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  • Page 1 Aquaris C...
  • Page 2 Complete User Manual...
  • Page 3 Aquaris C The BQ team would like to thank you for purchasing your new Aquaris C. We hope you enjoy using it. Enjoy the fastest mobile network speeds with this unlocked smartphone thanks to 4G coverage. Its dual-SIM functionality (nano-SIM) means you can use two SIM cards at the same time, even if they are from different operators.
  • Page 4 · BQ shall not be held liable for any issues relating to performance or incompatibility resulting from modification of the registry settings by the user. Nor shall it be held liable for any incompatibility issues with third-party applications available through the app stores.
  • Page 5 Trademarks The BQ logo is a registered trademark of Mundo Reader, S.L. The Google™ logo, Android™ and other brands, are registered trademarks of Google Inc. Wi-Fi isaregisteredtrademarkofthe Wi-Fi ® Alliance.Bluetooth registered trademark ® Bluetooth SIG, Inc. MicroSD and the corresponding logo are registered trademarks of SD-3D, LLC.
  • Page 6 Mundo Reader authorises the translation to other languages for educational purposes only. Profit making or commercial purposes are forbidden. The clarification:“The present text is not an official BQ translation” must be included in these translations. Mundo Reader shall not be responsible for the accuracy of said...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Index Before You Start Box Contents Product Overview Getting Started Inserting the SIM cards Switching the Device On and Off Inserting and Removing the microSD Card Charging the Device and Transferring Files Setup Wizard Learning to Use the Multi-Touch Screen Desktop Features Adjusting Screen Rotation Buttons and Icons...
  • Page 8 Keyboard Telephone Managing Contacts Calls SMS and MMS...
  • Page 9 Settings NETWORK AND INTERNET Wi-Fi Mobile Network Data Usage Aeroplane mode Bluetooth Cast screen Android Beam APPS AND NOTIFICATIONS Postpone Individual Notifications Notification Channels and Categories Notification Dots Quick Settings BATTERY DISPLAY SOUND STORAGE SECURITY AND LOCATION Device Security Privacy USERS AND ACCOUNTS ACCESIBILITY Accesibility scan...
  • Page 10 Scheduled Power On and Off Reset Options About Phone...
  • Page 11 Camera Mode Video Mode Photos Apps Individual Permission for Apps from Unknown Sources Play Store Chrome Calendar Maps and GPS Navigation BQ Plus Email Calculator Clock Useful Advice OTA Updates Autofill Service Smart Text Selection BQ Launcher Progressive Installation Progress Bar...

  • Page 12: Before You Start

    Before You Start Before You Start Box Contents Before using your BQ smartphone for the first time, please check the contents of the box. If any of the following items are missing, contact the vendor that sold you the device.
  • Page 13 BQ guarantees the compatibility of its devices only with its genuine accessories. It will not be liable for damages caused by the use of third party accessories with BQ devices, or by the use of third party devices with genuine BQ accessories.

  • Page 14: Product Overview

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Before You Start Product Overview Noise canceller Rear Speake camera r Front camera Frontal flash Volume Micro- SIM/ keysvolumen microS Power Fingerpri button Rear scanner flash Notification LED Headphone jack Microphon Speaker Type C...
  • Page 15 Complete User Manual - English Before You Start Do not attempt to remove the rear cover of your Aquaris C, as this may damage the device. Do not remove the battery by any means. Removing it may invalidate the warranty.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started Inserting the SIM cards Your Aquaris C is a dual SIM smartphone which accepts two nano-SIM cards in the same slot. You can access the SIM tray from the exterior of the device. Do not attempt to remove the battery cover.
  • Page 17 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Your Aquaris C only accepts nano-SIM cards.

  • Page 18: Switching The Device On And Off

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Switching the Device On and Off To switch on your Aquaris C, press and hold down the power button for a few seconds located on the side of the smartphone. Power On/Off If there are two nano-SIM cards in your device, when switching it on you will need to enter the PIN for each one.
  • Page 19 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started If you press briefly on the power button, the screen will switch off but not the device.

  • Page 20: Inserting And Removing The Microsd Card

    Getting Started Inserting and Removing the MicroSD Card The internal memory of your Aquaris C can be expanded to 256 GB using a microSD card. To insert a microSD card, follow these steps: Insert the point of the SIM key into the ejector hole.
  • Page 21 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Note that the use of the microSD card will be limited to Portable storage. Applications cannot be installed on it and it will only serve to support the device›s internal memory.

  • Page 22: Charging The Device And Transferring Files

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Primeros pasos Charging the Device and Transferring Files Your smartphone contains a rechargeable (non-removable) 3000 mAh battery which is charged via the USB type-C port located at the bottom of the device. To charge the battery, a Type-C to Type-A USB 2.0 cable and a Qualcomm Quick Charge™...
  • Page 23 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English The battery in your Aquaris C is non-removable. Removal by anyone other than our Technical Support staff may damage the device and invalidate the Warranty. Allowing the battery to charge fully (2h 20 min) is recommended when you charge it for the first time.
  • Page 24 MIDI inputs, such as keyboards. There are a number of ways to transfer files. The following steps explain how to do this via a USB connection: 1. Connect your Aquaris C to a computer using the the micro-USB to Type-A...
  • Page 25 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started USB 2.0 cable provided. Insert the micro-USB connector into the device’s micro-USB port, and the generic USB connector into the computer’s USB port. 2. Select and copy the desired files to your smartphone or computer. Note that you can store them on either the telephone’s internal memory or the microSD...

  • Page 26: Setup Wizard

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Setup Wizard The first time you switch on your Aquaris C, a setup wizard will help you to configure the basic settings for your device: · Language · SIM cards · Wi-Fi networks ·...
  • Page 27 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started After adding your Google account you have the option to add another account in the Gmail application.

  • Page 28: Learning To Use The Multi-Touch Screen

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Learning to Use the Multi-Touch Screen Your smartphone has a capacitive multi-touch screen with five simultaneous detection points. Different movements, which are linked to different functions, can be made using these points: Touch.
  • Page 29 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Swipe or slide. Swipe your finger left or right on the Home screen to access the extended screens. Slide it up or down to scroll through a website, list or menu.

  • Page 30: Desktop Features

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Desktop Features Adjusting Screen Rotation With some apps the screen will rotate automatically from portrait (vertical) to landscape (horizontal) and vice versa depending on how you are holding your device. To lock the screen rotation, go to Settings > Display > Advanced > Auto- rotate screen and disable it.
  • Page 31 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Home button . You can also long-press it to access the Google Assistant. Access the recent applications list by pressing the Menu button located in the bottom right corner of the device.
  • Page 32 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features This feature provides an improved multitasking experience by allowing two apps to be open on the screen. To start multiwindow mode, one app has to be open and there must be at least one more running in the background.

  • Page 33: Screen Lock

    , icon to the right of the Screen lock option. Your Aquaris C comes with a function that lets you lock and unlock the phone by double tapping the screen. Double-tapping any part of the screen will make it turn on and request the unlock pattern. Double-tap again to turn it off.
  • Page 34 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features...

  • Page 35: Home Screen

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Home Screen The Home screen or Desktop is the main access route to the tools and apps installed on your Aquaris. From here you can check the status of your device, visit websites, open apps, etc.
  • Page 36 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features it out.A first swipe will show arowof six quick settings tiles:A second swipe will reveal the rest of the tiles. Google Search. Tap the search bar to enter the text you want to search for on the internet.
  • Page 37 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Customising the Home screen The Home screen can be extended to the right. To scroll through the Home screen and Extended screens swipe right or left. You can customise these screens with images, shortcuts, apps and widgets.
  • Page 38 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features · Settings: Two options for customising the Home screen are found here. · Display Google application: This function is enabled by default. Swipe the screen rightward to access Google Now, which lets you view cards and perform searches.
  • Page 39 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features To create a shortcut to an app or contact go to the apps drawer, press on the app’s icon and drag it to the desired position on the desktop. App shortcuts can also be created from an app icon regardless of whether it is on the Home screen or in the apps drawer.
  • Page 40 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Grouping items into folders Drag one item on top of another that is to be stored in the same folder. A folder will be created and the items placed inside it automatically. To place another item into this folder, simply drag it in.

  • Page 41: Status Bar

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Moving, deleting or uninstalling items on the Home Screen To move an item on the Home screen, long-press it to detach it from the background, drag it to the desired position and release. You can also move items from one extended screen to another by dragging them to the screen’s edge.
  • Page 42 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Battery fully charged. Wi-Fi enabled and connected to a network. Sound off and vibrate on. Do Not Disturb mode enabled. Aeroplane mode. Data services enabled (this could be 4G, H+, H, 3G, E or G, according to the type of data connection and transfer speed).

  • Page 43: Notification Bar

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Notification bar The notifications and quick settings have now been integrated into one screen. To view the notifications, pull the bar down with one finger. Dismiss them all at once by tapping Clear all, or swipe them to the side one by one.
  • Page 44 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features If you get a notification that you can’t deal with at the time, you can now swipe the app to the right and, before discarding the notification, a clock will appear...
  • Page 45 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Swiping the Notification bar down with one finger reveals a row of six quick settings tiles. Swiping it down with two fingers, or tapping the icon, shows the rest of the options, which provide quick and easy access to many settings.
  • Page 46 Auto-rotate: enables/disables automatic screen rotation. Cast screen: detects remote screens to which images and sound can be sent. Hotspot: enables your BQ device to be used as a hotspot, sharing your internet access with other devices. Tethering: provides access to the tethering and portable hotspot settings.
  • Page 47 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Sound record: opens the audio recording app. Lock: enables you to lock the phone. Shutdown: enables power-off via the pull-down menu. Sync: enables/disables automatic syncing of the device. Volume: access the volume settings.

  • Page 48: Lock Screen

    Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Data saver: enables/disables data savings by allowing control over which apps can access the mobile data network. Night light: enables/disables night light mode. Nearby: provides access to Nearby settings. This feature uses Bluetooth to find, and interact with, services and devices that are near you.
  • Page 49 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features information. If a PIN or Pattern lock is enabled, it will have to be entered before being able to access any applications, except for the camera which can be accessed to take pictures, but for security purposes, does not allow photos which have previously been saved in the gallery to be viewed.
  • Page 50 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Keyboard Tapping a text field reveals a virtual keyboard. Enable/disable caps lock. Change from letters to numbers and symbols, or vice versa. Space. Enter/return. Delete.
  • Page 51 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features The keyboard options may vary depending on the application being used. More information about keyboard settings and text input languages is available in Settings > System > Languages and input.
  • Page 52 Phone Phone The phone book included with our Aquaris C is the Google Contacts app, which varies slightly from the AOSP that we were using until now. The Google Contacts app allows contacts to be saved in the app itself to avoid losing any contacts when saving them on the SIM card or Phone.
  • Page 53 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone 2. Tapping the icon will display a list of available accounts to which the can be contact saved. 3. Fill in the desired fields: a. Name and surname b. Telephone c. Email Tap More fields to add more details about your contact.
  • Page 54 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Tapping the number will show a list with the following options: Create new contact, Add a contact, Send message, Block/mark as spam and Call details. Editing an existing contact 1. Access the Contacts app.
  • Page 55 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone for friends, colleagues, family, etc. To create a group: 1. Select the contact you want to add to a group. 2. Tap the icon to edit the contact. 3. Tap More fields and slide your finger to the “Group name” field.
  • Page 56 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Contacts to display Select which contacts you want to be displayed in the list. Choose from those saved in the Gmail account or Facebook contacts, among others. To select the lists: 1. Open the contacts list and press the icon 2.
  • Page 57 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone We recommend that you always save contacts to your Google account. Apart from providing you with a backup copy if your device is lost or stolen, these contacts can be remotely accessed from any other device.
  • Page 58 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Calls Tap the icon on the Home screen to access the call menu. Your favourite contacts appear here, defined as the people you are most frequently in touch with. Tap Contacts to open the list of contacts. From Recents you can access the chronologically ordered log for incoming and outgoing calls.
  • Page 59 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone If a call is received while the device is locked you can choose to answer it, reject it or respond with a text message. The telephone number of an incoming call will displayed smartphone’s...
  • Page 60 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Options Available During a Telephone Call At the top of the screen, the caller’s name (if stored in your lists of contacts), the phone number (mobile and/or landline), the country they are calling from and the SIM card in use for this call will appear.
  • Page 61 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Once a connection has been established with the third person, you can switch between the two calls or merge them into a conference call (if your mobile network operator allows this).
  • Page 62 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Hiding the Caller ID This option prevents your number from appearing on the device of the called person. To do this: 1. Press the icon on the Home screen. 2. Press the icon and select Settings.
  • Page 63 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone · Caller ID and spam: Google’s database of phone numbers provides this information. When placing or receiving a call, you will be presented with details (a name, for example) on this number if it is not in your contacts. A warning will be displayed if the incoming call is suspected spam.
  • Page 64 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone SMS and MMS Google’s new texting app is called Android Messages. This app enhances the messaging experience given that it is compatible with the new RCS standard (Rich Communication Services). This standard lets you send rich messages (for example, group text-messages or messages with emojis, images, videos, locations or audio notes) through data or Wi-Fi networks.
  • Page 65 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone SMS messages are limited to 160 characters. Longer messages can be written and they will be sent as a single message, however, for billing purposes your network operator will treat them as several messages (one message per 160 characters).
  • Page 66 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone Other options include replying to an existing message or the possibility of choosing the SIM from which you want to send. The icon to the right of the text entry field indicates the SIM in use, tapping it will toggle between SIM 1 and SIM 2.
  • Page 67 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Phone -SIM card messages -Telephone number Both devices (the one sending the SMS and the one receiving) must be compatible with the RCS standard. Check that this is supported by your mobile network operator.
  • Page 68 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings Settings You can fully configure your device using the options listed in the Settings menu .Suggestions appear at the top of the menu for configuring your device, such as the wallpaper or your email account. You can delete the history by going to the icon >...
  • Page 69 From this menu, you can access the following settings: Wi-Fi, Mobile network, Data usage, Wi-Fi hotspot/ Tethering, VPN and Aeroplane mode. WI-FI If Wi-Fi is disabled, move the selector to the right. Your BQ device will automatically search for available Wi-Fi networks. These are displayed in a list that refreshes automatically.
  • Page 70 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings select the preferred network type, set up the APN and select a network operator. Note that your device is Dual SIM Dual Standby, meaning that you cannot enable data on both SIM cards at the same time. However, it is possible to switch between the two while the device is turned on.
  • Page 71 To connect to another device, provided both are visible, simply tap the name of the device you want to connect to. A pop-up window will appear on your screen with a Bluetooth pairing request. Tap Pair on your BQ and confirm on the other device to sync them.
  • Page 72 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings To be able to view the battery level remaining, the connected device must support this option.
  • Page 73 4. From the list, select the screen to which you want to send audio/video. 5. After a few seconds you will see your smartphone’s screen mirrored on the other device in real time. Your Aquaris C is equipped with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, a short range communication system.
  • Page 74 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings ectly set up by going to Settings > Apps and notifications > Advanced > Default apps >Tap and pay > Payment default. 3. Place the rear of the device close to the payment terminal (no further away than 4cm) and keep it still until a tone is heard.
  • Page 75 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings Apps and notifications The settings relating to notifications and apps permissions are located here. Enhanced hierarchical organisation of your notifications. The notifications are not shown in order of arrival, instead, each type of notification now has its own space.
  • Page 76 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings...
  • Page 77 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings CHANNELS AND NOTIFICATION CATEGORIES The new notification channels enable us to personalise the type of notifications that are shown by each app. Previously, Android only allowed us to block all notifications generated by an app, but now we can select which ones we want to see and those we don’t for...
  • Page 78 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings On long-pressing have been incorporated into these shortcuts. on the icon, the For example, you can create a reminder or available event by long-pressing on Google Calendar or shortcuts and a you can access the last email you received.
  • Page 79 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings BACKGROUND COLOURS Ongoing notifications appear with a coloured background, which adapts to multimedia content (for example, to the album cover). QUICK SETTINGS The notifications and quick settings continue to be integrated into one screen. To view the notifications, pull the bar down with one finger.
  • Page 80 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings between Show full use of the device or Show use of apps to control the consumption of the battery more specifically. Background activity is minimised to reduce the battery consumption. For example, if an app requires your location, it will receive the last one recorded instead of activating the GPS.
  • Page 81 Aquaris C Guía completa de usuario - español Settings Display BRIGHTNESS LEVEL Adjusts the brightness of the screen. NIGHT LIGHT When this feature is enabled the screen takes on an orangey tone that lowers the emission of blue light providing relief for the eyes. It has two settings: There are two options for configuring this mode: 1.
  • Page 82 Aquaris C WALLPAPER Lets you choose an image to use as the screen background. Choose live wallpaper, system wallpaper or an image from your gallery. SLEEP Sets the time delay before the screen automatically switches off. DEVICE ROTATION Enables or disables automatic screen rotation when the smartphone is turned.
  • Page 83 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings FONT SIZE Four font sizes are available. DISPLAY SIZE Increase or decrease the size of items on the screen SCREEN SAVER Enables or disables this feature. AMBIENT DISPLAY Turns on the screen when a notification arrives.This feature makes your device wake up as soon as it is picked up and tilted at an angle of 35º...
  • Page 84 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings enable or disable sound and vibration for some system characteristics, such as: Dial pad tones, Screen lock sounds, Touch sounds and Vibrate on touch.
  • Page 85 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings Enjoy your favourite ringtones and sounds Add your own ringtones and sounds without having to import them from a computer or other apps: on selecting the ringtone, you can choose any audio file on your device.To personalise your ringtones, go to Settings >...
  • Page 86 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings button a few times lowers the volume until it reaches vibration mode. Pressing it one more time activates the Do not disturb mode (Alarms only). Barring alarms, this will totally silence the device. Tapping the icon in the upper right corner provides access to the rest of the volume controls.
  • Page 87 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings Storage Two new ways to manage storage have been added to this section: 1.A Storage manager which enables us to quickly and conveniently free up space provides access to the list of...
  • Page 88 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings At the top are the options relating to the General security status: Google Play Protect: Check regularly for harmful behaviour in your apps and on your device. Find my device: This app helps you to locate your device remotely and to protect your data if the device is lost.
  • Page 89 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings DEVICE SECURITY Screen security, the type of screen lock (none, swipe, pattern, PIN or password) and the SIM card lock can be set in this section. If you haven’t already done so on starting your device for the first time, you...
  • Page 90 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings To successfully register your fingerprint you need to place your finger on the sensor several times making small adjustments to the position of your finger each time. Another screen locking method needs to be configured before you are able to use your digital...
  • Page 91 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings PRIVACY If you enable Location tracking you are allowing those apps that request permission to access your location (pre- installed navigation maps). There are two ways of calculating your location: GPS satellites and Wi-Fi and mobile network location.
  • Page 92 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings Users and accounts From here, you can share this device with other people by creating more users, selecting the email accounts that you want to sync and adding any emergency information as appropriate. This information was previously separated in Nougat.
  • Page 93 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings scanning system and switch over to Assistant mode, which provides standard device usage System Captions: customises the captions. Standard options are: Language: set the language in which captions are to be displayed.
  • Page 94 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings Google Aspects relative to your account and services can be configured in this section. Among the options here are Nearby (it uses the device’s sensors to connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with other devices in a radius of 30 metres) and Set up...
  • Page 95 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings list. In addition, it will show search results in the said languages. The language that you place in first position will be the main language of your device. Hold the icon (to the right of the language) down in order to move a language up or down the list.
  • Page 96 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings DATE AND TIME Automatic date and time: sets the time automatically based on location information or the mobile network. Disabling this option will enable manual date and time configuration. Automatic time zone: uses the network-provided time zone when enabled.
  • Page 97 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Settings settings or simply Reset App preferences. You can also Delete all data and carry out a Factory data reset, as well as erasing any remaining DRM (digital content protection) licences after having deleted their associated files.
  • Page 98 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Multimedia Camera Your smartphone has a dual front cameras and a rear one. To access them go to Apps menu > Camera. To switch from one camera to another (front or rear), press on the icon the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 99 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia To access the Photos app and view the last shot taken, tap the circular thumbnail in the bottom left corner. Go back to the camera by tapping the icon in the top left corner.
  • Page 100 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia General Settings The general settings can be accessed from the photo camera or from the video camera by tapping the icon located in each mode’s setting menu (except panoramic). PHOTO FORMAT AND RESOLUTION Format for the rear camera: sets the image size.
  • Page 101 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia VIDEO RESOLUTION Resolution for rear camera: sets the video quality. Values ranging from HD 720p to FHD 1080p are available. Resolution for front camera: sets the video quality. Values ranging from HD...
  • Page 102 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia FILE FORMAT AND STORAGE Store photos as: choose whether to save images on the telephone or the microSD card if one is in use. File format: choose either JPEG or JPEG+DNG format.
  • Page 103 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia OTHER SETTINGS Camera sounds: enables/disables the shutter and countdown sounds when shooting. Video stabilizer: reduces vibration while recording a video. Record without interruptions: Sounds and vibrations are disabled during the recording. Save normal photo in HDR: Saves the photo with normal exposure from the three pictures taken to generate the HDR image.
  • Page 104 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Camera Mode By tapping the screen in Camera mode, a bar will appear by default enabling you to manually adjust the exposure. Pressing the screen locks the focus, which allows the selection of an exposure that is better adapted to the scene, thus optimising the photograph’s quality.
  • Page 105 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Adjusts the exposure time manually. Manually regulates the exposure. PANORAMIC When this mode is enabled, a progress bar appears indicating the direction you can move your phone. To obtain an optimal result try to keep the device as straight as possible while panning.
  • Page 106 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Video Mode When using the video recording function, you can select from the following modes: Fast Motion, Video, Time Lapse. FAST MOTION VIDEO This mode enables video recording in fast motion. This visual effect is achieved by recording a scene at a lower rate of images per second than the projection speed.
  • Page 107 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia time-lapse feature and set the time interval for capturing your images. Each second of time lapse video requires 30 frames. The faster that events move in the scene you are recording, the shorter the time interval you should use.
  • Page 108 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Photos To view the images and videos stored on your device use the Photos app located in the apps drawer. The main screen of the Photos app lets you browse the images and videos stored on your device.
  • Page 109 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Multimedia By default, Android does not allow new folders to be created or images to be moved from one folder to another. However, free third-party apps are available that perform these functions.
  • Page 110 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps Apps openthelistofapplications,simplyswipefromthebottomofthescreenortaptheicon(loc ated just above the dock).The apps drawer contains an alphabetically ordered list of preinstalled and downloaded apps. The apps are arranged vertically. Scroll the list up or down with your finger.
  • Page 111 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps Advanced > Special access > Install unknown apps. For greater security, permissions are now individual. As with previous version, only few specific apps have the authority to install apps from unknown sources and not the entire phone.
  • Page 112 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps Play Store Your smartphone comes with a preinstalled app store that offers you access to all types of programs, games, music, films, books and more. Downloads are arranged into logical categories to help you find exactly what you are looking for.
  • Page 113 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps · New incognito tab: browsing history is not recorded when using these tabs. · Bookmarks: access the list of saved bookmarks. · Recent tabs: access the list of recently closed tabs and restore them if desired.
  • Page 114 Additional charges may be applied according to your with your mobile network operator’s tariffs. BQ Plus BQ offers the possibility of taking out insurance for your device.This can be done within 15 days from first turning it on. More information about its coverage and terms is available at bq.com/ bq-plus...
  • Page 115 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps Email Setting up a Gmail account You will need to set up a Gmail account the first time you switch on your smartphone or after doing a factory reset (this deletes all data).
  • Page 116 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps Add attachments by pressing the icon . Replying to an Email Reply to emails using any of the following three options: · Reply: Only the person that sent the message will receive the reply.
  • Page 117 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps Calculator You will find various tools on your smartphone, such as a practical calculator, which allows you to make basic as well as scientific or advanced calculations. Only the basic options are shown when the app is launched. To access the advanced options, either swipe the screen to the left or rotate the device.
  • Page 118 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Apps The second tab shows the time in any part of the world, the third tab has a programmable timer, and finally, the fourth tab contains a practical stopwatch with lap functionality.
  • Page 119 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Useful Tips Useful Advice and New Features OTA Updates OTA stands for Over the Air, which refers to the way that firmware updates are sent to your device, namely, through a data connection. There are no complex update procedures and minimal user intervention is required.
  • Page 120 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Useful Tips address in Google Maps, according to whether we are copying text from an email, a phone number or a postal address. BQ Launcher The Home screen is also slightly different in this new version of Android. The apps drawer can still be accessed by pressing the icon (on the lower bar, where the shortcut to various apps is located).
  • Page 121 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Useful Tips Progressive installation progress bar On installing an app in Android Oreo, an installation bar appears showing the progress in real time. New emojis The traditional Android emojis showing the little balloons with a character inside give way to the latest emoticons which are recognisable by everyone.
  • Page 122 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Useful Tips button (in the centre) . You can move it around and reposition it to your liking. To find out which apps are compatible with this new option, go to Settings > Apps and notifications >...
  • Page 123 Appendices Appendices Appendix A: Technical specifications. Access all the technical information relative to your device by visiting this link and selecting the corresponding model: http://www.bq.com/en/smartphones Clicking on Specifications will show relevant information, such as: · Dimensions and weight. · Screen.
  • Page 124 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices Casing: use a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild cleaning solution. Rinse the cloth in clean water, wring it out thoroughly and wipe the casing to remove any residual detergent. SAFETY To reduce the risk of an accident, follow these safety instructions: ·...
  • Page 125 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices · Do not subject the charger to impact. Do not charge the battery with a charger that has not been approved by the manufacturer. · Do not use the device during electrical storms.
  • Page 126 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices antenna are installed. Ask the vendor of your vehicle whether your mobile phone or hands-free Bluetooth kit will interfere with the car’s electronic systems. Always pay full attention to the road and respect local laws and regulations on the use of wireless devices when driving.
  • Page 127 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices · Antenna:Using an antenna other than that supplied by Mundo Reader,S.L.may damage the telephone,impair its performance and generate SAR levels (see Appendix C on the next page) that exceed the limits established by law. Do not cover the antenna with your hand as this affects call quality and power consumption, and may shorten both talk and standby times.
  • Page 128 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices (Applicable within the European Union and in European countries with selective waste collection systems). The presence of this symbol on the product, accessories or accompanying informative material indicates that, at the end of their service lives, neither the product nor its electronic accessories (charger, cables, etc.) are to be disposed of...
  • Page 129 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices Appendix D: Information regarding maximum transmission power and frequency bands. To access a mobile network,your device connects toa frequency band,that is,a frequency range in the electromagnetic spectrum.Either 2G,3G or 4G mobile data speeds are available depending on the country and the band.This device complies...
  • Page 130 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English Appendices Appendix E: Information on Exposure to Radio Waves and SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) The design of this smartphone complies with the current regulations governing exposure to radio waves. These regulations are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to ensure the safety of everyone, regardless of age or state of health.
  • Page 131 Appendix F: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device Aquaris C 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.
  • Page 132 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English number of Aquaris C. To view your FCC ID in your device you may also go to Settings > About phone > Legal information > FCC ID.
  • Page 133 The highest SAR value for Aquaris C as reported to the FCC when tested for use at the ear is 1.00 W/kg (1g) and when tested for use close to the body, as described in this user guide, is 0.42 W/kg (1g).
  • Page 134 Aquaris C Complete User Manual - English body-worn accessory and are not holding the device at the ear, position the handset a minimum of 10 mm from your body when the device is switched...
  • Page 135 Firmware version BQ Aquaris C: 1.0.1_20180802-1053...

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