G8 Quick Start Guide
For more information You can find the regulatory information on the device itself. Read the Quick Start Guide included with your device. To view it, touch Settings > About phone > Regulatory information. Go to http://consumer.huawei.com/en/ to download the user guide for your device (including safety information) and read the FAQ, privacy policy, and other information. Go to Settings > About phone > Legal information to read the legal information. Please visit http://consumer.huawei.
Your phone at a glance Before you start, let's take a look at your new phone. Press and hold the power button to turn your phone on or off. • To forcibly restart your phone, press and hold the power Flash Camera Fingerprint scanner Earpiece button until your phone vibrates. Headset jack Status indicator Light sensor Front camera Volume button • It is recommended that you use the Huawei headset that comes with your phone for better audio quality and to ensure that the headset functions properly.
Getting started Follow the instructions in the following figures to set up your phone. Do not insert or remove a SIM card while your phone is on. 1 2 3 dual SIM cards single SIM card Please exercise caution when using the SIM ejector pin to avoid hurting your fingers or damaging your phone. Store your pin in a safe place out of the reach of children to prevent them from swallowing it or injuring themselves by accident.
Locking and unlocking the screen Press the power button to lock the screen. If your phone is idle for a specified period of time, the screen will automatically lock itself. If the screen is off, press the power button to turn it on. Slide your finger in any direction to unlock the screen. Flick up from the bottom of the lock screen to access the quick operation panel for one-touch optimization or to open commonly used applications, such as Calculator.
Calling and messaging Touch to make a call using the dialer. You can also touch a phone number in your contacts, or a number in a message, email, web page, or other source to place a call. Touch to send a text or multimedia message. You can save photos, audio clips, videos, and other attachments from received multimedia messages.
Camera Touch . Frame the scene you want to capture. Let your camera focus automatically or touch the screen to focus on a specific object. Then touch to take a photo. Swipe left or right to switch between different capture modes. Time-lapse mode lets you record the slow transformation of objects or scenes, such as a blooming flower or the setting sun.
Internet connection You can access the Internet over Wi-Fi or a mobile data network. Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel. Touch to turn on mobile data. Touch and hold to go to the Wi-Fi settings screen. Turn on WiFi and connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Backing up data Touch . Touch to open the settings menu. You can set how often you want to back up your data by following the onscreen instructions. Touch and select the data that you want to back up, such as your contacts, messages, and photos. Then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the backup.
Phone manager Touch . You can quickly scan your phone for potential risks with one touch. Follow the onscreen instructions to use one-touch optimization, or manually clean the system storage and manage your applications. Touch the options on the screen to clean your system trash, set the harassment filter, activate power saving mode, manage your applications' notification permissions, and more.
Screen off gestures Touch and then screen off gestures. . Turn on When the screen is off, you can turn it on or open an app using a predefined gesture.
One-hand layout Swipe the navigation bar to the left or right to adjust the screen display area so that you can use the phone with one hand. When in the dialer, contacts, messages, or email app, swipe down on the screen to access the content on the top of the screen with one hand.
Safety information This section contains important information about the operation of your device. It also contains information about how to use the device safely. Read this information carefully before using your device. •Some wireless devices may affect the performance of hearing aids or pacemakers. Consult your service provider for more information.
•Exposure to high volumes while driving may cause distraction and increase your risk of an accident. Areas with flammables and explosives •Do not use the device where flammables or explosives are stored (in a gas station, oil depot, or chemical plant, for example). Using your device in these environments increases the risk of explosion or fire. In addition, follow the instructions indicated in text or symbols.
•Do not use your device during thunderstorms to protect your device against any danger caused by lightning. •Ideal operating temperatures are 0 °C to 35 °C. Ideal storage temperatures are -20 °C to 45 °C. Extreme heat or cold may damage your device or accessories. •Do not expose your device to direct sunlight (such as on a car dashboard) for prolonged periods. •To protect your device or accessories from fire or electrical shock hazards, avoid rain and moisture.
•The device and its accessories are not intended for use by children. Children should only use the device with adult supervision. Accessories •Using an unapproved or incompatible power adapter, charger or battery may cause fire, explosion or other hazards. •Choose only accessories approved for use with this model by the device manufacturer. The use of any other types of accessories may void the warranty, may violate local regulations and laws, and may be dangerous.
•Connect the device only to products with the USB-IF logo or with USB-IF compliance program completion. Battery safety •Do not connect battery poles with conductors, such as keys, jewelry, or other metal materials. Doing so may short-circuit the battery and cause injuries or burns. •Keep the battery away from excessive heat and direct sunlight. Do not place it on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode if overheated.
•If the device standby time shortens significantly, replace the battery. •The device has a built-in, non-removable battery. Do not attempt to remove the battery, otherwise the device may be damaged. To replace the battery, take the device to an authorized service center. Cleaning and maintenance •Keep the device and accessories dry. Do not attempt to dry it with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or hair dryer. •Do not expose your device or accessories to extreme heat or cold.
•If the device screen is broken in a collision, immediately stop using the device. Do not touch or attempt to remove the broken parts. Promptly contact an authorized service center. Emergency calls The availability of emergency calls is subject to your cellular network quality, service provider policy, and local laws and regulations. Never rely solely on your device for critical communications like medical emergencies.
organization, and include safety measures designed to ensure the safety of all users, regardless of age and health. The Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is the unit of measurement for the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body when using a device. The SAR value is determined at the highest certified power level in laboratory conditions, but the actual SAR level during operation can be well below the value.
This device may be restricted for use, depending on the local network. Restrictions in the 2.4 GHz band: Norway: This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund. FCC Regulatory Compliance Body worn operation The device complies with RF specifications when used near your ear or at a distance of 1.5 cm from your body. Ensure that the device accessories, such as a device case and device holster, are not composed of metal components.
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Personal Information and Data Security The use of some functions or third-party applications on your device could result in your personal information and data being lost or becoming accessible to others. Several measures are recommended to help you protect personal and confidential information. •Place your device in a safe area to prevent it from unauthorized use. •Set your device screen to lock and create a password or unlock pattern to open it.
•Some applications require and transmit location information. As a result, a third-party may be able to share your location information. •Your device may provide detection and diagnostic information to third-party application providers. Third party vendors use this information to improve their products and services. Legal Notice Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. 2015. All rights reserved.
Trademarks and Permissions Notice , , and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Some features of the product and its accessories described herein rely on the software installed, capacities and settings of local network, and therefore may not be activated or may be limited by local network operators or network service providers. Android™ is a trademark of Google Inc. LTE is a trade mark of ETSI.
party software and applications. Neither will Huawei provide support to customers who use third-party software and applications, nor be responsible or liable for the functions or performance of third-party software and applications. Third-party software and applications services may be interrupted or terminated at any time, and Huawei does not guarantee the availability of any content or service.
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Note: Remember the Google account your phone last logged in to. During an untrusted factory settings restoration or microSD card–based update, Google's anti-theft mechanism requires you to enter the Google account your phone last logged in to on the startup navigation screen for identity authentication. Your phone can properly power on only after the identity authentication passes. Model: HUAWEI RIO-L02 31010VED_01 For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
