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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide BY MOTOROLA...
  • Page 3 DROID X by Motorola You can also flick your home screen left or right to DROID X by Motorola gives you a high quality imaging, see the Getting Started and Tips & Tricks widgets. video, and multimedia sharing experience. With its •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Your phone Contents Let’s go ........3 Touchscreen &...

  • Page 5: Let's Go

    Let’s go Caution: Please read the battery use and safety text in the important legal and safety information packaged let’s get you up and running with your phone. Assemble & charge Tip: To save battery life, see “Battery tips” on page 18. remove cover insert microSD (may Set up &...

  • Page 6: Touchscreen & Keys

    Touchscreen & keys you want, your phone shows every contact, in every groups. a few essentials Wi-Fi™ connect Touch tips If you want to use a Wi-Fi network for even faster Here are some tips on how to navigate around your >...
  • Page 7 Drag You can also zoom in or out by pinching your fingers together or moving them apart on the screen. To scroll through a list or 3 :00 PM Contacts: A-Z move slowly, drag across Contacts: All contacts the touchscreen. Try it: In Arthur Baudo the home screen, touch To zoom, touch...
  • Page 8 Key tips To change how long your phone waits before the screen goes to sleep automatically, press Menu Menu, home, & back > Settings > Sound & display > Screen timeout. Tip: To make the screen lock when it goes to sleep, use “Screen lock”...

  • Page 9: Quick Tips

    Quick tips Home screen If ever you’re not sure what to do next, try one of quick access to the things you need most these: Quick start: Home screen To... The home screen gives you all your latest information in one place. It’s what you see when you turn on the Get the details—Open a Touch the message,...
  • Page 10 Note: Your home screen might look a little different. be added to the home screen. Or, press Menu > Add > Shortcuts. You can flick the home screen left and right to see more panels, seven in all. You’ll have plenty of room for App tray adding shortcuts, widgets, and more.
  • Page 11 To search by voice, touch , then speak your mute call battery (charging) keyword(s) when prompted. speakerphone active battery (full charge) type your search, touch the search window, then enter your keyword(s) and touch Tip: To see today’s date, touch and hold the status bar at the top of the screen.

  • Page 12: Calls

    Calls In-call options it’s good to talk 3 :00 PM Quick start: Calls Active Call 00:12 Call Timer Kristine Kelley Dialing options Mobile (555) 555-7931 Chicago, IL Phone. From the home screen, touch Recent Calls List 11:35 Touch to open, End Call then touch an Touch to hang up.
  • Page 13 To use the speakerphone, touch Speaker. • touches. When you move your phone away from your ear, the display lights up again. Note: Using a mobile device or accessory while driving may cause distraction and may be illegal. Recent calls Always obey the laws and drive safely.

  • Page 14: Contacts

    Your phone number Contacts > Settings > About phone Find it: Menu contacts like you’ve never had before > Status > My Phone number Quick start: Contacts Emergency calls Contacts Find it: Note: Your service provider programs one or more emergency phone numbers (such as 911 or 112) that Contacts: A-Z you can call under any circumstances, even when your...
  • Page 15 Call or email contacts • To change how you view the list of contacts, flick left or right at the bottom of the screen to select Contacts Find it: History (recently used), A-Z (list without status), or For View contact, Call contact, Send text message, Status (list with status).

  • Page 16: Create Contacts

    Create contacts Groups Contacts > Menu > Add contact Contacts > Menu > Display group Find it: Find it: You can put your Contacts into groups that you create 3:00 PM (like “friends” , “family” , or “work”). Then, you can find Edit contact contacts faster by showing one group at a time.

  • Page 17: Text Entry

    Text entry Input methods keys when you need them To select an input method, touch and hold a text entry area on the screen to open the Edit text menu. Touch Input method, then touch the method you want: Touchscreen keyboard You can open a keyboard on your screen by touching a text field, or pressing and holding Menu .

  • Page 18: Typing Tips

    Swype™ text entry Tips: Swype lets you enter a word with one continuous • To enter apostrophes in common words (like “I’ll”), drag through the n as though it was an apostrophe. motion. To enter a word, just drag your finger over the letters in the word.
  • Page 19 • To change the language and the style for your To... touchscreen keyboard, touch Select locale. To change input method and settings, touch Swype Enter only capital letters, Touch Shift • or Multi-touch keyboard (see “Input methods” on until you press Shift twice.

  • Page 20: Tips & Tricks

    Tips & tricks • To turn off automatic applications sync, press > Settings > Data manager > Data Menu a few handy hints Delivery. General tips • To turn off Bluetooth power, press Menu > Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth. •...

  • Page 21: Digital Living

    Digital living Media Share Media Share gives you an easy way to share your connect and enjoy media content—photos, videos, and tunes—with Note: Copyright—do you have the right? Always follow friends and family. the rules. See “Content Copyright” in your legal and The Media safety information.
  • Page 22 Your Media Share world DLNA Note: If you’re using a Wi-Fi connection, you must DLNA lets you expand the ways you can enjoy your allow access to other devices to download media from photos and videos on a DLNA Certified HDTV or your phone and to share your files.If you want to monitor, using your own Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 23: Photos & Videos

    Photos & videos To select an HDMI format, press Menu > Settings > HDMI. see it, capture it, share it! Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI port on your Photos phone (see “Your phone” on page 2) to an HDMI port on the TV monitor.

  • Page 24: Face Detection

    You can also touch Launcher icon Tip: your photos, see “Share photos & videos” on Camera. > page 25. > Delete. • delete the photo, press Menu Touch to focus. > More.“Share • For more options, press Menu photos & videos” on page 25 8MP 536 Chicago, Enable location in...
  • Page 25 detects a face in the viewfinder and adjusts image • send the video in a message or post it online, > Share. For more info on sharing quality accordingly.) press Menu your videos, see “Share photos & videos” on Videos page 25.
  • Page 26 Effects—Change video look: Normal, Negative, • Touch an option for the photos or videos you want to Black and White, and more. access: Light—Turn a light on or off to adjust for the lighting • Gallery Photos you took where you are recording. Camera roll 53 items Switch to—Toggle between camcorder and...
  • Page 27 The Gallery first displays photos and videos as Tip: To copy photos to/from a computer, go to “USB thumbnails. Scroll through the thumbnails by flicking connection” on page 47. them up or down. Touch a thumbnail to select it for viewing or playback.

  • Page 28: Music

    Music Tip: When a song is playing, you can add it to a playlist > Add to playlist. by pressing Menu when music is what you need... Set up music Quick start: Music Touch and play—instant music. Just open your music What music transfer tools do I need? library, then select what you want to play.

  • Page 29: Get Music

    Launcher icon Music Note: Your phone does not support DRM-protected Find it: > files. 10:35 What headphones can I use? Categories Your phone has a 3.5mm headset jack for wired stereo Touch to select Albums Songs Playlists Artists music by artist, listening.
  • Page 30 Music player • Fast forward/rewind—Touch and hold Just touch a song or playlist to get going. • View playlist—Touch • Shuffle—Touch 10:35 • Repeat—Touch • Volume—Press the side volume keys. > Library. • View library—Press Menu > Party • Turn shuffle on/off—Press Menu shuffle.

  • Page 31: Youtube

    an existing playlist, or touch New to create a new YouTube™ playlist. go and create your own classic To add a song to the playlist you're playing, press > Add to playlist in the music player. Quick start: YouTube Menu Launcher icon YouTube Find it:...
  • Page 32 Your account Note: If you don’t have a YouTube account, visit www.youtube.com to find out more. To create an Log in or create account account or sign in, go to “Your account” on page 30. Launcher icon YouTube Find it: >...

  • Page 33: Messaging

    Universal Inbox shows all of your messages Messaging Note: together—text, email, and social networking sometimes it’s best to text, or IM, or email . . . messages. To show only one type of message, touch a message account type instead of Universal Inbox. Quick start: Messaging •...
  • Page 34 Send & receive attachments use your browser to see these accounts at mail.yahoo.com. To send a file in a message, open a new message and > Insert. To change your settings, touch Launcher icon press Menu Messaging > Menu > , then touch: When you receive a message with an attachment, Manage accounts to add or remove an account.
  • Page 35 Instant messages If you need to change your voicemail number, in the > Settings > Call home screen press Menu To send and receive instant messages, you can use an settings > Voicemail Settings. instant messaging app or your browser. Your device comes preloaded with Google Talk™.

  • Page 36: Social Networking

    If until you see Add to Home screen. you don’t have accounts on these sites, visit their Web Touch Motorola widgets. sites to set them up. Scroll down the list, and touch Social Networking For email accounts, see “Set up messaging”...

  • Page 37: Web

    Networking widget. To update your own status, touch the Social Status widget and enter text. If you have you don’t need a PC, surf the web with your phone more than one account, you can use the pull-down menu to limit which accounts are updated. Quick start: Browser Note: Your network or other factors might affect the...
  • Page 38 Note: Your service provider may charge to surf the options Web or download data. Back/Forward > Settings Navigate to previously viewed To use a wireless network, press Menu > Wireless & networks. Touch Wi-Fi to turn it on and pages. touch Wi-Fi settings to search for nearby wireless More Shows additional browser...

  • Page 39: Personalize

    Touch and hold the empty spot until you see the Add to Home screen menu. Ringtones Touch Motorola widgets or Android widgets. To personalize your ringtones: Touch the type of widget. If necessary, enter the > Settings > Sound & display...
  • Page 40 Wallpaper Note: Some apps are designed so that your phone can “animate” them by rotating, fading, moving, To apply a new wallpaper: and stretching one or more images. Touch and hold an empty spot on your home screen. Touch Wallpapers. Quick launch shortcuts Touch Live Wallpapers, Media gallery, or You can add shortcuts directly to the home screen by...

  • Page 41: Maps

    Maps power) or using the mobile network (less accurate, but conserves battery power). where you are, where you’re going > Settings To set your location, press Menu > Location & security > Use GPS satellites and/or Quick start: Maps Use wireless networks. Where am I? What’s around here? Don’t worry—let Maps help you explore your surroundings and find Find your location...
  • Page 42 Enter a starting point address or touch and select Traffic view My current location, Contacts, or Points on map. If available in your area, real-time traffic conditions are Enter an end point address or touch and select shown on the roads as color-coded lines. Contacts or Points on map.

  • Page 43: Latitude

    Latitude joined Latitude, they’ll receive an email request that invites them to sign in to Latitude with their Google where are your friends & family? account. Join Latitude To remove friends: > Latitude to show your friend’s Keep track of where your friends and family are on Press Menu Maps.

  • Page 44: Apps For All

    Turn off Latitude Apps for all > Latitude to show your friend’s list. Press Menu get the app you want > Edit privacy settings > Turn off Press Menu Latitude. Android Market™ Note: You must set up a Gmail account (see “Set up & go”...
  • Page 45 Motorola, Inc. and Verizon Wireless are not responsible for your use of those applications or information you choose to submit or share with others.

  • Page 46: Bluetooth® Wireless

    Bluetooth® wireless Connect new devices lose the wires and go wireless Note: This feature requires an optional accessory. To connect with a new device, you need to pair with it. Quick start: Bluetooth wireless You only need to do this once for each device—to >...

  • Page 47: Wi-Fi

    Reconnect devices Wi-Fi™ To automatically reconnect your phone with a paired home, office, or hotspot device, simply turn on the device. Quick start: Wi-Fi To manually reconnect your phone with a paired > Settings > Wireless & networks device, touch the device name in the Bluetooth Find it: Menu >...
  • Page 48 Turn Wi-Fi on or off Wi-Fi hotspot > Wi-Fi Find it: Press and hold Power/Lock Note: You need to subscribe to Wi-Fi hotspot service to use this feature. Contact your service provider. Note: To extend battery life, turn off Wi-Fi power when not in use.

  • Page 49: Memory Card & File Management

    Memory card & file management • Channel—Select a channel that minimizes potential interference. You may need to try different channels copy photos, music, and more to your phone after your hotspot is active for a time. Touch Save when the settings are complete. Memory card Note: You need the memory card installed for some...
  • Page 50 This may take a few minutes. before disconnecting the USB cable. With a memory card inserted, and your phone showing the home screen, connect a Motorola micro USB data cable from your phone’s micro USB port to a USB port on your computer. Your phone should show in the status bar.

  • Page 51: Tools

    Tools Add calendar events > New event. Enter stay on top of things From any view, press Menu the event start time and other details. You can even Alarm clock set a reminder so you don’t forget about the event. (When you set the reminder time to 0 minutes, it Launcher icon Alarm&...

  • Page 52: Management

    Management Security stay in control help keep your phone safe Wireless manager Quick start: Security > Settings > Wireless & networks > Settings > Location & security Find it: Menu Find it: Menu Manage all your wireless connections: Wi-Fi™, Bluetooth®, airplane mode, & mobile networks security settings (“Network”...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    You If you forget your pattern or passcode, see your can also contact the Motorola Customer Support service provider. Center at 1-800-734-5870 (United States), 1-888-390-6456 (TTY/TDD United States for hearing impaired), or 1-800-461-4575 (Canada).

  • Page 54: Safety, Regulatory & Legal

    Important: Handle and store batteries properly to avoid injury or damage. Battery Use & Safety Most battery issues arise from improper handling of batteries, and particularly from • Remove the battery and inspect it to confirm that it has a “Motorola Original” the continued use of damaged batteries. hologram;...

  • Page 55: Driving Precautions

    • Motorola batteries and charging systems have circuitry that protects the battery Discontinue use and consult a physician if any of the following symptoms occur: from damage from overcharging. convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or disorientation.

  • Page 56: Glass Parts

    Motorola-supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness. If you authorities for more information. do not use a body-worn accessory supplied or approved by Motorola, keep the mobile device and its antenna at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body...

  • Page 57: Follow Instructions To Avoid Interference Problems

    • Using accessories not supplied or approved by Motorola may cause your mobile Specific Absorption Rate (IEEE) device to exceed RF energy exposure guidelines. For a list of Motorola-supplied SAR (IEEE) Your model wireless phone meets the governmental or approved accessories, visit our Web site at: www.motorola.com.

  • Page 58: Industry Canada Notice To Users

    FCC ID:xxxxxx on the product label. Defense policy and the Federal Radio Navigation Plan. These changes may affect Motorola has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. the performance of location technology on your mobile device.

  • Page 59: Your Location

    Emergency Calls device while driving, remember the following tips: • Get to know your Motorola mobile device and its features such as speed When you make an emergency call, the cellular network may activate the AGPS dial, redial and voice dial. If available, these features help you to place your technology in your mobile device to tell the emergency responders your approximate call without taking your attention off the road.
  • Page 60 Motorola or other third-party servers. This security, please follow these recommendations to enhance protection of your information is used to help improve products and services offered by Motorola. information: If you have further questions regarding how the use of your mobile device may •...

  • Page 61: California Perchlorate Label

    Hearing Aid Compatibility with Mobile Don’t drop your mobile device. Phones Some Motorola phones are measured for compatibility with hearing aids. If the box Hearing Aid Compatibility protection for your particular model has “Rated for Hearing Aids” printed on it, the following To help protect your mobile device, always make sure that the battery explanation applies.

  • Page 62: Open Source Software Information

    Furthermore, packages used in those applications. the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents, or...

  • Page 63: States And Canada

    Length of Coverage purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. Products and Accessories as One (1) year from the date of purchase by Use of Non-Motorola Products and Accessories.

  • Page 64: What Other Limitations Are There

    What Will Motorola Do? THE PRODUCT, ACCESSORY OR SOFTWARE, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, Motorola, at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF REVENUE OR of any Products, Accessories or Software that does not conform to this warranty.
  • Page 65 Some states and jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the length of an implied warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or from one jurisdiction to another.
  • Page 66 All features, functionality, and other product specifications, as well as the information contained in this guide, are based upon the latest available information and believed to be accurate at the time of printing. Motorola reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications without notice or obligation.
  • Page 68 www.motorola.com...

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