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A508DL
Quick Start Guide
Thank you for choosing TCL. This booklet helps you get started with your new device.
English - CJB2EH0KFAAA
Printed in China

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  • Page 1 A508DL Quick Start Guide Thank you for choosing TCL. This booklet helps you get started with your new device. English - CJB2EH0KFAAA Printed in China...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Your mobile ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1 Text input��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 Phone ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 Contacts ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Messages �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 Gmail ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 17 Getting connected ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 18 Location �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������20 Data backup ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 21 Factory data reset ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 21 Applications & Internal storage ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 Safety and use �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 3: Your Mobile

    Your mobile ���������������������������������������� 1�1 Keys and connectors Headset connector Front camera Touch screen Back Recent Apps Home Indicator light Speaker Speaker Micro-USB connector...
  • Page 4 Back camera SIM card/ microSD Flash card slot Volume key Google Power key Assistant Back • Tap to go back to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, options menu, the notification panel, etc. Home • From any application or screen, touch to return to the Home screen. •...
  • Page 5 Google Assistant key (on the left side of the device) • Press to access the Google Assistant Power key • Press: Lock the screen or light up the screen. • Press and hold: Show the pop-up menu to select from Power off, Restart, Screenshot, Airplane mode, or Emergency mode.
  • Page 6 To install SIM/microSD card, place the SIM/microSD card with the chip facing down into the SIM tray and then slide it into its slot. To remove SIM/microSD card, push up on the chip side of the cards inside the SIM tray. Charging the battery It is advised that you fully charge your battery ( ).
  • Page 7 1�3 Home screen You can bring all of the items (applications, shortcuts, folders and widgets) you use most frequently to your Home screen for quick access. Tap the Home key to get instant access to the Home screen. Status bar •...
  • Page 8 1�3�1 Using the touchscreen To open an application, tap it with your finger. Touch and Hold Touch and hold the item to view options for the item, such as Move, Remove, and more. Drag Place your finger on the screen to drag an object to another location. Slide/Swipe Slide or swipe on the screen to scroll through the applications, images, web pages and more.
  • Page 9 1�3�2 Status bar From the status bar, you can view both phone status and notification information. Status icons GSM only Alarm is set WCDMA only Connected to a Wi-Fi network LTE only Speakerphone is on Signal strength No SIM card inserted No signal Battery is charging Airplane mode...
  • Page 10 Notification icons New Gmail message Missed call New text or multimedia message An open Wi-Fi network is available Upcoming event Uploading data Screenshot error Downloading data Screenshot captured System update available Drag down the Status bar to open the Quick Settings panel or Notification panel. Drag up to close the panels.
  • Page 11 Notification panel When there are notifications, drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel to read the detailed information. Tap on the notification directly to open the notification within the respective app. With the Notification panel open, drag down again to see the Quick Settings menu.
  • Page 12 1�3�3 Lock/Unlock your screen To protect your phone and privacy, you can lock the phone screen by creating a pattern, numeric PIN, or alphanumeric password. 1�3�4 Personalize your Home screen Touch and hold a folder, an application or a widget to activate the Move mode and drag the item to your Home screen.
  • Page 13: Text Input

    Text input ������������������������������������������� 2�1 Using Onscreen Keyboard Onscreen Keyboard settings Swipe up on Home screen > Settings > System > Languages & input, tap the keyboard name to access a series of settings 2�1�1 Google Keyboard Tap to enter text or numbers.
  • Page 14: Phone

    Phone �������������������������������������������� 3�1 Placing a call on the home screen to access Phone application Slide left and right to view Contacts Favorites , and Recent Calls...
  • Page 15 Touch and hold to access voicemail. Tap to place a call Enter the desired number from the keyboard directly or select a contact from Contacts or Phone then tap to place the call. The number you entered can be saved to Contacts by tapping Create new contact If you make a mistake, you can delete the incorrect digits by tapping To hang up a call, tap...
  • Page 16 3�2 Answering or rejecting a call When you receive a call, tap Decline to reject the call or tap Answer to connect the call. For more, tap the incoming call then: • to answer; • to reject; • to reject the call by sending a preset message. •...
  • Page 17: Contacts

    Contacts ���������������������������������������� From Contacts app, view and create contacts on your phone and synchronize these with your Gmail contacts or other applications on the web or on your phone. 4�1 Adding a contact Swipe up on Home screen > Contacts , than tap to create a new contact.
  • Page 18: Messages

    Messages �������������������������������������� Create, edit and receive SMS and MMS with your phone. To open Messages , tap on the Home screen. 5�1 Write message On the message list screen, tap the new message icon to create text/multimedia messages. • Tap to view the whole message thread. •...
  • Page 19: Gmail

    Sending a multimedia message MMS enables you to send video clips, images, photos, animations and sounds to other compatible phones and email addresses. An SMS will be converted to MMS automatically when media files (image, video, audio, etc.) are attached or Subject or email addresses are added as a recipient. Gmail ��������������������������������������������...
  • Page 20: Getting Connected

    Getting connected������������������������������ Your phone can connect to the Internet using 4G networks or Wi-Fi, whichever is convenient and available. 7�1 Connecting to the Internet 7�1�1 Network The first time you turn on your phone, it will automatically configure your 4G network service. To check the network connection you are using, swipe up on Home screen >...
  • Page 21 7�2 Connecting to a computer With a USB cable, you can transfer media files and other files between your microSD card/internal storage and the computer. To connect/disconnect your phone to the computer: • Use a USB cable to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer. You will receive a notification USB charging this device.
  • Page 22: Location

    Location ��������������������������������������������������� Your phone is equipped to display your location using GPS satellites. To activate Location Swipe up on Home screen > Settings > Location • switch next to Use location to turn on. • Tap the You can then open the Maps app to find your location: Use your phone’s GPS satellite receiver to pinpoint your location with an accuracy as close as several meters (“street level”).
  • Page 23: Data Backup

    Data backup ��������������������������������������� This phone enables you to back up your phone’s settings and other application data to the Google Server, with your Google Account. If you replace your phone, the settings and data you’ve backed up are restored onto the new phone the first time you sign in with your Google Account.
  • Page 24: Applications & Internal Storage

    Applications & Internal storage ����� 11�1 Applications With this phone, some built-in Google applications and other third-party applications are available for your convenience. With the built-in applications, you can • Communicate with friends. • Exchange messages or emails with friends. •...
  • Page 25: Safety And Use

    Without limiting the foregoing, it is further understood that TCL Mobile and its Affiliates are not responsible for any use of the Accessed Information or the results arising from such use, and that you use such information at your own risk.
  • Page 26 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 operating instructions on the product. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.
  • Page 27 This symbol on your phone, the battery, and the accessories mean that these products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life: • Municipal waste disposal centers with specific bins for these types of equipment; • Collection bins at points of sale.
  • Page 28 Road safety Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an accident. Using a phone while driving (even with a hands-free kit) may cause distraction and can lead to an accident. You must comply with local laws and regulations restricting the use of wireless devices while driving.
  • Page 29 Electrical safety Accessories  • Use only approved accessories. • Do not connect with incompatible products or accessories. • Take the necessary precautions not to touch or allow metal objects, such as coins or key rings, to contact or short circuit the battery terminals. Connection to a car ...
  • Page 30 • Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or aerosols to clean the device or its accessories. • Do not paint your phone or its accessories • Do not attempt to disassemble your phone or its accessories, only authorized personnel must do so.
  • Page 31 Mounting accessories  Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. Avoid unstable mounting ...
  • Page 32 Regulatory agency identifications For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a model number of A508DL. To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your device, use only the accessories listed below with your A508DL device.
  • Page 33 Important Note Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual.
  • Page 34 For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the TCL Mobile Limited. Accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
  • Page 35 Normal condition only to ensure the radiative performance and safety of the interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
  • Page 36 Hearing aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives. RoHS compliance This product is in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 January 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.

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