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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 About this Manual ........Thank you for choosing the TCL STYLUS 5G. In order to maintain your device in optimal condition, please read this manual and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started ..................4 1.1 Overview ....................4 1.2 Setup .......................7 1.3 Home Screen ...................9 1.4 Text Input ....................17 Multimedia Applications .................20 2.1 Stylus .....................20 2.2 Camera ....................20 2.3 Gallery ....................24 Apps and Features .................28 3.1 Phone ....................28 3.2 Contacts ....................33 3.3 Messaging .....................36 3.4 Calendar ....................39 3.5 Clock......................40...
  • Page 4 4.7 Display ....................54 4.8 Sound & Vibration .................55 4.9 Notifications ..................56 4.10 Button & Gestures .................56 4.11 Advanced Features ................56 4.12 Smart Manager ..................58 4.13 Security & Biometrics ................59 4.14 Location ....................60 4.15 Privacy ....................60 4.16 Safety & Emergency ................60 4.17 Apps ......................60 4.18 Storage ....................60 4.19 Users &...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started ........Overview Microphone Front camera Stylus quick functions Microphone Speaker Headset connector Stylus USB Type-C Icon will be displayed after the Stylus has been pulled out of the device.
  • Page 6 Back camera Flash SIM and microSD tray Volume keys Power key Fingerprint sensor...
  • Page 7 Back button • Touch to go back to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, options menu, the notification panel, etc. Home button • From any application or screen, touch to return to the Home screen. • Touch and hold to open Google Assistant. You can get help such as getting directions and restaurant information based on the content detected on the screen.

  • Page 8: Setup

    Setup Inserting or removing the SIM/microSD card 1. Use the provided SIM pin to open the SIM tray. 2. Pull out the SIM tray. 3. Place the SIM card or microSD card into the tray slot and carefully close the SIM tray.
  • Page 9 Charging the battery You are advised to fully charge the battery ( ). Charging status is indicated by a percentage displayed on screen while the phone is powered off. The percentage increases as the phone is charged. To reduce power consumption and energy waste when the battery is fully charged, disconnect your charger from the plug;...

  • Page 10: Home Screen

    Home Screen You can bring all of the items that you use most frequently (applications, shortcuts, widgets, folders) to your Home screen for quick access. Status bar • Status/Notification indicators • Swipe down to open the Notification panel Search bar Enter text search screen.
  • Page 11 Using the touchscreen Touch To access an application, touch it with your finger. Touch and hold To enter the available options for an item, touch and hold the item. For example. Select a contact in Contacts and touch and hold it. An options list will then appear. Drag Place your finger on the screen to drag an object to another location.
  • Page 12 Status bar From the status bar, you can view both phone status (on the right side) and notification information (on the left side). Drag down the status bar to view notifications and drag again to enter the quick settings panel. Touch and drag up to close it.
  • Page 13 Notification panel When there are notifications, touch and drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel to read more detailed information. Touch to clear all event–based notifications (other ongoing notifications will remain).
  • Page 14 Quick settings panel Touch and drag down from the top of the screen twice to open the Quick settings panel. You can enable or disable functions or change modes by touching the icons. Touch to customize your Quick settings panel. Touch to access Settings, where you can set more items.
  • Page 15 Swipe to unlock the screen Press the Power key once to light up the screen, swipe up the screen to unlock the screen. Double tap to enter the detailed screen Swipe up to unlock the screen Swipe right to Swipe left to enter Phone enter Camera Enter a password to unlock the screen...
  • Page 16 Use Fingerprint unlock • For the best result, begin with the index finger on your dominant hand. • Put your finger on the sensor and lift after you feel a vibration. Keep lifting your finger to add the different parts of your fingerprint. •...
  • Page 17 Widgets and recently used applications Widgets Touch and hold the empty area in the Home screen, then touch Widgets to display all widgets. Touch and hold the selected widget and slide it to move to your preferred screen. Recently used applications To consult recently used applications, touch the Recent apps key.

  • Page 18: Text Input

    Volume adjustment Press the Volume key to adjust the Ring volume. Touch the icon to adjust Media, Alarm and Notification volume. Text Input Using the Onscreen Keyboard Onscreen Keyboard settings Touch Settings > System > Language & input, touch the Virtual keyboard you want to set up and a series of settings will become available.
  • Page 19 Android keyboard Enter recipient numbers or select from contacts Touch to send the message Touch to insert emoji Touch to insert a period Touch and hold to select symbols Touch to switch between "abc/Abc" mode Touch twice to switch to "ABC" mode Touch to access the symbols and numbers keyboards Touch to insert a comma Touch and hold to access keyboard settings, insert an emoji, or view input...
  • Page 20 Text editing You can edit text which you have entered. • Touch and hold or double tap within the text you want to edit. • Drag the tabs to change the amount of text to edit. • The following options will appear: Cut, Copy, and Share. You can also insert new texts if preferred •...

  • Page 21: Multimedia Applications

    Multimedia Applications Stylus After you pull out the Stylus, the following icon will display on the left side of the home screen. Touch to enter Shortcuts panel, such as New handwriting, New typing note, Screenshot handwriting etc. operations. Touch to set more options. Touch to exit Stylus function.
  • Page 22 Select filter s Flash mode: Touch to turn on/off the camera flash WARNING: Keep a safe distance when using the flash. Do not point the flash toward people’s or animals’ eyes. Take a timed photo Take HDR photos Zoom in/out Turn on/off Ultra Wide mode.
  • Page 23 To take a photo The screen acts as the viewfinder. First, position the object or landscape in the viewfinder, touch the screen to focus if necessary. Touch to capture. The photo will be automatically saved. You can also touch and hold to take burst shots.
  • Page 24 Touch to access more modes. These modes can be moved to the main screen by touching • PRO: Pro camera mode lets you fine-tune parameters and gives you full control over ISO, WB exposure time, aperture, shutter speed and so on. •...

  • Page 25: Gallery

    • Gesture to capture: When activated, using the "palm" gesture to take a photo or video. • Storage: Touch to choose between phone and microSD card storage when an microSD card is inserted. The default is phone storage. • Save location information: Turn on to tag photos and videos with your location.
  • Page 26 Tap to access more options Explore Explore collects photos into groups making them more easy to find Albums Photos, videos, screenshots, etc. are all automatically grouped in Albums Moments View the photos/videos you have just taken Working with pictures You can work with pictures by rotating or cropping them, sharing them with friends, setting them as a contact photo or wallpaper, etc.
  • Page 27 Draw the picture. Adjust the picture color. Touch to set Dehaze, Object eraser and Sky. • Touch to set the picture as your favorite. • Touch to delete the picture. > Set as to set the picture as a Contact photo or Wallpaper. •...
  • Page 28 Move/copy pictures or videos > Copy Touch and hold the picture(s) or video(s) you want to move/copy. Touch to album/Move to album, then select the album that you want to move to/copy Delete or recover pictures or videos > DELETE. Touch and hold the picture(s) or video(s) you want to delete, touch Deleted items will be retained in the Trash album for 30 days, after which they will be permanently deleted.

  • Page 29: Apps And Features

    Apps and Features Phone ............Making a call To make a call, touch in the Favorites tray. View the call's detailed information Call logs Show the dial pad Contacts Favorite numbers...
  • Page 30 Touch and hold to access voicemail Enter the desired number from the dial pad and touch to place the call or select a contact from Contacts or Call logs by sliding or touching tabs, then make the call. The number you entered can be saved to Contacts by touching Create new contact or Add to a contact.
  • Page 31 Answering or rejecting a call When you receive a call: • Press ANSWER, or swipe up the icon to answer; • Press DECLINE, or swipe down the icon to reject; • Swipe up the icon to reject the call by sending a preset message. Calling your voicemail Your voicemail is provided by your network to avoid missing calls.
  • Page 32 During a call To adjust the volume during a call, press the Volume up/down key. End the current call. Touch to mute the current call. Touch this icon again to unmute the call. Display the dial pad. Touch to activate the speaker during the current call. Touch this icon again to deactivate the speaker.
  • Page 33 To avoid accidental operation of the touchscreen during a call, the screen will be locked automatically when you put the cellphone close to your ear and it will be unlocked when the cellphone is taken away from your ear. Managing multiple calls With this phone you can handle multiple calls at the same time.

  • Page 34: Contacts

    Contacts ............Contacts enables quick and easy access to the contact you want to reach. You can view and create contacts on your phone and synchronize these with your Gmail contacts or other applications on the web or on your phone. Consult your Contacts To see your contacts, touch from the App drawer.
  • Page 35 Adding a contact Touch in the contact list to create a new contact. You are required to enter the contact's name and other contact information. By scrolling up and down the screen, you can move from one field to another. Touch to save Select a picture or take a photo for the Phone contact Touch to open available labels...
  • Page 36 Using the Quick contact panel Touch a contact to open the Quick contact panel. • Touch or the number to make a call. • Touch to send a message. • Touch to make a video call. The icons available on the Quick contact panel depend on the information you have for the contact and the applications and accounts on your phone.

  • Page 37: Messaging

    Accounts Contacts, data or other information can be synchronized from multiple accounts, depending on the applications installed on your phone. from the contacts list and touch Settings > Accounts To add an account, touch > Add account, or from the home screen, touch Settings > Accounts > Add account.
  • Page 38 Sending a text message • To add recipients, enter a mobile phone number or select a contact in the To bar. • Touch the Text message bar to enter the text of the message. • When finished, touch to send the text message. Specific letters (accented) will also increase the size of the SMS.
  • Page 39 Manage messages When receiving a message, will appear on the Status bar as a notification. Drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel. Touch the new message to open and read it. You can also access the Messages application and touch the message to open it.

  • Page 40: Calendar

    Calendar ............Use Calendar to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc. To view the calendar and create events, open the Google apps folder from the Home screen, then touch Calendar. Multimode view You can display the Calendar by Schedule, Day, 3 days, Week, or Month, touch to select.

  • Page 41: Clock

    Event reminder If a reminder is set for an event, the upcoming event icon will appear on the Status bar as a notification when the reminder time arrives. Touch and drag down the Status bar to open the notification panel, touch an event name to view the Calendar notification list.
  • Page 42 Timer From the Clock screen, touch Timer to enter. • Touch the provided time to start the countdown directly. Or • Set the time. Touch to start the countdown. • Touch to pause. • Touch to reset.
  • Page 43 Stopwatch From the Clock screen, touch Stopwatch to enter. • Touch to start the Stopwatch. • Touch to pause. • Touch to reset. • Touch to share. Adjust Clock settings Touch to access Clock and Alarm settings.

  • Page 44: Calculator

    Calculator ............ To solve mathematical problems with Calculator, swipe up from the home screen, then tap Calculation history Touch to switch between Basic calculation and Scientific calculation For more options about Currency and Unit conversion Touch to delete digits one by one...

  • Page 45: Google Applications

    Google Applications Google apps are preinstalled on your phone to improve work efficiency and help you enjoy life. This manual briefly introduces the apps. For detailed features and user guides, refer to the related websites or the introduction provided in the apps. You are recommended to register with a Google account to enjoy full functionality.
  • Page 46 Drive A file storage and synchronization service created by Google, which allows users to store files in the cloud, share and edit files. Files in Drive are kept secure and can be accessed from any device by logging in to your Google Account.
  • Page 47 Files Files displays all data stored on the phone, including both external microSD card and internal storage, such as applications, media files downloaded from Google Play Store, YouTube or other locations; Videos, pictures or audios you have captured; other data transferred via Bluetooth, USB cable, etc.

  • Page 48: Settings

    Settings......... To go to Settings, swipe up from the Home screen or swipe left and then tap Settings You can also swipe down from the notification panel and touch Wi-Fi You can connect to the internet when your phone is within range of a wireless network.

  • Page 49: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communication technology that you can use to exchange data, or connect to other Bluetooth devices for various uses. To turn on Bluetooth • Touch Settings > Bluetooth. • Turn on Your device name will appear on screen. To rename your device •...

  • Page 50: Mobile Network

    Mobile Network You can set Data roaming, Network mode, VoLTE, Network and Access Point Names etc. in this menu. Connections Airplane mode Airplane mode to simultaneously disable all wireless connections Turn on including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and more. Hotspot & tethering To share your phone's data connection via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB and Ethernet tethering, or as a mobile hotspot, go to Settings >...
  • Page 51 Mobile data Mobile data. If the network is not connected, you can turn on If you do not need to transmit data on cellular networks, turn off Mobile data to avoid incurring significant charges for data use on local carrier cellular networks, particularly if you do not have a cellular data agreement.
  • Page 52 To edit/delete a VPN To edit a VPN: • Touch Settings > Connected devices > VPN. • The VPNs you have added are listed. Touch the icon next to the VPN you want to edit. • After editing, touch SAVE. To delete a VPN: icon next to the selected VPN, then touch FORGET to delete it.

  • Page 53: Home Screen & Lock Screen

    With a USB cable, you can charge your device, transfer files or photos (MTP/PTP) between your phone and a computer. To connect your phone to the computer • Use the USB cable that came with your phone to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer.

  • Page 54: Nxtvision

    NXTVISION NXTVISION provides image enhancement, video & game enhancement and other screen functions, helping your screen to come alive with a wonderful visually enhanced experience. Image enhancement Turn on to enhance image contrast automatically, sharpness and dark details. Video & Game enhancement Turn on to enhance the color, contrast, and depth of detail for videos and games to provide HDR-quality viewing.

  • Page 55: Display

    Display Brightness level Adjust screen brightness manually. Adaptive brightness Turn on to adjust screen brightness automatically. Darker display mode Adjust dark light mode screen brightness manually. Dark mode Empty screen space will become black in this mode, making it easier to look at your screen or read in dim light.

  • Page 56: Sound & Vibration

    Auto-rotate screen Select whether the screen rotates automatically or not. Status bar & dotch With this menu, you can turn on/off show network speed, set the style of the status bar, select whether notification icons are folded and how the battery percentage is displayed.

  • Page 57: Notifications

    More sound settings Set dial pad tones, screen locking sounds, touch sounds, vibrate on touch, Power on sounds, emergency alerts. Notifications In Notification settings, you can set App icon badges, Lock screen quick settings, etc. 4.10 Button & Gestures System navigation Select your favorite navigation and button layout (only use for button navigation).
  • Page 58 Smart App Recommend Turn on . When you plug in a headset, or connect to a speaker, the Smart App launcher will appear on the bottom left of your phone screen with a recommended app. The recommended app is automatically selected based on your device usage habits.

  • Page 59: Smart Manager

    Screen Recorder Set the video resolution and sound. To activate Screen Recorder, touch the icon in the Quick Settings panel. Easy Stylus Shortcut panel Touch Shortcut panel to enter Stylus quick functions customize operation. Turn to on/off Shortcut panel, default is On. After you pulled out the stylus and popup the Shortcuts panel automaticly while using the phone.

  • Page 60: Security & Biometrics

    4.13 Security & Biometrics Screen lock Select one method such as Swipe, Pattern, PIN, or Password to unlock the screen. Fingerprint Use your Fingerprint to unlock the screen or app. Access to add fingerprint or turn on/off more options. Face unlock Face unlock allows you to unlock your device with your facial data.

  • Page 61: Location

    4.14 Location Tap to set whether to allow an app to access your device's location. You can set to allow continual access, or only while the app is in use. 4.15 Privacy To protect your privacy, you can set an app to be allowed or forbidden access to your location, SMS, phone, etc.

  • Page 62: Digital Wellbeing & Parental Controls

    4.20 Digital Wellbeing & Parental Controls In this menu you can find how much time you have spent on the phone and even on each app. You can customize the time limit for using the phone to ensure a healthy and balanced life. In addition, parents are able to restrict their children's usage time to manage their browsing habits.
  • Page 63 Date & time Use Date & time settings to customize your preferences for how date and time are displayed. Backup Turn on to back up your phone’s settings and other application data to Google servers. If you replace your phone, the settings and data you’ve backed up will be restored onto the new phone when you sign in with your Google Account.

  • Page 64: Fota Upgrade

    FOTA Upgrade Use the FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) upgrade to update your phone's software. To access updates, from the app list, touch Settings > System > System Update. Turn on data connection or Wi-Fi before searching for updates. With Wi-Fi turned on, the system is able to discover if a new firmware version is available and if so, begin to download it automatically.

  • Page 65: Safety And Regulatory Information

    Safety and Regulatory Information ..Safety and Use We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your mobile device. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained herein. Use of connected devices subject to your wireless carrier's Terms and Conditions.
  • Page 66 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. Privacy Please note that you must respect the laws and regulations of your jurisdiction or other jurisdiction(s) where you will use your mobile device regarding taking photographs and recording sounds with your mobile device.
  • Page 67 (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
  • Page 68 This smartphone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that the smartphone uses. However, other wireless technologies may be used in this smartphone that have not been tested for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of your smartphone thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you hear any interfering noise when using this smartphone with your hearing aid or cochlear implant.
  • Page 69 • Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred. • Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire, explosion or other hazard Products that have the below symbol must be taken to collection points at the end of their life: •...
  • Page 70 Licenses microSD logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth ® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Device Manufacturer and its affiliates is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ........Before contacting the service center, here are some instructions to help you troubleshoot your device: • For optimal operation, fully charge the battery. • To improve the phone’s performance, remove unnecessary files or apps on your phone. • Update your phone's software via Settings > System > System Update. •...
  • Page 72 My phone can't charge properly • Make sure that you are using the TCL charger that comes with the phone. • Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; if the battery power has been empty for a long time, it may take around 20 minutes to display the battery charging indicator on the screen.
  • Page 73 I can't use the features described in the manual • Check with your carrier to make sure that your subscription includes this service. • Make sure that this feature doesn't require a TCL accessory. When I select a number from my contacts, the number can't be dialled •...
  • Page 74 My callers can't leave messages on my voicemail • Contact your network carrier to check service availability. I can't access my voicemail • Make sure that your carrier’s voicemail number is correctly entered in "Voicemail number". • Try later if the network is busy. I can't send and receive MMS •...
  • Page 75 The battery drains too fast • Make sure that you follow the complete charge time (minimum 120 minutes). • After a partial charge, the battery level indicator may not be exact. Wait for at least 20 minutes after removing the charger to obtain an exact indication. •...

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