Huawei Nokia 8 User Guide
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Do not attach any stickers to your memory card. Use only compatible memory cards approved by Nokia for use with this device. Incompatible cards may damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card. You can record high-definition videos. If recording to a memory card, for best performance, use a fast, high-quality microSD card from a well‑known manufacturer. The recommended microSD card class is 4 (32 Mbit/s (4 MB/s)) or higher. Insert the memory card 1 Use your fingernail to open the cover of the memory card slot. 2 Make sure the contact area of the memory card is facing down, and insert the card. Push the card in, until it locks into place.Get started 11
Remove the memory card 1 If the phone is switched on, press the power key, and select Remove [memory card name]. 2 Use your fingernail to open the cover of the memory card slot. 3 Push the card in, until it is released. 4 Pull the card out. ChargingAbout the battery Your phone has an internal, nonremovable, rechargeable battery. Use only Nokia approved chargers designated for this phone. You can also use a compatible USB data cable to charge your phone. Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device. To replace the battery, take the device to your nearest authorized service facility. Authorized retail points may also offer a battery replacement service. Important: Only qualified personnel or an authorized service facility should replace the battery. Unauthorized battery replacement may invalidate your warranty. When your phone is low on power, power save mode is activated. You may not be able to edit the settings of certain applications. To deactivate power save mode, press the power key , and select Deactivate power saving. Charge the battery Your battery has been partially charged at the factory, but you may need to recharge it before you can switch on your phone for the first time. 12 Get started
If the phone indicates a low charge, do the following: 1 2 You do not need to charge the battery for a specific length of time, and you can use the phone while it is charging. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator is displayed or before any calls can be made. If the battery has not been used for a long time, to begin charging, you may need to connect the charger, then disconnect and reconnect it. Tip: You can also use a compatible USB charger to charge your battery. Charge the battery over USB Battery low, but you dont have a charger with you? You can use a compatible USB cable to connect your phone to a compatible device, such as a computer. You can use USB charging when a wall outlet is not available. Data can be transferred while charging the device. The efficiency of USB charging power varies significantly, and it may take a long time for charging to start and the device to start functioning. You can use your phone while its charging.Get started 13
To avoid breaking the charger connector, be careful when connecting or disconnecting the charger cable. Antenna locations Avoid touching the antenna area while the antenna is in use. Contact with antennas affects the communication quality and may reduce battery life due to higher power level during operation. The antenna area is highlighted. 14 Get started
Attach the wrist strap Thread the wrist strap, and tighten it. Headset You can connect a compatible headset or compatible headphones to your phone. Do not connect products that create an output signal, as this may damage the device. Do not connect any voltage source to the Nokia AV connector. If you connect an external device or headset, other than those approved by Nokia for use with this device, to the Nokia AV connector, pay special attention to volume levels. Switch the phone on or off Switch on Press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates. Switch off Press and hold the power key .Get started 15
Use your phone for the first time Your phone guides you through the initial setup when you insert your SIM card and switch your phone on for the first time. To use Nokia services, create a Nokia account. You can also copy your contacts and other content from your previous phone. You can also subscribe to the My Nokia service, to receive helpful tips and tricks on how to make the most of your phone. To start an action, select . To skip an action, select . To create a Nokia account, you need an internet connection. For information about possible costs, contact your network service provider. If you cant connect to the internet, you can create an account later. If you already have a Nokia account, enter your username and password, and select . Tip: Forgotten your password? You can request it to be sent to you in a mail or text message. Use the Phone switch application to copy your content, such as: •Contacts •Messages •Pictures and videos •Personal settings When you set up your mail account, you can set your inbox to be displayed on your home screen, so you can easily check your mail. If you need to make an emergency call during the setup phase, press the menu key. Copy contacts or pictures from your old phone Want to copy important information from your previous compatible Nokia phone and start using your new phone quickly? Use the Phone switch application to copy, for example, contacts, calendar entries, and pictures to your new phone, free of charge. 16 Get started
Your previous phone needs to support Bluetooth. Select > Settings > Connectivity > Data transfer > Phone switch. 1 Select from the following: — Copy content from another phone. — Copy content to another phone. — Synchronize content between two phones. 2 Select the phone you want to connect to, and pair the phones. Bluetooth needs to be activated in both phones. 3 If the other phone requires a passcode, enter the passcode. The passcode, which you can define yourself, must be entered in both phones. The passcode in some phones is fixed. For details, see the user guide of the other phone. The passcode is valid only for the current connection. 4 Select the content and OK. If your previous Nokia phone does not have the Phone switch application, your new phone sends it in a message using Bluetooth. To install the application, open the message in your previous phone, and follow the instructions. Tip: You can also use the Phone switch application to copy content from other phones later. Use the user guide in your phone Your phone has a built-in user guide. Its always with you, available when needed. Select > User guide. Open the user guide from an application Select > User guide. This is not available for every application.Get started 17
Search the user guide When the user guide is open, select > Search, and enter a letter or a word in the search field. Open an application from the user guide Select the application link in a topic. To switch back to the user guide, press and hold the menu key, swipe left or right, and select the user guide. Links to related topics may be at the end of instructions. Tip: You also receive text messages and pop-up tips that give useful information about using your phone. To view the tips later, select > My Nokia. Install Nokia Suite on your computer With the Nokia Suite PC app, you can manage content on your phone, and keep it in sync with your compatible computer. You can also update your phone with the latest software, and download maps. A connection to the internet may be needed. For info about data costs, contact your network service provider. Download the latest version of Nokia Suite from www.nokia.com/support to your computer. Install Nokia Suite using your phone 1 Connect your phone to your computer with a compatible USB cable. If you are using Windows XP or Windows Vista on your computer, set the USB mode of your phone to Mass storage. To set the USB mode on your phone, swipe down from the notification area, then select > Mass storage. Your phone mass memory and memory card are shown as removable disks on your PC. 2 On your computer, select Open folder to view files, then double-click the Nokia Suite installation file. If the installation window opens automatically, select Install Nokia Suite. 3 Follow the instructions shown on your computer. 4 When the installation is complete, if you are using Windows XP or Windows Vista on your computer, make sure the USB mode of your phone is Nokia Ovi Suite. To learn more about Nokia Suite, and to check which operating systems Nokia Suite works with, go to www.nokia.com/support. 18 Install Nokia Suite on your computer
Basic use Use the toolbar The toolbar at the bottom of the display helps you browse your phone easily. Open the main menu.Make a call. Return to the previous view.Search for applications.Open the options menu. Touch screen actions To interact with the user interface, tap or tap and hold the touch screen. Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or other sharp object on the touch screen. Open an application or other screen element Tap the application or element. Access functions quickly Tap and hold the item. A pop-up menu with available options opens. Example: To send an image or delete an alarm, tap and hold the image or alarm, and from the pop-up menu, select the appropriate option. Drag an item Tap and hold the item, and slide your finger across the screen.Basic use 19
Example: You can drag items on the home screen. Swipe Place a finger on the screen, and steadily slide your finger in the desired direction. Example: To switch to another home screen, swipe left or right. To scroll in a list or menu, slide your finger quickly up or down the screen, then lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen. Zoom in and out Place two fingers on an item, such as a map, picture, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or together. Tip: You can also tap the item twice. 20 Basic use