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Aquaris X2 / Aquaris X2 Pro

Complete User Manual - English

Before You Start

Product Overview

Do not attempt to remove the rear cover of your Aquaris X2 / X2 Pro, as this may damage the device.
Do not remove the battery by any means. Removing it may invalidate the warranty.

Microphone

Speaker

Type C

USB port

Headphone

jack

Fingerprint

scanner

Rear camera

Frontal

flash

Front

camera

Rear

flash

Volume

Power button

Micro-

SIM/

microSD

Noise canceller

Speaker

Notification LED

Summary of Contents for Aquaris X2

Page 1: ...Complete User Manual Aquaris X2 X2 X2 Pro...

Page 2: ...purchases or sign in to an application About this manual To make sure that you use your smartphone correctly please read this manual carefully before you start using it Some of the images and screens...

Page 3: ...ers All rights reserved 2018 Mundo Reader SL All rights reserved The reproduction copying distribution publication or modification of this material is strictly prohibited unless carried out with the e...

Page 4: ...g and Removing the microSD Card 12 Charging the Device and Transferring Files 14 Setup Wizard 15 Learning to Use the Multi Touch Screen 17 Desktop Features 17 Adjusting Screen Rotation 17 Buttons and...

Page 5: ...fications 43 Notification Channels and Categories 43 Notification Dots 43 Quick Settings 44 BATTERY 45 DISPLAY 46 SOUND 48 STORAGE 48 SECURITY AND LOCATION 49 Device Security 50 Privacy 51 USERS AND A...

Page 6: ...ates 66 Autofill Service 66 Smart Text Selection 66 BQ Launcher 67 Progressive Installation Progress Bar 67 New Emojis 67 Compress Files 67 New Picture in Picture Option PiP 68 Appendices 68 Appendix...

Page 7: ...Aquaris X2 X2 Pro Type C to Type A USB 2 0 cable SIM key Qualcomm Quick Charge 3 0 charger Documentation Warranty and important information BQ genuine accessories comply with the strictest quality an...

Page 8: ...f your Aquaris X2 X2 Pro as this may damage the device Do not remove the battery by any means Removing it may invalidate the warranty Microphone Speaker Type C USB port Headphone jack Fingerprint scan...

Page 9: ...the device Do not attempt to remove the battery cover You will find the SIM key inside the box containing your device Ensure the device is switched off then extract the tray by inserting the key into...

Page 10: ...our device when switching it on you will need to enter the PIN for each one Every time your Aquaris X2 X2 Pro detects a new SIM a pop up window appears informing you of the default settings for phone...

Page 11: ...der keeping in mind the following recommendations a For extra security we recommend the device be switched off before removing the microSD card b To remove it while the device is switched on first unm...

Page 12: ...V 50Hz 3 Plug the USB Type C end of the cable into your smartphone s USB C port B Using a laptop or desktop computer 1 Connect the Type A USB 2 0 end of the cable to a compatible USB port on your comp...

Page 13: ...down the notification bar and tapping Use USB to transfer files The connection options are Charge this device Supply power which enables other devices to be charged from the phone battery Transfers f...

Page 14: ...you switch on your Aquaris X2 X2 Pro a setup wizard will help you to configure the basic settings for your device Language SIM cards Wi Fi networks Google account Protect your phone BQ Services BQ Plu...

Page 15: ...n points Different movements which are linked to different functions can be made using these points Touch Touch the screen briefly to select an icon open an app activate a text entry box etc Long pres...

Page 16: ...ded screens Slide it up or down to scroll through a website list or menu Pinch Place two fingers on the screen at the same time separate them to zoom in and bring them together to zoom out Double tap...

Page 17: ...ck settings menu Buttons and Icons The navbar is shown on screen by default to enable you to navigate through the screens of your device with ease You can return to a previous screen when using an app...

Page 18: ...n in the bottom right corner of the device will shift the current app to the top part of the screen leaving the bottom part free for whichever app you choose from the recent apps list Resize the split...

Page 19: ...option Thescreenwillturnonanddisplaytheconfiguredlockoption Tochangethelock option go to Settings Security and location Device security Screen lock and choose from the following None Swipe Pattern PIN...

Page 20: ...messages etc appearhere Thequicksettingsandnotificationsarefoundinthesame area Swipethebardownwardtoopenitout Afirstswipewillshowarowofsixquicksettings tiles Asecondswipewillrevealtherestofthetiles 2...

Page 21: ...e widgets you want to have on the Home Screen They are distributed vertically and in alphabetical order to make them easier to find Widgets belonging to the same app are positioned horizontally for mo...

Page 22: ...settings Data usage or Wi Fi by long pressing the Settings icon Tapping elsewhere on the screen will make the shortcuts menu disappear An app shortcut can be added to the Home screen by long pressing...

Page 23: ...install When the icon turns red release it to uninstall To obtain information on an app drag it to the icon i labelled App info When the icon turns blue release it Status Bar The Status bar contains i...

Page 24: ...age received through a messaging app can be done directly from the notification Swipe the notification gently right or left and the Settings icon will appear giving you access to the rest of the setti...

Page 25: ...Use the icon in the top right corner to choose which options to display or hide Some options which are hidden by default will be explained in more detail later The order of these can be changed by lo...

Page 26: ...ens to which images and sound can be sent Hotspot enables your BQ device to be used as a hotspot sharing your internet access with other devices Tethering provides access to the tethering and portable...

Page 27: ...lower right corner provides access to the Camera app By pressing on Emergency you can access any personal information and contacts you have added for use in the event of an emergency You can also edit...

Page 28: ...eyboard 1 Enable disable caps lock 2 Change from letters to numbers and symbols or vice versa 3 Space 4 Enter return 5 Delete More information about keyboard settings and text input languages is avail...

Page 29: ...SIM card the internal memory of your device and any online accounts you have set up You have different options available depending on where you have saved your contacts Using this application you can...

Page 30: ...n Make a phone call Tap the telephone icon beside the number you want to call Send an SMS Tap and enter a message Send an email Tap the desired email address Other options tap the icon in the top righ...

Page 31: ...a series of contacts from one source and paste it to another account app or the internal phone memory To do this 1 Tap the icon in the list of contacts Settings 2 From Manage contacts tap Import Expor...

Page 32: ...the log for incoming and outgoing calls Make calls Phone calls can be made in a number of ways VIA CONTACTS 1 Access Contacts using any of the aforementioned methods 2 Select the contact you wish to c...

Page 33: ...he smartphone s screen Available options are 1 Swipe the call icon upward to accept the incoming call 2 Swipe the call icon downward to reject the incoming call 3 Tap the message icon located in the b...

Page 34: ...appear Various options will be displayed at the bottom of the screen during the call Mute mutes the internal microphone Keypad opens the numeric keypad Speaker activates the external speaker providing...

Page 35: ...ures have been added These can be accessed by tapping the icon and selecting Settings Caller ID and spam Google s database of phone numbers provides this information When placing or receiving a call y...

Page 36: ...from your contacts list This application also allows the sending of MMS multimedia messages Tapping the icon to the left of the text entry field will display the types of multimedia files that can be...

Page 37: ...MMS are found in the Messaging app Press the icon and go to Settings to configure the following general and advanced aspects General Default SMS app by selecting the app to be used by default Notifica...

Page 38: ...rmationonthedefaultsettingsenabled suchastheDatasaverorDonotdisturbmode and gives you the option to disable them Another novelty is that each item on the main page of the settings menu now shows its c...

Page 39: ...red To access the options for Wi Fi support Install certificates Wi Fi Direct WPS push button and WPS PIN entry for the Wi Fi network tap Settings Wi Fi Wi Fi preferences and select the Advanced setti...

Page 40: ...have the Bluetooth option enabled The device will be visible as long as the user remains in the Bluetooth settings area To connect to another device provided both are visible simply tap the name of t...

Page 41: ...want to send audio video 5 After a few seconds you will see your smartphone s screen mirrored on the other device in real time NFC Your Aquaris X X Pro is equipped with NFC Near Field Communication t...

Page 42: ...ss relevant notifications such as time traffic promotions suggestions etc Replying to a message received through a messaging app can be done right from the notification We recommend going to Settings...

Page 43: ...high medium and low to different notification categories This can be done via Settings Apps and notifications Notifications App notifications then tap the app you want to personalise NOTIFICATION DOTS...

Page 44: ...quicksettings Allyouneedtodoislong presstheselectedquick settings and you will be taken to the rest of the options Battery The battery control options can be accessed via this menu The main options in...

Page 45: ...tions only a few additional settings under Night light Night light was one of the most distinctive features of Nougat The additional feature of allowing the colour intensity to be adjusted has been ad...

Page 46: ...on allows the smartphone s display to be turned on or off with a double tap Sound Here you can access the settings relating to the device volume preferences simply reorganised in a different way The v...

Page 47: ...reate automatic rules Rules are used to set do not disturb times or events according to your personal circumstances Tap the Settings cog icon in quick settings to access this option directly On select...

Page 48: ...eletethemostrecentdocuments Security and Location The security and location options are grouped into this section At the top are the options relating to the General security status Google Play Protect...

Page 49: ...ion is an intelligent screen unlocking system allowing you to add devices a face or trusted sites in such a way that your smartphone does not ask you for the password as long as the conditions are met...

Page 50: ...networks Battery saving determines your location using only Wi Fi and the mobile network Device only determines your location using GPS only In the Location services menu you can access the Google loc...

Page 51: ...lication This will enable the user to easily browse the internet via presses on the peripheral Its operation is based on the interaction of two Cartesian axes A tap is produced where these axes inters...

Page 52: ...You can also configure the keyboard text input methods voice typing and pointer speed It is now possible to add more than one language preference Do this via Settings Languages and input Languages th...

Page 53: ...operating system which generally include performance improvements or additional features for your smartphone From this section you will be able to check if your system is up to date as well as the da...

Page 54: ...ding on which option you have selected To zoom when taking photos or video use a pinch gesture on the preview before taking the shot Alternatively use the volume buttons requires previous configuratio...

Page 55: ...ll HD Plus 18 9 Format for the front camera sets the image size Choose from Standard 4 3 or Full HD 16 9 or Full HD Plus 18 9 Resolution for rear camera sets the image quality Values ranging from 2 MP...

Page 56: ...tos and record videos If you have previously enabled Adaptive brightness it will function by adapting to the light available Selfie frame Shows a miniature portrait indicating where you need to look t...

Page 57: ...age HDR mode is not compatible with the continuous shooting option or the flash Provides access to the camera s general settings MANUAL In addition to the icons already explained in Auto the extra set...

Page 58: ...mode enables video recording in fast motion This visual effect is achieved by recording a scene at a lower rate of images per second than the projection speed When these sequences are played back at a...

Page 59: ...SE This mode allows a scene to be captured as it changes over time It can then be played back at normal speed but with a fast motion effect You can enable the time lapse feature and set the time inter...

Page 60: ...following options Slideshow Set as Print Delete from device and Help Send suggestions Tapping the icon will show a list of frequently used contacts together with the most common applications used to...

Page 61: ...r When using this method to look for an app you are also offered the possibility to access the Play Store by tapping on Search for more apps Individual Permission for Apps from Unknown Sources To down...

Page 62: ...current webpage in order to view it while offline Information i provides information about the current web page Reload page refreshes the content of the current page New tab opens a new tab This allo...

Page 63: ...ll see while you are in the meeting Maps and GPS Navigation Your smartphone includes the Maps application which lets you find your current location enableGPSforgreateraccuracy viewsatelliteimageryande...

Page 64: ...e displayed how they are read or replied to and how notifications are received Furthermore several different accounts can be grouped together allowing simultaneous reception of email from all of them...

Page 65: ...es with a useful Clock that has various functions The first tab lets you easily manage your Alarms Set more than one alarm at a time assign them names confirm if an alarm is to repeat or not decide wh...

Page 66: ...If one is available the installation process will occur as described above Auto fill service It comes with an autofill system inherited from Chrome This means that if you save your data when you fill...

Page 67: ...e in Picture option PiP PiP is a new type of multi window mode that allows us to continue video playback and video calls or navigation while another app is in use making it possible to view content wh...

Page 68: ...ables and switching on the device Do not apply any cleaning sprays or liquids directly onto the screen or casing Screen use a clean soft lint free cloth to remove dust and dirt from the screen To remo...

Page 69: ...erence from the device Avoid placing the device near the abdominal and genital area especially in the case of children adolescents and pregnant women Prolonged exposure to high levels of sound pressur...

Page 70: ...Doing so maycausemalfunctioningordamagethedevice orevencauseexplosionsinmoreextreme cases It is also inadvisable to use it continually at the limits of this range for example at internal or ambient t...

Page 71: ...nerationPartnershipProject standardregardingmaximumtransmissionpowerandfrequencybands Thesearethelimitvalues foreachbandinwhichthedeviceoperates Frequency bands Maximum power Aquaris X2 X2 Pro GSM900...

Page 72: ...ds it uses The maximum SAR level recommended by the ICNIRP International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Protection is 2 W kg measured on 10 grams of tissue The highest SAR levels recorded for th...

Page 73: ...Firmware version BQ Aquaris X2 1 2 0_20180528 1836 BQ Aquaris X2 Pro 1 2 2_20180611 1702 1 0...

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