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Smartphone dL1
EB-3901
Model No.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic smartphone.
To ensure safe and proper operation of this product, please read the included
Important Information before using this product.

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide Smartphone dL1 EB-3901 Model No. Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic smartphone. To ensure safe and proper operation of this product, please read the included Important Information before using this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ....................5 Getting started ..................6 Inserting the SIM card .......................6 Charging the battery ......................6 Turning the phone on .......................7 Unlocking the screen ......................8 Configuring the phone for the first time .................8 Getting to know your phone ..............9 Phone overview .........................9 Indicator ..........................9 Front panel buttons (...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Using email accounts .....................34 Gmail and other Google services ..................35 Messaging ....................36 Using text and multimedia messaging ................36 Text and multimedia message options .................37 Google Talk ........................37 Web browser ...................38 Browsing the web ......................38 Navigating web pages ....................38 Bookmarking your favourite web pages ...............39 Downloading from web pages ..................40 Using the web browser’s options menu ...............40...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Hiding your data ......................67 Protecting phone settings with a terminal password ..........67 Protecting your SIM card ....................68 Updating the phone ................69 Downloading updates wirelessly ...................69 Downloading updates with a computer ................69 Phone settings overview ...............70 List of icons ....................71 Troubleshooting ..................76 General troubleshooting ....................76 Need help? ....................79...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Mobile Communications Co., Ltd. is under licence. • DLNA® is a trademark, a service mark, or a certification mark of the Digital Living Network Alliance.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started Getting started Inserting the SIM card Your phone’s SIM card contains your phone number and service details. Inserting the SIM card Open the SIM card slot cover on the top of the phone, and then insert the SIM card into the slot as shown.

  • Page 7: Turning The Phone On

    Getting started A To power outlet B AC adaptor C USB cable Note • One AC adaptor is included with the phone. • The appearance of the AC adaptor varies by country/area of purchase. Charging the battery using a computer or other device Connect your phone to your computer’s USB port using the included USB cable.

  • Page 8: Unlocking The Screen

    Getting started Turning the screen off Press on the side of your phone. Unlocking the screen The lock screen prevents you from accidentally tapping your phone and operating it unintentionally. When the lock screen is displayed, you can unlock the screen by tracing the guide from the right side of the screen to the left or from left to right, from the top to bottom or the bottom to top.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone Phone overview SIM card slot cover Headset jack microUSB jack cover Indicator Light sensor, proximity sensor Combination earpiece and speaker (menu) button (home) button (back) button (power) button (volume) buttons Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS antenna Camera NFC antenna...

  • Page 10: Front Panel Buttons ( )

    Getting to know your phone Front panel buttons ( Press to display a list of options available in the (menu) current screen. Press to display the Home screen. Press and hold to (home) display a list of recently used apps. Press to return to the previous screen or close the (back) current dialogue box, menu, on-screen keyboard, etc.
  • Page 11 Getting to know your phone Tapping and holding Flicking Tap an item or icon without releasing Move your finger across the touch panel your finger from the touch panel screen screen quickly to browse through pages, to display a context menu, if available. pictures, etc.

  • Page 12: Switching Between Vertical And Horizontal Viewing Modes

    Getting to know your phone Pinching Using two fingers, “pinch” together two points on the touch panel screen to zoom out, and push apart two points on the touch panel screen to zoom in. Switching between vertical and horizontal viewing modes Your phone’s motion sensor can detect when you have turned the phone on its side, allowing you to switch to horizontal (also called “landscape”) viewing mode, and when you have turned the phone upright again, allowing you to switch back to vertical (also called “portrait”) viewing mode.

  • Page 13: App List

    Getting to know your phone Launching an app in the Home screen Tap the app’s icon. Moving an item on the Home screen Tap and hold an item until the phone vibrates and the item is highlighted. Drag the item to the new location. •...

  • Page 14: Using Apps

    Getting to know your phone Viewing the [App List] Tap [App List] in the Home screen. Browsing the [App List] Flick left and right to view different pages. Adding a shortcut to an app on the Home screen Tap and hold an app until the phone vibrates and the app is highlighted. •...

  • Page 15: Status And Notifications

    Getting to know your phone Note • App behaviours vary. The current app may not have an options menu, or the method for opening the options menu may be different. Switching between apps Press and hold . When the list of recently used apps is displayed, tap the desired app. Status and notifications Status bar The status bar is displayed at the top of your phone’s screen when using most apps.
  • Page 16 Getting to know your phone The space bar. Tap to enter a space; tap and hold to select a different input language. Tap to enter a period. Tap to enter a line break or confirm the text you have input. Tap to delete the character before the cursor;...

  • Page 17: Customising Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Customising your phone You can customise your phone by changing the date and time, ringtone, vibrating mode, screen settings, display language, etc. Some commonly used settings are explained below. General settings Setting the date, time, and time zone Your phone can set its date and time setting automatically using network-provided information, or you can set the date and time manually if you prefer.

  • Page 18: Sound Settings

    Getting to know your phone Setting the screen timeout The screen timeout setting determines how much time passes before the screen automatically turns off to save power. From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ® [Display] ® [Screen timeout]. Select the time. Note •...

  • Page 19: Eco Mode

    Getting to know your phone Account settings Entering your account information You can enter your account information for services such as Google contacts, Facebook, and Twitter, so that you can use your phone to access these services. From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ®...
  • Page 20 Getting to know your phone Connecting the stereo headset Headset button Microphone Note • Make sure you insert the headset plug completely into the headset jack. User Guide...

  • Page 21: Connecting To Networks

    Connecting to networks Connecting to networks Connecting to mobile networks In order to send text and multimedia messages, and to connect to the Internet, your phone must be configured to connect to a 2G and/or 3G network. For most mobile networks and mobile network operators, your phone is configured at the time of purchase and you do not need to configure your phone manually.

  • Page 22: Connecting To Wi-Fi Networks

    Connecting to networks From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ® [Wireless & networks] ® [Mobile networks]. Turn off the [Data enabled] checkbox. Enabling data roaming When data roaming is enabled, you may be able to use another mobile network operator’s network for data connections.

  • Page 23: Connecting To Vpns

    Connecting to networks From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ® [Wireless & networks] ® [Wi-Fi settings] ® [Add Wi-Fi network]. Enter the network SSID. Select the network’s security type and enter its password, if required. Tap [Save]. Enabling Wi-Fi network notification Your phone can notify when a Wi-Fi network is available.

  • Page 24: Creating A Wi-Fi Hotspot

    Connecting to networks Enter the information as needed. Press Tap [Save]. Disconnecting from a VPN Open the notification panel by dragging the status bar down. Tap the VPN connection notification. Creating a Wi-Fi hotspot Your phone can function as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot, allowing you to share your phone’s mobile network connection with up to five devices.

  • Page 25: Calling

    Calling Calling You can use the [Phone] app to make and receive calls, as well as use services supported by your mobile network operator, such as voicemail and call forwarding. For information about available services, contact your mobile network operator. Making emergency calls Your phone supports international emergency numbers, such as 112 and 911.

  • Page 26: Answering Calls

    Calling Using the speakerphone Tap [Speaker] to turn on the speakerphone during a call. Tap [Speaker] again to switch back to the earpiece. Activating the screen while talking Your phone’s proximity sensor detects when you raise the phone to your ear and automatically turns off the screen.

  • Page 27: Voicemail

    Calling Adding information from the call log to your phonebook Tap [Phone] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap [Call log]. Tap and hold the number and then tap [Add to contacts]. Tap an existing contact or tap [New contact]. Enter the information as needed and tap [Done].

  • Page 28: Conference Calls

    Calling Turning call waiting on From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ® [Call settings] ® [Additional settings]. Turn on the [Call waiting] checkbox. Answering another call while talking on the phone When you hear the call waiting tone, drag to the right across the screen.
  • Page 29 Calling Tap [Settings] ® [Call settings] ® [Fixed Dialling Numbers] ® [Enable FDN]. Enter your PIN 2 code and then tap [OK]. Editing the list of fixed dialling numbers From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ® [Call settings] ® [Fixed Dialling Numbers] ® [FDN list]. User Guide...

  • Page 30: Phonebook

    Phonebook Phonebook Adding contacts to your phone You can use the [Phonebook] app to store all your contact information. Phonebook entries (also called “contacts”) contain name, address, phone number, email address, and other information about your friends, family, and colleagues. There are several ways you can get contact information into your phone. •...

  • Page 31: Managing Your Contacts

    Phonebook Managing your contacts Adding yourself to your phonebook Tap [Phonebook] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap your phone number at the top of the screen. Press Tap [Edit contact]. Edit each item as needed. • Tap the image icon to add an image. •...
  • Page 32 Phonebook Tap [Phonebook] in the Home screen or [App List]. Press Tap [Import/Export] ® [Export] ® [Share visible contacts]. Select an app and then follow the on-screen instructions. Note • Group names are not sent when exporting contacts using this method. User Guide...

  • Page 33: Email

    Email Email Setting up an email account You can use your phone’s [Email] app to send and receive emails. The [Email] app supports POP3, IMAP, and Exchange accounts. Setting up an email account in your phone Tap [Email] in the Home screen or [App List]. Enter your email address and password.

  • Page 34: Using Email Accounts

    Email Adding a sender’s email address to your phonebook Tap [Email] in the Home screen or [App List]. Select the desired message. Tap the name of the sender at the top of screen. Tap [OK]. Select an existing contact or tap [New contact]. Edit the contact information then tap [Done].

  • Page 35: Gmail And Other Google Services

    Email Select the desired account. Press Tap [Account settings]. Turn on the [Default account] checkbox. Removing an email account from the phone Tap [Email] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap and hold the desired account. Tap [Remove account] ® [OK]. Changing an email account settings You can change various settings for an email account such as [Account name], [Signature], and [Inbox check frequency].

  • Page 36: Messaging

    Messaging Messaging Using text and multimedia messaging You can use your phone to send and receive text messages using SMS (Short Message Service). If you have subscribed to your mobile network operator’s MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service), you can also send and receive messages that contain media files, such as pictures and videos. For details about these services, contact your mobile network operator.

  • Page 37: Text And Multimedia Message Options

    Messaging Tap and hold the conversation. Tap [Add to Contacts]. Calling a message sender Tap [Messaging] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap the conversation. Tap the sender’s number. Saving a file attachment Tap [Messaging] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap the conversation.

  • Page 38: Web Browser

    Web browser Web browser Your phone includes a full-featured web browser that allows you to view web pages, manage bookmarks, download pictures and files, etc. Note • A data plan is required to access the Internet when using your operator’s mobile network. Contact your mobile network operator regarding data plans and rates.

  • Page 39: Bookmarking Your Favourite Web Pages

    Web browser to close the search bar. Opening a new window while browsing You can open new windows and switch between different pages while browsing. Press Tap [New window]. Switching between windows while browsing Press Tap [Windows]. Tap the desired page. Adding a web page shortcut to the Home screen while browsing Press Tap [Bookmarks] ®...

  • Page 40: Downloading From Web Pages

    Web browser Deleting a bookmark Tap [Browser] in the Home screen or [App List]. Press Tap [Bookmarks]. Tap and hold the bookmark and then tap [Delete bookmark]. Tap [OK]. Downloading from web pages Downloading files from a web page Tap [Browser] in the Home screen or [App List]. Navigate to the desired page.
  • Page 41 Web browser Change the desired setting. – [Text size]: Changes the text size displayed in the web browser. – [Set homepage]: Sets the web page that opens when you open a new web browser window. – [Clear history]: Clears the list of previously viewed web pages (history). –...

  • Page 42: Music

    Music Music The [Music] app gives you instant access to your personal music collection stored in your phone, allowing you to take your favourite music with you wherever you go. Copying media files to the phone The [Music] app detects any media files stored in your phone so that you can use your phone to listen to your music.
  • Page 43 Music Do one of following: – Choose an existing playlist. – Tap [New] to create a playlist and then follow the on-screen instructions. – Tap [Current playlist] to add the file to the current playlist. Playing a song in a playlist Tap [Music] in the Home screen or [App List].

  • Page 44: Pictures And Videos

    Pictures and videos Pictures and videos Taking pictures and recording videos Your phone offers a full-featured camera that can shoot still images and record movies. Launch the [Camera] app by tapping [Camera] in the Home screen or [App List]. Note •...
  • Page 45 Pictures and videos Video mode screen Scene mode selector Resolution selector Exposure adjustment Settings panel Available recording time Picture/video mode selector Zoom controls Record button Review screen Recording videos Tap [Camera] in the Home screen or [App List]. to select video mode if necessary. Select the desired scene mode, options, and zoom.
  • Page 46 Pictures and videos [Shooting Mode] Select a shooting mode according to the kind of pictures you want to take. You can also use the [Scene] mode for more options. [Normal] Use this mode for typical picture taking. [Burst] Allows you to take a series of up to 7 pictures. The phone takes pictures for as long as you tap and hold [Collage] Allows you to take multiple pictures and put them in a fun template.
  • Page 47 Pictures and videos Settings panel [Scene] Select a scene mode according to the shooting conditions and the kind of pictures you want to take. Note • Certain scene modes are not available depending on the current shooting mode. [Normal] The phone sets the shutter speed and aperture value according to the brightness of the subject.

  • Page 48: Viewing Your Pictures And Videos

    Pictures and videos Changing video mode settings The following settings are available when using video mode. [Scene Mode] Select a scene mode according to the shooting conditions and the kind of videos you want to take. [Normal] Use this mode for typical video recording. [Night] Uses slower shutter speeds to allow you to capture vivid nightscape videos.
  • Page 49 Pictures and videos Browsing your picture album Scroll left and right. Tap a picture or video to view it full-screen, and press to return to the album. Viewing pictures and videos by category While browsing your picture album, tap the button in the upper-left corner of the screen. •...

  • Page 50: Location Services

    Location services Location services You can use your phone to find your location. Different apps can use this information to provide a variety of services, such as helping you find nearby shops and restaurants, adding location information to pictures you take with your phone, or showing you your location on a map.

  • Page 51: Getting Directions

    Location services Getting directions You can use Google Maps to get detailed directions for travelling by car, public transportation, or on foot. Using Google Maps to get directions Tap [Maps] in the Home screen or [App List]. Press Tap [Directions]. Specify the starting point and end point as desired.

  • Page 52: Latitude

    Location services Note • Maps and place information may not be available in certain areas. Latitude Google Latitude lets you share your location and status with your friends, as well as send instant messages and emails, make phone calls, etc. Note •...

  • Page 53: Other Apps

    Other apps Other apps IC Link You can use an IC card to trigger actions on your phone, such as opening a frequently-used web site or app, or changing the app used to display the Home screen. Registering an IC card to the IC Link feature Tap [NFC Starter] in the Home screen or [App List].

  • Page 54: Voice Recorder

    Other apps Adding a new note Tap [Notepad] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap [New note]. Enter the title and then enter the note text. Press twice when finished. Editing a note Tap [Notepad] in the Home screen or [App List]. Tap the desired note.
  • Page 55 Other apps Press Tap [Day], [Week], or [Month] as desired. Viewing multiple calendars Tap [Calendar] in the Home screen or [App List]. Press Tap [More] ® [Calendars]. Tap the icons to hide, display, and sync the desired calendars. Tap [OK]. Creating an event Tap [Calendar] in the Home screen or [App List].

  • Page 56: Youtube

    Other apps Changing calendar settings Tap [Calendar] in the Home screen or [App List]. Press Tap [More] ® [Settings]. Change the settings as desired. YouTube You can use your phone to access the YouTube video-sharing service where you can view videos uploaded by other YouTube users.

  • Page 57: Play Store

    Play Store Play Store Google Play Google Play is an online service where you can buy apps, music, movies, and books. You can use the [Play Store] app to purchase and download Google Play content. Note • A Google account and Internet access are required to use [Play Store]. •...
  • Page 58 Play Store Tap [Settings] ® [Applications] ® [Manage applications]. Tap the desired app. Tap [Uninstall] ® [OK]. Note • You may not be able to delete some preinstalled apps. Viewing app permissions In order to perform properly, some apps must access information stored on your phone or information about your phone.

  • Page 59: Connecting To Other Devices

    Connecting to other devices Connecting to other devices Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology enables short-range (about 10 m) communication, including voice, audio, and data transfer, between Bluetooth-compatible devices such as phones, hands-free accessories, and computers. Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to take advantage of a wide variety of features. For example, you can connect a compatible headset and talk on the phone or listen to music, or connect to your car stereo and listen to music and other content stored on your phone through your car stereo and enjoy hands-free phone conversations in the car.
  • Page 60 Connecting to other devices Tap the name of device in the [Bluetooth devices] list. Note • While your phone can be paired to multiple Bluetooth devices, each Bluetooth profile (phone and audio) can connect to only one device at a time. Entering the phone name You can enter a name for your phone so that it is easily identified by other devices when your phone is discoverable.

  • Page 61: Usb

    Connecting to other devices Receiving data from a Bluetooth device Send the data to your phone from the sending device. • Refer to the operating instructions included with the other device for details. Open the phone’s notification panel and tap [Bluetooth share: Incoming file] ® [Accept]. You can use the included USB cable to connect your phone to your computer.

  • Page 62: Dlna (Content Streaming)

    Connecting to other devices DLNA (content streaming) The [DLNA] app is a multimedia content streaming app that allows you to connect your phone wirelessly to other DLNA-compatible network devices. DLNA-compatible devices, including your phone, can be used to stream content to other DLNA-compatible devices and copy or transfer content from one device to another. This means you can enjoy your multimedia content even when it is stored on another device.

  • Page 63: Synchronise, Backup, And Restore

    Synchronise, backup, and restore Synchronise, backup, and restore You can synchronise information on your phone with information stored somewhere else. This allows you to make sure that the latest files, emails, calendar events, and other information stored on your phone and other devices are up-to-date.

  • Page 64: Synchronising Your Corporate Email, Calendar And Contacts

    Synchronise, backup, and restore Note • You can remove all but the first Google account registered in the phone. To delete the first account, you must reset the phone. See “Resetting the phone” (page 76) for more information. Synchronising your corporate email, calendar and contacts You can use your phone to access your corporate email account, calendar appointments, and contacts.

  • Page 65: Backing Up To A Computer

    Synchronise, backup, and restore Note • Make sure the battery is charged before backing up data. Restoring backed up data From the Home screen, press Tap [Settings] ® [Privacy] ® [USB storage backup] ® [Restore data to phone]. Enter the terminal password and tap [OK]. Select the type of data that will be restored.

  • Page 66: Phone Security

    Phone security Phone security There are various ways you can lock your phone. – Locking the screen: This prevents you from accidentally tapping your phone and operating it unintentionally. You can also lock the screen using a security method to prevent unauthorised access to your phone.

  • Page 67: Hiding Your Data

    Phone security Hiding your data You can store important information, such as documents, pictures, videos, and email accounts in a virtual “safe” on your phone, where they are protected from unauthorised access. Information stored in the safe cannot be seen while the safe is closed. Note •...

  • Page 68: Protecting Your Sim Card

    Phone security Enter the desired terminal password and then tap [OK]. Enter the desired terminal password again and then tap [OK]. Protecting your SIM card You can lock the SIM card to prevent unauthorised use of the card, even if it is removed and inserted into another phone.

  • Page 69: Updating The Phone

    Follow the on-screen instructions. Downloading updates with a computer You can use your computer to download software updates from the Panasonic web site and copy them to your phone. You can then use the following procedure to update the software manually.

  • Page 70: Phone Settings Overview

    Phone settings overview Phone settings overview You can customise general phone settings to suit your needs using the [Settings] menu. Settings are grouped into the categories explained below. To view the [Settings] menu from the Home screen, press and then tap [Settings]. Settings category Description [Wireless &...

  • Page 71: List Of Icons

    List of icons List of icons Status icons Signal strength Roaming GPRS is available GPRS in use EDGE is available EDGE in use 3G is available 3G in use Battery is charging eco mode is on GPS is activated Airplane mode is on Bluetooth feature is on Bluetooth device is connected SIM card is not inserted...
  • Page 72 List of icons Notification icons New Gmail New email message New instant message New voicemail Data is synchronising Wireless networks are available PC is connected via USB Error message Missed call Call in progress Call is on hold Downloading data Uploading data User Guide...
  • Page 73 List of icons App icons Preinstalled apps may vary by region. Phone Phone calls Phonebook Address book Messaging Text messaging Gmail Email client Email Email client Browser Internet browser Camera Picture and video capture Picture Album Picture and video viewing Music Music playback DLNA...
  • Page 74 Instant messaging Play Store Software purchase and download Calculator Calculator PC Backup Data backup eco mode Power management Settings General device configuration NFC Starter NFC tag utility Task viewer App management Panasonic Smartphone Site Link to Panasonic web site User Guide...
  • Page 75 List of icons Calendar Appointment management Notepad Text memos Polaris Office Office apps User Guide...

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    All personal information and downloaded apps will be deleted if you reset the phone. Back up any important data stored on the phone before resetting it. I forgot the unlock method used for screen lock Contact your regional Panasonic service centre. The phone does not recognise my IC card •...
  • Page 77 Troubleshooting The phone is hot When you use apps that require more power or when you use apps for an extended period of time, the phone may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect the phone’s life span or performance. I cannot make or receive calls •...
  • Page 78 Troubleshooting The touch panel screen does not turn on as expected A foreign object is interfering with the proximity sensor. Remove any protective covers from the screen that may be interfering with the touch panel screen’s functionality. No sound is heard •...

  • Page 79: Need Help

    Refer to the Troubleshooting section of this document for assistance in solving any problems you might be having with your phone. Support on the web Visit the support web site at http://www.panasonic.eu/customer_service.html for the latest support information, software downloads, FAQs, and more. User Guide...

  • Page 80: Index

    Index Index Sharing Syncing 19, 30 Data security AC adaptor Date & time Account information Directions Airplane mode DLNA App List App updates Apps Earpiece volume Adding shortcuts eco mode Searching for Email Update Accounts Composing Default account Backup 64, 65 Deleting Battery charging File attachments...
  • Page 81 Index Notification icons Screen lock Status icons Screen timeout Security 66, 67 Settings Account & sync Keyboard Account information Voice recognition Airplane mode Brightness Browser Call forwarding Language 16, 17 Call waiting Latitude Caller ID Camera 45, 48 Contrast correction 49, 56 Data roaming Messaging...
  • Page 82 Index Update software Uploading videos USB cable 6, 7 USB storage USB tethering Vibrate Videos 45, 48 Voice recognition Voice recorder Voicemail Playing messages Settings Volume 18, 25 Wallpaper Web browser Widgets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi hotspot YouTube User Guide...
  • Page 83 Copyright: This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Mobile Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Mobile Communications Co., Ltd. © Panasonic Mobile Communications Co., Ltd. 2012...

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