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 NFC sensor area Earpiece Headset jack Status indicator Light sensor Front camera button until your phone vibrates.
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 4 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. Insert the SIM card into the correct card slot to ensure that it can Caution be recognized by the phone.
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 •Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance of 15 cm be maintained between a device and a pacemaker to prevent potential interference with the pacemaker. If using a pacemaker, hold the device on the side opposite the pacemaker and do not carry the device in your front pocket. This section contains important information about the operation of your device. It also contains information about how to use the device safely.
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 store or transport the device in containers with flammable liquids, gases, or explosives. Traffic security •Observe local laws and regulations while using the device.
•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. •Keep the device away from sources of heat and fire, such as a heater, microwave oven, stove, water heater, radiator, or candle.
•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.
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.
EU regulatory conformance Body worn operation The device complies with RF specifications when used 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. Keep the device away from your body to meet the distance requirement. Certification information (SAR) This device meets guidelines for exposure to radio waves. Your device is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver.
Statement Hereby, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For the declaration of conformity, visit the web site http://consumer.huawei.com/certification. The following marking is included in the product: 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.
The SAR limit adopted by the USA is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported to the FCC for this device type complies with this limit. The highest SAR value reported to the FCC for this device type when using at the ear is 1.18 W/kg, and when properly worn on the body is 0.87 W/kg, and when using the Wi-Fi hotspot function is 1.33 W/kg.
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.
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Note: Remember the Google account your phone last logged in to. The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. 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.
