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USER'S MANUAL

Element P430

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Page 3 The description provided in this manual is based on default phone settings. Pictures and screenshots may differ. Element P430 is a smartphone based on the open source Android operating system platform. Communication and entertainment will be right at your ﬁ...
Page 4 Important instructions: Your outdoor phone is designed and tested for outdoor use, with the protection level reaching IP67, and is completely resistant to dust (6.) and has protection against its complete immersion into water, lasting up to 30 minutes and 1 m deep (7.). Make sure to use all types of phone protection (covers and plugs) and not put excessive mechanical load on the frame or parts of the phone (pull, push –...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents 1. Safety instructions ................5 Safety warning ..............5 Battery protection ..............16 Cleaning and maintenance ..........17 2. Getting started ................22 Device ..................22 2.2 Inserting SIM and MicroSD cards: ........23 2.3 Battery ................... 27 2.4 Switching the phone on and off ........30 2.5 Home screen ................30 2.6 Touchscreen ................
Page 6 Contents 5. Entertainment ................53 Taking photos and recording video ........53 5.2 Listening to Music ...............56 5.3 Listening to FM radio ............57 5.4 Google services ..............58 5.5 Using the Maps app ............60 5.6 Navigation ................61 5.7 Play Store ................61 6.
Page 7: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions 1. Safety instructions 1.1 Safety warning Important notice: • All screenshots provided in the user's manual are for illustration and can differ from the actual product. • Step-by-step procedures can differ from those provided in this manual, depending on the ﬁ rmware version on the phone.
Page 8 Safety instructions • The original apps, supplied with the device, can be updated and their support can be discontinued without prior notice. • Changes made to the operating system, installing software from non-ofﬁ cial sources and other modiﬁ cations can result in device failures, damaged or lost data.
Page 9 Safety instructions Refer to your nearest authorized service centre to safely dispose of used Li-Ion batteries. Observe local regulations on how to handle and dispose of devices and charges. Only use the battery and charger designed exclusively for your type of device. Using accessories other than those exclusively speciﬁ...
Page 10 Safety instructions Do not use the device in hospitals or near medical equipment, which radio signals could interfere with. If you use a medical device, refer to the manufacturer of the medical device before using the phone to ensure the radio frequency radiation transmitted by the phone does not have any effect on the medical device.
Page 11: Motor Vehicles
Safety instructions Always follow orders, instructions and symbols in explosive environments. Do not use the device at ﬁ lling stations, near fuels or chemicals or in explosive environments. Do not keep or transport ﬂ ammable liquids, gases or explosive materials in the same part of the vehicle as the device, its parts or accessories.
Page 12 Safety instructions • Do not take notes or browse for phone numbers while driving. Taking notes or browsing through contacts distracts you from your primary responsibility – safe driving. • Use common sense when calling and always assess the trafﬁ c situation. Take care of calls while at a standstill, or prior to entering trafﬁ...
Page 13 Safety instructions Do not use and store the device in areas with a high concentration of dust or ﬂ ying particles beyond the terms of the relevant protection level. Dust or foreign particles can damage the device, which could result in a ﬁ re or injury by electric shock. Keep the device on a ﬂ...
Page 14 Safety instructions If included in the phone, do not activate the ﬂ ash feature near people or animals. Using ﬂ ash near the eyes can result in temporary loss of vision or damage to vision. Exposure to gleaming light. Leave some light on in the room when using the device, the display should not be too close the eyes.
Page 15 Safety instructions Personal safety Do not attempt to lick the device or battery. This could result in damaging the device, an explosion or injury. Should the device be used by children, ensure they are using the device properly. Do not put the device or included accessories into your eyes, ears or mouth.
Page 16: Cleaning The Device
Safety instructions Do not modify, dismantle or even attempt to repair the device. Any changes or modiﬁ cations to the device may result in the validity of the warranty being voided. Should the device require repairing, bring it to an authorized repair centre. Do not dismantle or perforate the battery.
Page 17 Safety instructions This device may only be repaired by qualiﬁ ed personnel. Having the device repaired by somebody other than qualiﬁ ed personnel can result in the device being damaged and the warranty will not apply to necessary repair work. Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care.
Page 18: Battery Protection
Safety instructions in order to protect your personal information. Avoid using apps from unknown sources. Secure your device by using the screen gesture lock, password or PIN code. Do not distribute copyrighted materials. Copyrighted materials shall not be distributed without the consent of the owner of the content.
Page 19: Cleaning And Maintenance
Safety instructions • The battery should be placed in a cool and dry area away from direct sunlight. The battery should bot be exposed to high temperatures (over 60 °C). • Stop using the device if you smell an odour coming from the battery or the battery is overheating.
Page 20 Safety instructions This symbol indicates the device has double insulation between dangerous voltage from the network and user- accessible parts. Replace parts with identical spare parts only. A product identiﬁ ed with this symbol is only suitable for use indoors. Warning: •...
Page 21 Safety instructions Notes: Some of the device properties and accessories described in this user's manual depends on the installed software and the capacity and conﬁ guration of the local network, and does not necessarily have to be available or can be limited by network providers.
Page 22 Safety instructions Appendix to the user's manual for the LCD panel Precautions for displaying static images, red/ blue/green/black dots on the screen A static image can damage the LCD display permanently. • Do not leave a static image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours.
Page 23 Safety instructions Red, blue, green, and black dots may appear on the screen • This is typical for liquid crystal displays and does not indicate any problems. LCD screens are made using precision technology to provide even the ﬁ nest image details.
Page 24: Getting Started
Getting started 2. Getting started This device is resistant against water and dust according to the IP67 standard and can withstand a 1.5 m high fall on to plywood. It contains a capacitive touchscreen protected by glass resistant to scratching. The operating system is Android, allowing you to access apps from Google services, including several thousands of additional apps available from the Google Play.
Page 25: Inserting Sim And Microsd Cards
Getting started 11. Flash 12. Speaker 13. Camera release 14. Front camera Main functions: Power button (On/Off): Holding this button down will power on the phone. While the phone is on, pressing this button locks/unlocks the screen. Menu button: Pressing this button displays the menu available for the current screen.
Page 26 Getting started NOTICE The phone battery is embedded and cannot be replaced. See the battery information for more details. 2. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card holder. Insert the SIM card into its slot so that the contacts align as shown in ﬁ...
Page 27 Getting started Underneath this slot is the SIM GSM card slot (standard mobile data speed). Note: When inserting the SIM card, make sure the gold-plated contacts touch in the proper position. 3. Inserting the MicroSD card. Insert the MicroSD card into the slot, as shown in ﬁ gure 4, and push gently until you feel the lock click.
Page 28 Getting started 4. Place the battery cover on. Place the back cover on and secure it by tightening both screws clockwise. NOTICE Screws and caps are designed to be compatible with the included screwdriver, or smaller coin. Be careful to use adequate force when tightening with a universal performance screwdriver.
Page 29: Battery
Getting started NOTICE Power off the phone completely before inserting or removing a SIM or MicroSD card! 2.3 Battery The phone battery is embedded and cannot be replaced. If the battery is empty, plug the phone into the charger. Charging the battery Before you charge the battery, make sure it is inserted properly in the phone.
Page 30 Getting started 2. Open the USB port cover cap. Connect the included USB cable into the phone's USB port. Note: Do not use inadequate force when connecting the USB cable. Mind the proper connector orientation. Attempting to plug in the connector improperly can result in the port becoming damaged.
Page 31 Getting started 4. Once you are ﬁ nished charging the phone, unplug the connector from the phone and unplug the charger from the socket. Seal the connector cover cap back on tightly to maintain resistance against dust/water. Note: If the battery is fully depleted, you will not be able to switch the device on immediately after connecting it to a charger.
Page 32: Switching The Phone On And Off
Getting started • Do not use the li-ion battery if the temperature is too low. The battery capacity is reduced at lower temperatures. • Do not clean the battery with water or organic dissolving agents and do not immerse in water. •...
Page 33: Touchscreen
Getting started contains icons, widgets, shortcuts and other elements. You can modify the home screen by changing the wallpaper and the positioning of any given element. The apps launcher icon is found on the home screen. Tap on this icon (bottom right) to browse through and launch installed apps.
Page 34: Basic Information And Functions
Basic information and functions 3. Basic information and functions 3.1 Using the touchscreen Touchscreen: Offers an unprecedented amount of options how to control the phone and apps on the phone. Become familiar with various types of gestures and corresponding system responses, allowing you to utilize the full potential of your phone and prevent inaccurate control (touching an undesired element etc.).
Page 35: Notiﬁ Cations And Status Information Displayed
Basic information and functions 3.2 Notifications and status information displayed Missed calls and received messages (on the left side) and icons indicating the phone status (on the right) together with displaying the current time. Notiﬁ cations Status icons Status icons Connected to the GPRS Bluetooth is active mobile network...
Page 36: Shortcuts And Icons
Basic information and functions Notification icons New e-mail Incoming call New text or multimedia Missed call message Alarm active Speakerphone on Upcoming event Sound off Data is syncing Downloading data Problem with sign-in or Phone is connected via sync USB cable A screenshot was taken 3.3 Shortcuts and icons Moving items on the screen...
Page 37: Folders
Basic information and functions 3.4 Folders Creating a folder Drag the icon of an app or shortcut to an icon of a similar app. Tap the left option Add Icon and then tap New folder and enter the name of the new folder. Renaming a folder 1.
Page 38: Airplane Mode
Basic information and functions Note: Some functions may not be available when USB mass storage device mode is enabled. 3.7 Airplane mode At certain times, you may be asked to switch off all wireless features of your phone. You do not have to switch your phone off.
Page 39: Making A Call From The Call Log
Basic information and functions Making a call by dialling the number 1. You can begin to dial the phone number after tapping the phone icon on the Home screen. If you are in the Contacts or Call log apps, tap on the Phone tab. 2.
Page 40 Basic information and functions Answer/ignore a call Answer/ignore an incoming call As soon as you receive an incoming call, the caller's basic information will appear on the display, including additional information saved to the caller within the Contacts app, if available.
Page 41: Contacts
Basic information and functions 4. Select from the available options, Save to existing contact or Create new contact. Removing a call from the Call log 1. From the Home screen, tap on and select the Call log tab. 2. Tap on the left menu and choose Remove. Then select the call you wish to remove.
Page 42: Using The Touch Keyboard
Basic information and functions Adding a contact 1. To add a new contact, tap on in the contact lists. 2. Select the desired position to add the new contact. 3. Enter the name of the contact along with detailed contact information, e.g.
Page 43: Messages
Basic information and functions Using the on-screen touch keyboard in landscape mode In landscape mode, the on-screen keyboard rotates to adapt to the wider screen. On-screen keyboard settings 1. Tap > Settings ( ) > Language & keyboard. 2. For the Google keyboard option, tap on and edited the keyboard settings.
Page 44 Basic information and functions If you press the Back button in the middle of typing a message, the message will be saved as a draft to the message list. Tap on the message to continue typing. 4. After you have ﬁ nished typing the message, tap on . Note: Responses to the message, if available, will be displayed in the same window.
Page 45: E-Mail
Basic information and functions Responding to a message 1. Tap on the desired text or multimedia message thread from the messages list to open the thread. 2. Tap in the text ﬁ eld to begin typing the message. 3. Tap on Change settings for messages Press the Menu button from the list of messages.
Page 46 Basic information and functions Note: If you select Manual settings and do not have the information necessary to conﬁ gure the e-mail account, inform your e-mail service provider. 4. Select the type of account (e-mail protocol), which corresponds to your account. Follow the instructions on the screen and enter the required information, including the server, domain, user name, password etc.
Page 47 Basic information and functions Tip: When adding another e-mail account, you can check “Use as Default for sending e-mails?” box, which allows using the added account for all outgoing messages. Reading e-mails 1. Open an e-mail message by tapping the respective message in the Inbox.
Page 48 Basic information and functions 3. Tap on Remove account. 4. Tap OK. Change e-mail account settings You can change the settings for your e-mail account, including the frequency of checking for incoming mail. 1. While in the Inbox, press the Menu button. Then tap on Settings and change the settings.
Page 49: Advanced Controls
Advanced controls 4. Advanced controls 4.1 GPRS/3G Checking the network connection 1. Tap Apps > Settings. 2. Under WIRELESS & NETWORKS, tap More > Mobile networks. 3. Tap 3G network to check the network connection. Note: The mobile phone automatically reads access points from the SIM card.
Page 50: Browser
Advanced controls Enabling Wi-Fi 1. Tap Apps > Settings. 2. Under WIRELESS & NETWORKS, tap Wi-Fi and enable (ON). Connecting to a wireless network 1. Enable Wi-Fi. 2. A list of local Wi-Fi networks detected will appear under Wi-Fi networks. Tap on the network you wish to connect 3.
Page 51: Bookmarks
Advanced controls Opening a website 1. Enter the website URL. 2. The browser will display suggestions of corresponding websites while you type in the address. If you see the website you are looking for in the list, you can tap on the address and go to the website.
Page 52: Changing Browser Settings
Advanced controls 4.5 Changing Browser settings Browser settings can be edited to suit your way of browsing the web. Press the Menu button and tap Settings to set the page contents, privacy, security and other settings. Web page management While browsing a web page, you can change the display settings and other features by pressing the Menu button.
Page 53: Enabling Bluetooth
Advanced controls Enabling Bluetooth 1. Tap Apps > Settings. 2. Under WIRELESS & NETWORKS, tap Bluetooth and enable (ON). Note: As soon as Bluetooth is enabled, Bluetooth devices in reach are detected, however, the phone is not visible to other devices.
Page 54 Advanced controls Disconnecting and unpairing Bluetooth devices 1. Tap Apps > Settings. 2. Under WIRELESS & NETWORKS, tap Bluetooth. 3. Tap on the icon next to the connected device and disconnect the device by tapping on the Cancel pairing option. 52 EN Copyright ©...
Page 55: Entertainment
Entertainment 5. Entertainment Not only is this mobile phone used as a communication device and personal assistant, it also contains a large number of entertainment features. It allows the user to take photos, record videos and audio clips and downloading and listening to music.
Page 56: Viewing Photos
Entertainment Viewing photos 1. Once the picture is taken, a thumbnail of the last photo will appear in the corner of the app. Tapping on the thumbnail will display the full-sized photo. 2. The following controls and features are available: You can share the photo by tapping and selecting the sharing app.
Page 57: View Photos
Entertainment Gallery app The Gallery app automatically searches for pictures and videos stored on the microSD card. The Gallery app can be used to categorize photos into folders, view them and edit, play videos and set a picture as the wallpaper or assigning a photo to a contact.
Page 58: Listening To Music
Entertainment 3. Tap OK to save the cropped image. Tap CANCEL to cancel the changes. 5.2 Listening to Music Copying music to the microSD card 1. Connect your phone to the computer via USB cable and set the microSD card as a mass storage device. 2.
Page 59: Listening To Fm Radio
Entertainment 3. Select the playlist from the menu or choose New playlist. Playlist playback 1. Tap PLAYLISTS on the music library screen. 2. Tap and hold your ﬁ nger on the playlist you wish to play. 3. Tap Play to begin playing the playlist. 5.3 Listening to FM radio The FM Radio app allows listening to FM radio stations on your mobile phone.
Page 60: Google Services
Entertainment 5.4 Google services You must sign in to your Google account in order to use the Gmail, Google Calendar and other apps providing Google services. You will also be prompted to sign into your Google account when downloading apps from the Play Store. Note: If there is not SIM card inserted into the phone, you will not be able to use voice and data services on the mobile...
Page 61 Entertainment 8. Select Connect to Google+ if you wish to create a Google+proﬁ le, or Not now to skip this step. 9. Read the terms of agreement and tap to complete the registration of your account. 10. Enter the veriﬁ cation code and tap . 11.
Page 62: Using The Maps App
Entertainment 3. Tap after you have ﬁ nished composing the e-mail. Responding and forwarding an e-mail 1. While in the Inbox, select the e-mail to respond to or forward. 2. Tap on Reply ( ), Reply to All ( ) or Forward ( ). 3.
Page 63: Navigation
Entertainment Launching the Maps app Tap Apps > Maps to open the Maps app. Searching points of interest 1. While browsing a map, tap 2. Enter the name of the place you wish to search into the search ﬁ eld and tap Note: You can select one of the options from the recommended location list.
Page 64: Installing Apps
Entertainment To show an overview of the apps installed on the phone, press the Menu button and tap My apps. Installing apps Note: To install an app from sources other than the Play Store, tap Settings > Security and check Unknown sources, which will allow installing an app outside of the Play Store.
Page 66: Synchronization
Synchronization 6. Synchronization Some apps on the mobile phone (e.g. Gmail) share the same personal information, which you can add, view and edit on the computer. If you make a change on the internet, using any of these apps, the updated information will also appear in the phone.
Page 67: Removing An Account
Synchronization 4. Follow the instructions on the screen and enter the required and optional account information. Most accounts require a user name and password, however, additional details depend on the type of account and the provider's security. Contact the provider for details. Removing an account You can remove an account, and all data associated with the mobile phone, including e-mails, contacts, settings etc.
Page 68: Using Other Apps
Using other apps 7. Using other apps 7.1 Calendar app With the Calendar app you can create and manage events, meetings and appointments. Depending on the settings, the calendar will sync with the web calendar. Launching the Calendar app Tap Apps > Calendar to open the Calendar app. Press the Menu button to display the settings and adapt the view.
Page 69: Alarm Settings
Using other apps Adapting the Calendar app From any given screen of the calendar, press the Menu button and tap Settings > General settings. Select from the following options: Hide declined events: Check to hide events you declined the invitations for. Show the calendar week: Check to show the calendar week.
Page 70: Using The File Manager App
Using other apps Adding an alarm 1. Tap the “+” symbol on the screen containing the list of alarms and set a new alarm. 2. To set an alarm: Set the time by selecting Time. Set the alarm time using the numerical on-screen keyboard and conﬁ...
Page 71: Mobile Phone Management
Using other apps 7.6 Mobile phone management Date & time The time can be set automatically according to the time provided by the carrier network. Note: If the time provided by the network is used, the date, time and time zone cannot be conﬁ gured manually. The related time zone can be conﬁ...
Page 72: Sleep Mode
Using other apps Note: To automatically adapt the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light, tap Automatic brightness. Sleep mode In order to save battery power, the display will be switched off if the user does not use the phone for several minutes. To extend or reduce the time before the phone falls asleep, perform the following: 1.
Page 73: Phone Services
Using other apps 3. Tap OK to save the settings. Changing the ringtone 1. On the Settings screen, select Sound > General > Ringtone. 2. Tap on the ringtone you would like to use and conﬁ rm with OK. The ringtone will begin to play after tapping on it. Setting the vibration response for incoming calls 1.
Page 74: Pin Code
Using other apps Activating data services when roaming 1. In Settings, select SIM management > Roaming > Data roaming. 2. Select the network to use for the data connection. Note: Using data roaming can lead to increased charges. Request pricing information for data roaming from your network carrier.
Page 75: Puk Code
Using other apps WARNING: If you enter the PIN code incorrectly three times in a row, the SIM card will be automatically locked. You will need the PUK code to unlock the card. Your phone service provider will provide a PUK code. PUK code: The PUK code (used to unlock the PIN code and consists of 8 numbers) unlocks the SIM card in the event that the PIN...
Page 76 Using other apps provided by the phone service provider together with the SIM card. If you do not have the PUK2 code, contact your mobile service provider. Should the PUK2 code be entered incorrectly ten times in a row, the functions pertaining to the PUK2 code will not be available.
Page 77: Apps
Using other apps Gesture: The phone unlocks after correctly entering the deﬁ ned unlocking gesture. PIN: The PIN code is used to unlock the phone. Password: A deﬁ ned password is used to unlock the phone. 3. Follow the instructions for the relevant option to complete the setup process.
Page 78: App Management
Using other apps Note: To install apps from sources other than Google Play, you must enable this under Settings > Security > Allow installation of non-Market application. WARNING: Apps downloaded from the internet may come from unknown sources. To protect your phone and personal data, download apps from verified sources, such as Google Play or Android Market stores.
Page 79: Reset The Phone
Using other apps 7.11 Reset the phone Back up settings Your settings and data can be backed up on Google servers through your Google account. As soon as you purchase your new phone, you will be able to restore your data and settings from the backup.
Page 80: Q&A
Q& A 8. Q&A Bad signal. Low Area with bad Move as far as signal strength. reception (between possible away Call is breaking large buildings or from the area with trees, inside some bad reception. buildings). Change the area for Area with bad receiving the call reception (radio...
Page 81 Q& A A previously Contact list restricted Switch between entered contact is to SIM or phone only SIM or phone missing. on. Filtering active. contacts, cancel ﬁ lter. Cannot create The contact area on Check the free new contact or the SIM or phone is space, switch save a number.
Page 82 Q& A The battery will Damaged or Use a different, not charge. unsuitable cable, new cable. For best short connector. results, charge at Charging in freezing room temperature or very high or between temperatures. 0 °C – 40 °C. Damaged power Have an authorized adapter or battery.
Page 83 Q& A 2. We recommend backing up on a regular basis to avoid losing important and personal data in case the phone is damaged or lost. 3. Keep your password, PIN and other security codes a secret to prevent the misuse of personal data. EN 81 Copyright ©...
Page 84: Technical Data
Technical data 9. Technical data Model name Element P430 (IP67 certiﬁ ed smartphone) Design Description Flat, full-touchscreen parameters Dimensions 145.5 × 73 × 20.8 mm Weight 256 g Processor Processor type CPU: MTK 6589 (Quad Core ARM Cortex A7 1.2GHz)
Page 85 Technical data Accessories Hands-Free set (head- 3.5mm wire jack (stereo headphones, phones + microphone) microphone, switch) Charger connector Micro USB 2.0 (MiniUSB, MicroUSB/ other) Speaker Embedded Adapter model USB 5 V, 500 mA Package contents USB cable, power adapter, quick start guide Speciﬁ...
Page 87 INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE DISPOSAL OF USED PACKAGING MATERIALS Dispose of packaging material at a public waste disposal site. DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES The meaning of the symbol on the product, its accessory or packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Page 88 Cases when the claiming product cannot be indentified according to the presented documents (e.g. the serial number or the warranty seal has been damaged). Authorized service centers Visit w w w.sencor.eu for detailed information about authorized service centers. 86 EN Copyright © 2014, Fast ČR, a. s.
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Sencor Element P430 User Manual

1 Safety Instructions

2 Getting Started

3 Basic Information and Functions

5 Entertainment

6 Synchronization

7 Using Other Apps

8 Q&A

9 Technical Data

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