BLU G40 Smartphone User Guide
- October 27, 2023
- BLU
Table of Contents
Smartphone
User Guide
G40 Smartphone
ATTENTION
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
Used to power on/off the device and to lock the screen.
Power » Long press the power button to power on
On / Off » 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.
INTRODUCTION
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:
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Remove the rear cover. Insert the SIM card.
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Insert the SD card (For additional storage capacity)
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Insert the battery, replace the rear cover and power on the phone.
DEVICE CONFIGURATION
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. ou have the ability to place an
Emergency Call.
CONNECT TO 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 etworks 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 o 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 revious device.
ADD YOUR ACCOUNT
Sign in to your Google TM Account in order to keep accounts streamlined with
Google services. Your account will be used for Google programs such as Google
Play TM , oogle Drive, and Google Pay. 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.
GOOGLE SERVICES
Click to add Google services that include Backup and Restore, Location
Services, Install Updates and Apps.
DEVICE PROTECTION
Click to setup device protection such as a PIN or Password. This option can be
done at a later time.
FINALIZE SETUP
The last step allows you to setup Google Assistant and Google Pay. You may
also add another email address, control what information is visible through
the phones lock creen, and lets you also review any additional apps. You may
skip this step and setup later.
Google, Google Play, Google Maps, YouTube, Gmail, and other marks are
trademarks of Google LLC.
PROPOSITION 65 – STATE OF CALIFORNIA
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm –
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Federal Communication Commission Interference
FCC ID: YHLBLUG40 Model Name:G40
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 evice 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 easonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and sed in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a articular
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 ser 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/TV 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.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
This device 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.
The exposure standard for wireless device employs a unit of measurement known
as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is
1.6W/kg. Tests or SAR are conducted using standard operating positions
(10mm) accepted by the FCC with the device transmitting at its highest
certified power level in all tested frequency ands.