Pantech Perception User Guide
Pantech Perception User Guide
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Pantech Perception™
User Guide
This smartphone’s stylish design and
careful craftsmanship showcase a
vast range of advanced, convenient
and cutting-edge features. Our
state-of-the-art technology turns an
otherwise simple smartphone into a
comprehensive communication and
lifestyle tool.
This user guide has important
information to help maximize your
Perception experience.
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Table of Contents
Read This First 9
Legal Notices ..........................................................................................................................9
Getting Started 11
Overview .............................................................................................................................. 11
Inserting the SIM card, microSD Card and Battery
Charging the Battery
Elementary Controls
Turning the Smartphone On and Off
Initial Setup
Locking and unlocking the Smartphone
Securing the Smartphone
On-screen Buttons .................................................................................................... 20
Finger Gestures
Hand Motions
Rotating the Screen
Using the Speed Dialpad
Geomagnetic Compass
Signing Up for a Google Account
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Basic Operations 29
Status Icons..........................................................................................................................29
Mode change
Standard Mode...................................................................................................................35
Home Screen
Apps Screen
Notifications
Starter Mode
Home Screen
Apps Screen
Notifications
Networking
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
Tethering or Mobile Hotspot
Pairing with a Bluetooth Device
Wi-Fi Direct
Transferring Files via USB Connection
Exchanging Data via NFC
Net Media
Location-Based Services
Emergency Call .................................................................................................................58
Capturing a Screenshot
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Calling & Messaging 59
Phone .....................................................................................................................................59
Phone Calls
Phone Settings
Voice Dialer
People
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Messaging
Entering Text
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Internet 69
Browser .................................................................................................................................69
Browser Interface
Viewing Webpages
Bookmarks
Browser Settings
Email.......................................................................................................................................77
Gmail
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Talk
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Google+
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Media Center 88
Camera .................................................................................................................................. 88
Taking Photos
Taking Videos
Videos
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Playing Videos
Managing Videos
Gallery
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Viewing Pictures
Managing Pictures
Editing Pictures
Music
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Playing Music
Managing Songs
Playlists........................................................................................................................108
Sleep Mode
Music Settings
Mini App
Play Music...........................................................................................................................111
Playing Music
YouTube
IMDb.....................................................................................................................................113
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Menu Functions 114
Amazon ..............................................................................................................................114
Amazon Kindle
Purchasing Books
Reading Books
Alarm/Clock
Alarm
World Time
Timer
Stopwatch
Audible
Purchasing Audiobooks
Listening to Audiobooks
Camnote
Finger Gestures
Camnote Settings
Taking a Picture
Editing a Picture
Managing Pictures
Calculator
Calendar
Managing Events
Calendar Settings
Tasks
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Document Viewer
Viewing Documents
Managing Documents
Downloads
Maps
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Play Store
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Google ................................................................................................................................135
Smart Voice
Task Manager
Voice Recorder
Weather
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Settings 141
Mode change ............................................................................................................141
Personalization
Wireless & Networks
Airplane mode
Wi-Fi..............................................................................................................................144
Bluetooth....................................................................................................................144
Data usage
Call settings
More
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Device
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Sound
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Display
Motion recognition
Storage
Battery and Power saver
Applications manager
Personal
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Location access
Security
Language & input
Backup & reset
Accounts
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Backup Assistant Plus
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Accounts & sync .......................................................................................................156
System
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Date & time
Accessibility
Developer options
About phone
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Appendix 160
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................160
Cautions when Using External Memory Cards
Updating the Software
End User License Agreement (EULA)
Safety Information
Safety Information for Wireless Handheld Phones..............................................168
Safety Information for FCC RF Exposure
SAR Information
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) for wireless telecommunication devices......
Teletypewriter (TTY) Devices
FDA Consumer Updates................................................................................................178
FCC compliance information
12-month limited warranty
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Note
The smartphone is under continuous development. Due to changes or
improvements, some description in this guide may differ slightly from
the actual product.
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Read This First
Legal Notices
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Google™, YouTube™, Picasa™, Gmail™, Google Maps™ and Play Store™ are
trademarks of Google, Inc.
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) technology targets
home networks, proximity networks and networks
in small businesses and commercial buildings. It
enables data communication between any two
devices under the command of any control device
on the network. UPnP technology is independent
of any particular operating system, programming
language, or network technology.
Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)
You will find the DLNA Certified™ logo on all kinds
of new digital devices for your home and on the
go—TVs, PCs, mobile phones, you name it. But
they aren’t the same TVs, PCs and mobile phones
you’re used to. They may look familiar, but they
have new capabilities of DLNA Device Classes.
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
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Dolby® Digital Plus
Dolby® Digital Plus is a trademark of Dolby
Laboratories. It is an advanced surround sound
audio codec. From home theaters and PCs to
mobile phones and online streaming, Dolby
Digital Plus defines high-fidelity audio.
Visit www.dolby.com for more information.
About DivX video
DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX,
LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an
official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX
video. Visit www.divx.com for more information
and software tools to convert your files into DivX
videos.
About DivX Video-On-Demand
This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased
DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code,
locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com
for more information on how to complete your registration.
DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium
content.
DivX®, DivX Certified®, and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi
Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under licence.
Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents:
7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274
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Getting Started
Overview
Earpiece
Volume keys
Proximity Sensor
Front camera
Touchscreen
Microphone
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Micro USB/
Charger port
Power/Lock key
Headset jack
Rear cameraSpeaker
Flash
NFC touch point
SIM Card Slot
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microSD Card Slot
Inserting the SIM card, microSD Card and
Battery
Insert the SIM card provided by the wireless carrier and the battery.
Use a microSD card to expand available file storage. The microSD card is sold
separately.
1. If the smartphone is on, press and hold the Power/Lock key and choose
Power off to turn it off.
2. Remove the battery cover. Use the groove at the bottom of the
smartphone to lift the cover from the smartphone.
3. Position the microSD a nd SIM cards wi th the logos facing up and slid e
them into place until they are full y inserted.
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4. Insert the battery into the battery compartment with the contacts
aligned.
5. Replace the cover. Insert the top of the cover, press the sides into place,
and then press the bottom into place.
Removing the SIM Card
1. Turn off the phone and remove the battery cover and battery.
2. Locate the SIM Card slot and gently pull the SIM Card out to remove it.
Note
A Subscriber Identity Module (SIM Card) is a “smartcard” that houses
personal information, such as your mobile phone number, calling plan,
and account information, such as contacts, text messages, and call
history. The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE SIM Card is compatible with any
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE certified device. The 4G LTE SIM Card can move
from one device to another and your wireless service will support the
services that are compatible with your new device. To see which devices
are compatible with the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE SIM Card, visit
http://www.verizonwireless.com/certifieddevice.
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Removing the microSD card
Before removing the microSD card, first unmount it for safe removal.
Go to Apps > Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Storage > Unmount SD card
Push the microSD card until it is disengaged from the slot, and pull it out.
Charging the Battery
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the Micro USB/Charger port.
2. Insert the other end of the USB cable into the power adapter.
3. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet to begin charging.
A computer can be also used to charge the smartphone by connecting via
the USB cable.
Caution
Avoid acts that may cause the battery to explode or catch fire.
• Do not disassemble, bend, crush, puncture or shred the battery.
• Do not dip the battery in water or other liquids.
• Do not short (connect) the contacts on the battery with a metallic
object.
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Elementary Controls
Turning the Smartphone On and Off
Press and hold the Power/Lock key for a few seconds until the screen lights
up. To turn the Smartphone off, press and hold the Power/Lock key, then tap
Power off in the pop-up menu that appears.
Initial Setup
When the smartphone is activated for the first time, the setup wizard guides
users through the initial setup process. At each step, make a choice or skip
the step:
• Interface language: Select a language for the interface. This can be
changed later under Apps > Settings > Language & input > Language.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Language & input >
Language
• Backup service: Subscribe to Verizon’s Backup Assistant Plus service. This
service keeps a copy of the smartphone’s contacts on Verizon’s server, in
case the phone is lost or stolen. If skipped during setup, this service can
be activated later under Apps > Settings > Backup Assistant Plus.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Backup Assistant Plus
• Email: Enter the relevant email service provider and other login data
necessary to open an account using the Email app. If skipped during
setup, this can be performed later under Apps > Settings >
Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Accounts & sync >
ADD ACCOUNT
• Location services: This feature requires user consent. Location services
keep track of the precise location of the smartphone and allow certain
apps to access this data. This presents some security risks. If skipped
during setup, this can be activated later under Apps > Settings >
Location access.
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In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > Wireless & network > GPS or Apps
> Settings > System > Location access
• Interface mode: Select Starter mode or Standard mode. Standard
mode is selected by default. This can be changed under Apps > Settings
> Mode change. See "Mode change" on page 34 for details about
interface modes.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > Mode & application > Mode
change or Apps > Settings > System > Mode change
• Help: A couple of help videos are available. Watch the videos for easier
understanding about the smartphone’s basics.
• Google account: A Google account is necessary to maximize the
utility of this phone’s many features. If skipped during setup, this can
be activated later under Apps > Settings > Accounts & sync > ADD
ACCOUNT.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Accounts & sync > ADD
ACCOUNT
• Google location: You can set to use Wi-Fi location or let Google apps
access your location. If skipped during setup, this can be activated later
under Apps > Settings > Location access.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Location access
The Setup Wizard app can be run any time to initialize this process again.
This app can be also found under Apps.
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Locking and unlocking the Smartphone
When not in use, lock the smartphone to prevent unwanted operation.
Pressing the Power/Lock key turns the screen off and puts the smartphone
in lock mode.
The smartphone automatically locks if it is not used for a specified period.
Go to Apps > Settings > Display > Screen timeout, then set the length of
time that the smartphone waits before locking.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > Display > Brightness > Screen timeout
or Apps > Settings > System > Display > Screen timeout
To unlock the Smartphone, press the Power/Lock key to turn the screen on,
then swipe the lock icon
Note
The direction in which to drag the lock icon varies depending on the
lock screen type. Several types of lock screens are available. Refer to
"Screen lock" on page 141 for details.
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Securing the Smartphone
Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information
stored in the smartphone by using the available security features.
Go to Apps > Settings > Security > Screen lock or Apps > Settings >
Personalization > Screen lock > Select screen lock.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > Mode & application > Screen lock
> Select screen lock or Apps > Settings > System >
Personalization > Screen lock > Select screen lock
Unlocking with the Slide
Choose Slide.
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Unlocking with the Visual lock
Choose Visual lock. It is set by default.
Unlocking with the Modern lock
Choose Modern.
Unlocking with the Simple lock
Choose Simple lock. The lock option is available only in Starter mode.
Unlocking with the User’s Face
Choose Face unlock. Stare at the front camera and put the user’s face in the
dotted oval on screen. The oval turns green when the face is successfully
recognized. Set a pattern or PIN in case the phone fails to recognize the face.
Unlocking with a Pattern
Choose Pattern, draw a pattern by connecting four or more dots, and then
redraw the pattern for confirmation.
Unlocking with a PIN
Choose PIN
, enter at least four numbers, and then re-enter the password for
confirmation.
Unlocking with a Password
Choose Password, enter at least four letters, including numbers and
symbols, and then enter the password again for confirmation.
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On-screen Buttons
Use the three permanent on-screen buttons that appear at the bottom of
the screen to navigate between screens.
A
Back Return to the previous screen.
B
Home Return to the Home screen
Recent
C
Apps
Menu Icon
The Menu icon D appears on the top or bottom of the screen when a menu
is available. Each application and screen has a different set of menu options,
and they can only be viewed using the Menu icon.
Display recently-used apps. Scroll through the list to see
more apps, and tap an app entry to reactivate it. To clear
an app entry from the list, slide it left or right.
Menu icon
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Menu icon
Finger Gestures
Tapping
To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to
type a letter using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.
Tapping and Holding
Actions such as dragging or scrolling requires a tap-and-hold action. To
perform this action, touch the screen with a finger and keep touching the
screen until the action is complete.
Dragging
To move an icon or thumbnail to a new location, tap and hold it, then drag it
to the target position.
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Double-tapping
Double-tap quickly on a webpage, map or picture to zoom in. Double-tap
again to return.
Flicking
Swipe quickly left, right, up, or down to navigate on many screens or within
many apps.
Pinching
Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map or picture to zoom in. Pinch
together to zoom out.
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Hand Motions
Simple hand motions allow easy control of the smartphone when your
hands are busy, such as driving or wearing gloves. Before using hand
motions, make sure the option for this feature is enabled.
Go to Apps > Settings, then tap the OFF switch to turn on Motion
recognition. Tap Motion recognition to view and select sub-options to use
by checking the box beside each item.
It is also possible to turn on and off the motion recognition feature using the
Notifications panel when in Standard mode.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Motion recognition.
Note
• The front camera is used to sense motions.
• The interval between a hand and the lens should be under 2 to 8
inches.
• Using the motion recognition feature might drain significant amounts
of power.
• A hand motion may not be properly recognized depending on the
user’s hand size and ambient brightness.
• When the screen is off, motions cannot be recognized.
Front camera
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Sweeping
When using the Messaging, Music or Gallery app, sweep a hand to the left or
right over the screen to view the previous or next message, song or picture.
Motion recognition is disabled in interactive message screens.
Waving
Wave a hand twice or more over the screen to answer a call.
Go to Apps > Settings > Motion recognition > Receive voice call.
To use the speakerphone, select Speakerphone usage then Use speaker
phone.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Motion recognition >
Receive voice call
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Covering
When using the Music app, cover the screen with a palm to pause or resume
playback.
When using Gallery, cover the screen for a second to start or stop the
slideshow.
Rotating the Screen
Many apps allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating
the smartphone causes the display to automatically adjust to fit to the new
screen orientation.
To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the Notifications
panel and turn off Auto rotate. Alternatively, go to Apps > Settings >
Display > Auto-rotate screen.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > Display > > Auto-rotate screen or
Apps > Settings > System > Display >
Auto-rotate screen
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Using the Speed Dialpad
The normal dialpad can transform into the speed dialpad by simply tilting or
flipping the smartphone. To activate this feature, open Phone, tap D > Call
Settings > Dialpad gesture, and then choose Motion-tilt or Motion-flip.
• Motion-tilt: With this option chosen, tilt the smartphone back to display
the speed dialpad, and tilt forward to return to the normal dialpad.
• Motion-flip: With this option chosen, shake the smartphone back and
forth to switch between the normal dialpad and the speed dialpad.
Open Phone and tilt or flip the smartphone to view the speed dialpad. To
set a speed-dial number, tap a blank key and select a phone number from
the contacts list. Tapping a key makes a call to the contact associated with
the key.
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Geomagnetic Compass
Many apps, including Maps and user-installed games, use the built-in
geomagnetic compass for accurate directions. If it seems not to work
properly, wave the smartphone in a figure 8 pattern. There is no setting
menu associated with this. Just follow the on-screen instruction to fix the
geomagnetic compass’ occasional malfunctions.
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Signing Up for a Google Account
A Google account is necessary to maximize this smartphone’s usefulness.
• Google services rely on a Google account for contacts, and email and
the calendar.
• An account is necessary to buy free or paid apps from Play Store.
To sign up for a new account, go to Apps > Settings > Accounts & sync >
ADD ACCOUNT > Google > New. Otherwise, choose Existing instead of
New to sign in with an existing account.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > Accounts & sync > ADD
ACCOUNT > Google > New
Enter the account information:
• Provide a first and last name for the account user.
• Add a username, which will also be used as a Gmail address. If the
username is already taken, select one of the alternates suggested or
enter a new one.
• Enter a password of 8 letters or more.
• Add an email address and a security question, used to recover the
password if the password is lost.
• Agree to the terms.
• Tap Sync Contacts to sync the smartphone’s contacts list with the
Google account’s contacts. This provides a convenient backup if the
smartphone is lost or stolen.
Note
The menu items for Google applications may be changed after the
automatic application update.
28 Getting Started
Basic Operations
Status Icons
The icons displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen provide
information about the smartphone’s status.
Status bar
Go to Apps > Settings > About phone > Icon glossary to get more
information about and to see other status icons.
In Starter mode: Apps > Settings > System > About phone > Icon glossary
Error
Gmail has arrived
Updates available in Play Store
Screen shot is saved
Battery status: Charging
Battery status: Fully charged
Battery status: Empty
Battery status: Remaining battery life
Battery status: Connected to an unknown power supply
Connected to a Wi-Fi network
Connected to Wi-Fi Direct
Verizon Wi-Fi AP connected and authentication succeeded
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