Nokia 6 2nd Generation User manual

Nokia 6 2nd Generation
User Guide
Issue 2018-08-29 en-HK

About this user guide
Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read
“For your safety” and “Product Safety” info in the printed user guide, or at
www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get
started with your new device, read the printed user guide.
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Table of Contents
About this user guide 2
Get started 6
Keep your phone up to date 6
Keys and parts 6
Insert or remove SIM and memory card 7
Charge your phone 9
Switch on and set up your phone 10
Dual SIM settings 10
Setting up fingerprint ID 11
Lock or unlock your phone 11
Use the touch screen 12
Basics 16
Personalize your phone 16
Open and close an app 16
Notifications 17
Control volume 18
Screenshots 19
Battery life 19
Save on data roaming costs 20
Write text 21
Date and time 24
Clock and alarm 24
Calculator 26
Accessibility 26
Notes 27
Connect with your friends and family 28
Calls 28
Contacts 28
Send and receive messages 29
Get social 30
Camera 32
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Camera basics 32
Use your camera like a pro 33
Save your photos and videos to a memory card 34
Your photos and videos 34
Internet and connections 36
Activate Wi-Fi 36
Use a cellular data connection 36
Browse the web 37
Close a connection 39
Bluetooth 39
VPN 42
Music 43
FM Radio 43
Apps and services 45
AppStore and preloaded apps 45
Software updates and backups 47
Update your phone software 47
Storage 47
Protect your phone 49
Protect your phone with your fingerprint 49
Change your SIM PIN code 49
Access codes 50
Product and safety information 52
For your safety 52
Network services and costs 55
Emergency calls 56
Take care of your device 56
Recycle 57
Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol 57
Battery and charger information 58
Small children 59
Medical devices 59
Implanted medical devices 59
Hearing 60
Protect your device from harmful content 60
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Vehicles 61
Potentially explosive environments 61
Certification information (SAR) 61
About Digital Rights Management 62
Copyrights and notices 63
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Get started
Keep your phone up to date
YOUR PHONE SOFTWARE
Keep your phone up to date and accept available software updates to get new and
enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your
phone’s performance.
Keys and parts
Explore the keys and parts of your new phone.
YOUR PHONE
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This user guide applies to following model: TA-1054.
Fingerprint sensor1.
Flash2.
Main camera3.
Audio connector4.
SIM card/MicroSD card5.
Proximity sensor 6.
Earpiece7.
Front camera8.
Volume keys9.
Power/Lock key10.
Charger connector11.
Loudspeaker12.
Microphone13.
Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as charger, headset, or
data cable, may be sold separately.
PARTS AND CONNECTORS, MAGNETISM
Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the
device. Do not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an
external device or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.
Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device.
Do not place credit cards or other magnetic stripe cards near the device for
extended periods of time, since the cards may be damaged.
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Insert or remove SIM and memory card
INSERT SIM AND MEMORY CARD
To open the SIM card tray, insert the tray opener in the hole next to the tray and 1.
push.
Put the nano-SIM into the slot 1 located on the tray with the contact area face 2.
down. If you have a second SIM, put it into the slot 2, or, if you have a memory
card, put the card into the memory card slot located in the SIM slot.
Slide the SIM and memory card tray back into place.¹3.
Use only compatible memory cards approved for use with this device. Incompatible
cards may damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
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Note: If you have a dual SIM variant with only one SIM tray, you cannot use two SIM cards
and a memory card at the same time.
Important: Network access license is needed for verifying that your phone is authentic,
please keep it in a safe place.
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REMOVE SIM AND MEMORY CARD
Open the SIM and memory card tray, remove the cards, and slide the tray back into
its slot.
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Use only original nano-SIM cards. Use of incompatible SIM cards may damage the card or the device, and may corrupt data
stored on the card.
Charge your phone
CHARGE THE BATTERY
Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet.1.
Connect the cable to your phone.2.
Your phone supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your phone from a
computer with a USB cable, but it may take a longer time.
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If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the
charging indicator is displayed.
Switch on and set up your phone
When you switch your phone on for the first time, your phone guides you to set up
your network connections and phone settings.
SWITCH ON YOUR PHONE
To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates. 1.
When the phone is switched on, choose your language and region.2.
Follow the instructions shown on your phone.3.
Dual SIM settings
You can have 2 SIMs in your phone, for example, one for your work and one for your
personal use.
Note: On dual SIM capable devices, both SIM1 and SIM2 slots support 4G networks.
However, if your SIM1 and SIM2 are both LTE SIM cards, the primary SIM supports
4G/3G/2G networks, while the secondary SIM can only support 3G/2G. For more
information on your SIM cards, contact your service provider.
CHOOSE WHICH SIM TO USE
When, for example, making a call, you can choose which SIM to use by tapping the
corresponding SIM 1 or SIM 2 button after you dial the number.
Your phone shows the network status for both SIMs separately. Both SIM cards are
available at the same time when the device is not being used, but while one SIM card
is active, when, for example, making a call, the other may be unavailable.
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MANAGE YOUR SIMS
Don't want work to interfere with your free time? Or do you have a cheaper data
connection on one SIM? You can decide which SIM you want to use.
Tap Settings > SIM Cards.
RENAME A SIM CARD
Tap the SIM you want to rename, and type in the name you want.
SELECT WHICH SIM TO USE FOR CALLS OR DATA CONNECTION
Under Preferred SIM for, tap the setting you want to change and select the SIM.
Setting up fingerprint ID
You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint
ID for extra security.
ADD A FINGERPRINT
Tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint. If you don’t have screen lock set up on 1.
your phone, tap SET UP SCREEN LOCK.
Select which backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and 2.
follow the instructions shown on your phone.
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Lock or unlock your phone
LOCK YOUR PHONE
If you want to avoid accidentally making a call when your phone is in your pocket or
bag, you can lock your keys and screen.
To lock your keys and screen, press the power key.
UNLOCK THE KEYS AND SCREEN
Press the power key, and swipe up across the screen. If asked, provide additional
credentials.
Use the touch screen
Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or
other sharp object on the touch screen.
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TAP AND HOLD TO DRAG AN ITEM
Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds, and slide your finger across
the screen.
SWIPE
Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the direction you want.
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SCROLL THROUGH A LONG LIST OR MENU
Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen, and lift your
finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen.
ZOOM IN OR OUT
Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers
apart or together.
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LOCK THE SCREEN ORIENTATION
The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90 degrees.
To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of the screen, and tap
Auto-rotate to switch to Portrait.
USE THE NAVIGATION KEYS
To see which apps you have open, tap the overview key .
To switch to another app, tap the app you want. To close an app, tap the  icon
next to it.
To go back to the previous screen you were in, tap the back key . Your phone
remembers all the apps and websites you've visited since the last time your screen
was locked.
To go to the home screen, tap the home key . The app you were in stays open in
the background.
OPEN TWO APPS AT ONCE
For easier navigation between apps, press and hold the overview  key to divide
the screen between two apps. To go back to normal view, press and hold the
overview  key again.
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Basics
Personalize your phone
Learn how to personalize the home screen and how to change ringtones.
CHANGE YOUR WALLPAPER
Tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper.
CHANGE YOUR PHONE RINGTONE
Tap Settings > Sound.1.
Tap SIM1 Phone ringtone or SIM2 Phone ringtone to select the ringtone for 2.
respective SIMs.
CHANGE YOUR MESSAGE NOTIFICATION RINGTONE
Tap Settings > Sound > Default notification ringtone.
Open and close an app
OPEN AN APP
On the home screen, tap an app icon to open it. To open one of the apps running in
the background, tap , and select the app.
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CLOSE AN APP
Tap , and tap  on the app you want to close.
FIND YOUR APPS
On the home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to see all your apps.
CLOSE ALL RUNNING APPS
Tap  >  CLEAR ALL.
Notifications
Stay in touch with what's happening on your phone with notifications.
USE THE NOTIFICATION PANEL
When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator
icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. To see more information
about the notifications, drag the status bar down. To close the view, swipe up on
the screen.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar down. To close the notification
panel, swipe up on the screen.
To change the notification settings of an app, tap Settings > Notifications and tap
the app name to open the app settings.
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USE THE QUICK SETTING ICONS
To activate features, tap the quick settings icons on the notification panel. To see
more icons, drag the menu down.
To rearrange the icons, tap , tap and hold an icon, and then drag it to another
location.
Control volume
CHANGE THE VOLUME
If you have trouble hearing your phone ringing in noisy environments, or calls are
too loud, you can change the volume to your liking by using the volume keys on the
side of your phone.
Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the
device. Do not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an
external device or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.
CHANGE THE VOLUME FOR MEDIA AND APPS
Press a volume key on the side of your phone to see the volume status bar, tap ,
and drag the slider on the volume bar for media and apps left or right.
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SET THE PHONE TO SILENT
Press a volume key on the side of your phone, and tap  to switch to silent.
Tip:Don't want to keep your phone in silent mode, but can't answer right now? To silence
an incoming call, press the volume down key. You can also set your phone to mute the
ringing when you pick the phone up: tap Settings > Motion > Mute on pickup.
If you want to be able to quickly reject a call, tap Settings > Motion > Turn over to reject
call. When there is an incoming call, turn the phone over to reject the call.
Screenshots
TAKE A SCREENSHOT
To take a screenshot, open the notification panel, and drag the status bar down.
Tap Screenshot. You can view the captured images in Gallery.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
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Battery life
EXTEND BATTERY LIFE
To save power:
Always charge the battery fully.1.
Mute unnecessary sounds, such as 2.
touch sounds. Tap Settings > Sound
, and under Other sounds, select
which sounds to keep.
Use wired headphones, rather than 3.
the loudspeaker.
Set the phone screen to switch off 4.
after a short time. Tap Settings >
Display > Sleep and select the time.
Tap Settings > Display > 5.
Brightness level. Make sure that
Adaptive brightness is unabled. To
adjust the brightness, drag the
brightness level slider.
Stop apps from running in the 6.
background: tap , and close the
apps you don’t need.
Enable the Background activity 7.
manager. The notifications of some
apps or emails may not be able to be
retrieved instantly. You can manage
the battery life by adding or
removing the apps to or from the
whitelist. Tap Settings > Battery >
Background activity manager.
Enable Battery saver. Tap Settings8.
> Battery > Power saver, and
switch to On.
Use network connections selectively: 9.
Switch Bluetooth on only when
needed.
Use a Wi-Fi connection to connect to
the internet, rather than a cellular
data connection.
Stop your phone scanning for
available wireless networks. Tap
Settings > Wi-Fi, and switch to Off.
If you're listening to music or
otherwise using your phone, but
don't want to make or receive calls,
switch Airplane mode on. Tap
Settings > More > Airplane mode.
Airplane mode closes connections to the cellular network and switches your device’s
wireless features off.
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