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  • Page 1 C O N S T E L L AT I O N V U S E R G U I D E   V E R S I O N 1. 0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    About music Baidu App Search Get music Manage and restore apps Set up music Close apps Play music Uninstall apps Maps and navigation AutoNavi™ Maps Vertu Services About Vertu Services Personalising your phone © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 View an album How do I transfer photos from my phone to my computer? Create a folder How do I set my music as ringtone? Assign contact images and wallpaper Take a screen shot © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 Leather Non-precious metals Precious metals Precious stones Sapphire and ceramics Safety and warranty Safety text Additional care and maintenance Manufacturer's Limited Warranty Software application notices for the phone Environmental Export and controls © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    To find out more about using your phone: Contact Vertu Customer Service by either pressing the Vertu key or through the Vertu Certainty app. Refer to the user guide on your phone from the Vertu Certainty app, or on the Vertu website at http://www.vertu.com/help-and-support/user-guides-and-downloads.aspx.
  • Page 6: Safety

    Protect your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 7: Your Phone

    Collateral pack, including Quick Start Guide, Warranty Booklet, Authenticity Card and Website Information Card The package contents may vary slightly in accordance with the materials used in your particular phone and with regional regulations. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 8: Features And Keys

       SIM drawer    Ambient light sensor    Notification light    Navigation icons: Back, Home, and Recent apps    Microphone Back    LED flash    Volume up key    Volume down key    Power key/screen lock    Noise-cancelling microphone    Loudspeaker    Main camera © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 9: Back, Home And Recent Apps

    Touch Home to move an app to the background and return to the home screen. Touch and hold Home to go to the search screen. Touch Recent apps to view a list of the apps you have used most recently. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 10: Antenna Locations

    Avoid touching the antenna areas while the antennas are in use. Contact with antennas affects the communication quality and may reduce battery life due to higher power levels during operation. Headset Use the headset provided to connect to your phone. Alternatively, you can connect any compatible headsets. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 11: Change The Volume

    Press the volume keys to change the volume of your ringtone or adjust the volume during a call. Also use the volume keys to adjust the media volume while listening to music or watching videos. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting started Insert the SIM card Your Constellation V phone is designed to be used with a nanoSIM card. However, a microSIM drawer is available from Vertu retail stores if you wish to use a microSIM card. Important: Use of an incompatible nanoSIM card (or microSIM card in the optional drawer) may damage the card or your phone and may corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 13: Charge The Phone

    Then connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on your Vertu mains charger. Important: Use only chargers, cables and accessories supplied by Vertu. If the phone indicates a low charge, do the following: 1.
  • Page 14: Switch The Phone On Or Off

    Volume Down keys, at the same time, until the phone vibrates. This takes approximately 10 seconds. Note: Always remember to power off your phone before removing and inserting a SIM card. This action will ensure that your network connectivity is restored. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 15: Touch Screen Actions

    To select an item on the screen, touch it. Touch and hold To select an item and the actions associated with it, touch and hold. Drag Touch and hold the item, and then slide your finger across the screen. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 16: Start-Up Process

    1 Vertu registration If you are a new Vertu customer you will be asked to create a Vertu account. If you already own a Vertu phone you can simply log in to your existing account with your Vertu username and password.
  • Page 17: Use Your Phone When It Is Locked

    You can lock the screen either by pressing the Power key or by simply leaving the screen to time out. For more information on different screen lock types, see "Screen lock" on page 41. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 18: Explore

    You can also quickly control your WLAN, Bluetooth, GPS, mobile data, USB connectivity and display options from the status and notification bar. Touch Home to close the status notification bar. Tip: Flick the notification left or right to clear it from the list. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 19: Status And Notification Icons

    USB connected Active call Downloading Missed call Uploading New voicemail Preparing SD card Calendar reminder Background data sync New SMS Alarm set New MMS Silent New chat Vibrate New email Aeroplane mode on © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 20: Clock Widget

    Note: You cannot remove the Apps shortcut from the favourites tray. To add an app to the favourites tray, touch Apps. Touch and hold the app, and drag it to the favourites tray. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 21: Aeroplane Mode

    Explore Aeroplane mode To turn off all the wireless connections on your phone, press and hold the Power key >  Aeroplane mode. Tip: Aeroplane mode helps to conserve battery power. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 22: Apps

    Apps Apps About apps Your Constellation V gives you access to a wide range of useful apps. To access your apps, touch Apps from the home screen. Flick left or right to see all your apps. To close the apps screen, touch Home To view your most recently used apps, touch Recent apps ...
  • Page 23: Manage And Restore Apps

      >     >  Settings  >  Auto-update over WLAN only. Important: Choose your apps carefully from trusted sites, or you can rely on Vertu recommended apps. See "Apps precautionary advice" on page 21 and "Recommended apps" page 21. Note: All the apps provided in Baidu App Search are free to download, but your service provider may charge you for data usage.
  • Page 24: Vertu Services

    The second section is about the phone. Here you can read the online user guide, including FAQs and information on how to care for the phone, or there is quick access to call or email Vertu Customer service for any additional support.
  • Page 25: Text Entry

    As you start typing a word, your phone suggests possible words for you to choose. When the correct word is displayed, touch the word. If the word is not in the dictionary, the © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 26: Dictionaries

    If you change the keyboard language and you want to be able to use spellcheck for the new language, you must install an additional keyboard dictionary. Under KEYBOARD & INPUT METHODS, touch (Android Keyboard) >  Add-on dictionaries >  a listed dictionary option >  Install. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 27: Calls

    Phone and enter the phone number on the dial pad. 2. To make the call, touch Note: To enter the + character, used for international calls, touch and hold 0. 3. To end the call, touch © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 28: Call The Last Number Dialled

    To listen to your voicemail messages, from the home screen touch Phone, and then touch and hold 1 on the dial pad. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 29: Divert Calls To Another Number

    3. Dial the next number, or select it from contacts or favourites. 4. When the next number answers, touch Merge calls. Note: Conference calls are a network service. For details, contact your service provider. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 30: Contacts

    To call a contact, touch the contact and then touch the phone number. To text a contact, touch the contact and then touch To email a contact, touch the contact and then touch the email address. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 31: Add Contacts

    1. From the home screen, touch Apps  >  Messaging. 2. Touch the message entry, and then touch   >  Add to People. 3. Touch CREATE NEW CONTACT, and then enter the contact details. 4. Touch DONE. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 32: Mark Contacts As Favourites

    For details on exporting contacts stored on your old phone to your SIM card, refer to the user documentation supplied with your previous phone. Then, to import these contacts stored on your SIM card to your Constellation V, touch Apps >  ...
  • Page 33: Messaging And Email

    To send a message: 1. Enter the recipients and then type your message. Note: You need to add each person to send a message to a group. 2. Touch to send your message. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 34: Manage Messages

    Settings >   Add account. Select Email for your personal email accounts. For account details, contact the account provider. To read and reply to messages on your email accounts, touch Apps >  Email. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 35: Music

    >  >  Supported file types Your Constellation V phone will play the following audio file formats: AMR, WB-AMR, AAC, AAC+, MP3, MP4, WAV, AU, WMA(10), M4A, OGG, EVRC, EVRC-B, and EVRC- WB/NB. Get music Note: When you connect your phone for first time, your computer may prompt you that drivers are being installed.
  • Page 36: Play Music

    When you see in the status and notifications bar, a song is playing. Flick down to see details. Touch the song to return to the music controls. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 37 Music Turn off the music Touch © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 38: Maps And Navigation

    Tip: To enable the voice broadcast of traffic information, touch Setting > Personal traffic radio station settings > On. Tip: To download offline maps, touch Setting > Offline Map and select the maps to download. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 39: Personalising Your Phone

    To switch between an active or muted ringtone or to set the phone to vibrate, press and hold the Power key and then choose an option: Touch   to silence your phone and activate vibrate mode. Touch  to silence your phone without activating vibrate. Touch   to reactivate your ringtone. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 40: Wallpapers

    >  Display >  Pulse notification light. (This light flashes in at the top right corner of the front of your phone when you receive a notification, such as a text message or email.) © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 41: Auto-Rotate

    To automatically use the network date and time, touch Automatic date & time or Automatic timezone. Language and region settings To set your menu language and region, touch Apps >  Settings >  Language & input >  Language. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 42: Social Networks

    Weibo. If you don’t have accounts, go to their websites to set them up. Most social networking accounts offer dedicated apps that can be installed on your Constellation V from Baidu App Search. To download a social networking app, from the home screen touch Apps > ...
  • Page 43: Managing Accounts

    Corporate and Email. Touch an account to add it. Enter your user name and password, and then follow the prompts to set up your account. To delete an account from the phone, touch the account name >    >  Remove account. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 44: Browser

    Browser Browser About the web browser To browse the web with your Constellation V, you must have either a cellular or WLAN data connection.   >     >   URL bar. Touch a link to select it. Touch and hold for more options.
  • Page 45: Connect To The Internet

    Privacy and security To make changes to your privacy and security settings, from the home screen touch  Apps  >   Browser  >    > Settings > Privacy & security. To empty the cache, touch    >  Settings  >  Privacy & security  >  Clear cache. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 46: Downloads

    To see the files you have downloaded, from the home screen touch Apps >  Downloads. Touch an item to open it. Touch the check box to select an item, and then touch the trash can to delete it. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 47: Camera

    Camera Camera About camera You can use your Constellation V to take photos or record videos. You can then view or edit the photos and videos, share them on the internet, or send them to compatible devices.  >     >   Touch to show options for settings Capture a photo or video Current photo type.
  • Page 48 "film strip" of your recent photos and videos. Flick right or left to move between photos. Touch see the sharing options. To return to the live camera view, flick right to move to the far left of the film strip. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 49: Camera Settings

    Besides taking photos with your phone, you can also capture videos. To take a video: 1. From the home screen, touch Apps >  Camera. Note: To switch from photo mode to video mode, touch © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 50: Video Settings

    Switch between the main camera and the front camera. Choose camera Set to Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Fluorescent or Cloudy. White balance Main camera: set the flash to On or Off. Flash mode © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 51: Gallery

    All your photos and videos are shown in Albums. Touch an album and then touch  >  Group by and select an option from Locations, Times, People or Tags to show how the album is displayed. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 52: Create A Folder

    Take a screen shot To take a screen shot, press and hold the power key and volume down key at the same time. To see the screen shot, touch Apps >  Gallery  >  Screenshots. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 53: Office Tools

    To delete an event, touch it to open it, and then touch the trash can To see multiple calendars, touch   >  Calendars to display. Select the check boxes next to the calendars you want to see, touch Calendars to sync  >  OK. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 54   >  Calendars to display. Select the check box next to your calendar and touch Calendars to sync  >  OK. To change your calendar reminder tone, touch   >  Settings  >  General settings  >  Sound. Note: You will need to have added an account for each calendar that is shown. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 55: Connectivity

    PC, and print files with a compatible printer. To turn Bluetooth on, touch OFF and drag it to the right. To turn Bluetooth off, touch ON and drag it to the left. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 56: Set Your Phone To Sync With Your Computer

    For details, see the user guide of the device. When your phone has connected, the Bluetooth indicator   is shown in the status bar. The Constellation V has been equipped to support accessories with aptX® capabilities. Tip: Switch Bluetooth off when not in use to conserve battery power.
  • Page 57: Copy Between The Phone And A Pc

    4. Follow the prompts on your computer to sync your digital media files. When the sync has finished, disconnect the USB cable. Note: Always use the Vertu microUSB cable supplied with your phone. Copy between the phone and a PC Note: When you connect your phone for first time, your computer may prompt you that drivers are being installed.
  • Page 58: Nfc

    See "Recommended apps" on page 22 for details of other apps that use NFC. Secure payment The NFC feature in your Constellation V is SIM-based secure element compliant. This means that you can use your phone for cashless, secure payments, provided that you have a suitable SIM card.
  • Page 59: Phone Management

    Pictures, videos, touch and hold a folder or file, and then touch >  Delete. Tip: You can view your phone memory and cloud memory usage by using the Vertu Certainty app. See "About Vertu Services" on page 24 for more information.
  • Page 60: Data Roaming Settings

    The IMEI number is used to identify valid phones in the network. This number can also be used to block a stolen phone. You may be required to give this number to Vertu Customer service. To see your IMEI number, from the home screen touch Apps > ...
  • Page 61: Master Reset

    Apps >  Settings >  Backup & reset >  Factory data reset. Warning: You may want to back up your data before performing a master reset. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 62: Tips And Tricks

    To quickly access the phone settings from the home screen, drag down the notification bar from the top of the screen. Touch the icon in the top right corner and then touch © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 63: Extend Battery Life

    Also, you can download battery-management apps that let you to control how and when your phone uses features that have the most impact on your battery's power. Visit Vertu Recommended apps for our latest suggestions on applications for battery and power management.
  • Page 64: Faqs

    Reduce the brightness of your screen or use the automatic brightness option. Touch Apps >  Settings > Display > Brightness. Turn off background data transfers. Touch Apps >  Settings > Data usage and then drag the Mobile data power switch to Off. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 65: How Can I Reduce My Data Costs, Especially When Abroad

    You can disable data roaming. Touch Home >   >  >  More... >  Mobile networks >  Data roaming. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 66: How Do I Transfer Music From My Computer To My Phone

    For details on exporting contacts stored on your old phone to your SIM card, refer to the user documentation supplied with your previous phone. Then, to import these contacts stored on your SIM card to your Constellation V, touch Apps > ...
  • Page 67: How Do I Set My Music As Ringtone

    Settings >  Storage. How do I protect my phone from unauthorised use? You can choose from a number of different lock options to protect your Constellation V. To select a lock type, touch Apps >  Settings >  Security >  Screen lock and select from Slide, Face Unlock, Pattern, PIN or Password.
  • Page 68: How Can I Clear The Log Of My Calls Or The List Of People I Have Contacted Frequently

    Why does my phone get warm? Your Constellation V may occasionally get warm when it is used for an extended period, being charged, or has been exposed to extreme heat. In these instances you should power off your phone (press and hold the Power key, and then touch Power off) for a few minutes.
  • Page 69: Accessories

    AC outlet is appropriate for the charger before you attempt to plug it in. The battery for your Constellation V requires charging at regular intervals. The battery does not have to be completely discharged before you can charge it.
  • Page 70: Wired Stereo Headset

    (MTP), between your phone and a PC. Wired stereo headset Your Constellation V phone is supplied with a wired stereo headset, which includes a microphone and integrated volume controls. Connect this to the headset connector on the phone. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 71: Specifications

    Two microUSB data cables 1200 mm (CA-209DV) MicroUSB data cable 250 mm (CA-210DV) Wired stereo headset Polishing cloth Collateral pack, including Quick Start Guide, Warranty Booklet, Authenticity Card and Website Information Card Operating system Android™ 4.2.2, Jelly Bean © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 72 WCDMA Bands I, II, IV, V, VIII HSPA+, Cat24, 42 Mb/s downlink, Cat6 5.76 Mb/s uplink WLAN 802.11 a, b, g, n, including WAPI for PRC MicroUSB system connector 3.5 mm audio socket Bluetooth v4 + LE CSR aptX® support © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 73 WLAN hotspot (tethering and portable hotspot) Applications Browser, Calculator, Calendar, Camera, Clock, Downloads, Email, Gallery, Messaging, Movie Studio, Music, People, Phone and Settings. Baidu App Search, Baidu Input, Baidu Search and AutoNavi Maps. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 74: Care Of Your Phone

    Direct exposure to strong light, heat and humidity Contact with items and substances that may stain or scratch the surfaces If your Constellation V phone gets wet, it is essential that you dry it as soon as possible with a soft, absorbent cloth.
  • Page 75: Exotic Leathers

    Care of your phone Exotic leathers Vertu recommends that you occasionally wipe the exotic leather in the direction of the scales with a slightly damp soft cloth, avoiding excessive pressure. If your phone accidentally gets wet, it is essential that you dry it as soon as possible with a soft, absorbent cloth.
  • Page 76: Precious Metals

    We recommend that your Vertu phone is kept in a Vertu leather case when not being used, particularly when placed in handbags and other luggage. If the stones appear to become dull from use, the product can be lightly polished using the Vertu microfibre polishing cloth.
  • Page 77: Safety And Warranty

    FCC’s wireless hearing aid compatibility rules ensure that consumers with hearing loss are able to access wireless communications services through a wide selection of handsets without experiencing disabling radio frequency (RF) interference or other technical obstacles. © 2013 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 78 Consult your service provider or Vertu Customer Service for information on hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies, consult Vertu Customer Service.
  • Page 79: Qualified Service

    If the Product has an internal battery, this is intended to be rechargeable and non removable, being intended for use when supplied with power from the Vertu Mains charger (AC-31), or from a suitable computer. Do not attempt to remove the battery, as you may damage it.
  • Page 80: Headset Connector

    Safety and warranty The use of an incompatible SIM card or an adaptor not supplied by Vertu may damage the card or the phone, and may corrupt data stored on the card. IMEI number and compliance number To find the IMEI number, dial the sequence *#06# into the phone. The unique 15-digit IMEI code of your phone is instantly displayed.
  • Page 81: Additional Care And Maintenance

    Additional care and maintenance The Product in the sales package contains one or more sophisticated electronic devices. Vertu therefore strongly encourages you to familiarise yourself with the instructions provided with and for these devices.
  • Page 82: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

    Product. Vertu warrants to you, the Purchaser of the Product, that, during the warranty period, Vertu, or a Vertu- authorised service company, will, in a commercially reasonable time, remedy defects in materials, design and workmanship free of charge, by repairing or, should Vertu in its discretion deem it necessary, replacing the Product in accordance with this Limited Warranty (unless otherwise required by law).
  • Page 83 If you wish to make a claim under this Limited Warranty, please return your Product, or the affected part (if it is not the entire Product), to a Vertu-authorised service company. For further details on how to make a claim, you can contact a Vertu call centre (national or premium rates may apply). (Information about Vertu- authorised service companies and call centres can be found in the sales package, or on local Vertu web pages, where available.)
  • Page 84 Vertu in respect of defects in your Product. To the extent permitted by applicable law(s), Vertu does not assume any liability for loss of or damage to or corruption of data, for any loss of profit, loss of use or functionality of the Product, loss of business, loss of contracts, loss of revenues or of anticipated savings, increased costs or expenses or for any indirect loss or damage, consequential loss or damage, or special loss or damage.
  • Page 85: Software Application Notices For The Phone

    All parts of the Product or other equipment that Vertu has replaced shall become the property of Vertu. If the Product is found not to be covered by the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty, Vertu and its authorised service companies reserve the right to charge a handling fee.
  • Page 86 You can deactivate such geotagging in the camera settings. Some location content is generated by third parties and not by Vertu. Some of this content may be inaccurate and subject to local availability.
  • Page 87: Environmental

    Passive near field communication device Your phone may contain a Passive Near Field Communication device. This device enables Vertu to verify the authenticity of the phone if it is presented at a Vertu-branded store or Vertu-authorised service company.
  • Page 88 If you want Vertu to recycle your Product at the end of its life, please either return it to the point from which you purchased it (if known), or return it to Vertu’s headquarters. Alternatively, should you purchase a replacement Product from another supplier, the new supplier is obliged to take back the original Product and recycle it appropriately.
  • Page 89: How Do I Check If I Have The Latest Rm-851V

    Copyright and trademark notices Copyright © Vertu 2011-2013. All rights reserved. Vertu and the V logo are registered trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Vertu operates a policy of continuous development. Therefore, Vertu reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.
  • Page 90 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i) the Product(s) may not cause harmful interference, and (ii) the Product(s) must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Vertu could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 91: Software Updates On My Phone? 67 Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity We, Vertu, declare under our sole responsibility that the following are in conformity with the provision of Council Directive 1999/5/EC: Model VERTU Constellation V, type RM-851V; Model the Vertu V Collection Wired Headset; and USB data cable, types CA-209DV and CA-210DV.

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