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STUDIO X8 HD
USER MANUAL
FCC ID: YHLBLUSTX8HD2

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  • Page 1 STUDIO X8 HD USER MANUAL FCC ID: YHLBLUSTX8HD2...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Information ............... 38 FCC Regulations:..............42 RF Exposure Information (SAR) ........43 Introduction ................45 Navigation Bar ..............45 Notifications Bar ..............46 Call Functions ..............49 Contacts ................. 51 Messaging ................55...
  • Page 3 Bluetooth & Wi-Fi ..............57 Opera Mini ................60 Gmail ..................61 Play Store ................63 Camera ................... 66 Photos ..................68 Music ..................71 Next Radio ................73 Sound Recorder ..............75 Files Go .................. 77...
  • Page 4 Calendar ................. 79 Clock ..................81 Settings .................. 83 USB Storage ................87 Troubleshooting ..............90...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information Please carefully read the terms below: Use Safely Do not use the phone in situations where it might cause danger. Transportation Safety Please observe all transportation laws and regulations. Please drive with both hands on the wheel. PLEASE DRIVE RESPONSIBLY - DO NOT TEXT AND DRIVE Hospital Safety Please follow hospital rules and limitations.
  • Page 6 Make sure your mobile phone is switched on and in a service area. In home screen, tap the phone key and dial the emergency number. Accessories and Batteries Use only BLU authorized batteries and accessories. Battery Safety and Precautions > For better performance and longer battery life, it is recommended that you charge the battery fully before using the mobile phone for the first time.
  • Page 7 > Do not expose batteries to extreme temperatures (below -8°C (18°F) or above 43°C (110°F). > Immediately stop using the battery if it produces an odor, cracks and leaks, overheats, distorts or has any other type of physical damage. > Avoid using the charger near or around liquids. If the charger is exposed to water or any liquids, immediately unplug it from the outlet to reduce the risk of overheating, charger malfunction, electric shock or fire.

  • Page 9: Fcc Regulations

    FCC Regulations: This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 10: Rf Exposure Information (Sar)

    RF Exposure Information (SAR) This mobile phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR.
  • Page 11 www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of after searching on FCC YHLBLUSTX8HD2 For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for use with an accessory that contains no metal and the positions the handset a minimum of 1.0cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

  • Page 12: Introduction

    Introduction Power On and Off On - Please ensure the SIM card has been properly inserted into the phone. Long press the Power key to switch the phone on. Off - In standby mode, long press on Power key until an options menu appears. Select Power Off in the menu to power off the phone.

  • Page 13: Notifications Bar

    Opens a list of recently opened applications that allows you to switch conveniently between them. This option can also close any open applications by swiping to the side. Notifications Bar The notification bar is located on the top of the screen which contains useful and important information regarding your phone and the applications that are installed.
  • Page 14 Quick Settings Menu Button Pending Notifications and Applications Quick Notification Settings Clear Button Notification Settings The notification settings panel provides shortcuts to different phone settings for quick access. Click on any of the shortcut notification icons to power on or off.
  • Page 15 To clear notifications: » Drag down the notification bar and click the clear notification icon on the lower right hand part of the notification screen. To access the quick notification settings menu: » Drag down the notification bar completely. Some settings include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Location, Airplane mode, and Flashlight.

  • Page 16: Call Functions

    Call Functions At the dialing interface, enter the phone number and then click the dial key. Placing a Call » Click the Keypad button to open the dial keyboard. At the dial keyboard, enter the phone number you wish to dial.
  • Page 17 To maintain organized, the call log has Favorites, Recent Calls, and Contact set up in quick tabs...

  • Page 18: Contacts

    Contacts Open Contacts » To access Click on the applications menu then on the Contacts icon. » The default display is the phone contacts and SIM card contacts. » Contacts are organized alphabetically by default. Click the menu button to enter the contact search interface or scroll to search a contact. Any numbers or letters associated with any of the contacts saved in the list will be shown in the search results.
  • Page 19 Search Note: Saving your contacts to your Google account facilitates both storage and synchronization with multiple entries across different handsets and tablets. When synchronizing your Gmail with a new phone, all your stored Google contacts are automatically synced with the new phone Add Contact Add New Contact »...
  • Page 20 » Enter the contact information that include adding a picture, name, telephone number, group, address, and email among other options. » Click to save contact. Contact information field...
  • Page 21 Note: You may add individual contacts to any of the home screens by entering the contacts menu, clicking on the specific contact, pressing menu, and then selecting the ‘Add to home screen’ option. You can also share contacts via MMS, Gmail, Bluetooth, and other share options within the same settings menu. Delete Contact »...

  • Page 22: Messaging

    The phone allows you to import and export contacts to synchronize information between different storage types that include the SIM card, Gmail account and your phone. To import or export contacts: » Click the Contacts icon to enter the phonebook. »...
  • Page 23 Add Recipient Text message field Attachments Sending an SMS Application Menu > Messaging > New message » Click the contact icon to enter text message recipient...

  • Page 24: Bluetooth & Wi-Fi

    » Compose Text Message and click Send Sending an MMS When creating message, the default message style is SMS. The message will automatically convert to MMS when adding an attachment or when surpassing 10 pages of SMS messages. » Click the attachment icon in the messaging interface. »...
  • Page 25 List of available Bluetooth devices Note: The maximum detecting time of the phone is 2 minutes Power on Wi-Fi » To access Click on the Settings icon then on Wi-Fi and select to power on Wi-Fi...
  • Page 26 » Click on the desired Wi-Fi network to be connected. Note: Unsecured networks can be connected to directly - secured networks require a password or credentials prior to connection. To display advanced options, click on the available option tab. The network connection screen displays the password field and also displays advanced...

  • Page 27: Opera Mini

    Opera Mini Menu Functions Settings App Layout • This option changes the layout between phone and tablet. Theme • Change browser color Start Page Content • This option configures which news options appear on the start page. New Tabs • This option adjusts the way tabs open Clear Browsing Data •...

  • Page 28: Gmail

    Click menu to access the internet browser options Gmail...
  • Page 29 Gmail is Google’s free email service. To access the Gmail program, click the applications menu and click on the Gmail icon and either sign in with your existing account or follow the instructions to create a new account. Note: In order to keep accounts streamlined with Google services, your Gmail account user name and password will be used for some Google programs that include Google Play Store, Google Drive, Google Photos, Google +, Google Calendar, and Google Wallet.

  • Page 30: Play Store

    The Gmail inbox is separated by default in three different categories. These categories include primary inbox, social inbox where all your Facebook, Twitter, and social media emails are separated to and your Promotions inbox where all your commercial emails are separated. You may adjust these categories in Gmail settings Play Store...
  • Page 31 Google Play allows you to download music, movies, and games directly to your device. Note: You will need to log in to your Google account when configuring the phone or entering the Play Store for the first time. Open the Play Store »...
  • Page 32 Search and select between different Play Store categories Installing an Application » Browse through the categories available or enter the name on the search text box to find your desired application.

  • Page 33: Camera

    » Click on the application. » Click on INSTALL (for free applications) or click on the PRICE (for paid applications). » Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Android OS Note: Any native or installed applications will ask for permission when accessed for the first time. Camera Prior to use: It is suggested that you insert SD card before using the camera or video camera.
  • Page 34 Open the Camera » To access Click the Applications Menu then on the Camera icon Note: You may place a camera shortcut icon on any of the screens Taking a Picture » Aim at the object or scene that the picture will be taken. »...

  • Page 35: Photos

    Camera Options Select between Camera & Video Photos Google Photos organizes all your pictures and videos in a single application.
  • Page 36 Open the Gallery To access » Click on the Applications Menu then on the Photos icon Viewing Pictures and Videos » Click on an image to view in full screen. To play a video clip, click the play button. » To navigate through the gallery, slide your finger to the left or right.
  • Page 37 Pictures and videos are stored in separate albums and pictures can be organized by date and location. Share Pictures While on the image, click on the Share button to share the image. You may share pictures by sending them through different types of installed applications. You may also send pictures through the MMS message function...

  • Page 38: Music

    by attaching a picture and via Bluetooth. Adjust Image While on the image, click the Edit button to adjust images. You may select from different filters or editing options such as Light, Color, Pop, and Crop. Crop Pictures While on the image, click the Edit button to Crop the size of the picture. Once the picture appears, pinch your fingers in or out to adjust the size.
  • Page 39 Song Status Song Controls Search Music You may choose to search for music from media folder through artist name, song name, album name. following formats are available: AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, and OGG.

  • Page 40: Next Radio

    Next Radio Next Radio is an Android app that combines local FM radio via your device's built-in tuner with enhanced content via the Internet to show you album art, station logos, and song & program details in an engaging display. If you like a song, you can purchase it instantly as you are listening. Open the Radio To access »...
  • Page 41 Browse through Now Playing, Station Info, and Recent Playlist Click to Like and Dislike what is currently playing...

  • Page 42: Sound Recorder

    Sound Recorder You may send any recorded audio via the File Manager by selecting any of the default share options that include Bluetooth, MMS, Google Drive and Gmail. Open the Sound Recorder » To access Click on the applications menu then click on the Sound Recorder icon. Record »...
  • Page 43 Recording Controls Note: It is suggested that you save all your recordings in your SD card for maximum storage capacity. Please ensure the SD card is installed for extended storage space.

  • Page 44: Files Go

    Files Go The Files Go manager allows you to search and organize your stored phone files conveniently and efficiently through one program. Open the Files Go » To access Click on the applications menu then click on the Files icon.
  • Page 45 Scroll and search through the Files Go Downloaded and system files.

  • Page 46: Calendar

    Calendar The calendar helps keep track of your life’s most important moments in one application. Open the Calendar » To access Click on the Application Menu then on the Calendar icon. Creating an Event » Long press on the specific date to add a new event. In the new event window, click Edit. »...
  • Page 47 Enter Calendar information that ranges from Name, Location, Date among other options Click to add a new event...

  • Page 48: Clock

    Clock You can use this feature to set up alarms, view the local time in different cities anywhere in the world, and even run a stopwatch. Open the Alarm Clock » To access Click on the Application Menu then click on the Clock icon. View the Current Time in Other Cities »...
  • Page 49 Click to add, edit or delete alarms Then click on the specific hour and minute to set the alarm.

  • Page 50: Settings

    Settings Network & Internet • Settings » Wi-Fi to power on. When on, the Wi-Fi will automatically search for available networks. Any unsecured network can be used directly and any secured network requires a password or credentials prior to connection •...
  • Page 51 • Running Applications- Press the Stop button to terminate any of the applications from the running apps list and clear any RAM usage • Change default apps and set permissions Battery • General power usage information • Power on intelligent power saving •...
  • Page 52 • Pattern: The initial set up will include simple unlock instructions and examples. Click to continue the security pattern step. Note: You can add additional pattern security at power • PIN: Enter a PIN number to unlock the screen • Password: Use a password to unlock the screen •...
  • Page 53 System Language & Input • Language – Change the language of the phone • Personal Dictionary - Add or delete words to the custom dictionary keyboard Date & Time • Select Date Format - There are 3 kinds of formats you can choose from: Month-Day-Year, Day-Month-Year and Year-Month-Day.

  • Page 54: Usb Storage

    • Perform Factory Reset About Device • Verify current device information USB Storage...
  • Page 55 Open USB Storage Connect your phone to a computer using a USB cable. Once connected, a connection interface will appear on the notification settings. Click the USB notification bar icon to access the USB computer connection menu and select the desired setting.
  • Page 56 USB Connection Options: • Charging Only • Transfer files • Camera (PTP): Transfer photos...

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    ▪ Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. ▪ Ensure that the battery being used is a BLU approved battery. ▪ Double check if the charger connector is properly connected to the phone. Note: Connect charger only after the battery has been inserted.
  • Page 58 ▪ Please keep in mind that standby time relates directly to phone usage (Internet, Text, Voice Calls, Maps, etc.). ▪ Batteries typically have to be replaced after a year of use. The phone cannot connect to the network (Voice or Data) ▪...
  • Page 59 The information provided in this user manual is subject to change without notice and BLU Products reserves the right to modify the manual at any given time. BLU Products has made every effort to ensure that this user manual is accurate and disclaims responsibility and liability for any inaccuracies or omissions.

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