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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Hello from Coolpad ......................1 Getting Started ......................... 2 Device layout............................... 2 Main keys ................................3 Charging the battery ............................3 SIM card and microSD card ..........................4 Power on & off, Reboot and Airplane mode ......................5 Locking/unlocking the screen ..........................
  • Page 3 Installing or uninstalling apps ..........................25 Phone ................................25 Contacts ................................31 Messaging ................................. 34 Email ................................. 38 Chrome ................................41 Calendar ................................42 Camera ................................43 Photos ................................45 Clock ................................. 46 Downloads ................................ 47 Calculator ................................47 Google apps ..............................48 Stay Connected &...
  • Page 4: Hello From Coolpad

    Hello from Coolpad Thank you for purchasing your Coolpad Canvas mobile phone! Please follow these simple but important instructions for optimal use of your new phone: Notice: Products or services of the vendor or carrier are subject to change within this User Guide without prior notice.
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started Get off to a running start with your new Coolpad Canvas! Device layout Receiver Headset jack Rear camera Front camera Light/proximity sensor Indicator light Flash Volume Power key Loudspeaker Back Recents Home USB port...
  • Page 6: Main Keys

    Main keys Function • Press and hold to turn your phone on or off. Power • Press to turn on or lock the screen. • Tap to open the list of recent apps. Recents • Tap to return to the Home screen. Home •...
  • Page 7: Sim Card And Microsd Card

    using the battery again, you must recharge it in order to power on and use your phone normally. SIM card and microSD card 1. Open the back cover. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Insert the SIM card. 4. Insert the SD card.
  • Page 8: Power On & Off, Reboot And Airplane Mode

    Power on & off, Reboot and Airplane mode The Power key is located on the right-hand side of your phone. • Power on: When the phone is off, press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the phone.
  • Page 9: Touch Screen

    Touch screen Tapping: To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with your finger. Tapping and holding: Tap and hold an item on the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
  • Page 10 Double-tapping: Double tap on an image to zoom in. Double tap again to return. Swiping: Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen to view other panels. Spreading and pinching: Spread two fingers apart on a map or image to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out.
  • Page 11: Home Screen

    Home screen Basic layout Google Widget Status bar App folder Screen indicator Apps screen Customizing your home screen The Home screen displays widgets, favorite apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen. •...
  • Page 12 Select the desired wallpaper and tap Set wallpaper. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home screen and lock screen to set. • Add an app: From the Home screen, tap Tap and hold the desired App, and then drag it to the Home screen. •...
  • Page 13: Notifications And Quick Settings Panel

    Notifications and Quick Settings Panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as ongoing events. • When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons showing things like the Wi-Fi signal, mobile carrier signal, or battery strength are on the right.
  • Page 14 • Hotspot: Turn mobile hotspot on and off. Tap to set up. • EDIT: Personalize your notifications panel. • Display brightness: Slide to lower or increase the brightness of your screen.
  • Page 15: Entering Text

    Entering text Using the text input panel The input panel can be used to enter text. Tap the Back key to hide the input panel. Tap the text input area to open the input panel. Switching input methods Your phone comes with two text-input methods. You can choose one of them to input text. To change your phone's default input method, tap >...
  • Page 16: Taking Screenshots

    • PASTE: Replace text with the text you previously cut or copied. • SELECT ALL: Select all text. • ASSIST: Google Assist Taking screenshots Your phone has the ability to take screenshots of the screen that is currently being displayed. To take a screenshot: Press and hold the Power key and lower Volume key at the same time.
  • Page 17: Settings

    Settings Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that can provide your device with Internet access based on the nearest wireless router. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network 1. From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Settings screen. Then, choose Wireless &...
  • Page 18 Setting advanced Wi-Fi options From the Wi-Fi settings screen, tap • You will be notified whenever a public network is available. If you do not want to be notified, drag the slider for Network notification to the left. • To save your phone’s data usage, your phone will remain connected to Wi-Fi when your screen sleeps.
  • Page 19: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth has the capacity to connect several mobile devices at once, enabling superior synchronization while reversing challenges and problems that would otherwise occur. Use Bluetooth to maximize awesome phone capabilities and functions of your Coolpad Canvas. Turning Bluetooth on/off From the Home screen, tap >...
  • Page 20 Changing your phone’s Bluetooth name Your phone contains a random Bluetooth name which will be visible to other Bluetooth devices during connection attempts. You can change the random name to a more identifiable one. From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Settings screen.
  • Page 21: Data Usage

    Unpairing or aligning a Bluetooth device Some Bluetooth devices have multiple profiles. Profiles can include the ability to transmit your conversations, play music in stereo, or transfer files or other data. You can select which profiles you want to use with your phone. You can also change the name of the Bluetooth device as it appears on your phone.
  • Page 22: Mobile Networks

    continue the data connection. Please note that absence of Wi-Fi will use your data which could cost you an money according to your agreement with your mobile operator. Mobile networks From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Settings screen. Then, choose Wireless & networks >...
  • Page 23: Sound

    • Font size: Set the font size according to your preference by dragging the slider left or right. • Display size: Adjust display size by dragging the slider left or right. • When device is rotated: Tap to select either Rotate the contents of the screen or Stay in current orientation.
  • Page 24: Location

    Location From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Settings screen. Then, choose Personal > Location. You can allow your device access GPS, Wi-Fi networks, and Cellular networks to estimate your location. Apps that have your permission can use this information to deliver location-based services, such as the ability to check in, view commute traffic, or find nearby restaurants.
  • Page 25 • > > Personal > Security > Screen lock > Pattern. • Choose either Require pattern to start device or No thanks, then draw an unlock pattern and tap CONTINUE. • Draw the same unlock pattern again and tap CONFIRM. Setting a screen unlock PIN You can set a numeric PIN to unlock your phone.
  • Page 26: Accounts

    Accounts Use the Accounts settings to add, remove, and manage your accounts, such as Exchange, Facebook, Google, Twitter and other supported accounts depending on which apps you have on your device. From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Settings screen. Then, choose Personal > Accounts.
  • Page 27: Date & Time

    settings and app data from the Google server when apps are reinstalled. • Network settings reset: Reset all network settings, including Wi-Fi, cellular data and Bluetooth by tapping RESET SETTINGS. • Factory data reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data by tapping RESET PHONE.
  • Page 28: Apps

    Apps Installing or uninstalling apps To purchase and download apps, tap to enter the Play Store. Note: Apps can also be downloaded from web pages using the phone browser or third-party app download software. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
  • Page 29 1. Enter a phone number in the keypad to make a call. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open it. 2. Tap , and then choose someone to call from your contacts list. To choose someone to call, scroll, type a name or use the voice calling Google option.
  • Page 30 Receiving a call The Incoming Call screen appears when a call comes in, along with the caller ID and other information you’ve entered in the Contacts. Note: Any missed calls are logged in the Call History , along with a notification. There are various options available when a call comes in.
  • Page 31 Exploring the call history The Call History contains your history of calls received, missed or made. It's an easy way to redial a number, return a call or add a number to your contacts. 1. Tap to enter the Phone screen. 2.
  • Page 32 You have the following options for Call History and then choose Call History. Once in Call History, tap to see the following options: Search call log: Tap to search call log for a specific contact name or number. Clear call history: Tap to erase call records or specific contacts or numbers.
  • Page 33 and then choose Call History. Once in Call History, tap a number or contact, and then tap Call details for information about the call. to delete the call from your call log. Tap Block number to no longer receive calls or texts from this number. Tap Copy number to copy the number to your clipboard.
  • Page 34: Contacts

    Contacts The Contacts app easily saves all your important contact information including contact names, numbers, and email addresses. From the Home screen, tap or tap > to enter the Contacts screen. Adding a contact 1. Tap at the lower right corner of the Contacts screen to add a new contact. 2.
  • Page 35 Managing contacts Searching for a contact 1. From the Contacts screen, tap Search 2. Enter keywords in the search box. Search results will be displayed below the search bar. Note: You can also slide the scroll bar at the right of Contacts to quickly search for a contact. Adding a contact to favorites You can add contacts you use frequently to favorites so that you can find them quickly.
  • Page 36 Note: To access your favorites, tap to enter the Phone screen, then tap Editing a contact You can edit, change or add information to an already existing contact. From the Contacts screen, tap the contact to enter the detailed screen. Tap Edit at the top right.
  • Page 37: Messaging

    Messaging Use the Messaging app to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). From the Home screen, tap at the bottom or tap > to enter the Messaging screen. Creating a message From the Messaging screen, tap Enter the recipient's number or you can tap to select contacts.
  • Page 38 Replying to a message From the Messaging screen, select the message you want to reply to. Compose your message and tap to send it. Searching messages 1. From the Messaging screen, tap Search 2. Enter message content or keywords to quickly search for the message you need. Deleting a message From the Messaging screen, tap and hold the message conversation you want to delete.
  • Page 39 Customizing message settings From the Messaging screen, tap > Settings. From here you are able to configure the message settings, including: • Default message app: Tap to change the default SMS app. • Sound: Tap Sound and choose a default notification tone. •...
  • Page 41: Email

    Email Getting familiar with your Email app From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Email screen. When using it for the first time, you need to enter your email address and password to configure an account. In the Email screen, tap the email type and enter your email address and password. Tap NEXT to allows the phone retrieve network parameters automatically.
  • Page 42 After your email account is configured, you can perform various actions, including: Send an email: to compose a new message. Tap the To field and enter the email address. Or, tap then Add from contacts to choose a contact. Enter a subject and email message. To attach files to your email, tap and select a file.
  • Page 43 Reply to a message: From your email inbox, open the email you want to respond to. Choose one of the following: • To reply to the sender, tap • To reply to the sender and all recipients of the original message, scroll to the bottom of the email and tap Reply all.
  • Page 44: Chrome

    Chrome From the Home screen, tap to browse the Internet or search for information and bookmark your favorite webpages to access them conveniently. Browsing web pages 1. Tap the address field 2. Enter the web address or a keyword to browse the web page. Managing bookmarks Adding a bookmark 1.
  • Page 45: Calendar

    Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Calendar screen. • If you have synced your Gmail account, the first time you open the Calendar app on your phone;...
  • Page 46: Camera

    Camera You can use the Camera app for both taking pictures and recording videos. Taking a photo From the Home screen, tap to open the camera. Focus on your subject by tapping on your phone screen. to take a photo. Or swipe to the left to activate the Pro mode and tap take a photo.
  • Page 47 Creating a video From the Home screen, tap to enter the Camera screen. Swipe to the right to activate the Video mode. to start recording a video. to stop when you finish recording. Sharing a video or photo From the Home screen, tap >...
  • Page 48: Photos

    Photos In the Photos application, you can view, manage and edit photos and videos stores in your phone. From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Photos screen. • To delete an image or a video, select an image or a video, tap on the top right of the Photos screen and tap Delete.
  • Page 49: Clock

    Clock From the Home screen, tap > to enter the Clock screen. You can set alarms, check the current time in various cities around the world, set a timer or use the stopwatch. Operating the alarm From the Clock screen, tap to switch to the Alarm tab.
  • Page 50: Downloads

    Downloads You can download files from Gmail or other areas. From the Home screen, tap > enter the Downloads screen where you can view your downloaded files. • Open a file: From the Downloads screen, tap an item to open it. •...
  • Page 51: Google Apps

    For more details, visit www.support.google.com/android. Stay Connected & Get Updates Get updates, user guides and more information for your Coolpad Canvas at www.coolpad.us. Discover what’s going on right now in cell phone news, trends, techniques & other cool stuff by connecting with us by:...
  • Page 52: Technical Data

    Technical Data Specs & hardware Specifications Dimensions 6” x 3” x .33” Form Factor Bar, Touch screen Antenna Built-in SIM card Nano SIM Network Mode GSM Quad, UMTS and LTE Camera Rear camera: 8 MP AF; Front camera: 5 MP FF Earphone Jack 3.5mm earphone jack Screen Parameters...
  • Page 53: In-Box Contents

    In-box contents Name Quantity Phone Battery Travel Charger USB Cable Warranty Card Quick Start Guide Note: The items supplied with the phone and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 54: Health/Safety/Warranty Guide

    Health/Safety/Warranty Guide Important health information and safety precautions When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the product operating instructions. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire and damage to the equipment, closely observe all of the following precautions.
  • Page 55 service the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or circuits, dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F). Note: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with specified batteries.
  • Page 56 Take other precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion. Prevention of hearing loss Caution: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high- volume levels for prolonged periods of time. Safety precautions for direct sunlight Store this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures.
  • Page 57 Road safety In many jurisdictions, vehicle operators are not permitted to use communication services with handheld devices while the vehicle is in motion, except in the case of emergency. In some countries, using hands-free devices as an alternative is allowed. Safety precautions for rf exposure Use of non-original, non-manufacturer-approved accessories may violate your local RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
  • Page 58 equipment that is adversely affected by RF energy. If you use any personal medical device(s), consult the manufacturer of your device(s) to determine if the device(s) is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your health care provider may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
  • Page 59 - Do not disassemble the cell. - Do not weld the cell directly. - Do not use a seriously damaged or deformed cell. - Thoroughly read the user’s manual before use. Inaccurate handling of polymer lithium ion cell may result in heat, fire, explosion, damage or the capacity loss of the cell. Warning! - Do not put cell into a heating vessel, washing machine or high-pressure container.
  • Page 60 Safety instructions of travel charger Please read the following information carefully. The maximum ambient temperature of the travel charger shall not exceed 40°C (104 degrees F). The Travel Charger shall be installed according to specification. The current of load and output power shall not exceed the following value: Input: AC100-240V~ 50/60Hz 0.15A Output: DC5V...
  • Page 61 Part of Statement 15.105: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 62: Tia Safety Information

    TIA safety information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld phones: Exposure to radio frequency signal Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. When ON, it receives and sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signals. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones.
  • Page 63 Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions or the law requires that you do so. Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
  • Page 64: Safety Information

    Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Be certain to contact the manufacturer or representative regarding this as well as manufacturer of any additional vehicle equipment. Health care facilities Please refer to pages 10 and 11 of this guide for information regarding medical interference with your device.
  • Page 65 The battery doesn’t need to be empty before recharging, and replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. Note: The battery can be recharged several hundred times. Use only Coolpad-approved chargers specific to your phone model as they are designed to maximize battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
  • Page 66 Talking on the phone for long periods of time may reduce call quality due to heat generation. Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, immediately turn the phone OFF and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take it to a Coolpad Authorized Service Center. Do not paint your phone.
  • Page 67 is liable for any damages whatsoever due to loss of any or all data stored on any of your devices. When using the phone in public places, set the ringtone to vibration so you don't disturb others. Do not turn your phone on or off while the device is in close proximity to your ear. Use accessories, such as earphones and headsets with caution.
  • Page 68 Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud noises (e.g.: live concerts) that might cause temporary hearing loss which, in turn, might cause unsafe volume levels to sound like normal levels. Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech or experience any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use and consult your health care provider.
  • Page 69: Nine Driver Safety Tips

    Nine driver safety tips Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere, anytime. An important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When operating a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, when permitted by local law, practice good common sense and remember the following tips: When available and permitted by local law, use a hands-free device.
  • Page 70 where you are going. Use common sense. Do not get caught in a dangerous situation because you are reading or writing and not paying attention to the road or nearby vehicles. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations -- with your phone at your side, help is only three numbers away.
  • Page 71: Consumer Information On Sar

    Consumer information on SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) This Model Phone Meets the Government’s Requirements for Exposure to Radio Waves. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.
  • Page 72 minimum separation distance of 0.59 inches (1.5 cm) must be maintained between the user's body and the back of the phone. Third-party belt clips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components should not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.59 inches (1.5 cm) separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided.
  • Page 73 Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require digital wireless phones be compatible with hearing-aids. The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access to telecommunications services for persons with hearing disabilities. While some wireless phones are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise.
  • Page 74 In the example illustrated above, if a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two values equal M5. This should provide the hearing-aid user with “normal usage” while using their hearing aid with the particular wireless phone.
  • Page 75 Coolpad expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption or suspension of any content or service made available through this device. Coolpad is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content and services. Any question or request for service relating to the content or services should be made directly to the respective content and service provider.
  • Page 76: Trademarks And Copyrights

    Coolpad Technologies, Inc. is prohibited. Coolpad Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to add, modify or delete, any of the contents herein or withdraw this document at any time without prior notice and without assigning any reasons thereof.
  • Page 77: Standard Limited Warranty

    (b) scratches, dents and cosmetic damage, unless caused by COOLPAD; (c) defects or damage resulting from excessive force or use of a metallic object when pressing on a touch screen; (d) equipment from which the serial number and/or the enhancement data code have been removed, defaced, damaged, altered, made illegible, and/or otherwise tampered with;...
  • Page 78 Product. You should keep a separate backup copy of any contents of the Product before delivering the Product to COOLPAD for warranty service, as some or all of the contents may be deleted or...
  • Page 79: Severability

    Product's sale, condition or performance. Notwithstanding the foregoing, neither this warranty nor provision of any Product shall, in and of itself, provide for in persona jurisdiction over any of COOLPAD's employees, contractors, agents, and/or other representatives, or over its affiliated entities. Severability...

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