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  • Page 1: User Guide

          User Guide A downloadable, printable guide to your Coolpad Avail and its features.     Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents GETTING STARTED Introduction About the User Guide Set Up Your Phone Parts and Functions Battery Use Insert the Battery Remove the Battery Charge the Battery SD Card Insert an SD Card Unmount an SD Card Remove an SD Card Format an SD Card Turn Your Phone On and Off Use the Touchscreen...
  • Page 3 Google Voice Typing Tips for Editing Text Google Account Create a Google Account Sign In to Your Google Account Google Play Store Find and Install an App Request a Refund for a Paid App Update an App Uninstall an App Get Help with Google Play Lock and Unlock Your Screen Update Your Phone...
  • Page 4 Call from Call Log Voicemail Conference Calling Contacts Add a Contact View Contacts People Screen Layout Edit a Contact Delete a Contact Share a Contact Import Contacts Back Up Contacts Messaging Text and Multimedia Messaging Send a Text Message Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) Save and Resume a Draft Message Manage Message Conversations Text and MMS Options...
  • Page 5 Browser Use the Browser View Browser History Browser Settings Chrome Browser Facebook Install the Facebook App on Your Phone Use Facebook Twitter Install the Twitter App on Your Phone Tweet on Twitter Hangouts Connectivity Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Disconnect Wi-Fi...
  • Page 6 Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media Camera Settings Switch Cameras Set Camera Functions Productivity Calendar Add an Event to the Calendar View Calendar Events Google Maps Google Search Use Google Search Use Google Voice Search Calculator Clock Set Alarms Additional Clock Features...
  • Page 7 Apps Settings Personal Settings Location Settings Security Settings Language and Input Settings Backup and Reset Accounts Settings Add Accounts Settings System Settings Date and Time Settings Accessibility Settings System Updates About Phone GETTING HELP For Assistance Troubleshooting Specifications Assurance Wireless Account Information and Help Copyright Information INDEX...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started The topics in this section will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations. Getting Started...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new Coolpad Avail. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.

  • Page 10: Set Up Your Phone

    Set Up Your Phone The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only.

  • Page 11: Battery Use

    Part Description You return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options Back key menu, the notification panel, or onscreen keyboard. USB charger/accessory port Allows you to connect the phone charger or the USB cable (included). Speaker You hear the different ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.
  • Page 12  1. Remove the battery cover.   Lift gently in the direction shown.  2. Insert the battery.   Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone. Getting Started Set Up Your Phone...

  • Page 13: Remove The Battery

     3. Attach the battery cover.   Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Remove the Battery Follow these instructions to remove your phone’s battery. Always power the phone off before removing the battery.  1.

  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

     2. Remove the battery.   Lift upward gently as shown.  3. Attach the battery cover. Charge the Battery Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included AC adapter or via a USB connection on your computer. Getting Started Set Up Your Phone...

  • Page 15: Sd Card

    Charge Using the AC Adapter  1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/accessory jack on the top of your phone.  2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.  3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. The indicator light illuminates when charging starts.

  • Page 16: Insert An Sd Card

    Data: Information stored on an SD card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. Virgin Mobile is not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed. Reading/Writing Data: Never power off or remove the battery while reading or writing data.

  • Page 17: Remove An Sd Card

    The menu option name changes from Unmount SD Card to Mount SD Card. The card is now unmounted. Remove an SD Card Follow these instructions to remove an SD card. Always power the phone off before inserting or removing an SD card.  1.
  • Page 18  3. Remove SD card.  4. Insert the battery.   Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone. Getting Started Set Up Your Phone...

  • Page 19: Format An Sd Card

     5. Attach the battery cover.   Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Format an SD Card When you insert an optional SD card for the first time, it is recommended that you format it on your phone.
  • Page 20 Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.   Lock and Unlock Your Screen Screen Lock for information about using the screen lock.   The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the Setup Screens for details.

  • Page 21: Use The Touchscreen

    Use the Touchscreen Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger. Tap and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), tap and hold the item.

  • Page 22: Activation And Service

    Drag To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Double-tap Double tap on an image to zoom in. Double tap again to return. Pinch and Spread “Pinch”...

  • Page 23: Complete The Setup Screens

     2. After the phone turns back on, dial 611 and follow the recorded directions.  3. When prompted, enter your Account PIN – it can be found at the top of your Assurance Wireless approval letter. Additional Services Take advantage of these services by adding money to your account:  ...
  • Page 24   To skip any section, tap Next or Skip.  2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it and continue to the next screen.   Wi-Fi – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network. For secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password.

  • Page 25: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations. Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list.  1.

  • Page 26: Portrait And Landscape Screen Orientation

    Pull down the status bar and tap and tap Settings For more information, see Basic Settings. Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways. Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation.

  • Page 27: Capture Screenshots

    Turn Auto-rotate Screen On or Off From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display > Auto-rotate screen to check or uncheck it. Note: Auto-rotate screen is checked by default. Capture Screenshots You can use your phone’s power key and lower part of volume key to capture screenshots.  ...

  • Page 28: Apps List

    Apps List The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone. Function/Service Perform basic and advanced mathematical calculations. Calculator Set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, Calendar set a timer, and use your phone as a desk clock.

  • Page 29: Enter Text

     1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu.  2. Tap Airplane mode to turn it on. Your phone is now in airplane mode. You will see the airplane mode icon in the status bar. Tip: You can also access airplane mode through the status bar menu. Pull down the status bar and and tap Airplane mode To turn off airplane mode:  1.

  • Page 30: Google Keyboard

      Google keyboard lets you use a traditional QWERTY setup to enter text. Additional options expand your ability to enter text faster and more accurately. See Google keyboard for details.   TouchPal X lets you enter letters and words in one continuous motion by swiping your finger across the letters.

  • Page 31: Google Voice Typing

    Google Voice Typing Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. Tips for Editing Text Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more. Next-word suggestions  1.

  • Page 32: Google Account

     4. Your phone will continue to present word choices while you type. Google Account You will need a Google Account to access several phone features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Hangouts, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you must enter your account information.
  • Page 33 Create a Google Account Using Your Phone  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account  2. Tap Google and then tap New.  3. Follow the prompts to set up your account. Tap Next to proceed between steps, which may include:  ...

  • Page 34: Sign In To Your Google Account

    which you currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your phone. Sign In to Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account.

  • Page 35: Find And Install An App

    Installing Applications Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your phone from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.). Virgin Mobile is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.).

  • Page 36: Request A Refund For A Paid App

    Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have access to many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your phone. Purchasing Applications Purchase apps at your own risk.

  • Page 37: Uninstall An App

    Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play.  1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store  2. Tap Menu > My Apps.  3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK. The app is uninstalled and removed from your phone.

  • Page 38: Update Your Phone

    Update Your Phone From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings > System Updates menu. Software Update Cautions During update: The phone cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take time to update your phone’s software.

  • Page 39: Update Your Profile

    > Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card. Update Your Phone’s Software Once you have backed up all your data, use the Update Coolpad Software option to update your phone’s software.  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Updates  2.
  • Page 40 The phone will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when complete. Getting Started Basic Operations...

  • Page 41: Your Phone's Home Screen

    Your Phone's Home Screen The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notification panel. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.

  • Page 42: Extended Home Screens

    Item Description Status bar The status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status (on the right side) and notifications (on the left side). Notification area The notification area of the status bar (on the left) displays notifications for incoming messages, missed calls, application updates, and more.
  • Page 43 Status Bar Layout Main Status Icons Icon Status ® Bluetooth active Location active ® Wi-Fi active Downloading Vibrate Network (full signal) Getting Started Your Phone's Home Screen...

  • Page 44: Notification Panel

    Icon Status Network (roaming) 4G LTE data service 3G data service Airplane mode Sync active Alarm set Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Main Notification Icons Icon Notification Missed call New Gmail New text or MMS message New Hangout message USB connection Note: Additional notification icons may appear.

  • Page 45: Customize The Home Screen

      Pull down the status bar and tap to access quick settings menu. Open the Notification Panel   Pull down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.) The notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list. Close the Notification Panel  ...

  • Page 46: Change The Wallpaper

    Change the Wallpaper Select and assign your phone’s background wallpaper.  1. From home, tap and hold an empty space, and then choose wallpaper from Gallery, Photos and Wallpapers. Or from home, tap Menu key and tap Wallpaper and then choose wallpaper from Gallery, Photos and Wallpapers.

  • Page 47: Add Widgets To The Home Screen

    Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like as an onscreen application. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Facebook® status windows, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.
  • Page 48 A new folder is created.  2. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, tap and hold a shortcut and drag it on top of the new folder. The new shortcut is added to the folder. Change Folder Names Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display.  1.

  • Page 49: Making Connections

    Making Connections The topics in this section will cover your phone’s ability to help you make connections, from phone calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email, Internet, and international services. Making Connections...

  • Page 50: Phone Calls And Voicemail

    Phone Calls and Voicemail The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail, and more. Place and Answer Calls The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options.
  • Page 51  2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number.   As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number.  3.

  • Page 52: Call Emergency Numbers

    Troubleshooting Question: Call does not connect. Answer 1: Was the number dialed using the area code? If not, try dialing using the full 10-digit number including the area code. Answer 2: Are you in an area with poor wireless coverage? Try calling again from another area. Call Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if your account is restricted.
  • Page 53 Answer an Incoming Call  1. When a call arrives, slide on the right to answer it. The call begins.  2. To end the call, tap The call ends. Mute the Ringing Sound To mute the ringer without rejecting the call, you can do either of the following:  ...

  • Page 54: In-Call Screen Layout And Operations

    Reject an Incoming Call   When a call arrives, slide on the left to reject it. In-Call Screen Layout and Operations While you’re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options. In-Call Screen Layout Tap options to activate them during a call. Making Connections  Phone Calls and Voicemail...

  • Page 55: Place A Call From Contacts

      Keypad/Hide : Toggle the appearance of the onscreen keypad. Show the keypad to enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code.   For example: When you call your bank’s 800 number, use the keypad to enter your account number and PIN.

  • Page 56: Voicemail

     1. From home, tap Phone to display the phone app.  2. Tap History to display the call log list. The call log list appears.  3. Tap a name or number to place a call. The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.  4.

  • Page 57: Conference Calling

     1. From home, tap Phone  2. Tap and hold to dial your voicemail number. Your phone dials the voicemail access number.  3. Follow the system prompts to:   Create your passcode.   Record your name announcement.   Record your greeting. Important: Voicemail Passcode –...
  • Page 58  2. Once you have established the connection, tap Add call , and dial the second number (or place the call from Log or Contacts). This puts the first caller on hold and dials the second number.  3. When you’re connected to the second party, tap Merge .

  • Page 59: Contacts

    Contacts The People application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends.
  • Page 60  2. Tap to add a contact. The Add Contact screen appears.  3. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.   [picture] : Tap the picture icon to assign a picture to the contact.   Name   Phone  ...

  • Page 61: View Contacts

     1. From home, tap Phone  2. Enter a phone number and tap Add to contacts  3. To add the number to an existing contact, tap the name of the existing contact. To add a new contact, tap Create new contact.  ...

  • Page 62: People Screen Layout

     2. Tap a contact to view its details. The contact’s detailed listing appears. People Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your People app layout and describes the various features. Item Description Groups tab Show contact groups. Frequently Show frequently contacted contacts. Contacted tab Show all contacts.

  • Page 63: Delete A Contact

     2. Tap a contact to view its details.  3. Tap Menu > Edit.  4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.  5. Add or edit the information, and then tap Done. Your changes are saved to the contact entry. Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the left of the field.

  • Page 64: Share A Contact

     3. Tap Menu > Delete.  4. Tap OK. The contact is deleted. Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the contact list and then tap Delete > OK. Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, or text messaging.  1.

  • Page 65: Import Contacts

     3. In the Share namecard via menu, select a method:   Bluetooth to send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth.   Email to send the information as an email attachment. If prompted, select an email account. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send.
  • Page 66 You will see the Contacts list.  2. Tap Menu > Import/Export. You will see the Import/Export contacts menu.  3. Tap Import from SD card or Import from USB storage.  4. Select a destination for the imported contacts.  5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import. The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account.

  • Page 67: Back Up Contacts

    Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you can manually back them up to an optional installed SD card for re-import if needed. Before Backing Up Contacts to an SD Card You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your phone before you can back up your contacts.

  • Page 68: Messaging

    Messaging With wireless service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, and text and multimedia messaging. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and another messaging-ready phone.
  • Page 69   Tap the icon, and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the message. You can also select contact groups as recipients. When you have selected all the message recipients, tap  4. Tap the “Type message” box and then start composing your message. Note: A counter appears above the Send button to tell you how many characters are left.

  • Page 70: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)

    Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments (vCalendar).  1. From home, tap Apps >...

  • Page 71: Save And Resume A Draft Message

      Audio. Select Record audio to make a voice recording and attach it, or Audio to attach a stored music file or voice recording.   Slideshow. Select a slide and attach it, or Add slide to create a new slide and attach it.  7.

  • Page 72: Text And Mms Options

    View a Multimedia Message (MMS)  1. From home, tap Apps > Messaging  2. On the Messaging screen, tap a multimedia message or conversation to open it.  3. Tap the attachment to open it. Reply to a Message  1. From home, tap Apps >...

  • Page 73: Gmail

    MMS Settings   Read reports: Receive a report whether each recipient has read the message or deleted it without reading.   Auto-retrieve: Select this option to automatically retrieve all your multimedia messages completely. When selected, the multimedia message header plus the message body and attachments will automatically download to your phone.

  • Page 74: Delete Gmail Threads

    The new Gmail message opens.   If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail inbox. Open Gmail Messages from the Inbox You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox.  1.

  • Page 75: Report Spam Or Phishing Gmail

    Report Spam or Phishing Gmail You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your phone’s Gmail inbox.  1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The inbox opens.  2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options >...

  • Page 76: Gmail Settings

    Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu.  1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The Primary inbox opens.  2. Tap Menu > Settings  3. Tap General settings to access settings for all accounts, or tap an account name to configure settings for a specific Gmail account.

  • Page 77: Add An Email Account

    Before setting up an email account, make sure you have the username (user ID), password, server name, etc., so you can get set up successfully.  1. From home, tap Apps > Email A popup window for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set up.  2.

  • Page 78: Create And Send An Email Message

    The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account. Important: If the account type you want to set up is not in the phone database, you will be asked to enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the email account, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you proceed.

  • Page 79: Delete An Email Account

    Tip: You can also access new email messages from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap an email notification. The email inbox will open and display the new email message. Options when Reviewing Email Messages  ...

  • Page 80: Manage Your Email Inbox

     3. Tap Delete  4. Select the account(s) to delete, and then tap Done.  5. Tap OK to confirm. The account is deleted from your phone Manage Your Email Inbox Your email inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email messages.

  • Page 81: Internet And Social Networking

    Internet and Social Networking The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your phone, and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Hangouts, LinkedIn, and more. Browser Your phone’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites. Use the Browser Launching the browser is as easy as tapping an icon.

  • Page 82: View Browser History

      Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu and tap Bookmarks , tap and hold a bookmark, tap Delete bookmark, and then tap OK. View Browser History Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history.  1. From home, tap Browser .

  • Page 83: Chrome Browser

     2. Tap Menu > Settings, and customize your browser settings. Your browser settings are saved. Chrome Browser In addition to the default Web browser, your phone supports the Chrome mobile Web browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your phone.

  • Page 84: Use Facebook

     4. Tap Install, and then tap Accept. The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone.  5. When the download has completed, tap Open.   To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > Facebook Use Facebook Once you’ve downloaded the app and signed in, you can post and read updates, upload pictures, tag locations, and more, all from your phone.

  • Page 85: Hangouts

    The Twitter app launches.   If this is the first time you’ve used Twitter on your phone, tap Sign in to sign in to an existing account, or tap Create my account or Sign up a different account to set up a new Twitter account.

  • Page 86: Connectivity

    Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.

  • Page 87: Wi-Fi

     5. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer.  6. When you are done, disconnect your phone from your computer. The transferred files are now saved to your phone or SD card. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet.

  • Page 88: Disconnect Wi-Fi

     3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.   To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again  4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it’s not an open network), and then tap Connect.

  • Page 89: Bluetooth

     3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap Forget. Wi-Fi is disconnected.   After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to reconnect. Bluetooth Bluetooth® is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones.
  • Page 90  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Bluetooth The Bluetooth settings open.  3. Tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on Bluetooth is enabled.   To disable Bluetooth, tap the slider again Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notification panel. Pull down the status bar and tap to access quick settings menu.

  • Page 91: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless phone is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals. Pair Bluetooth Devices Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth® devices can be connected simply.

  • Page 92: Connect To A Paired Bluetooth Device

    Unpairing from a Paired Device  1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap next to the paired device you wish to unpair.  2. Tap Unpair. The device is unpaired from your phone. To make another connection with the device, you will need to pair again.

  • Page 93: Send Information Using Bluetooth

    Send Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a phone or notebook computer. Types of Data You Can Send via Bluetooth You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to:  ...

  • Page 94: Apps And Entertainment

    Apps and Entertainment The topics in this section will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more. Apps and Entertainment...

  • Page 95: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options. Learn More About Your Phone's Camera For an overview of your phone's camera and its features, you can access more information through the phone's settings menu.

  • Page 96: Take Pictures And Record Videos

     2. Tap Settings > More options , and tap a topic to learn more. Take Pictures and Record Videos The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s camera. Camera Cautions If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still images/videos.
  • Page 97 Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory.  1. From home, tap Apps > Camera The camera viewfinder appears.  2.

  • Page 98: View Pictures And Videos Using Gallery

     3. Tap to start recording. Video recording begins.  4. Tap to stop recording. The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your phone or SD card. View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your phone’s camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or phone memory.
  • Page 99 and Flickr only). For pictures that are on your storage card or phone memory, you can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also easily assign a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends. View Pictures and Videos You can access and view all your stored pictures and videos from your phone’s Gallery.

  • Page 100: Edit Pictures

    Note: When viewing pictures, you can tap and hold on a picture or video to open a selection menu and choose what to do with the picture or video. Edit Pictures Whether you’re browsing pictures in grid view in the Gallery application, you can tap and hold on a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more.
  • Page 101  3. Tap and hold the picture you want to crop.  4. Tap Menu > Crop. A crop box appears on the picture.  5. To adjust the crop box size, drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box.  ...

  • Page 102: Share Pictures And Videos

    Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth. Send Pictures or Videos by Email You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message.

  • Page 103: Send A Picture Or Video By Multimedia Message

    For more information about using email and Gmail, see Create and Send an Email Message Create and Send a Gmail Message. Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message Multimedia Messaging (MMS) lets you send pictures and videos using your phone’s messaging app. Although you can send several pictures or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to just send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size.

  • Page 104: Share Pictures Or Videos Via Additional Apps Or Social Media

     1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery The album list opens.  2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.  3. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.   To select multiple items, tap and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.

  • Page 105: Camera Settings

      To select multiple items, tap and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.  4. Tap Share and then on the Share via menu, tap the app you want to use.  5.

  • Page 106: Set Camera Functions

    The camera viewfinder appears.  2. Tap the camera mode icon and select a camera type. The camera switches type. Set Camera Functions You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event.  1. From home, tap Apps > Camera The camera viewfinder appears.
  • Page 107  2. Tap More Options The camera settings menu opens.  3. Select your desired settings. Note: Available options will vary depending on the camera mode in use. Apps and Entertainment  Camera and Video...

  • Page 108: Productivity

    Productivity Use your phone to stay ahead of the game with calendar, navigation, alarm, office, and more productivity apps. Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your phone’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook calendar.
  • Page 109  1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar The Calendar app opens.  2. Tap and hold a day to add event. The add event window opens.  3. Tap Edit. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Done. The event is added to your calendar.

  • Page 110: View Calendar Events

    View Calendar Events You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or agenda view. To change the Calendar view, tap the Day, Week, Month, or Agenda tabs along the side.  1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar The Calendar app opens.  2.

  • Page 111: Use Google Voice Search

     1. From home, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps > Google The Search window opens.   If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.   If a description for Google Now appears, tap Next and read information. Tap Enable on the last page if you want to use Google Now.

  • Page 112: Calculator

     1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Search The Voice Search window opens.  2. Speak your search terms. Search results appear. Calculator Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations.  1. From home, tap Apps > Calculator The calculator app launches.

  • Page 113: Clock

     2. Tap onscreen keys for calculations. Calculation results appear. Clock Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your phone as a desk clock. Check the Time You can check the phone any time on your phone.

  • Page 114: Set Alarms

     2. Clear the check mark next to Automatic date and time, and then set the date and time as desired. The date and time will reflect your new settings. Set Alarms Set multiple alarms using your phone’s Clock app.  1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 115  2. Tap the Alarm tab and then tap Create alarm  3. Set the alarm options, including time, days, repeat pattern, alarm type, and alarm tone. The alarm is set. Phone at Alarm Time   At the set alarm time, the phone sounds the alarm and/or vibrates. Apps and Entertainment Productivity...

  • Page 116: Additional Clock Features

      Stopping an alarm: When the alarm sounds, drag to the left to snooze or right to dismiss it. Additional Clock Features Your phone’s clock app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and timer functions. All features are available from the clock app display.  ...
  • Page 117  1. From the clock app, tap World Clock  2. Tap Add City and select a city. Repeat to add multiple cities. Apps and Entertainment Productivity...
  • Page 118  3. The cities are selected. Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second.  1. From the clock app, tap Stopwatch Apps and Entertainment Productivity...
  • Page 119  2. Tap Start to begin timing.  3. Tap Stop to stop timing. Timer The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 9 hours, 99 minutes, and 99 seconds. Apps and Entertainment Productivity...
  • Page 120  1. From the clock app, tap Timer  2. Use the keypad to set the length of the timer. Apps and Entertainment Productivity...
  • Page 121  3. Tap Start to begin the timer. Apps and Entertainment Productivity...

  • Page 122: Entertainment And Activities

    Entertainment and Activities The following topics provide an overview of your phone’s entertainment apps. Google Play Music App The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play via streaming or download.

  • Page 123: Create Playlists In Google Play Music

     2. Tap Menu > My Library.  3. Flick the screen left or right to select a library category such as Artist or Albums.  4. Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song. The song begins playing. Create Playlists in Google Play Music Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion.
  • Page 124  2. Tap Menu > My Library.  3. Flick the screen left or right and select a library category such as Artist or Albums.  4. Tap next to an item from the category window and then tap Add to playlist.  5. Tap New playlist. Apps and Entertainment Entertainment and Activities...

  • Page 125: Youtube

     6. Enter a name and tap Create playlist. The playlist is created.  7. Return to the library view and select Albums or Songs.  8. Tap next to an item and then tap Add to playlist > <playlist name>. The song or album is added to the playlist. Repeat to add more items to the playlist. Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist  ...

  • Page 126: Post A Video To Youtube

    The video plays on your phone screen.   Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching. Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your phone. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it on your phone.

  • Page 127: Settings

    Settings The topics in this section will cover your phone’s settings menus and options. For an overview of the settings menu, see Basic Settings. Settings...

  • Page 128: Wireless And Networks Settings

    Wireless and Networks Settings The following topics introduce your phone’s basic settings menus and cover your phone’s Wireless and Networks settings options. Basic Settings From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings to access your phone’s settings menu. The table below outlines parts of the top-level settings categories. Category Description Enable and set Wi-Fi options.

  • Page 129: Wi-Fi Settings

    Access Settings  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings The settings menu opens.  2. Select categories and then select your settings options. Settings are made and applied. Tip: You can also access settings from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar and tap and tap Settings Wi-Fi Settings The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks,...

  • Page 130: Bluetooth Settings

    Your phone is connected to the selected Wi-Fi network.  5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings. Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.   The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.

  • Page 131: Data Usage Settings

      Change the Name of a Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap next to a paired device name, tap Rename, enter a new name, and tap OK.   Emoji cannot be used in a device name.   This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.  ...

  • Page 132: More Settings

      This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled.   Check Data Usage for Each Application: To see how your data is being used, slide the vertical white bars in the graph to set a usage period, and then tap an app name to see its usage for the period.

  • Page 133: Default Sms App Settings

    Access More Settings Options  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap More settings.  3. Set items. Your settings are saved and implemented. Default SMS App Settings If you have multiple messaging apps installed on your phone, you can choose the app your phone uses for messaging.
  • Page 134  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap More > Default SMS app.  3. Choose a messaging app. The default messaging app is set. Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messages (for example, Google Hangouts), you will not be able to use the standard Messages app unless you restore it as the default messaging app.

  • Page 135: Device Settings

    Device Settings The following topics outline the device settings options available on your phone, including sounds, display, gestures, applications, and more. Sound Settings The sound settings menu lets you control your phone’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to tap tones and notifications.

  • Page 136: Display Settings

    Access Sound Settings  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Sound  3. Set your sound options. Your sound settings are saved and applied. Display Settings Use the phone's display settings menu to adjust items such as wallpaper, brightness, screen timeout, and more.

  • Page 137: Storage Settings

    Access Display Settings  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Display  3. Set your display options. Your display settings are saved and applied. Storage Settings The storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your phone and provides menu choices for an optional SD card (not included).

  • Page 138: Battery Settings

    Access Storage Settings  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Storage  3. Check or tap items. Review your storage settings. Battery Settings Monitor your phone’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are consuming your battery’s charge and at what percentage. Settings Device Settings...

  • Page 139: Apps Settings

     1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Battery .  3. Tap items to view details. Check your battery condition and access additional options. Apps Settings Check installed applications and running applications. Apps Settings Overview Items that can be checked in the Apps settings menu are the following. Apps Setting Description Downloaded...
  • Page 140 Access Applications Settings  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Apps  3. Tap items to view details. Check your application settings condition and access additional options.   Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or disable the app, clear cache and data, and more.

  • Page 141: Personal Settings

    Personal Settings The following topics cover your phone’s personalization settings, including location privacy and access, security settings, language and input settings, and backup and reset options. Location Settings Your Location Services settings menu lets you select how your phone determines its location (using the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither).
  • Page 142 Security Settings Overview Many security settings are dependent on Screen lock settings, SIM lock settings, etc. The following table outlines the settings available through the Security settings menu: Security Setting Description Screen lock Set screen lock method. Encrypt phone Encrypt all data on your phone. Encrypt external SD card Encrypt the data on an optional installed SD card.
  • Page 143 Screen Lock You can increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, or enter the correct password to unlock the phone’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen. In order from least secure to most secure, the available screen lock options are:  ...
  • Page 144 Use a Screen Unlock Pattern  1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap Pattern.  2. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal direction. Lift your finger from the screen when finished. The phone records the pattern.
  • Page 145 The screen unlock pattern is saved.   If you fail to enter the correct pattern after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again. Note: Clear the Make pattern visible check box if you do not want the unlock pattern to display on the screen when you unlock it.

  • Page 146: Language And Input Settings

    Language and Input Settings Your phone’s language and input settings let you select a language for the phone’s menus and keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your phone’s mouse/trackpad options. Language and Input Settings Overview You can set the following options in the Language and input settings menu: Language and Input Description...

  • Page 147: Backup And Reset

     3. Set options. The language and input settings are applied and saved. Language and Input Options Some of the language and input options are detailed below.   Set the Display Language: From the Language and input settings menu, tap Language and then tap a language to assign it.
  • Page 148 Backup and Reset Description Option Back up my data Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers. Backup account Select the account used to back up data. Automatic restore When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be restored.
  • Page 149 Factory Data Reset Tip: Before performing a factory data reset on your phone, you may want to unmount an installed SD memory card to avoid losing any data you may have stored on it. From home, tap Apps > Settings >...

  • Page 150: Accounts Settings

    Your phone will power down and reset itself, which may take up to 10 minutes.   Once the phone has reset, it will run through the Hands Free Activation and update processes again. When finished, you will see the Welcome screen and Setup application. Complete the Setup Screens to start over. ...

  • Page 151: System Settings

    System Settings The following topics detail your phone’s system settings options, including battery and storage, date and time, activation, system update, and device information. Date and Time Settings Use the date and time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options.

  • Page 152: Accessibility Settings

    Access Date and Time Options  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap Date and time  3. Set available date and time options. Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Accessibility Settings The accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications. Accessibility Settings Overview The following accessibility options may be configured: Accessibility Option...

  • Page 153: System Updates

    The system updates menu lets you update your phone. System Updates Overview System Updates Option Description Update PRL Update the client initiated PRL. Update profile Update the client initiated device configuration. Update Coolpad software Update the client initiated Coolpad software. Settings System Settings...

  • Page 154: About Phone

    System Updates Options  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap System updates  3. Select an update options. See Update your Phone for more information. About Phone The about phone menu lets you access important phone information, and view legal and safety information.
  • Page 155 About Phone Item Description Status Check your phone’s status.   Battery status and level.   SIM card status (signal strength, mobile network type, service state, roaming, mobile network state and phone number).   IMEI information (MIN, PRL version, MEID, IMSI, and PESN).  ...
  • Page 156 Access About Phone Options  1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  2. Tap About phone  3. Select or view available options. Your phone information is displayed. Settings System Settings...

  • Page 157: Getting Help

    Getting Help The topics in this section will cover troubleshooting tips, phone specifications, and how to contact Virgin Mobile and manage your wireless service. Getting Help...

  • Page 158: For Assistance

    For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Question: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.

  • Page 159: Specifications

    Question: Cannot install applications. Answer: Applications cannot be installed with only a little free space on the phone or SD card. To check free space, see Storage Settings. Applications not supported by your phone cannot be installed. Question: Cannot unlock screen. Answer: Power the phone on again.

  • Page 160: Copyright Information

    Virgin Mobile name and logo are registered trademarks of Virgin Enterprises Ltd. and used under license by Virgin Mobile. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. Coolpad and the Coolpad logo are registered trademarks of Yulong Computer Telecommunication Scientific (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. Google and Android are trademarks of Google Inc.

  • Page 161: Index

    Index Camera  88 Settings  98 Accessibility  145-146 Take a picture  89 Accessory Port  4 Viewfinder  88 Accounts Car Kit Add new  143 Connect  85 Settings  143 Charger Port  4 Activation  15 Chrome  76 Airplane Mode  21 Clock Alarm  107 Alarm  107 Android Keyboard  23, 139 Stopwatch  111 Answer a Call  46 Timer  112 Apps World Clock  109 Find and install  28 Contacts  52 Request refunds  29 Add contact  52...
  • Page 162 Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1)  45 Enter Text  22 Hangouts  78 Extended Home Screen  35 Headset Connect  85 Headset Jack  4 Facebook  76 Home Screen  34 Share pictures and videos  97 Add Folders  40 Factory Data Reset  142 Add Shortcuts  39 Files Add Widgets  40 Transfer between phone and Customize  38 computer  79 Extended  35 Flickr Share pictures  97 Folders  40 Import Contacts  58 Font...
  • Page 163 Multimedia Messaging Power On  12 Share pictures and videos  96 PRL Update  32 Music Google Play Music  115 Reject Incoming Call  47 Reset Phone  142 Notification Icons  37 Ringtone  128 Notification Panel  37 Rotate  15 Notifications  37 Save a Phone Number  53 Phone Screen Rotation  129 Dialer  43 Screen Timeout  129 Phone Calls  43 Screen Unlock Answer  45 Motion  136 Emergency numbers  45...
  • Page 164 Text-to-Speech  139 Text Editing  24 Zoom  15 Text Entry  22 Text Messaging Conversations  64 Draft messages  64 Options  65 Send messages  61 Timer  112 Touch  14 Touch and Hold  14 Touchscreen Keyboard  22 Turn off  30 Turn on  30 Turn Device Off  13 Turn Device On  12 Twitter  77 Typing  22 Video Camera Record video  89 Videos Record  89 Share via Bluetooth  96 Share via Facebook  97 Share via messaging  96 View  92...

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