Sigma TAB A801 User manual

Dear Client! Thank you for purchasing Sigma mobile
product!
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use and
prevent it from damages.
Software, design features and content of manual may be changed to improve the
product without a prior notice.
Manufactures and distributors are not liable for case damages as well as the
damages caused due to incorrect or improper exploitation.
Package Contents:
Tablet PC Sigma mobile TAB A801
Network charger
USB cable
Manual
Warranty Card
Size 208mm*126mm*9mm
The manufacturer reserves the right to change complement, specifications and
appearance
The manufacturer reserves the right to change complement, specifications and
appearance.
Specifications
Android™ 10
In Android 10, you get more than just suggested
responses to your messages. You also get
recommended actions. So, if a friend asks you out
to dinner, your phone can pull up directions right in
Google Maps, no copy and paste required. It works
in all your favorite messaging apps.
Screen
8” resolution 1920*1200 px
CPU
Spreadtrum SC9863A, 8 Core, Up to 1.6 GHz*.
Camera
5 Megapixel on the back and 2 Megapixel on the
front side of device to take photos and record
video.
Memory
Operational –3 GB, built –32 GB**. The possible
storage extension by micro-SD cards up to 128 GB.

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Dual SIM, 3G, LTE
2 SIM cards that support 3G technology and LTE –
for using Internet and to make calls.
WI-FI 802.11 B/G/N
Connection Interface to the wireless network
GPS
The ability to determine the location and to use
navigation programs.
Battery
5100 мАh., built-in
* The frequency of the processor program may be limited to lower values.
** The actual memory size may be less due to the pre-installed operating
system and applications.
Content
Safety and security .................................................................................................. 3
Headset usage.................................................................................................... 4
Start......................................................................................................................... 4
Buttons and ports............................................................................................... 5
Standby mode.................................................................................................... 5
Button to additional menu................................................................................. 6
Connection to 3G/4G network........................................................................... 6
Indicator icons.................................................................................................... 6
Charging the battery .......................................................................................... 7
Installing a SIM-card and memory card.............................................................. 9
Main techniques...................................................................................................... 9
Touchscreen usage............................................................................................. 9
Account settings............................................................................................... 12
Files transferring .............................................................................................. 13
Device securing ................................................................................................ 13
Settings.................................................................................................................. 14
Network & Internet.......................................................................................... 15
Connected devices ........................................................................................... 16
Apps & notifications......................................................................................... 17
Battery ............................................................................................................. 18
Display.............................................................................................................. 18
Sound ............................................................................................................... 18
Storage............................................................................................................. 18
Privacy.............................................................................................................. 18
Location............................................................................................................ 19
Security ............................................................................................................ 19
Accounts........................................................................................................... 20
Accessibility...................................................................................................... 20

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Smart controls.................................................................................................. 20
Digital wellbeing and parental control ............................................................. 20
Google.............................................................................................................. 21
System.............................................................................................................. 21
About phone .................................................................................................... 22
Connection ............................................................................................................ 22
Phone............................................................................................................... 22
Contacts ........................................................................................................... 24
Messaging ........................................................................................................ 25
Apps....................................................................................................................... 26
Google Play ...................................................................................................... 26
Camera............................................................................................................. 26
Google apps ..................................................................................................... 28
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 29
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Do not disassemble device and do not repair it by yourself.
Permitted outside temperature operating mode: 0 to 35*C.
Storage temperature:-5 to +45*C.
Relative humidity: 5% to 90%, non-condensing (25 ° C).
Avoid the contact with fire to avoid explosion or fire.
Do not expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures.
Avoid the water penetration on the device.
Do not drop device and avoid its hitting by other objects.
Do not expose the tablet to the heavy mechanical impact.
Avoid contacts with sources of electromagnetic radiation.
For cleaning device do not use chemicals or cleaning means; always turn the
device off before cleaning.
Do not disconnect device from the PC while formatting and copying files.
When using the device as a removable disk always follow the instructions. Any
false step may lead to loss of files.
Create a backup copy of important data on the PC, as the device repair or other
causes may result the data loss.
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

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To avoid of getting heavy metals, acids, lye in water or soil, causing significant
damage to the environment, utilize used battery according to the law. The legal
liability arises in case of infraction about the utilization norms.
Headset usage
For safety do not use headset while driving the car or bicycle.
Reduce the volume passing roadway.
Using the headset, do not listen to music at a high volume for a long time –
reversely, it may lead to the hearing problems.
Stop using the headset or reduce the volume if you hear the ringing in ears.
START
Turn on: Pressand hold a few seconds power button. Waitfor the download process
and lock screen appearance.
Turn off: Press and hold for four seconds power button until the switching off
interface appears. Choose the button, which confirms the switching off. The device
turns off

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Buttons and ports
1
USB Type C connector
7
Volume
2
SIM/microSD slot
8
Power on/off
3
Receiver
9
Reset
4
Audio connector
10
Main camera
5
Front camera
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Flash
6
Speaker
12
Standby mode
In operation mode the short pressing on the power button leads the device to the
standby mode, the screen goes dark.
The repeated short pressing on the power button leads the device out from the
standby mode; the lock screen is showed on the display.
To unlock the screen, you may swipe from the bottom in any part of the screen.
It is possible to protect yourself from unauthorized access in several ways:

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- Locking by the graphical key;
- Locking by the password or PIN;
Button to additional menu
On the main screen and in the different programs might be the icon .
By pressing on it, the additional menu is opened for additional configuration and
management.
Connection to 3G/4G network
To activate 3G/4G* insert SIM-card of mobile operator in special slot on the
smartphone. Only after these actions turn on the phone, search 3G signal appears
automatically.
* Turn off the connection to Wi-Fi before running the 3G function (if the phone was
connected via Wi-Fi).
Attention: To avoid SIM-card damages turn off the phone before changing and removing SIM-card. Use standard
SIM-cards accurately (SIM/Micro-SIM). It is not recommended to use SIM-cards adapter. Insert and remove the
SIM-card without effort. Mechanical damage is not a guarantee case.
Indicator icons
The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status
of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
LTE network connected

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Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth activated
GPS activated
Call in progress
Missed call
Synced with the web
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Do not disturb mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time.
Use only Sigma mobile approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved
chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears as empty.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge
for a few minutes before turning on the device.
If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection
to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a
data transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
Charging steps
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and then plug the end of the USB
cable into the multipurpose jack.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
The device may be used while charging; in that case charging time is prolonged.
If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should
not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual,
the charger may stop charging.
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Sigma
mobile Service Centre.
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger
from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. To save energy, unplug
the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you
must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting
power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible
while charging.

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Installing a SIM-card and memory card
Install the SIM card (nanoSIM format) provided by the mobile operator and, if
necessary, a microSD card.
1. Remove the tray that has SIM
and microSD cards installed. For
removing SIM tray use SIM
extractor tool
2. Insert the SIM card and, if
necessary, a microSD card.
Attention! It is possible to use either two SIM
cards (nanoSIM) or one SIM card and microSD
card at the same time. Do not insert the
memory card into the SIM card slot. If the
memory card is stuck in the SIM card slot,
contact the authorized Sigma mobile service
center for safe removal. Be careful not to lose your SIM card and do not let others use it. Sigma mobile is
not liable for any damage or inconvenience caused by the loss or theft of the cards.
3. Place the tray in the appropriate slot and secure it.
Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB.
Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards
may not be compatible with your device.
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the
data stored in it.
Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat
the memory card.
Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
Attention! Take a look at the two ways of using the memory card that will be
proposed, after turning on the smartphone. Choose the best suited variant.
MAIN TECHNIQUES
Touchscreen usage
It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.
Attention! Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic
discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with
anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips. The device may not recognize touch inputs
close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area. Leaving the touchscreen idle for

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extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touchscreen when you do
not use the device.
Operate with fingers
Tapping
To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with your finger.
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available
options.
Dragging
To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
Double-tapping
Double - tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double –tap again to return.
Swiping
Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other
panels. You may swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list
of items such as contacts.
Spreading and pinching
Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to
zoom out.
Screen turning
Many programs support the interface displaying in landscape or portrait format. If
the device turns, the display turns automatically according to the new screen
position.
Open notification panel and cancel the option Screen turning if you do not want the
screen to turn.
Attention! Some programs do not support the Screen turning option. Some programs display different screen
positions depends on the device position.
Notifications
When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator
icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the
notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the
status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the
screen. Scroll down to see additional notifications.
On the notifications panel you may view current device settings

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Settings : switch to device settings
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi function on/off
Bluetooth: on/off
Do not disturb function switch
Flashlight: on/off Torch
Auto-rotate (Screen Rotation): on/off automatically screen rotation
Battery saver on/off
Mobile data: on/off mobile data
Airplane mode: on/off
Screen cast
Location: on/off GPS function
Adjust the screen brightness
To edit the notifications panel (add / remove buttons, reorder them), press the Edit
key. Home screen
Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or
right.
Objects managing
Moving items
Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. To
move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
Removing items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to remove at the top of the screen. When
the basket is red, let it off. Folder usage
You can combine multiple shortcuts in folders on the home screen.
On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop
the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the
selected apps will be created.
To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an
app to the Home screen.
To delete apps in a folder, tap the folder, and then drag the app you want to delete
to Remove at the top of the screen. To rename the folder, tap the name.

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Panels managing
Adding new panel
New panel is added automatically when the new object is added beyond the existing
panels.
Moving the panel
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.
Delete the panel
In order to delete the panel, delete first all of the objects of its panel. And the
panel will be removed automatically.
Background settings
Setting pictures and photos, saved on the device, as a background for home screen.
1.Press and hold empty space on the home screen and then press Wallpapers.
2.Swipe left or right and chose one of the proposed pictures, showed down the
screen. To choose the photo, made by the camera, or other images press Choose
image.
3.Choose the necessary image, change the frame (as you wish) and install as a
wallpaper. Widgets usage
Widgets –are the short programs, because of them a lot of small functions places
on the home screen. In order to use them, add widgets to the home screen.
Attention! Some widgets are connected to network. The usage of web-widget may lead to additional costs.
The widgets availability depends on country or mobile operator.
On the home screen press and hold empty space and then press Widgets.
Scroll left and right on the widget panel and then touch and hold widget to add it to
the home screen. Place it on the proper place, change size by dragging (if you wish)
and then touch any part of screen to save the widget location.
Apps screen
On the Home screen, swipe up to open the Apps screen. The application screen
contains all the applications installed in the phone. To open the selected
application, tap it on the applications screen. Touch and hold the app icon to see
more options
Account settings
You need Google Account to use Google programs such as Google Play, Gmail and
ext. Create Google Account for using all phone possibilities.

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Adding Accounts
To set up Google Account follow the instructions, which are displayed when the
Google is opened without signing in.
To enter the system by the Google Account or register Google Account touches the
program menu - Settings →Accounts →Add Account→ Google. It is possible to
use a few Google Accounts.
Removing Accounts
On the program menu press Settings →Accounts, choose the Account that should
be removed then press key Remove Account.
Files transferring
Transferring of the audio, video, images and other file types from the device to
computer and reversely.
Connection in file transfer mode
1. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Use USB to → Transfer files.
3. Transfer files between your device and the computer.
Connection in photo transfer mode
1. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Use USB to → Transfer photos (PTP).
3. Transfer photos between your device and the computer.
Device securing
Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the
device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever
unlocking it.
Setting a pattern
On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Security→ Screen
Lock→ Pattern.
Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw
the pattern again to verify it.
Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.
Setting a PIN
On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Security → Screen Lock → PIN.
Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

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Setting a password
On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Security → Screen Lock → Password.
Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the
password again to verify it.
SETTINGS
Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add
Accounts.
Tap Settings on the Applications screen.

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Network & Internet WI-FI
In the WI-FI section you will see a WI-FI
switch, a list of available networks, the latest
line of which is "Add Network" - for manually
adding the WI-FI network and a Saved
network –list of network has been saved.
For settings press WiFi preferences:
Turn on Wi-Fi automatically switch
Open network notification switch
Install certificates
Network rating provider
WI-FI Direct –searching and connection
to devices that support this technology
MAC-address and IP-address
After all installation is done, icon of
connection with the wireless network
appears at the top of the screen
Mobile network
Mobile data
Access data using mobile network switch
Data roaming
Set the device to use data connections when
you are roaming
App data usage
View mobile internet traffic usage statistics
Data warnings & limit
To set data limit and data warnings
Preferred network type
To choose which type of network you want to connect: 2G/3G/4G
Network operator selection
Manual / automatic network operator selection
Access point names
Set up access point names (APNs).

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Data saver
Data saver prevents some apps from sending or receiving data an the background
Hotspot & tethering
USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection
with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a
wireless modem for the computer.
Bluetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile network
connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.
WiFi hotspot: Use the portable Mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile
network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network.
VPN
Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).
Airplane mode
This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network
services.
Connected devices USB
USB usage type selection (when connected to a PC):
File transfer
USB tethering
Use the device as MIDI
Transfer photos (PTP mode)
No data transfer (charging only)
Pair new device
Find and pair a new Bluetooth device
Previously connected devices
List of Bluetooth devices that have already been connected to the smartphone
Connection preferences
Bluetooth
Enable / disable and configure Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with
other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Cast
Screencast to wireless device (such as Smart TV)
Printing
Connect to a printer and set up
Files received via Bluetooth

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List of files received via Bluetooth
Nearby Share
Enable / disable Nearby Share function
Apps & notifications
List of applications installed on the device.
To view all installed apps, touch See all apps. Touch the app you want to view and
adjust your actions:
Open apps
Uninstall - remove the application
Force Stop - stop the application
Notifications - Notification settings for the application
Permissions - View and configure the permissions of the application
Storage & cache (use the device memory application)
Mobile data & Wi-Fi Data usage
Battery. Battery usage data, background settings and battery optimization.
Open by default (using this particular application to open specific links)
Information about the application
WARNING! Standard apps provided with the device can not be deleted.
Downloaded applications and some standard applications that come with your
device can not be turned off. If you use this feature, the programs turned off do
not appear on the application screen, but are still stored in the device memory.
Notification
Application setting to show notification. For each application, you can enable /
disable and configure display and send notifications in different situations with the
use of a smartphone. Screen time
Device usage statistics, timer settings for applications
Default apps
Set up default applications that will be used in certain situations.
Permission manager
View application permissions. Permissions are grouped by type of use. There is the
ability to manage permissions: enable / disable

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Special app Access
Installing default apps to use in certain situations. Configuring Special app Access
to System Processes (battery optimization, modify system settings and so on).
Battery
In this menu you can see the battery usage after the last full charge, enable /
disable power saving mode, set sleep mode, enable battery percentage display,
and more.
Display
Display settings:
•Brightness level
•Eye comfort
•Colors & contrast
•Wallpaper
•Dark theme switch
•Time for activating sleep mode (screen timeout)
•Font size
•Display size
•Screen Rotation (auto-rotation switch)
Sound
Set up your phone's sound: ringtones and volume for different types of
notifications, vibrate on / off, key sounds, Do not disturb, sound enhancement,
and more.
Storage
The memory displaying installed in the device: total amount and free space
Privacy Permission manager
View application permissions. Permissions are grouped by type of use. It is
possible to control permissions: on / off
Show Passwords
Enable / disable the short-term password display function as you enter it
Lock screen
Choose how to display notifications on the lock screen
Autofill service from Google
View and manage one-touch data: passwords, addresses, credit cards, and other
information stored in your Google Account.

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Google location history
View and manage data about where you go with your device
Activity control
Choose the activities and info you allow Google to save
Ads
Advertising ID and personalization
Usage & diagnostics
Switch. Help improve the quality of Android by automatically sending diagnostic,
device, and app usage data to Google.
Location
The setting changing is for applying to the location information.
Use location. Switch
Recent location requests: viewing programs that use information about location
and its battery usage.
App permission
Emergence Location Service Switch
Google Location Accuracy Switch
Google Location History.
Security Security status
Turn Google Play Protect on / off and report on it
Turn on and set up the "Find My device" feature
Device security
There is a changing of security settings of device and SIM- or USIM-card.
Screen lock. Type setting screen lock
Face authentication. Set up face authentication
Smart Lock. You need to set the screen lock to turn on. With Google Smart Lock
you can easily protect your devices and Accounts. Smart Lock automatically blocks
the tablet or phone when it's not with you and unlocks the device when it's safe.
You can choose how to unlock your Android device: through certain Bluetooth or
NFC connections, in trusted locations when you hold it, or when it recognizes your
voice Other settings for device security
Device admin apps: view device administrators, installed on it. Administrators
may be allowed to use on the device new policy.

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To encrypt device: set a password to encrypt data stored on the device. Password
must be entered each time when activate the device. Charge the battery before
activate this option, as data encryption takes time more than an hour.
External memory card encryption: files encryption on the device, saved on
memory card. If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting
enabled, the device will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this
setting before resetting the device.
Data protection. To protect data from unwanted access using a graphic key
Setting of SIM-card locking:
–To lock SIM-card: enable or disable the lock option with the help of PIN-
code to request PIN-code before using the device.
–To change the PIN-code of the SIM-card: PIN-code changing that is used for
the access on the SIM-card.
Type of storage: set up the type of storage for Account data saving.
Trusted Account data: certificate and Account data usage to ensure secure use of
various applications.
Certificates installation: to install encrypted certificates stored on USB-drives.
Remove Account data: remove Account data from the device and reset the
password.
Accounts
Manage (add, edit, etc.) Accounts of the device. Enable / disable automatic data
synchronization. Adding and viewing information for emergencies for the user
(medical information, contact persons in case of an emergency)
Accessibility
Availability services –special functions, designed for users with certain disabilities.
Use the settings and change it to improve the availability and usability of the
device
Smart controls
Additional special functions settings, which make phone controlling simpler. These
include:
Smart wake
Lift to check tablet
Smart motion etc
Digital wellbeing and parental control
A system application that allows you to get information about the use of the
device, such as how often the phone is unlocked, or how long each application