USER GUIDE - Consumer Cellular

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USER GUIDE

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Thank you for choosing Consumer Cellular! We know you're excited to use your new Consumer Cellular Link, and this user guide will help you get familiar with it, so you can start using it as soon as possible. Each section includes instructions and pictures to make it easy to start using your device. If you would like to learn more, turn to the back of this guide, where you'll find the SUPPORT section. We're always happy to help you!

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Getting Started................................................................................... 7 Installing a microSDHCTM Card.......................................................................7 Removing the microSDHC Card and the nano-SIM Card.....................7 Charging the Battery........................................................................................ 8 Extending the Battery Life.............................................................................. 9 Powering Your Phone On/Off....................................................................... 9 Getting to Know Your Phone........................................................................10 Key Functions....................................................................................................12 Getting to Know the Home Screen............................................................14

Personalizing..................................................................................... 15 Changing the System Language................................................................15 Setting the Date and Time............................................................................15 Changing the Ringtone and Notification Sound....................................16 Turning System Sounds On/Off...................................................................16 Adjusting Volumes........................................................................................... 17 Switching to Vibration or Silent Mode...................................................... 17 Applying New Wallpapers.............................................................................18 Changing the Screen Brightness...............................................................18 Protecting Your Phone With a Screen Lock............................................19 Protecting Your Phone With Encryption...................................................19

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Knowing the Basics.......................................................................... 21 Phone Status Icons..........................................................................................21 Notification Icons........................................................................................... 22 External Display Icons.................................................................................. 22 Entering Text.....................................................................................................23 Opening and Switching Apps.....................................................................24

Connecting to Networks and Devices.............................................26 Connecting to Mobile Networks............................................................... 26 Connecting to Bluetooth? Devices...........................................................27 Connecting to Your Computer via USB.................................................. 29 Using the microSDHC Card as Portable Storage.................................30

Phone Calls....................................................................................... 31 Placing and Ending Calls...............................................................................31 Answering or Rejecting Calls......................................................................32 Using Real-Time Text (RTT)..........................................................................33 Working With the Call History.....................................................................35 Calling Your Contacts.................................................................................... 37 Checking Voicemail....................................................................................... 37 Using Options During a Call........................................................................38 Managing Multi-Party Calls..........................................................................39 Adjusting Your Call Settings........................................................................40

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Contacts............................................................................................45 Adding a New Contact..................................................................................45 Setting Up Your Own Profile.......................................................................45 Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts..........................................46 Working With Groups....................................................................................48 Searching for a Contact............................................................................... 50 Setting a Ringtone for a Contact.............................................................. 50 Joining Duplicate Contacts........................................................................ 50 Separating Contact Information..................................................................51

Messages........................................................................................... 52 Opening the Messaging Screen............................................................... 52 Sending a Message...................................................................................... 52 Replying to a Message.................................................................................53 Forwarding a Message.................................................................................53 Deleting Messages or Threads..................................................................54

Calendar............................................................................................55 Viewing Your Calendar and Events......................................................... 55 Creating an Event.......................................................................................... 56 Editing, Deleting, or Sharing an Event.................................................... 56 Changing Calendar Settings...................................................................... 56

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Camera.............................................................................................. 57 Capturing a Photo...........................................................................................57 Recording a Video..........................................................................................58 Customizing Camera Settings................................................................... 59

Gallery................................................................................................60 Opening the Gallery..................................................................................... 60 Working With Albums................................................................................... 60 Working With Pictures....................................................................................61 Playing Videos..................................................................................................61

Music.................................................................................................. 62 Viewing Your Music Library........................................................................ 62 Playing Music.................................................................................................. 62 Managing Playlists..........................................................................................64

Video..................................................................................................65 Opening the Video Library......................................................................... 65 Playing and Controlling Videos................................................................. 65 Deleting or Sharing Video Files................................................................ 66

FM Radio............................................................................................ 67 Scanning and Saving Channels.................................................................67 Listening to FM Radio....................................................................................67

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Other Options and Settings........................................................................68

Sound Recorder................................................................................69 Recording a Voice Memo............................................................................ 69 Playing a Voice Memo................................................................................. 69

More Apps......................................................................................... 70 Calculator..........................................................................................................70 Clock...................................................................................................................70 File Manager....................................................................................................72

Settings.............................................................................................. 73 Sound Profiles.................................................................................................. 73 Wireless & Networks..................................................................................... 73 Device................................................................................................................ 74 System................................................................................................................ 77

Troubleshooting................................................................................ 78

For Your Safety..................................................................................83 General Safety.................................................................................................83 FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR).........................................................84 FCC Regulations.............................................................................................85 Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Mobile Phones...86

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CTIA Requirements........................................................................................88 Distractions.......................................................................................................89 Product Handling........................................................................................... 90 Electrical Safety...............................................................................................94 Radio Frequency Interference................................................................... 95 Explosive Environments...............................................................................97

Specifications....................................................................................98

Support..............................................................................................99

Warranty.......................................................................................... 100

GETTING STARTED

INSTALLING A microSDHCTM CARD

Power off your phone before installing or removing the microSDHC card. 1. Place your finger in the slot at the lower left of the back

cover to lift and remove the cover. 2. If the battery is installed already, remove it. 3. Hold your microSDHC card with the metal contacts

facing down and slide it into the microSDHC card slot. 4. Install the battery. 5. Press the cover gently back into place until you hear a

click.

REMOVING THE microSDHC CARD AND THE nano-SIM CARD

1. With the phone powered off, open the back cover and remove the battery.

2. Press the soft block that keeps the cards in place and slide the nano-SIM card or the microSDHC card out.

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