TCL 30 XE 5G User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- TCL
Table of Contents
30 XE 5G User
Guide
At a glance
Let’s get started. We’ll guide you through startup and tell you where to find more information about your phone and its great features.
Set up your SIM card
The SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card identifies your device to the
wireless network. You can’t make or receive phone calls without a properly
nstalled SIM card unless it’s an emergency call (911).
You don’t need to power off your device before inserting or removing the SIM
card.
Note: Your device only supports Nano SIM cards. To avoid damage your
device, do not attempt to insert any other SIM types.
Insert the SIM pin that’s provided to eject the SIM tray and then slide it out
gently.
Place or remove the Nano SIM card and the microSD M card in the correct slot as shown.
Note: MicroSD TM cards are sold separately. SIM pin is included in the box.
Battery
To optimize battery performance, be sure to fully charge your device before
using it for the first time.
Charging the device
- Insert the USB Type-C cable into the charge port as shown.
- Connect charger to power outlet.
Note: Please use the charger and USB Type-C cable that’s included with
your device. Using the wrong cable and charger may damage the charging port or
educe battery performance.
Optimize battery life
To optimize battery life, adjust your screen brightness and display
timeout.
- Adjusting brightness level: Lowering your screen brightness level can optimize your battery level. To adjust the brightness level, from the Home screen, touch Settings > Display > Brightness level. To lower the brightness level, move the wheel to the left.
- Power saving mode: Power saving mode minimizes battery usage to extend battery life. To explore power management options, from the Home screen, touch Settings > Smart Manager > Battery > Battery detail > Battery saver. Then touch Use battery saver to activate power saving mode.
- Adjust screen timeout: Sleep mode is a low power mode function and it significantly saves your battery power. Lower the amount of time your device stays on after you stop using it to optimize your battery level. To do so, from the Home screen, touch Settings > Display > Sleep and select screen timeout duration.
Security & convenience
To protect your phone and privacy, you can activate the following security
options: Fingerprint and screen lock: From the Home screen, touch Settings >
ecurity & biometrics > Screen lock or Fingerprint.
Face unlock: From the Home screen, touch Settings > Security & biometrics > Face unlock and follow the instructions to set up the face unlock feature.
Useful apps
When you’re up and running, try these apps to see what you can do with your
new phone.
Find it: Swipe up from the home screen to see all your apps.
Camera
Your mobile phone is equipped with a camera and a camcorder for taking photos
and shooting videos.
Chrome
Using the Chrome browser, you can enjoy surfing the Web.
Gmail
With Gmail, you can send and receive emails, manage emails by labels, archive
them, etc.
Messages
You can create, edit, and receive SMS and MMS with this phone.
Play Store
In Play Store, search for the app youneed, download it, and then follow the
installation guide to install the app.
Settings
To access this function, swipe up from the Home screen and then touch
Settings.
Note: Software updates happen frequently, so your phone may not have all
listed apps or features.
Approved firmware versions
This device will only operate with firmware versions that have been approved
for use by your wireless carrier and the device manufacturer. If unauthorized
firmware is placed on the device it will not function.
Information about safeguarding handsets
We encourage customers to take appropriate measures to secure their devices
and invite them to take advantage of the features available on this device to
help secure it from theft and/ or other unauthorized access and use. This
device has a locking function (e.g., Security PINs) that can serve as a first
line of defense against unauthorized use or access to stored information.
Preloaded security applications that allow customers to track or locate
misplaced devices can be found on several devices. Lost or stolen devices
should be immediately reported to your wireless carrier so that proper
measures can be taken to protect accounts. For additional information, visit
your wireless carrier’s Privacy
Emergency call
If your phone has network coverage, dial the emergency number and touch to
make an emergency call. This works even without a SIM card and without typing
the PIN code.
Although all phones are equipped with 9-1-1 emergency calling, this phone may
or may not permit its location to be approximated during a 9-1-1 call. Be
prepared to report your location when dialing 911*.
- Availability of this feature depends on upgrades to the (a) wireless network and (b) 9-1-1 calling system that are required to be installed by the local 9-1-1 response agency or public safety answering point (PSAP); these upgrades may not be available everywhere within our wireless coverage area or your roaming area. This approximation of the phone’s location and the transmittal of location information are subject to emergency situations, transmission limits, network problems/limitations, interconnecting carrier problems, your phone, buildings/tunnels, signal strength and atmospheric/ topographical conditions, and may be curtailed, interrupted, dropped, or refused. The phone’s approximate location is transmitted to the local 9-1-1 response agency or PSAP while the call is in progress; this approximation is intended solely to aid the PSAP in dispatching emergency assistance or to limit the search area for emergency services personnel. You should not rely solely on a mobile phone for essential communications (such as a medical or other emergency). Please see your wireless carrier’s Terms and Conditions, and Privacy Policy for additional service restrictions and details.
Additional information
Use of some content or features may require qualifying service, or access to a
Wi-Fi connection.
Safety and Use
We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your mobile
device. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result
as a consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained
herein. Use of connected devices subject to your wireless carrier’s Terms and
Conditions.
Traffic Safety
Always obey the local laws and regulations addressing the use of wireless
mobile devices and their accessories in the areas where you drive. The use of
mobile devices while driving may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas.
Conditions of Use
You are advised to switch off your mobile device from time to time to optimize
its performance.
Operational Warnings: Only use your mobile device in ccordance with
local laws and regulations and obey all posted notices in public areas.
Do not attempt to disassemble your mobile device. If you disassemble your
mobile device, the warranty will not apply.
Always handle your mobile device with care and keep it in a clean and dust-
free place. Do not allow your mobile device to be exposed to adverse weather
or environmental conditions (moisture, humidity, rain, infiltration of
liquids, dust, sea air, etc.). The manufacturer’s recommended operating
temperature range is 0°C (32°F) to +50°C (122°F)
Use only batteries, battery chargers, and accessories which are recommended by
Device manufacturer and its affiliates and are compatible with your mobile
device model. Device manufacturer and its affiliates disclaim any liability
for damage caused by the use of other chargers or batteries. Please check
local laws and regulations in your jurisdiction to learn how to best dispose
of your mobile device.
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 he loudspeaker is in use.
Privacy
Please note that you must respect the laws and regulations of your
jurisdiction or other jurisdiction(s) where you will use your mobile device
regarding taking photographs and recording sounds with your mobile device.
Pursuant to such laws and regulations, it may be strictly forbidden to take
photographs and/ or to record the voices of other people or any of their
personal attributes, and reproduce or distribute them, as this may be
considered to be an invasion of privacy.
It is the user’s sole responsibility to ensure that prior authorization be
obtained, if necessary, in order to record private or confidential
conversations or take a photograph of another person; the manufacturer, the
seller or vendor of your mobile device (including the operator) disclaim any
liability which may result from the improper use of the mobile device.
Legal Information
In order to provide you with better access to this important information,
we’ve made the materials accessible from the phone’s Settings menu. Review
hese materials prior to using your mobile device. To access the materials on
your mobile device, swipe up from the home screen, and touch Settings > ystem
Aboutphone > Legal information, and select a topic.
Regulatory Information (e-label)
Your mobile device uses an electronic label (e-label) that provides regulatory information about your device. To view the regulatory information (such as CC ID) for this device, on the device, swipe up from the home screen, then touch Settings > System > Regulatory & safety.
FCC Compliance
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
forcompliance of this device voids the user’sauthority to operate this evice.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 or more 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 acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
The FCC has established requirements for digital wireless mobile devices to
be compatible with hearing aids and other assistive hearing devices. When
wireless devices are used near hearing devices (such as hearing aids and
cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise.
Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference, and
wireless devices also vary in the amount of interference that they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings to assist hearing device
users in finding wireless devices that may be compatible with their hearing
devices. Not all wireless devices have been rated. Wireless devices that are
rated will have the rating displayed on the box together with other relevant
approval markings.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s
hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device is vulnerable to
interference, you may not be able to use a rated wireless device successfully.
Consulting with your hearing health professional and testing the wireless
device with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your
personal needs.
This smartphone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some
of the wireless technologies that the smartphone uses. However, other wireless
technologies may be used in this smartphone that have not been tested for use
with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of your
smartphone thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you hear any
interfering noise when using this smartphone with your hearing aid or cochlear
implant. Consult your wireless service provider about its return and exchange
policies, and for information about hearing aid compatibility.
SAR
Your device includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and
manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for Radio Frequency (RF) set by
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The RF exposure limits set by the
FCC for wireless mobile devices utilize a unit of measurement referred to as
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR), which is a measure of the amount of RF energy
absorbed by the body when using a mobile device. The FCC requires mobile
device manufacturers to ensure that their mobile devices comply with these
objective limits for safe exposure. The FCC SAR limit incorporates a
substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and
to account for any variations in measurements. The FCC limit for public
exposure from cellular telephones is a SAR level of 1.6 Watts per kilogram
(1.6 W/kg).
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
To ensure compliance with the RF exposure guidelines, the device must be used
at least 15mm from your body SAR information for this device can be found on
the FCC website at www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/. Follow
the instructions on the website to use the FCC ID for this device to find SAR
values for the device.
To view additional SAR information on your phone, swipe up from the home
screen, then touch Settings > System > About phone > Legal information > RF
Exposure.
Battery and Accessories
Observe the following precautions for battery use:
- Do not attempt to open the battery (due to the risk of toxic fumes and burns).
- Do not puncture, disassemble or cause a short-circuit in a battery.
- Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in household rubbish or store it at temperatures above 60ºC.
- Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred.
- Do not modify or remanufacture, attemptto insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire, explosion or other hazard Products that have the below symbol must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:
- Municipal waste disposal centers with specific bins for these items of equipment.
- Collection bins at points of sale.
You can learn more about how to recycle your mobile device by visiting the
CTIA website at www.ctia.org/news/how-to-recycle-yourmobile-
device
CAUTION: IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE, DEVICE MIGHT
EXPLODE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES CCORDINGTO THE INSTRUCTION.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm –
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Chargers
Home A.C./Travel chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C
(32°F) to 45°C (113°F).
The chargers designed for your mobile device meet with the standard for safety
of information technology equipment and office equipment use. Due to different
applicable electrical specifications, a charger you purchased in one
jurisdiction may not work in another jurisdiction.
Licenses
microSD logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by Device Manufacturer and its affiliates is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
The Wi-Fi Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Recycling Information
Call Recycle Customer Support at
1-855-368-0829 for recycling
instructions.
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