Vertu Constellation V User manual

C O N S T E L L AT I O N V
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Contents
Introduction 5
Your Constellation V phone 5
Help and support 5
Safety 6
Safety 6
Your phone 7
Package contents 7
Features and keys 7
Back, home and recent apps 9
Antenna locations 10
Headset 10
Change the volume 11
Getting started 12
Insert the SIM card 12
Charge the phone 13
Switch the phone on or off 14
Touch screen actions 15
Start-up process 16
Use your phone when it is locked 17
Explore 18
About the home screen 18
Status and notification bar 18
Status and notification icons 19
Clock widget 20
Add widgets to the home screen 20
Favourites tray 20
Aeroplane mode 21
Voice actions 21
Apps 22
About apps 22
Recommended apps 22
Google Play™ 22
Apps precautionary advice 23
Update apps 23
Manage and restore apps 23
Close apps 23
Uninstall apps 24
Vertu Services 25
About Vertu Services 25
Text entry 27
Keyboard entry 27
Predictive text 27
Gesture typing 28
Dictionaries 28
Change the keyboard language 28
Calls 29
About calls 29
Make and answer calls 29
Call the last number dialled 30
Quickly call your favourites 30
Listen to your voicemail 30
Divert calls to another number 31
Make a conference call 31
Contacts 32
About contacts 32
Call, text or email contacts 32
Add contacts 33
Join contacts 33
Edit or delete a contact 33
Save a number from a call or message 33
Mark contacts as favourites 34
Personalise contacts 34
Transfer contacts 34
Messaging and email 36
About messaging 36
Send and read messages 36
Send a message to a group 36
Instant messages 36
Manage messages 37
Corporate email setup 37
Google mail setup 37
Personal email setup 38
Music 39
About music 39
Adding songs or albums to Play Music 39
Play music 40
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Maps and navigation 42
Google Maps™ 42
Google Maps™ with Navigation beta 42
Personalising your phone 43
Widgets 43
Shortcuts 43
Ringtones 43
Wallpapers 44
Assign sounds to actions 44
Display settings 44
Auto-rotate 44
Screen lock 45
Date and time settings 45
Language and region settings 45
Social networks 46
Add an account 46
Delete an account 46
Synchronise contacts 46
Managing accounts 47
Configure sync options 47
Add and delete accounts 47
Backup and restore accounts 47
Browser 48
About the web browser 48
Browse the web 48
Connect to the internet 49
Add a bookmark 49
Widget feeds 49
Privacy and security 49
Downloads 50
Camera 51
About camera 51
Take and share photos 51
Camera settings 53
Record and share a video 53
Video settings 55
Gallery 56
About gallery 56
View and edit photos and videos 56
Share photos and videos 56
View an album 56
Create a folder 57
Assign contact images and wallpaper 57
Take a screen shot 57
Office tools 58
Clock 58
Calculator 58
Calendar 58
Connectivity 60
Wi-Fi 60
Bluetooth 60
Location services 61
Set your phone to sync with your
computer 62
Copy between the phone and a PC 62
Tethering and portable hotspot 63
NFC 63
Phone management 64
System update 64
Free up phone memory 64
Optimise data usage 64
Data roaming settings 64
Back up and restore your phone 65
Set your phone to lock automatically 65
Change your PIN code 65
Access codes 65
Master reset 66
Tips and tricks 67
General tips 67
Extend battery life 68
FAQs 69
Questions 69
How can I extend the battery life of my
phone? 69
Do I need a Google™ account to use my
phone? 70
How can I reduce my data costs,
especially when abroad? 70
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How do I transfer music from my
computer to my phone? 71
How can I listen to my iTunes music
library on my phone? 71
How do I setup an email account on my
phone? 72
How do I transfer contacts to my phone?72
How do I transfer photos from my phone
to my computer? 73
How do I set my music as ringtone? 74
How do I change the font size on my
phone? 74
How do I check if I have the latest
software updates on my phone? 74
Why have I got no connectivity? 74
Why is my internal storage less than
advertised? 75
How do I protect my phone from
unauthorised use? 75
How do I find the IMEI number of my
phone? 75
How can I clear the log of my calls or the
list of people I have contacted
frequently? 75
Why does my phone get warm? 75
How do I know how much storage I have
on my phone? 75
How do I set a photo as my wallpaper? 75
Can Istill useGoogle Mapsif I do not
have a data connection? 76
Accessories 77
Battery charger 77
Data cable 77
Wired stereo headset 78
Specifications 79
Specifications 79
Care of your phone 81
General care 81
Embroidery 81
Exotic leathers 82
Leather 82
Non-precious metals 82
Precious metals 82
Precious stones 83
Sapphire and ceramics 83
Safety and warranty 84
Safety text 84
Additional care and maintenance 88
Manufacturer's Limited Warranty 89
Software application notices for the
phone 92
Environmental 94
Export and controls 95
Copyright and trademark notices 95
SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) notice -
RM-851V 96
Declaration of Conformity 97
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Introduction
Your Constellation V phone
This user guide is intended to provide you with details on how to use the prominent features on your
Constellation V.
To access the exclusive privileges and benefits such as Vertu Life and Vertu Certainty, you must register
your phone.
The pictures used in this user guide are provided for illustration purposes only. They may differ from the
exact appearance of your Constellation V.
Help and support
To find out more about using your phone:
lContact Vertu Customer Service by either pressing the Vertu key or through the Vertu Certainty
app.
lRefer to the user guide on your phone from the Vertu Certainty app, or on the Vertu website at
http://www.vertu.com/help-and-support/user-guides-and-downloads.aspx.
lUse the setup wizards available on the phone to help you with registration to create an email
account.
Compliance information
You can find compliance information on a retractable metal flap that is located in the SIM compartment.
For instructions on accessing the SIM compartment, see "Insert the SIM card" on page 12. The
information displayed includes the IMEI number, serial number, product name and 2D barcode.
Introduction
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Safety
Safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. Read the complete user
guide for further information.
Switch off in restricted areas
Switch the device off when mobile phone use is not allowed or when it may cause
interference or danger, for example, in aircraft, in hospitals or near medical
equipment, fuel, chemicals, or blasting areas. Obey all instructions in restricted
areas.
Road safety comes first
Obey all local laws. Always keep your hands free to operate the vehicle while
driving. Your first consideration while driving should be road safety.
Interference
All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect
performance.
Qualified service
Only qualified personnel may install or repair this product.
Keep your device dry
Your device is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
Protect your hearing
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long
periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the
loudspeaker is in use.
Safety
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Your phone
Package contents
lConstellation V phone
lLeather phone slip case
lWall charger (AC-31) with regional plugs
lMicroUSB cable 1200mm (CA-209DV)
lMicroUSB cable 250mm (CA-210DV)
lWired stereo headset
lPolishing cloth
lSIM-eject tool
lCollateral pack, including Quick Start Guide, Warranty Booklet, Authenticity Card and Website
Information Card
The package contents may vary slightly in accordance with the materials used in your particular phone
and with regional regulations.
Features and keys
Front
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1
Earpiece speaker
2
Front camera
3
Vertu key
4
SIM drawer
5
Ambient light sensor
6
Notification light
7
Navigation icons: Back, Home, and Recent apps
8
Microphone
Your phone
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Back
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2
3
4
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1
LED flash
2
Volume up key
3
Volume down key
4
Power key/screen lock
5
Noise-cancelling microphone
6
Loudspeaker
7
Main camera
Top
1
2
1
MicroUSB connector
2
Headset connector
Your phone
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Back, home and recent apps
Three icons on the front of your phone become touch-sensitive when you switch on. You can use these
icons to navigate between screens and apps.
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Back
2
Home
3
Recent apps
Touch Back to go back to your previous screen.
Touch Home to move an app to the background and return to the home screen. Touch and hold Home to
go to the search screen.
Touch Recent apps to view a list of the apps you have used most recently.
Your phone
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Antenna locations
Avoid touching the antenna areas while the antennas are in use. Contact with antennas affects the
communication quality and may reduce battery life due to higher power levels during operation.
Headset
Use the headset provided to connect to your phone. Alternatively, you can connect any compatible
headsets.
Your phone
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