Please read the following guidelines before using your new phone. Utmost
compliance with the following is highly recommended for your safety.
Non-compliance may pose danger to you and your mobile phone, and may be
illegal.
The phone is packed with features to satisfy your needs such as Phonebook, Music
Player, Video Player, Digital Camera, among others. It is Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and
also meets the GSM/GPRS technical criteria. It is certified by both local and
international authorities.
We reserves the right to modify technical specifications without prior notice.Some
content in this manual, i.e. software, images, accessories and more, may vary from
that in the actual device. Please refer to your unit for accuracy.
This guide aims to help you get started on your new phone. you will find the
following icons periodically present to help you make better use of your device.
- indicates sequence of processes
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- presents additional notes on a topic or alternative options for a feature
- shows further cautionary measures to prevent damage to your mobile phone
User Manual
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1. Getting Started
Install / Remove the SIM Card and Battery
Switch your Mobile Phone ON / OFF
To switch your mobile phone ON, press and hold the Power Key until an animation
appears on the screen. Make sure the battery is charged and inserted properly.
Make sure to switch off the device and disconnect from charger before installing
and removing the SIM card and battery. To install / remove the SIM card and
battery, perform the following:
Turn the mobile phone OFF.
1.
Snap open the phone’s back cover and pull out the battery.
2.
3.
Carefully insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot, making sure
: If the screen displays that the SIM card is locked permanently, please consult
your network operator.
that the card’s gold plate is facing down and in proper alignment
with the phone’s metal contacts.
4.
Carefully return the battery into its slot and put the cover back on.
To switch OFF, press and hold the Power Key until a window pops up.
Tap Power Off and the phone will shut down.
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Install / Remove the Memory Card
Charge the Battery
The Memory Card is a handy mobile storage device that expands the mobile
phone’s storage capacity. To install/remove the memory card, perform the
following:
1. Turn the mobile phone OFF.
2. Snap open the phone’s back cover and the SD card lock.
3. Carefully insert the Memory Card into the slot, making sure that the
card’s gold plate is facing down and in proper alignment with the
phone’s metal contacts.
4. Carefully lock the SD card and put the cover back on.
5. To remove, carefully slide the lock and pull the card out of the slot.
1. Plug the charger into the electrical outlet.
2. Connect the small end of the charger connector into the mobile
phone’s charging slot.
The battery indicator icon will flash until charging is finished. When charging is
complete, i.e. the battery charging icon stops flashing, disconnect the phone from
the charger.
: Do not forget to unplug the charger from the electrical outlet after charging.
: Only use approved charger and other accessories.
: You can use the phone while charging, but charging time may increase. When
charging the handset in its Power Off state, a charging indicator will appear on the
screen.
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Switch to Sleep Mode / Wake Up
Pattern
lets you draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock the tablet. This is
The Sleep Mode suspends your device to a low power consumption state in order
to prolong battery life. Your device also goes into Sleep Mode by itself when the
display automatically turns off after a certain period of time, depending on display
settings.
Lightly press Power Key to switch to Sleep Mode.
Press the Power Key to Wake Up / activate your screen display.
To configure sleep settings, go to Settings Display Sleep choose time
: Switching the Phone to Sleep Mode is a way to lock your phone.
Screen Lock
1.You can lock your screen for additional security. After you set a lock, the screen
is locked after the display goes to sleep.
slightly more secure than Face Unlock.
PIN
requires four or more numbers. Longer PINs tend to be more secure.
Password
requires four or more letters or numbers. This is the most secure option,
as long as you create a strong password.
: A strong password is usually eight or more characters long, and is composed
of alphanumeric characters and symbols.
Unlock Your Phone
Drag the icon to the right, depending on your screen lock pattern.
: To set Screen Lock pattern, go to Menu Settings Security Screen
Lock choose from options.
2.Go to Settings Security Screen lock.
3.Touch the type of lock you want and follow the onscreen instructions.
You can choose among these lock options:
Slide
provides no protection, but lets you get to the Home screen quickly.
Face Unlock
lets you unlock your phone by looking at it. This is the least secure
lock option.
Voice Unlock
lets you unlock your phone by voice. It first lets you record a set of
repeated words for accuracy.
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Security Codes
The mobile phone and the SIM card support several passwords in order to prevent
misuse. When prompted to enter any of the codes mentioned below, type in the
correct code and then confirm by tapping the OK key. To access the phone’s
settings for these codes, go to Menu [] Settings Security Set up SIM
card lock Choose which card to lock Lock SIM Card enter SIM PIN
OK
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Personal Identification Number (PIN)
2. Overview
Local network service providers furnish each SIM card with a unique set of codes
including the PIN, PIN2 and PUK. If the PIN is incorrectly entered for three
successive times, the SIM card will be locked.
To unlock the SIM card, you need to enter the PUK or the Personal Unlocking Key.
For further information regarding PIN, PUK and SIM Lock, contact your network
service provider.
Basic Troubleshooting for locked SIM card:
-Enter the correct PUK. You will then be prompted to enter a new PIN.
-Type in the new PIN OK.
-Re-type the new PIN OK.
Functions of Main Keys
Menu Key – Allows you to change wallpaper/widgets manage apps, access
system settings
Home Key – Returns to the main screen in one touch; Tap and hold the
Home Key to view recently browsed/accessed/used applications
Back Key – makes the screen go back one level
Touch Control
Your phone is receptive to the following finger gestures:
TAP – selects or launches an item or an app i.e. selecting from the menu, entering
characters or text in a field.
PUK
The PUK (Personal Unlocking Key) code is required in order to modify a blocked
PIN. This code usually comes with the SIM card upon purchase. Otherwise,
contact your local service provider.
: If you enter the wrong PUK code for 10 consecutive times, the SIM card will
become invalid.
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TAP & HOLD - activates widgets and offers further options to an application. tap&
hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action
occurs.
DRAG - tap & hold an item and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger
on the screen to reposition it on the screen.
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SWIPE OR SLIDE - lets you scroll the screen up, down, left or right. It is also used
Auto-Rotate Screen
when unlocking the screen. Lightly and quickly touch and slide your finger across
the screen without pausing to avoid dragging an item instead.
DOUBLE-TAP - lets you zoom in or out a screen Tap quickly twice on a webpage,
map, or other screen to zoom.
PINCH - lets you zoom in or out a screen by placing two fingers on the screen at
once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom
in).
Customize the Home Screen
Change the Wallpaper:
With the Auto-Rotate Screen turned on, you will be able to view items on the
screen vertically or horizontally, depending on how you hold your phone. Please
note that not all screens are covered by the Auto-Rotate Screen feature.
To turn the Auto-Rotate Screen feature on/off, go to Menu Settings Display
Auto-Rotate Screen (uncheck)
You may also drag down the Notifications panel and tap ‘
Auto-rotation’
to activate
or deactivate auto-rotate function.
Folders
This allows you to organize your applications in
folders on the Home Screen. To make a new
Tap and hold any clear part of the Screen Choose wallpaper from Gallery, Live
Wallpapers and Wallpapers.
Remove Items from Your Home Screen
Tap Home Key to return to the Home Screen.
Tap and hold the item to be removed and drag it towards the [X Remove] icon at
the top of the screen.
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folder on your Home screen, tap and hold and drag apps to the Home Screen, and
stack them on top of another. They will automatically be grouped into a folder.
To name folder on Home screen
1. Touch the folder icon on Home screen to open
2. Touch the folder’s title bar to show the name field.
3. Edit the folder’s name and tap done after renaming.
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To remove applications out of a folder back to the Home Screen
Found on the top part of the screen, swipe the notifications panel (also known as
Touch and hold the item in a folder, and then drag it out of the folder.
Status and Notification Icons
To view your phone’s notifications, simply swipe the notifications bar downwards.
Below are the possible status icons you will encounter and their meanings:
USB connected Missed call
Meeting mode Earphone insert
Airplane mode Signal strength
Alarm set Signal searching
Battery charge New message
Silent mode USB debugging connected
the status bar) downwards.
*Swipe upwards to close.
2、To open a running application from the Notifications panel
From the Notifications panel, touch the icon for the running application to open it.
To dismiss notifications, tap
Toolkits
ToolKits quickly start applications such as Bluetooth, WLAN and so on.
Using two fingers, swipe the Notifications panel downwards.
Tap a ToolKit to enable or disable.
Magnification Gestures
Bluetooth icon Wi-Fi network
Data Conn. off
Notifications
The Notifications panel lets you view
notices, warnings and any new updates in your phone.
1、To open the Notifications panel
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New Wi-Fi network
With this feature turned on, you can zoom in/out by quickly tapping the screen
three times (triple-tapping)
detected
While zoomed in, you can:
Pan – Drag two or more fingers across the screen
Adjust zoom level – pinch two or more fingers together or spread them apart.
You can also temporarily magnify what’s under your finger by triple-tapping and
holding. In this magnified state, you can drag your finger to explore different parts
of the screen. Lift your finger to return to previous size.
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The triple-tap magnification gesture works on any screen except the keyboard
and navigation bar.
To activate, go to Settings Accessibility Magnification Gestures ON.
3.Basic Functions
Make and Answer Calls
Make a Call
Option 1: On the Home Screen tap choose the
Phone tab enter phone number tap.
Option 2: Tap enter phone number
tap.
Option 3: Tap People tap name of selected
contact
Dial an Emergency Call
This phone operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks, but
cannot guarantee connection in all locations at all conditions. It is not advisable to
rely solely on wireless phones to make emergency calls. To make an emergency
call:
1. Switch your phone on.
2. Dial emergency number and tap Call.
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Some networks may require that a valid SIM card is properly inserted in the
phone before making an emergency call. Emergency numbers vary in every
country. Emergency calls may not work in all locations due to network and
interference issues.
Answer / Reject an Incoming Call
When you receive an incoming call, a notification message appears on the screen.
To accept call, drag towards
: Tap to erase incorrect digits.
Dial an International Call
For international calls, type (+) followed by the country code and then the complete
number.
(+) (Country Code) (complete phone number) then tap
Tap and hold to type "+" and then type the country code, the area code
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and the telephone number. Then tap the telephone icon to connect.
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To reject, drag towards
Drag towards to send a message instead.
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Adjust the Volume
During a call, press the Volume keys to adjust the volume.
Options During a Call
- Launch/Hide Dial Pad
- Turn speakerphone on/off
- Mute
- Put a call on hold
- add current call’s details to contacts.
People
You can add contacts on your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in
your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. To manage
your contacts, go to People [].
- Create contact. Store the contact toSIM/phone tap Done.
- Search. Type name or number of contact you wish to find Next.
- Groups. Create group under account, tapPhone group’s name
Type person’s nameDone.
Messaging
To create and send message from home screen,
tap
Tap the new message icon at
the bottom left part of the screen.
In
TO
field, type the recipient’s phone
number OR tap to search from
contacts.
Type message in the Type message field using the on screen keyboard.
- Favorites. To add contacts to Favorites, tap chosen contact from list. Then,
tapon the upper right corner of the screen.
- Send message
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Tapto insert smileys, etc.
Tap to send.
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: To send MMS, add an attachment to the text message by tapping and the SMS
Connect to the Internet
will automatically be sent as an MMS. Likewise, if the user removes the
attachment, the message is reverted back to being sent as SMS.
Message Threads
Instead of inbox, outbox and sent folders, your phone organizes all your messages
into “threads,” where messages exchanged with the same number are grouped
into a conversation-like folder. Tap a thread to view all messages you had with a
certain number or a group.
Delete a thread / message
To erase a message tap and hold a specific message Delete.
To erase an entire thread, tap and hold a thread select conversation/s to erase
tap
Connect to a wireless network to browse Internet.
Swipe down Notifications panel
Tap
Wi-Fi
to display available networks.
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If network connection is successful, the icon will appear on the status
bar.Some Wi-Fi networks are secured and may prompt you to enter a password
before access. Enter the correct security password and tap “Connect.”
Browser
To surf the Internet on your phone,go to
Tap the address bar type in desired URL GO
: To change the homepage,Menu Settings General Set Homepage
choose from options.
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- select all
Tap to access more functions, such as bookmarks, history and others
Tap to view all active browsers.
To bookmark a page, tap
To open new tab, tap +
Capture and View Photo or Video
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This mobile phone is equipped with a digital camera that lets you take photos and
videos whenever and wherever you like. To capture images, go to
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Capturing an Image
4. Main Menu
Aim the phone at the subject, and then tapto take a shot.
- view recently captured image
- Switch to front camera
Swipe the panel on the left side of the screen to adjust settings.
- Panorama
Tap for more camera settings
Capturing a Video
On Camera mode, tap
Aim the phone at the subject.
To start/stop recording, select.
- switch to front camera.
The Main Menu displays all the applications your phone has. You may access the
Main menu by tapping on the Menu icon [] from the Home Screen.
Browser
Please see “Browser”.
Calculator
This mobile phone is equipped with a calculator to facilitate simple computations
using the 4 basic functions. Tapon the Calculator’s interface and an advanced
panel will pop up for more complex calculations. Enter the numbers using
on-screen keyboard and choose the desired operation. Tap for corrections and
to get the output.
- launch settings.
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Calendar
The calendar application shows the current date/month, and lets you organize your
schedule by allowing you to add, edit, delete and view
events. You may also add appointments and notes as
reminders. Go to . Tap for options.
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Camera
File Manager
Please see “Capture and View Photo or Video”
Clock
This function shows the current time and date, and gives you access to the alarm
clock. Go to
+
Tap to edit alarms.To add new alarm, tap
Downloads
This allows you to view a list of downloaded files and apps stored in the internal
storage, and those currently being downloaded. To manage Downloads, go to
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Email
You can send and receive e-mails on your phone. Tap set up an
The File Manager lets you view, open and manage the data saved in your phone
and Memory card. Go to choose from Phone Storage / SD Card.
- New folder
- Search item
- display options
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You may also press and hold a folder or file for further options.
FM Radio
To listen to the radio, go to .
- view channel list on/off
- search the channel list
- Fine tune channel
- Display options: Search, Speaker,and Record FM
: A headset must be connected for the FM radio to work.Press side keys to
adjust volume.
account by entering an existing email address and
password.
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Gallery
Music
To view captured images, recorded video clips, and downloaded images, go to
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Click on a thumbnail to open an album.
Tap and hold an image to share (via Messaging, Bluetooth, Email), delete or view
details.
Tap to display other settings.
Use the Music to play music and audio files. Go to .
The songs are categorized into tabs: Artists, Albums and Songs. To create a
playlist, press & hold chosen song Add to Playlist.
- displays playlist
- shuffles tracks
- repeats playback
/ - plays previous or next track
/ - play/pause song
Messaging
This menu allows you to read, compose, send and receive messages. The screen
icon displayed in standby mode refers to received and unread messages. Tap
from the Home Screen to access. On the Messaging interface, tap
options. For related information, refer to “Messaging”.
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People
This menu refers to the directory where all the contacts are stored in alphabetical
order. You can view, edit, delete, send messages and perform various other
functions on each contact in your phonebook. The People menu allows you to
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store, locate and view your saved contacts. Aside from these, People also allows
Received call
you to copy, edit and delete a contact.
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You can also send SMS / MMS or call a contact directly from People, as well
as store several details (e-mail, pictures, phone numbers, etc.) for each contact if
saved in the phone’s memory.
For related information, see ‘Manage Contacts’
To import contacts from email to phone or the other way around
Go to .
Tap Import/Export.
Select where to import and export Next
Mark contacts to import/export Copy.
Outgoing call
Missed call
send message
view contact details
To clear log, tap Delete select call to be deleted OK
For further settings, tap Settings Call Settings
This lets you manage you phone’s Voice call such as other Settings(message
templates sent).
Search
This function lets you search for any file you wish to find be it stored in your
phone’s messages, apps, music folder, contacts, or the Web.
Phone
The Phone menu has three tabs. The Dialer, Call Log and Contacts tabs. To
access this, tap on the Home Screen.
The Dial tab directs you to the dial pad where you can make calls. Please refer to
“Make a Call” for related information.The Call Log tab gives you access to your
phone’s call history. To view this, tap the Call Log tab at the top part of the screen,
and your call logs will be listed. Go to.Touch number to call and view call
details.
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Go to . Type your search on the search bar and tap.
: Another way to search: On the Home Screen, tap and type query. Tap
to start search.
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Please make sure that your phone’s Wi-Fi connection if you wish to search for
something on the Internet.
SIM ToolKit (STK)
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Go
The features of your STK are offered by your service provider. If your SIM card
Tap to share on Youtube,Picasa, Messaging, Bluetooth, Google+, Email
supports the STK feature, you will see the STK menu. You may contact your
network service provider for more information regarding the STK. To access, tap
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Sound Recorder
Record sound and other audio files on your phone by going to . Tap
to start recording and press to stop recording. To play the recently recorded
sound, press ►. After playback, you may opt to discard or save the recorded file.
To view the recorded files, tap
and Gmail.
5.
Settings
Under
Wireless & Networks:
Wi-Fi
This allows you to switch your phone’s Wi-Fi capability ON or OFF.
Check the Wi-Fi network by looking at the icon in the status bar.
Mobile Data
This allows you to switch your SIM card’s capability to transfer data ON or OFF.
Charges may apply.
Video Player
This displays and lets you view all video files stored in your phone and in your
Memory Card. To access, tap tap a video to Play.
To Pause/Play, just tap on the video.
Tap Stop to stop playback.
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Bluetooth
Switch the Bluetooth function ON so you may establish wireless connection with
other compatible devices with the Bluetooth technology. The Bluetooth may be
used to send and receive different kinds of files. With the Bluetooth technology you
may establish wireless connection with a compatible PC to enhance
communication.
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communication technology. Phones or other
devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information wirelessly within a
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distance of about 10 meters. The Bluetooth devices must be paired before the
function, when turned ON, disables all wireless connection to any network.
communication is performed.
Tap > Click next to the Bluetooth menu to turn it on,
When Bluetooth is on, the icon will appear in the status bar.
Tap Bluetooth. Your phone will show all visible Bluetooth devices in range.
Tap the device you want to pair with and operate according to the message
prompt.
When the owner of the device to be paired accepts the connection, the pairing is
completed.
TIPS: Tap your device name to make your phone discoverable if other devices try
to pair with your phone.
Data Usage
However, with the airplane mode, you can make use other functions of your device
such as playing music, watching videos and capturing images and videos.
VPN
This allows you to set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Tap Add
VPN to set up a VPN connection via the following settings:
• Add PPTP VPN
: Set up a connection to a VPN with Point-to-Point tunneling
protocol.
• Add L2TP VPN
• Add L2TP/IPSec PSK VPN
: Set up a connection to a VPN with Layer 2 tunneling protocol.
: Set up a connection to a VPN with pre-shared
key-based Layer 2/IPsec tunneling protocol.
• Add L2TP/IPSec CRT VPN
: Set up a connection to a VPN with Certificate-based
This lets you monitor your data usage per month. Switch ON the mobile data
usage function so you can monitor your mobile usage per month. You may also
opt to set a limit on your mobile data usage.
: Your phone’s calculations may differ from the accounting of your mobile
network service provider. It is not advisable to rely
solely
on the phone’s
calculations.
Airplane Mode
It is also known as the “Flight Mode,” which is advisable when riding aircrafts. This
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Layer 2/IPsec tunneling protocol.
: You must set a lock screen pattern before you can use credential storage. To
set up a lock screen pattern, settings, go to
Lock
choose lock method.
Security Screen
Tethering and Portable Hotspot
Tethering is a method for connecting a computer or other devices to the Internet
via an Internet-capable mobile phone, such as this one. It will share your phone’s
connection, making it a WLAN hotspot; however, network charges may apply, and
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you cannot use your phone’s W-Fi capability when it is working as a hotspot. Go to
In this sub-menu, you can change the settings for the phone’s Lock screen
More Tethering and Portable Hotspot.
: For further information, go to
Tethering and Portable Hotspot Help.
Disable the Wi-Fi Hotspot
Tap
More Tethering & portable hotspot un-tick the
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot check box.
Mobile Networks
The Mobile Networks Settings lets you control the settings of your subscriptions,
and data settings as well. It also lets you enable or disable access over mobile
networks and connect or disconnect to data services when roaming.