BLU G61 Smart Phone User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- BLU
Table of Contents
BLU G61 Smart Phone
For instructions or any questions pertaining to phone usage, please click on the BLU page by visiting the following address: manuals.bluproducts.com
ABOUT YOUR PHONE
Transportation Safety
Observe all transportation laws and regulations.
PLEASE DRIVE RESPONSIBLY – DO NOT TEXT & DRIVE
Hospital Safety
Follow hospital rules and limitations and turn off your mobile phone when near
medical instruments. Airport Safety Remember to follow all airport and flight
safety regulations.
Water Hazard
Your phone is not waterproof. Keep your phone away from water or liquid to
avoid damage.
Emergency Calls
Make sure your mobile phone is switched on and in a service area. On home
screen, tap the phone key and dial the emergency number.
Battery Usage
For better performance and longer battery life, it is recommended that you
charge the battery fully before using the mobile phone for the first time and
that you initially complete two to three charge cycles.
IMEI Information
To check your IMEI, press *#06#.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Power On / Off
- Long press the power button to power on
- While the phone is powered on, long press to access the power off menu or click to lock the screen
Volume
Adjusts the ringer volume, call volume, and multimedia volume.
Home
The home button pauses any current action and returns to the home screen.
Recent Apps
Opens a list of recently opened applications that allows you to switch
conveniently between them. This option can also close any open applications by
swiping to the side.
Back
Returns to the previous screen; Closes the keyboard, any open program, or any
menu option.
USB Port
Charges the device and transfers data such as documents, music, and video
between your device and a PC.
Headset Port
Connect earphones to this port for hands-free capabilities. You may also to
listen to music or FM radio.
Front Camera
A high-resolution front camera to take pictures and video. This option is
ideal for self-portraits.
Rear Camera
A high-resolution rear camera to take pictures and video.
Flash
Provides light for pictures in low-light conditions. It also may be used as a
flashlight (Rear).
Fingerprint Sensor
Security measure that unlocks your device with the User’s fingerprints.
Installation of the SIM Card
Warning : Please keep the SIM card out of the reach of children. The SIM card and its contact are easily damaged due to scratching or bending. Please use caution when carrying, installing, or taking out the SIM card. Note: Please contact your cellular phone service provider directly to obtain your SIM card.
To insert SIM card:
- Remove the SIM card tray (with tool). Insert the SIM card.
- Insert the SD card (For additional storage capacity)
- Replace the SIM card tray and power on the phone.
When you initially power on your phone, there will be a series of steps to set
up basic features.
INSERT SIM
Insert your SIM card so the phone can register to the network.
SELECT LANGUAGE
While on the Welcome screen, please scroll to select your language. In this
step, you also have the option to adjust Vision Settings such as
magnification, font and display size. You have the ability to place an
Emergency Call.
SELECT WI-FI
This step allows the device to connect to the internet. Click on the desired
Wi-Fi network that the device that will be connected. Please note that any
unsecured Wi-Fi networks can be connected to without credentials and any
secured Wi-Fi networks require a password for credentials prior to connection.
It is recommended that you connect to a Wi-Fi network to check for software
updates prior to startup to avoid any data overages.
COPY APPS & DATA
This step allows you to select transfer options such as applications,
pictures, music and more from a previous device. You may also setup as new if
you choose not to from a previous device.
ADD YOUR ACCOUNT
Sign in to your GoogleTM account in order to keep accounts streamlined with
Google services. Your account will be used for Google programs such as Google
PlayTM, Google Drive, Google + and Google Wallet. If you do not have a Google
account, click to create a new account. If the device is not recognized by
your Google account, you will have to complete a security verification.
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