Safety Information Welcome to Opel Mobile and thanks for purchasing our products. For the best performance, we recommend you read this manual carefully, especially the "safety instructions". This will take you a few minutes, but it will save you time later and will allow you to enjoy all the features on your device.
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Be careful when handling the battery. The lithium-ion battery can be put into use immediately after being unpacked. Use only the Opel Mobile battery that came with the device. We recommend charging the battery as soon as possible once the device has been switched on.
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Usage conditions and restrictions All packaging materials, especially plastic ones, must be disposed of properly. The lack of this procedure may cause a suffocation danger to children. Any packaging must be kept out of children’s reach. This device is not a toy and strict adult supervision must be adhered to at all times. Keep the device and the accessories beyond children under 6-year old’s reach.
Overview of the SmartKids Phone Inside the box: SmartKids Phone, Phone cover, Glass Screen Protector, microUSB Cable, USB Power adaptor, User Manual and Warranty Card.
Quick Setup Guide The SmartKids phone requires a SIM card with a minimum of 1GB of monthly data and unlimited calls/text and requires the Guardian to download the “Opel Mobile Guardian App” via the Apple store or Google Play store on your phone (The Guardians phone). This app is required for the Guardian to setup the SmartKids phone and to use its many features.
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Installing the Glass Screen Protector 1. Remove the film that is on the SmartKids phone screen. 2. On the Glass screen protector remove the film that is on one side. 3. Align the sticky side down onto the screen. Ensure to align it on the screen accurately.
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1. Hold down the power button for 3 seconds, the phone will then vibrate and begin to load, this process can take up to 1 min. 2. Turn to the SmartKids phone off, press the power button for 3 seconds, then select power off on the top of the screen.
Opel Mobile Guardian App Downloading Opel Mobile Guardian App The Opel Mobile Guardian App is available to download via the Google Play store and the Apple App store. Download the Opel Mobile Guardian App on your phone (The Guardians phone) Search: “Opel Mobile Guardian App”...
Please ensure you have inserted the SIM card, activated the SIM card and turned the SmartKids Phone on and completed initial setup. 1. On your own smartphone (The Guardians phone), open the “Opel Mobile Guardian App” and click on “Create an account”...
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2. Read and Agree to the Privacy and Terms of use. 3. Verify your email address and mobile phone number. You would have received an email and a text message with instructions on how to verify. Once verified your account will be created.
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4. Now your account has been activated. Click on “Add a Device” and choose the SmartKids Phone to pair the SmartKids Phone to your account.
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5. Your camera will open. Allow the app permission to use your camera. 6. On the SmartKids Phone, open the Opel Mobile Guardian App which is located on the home screen. It will prompt you to validate this device, enter in the phone number of the SmartKids Phone, it will then send you a code via SMS to validate this device.
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9. Enter in the SmartKids Phones users profile information. 10. You have now completed the setup and pairing of the SmartKids phone.
1. To view the SmartKids phone location and information, you can click on the users profile icon on the home map screen.
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2. After clicking on the profile it will show basic device information on the bottom of the screen. Click on this box to see addional device information including recent location history and phone acitivity. Here you can also call the SmartKids phone and send a message.
Invite additional Guardians Please note: If you invite additional Guardians, these Guardians will have full access to the SmartKids phone. They will be able to track the SmartKids phone, modify settings and information. If you have multiple devices connected, you need to invite the Guardian to each device separately.
Low battery alerts will allow you as a Guardian to receive notification alerts when the battery on the SmartKids Phone becomes low and needs to be charged. You can turn this feature on or off and adjust what battery level you would like to receive the notification.
Phonebook/Whitelist Numbers To allow only certain numbers to call the SmartKids Phone; turn whitelist numbers on and add the people that you only want to contact the SmartKids Phone. When switched on, phone numbers not listed in the whitelist phonebook will not be able to contact the SmartKids Phone.
App Controls You can control when and what apps can be used via App control. When you create App Controls the user will only be able to use certain apps based on what you set in the App. 1. Tap on SmartKids Phones settings then select App Controls. 2.
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PLEASE NOTE: FOR THE BEST GEOFENCE EXPERIENCE WE RECOMMEND YOU SET GEOFENCE BOUNDARIES ATLEAST 100M AWAY FROM THE LOCATION YOU ARE WANTING TO SET THE GEOFENCE AROUND, AS THE GPS LOCATION MAY VARY FROM TIME TO TIME DEPENDING ON GPS SIGNAL STRENGTH. FOR EXAMPLE: A HOME.
SOS Alert feature is activated. They will receive a text message with an Alert and the location of the SmartKids Phone and will call all 5 contacts. 1. Click on SOS contacts in settings, then click Add and enter the SOS contacts details. You...
Notifications Notification’s tab is located on the Home map screen on the bottom of the screen. Here you can view all notifications you have received from the SmartKids Phone.
Guardian Account The Guardian’s Account is located on the home map screen on the bottom of the screen. Here you can edit your account details, email, phone number and change your password. If you change your email or phone number, you will receive an email or text message to confirm your new email or phone number.
When you need help, press the SOS alert button in the Opel Mobile Guardian App on the SmartKids Phone to activate the SOS sequence. The up to 5 SOS contacts will be sent a text message with the GPS location, letting them know you are in need of help. The...
Troubleshooting and Support If you are experiencing difficulties with your SmartKids Phone or the Opel Mobile Guardian App, please go through the following troubleshoots: The SmartKids Phone will not power on 1. Ensure you are pressing and holding the power button for 3 seconds to turn it 2.
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App is displaying the wrong GPS location Important: If your SmartKids Phone is unable to pick up a GPS signal it will use the Cellular towers to pinpoint your approximate location, this means you will not get a precise location just an approx.
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