Huawei U8666-1 User manual

Welcome to HUAWEI
Quick Start Guide
HUAWEI Ascend Y 201

Personal Information and Data
Security
The use of some functions or third-party applications on your device
could result in your personal information and data being lost or
becoming accessible to others. Several measures are
recommended to help you protect personal and confidential
information.
• Place your device in a safe area to prevent it from unauthorized
use.
• Set your device screen to lock and create a password orunlock
pattern to open it.
• Periodically backup personal information kept on your SIM/UIM
card, memory card, or stored in your device memory. If you
change to a different device, be sure to move or delete any
personal information on your old device.
• If you are worried about viruses when you receive messages or
emails from a stranger, you can delete them without opening
them.
• If you use your device to browse the Internet, avoid websites that
might pose a security risk to avoid theft of your personal
information.
• If you use services such as Wi-Fi tether or Bluetooth, set
passwords for these services to prevent unauthorized access.
When these services are not in use, turn them off.
• Install or upgrade device security software and regularly scan for
viruses.
• Be sure to obtain third-party applications from a legitimate
source. Downloaded third-party applications should be scanned
for viruses.
• Install security software or patches released by Huawei or third-
party application providers.

• Some applications require andtransmit location information. As
a result, a third-partymay be able to share your location
information.
• Your device may provide detection and diagnostic information to
third-party application providers. Third party vendors use this
information to improve their products and services.
• If you have concerns about the security of your personal
information and data, please contact [email protected].
What is in Your Box
Phone at a Glance
All the pictures in this guide are for your reference only. Your phone’s
actual display features may be different to those described here,
depending on its software version.
• Mobile phone
• USB cable
•Battery
• Charger
• Quick Start Guide
Camera
Volume Keys
micro USB charging port
Headset jack
Microphone
Earpiece
Power
Status Indicator
Loudspeaker

Installing the SIM Card
There are two steps to install the SIM card:
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the SIM card.
(Optional) Installing the microSD
Card
If you want to expand your phone memory, you can also insert a
microSD card.
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the microSD card into the card slot as shown in the
diagram.
12
1 2

Installing the Battery
1. Angle the edge labeled a (with the contacts) into the bottom end
of the battery compartment.
2. Push the edge labeled
b into the compartment until the battery
clicks firmly into place.
Charging the Battery
Before charging the battery, ensurethat it has been properly installed
on your phone.
1. Connect the USB cable that came with your mobile phone to
the charger.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to your mobile phone.
Then, to start charging, plug the charger into an electrical outlet.
If you charge your mobile phone while it is powered on, the battery
icon on the notification bar indicates the charging status. When the
battery icon changes to , your mobile phone is fully charged.

Status Indicator
The color of the status indicator tells you the status of your mobile
phone’s battery.
Touchscreen Actions
Using your finger on the touchscreen, you can operate your phone
conveniently.
Powering On Your Mobile Phone
Press . The first time you power on your phone, you will be
asked to sign in to your account and set up your mobile phone.
Status Indicator
Green: Fully charged (when connected to charger).
Orange: Charging in progress (when connected to charger).
Red: Battery low.
Drag
TouchTouch & hold Double touch
Rotate Flick

If personal identification number (PIN) protection is enabled on
your mobile phone, you must enter your PIN before using the
mobile phone.
Power-On Setup
When you turn on your phone for the first time, You can follow the
onscreen instructions to complete thesetup, or skip the setup and do
it at another time.
Turning On Fast Boot
1. Touch > Settings > Applications .
2. Select the
Fast boot check box.
Do not turn on Fast boot while on an airplane.
Powering Off Your Mobile Phone
1. Press and hold to open the Phone options menu.
2. Touch
Power off .
If Fast boot is enabled, the phone will enter the deep sleep
mode. If
Fast boot is disabled, touch OK to shut down the
phone.
Locking the Screen
• When your phone is on, press to lock the screen. When
the screen is locked, you can still receive messages and calls.
• If your phone is idle for a while, the screen will lock
automatically.
Unlocking the Screen
1. Press to wake up the screen.

2. Drag the lock icon from left to right to unlock the screen.
Home Screen
You can set up the Home screen according to your own
preferences, for example by adding a shortcut or a widget to your
Home screen, or changing the wallpaper.
To return to the Home screen from any of its extensions, press .
When a new notification icon appears on the notification bar, place
your finger on the notification bar and flick down to open the
notification panel.
Adding a New Home Screen Item
1. Touch and hold a blank area on the Home screen until the Add
to home screen
menu is displayed.
10:23
Flick your finger left or
right across the Home
screen.
Touch to view thumbnails
of the Home screen and its
extensions. Touch a thumbnail
to open the screen.
10:23

2. Select an item to add it to the Home screen.
Moving a Home Screen Item
1. Touch and hold an item on the Home screen until the item
expands in size and the mobile phone vibrates.
2. Without lifting your finger, drag the item to the desired position
on the screen, and then release it.
Removing a Home Screen Item
1. Touch and hold an item on the Home screen until the item
expands and the mobile phone vibrates.
2. Without lifting your finger, drag the item to the trash can.When
the item and the trash can turn red, the item is ready to be
removed.
3. Release the item to remove it from the Home screen.
Importing Contacts from a SIM
Card
1. In the contact list, touch > Manage contacts .
2. Touch
Copy from SIM card .
3. Wait for theSIM card contents to be loaded. Select the contacts
you want to import or touch
Select All to select all contacts.
4. Touch
Copy .
10:23 10:23

5. If you have more than one account on your phone, touch the
account into which you want to import the contacts.
Adding a Contact
1. In the contact list, touch > Create contact .
2. If you have more than one account with contacts, touch the
account to which you want to add the contact.
3. Enter the contact's name, and then add detailed information
such as phone number and address.
4. When you arefinished, touch
Save to save the contact
information.
Making a Call with the Dialer
Application
On the home screen, touch to open the Dialer .
Your mobile phone supports the SmartDial function, that is, when
you touch numbers on the dialer, the phone automatically searches
among your contacts and lists the matching results ordered
according to the accuracy of the match. If no contacts match the
information entered, the phone will not display any result.
Creating and Sending a
Multimedia Message
On the home screen, touch to open the Messaging .
You can use multimedia messages to make everyday
communications very special. You can record a message and send
it as an audio file, sing 'Happy Birthday' and send it to friend, or send
a slideshow of photographs of a special event. The possibilities are
endless.
1. Enter a phone number in the
To field, or touch to select a
contact from
Contacts or Groups .

2. Touch the composition text box to start entering your message.
3. When the message is ready to be sent, touch .
Connecting Internet
Get online using your phone’s Wi-Fi to save your money.
Turning On Wi-Fi
1. Touch > Settings .
2. Touch
Wireless & networks , and then select the Wi-Fi check
box to turn on Wi-Fi.
Opening the Browser
Touch > Browser to open the home page.
When known or open Wi-Fi networks and mobile data
networks are available at the same time, your phone will
preferably select a Wi-Fi network for Internet access.
Opening a Webpage
1. In a browser window, touch the URL field at the top of the
screen.
2. Use the keyboard to enter a webpage address. You can touch
to enter the web page address by voice.
10:23

3. As you enter the address, matching webpage addresseswill
appear on the screen. If you see the address you want, touch it
and go directly to that webpage or complete entering your
desired webpage.
Opening Your Camera
You can take and share photos using the camera. Your camera
supports multiple capture modes and photo effects. After taking a
picture, access the
Gallery to view it. For information on how to
share photos and videos, see the User Guide.
Capture Screen
Using the microSD Card as a
USB Mass Storage
1. Connect yourmobile phone to your PC with the USB cable
provided. Your PC will detect the microSD card as a removable
storage device.
2. Open the notification bar, and then touch USB connected .
3. Touch
Turn on USB storage in the dialog box that opens to
confirm that you want to transfer files.
You can now transfer files from your PC to your mobile phone’s
microSD card.
3
5
Touch to customize the camera settings.
Thumbnail of last
photo. Touch to
preview the photos
or videos.
Drag up to record
videos, drag down
to take photos.
Touch to take a
photo.

Playing Music
You can listen to music that you have stored on your microSD card
using the music player . The music player will automatically search
for any music on the microSD card sort it into albums and playlists.
Synchronizing Information
Some applications on your mobile phone give you access to the
same personal information that you can add, view, and edit on your
computer. If you add, change, or delete your information in any of
these applications on the web,the updated information also appears
on your mobile phone.
This is made possible through over-the-air data synchronization. The
process occurs in the background and does not interfere with use of
your mobile phone. When your phone is synchronizing, a data
synchronization icon will be shown in the notification bar.
For more information, see the User Guide.
FAQs
How Can I Use a microSD Card to Import Contacts to My
Phone from a Different Mobile Phone?
Your mobile phone only supports contact files in the .vcf format.
1. Save the contacts you want to import to your mobile
phone to a microSD card as a
.vcf file.
Back Playlist screen
Music player controls
Progress bar

2. Insert the microSD card into your mobile phone and find
the
.vcf file using File Manager .
3. Touch the .vcf file. The phone displays a message
asking whether you want to import the contacts.
4. Touch OK to import the contacts.
Compatibility problems may occur with .vcf files created by
different mobile phones and certain contact information may be
lost after contacts are imported.
You can also use Bluetooth to share and import contacts.
How Do I Set a Song As a Phone Ringtone?
In Music , touch and hold the song to be set as a ringtone, and then
touch
Set as ringtone .
How Do I Prevent Automatic Change of Screen Orientation
When Rotating My Phone?
On the Home screen, touch > Settings > Display > Auto-
rotate screen
to disable the function.
How Do I Set an Unlock Pattern?
On the Home screen, touch > Settings > Location & security
>
Set up screen lock > Pattern .
How Can I Change the Input Method?
Touch and hold the area where you write text and then select the
input method you prefer.
How Do I Stop the Song Playing in the Background?
Touch the notification bar, flick downwards to open the notifications
panel, touch the music playing notification to go to the music playing
screen, and then stop playing the song.
How Do I Return to the Call Screen?
While in a call, if you’re on another screen, you can touch the
notification bar, and flick downwards to open the notifications panel.
Then touch the current call notification to return to the call screen.

How Do I Create an Application Shortcut on the Home
Screen?
Touch and hold an application icon on the application screenuntil the
Home screen is displayed. Then drag the icon to where you want to
place it and release your finger.
How Do I Hide the Keyboard?
Touch to hide the keyboard.
How do I forward a message?
Touch and hold a message, and then touch Forward in the menu
that opens.
Why am I unable to use Navigation?
Navigation is unavailable in some countries or regions.
How Do I Use Quick GPS?
On the Home screen, touch > Settings > Location & security
>
Use Quick GPS .
Quick GPS downloads data to enhance the GPS satellite
information and may therefore incur additional data charges.
Warnings and Precautions
This section contains important information pertaining to the
operating instructions of your device. It also contains information
about how to use the device safely. Read this information carefully
before using your device.
Electronic Device
Power off yourdevice if using the device is prohibited. Do not use the
device when using the device causes danger or interference with
electronic devices.

Medical Device
• Follow rules and regulations set forth by hospitals and health
care facilities. Do not use your device when using the device is
prohibited.
• Pacemaker manufacturersrecommend that a minimum
distance of 15 cm be maintainedbetween a device and a
pacemaker to prevent potential interference with the pacemaker.
If you are using a pacemaker, use the device on the opposite
side of the pacemaker and do not carry the devicein your front
pocket.
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere
Power off your device in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, and comply with all signs and instructions. Areas that
may have potentially explosive atmospheres include the areas
where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Triggering of sparks in such areas could cause an explosion ora fire,
resulting in bodily injuries or even deaths. Do not power on your
device at refueling points such as service stations. Comply with
restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and
distribution areas, and chemical plants. In addition, adhere to
restrictions in areas where blasting operations are in progress.
Before using the device, watch out for areas that have potentially
explosive atmospheres that are often, but not always, clearly
marked. Such locations include areas below the deck on boats,
chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal
powders. Ask the manufacturers of vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) whether this device can
be safely used in their vicinity.
Traffic Security
Observe local laws and regulations while using the device. In
addition, if using the device while driving a vehicle, comply with the
following guidelines:
• Concentrate on driving. Your first responsibility is to drive safely.

• Do not talk on the device while driving. Use hands-free
accessories.
• When you have to make or answer a call, parkthe vehicle at the
road side before using your device.
• RF signals may affectelectronic systems of motor vehicles. For
more information, consultthe vehicle manufacturer.
• In a motor vehicle, do not place the device over the air bag or in
the air bag deployment area. Otherwise, the device may hurt you
owing to the strong force when the air bag inflates.
• Do not use your device while flying in anaircraft. Power off your
device before boardingan aircraft. Using wireless devices in an
aircraft may causedanger to the operation of the aircraft and
disrupt the wirelesstelephone network. It may also be
considered illegal.
Operating Environment
• Do not use or charge the device in dusty, damp, and dirty places
or places with magnetic fields. Otherwise, it may result in a
malfunction of the circuit.
• The device complies with the RF specifications when the device
is used near your ear or at a distance of 1.5 cm from your body.
Ensure that the device accessories such as a device case and a
device holster are notcomposed of metal components. Keep
your device 1.5 cm away from your body to meet the
requirement earlier mentioned.
• On a stormy day with thunder, do not use your device when it is
being charged,to prevent any danger caused by lightning.
• When you are on a call, do not touch the antenna. Touching the
antenna affectsthe call quality and results in increase in power
consumption. As a result, the talk time and the standby time are
reduced.
• While using the device, observe the local laws andregulations,
and respect others' privacy and legal rights.

• Keep the ambient temperature between -10°C and 45°C while
the device is being charged. Keep the ambient temperature
between -10°C to 45°C forusing the device powered by a
battery.
Prevention of Hearing Damage
Using a headset at high volume can damage your hearing. To
reduce the risk ofdamage to hearing, lower the headset volume to a
safe and comfortable level.
Safety of Children
Comply with all precautions with regard to children's safety. Letting
the child play with your device or its accessories, which may include
parts that can bedetached from the device, maybe dangerous, as it
may present a choking hazard. Ensure that small children are kept
away from the device and accessories.
Accessories
Choose only batteries, chargers, and accessories approved for use
with this model by the device manufacturer. The use of any other
type of battery, charger, or accessory may invalidate any warranty for
the device, may be in violation of local rules or laws, and may be
dangerous. Please contact your dealer for information about the
availability of approved batteries, chargers, and accessories in your
area.
Use only the following listed AC Adapters/Power Supplies:
HUAWEI: HW-050100E1W, HW-050100A1W,
HW-050100B1W,HW-050100U1W.
Battery and Charger
• Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when
not in use.
• The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times
before it eventually wears out. When the standby time and the
talk time are shorterthan the normal time, replace the battery.

• Use the AC power supplydefined in the specifications of the
charger. An improperpower voltage may cause a fire or a
malfunction of the charger.
• Do not connect two poles of the battery with conductors, such as
metal materials, keys, or jewelries. Otherwise, the battery may
be short-circuited and may cause injuries and burns on your
body.
• If battery electrolyte leaks out, ensure that the electrolyte does
not touch your skin and eyes. When the electrolyte touches your
skin or splashes into your eyes, wash your eyes with cleanwater
immediately and consult a doctor.
• If there is a case of battery deformation, color change, or
abnormal heating while you charge or store the battery, remove
the battery immediately andstop using it. Otherwise, it may lead
to battery leakage, overheating, explosion, or fire.
• If the power cable is damaged (for example, the cord is exposed
or broken), or the plug loosens, stop using the cable at once.
Otherwise, it may lead to anelectric shock, a shortcircuit of the
charger, or a fire.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire as they may explode. Batteries
may also explode if damaged.
• Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects
into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids,
expose to fire, explosion or other hazard.
• Avoid dropping thedevice or battery. If thedevice or battery is
dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects
damage, take it to a qualified service center for inspection.
• Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion or other
hazard.
• Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local
regulations.

• The device should onlybe connected to products that bear the
USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance
program.
Cleaning and Maintenance
• The device, battery, and charger are not water-resistant. Keep
them dry. Protect the device, battery, and charger from water or
vapor. Do not touch the device or the chargerwith a wet hand.
Otherwise, it may lead to a short circuit, a malfunction ofthe
device, and an electric shock to the user.
• Do not place your device, battery, and charger in places where
they can get damaged because of collision. Otherwise, it may
lead to battery leakage, device malfunction, overheating, fire, or
explosion.
• Do not place magnetic storage media such as magnetic cards
and floppy disks near the device. Radiation from the device may
erase the information stored on them.
• Do not leave your device, battery, and charger in a place with an
extreme high or low temperature. Otherwise, they may not
function properly andmay lead to a fire or an explosion. When
the temperature is lower than 0°C, performance of the battery is
affected.
• Do not place sharp metal objects such as pins near the earpiece.
The earpiece may attract these objects and hurt you when you
are using the device.
• Before you clean or maintain the device, power off the device
and disconnect it from the charger.
• Do not use any chemical detergent, powder, or other chemical
agents (such as alcohol and benzene) to clean the device and
the charger. Otherwise, parts of the device maybe damaged or
a fire can be caused. You can clean the device and the charger
with a piece of damp and soft antistatic cloth.