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Nokia 6.1

User Guide

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2018-10-15

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Page 1 NOKIA Nokia 6.1 User Guide ssue 2018-10-15 en-USA...
Page 2 Nokia 6.1 User Guide About this user guide Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read "For your safety" and "Product Safety" info in the printed user guide, or at www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the printed user guide.
Page 3 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Table of Contents About this user guide Get started Keep your phone up to date Keys and parts Insert or remove SIM and memory card Charge your phone Switch on and set up your phone Dual SIM settings...
Page 4 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Camera basics Record a video Use your camera like a pro Save your photos and videos to a memory card Your photos and videos Internet and connections Activate Wi-Fi Use a mobile data connection Browse Close...
Page 5 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Product and safety information For your safety Network services and costs Emergency calls Take care of your device Recycle Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol Battery and charger information Small children Medical devices Implanted medical devices Hearing Protect your device from harmful content...
Page 6 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Get started Keep your phone up to date YOUR PHONE SOFTWARE Keep your phone up to date and accept available software updates to get new and enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone's performance.
Page 7 Nokia 6.1 User Guide This user guide applies to following models: TA - 1068, TA-1050, TA-1043, TA-IOI TA-1045. 1. Fingerprint sensor Front camera Volume keys 2. Flash 10. Power/Lock key 3. Main camera 11. Charger connector 4. Audio connector 5. SIM card/MicroSD card 12.
Page 8 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Insert or remove SIM and memory card INSERT SIM AND MEMORY CARD micr-o 1. To open the SIM card tray, insert the tray opener in the hole next to the tray and push. 2. Put the nano-SIM into slot 1 located on the tray with the contact area face down.
Page 9 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Charge your phone CHARGE THE BATTERY 1. Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet. 2. Connect the cable to your phone. Your phone supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your phone from a computer with a USB cable, but it may take a longer time.
Page 10 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Switch on and set up your phone When you switch your phone on for the first time, your phone guides you to set up your network connections and phone settings. SWITCH ON YOUR PHONE 1. To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates.
Page 11 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Note: On dual SIM capable devices, both SIMI and SIM2 slots support 4G networks. However, if your SIMI and SIM2 are both LTESIM cards, the primary SIM supports 4G/3G/2G networks, while the secondary SIM can only support 3G/2G. For more information on your SIM cards, contact your service provider.
Page 12 Nokia 6.1 User Guide A FINGERPRINT 1. Tap Settings > Security & Location > Fingerprint . If you don't have screen lock set up on your phone, tap Screen lock 2. Select what backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and follow the instructions shown on your phone.
Page 13 Nokia 6.1 User Guide TAP AND HOLD TO DRAG AN ITEM Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds, and slide your finger across the screen. SWIPE Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the direction you want.
Page 14 Nokia 6.1 User Guide SCROLL THROUGH A LONG LIST OR MENU Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen, and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen. ZOOM IN OR OUT Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or together.
Page 15 Nokia 6.1 User Guide LOCK THE SCREEN ORIENTATION The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90 degrees. To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of the screen, and tap Auto-rotate to switch Portrait...
Page 16 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Basics Personalize your phone Learn how to personalize the home screen and how to change ringtones. CHANGE YOUR WALLPAPER Tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper CHANGE YOUR PHONE RINGTONE 1. Tap Settings > Sound 2. Tap Phone ringtone (SIMI) or > Phone ringtone (SIM2) to select the ringtone for respective SIMS.
Page 17 Nokia 6.1 User Guide CLOSE AN APP Tap O, and tap x on the app you want to close. FIND YOUR APPS On the home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to see all your apps. CLOSE...
Page 18 Nokia 6.1 User Guide To see notification dots, tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Notifications and switch Allow notification dots to on. A small dot will appear on the app icon, if you've got a notification, but haven't attended to it yet. Tap and hold the icon to see available options.
Page 19 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Control volume CHANGE THE VOLUME If you have trouble hearing your phone ringing in noisy environments, or calls are too loud, you can change the volume to your liking by using the volume keys on the side of your phone.
Page 20 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Battery life Get the most out of your phone while getting the battery life you need. There are steps you can take to save power on your phone. EXTEND BATTERY LIFE To save power: 1. Always charge the battery fully.
Page 21 Nokia 6.1 User Guide otherwise using your phone, but don't want to make or receive calls, switch the airplane mode on. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Airplane mode Airplane mode closes connections to the mobile network and switches your device's...
Page 22 Nokia 6.1 User Guide STOP DATA ROAMING Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile network , and switch Roaming off. Write text Learn how to write text quickly and efficiently using your phone's keyboard. USE THE ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD Writing with the on-screen keyboard is easy. You can use the keyboard when holding your phone in portrait or landscape mode.
Page 23 Nokia 6.1 User Guide COPY OR PASTE TEXT Tap and hold a word, drag the markers before and after the word to highlight the section you want to copy, and tap COPY. To paste the text, tap where you want to...
Page 24 Nokia 6.1 User Guide f you do not want the keyboard to suggest words while typing, turn off the text corrections. Tap Settings > System > Languages & input > Virtual keyboard . Select the keyboard you normally use. Tap Text correction and switch off the text correction methods you do not want to use.
Page 25 Nokia 6.1 User Guide CHANGE THE CLOCK TO THE 24-HOUR FORMAT Tap Settings > System > Date & time , and switch Use 24-hour format on. Clock and alarm Your clock is not just for alarms - learn what else you can do.
Page 26 Nokia 6.1 User Guide SNOOZE AN ALARM If you don't want to get up just yet, when the alarm sounds, swipe the alarm left. To adjust the snooze length, tap Clock > > Settings > Snooze length and select the length to your liking.
Page 27 Nokia 6.1 User Guide INCREASE OR DECREASE THE FONT SIZE Do you want to have larger fonts on your phone? 1. Tap Settings > Accessibility 2. Tap Font size . To increase or decrease the font size, drag the font size level slider.
Page 28 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Connect with your friends and family Calls MAKE A CALL 1. Tap 2. Type in a number, or tap and select a contact you want to call. 3. Tap If you have a second SIM inserted, tap the corresponding icon to make a call from a specific SIM.
Page 29 Nokia 6.1 User Guide SAVE A CONTACT FROM CALL HISTORY 1. In Phone, tap O to seecall history. 2. Tap the number you want to save. 3. Select if you want to Create new contact or Add to a contact .
Page 30 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Send and receive messages Keep in touch with your friends and family members through text messages. SEND A MESSAGE 1. Tap Messages . 2. Tap O 3. To add a recipient, type their number in a recipients box. To add a contact, start typing their name and tap the contact.
Page 31 Nokia 6.1 User Guide A MAIL ACCOUNT When you use the Gmail app for the first time, you are asked to set up your email account. 1. Tap Gmail 2. You can select the address connected with your Google account or tap Add an...
Page 32 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Get social Want to connect and share stuff with the people in your life? With social apps, you can stay up to date with what's happening with your friends. SOCIAL APPS To keep in touch with your friends and family, sign in to your instant messaging, sharing, and social networking services.
Page 33 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Camera Camera basics Why carry a separate camera if your phone has all you need for capturing memories? With your phone's camera, you can easily take photos or record videos. TAKE A PHOTO Shoot sharp and vibrant photos - capture the best moments in your photo album.
Page 34 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Tip: When you take a picture in-picture photo or record a picture in-picture video, and want to move the smaller picture, tap and hold it and drag it to the place where you want. TAKE PANORAMAS Tap Camera >...
Page 35 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Use your camera like a pro Use the different modes in you camera to enhance the quality of your photos. LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAMERA SETTINGS In the Camera app, tap Settings to learn more about each setting.
Page 36 Nokia 6.1 User Guide TAKE HIGH QUALITY PHOTOS In the Camera app, tap > Settings > Resolution , and set the resolution that you want to. Save your photos and videos to a memory card If there is a memory card in your phone, and your phone memory is filling up, save the photos you take and videos you record to the memory card.
Page 37 Nokia 6.1 User Guide You can use your computer's file manager to copy or move your photos and videos to the computer. Connect your phone to the computer with a compatible USB cable. To set the USB connection type, open the notification panel, and tap the USB notification.
Page 38 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Internet and connections Activate Wi-Fi Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a mobile data connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile data connections are available, your phone uses the Wi-Fi connection.
Page 39 Nokia 6.1 User Guide TURN ON THE MOBILE DATA CONNECTION Swipe down from the top of the screen, tap Mobile data and switch Mobile data USE A MOBILE DATA CONNECTION WHEN ROAMING Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile network , and switch Roaming to On Tip: To follow your data usage, tap Settings >...
Page 40 Nokia 6.1 User Guide START BROWSING No need for a computer- you can easily browse the internet on your phone. Catch up on the news, and visit your favorite websites. You can use the browser on your phone to view web pages on the internet.
Page 41 Nokia 6.1 User Guide SEARCH THE WEB Explore the web and the outside world with Google search. You can use the keyboard to write your search words. In Chrome, 1. Tap the search bar. 2. Write your search word in the search box.
Page 42 Nokia 6.1 User Guide TURN ON AIRPLANE MODE 1. Tap Settings > Network & Internet 2. Switch on Airplane mode Airplane mode closes connections to the mobile network and switches your device's wireless features off. Comply with the instructions and safety requirements given by, for example, an airline, and any applicable laws and regulations.
Page 43 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Paired devices can connect to your phone when Bluetooth is switched on. Other devices can detect your phone only if the Bluetooth settings view is open. Do not pair with or accept connection requests from an unknown device. This helps to protect your phone from harmful content.
Page 44 Nokia 6.1 User Guide 2. Switch Bluetooth On . 3. Goto the content you want to send,and tap < > Bluetooth 4. Tap the device to connect to. You can see the Bluetooth devices within range. 5. If the other device needs a passcode, type in the passcode. The passcode, which you can make up, must be typed in on both devices.
Page 45 Nokia 6.1 User Guide READ NFC TAGS NFCtags can contain info, such as a web address, a phone number, or a business card. The info you want is just a tap away. To read a tag, tap the tag with the NFCarea of your phone.
Page 46 Nokia 6.1 User Guide You may need a virtual private network (VPN) connection to access your company resources, such as intranet or corporate mail, or you may use a VPN service for personal purposes. Contact your company IT administrator for details of your VPNconfiguration, or check your VPN service's website for additional info.
Page 47 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Music and videos Music Listen to your favorite music wherever you are. PLAY MUSIC 1. Tap Play Music > = > Music library . 2. Tap the artist, album, song, genre, or playlist you want to play.
Page 48 Nokia 6.1 User Guide 2. In your computer's file manager, drag and drop your songs and videos to your phone. Videos Have your favourite media with you while on the move watch videos wherever you are. PLAY A VIDEO Tap Photos and tap the video you want to play.
Page 49 Nokia 6.1 User Guide GO TO THE NEXT OR PREVIOUS STATION Tap » or SAVE A RADIO STATION Want to listen to a radio station later? Save the station. To save the station that you are listening to, tap VIEW YOUR...
Page 50 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Organize your day Calendar Keep track of time - learn how to keep your appointments, tasks, and schedules up to date. MANAGE CALENDARS Tap Calendar > and select what type of calendar you want to see.
Page 51 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Notes MAKE A NOTE Notes on paper are easy to lose. Instead, jot them down with Keep app. This way, you always have your notes with you. 1. Tap Keep > Take a note 2. Write a note.
Page 52 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Maps Find places and get directions FIND A SPOT Google Maps helps you find specific locations and businesses. 1. Tap Maps 2. Write search words, such as a street address or place name, in the search bar.
Page 53 Nokia 6.1 User Guide and search for a new starting point. 4. Tap STARTto start the navigation. The route is shown on the map, along with an estimate of how long it takes to get there. To see detailed directions, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
Page 54 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Use location services Use Maps to find out where you are, attach your location to the photos you take. Location info can be attached to a photo or video, if your location can be determined using satellite or network technology. If you share a photo or video that contains location info, the location info may be shown to those who view the photo or video.
Page 55 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Apps and services Google Play Your Android phone can live up to its full potential with Google Play - apps, music, movies and books are all readily available for your entertainment. A GOOGLE ACCOUNT TO YOUR PHONE 1.
Page 56 Nokia 6.1 User Guide REMOVE DOWNLOADED APPS Tap Play Store > > My apps & games , choose an app you want to remove, and tap UNINSTALL. GET MUSIC, MOVIES, OR BOOKS WITH GOOGLE PLAY With Google Play, you can gain access to millions of songs, and thousands of movies and books.
Page 57 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Software updates and backups Update your phone software Stay in step with the beat update your phone software and apps wirelessly to get new and enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone performance.
Page 58 Nokia 6.1 User Guide SWITCH ON AUTOMATIC BACKUP Tap Settings > System > Backup , and switch back up on. Restore original settings and remove private content from your phone Accidents can happen if your phone is not working properly, you can restore its settings.
Page 59 Nokia 6.1 User Guide manufacturer. Use only compatible memory cards approved for use with this device. Incompatible cards may damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card. To check how much memory you have available and how it's being used, tap Settings >...
Page 60 Nokia 6.1 User Guide COPY CONTENT BETWEEN YOUR PHONE COMPUTER You can copy photos, videos, and other content created by you between your phone and computer to show or store them. 1. Connect your phone to a compatible computer with a compatible USB cable.
Page 61 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Protect your phone Protect your phone with your fingerprint You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint ID for extra security. A FINGERPRINT 1. Tap Settings > Security & Location > Fingerprint . If you don't have screen lock set up on your phone, tap Screen lock 2.
Page 62 Nokia 6.1 User Guide SELECT YOUR SIM PIN You can choose which digits to use for the SIM PIN.The SIM PINcode can be 4-8 digits. 1. Tap Settings > Security & Location > SIM card lock 2. Under the selected SIM card, tap Change SIM PIN Tip:lf you don't want to protect your SIM with a PIN code, switch Lock SIM card to Off , and type in your current PIN.
Page 63 Nokia 6.1 User Guide PUK OR PUK2 CODES PUKor PUK2codes are required to unblock a PIN or PIN2 code. If the codes are not supplied with your SIMcard, contact your network service provider. LOCK CODE Also known as security code or password.
Page 64 Nokia 6.1 User Guide LOCATE OR LOCK YOUR PHONE If you lose your phone, you may be able to find, lock, or erase it remotely if you have signed in to a Google Account. Find My Device is on by default for phones associated with a Google Account.
Page 65 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Product and safety information For your safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or against local laws and regulations. For further info, read the complete user guide. SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS...
Page 66 Nokia 6.1 User Guide INTERFERENCE All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect performance. AUTHORIZED SERVICE Only authorized personnel may install or repair this product. BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES Use only batteries, chargers, and other accessories approved by HMD Global Oy for use with this device.
Page 67 Nokia 6.1 User Guide KEEP YOUR DEVICE If your device is water-resistant, please refer to its IP rating for more detailed guidance. GLASS PARTS The device and/or its screen is made of glass. This glass can break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact.
Page 68 Nokia 6.1 User Guide 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. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 0.2 inches (5 mm) away from...
Page 69 Nokia 6.1 User Guide network type to 3G Note: Using Wi-Fi may be restricted in some countries. For example, in the EU, you are only allowed to use 5150 5350 MHz Wi-Fi indoors, and in the USA and Canada, you are only allowed to use 5.15-5.25 GHz Wi-Fi indoors.
Page 70 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Only use a soft, clean, dry cloth to corrode electronic circuits. • Do not use or store device clean surface of the device. dusty or dirty areas. Do not paint the device. Paint can • Do not store the device in high prevent proper operation.
Page 71 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol CROSSED-OUT WHEELIE BIN SYMBOL The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on your product, battery, literature, or packaging reminds you that all electrical and electronic products and batteries must be taken to separate collection at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste: take them for recycling.
Page 72 Nokia 6.1 User Guide replace the battery, take the device to the nearest authorized service facility. Charge your device with the provided charger. Charger plug type may vary. Charging time can vary depending on device capability. BATTERY CHARGER SAFETY INFO Once charging of your device is complete, unplug the charger from the device and electrical outlet.
Page 73 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Small children Your device and its accessories are not toys. They may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. Medical devices Operation of radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with inadequately shielded medical devices' function.
Page 74 Nokia 6.1 User Guide Some wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. Protect your device from harmful content Your device may be exposed to viruses and other harmful content. Take the following precautions: • Be cautious when opening messages. They may contain malicious software or otherwise be harmful to your device or computer.
Page 75 W/kg averaged over 10 grams of tissue. SARtests are carried out with the device in standard operating positions, transmitting at its highest certified power level, in all its frequency bands. Please refer to www.nokia.com/phones/sar for the maximum SARvalue of the device.
Page 76 Nokia 6.1 User Guide To send data or messages, a good connection to the network is needed. Sending may be delayed until such a connection is available. Follow the separation distance instructions until the sending is finished. During general use, the SARvalues are usually well below the values stated above.
Page 77 Certain features, functionality and product specifications may be network dependent and subject to additional terms, conditions, and charges. All are subject to change without notice. HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy, applies to your use of the device. Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered...
Page 78 Nokia 6.1 User Guide HMD Global Oy is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones & tablets. Nokia is a registered trademark of Nokia Corporation. OZO is a trademark of Nokia Technologies Oy. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG,Inc. and any use of such marks by HMD Global is under license.

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