Starmobile QUEST TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Introduction .............. 5 II. About Android ............6 What’s New With 4.3 ‘Jelly Bean’? ......9 III. Battery Information ..........9 Installing the Battery ........... 9 Removing the Battery ..........10 ...
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Over-The-Air (OTA) Updates ........41 Qualcomm Snapdragon Audio+ ........ 41 Qualcomm Snapdragon Battery Guru ....... 42 Starmobile App Store ..........42 Starmobile Sync ............42 Wireless Display ............43 XIV. Safety and Notice ..........43...
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Starmobile QUEST XV. Troubleshooting ..........45 XVI. Warranty ............49 Terms And Conditions ..........49 Note On Defective/Dead LCD Pixels ......51...
Starmobile QUEST I. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Starmobile QUEST. Please read the instructions in this user manual prior to operating your device. Starmobile does not assume any liability from improper operation or accidental damage of the unit. If setup and usage of your...
Starmobile QUEST II. About Android Introducing Android: The world's most powerful mobile platform There's no other software quite like Android. Google engineered Android, and Google’s own apps run best on it. And with millions of apps, games, songs, and videos on Google Play, Android is great for fun, and for getting things done.
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Starmobile QUEST Play everywhere you go Google Play is the easiest way to enjoy all your favorites: more than 700,000 apps and games, millions of songs, thousands of movies and TV shows, the world's largest collection of eBooks, and a growing selection of magazines.
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Starmobile QUEST Notifications An easy-to-read notification tray gives you quick access to your calls, incoming texts, and new emails in a non- intrusive way. Multi-tasking With Android, you can quickly and seamlessly switch between apps and pick up whatever you were doing.
Starmobile QUEST What’s New With 4.3 ‘Jelly Bean’? Bluetooth Smart support Bluetooth Smart minimizes power use while measuring and transmitting data for fitness sensors like Fitbit, Runtastic and other devices, making your phone or tablet more power efficient. Dial pad autocomplete Just start touching numbers or letters and the dial pad will automatically suggest numbers or names.
Starmobile QUEST 5. Put the battery cover back in place. Removing the Battery 1. Make sure the unit is turned off. 2. Gently lift the battery cover. 3. Raise the battery from one end to remove it from the slot.
QUEST *It is normal for the device and charger to become warm during charging. *Use only the supplied Starmobile charger *Using accessories of other manufacturers or vendors may invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the device. It may result in non-operation of the device or loss of information.
Select Airplane Mode. IV. Inserting the SIM and Memory Card/s Installing the SIM Card The Starmobile QUEST can accommodate two Micro SIM cards. 1. To install the SIM cards, make sure that the unit is turned off.
4. Once the SIM card/s are in place, reinstall the battery and the cover. Installing the Memory Card The Starmobile QUEST supports Micro SD cards of up to 32GB in capacity. 1. To install, make sure that the unit is turned off.
Starmobile QUEST V. Device Controls Ports And Keys Please refer to the Quick Start Card (included in the box) for the location of control keys and ports.
Starmobile QUEST Power Key * Press and hold to switch on/off the device. If device is in use, press once to turn off screen backlight. If device is on sleep mode, press once to activate screen display. Volume Key * Press to adjust ringer volume, call volume, and media volume during music and video playback.
Starmobile QUEST back up to the Home screen, you can’t go back any further in your history. Home Key *Opens the Home screen. If you're viewing a left or right Home screen, this opens the central Home screen. Menu Key...
Starmobile QUEST *To see additional Home screens, swipe your finger quickly left or right. Notification Bar The middle of your Home Screen can hold app and widget icons, plus folders. *To open an app, folder, or widget, touch its icon.
Starmobile QUEST 2. Scroll down and go to “Security”. 3. Select Screen lock. 4. Choose the type of lock you wish to use and follow the on-screen instructions. Once enabled, a lock screen display will show up whenever your screen wakes up, prompting you to enter the pattern, PIN, or other specified key.
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Starmobile QUEST To type something such as a name, password, or search terms, just tap where you want to type. A keyboard pops up that lets you type into the field. Other common gestures include: *Touch & hold: Touch & hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.
Starmobile QUEST Google Search Google Search can help you find anything you need on your device or on the web. *At the top of any Home screen, touch the Google Search Bar to type your search term, or the Microphone button to make a voice command.
Starmobile QUEST 1. Touch & hold anywhere on a Home screen that's not occupied. A list of options will appear. 2. Select a wallpaper source: *Gallery: displays pictures that you've taken with your Camera or downloaded to your device. *Video Wallpapers: displays selection of videos stored in your device.
Internet. Cellular Connection (SIM) The Starmobile QUEST is capable of connecting to cellular data services. To activate the cellular connection: 1. Go to the Settings menu and select More.
NOTE: Only one SIM card can be used for data connection. Wi-Fi Tethering (Hotspot) Use the Starmobile QUEST as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share mobile Internet connectivity with other mobile devices. 1. Go to the Settings menu. 2. Under Wireless & Networks, select More > Tethering &...
Starmobile QUEST *Frequent use of the Wi-Fi Hotspot and mobile Internet affect battery life. VIII. Setting Up Your Google Account NOTE: This step requires you to be connected to the Internet. Read “Connecting to the Internet” for more information. 1. Go to the Android Settings menu and select “Add Account”.
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Starmobile QUEST Use Google Play. With a Google Account, you can play music, view movies, read books, and shop for more in the Google Play store no matter what computer or mobile device you’re using – as long as you have a Wi-Fi connection.
Starmobile QUEST Use other Google services. Your Google Account also lets you take full advantage of any other Google apps and services that you may want to use, such as Gmail, Google Maps Navigation, YouTube, Google Talk, Messaging, and many more.
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Starmobile QUEST You can place calls from the Phone app, the Contacts app, or other apps or widgets that display contact information. Wherever you see a phone number, you can just touch it to dial. Call Log The Call log displays all the calls you've placed, received, or missed.
Starmobile QUEST multimedia messages, which contain media files such as pictures, videos, and audio files. To compose a text message: 1. Open the Messaging app 2. Click on the new message icon on the lower right. 3. Type the name or the number of the recipient/s on the upper field.
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Starmobile QUEST Camera 1. Click on the Camera icon in the Apps menu 2. Click on the settings icon to customize flash, exposure, resolution settings, etc. 3. Press the shutter button to take photos or press the camera button to take videos.
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Starmobile QUEST 5. To share via Bluetooth or to an online account, click on the share button on the upper right. Email The email application allows you to compose, send, and receive emails through your regular email account. You can configure and access multiple email accounts using this application.
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Starmobile QUEST connecting your device to the computer via USB cable is not sufficient. It is not possible to download the app first to your computer and then transfer the app later to your device. Free Apps 1. Navigate to an app you want to install and tap to select it –...
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Starmobile QUEST 4. Press Accept & buy to accept the permissions for the app and complete your purchase. If you’ve enabled a PIN code for purchases, you’ll be asked to enter it at this time. 5. Your app will begin downloading on your device once payment is successfully authorized.
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Starmobile QUEST From any of these views, you can: *Read or edit event details. Touch an event to view its details. *Manage events and calendars. Touch icons across the top or the Menu button to search or create events, return to today, or adjust settings.
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Starmobile QUEST devices. Some options may be found in a different settings menu. Downloads Downloaded files are stored in the Download directory that's visible when your device is connected to a computer. You can view and copy files from this directory.
Starmobile QUEST XI. USB and Bluetooth Connecting To A Computer via USB You can use a USB cable to connect your device to a Windows computer and transfer music, pictures, and other files to your device and vice-versa. This connection uses the MTP protocol, which is supported by most recent versions of Windows.
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Bluetooth headset-refer to your Bluetooth device’s user manual). This is usually indicated by flashing blue and/or red lights. 2. Go to Settings > Bluetooth on your Starmobile device. 3. Turn on Bluetooth by toggling the On/Off slider. The Notifications bar should indicate that Bluetooth is now 4.
Starmobile QUEST 5. If you wish to rename your phone’s Bluetooth name/identity, change the Visibility timeout, or view your received files, click on the Menu Key. 6. To turn off Bluetooth, slide the Bluetooth switch from On to Off. XII. Android Settings The Android Settings menu allows you to configure various functions of your device.
Starmobile QUEST 2. If your network is not included in the list of access points, contact your network service provider’s hotline. Data Usage Data usage refers to the amount of data uploaded or downloaded by your device during a given period.
Starmobile QUEST Profiles Allows you to configure your ringtones and alerts for calls and messages. Storage Storage indicates the detailed memory consumption and free memory space of your device whether internal or SD card. You can also set the default storage where you want to save your pictures, music and other files.
Starmobile QUEST Some you can add in the Accounts & Sync screen, as described here. Others you add using an app that works with those kinds of accounts. For example, you can add IMAP and POP3 email accounts with the Email app.
Starmobile QUEST *Open a photo from the Gallery *Click on the Menu Button *Select "Edit" Transfer Apps to SD Save apps to Micro SD card to save on space *Go To Settings > Apps > Select App > Transfer to SD...
Download popular apps and earn points for free apps. *Go to Apps > Starmobile App Store Starmobile Sync Special App by Starmobile that lets users transfer contacts, calendars and more via Bluetooth *Go to Apps > Starmobile Sync and follow the on-screen instructions...
This section contains important information pertaining to correct and safe usage of your device. Read carefully before using your device. *Your Starmobile device supports an “Airplane mode” function. Set your device to “Airplane mode” when boarding an aircraft or completely switch it off. Using...
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*Non-original accessories and components do not qualify for warranty repair. *Do not dismantle the device or accessories. Otherwise, Starmobile will not be held liable for damages as the device and accessories will not be covered by the warranty. *Your device must be charged in a well-ventilated and cool environment, and away from flammable and explosive materials.
*While using the network functions, please do not download files suspected of having viruses. *Do not install any photos and ring tones that were downloaded from dubious sources. Starmobile will not be held responsible for any erratic device behavior arising from these actions.
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*Look at the remaining electricity or recharge status to confirm. Charge battery. *Press and hold Power key for 10-15 seconds. *Have the battery or charger replaced by an authorized Starmobile service center if necessary. SIM Card malfunction *Contact your network provider. *Confirm if SIM card is properly inserted.
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Starmobile QUEST Incorrect PIN *Contact your network provider. Unable to charge *Press and hold Power key for 10-15 seconds. *Ensure that the plug is properly connected. *Have the battery or charger replaced by an authorized Starmobile representative. Unable to add new phonebook entries...
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*If your device has 4 or fewer defective pixels per 1 million pixels, third-party detection and remedy apps are readily available from Google Play. NOTE: Starmobile shall not be held liable for problems, which may arise from using said third-party apps.
Starmobile approved accessories as specified in the User Manual. These include, but are not limited to, damages to all external accessories due to normal use or...
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If date of purchase is not written, warranty shall be based on production date. 6. Starmobile shall not be held liable for incidents of loss of data and profit that may arise out of using our product, or while the unit is undergoing repair by our Authorized Service Center.
If your device has 4 or fewer defective pixels per 1 million pixels, third-party detection and remedy apps are readily available from Google Play. NOTE: Starmobile shall not be held liable for problems, which may arise from using said third-party apps.
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