stored in Files, where you can
view media files (videos, photos, music and others), rename files, install
applications into your phone, etc.
84 Sharing your phone’s mobile data connection
You can share your phone’s mobile data connection with a single computer via
USB cable (USB tethering) or with up to ten devices at once by turning your
phone into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
The functions below may incur additional network charges from your network
carrier. Extra fees may also be charged in roaming areas.
To share your phone’s data connection via USB Use a USB cable to connect the
phone to a USB port on your computer. · Touch Settings > Connections > Hotspot
& tethering · Touch the switch next to USB tethering to activate/deactivate
this function. To share your phone’s data connection as a portable Wi-Fi
hotspot · Touch Settings > Connections > Hotspot & tethering · Touch Mobile
hotspot to activate/deactivate this function.
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To share your phone’s data connection via Bluetooth · Touch Settings >
Connections > Hotspot & tethering. · Touch Bluetooth tethering to
activate/deactivate this function. To rename or secure your portable hotspot
When a Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is activated, you can change the name of your
phone’s Wi-Fi network (SSID) and secure its Wi-Fi network. · Touch Settings >
Connections > Hotspot & tethering · Touch Mobile hotspot to change the Hotspot
name or set your network security.
85 Connecting to virtual private networks
Virtual private networks (VPNs) allow you to connect to the resources inside a
secured local network from outside that network. VPNs are commonly deployed by
corporations, schools, and other institutions so that their users can access
local network resources when not inside that network, or when connected to a
wireless network.
To add a VPN · Swipe up on the Home screen. · Touch Settings > Connections >
VPN and then touch . · In the screen that opens, follow the instructions from
your network administrator to configure each
component of the VPN settings. · Touch SAVE. The VPN is added to the list on
the VPN settings screen.
To connect/disconnect to a VPN To connect to a VPN: · Swipe up on the Home
screen. · Touch Settings > Connections > VPN. · VPNs you have added are
listed; touch the VPN you want to connect with. · In the dialog that opens,
enter any requested credentials and touch CONNECT. To disconnect: · Touch a
connected VPN, then select DISCONNECT.
To edit/delete a VPN To edit a VPN:
· Swipe up on the Home screen.
· Touch Settings > Connections > VPN.
· VPNs you have added are listed; touch · When finished, touch SAVE.
next to the VPN you want to edit.
To delete:
· Touch next to the VPN · Touch FORGET to delete
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9 Google applications (1)
Google apps are preinstalled on your phone to improve work efficiency and help
you enjoy life. This manual briefly introduces the apps. For detailed features
and user guides, refer to related websites or the introduction provided in the
apps. You are recommended to register with a Google Account to enjoy all of
the functions.
Play Store
Serves as the official app store for the Android operating system, allowing
users to browse and download applications and games. Applications are either
free of charge or at a cost. In the Play Store, search for the app you need,
download it and then follow the installation guide to install the app. You can
also uninstall, update an app, and manage your downloads.
Chrome
Using the Chrome browser, you can enjoy surfing the Web. Your bookmarks,
browsing history, and settings across all devices with the browser installed
can be synchronized with your Google Account. To get onto the Web, go to the
Home screen and touch the Chrome icon in the Favorites tray.
Maps
Google Maps offers satellite imagery, street maps, 360° panoramic views of
streets, real-time traffic conditions, and route planning for traveling by
foot, car, or public transportation. By using this application, you can get
your own location, search for a place, and get suggested route planning for
your trips.
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YouTube
YouTube is an online video-sharing application where users can upload, view,
and share videos. Available content includes video clips, TV clips, music
videos, and other content such as video blogging, short original videos, and
educational videos. It supports a streaming function that allows you to start
watching videos almost as soon as they begin downloading from the Internet.
Drive
Google Drive is a file storage and synchronization service created by Google,
which allows users to store files in cloud, share and edit files. Files in
Drive are well kept, and you can reach your files from any device by logging
in to your Google Account. Files or folders can be shared privately with
particular users that have a Google Account.
Google TV
Movies and television shows can be viewed online via Google TV. You can also
download movies and TV shows for offline viewing. Some content is only
available for rental or purchase.
Photos
Google Photos stores and backs up your photos and videos. It also
automatically analyses photos and organizes them into groups, so that you can
quickly locate the photo you need.
Assistant
Default mode is the same as launching the Google Assistant by long-pressing on
the home button.
Files
Files displays all data stored on the phone, including both external SD card
and internal storage, such as applications, media files downloaded from Google
Play Store, YouTube or other locations; Videos, pictures or audios you have
captured; other data transferred via Bluetooth, USB cable, etc.
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10 Settings
To access this function, swipe up on the Home screen and then touch Settings .
You can also swipe down from the notification panel and touch .
101 Wi-Fi
Using Wi-Fi, you can now surf the Internet without using your SIM card
whenever you are in the range of a wireless network. The only thing you have
to do is to enter the Wi-Fi screen and configure an access point to connect
your phone to the wireless network. For detailed instructions on using Wi-Fi,
please refer to section “812 Wi-Fi”.
102 Bluetooth
For detailed instructions on using Bluetooth, please refer to section “82
Connecting to Bluetooth devices”.
103 Mobile network
· Data roaming If you don’t need to transmit data on other provider’s mobile
networks, unmark the checkbox to avoid incurring significant roaming charges.
· Access Point Names You can select your preferred network with this menu.
104 Connections
1041 Airplane mode Use Airplane mode to simultaneously disable all wireless
connections including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and more. You can also open Airplane
mode by touching Airplane mode on the Quick setting bar or in phone options
when long pressing Power key.
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1042 Hotspot & tethering This function allows you to share your phone’s
cellular data connection via USB or as a portable Wi-Fi access point (refer to
“84 Sharing your phone’s mobile data connection”).
1043 Data usage Touch to view settings related to your data usage. Mark the
checkbox to set cellular data limit. Your cellular data connection will be
disabled when the specified limit is reached. You can also choose a data usage
cycle to view the statistics and related applications of used data by your
phone.
Data usage is measured by your phone, and your provider may count differently.
Please consider using a conservative limit.
1044 VPN Virtual private networks (VPNs) allow you to connect to the resources
inside a secured local network from outside that network. VPNs are commonly
deployed by corporations, schools, and other institutions so that their users
can access local network resources when not inside that network, or when
connected to a wireless network. (refer to “85 Connecting to virtual private
networks”).
1045 Private DNS Touch to select the Private DNS Mode of the device.
1046 Cast You can use Cast to display your device’s screen on your TV, and
display content like TV shows, movies, photos, games, and websites from
supported apps.
1047 USB connection With a USB cable, you can charge your device, transfer
files or photos (PTP) between your phone and a computer. To connect your phone
to the computer · Use the USB cable that came with your phone to connect the
phone to a USB port on your computer. You will receive a notification that the
USB is connected. · Open the Notification panel and choose the way which you
want to transfer files or touch Settings > Connections > USB connection to
select. By default, Charge this device is selected.
1048 Printing Touch Printing to activate Print services You can select your
Default print service.
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1049 Chromebook Link your phone to chromebook so that you can text from your
computer, share your phone’s Internet connection and simplify unlocking.
10410 Nearby Share Turn on Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to detect nearby devices.
10411 Android Auto Use apps on your car screen.
105 Home screen & lock screen
With this menu, choose your favorite wallpapers and theme styles, set your
Lock screen style, etc.
106 Display
In this menu, you can adjust your dark mode, status bar, font size, etc. To
rotate screen contents when device is rotated, touch Auto-rotate screen.
107 NXTVISION
· Image enhancement Touch to enhance image contrast automatically, sharpness
and dark details. · Video enhancement Touch to enhance the color, contrast and
depth of detail of video to bring a cinema-grade visual experience · Game
enhancement Touch to improve the shadow detail and enhance overall gaming
graphics · Reading mode Touch to optimize the screen display to make the
reading experience as comfortable as physical books. · Eye comfort mode Touch
to filter out blue light and adjust the color temperature of your display to
reduce eye strain.
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· Darker display mode Touch to turn on darker display mode to achieve lower
screen brightness in dark light environment. · Sunlight display mode Touch to
increase readability under sunlight. · Color mode & temperature With this
menu, you can change display gamut based on display content like Vivid,
Nature, etc.
108 Sound & vibration
Touch to adjust call and notification ringtones, music, and other audio
settings.
109 Notifications
Touch to manage apps notification. You can set permission of apps
notification, the authority to show the notifications on the lock screen, etc.
1010 Buttons & Gestures
To set some buttons and gestures for convenient use, such as button layout,
3-finger screenshot, 3-finger regional screenshot, lift to wake, etc.
1011 Advanced features
With this menu, you can set Smart App Recommend, Screen Recorder, etc.
1012 Smart Manager
Smart Manager ensures your phone is operating in top form by automatically
scanning and optimizing data usage to preserve battery levels, manage storage
and protect against security threats. Restricting auto-start apps can make the
system run faster and extend battery life. You can also update some options
manually for further optimization.
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Security & biometrics
· Screen lock Select one method such as Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password to
unlock the screen.
· Face unlock Face unlock allows you to unlock your device with your facial
data. Set it according to the on-screen steps. Ensure that you are facing the
phone screen when using face recognition. NOTE: you need to set a pattern,
PIN, or password before using Face unlock.
· Fingerprint Use your Fingerprint to unlock the screen. Access Settings >
Security & biometrics > Fingerprint to activate these functions.
· Smart Lock Smart Lock keeps your device unlocked when it’s safe with you and
locked when it detects that it’s been put down.
· Others You can also set Device admin apps, SIM card lock, Encryption &
credentials, Trust agents, Screen pinning, etc. under this menu.
1014 Location
Tap to set whether to allow an app to access your device’s location.
1015 Privacy
To protect your privacy, you can set an app to be allowed or forbidden access
to your location, SMS, phone, etc. Also, whether or not to show passwords,
choose the activities and info that you want Google to save.
1016 Safety & emergency
Access Settings > Safety & emergency > OPEN EMERGENCY INFORMATION to set
medical information and emergency contacts. Adding medical information and
emergency contacts can help first responders in an emergency.
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Anyone can read this information from your lock screen and dial your contacts
by touching their names, without unlocking your phone. You can also set
Emergency SOS, Emergency Location Service or Emergency alerts in this
interface.
1017 Apps
Touch to view details about the applications installed on your phone, to
manage their data usage or force them to stop. In the Permission manager menu
of an application, you can grant permissions for the app, such as allowing the
app to access your microphone, contacts, calendar, etc.
1018 Storage
Enter to check the usage of storage space and free up more when necessary.
1019 Accounts
Touch to add, remove, and manage your email and other supported accounts. You
can also use these settings to control how and whether all applications send,
receive, and synchronize data on their own schedules, and whether all
applications can synchronize user data automatically. Touch Add account to add
an account for the selected app.
1020 Digital Wellbeing & parental controls
In this menu you can find how much time you have spent on the phone and even
on each app. You can customize the time limit for using the phone to ensure a
healthy and balanced life. In addition, parents are able to restrict their
children’s usage time to manage their browsing habits.
1021 Google
Touch to configure your Google Account and services settings.
1022 Accessibility
Use the Accessibility settings to configure any accessibility plug-ins you
have installed on your phone.
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1023 System
· About phone View basic information for your phone such as model name, CPU,
camera, Storage, etc. You can also check legal information, build number,
status and other specs.
· System Update Touch to check for System updates.
· Update APPS Check for apps update and keeps your apps up to date.
· Languages & input Touch to configure language settings, virtual keyboard,
secure input, physical keyboard, etc.
· Date & time Use Date & time settings to customize your preferences for how
date and time are displayed.
· Backup Turn on to back up your phone’s settings and other application data
to Google servers. If you replace your phone, the settings and data you’ve
backed up will be restored onto the new phone when you sign in with your
Google Account.
· Reset Tap to reset all network settings and app preferences, you won’t lose
your data with these settings. If Factory data reset is selected, all data in
your phone’s internal storage will be erased, please back up your data before
reset.
· Users Share your phone by adding new users. Each user has a personal space
on your phone for custom Home screens, accounts, apps, settings, and more.
· Regulatory & safety Touch to view product information such as Product model,
Manufacturer name, IMEI, CU reference, Bluetooth Declaration ID, etc.
11 FOTA Upgrade
Using the FOTA Upgrade tool you can update your phone’s software.
To access System update, please Swipe up on the Home screen, then go to
Settings > System > System Update. Touch CHECK FOR UPDATES, and the phone will
search for the latest software. The latest software will automatically
download when the device is connected to a wireless network. After it is
complete, please touch Restart to complete the upgrade. Now your phone will
have the latest software version.
You should turn on data connection or connect through Wi-Fi before searching
for updates.
Safety and use
Please read before using your phone
THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX. It is
advised that you fully charge your battery before first use.
Privacy restrictions Some countries require full disclosure of recorded
telephone conversations and stipulate that you must inform the person with
whom you are speaking that the conversation is being recorded. Always obey the
relevant laws and regulations of your country when using the recording feature
of your phone.
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Important health information and safety precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid
possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety
and operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating instructions
on the product. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and
damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Electrical safety This product is intended for use when supplied with power
from the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous
and will invalidate any approval given to this product.
Safety precautions for proper grounding installation CAUTION: Connecting to
improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric shock to your device.
Safety precautions for power supply unit Use the correct external power source
A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source
required, consult your authorized service provider or local power company. For
a product that operates from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions that are included with the product. This product should
be operated only with the following designated power supply unit(s). Travel
charger: Input: 100-240V,50/60Hz, 0.5A
Output: 5V 3A/9V 2A/12V 1.5A Take extra precautions · Do not attempt to open
the back cover. · Do not attempt to eject, replace, or open the battery. · Do
not puncture the back cover of your phone. · Do not burn or dispose of your
phone in household garbage or store it at temperature above
60°C (140°F). Phone and battery as a unibody device must be disposed of in
accordance with locally applicable environmental regulations.
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This symbol on your phone, the battery, and the accessories mean that these
products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:
· Municipal waste disposal centers with specific bins for these types of
equipment.
· Collection bins at points of sale. They will then be recycled, preventing
substances from being disposed of in the environment, so that their components
can be reused.
Safety precautions for direct sunlight Keep this product away from excessive
moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery
inside a vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed 140°F (60°C),
such as on a car dashboard, windowsill, or behind a glass that is exposed to
direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. This
may damage the product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for
long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while
the loudspeaker is in use.
Safety in aircraft Due to the possible interference caused by this product to
an aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network, using this
device’s phone function on board an airplane is against the law in most
countries. If you want to use this device when on board an aircraft, remember
to turn off your phone by switching to Airplane Mode.
Environment restrictions Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots,
chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress, or in
potentially explosive atmospheres such as fueling areas, fuel storehouses,
below deck on boats, chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as
grain, dust, or metal powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Explosive atmospheres When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere
or where flammable materials exist, the product should be turned off and the
user should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause
an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are
advised not to use the equipment at refueling points such as service or gas
stations and are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of
radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations
are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but
not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below deck on boats,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
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Road safety Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to
reduce the risk of an accident. Using a phone while driving (even with a
hands-free kit) may cause distraction and can lead to an accident. You must
comply with local laws and regulations restricting the use of wireless devices
while driving.
Safety precautions for RF exposure
Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the steel frame of
a building).
Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources, such as microwave
ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.
Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or accessories that do
not contain any metal.
Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may violate your local
RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
Interference with medical equipment functions This product may cause medical
equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is forbidden in most
hospitals and medical clinics. If you use any other personal medical device,
consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in
obtaining this information. Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when
any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or
health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.
Nonionizing radiation Your device has an internal antenna. This product should
be operated in its normal-use position to ensure the radiative performance and
safety of the interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment,
users are advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the
safety of personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be
allowed to come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use of unauthorized or modified
antennas may impair call quality and damage the phone, causing loss of
performance and SAR levels exceeding the recommended limits as well as result
in non-compliance with local regulatory requirements in your country. To
assure optimal phone performance and ensure human exposure to RF energy is
within the guidelines set forth in the relevant standards, always use your
device only in its normal-use position. Contact with the antenna area may
impair call quality and cause your device to operate at a higher power level
than needed. Avoiding contact with the antenna area when the phone is IN USE
optimizes the antenna performance and the battery life.
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Electrical safety
Accessories · Use only approved accessories. · Do not connect with
incompatible products or accessories. · Take the necessary precautions not to
touch or allow metal objects, such as coins or key rings, to
contact or short circuit the battery terminals.
Connection to a car · Seek professional advice when connecting a phone
interface to the vehicle electrical system.
Faulty and damaged products · Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or its
accessory. · Only qualified personnel must service or repair the phone or its
accessory.
General precautions You alone are responsible for how you use your phone and
any consequences of its use You must always switch off your phone wherever the
use of a phone is prohibited Use of your phone is subject to safety measures
designed to protect users and their environment
Avoid applying excessive pressure to the device Do not apply excessive
pressure on the screen and the device to prevent damaging them and remove the
device from your pants’ pocket before sitting down. It is also recommended
that you store the device in a protective case and only use the device stylus
or your finger when interacting with the touch screen. Cracked display screens
due to improper handling are not covered by the warranty.
Device getting warm after prolonged use When using your device for prolonged
periods of time, such as when you’re talking on the phone, charging the
battery or browsing the Web, the device may become warm. In most cases, this
condition is normal and therefore should not be interpreted as a problem with
the device.
Heed service markings Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating or
Service documentation, do not service any product yourself. Service needed on
components inside the device should be done by an authorized service
technician or provider.
Protect your phone · Always treat your phone and its accessories with care and
keep them in a clean and dust-free
place. · Do not expose your phone or its accessories to open flames or lit
tobacco products. · Do not expose your phone or its accessories to liquid,
moisture or high humidity. · Do not drop, throw or try to bend your phone or
its accessories.
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· Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or aerosols to clean the
device or its accessories. · Do not paint your phone or its accessories · Do
not attempt to disassemble your phone or its accessories, only authorized
personnel must
do so. · Do not expose your phone or its accessories to extreme temperatures,
maximum 140°F (60°C). · Please check local regulations for disposal of
electronic products. · Do not carry your phone in your back pocket as it could
break when you sit down. Damage requiring service
Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to an
authorized service technician or provider under the following conditions: ·
Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the product. · The
product has been exposed to rain or water. · The product has been dropped or
damaged. · There are noticeable signs of overheating. · The product does not
operate normally when you follow the operating instructions. Avoid hot areas
The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Avoid wet areas Never use the product in a wet location. Avoid using your
device after a dramatic change in temperature When you move your device
between environments with very different temperature and/or humidity ranges,
condensation may form on or within the device. To avoid damaging the device,
allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the device.
NOTICE: When taking the device from low-temperature conditions into a warmer
environment
or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow the
device to acclimate to room temperature before turning on power. Avoid pushing
objects into product Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or
other openings in the product. Slots and openings are provided for
ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Air bags Do not
place a phone in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
Store the phone safely before driving your vehicle.
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Mounting accessories Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand,
tripod, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer.
Avoid unstable mounting Do not place the product on an unstable base.
Use product with approved equipment This product should be used only with
personal computers and options identified as suitable for use with your
equipment.
Adjust the volume Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio
devices.
Cleaning Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER
use water to clean the LCD screen.
Small children Do not leave your phone and its accessories within the reach of
small children or allow them to play with it. They could hurt themselves or
others or could accidentally damage the phone. Your phone contains small parts
with sharp edges that may cause an injury, or which could become detached and
create a choking hazard.
Repetitive motion injuries To minimize the risk of RSI, when Texting or
playing games with your phone:
· Do not grip the phone too tightly · Press the buttons lightly · Make use of
the special features in the handset which minimize the number of buttons which
must
be pressed, such as message templates and predictive text. · Take lots of
breaks to stretch and relax.
Operating machinery Full attention must be given to operating the machinery in
order to reduce the risk of an accident.
Loud noise This phone can produce loud noises which may damage your hearing.
Emergency calls This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio
signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you
must never rely solely on any wireless phone for emergency communications.
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Not all 911 emergency service providers can receive location information. Be
prepared to report your precise location/address when calling 911. The device
location cannot be identified in all circumstances.
Regulatory agency identifications
For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a model
number of T609DL. To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your
device, use only the accessories listed below with your T609DL device.
Operating temperature range: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) NOTE: This product is
intended for use with a certified Class Limited Power Source, rated 4.35 Volts
DC, maximum 1 Amp power supply unit.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment. This device 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. Electronic labeling
path: Touch Settings > System > Regulatory & Safety or press *#07#, you can
find more information about labeling (1), such as FCC ID.
(1) This may vary depending on country.
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Important Note
Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must
follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, please follow operation instruction as documented in this
manual.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter, except the transmitters built-in with the
device.
SAR Information
1.379 W/Kg @ 1g (HEAD)
1.132 W/Kg @ 1g (BODY)
THIS MODEL DEVICE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO
WAVES. For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC
RF exposure guidelines when used with the TCL Mobile Limited. Accessories
supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not
ensure compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
Your wireless mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It 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. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish
permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are
based on the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international
standards bodies: American National Standards Institute (ANSI) IEEE.
C95.1-1992. National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement (NCRP).
Report 86. 1986. International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) 1996. Ministry of Health (Canada), Safety Code 6. The standards
include a substantial safety margin
designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for wireless mobile phone employs a unit of measurement
known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is
1.6 W/kg*. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model
device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF
exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model device is on file with the
FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of https://fjallfoss.
fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm after searching on FCC ID:
2ACCJH168. Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be
found on the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Website
as http://www.ctia.org/.
- In the U.S. and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phone used by the public is 1.6 Watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in usage.
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Normal condition only to ensure the radiative performance and safety of the
interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are
advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safety of
personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to come
too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
Body-worn Operation This device was tested for typical body-worn operations.
To comply with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 15
mm must be maintained between the user’s body and the handset, including the
antenna. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories used by
this device should not contain any metallic components. Body-worn accessories
that do not meet these requirements may not comply with RF exposure
requirements and should be avoided. Use only the supplied or an approved
antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair
call quality, damage the phone, or result in violation of regulations. Do not
use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact
with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please contact your local dealer for
replacement antenna.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This transmitter has been demonstrated co-
location compliance requirements with Bluetooth®
and WLAN. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF
radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Telecommunications & Internet Association (TIA) safety information
Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a
minimum separation of 15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a handheld
wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the
pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research
by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with
pacemakers: Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than 15 cm (6 inches) from their
pacemaker when the
phone is turned ON. Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket. Should use
the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference. If
you
have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn the phone
OFF immediately.
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Hearing aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service
provider, or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives. RoHS
compliance This product is in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 7 January 2003, on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment (RoHS) and its amendments. Electronic Recycling (Within USA Only):
For more information on Electronic Recycling, please visit the TCL Electronic
Recycling Program at https://www.tclusa.com/mobile/accessibility-compliance
/electronic-recycling-program/. Battery Recycling (USA & Canada): TCL partners
with Call2Recycle® to offer a safe and convenient battery recycling program.
For more information on our Battery Recycling Program, please visit the USA
and Canada website at https://www.tclusa.com/mobile/accessibility-compliance
/battery-recycling/.
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References
- TCL USA | TVs, Sound Bars, Phones, Appliances
- CTIA - Home
- P65Warnings.ca.gov
- TCL MOBILE BATTERY RECYCLING PROGRAM | TCL USA
- TCL MOBILE ELECTRONIC RECYCLING PROGRAM | TCL USA
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