ADVANCE L5 USER MANUAL 1
Table of Contents Safety Information ....................................................................................................... 4 Appearance and Key Function .................................................................................. 7 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 10 Call Functions ............................................................................................................
Gmail ........................................................................................................................... 23 Play Store.................................................................................................................... 24 Camera........................................................................................................................ 25 Music .................................................................................................................
Safety Information Please carefully read the terms below: Use Safely Do not use the phone in situations where it might cause danger. Transportation Safety Please observe all transportation laws and regulations. Please drive with both hands on the wheel. PLEASE DRIVE RESPONSIBLY - DO NOT TEXT AND DRIVE Hospital Safety Please follow hospital rules and limitations. Please turn off your mobile phone when near medical instruments. Airport Safety Remember to follow all airport and flight safety regulations.
Temperature Warning Do not subject your phone to extreme temperature conditions. 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. In home screen, tap the phone key and dial the emergency number. Accessories and Batteries Use only Blu authorized batteries and accessories. Information Backup Remember to keep a written record of all important information.
- Do not expose batteries to extreme temperatures (below -8°C (18°F) or above 43°C (110°F). - Immediately stop using the battery if it produces an odor, cracks and leaks, overheats, distorts or has any other type of physical damage. - Avoid using the charger near or around liquids. If the charger comes in contact with water or any liquids, immediately unplug it from the outlet to reduce the risk of overheating, charger malfunction, electric shock or fire.
Appearance and Key Function 7
Front Camera Volume Power Home Back Menu 8
Rear Camera Flash Speaker 9
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. NB: Please contact your cellular phone service provider directly to obtain your SIM card. To insert SIM card: 1. Remove the rear cover. Insert the SIM card. 2. Insert the SD card. (For additional storage capacity) 3.
Power On and Off On - Please ensure the SIM card has been properly inserted into the phone. Long press the Power key to switch the phone on.
Off - In standby mode, long press on Power key until an options menu appears. Select Power Off in the menu and confirm in the pop-up prompt to switch off the phone. Security You may set a security lock feature as a security measure for the phone. For further information regarding password locks, password revision and other functions please enter into the security option in system settings. Call Functions At the dial keyboard, enter the phone number and then click the dial key.
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Call Logs Every telephone number called and received will be saved in the phones call log. All numbers in the call log can be dialed directly by clicking the dial icon on the screen. When the number appears on the list, click it to view details. To clear the call logs, press the menu key and select delete. You may remove one or multiple calls. Call Options There are different options that can be used in the call log and dialing interface.
Pending Notifications and Applications Quick Notification Settings Notification Settings The notification settings window provides shortcuts to different phone settings for quick access. Click on any of the shortcut notification icons to power on or off. Note: To clear notifications, drag down the notification bar and click the clear notification icon on the upper right hand part of the screen (3 horizontal lines).
Contacts Enter: Click on the applications menu and select contacts. The default display is the phone contacts. The contacts are organized alphabetically by default. After signing in to your Google account, Google contacts will be displayed in sync. Search Add Contact Click the Search icon to enter the contact search interface.
the contacts saved in the list will be shown in the search results. Add New Contact Click the add contact icon (+) to add contact. Save your contacts to your Google account. You may enter different contact details which include adding a picture, name, telephone number, group, address, and email among other options. Click to save contact.
Delete Contact Click on the Contacts icon to enter the phonebook. Click the menu key to access the Contacts menu. Click on Delete Contact and scroll to select which contact(s) you wish to delete. Note: You may also search for an individual contact in the phonebook. Once the contact is found click the contact name to enter the contact profile, press the menu key to bring up the contact menu and select delete to eliminate from the phonebook.
Click the attachment icon in the messaging interface. Click to add attachments and create an MMS message.
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology that devices can use to exchange information and connect to different types of devices which include headsets and other devices. Power on Bluetooth Settings » Connected devices and select to power on Bluetooth. The Bluetooth icon will appear in the notification bar. The Bluetooth will then start to scan for all devices within its range and will display all available devices in a list.
Note: The maximum detecting time of the phone is 2 minutes. List of available Bluetooth devices Power on Wi-Fi Settings » Network & Internet and select ON to power on Wi-Fi Click on the desired Wi-Fi network to be connected. Note: Unsecured networks can be connected to directly - secured networks require a password or credentials prior to connection.
List of available networks and the network connection screen 22
Gmail Gmail is Google’s free email service. To access the Gmail program, click the applications menu and click on the Gmail icon and either sign in with your existing account or create a new one. Note: In order to keep accounts streamlined with Google services, your Gmail account user name and password will be used for some Google programs which include: Google Play Store, Google Drive, Google +, Google Photos, and Google Wallet. The Gmail inbox is separated by default in three different categories.
Play Store Google Play allows you to download music, movies, and games directly to your device. To access the Google Play Store, click on the applications menu and then the Play Store icon.
Camera Prior to use: Insert SD card before using the camera or video camera. All photos or videos taken by the phone are typically stored in the memory card for large storage capacity of images and videos. Open Camera Click the Applications Menu » Camera → Switch to video mode if you want to record videos. Note: You may place a camera shortcut icon on any of the screens Take Pictures Aim the object that the picture will be taken. Press the Shutter button on the screen to capture image.
Slide right into camera Options Select between Camera & Video 26
Gallery Open Images Applications Menu » Gallery Pictures and videos are stored in separate albums 27
Share Pictures You may share pictures by sending them through different types of installed applications. You may also send pictures through the MMS message function by attaching a picture and also via Bluetooth. Adjust Image Press Menu and select edit to adjust images. You may select from different effects that may include: Vintage, Black and White, Instant, Latte, Litho, X-Process, Crop, Rotate, Mirror, Straighten, Vignette, Contrast, Exposure, Auto color, Shadows, and Vibrancy.
Track Controls Playback Options Song Status Search Music You may choose to search for music from media folder through artist name, song name, album name. The following formats are available: AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, and OGG.
FM Radio FM Radio Through this function, you may listen to FM radio on the device. The FM radio uses the wired headphones as an antenna in order to receive signal. Before using this function, connect the original equipment headphones that came with the phone. Open FM radio Press the FM Radio icon to open the application. Click to scan FM channels automatically then click to add any of your favorite radio stations.
Add Favorite Radio Stations Radio Options FM Radio as Background Click on the Home key to move the FM Radio to the background. Sound Recorder You may send any recorded audio via Bluetooth or MMS and also have the option to make any recorded audio the phones default ring tone. The recorder uses MP3,3GPP and AMR format.
Record Keep the phone’s microphone near the sound source. Click the record button to record the audio. Click the stop button to stop recording the audio. Recording Time Recording Controls Note: All recordings are typically saved in the SD card folder. Please ensure the SD card is installed prior to recording.
File Go The file manager allows you to organize your stored phone files conveniently and efficiently through one program.
The calendar helps keep track of your life’s most important moments in one application.
Alarm Clock Click on the Clock icon then click the alarm tab to enter the alarm clock interface. This option allows you to add and edit alarms.
Settings Wireless & Networks Wi-Fi • Settings » Wi-Fi to power on. When on, the Wi-Fi will automatically search for available networks. Any unsecured network can be used directly and any secured network requires a password or credentials prior to connection. Bluetooth • Power on Bluetooth. Once on, Bluetooth will automatically scan for any nearby open devices. • Click to connect device.
Device Audio Profiles This option sets the phone ring tone settings for receiving calls and notifications.
Personal Location • High Accuracy – Use GPS, Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks • Battery Saving – Use Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks • Device Only – Use GPS only to determine location Note: GPS is dependent on phone hardware. Security Set up basic screen locks: Use slide, pattern, PIN or password to lock the screen. • Pattern: The first time there will be simple unlock instructions and examples.
times, the SIM and PIN codes will be automatically locked. You will need the PUK code to unlock the phone which is available through your service provider. If you enter the PUK code incorrectly 10 times, the SIM card will be permanently locked.
Day-Month-Year and Year-Month-Day, and Year-Month-Day which is the default setting Schedule Power On & Off • Schedule power on and off Accessibility • Power button ends call and auto rotate screen • Speak Passwords and large text Printing • You may print files via Cloud Ready printers. (Please check Google Cloud Print website for printer compatibility information) Developer Options If the phone does not display Developer options press “build number” seven (7) times in the about phone tab in settings.
Storage Connect the phone with the USB cable provided. Once connected, a connection interface will appear. In the connection mode interface, select one of the available options to transfer files to your computer. You may select to transfer files through MTP.
Troubleshooting Below is a list of common problems that may occur when using your mobile phone. Try these easy troubleshooting steps to resolve any type of issues you may encounter. The phone does not power on Press and hold the power key until the startup sequence appears on the display. Check the battery level and ensure there is sufficient charge.
The standby time is too short Please keep in mind that standby time relates directly to phone usage (Internet, Text, Voice Calls, Maps, etc.). Batteries typically have to be replaced after a year of use. The phone cannot connect to the network (Voice or Data) Verify if you have active service with your service provider. Contact your local network service provider and verify if you are within its network coverage area.
settings and codes) The caller ID does not display on incoming calls Contact your local network service provider and verify you have the caller ID feature enabled on your account or verify if the caller may have blocked his number from appearing. The caller cannot leave a voicemail message Contact your local network service provider and verify if the voicemail service is active on your account or check if the network is busy.
FCC Regulations: This mobile phone 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 device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. RF Exposure Information (SAR) This mobile phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
The highest SAR value for the model phone as reported to the FCC when tested for use at the ear is 0.66W/kg and when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 0.99W/kg (Body-worn measurements differ among phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements.) While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement.
ISED Notice This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use at the ear is 0.66W/kg and when properly worn on the body is 0.99W/kg. This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in ISED RSS-102 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE 1528 and IEC 62209. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 1.
