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Microsoft Mobile Lumia 640 User Manual

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User Guide
Lumia 640
Issue 2015-05-06 EN-US

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Microsoft Mobile Lumia 640 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMicrosoft Mobile
ModelLumia 640
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

For Your Safety

Turn Off in Restricted Areas

Guidelines for turning off the device in areas where mobile phone use is not allowed or may cause danger.

Road Safety Comes First

Advises drivers to obey traffic laws and prioritize road safety while operating a vehicle.

Get Started

Insert the SIM and Memory Card

Instructions on how to insert a SIM card into the phone.

Remove the SIM and Memory Card

Learn how to remove the previous SIM or memory card from your phone.

Charge Your Phone

Charge Your Phone with a USB Charger

Details on how to charge the phone using a USB charger.

Your First Lumia?

Set Up Your Phone

Guides you to set up network connections, phone settings, and Microsoft account.

Transfer Content to Your Lumia Phone

Learn how to transfer photos, videos, and other content to your new phone.

Accounts

Benefits of Creating a Microsoft Account

Lists advantages of using a Microsoft account for services and backups.

Create Your Microsoft Account

Step-by-step guide to creating a new Microsoft account for the phone.

Add a Microsoft Account to Your Phone

Instructions for adding an existing Microsoft account to the device.

OneDrive

Save Your Photos and Other Stuff to OneDrive

How to upload files from your phone to OneDrive for easy access.

Personalize Your Phone

Personalize the Start Screen

Customizing background photos, tiles, and grouping apps into folders.

Personalize Your Phone Tones

Setting custom ringtones and notification sounds for calls and alerts.

Cortana

Cortana Voice Assistant

Cortana acts as a personal assistant for managing calls and messages.

Set Up Cortana

Personalizing Cortana to better assist the user.

Use Cortana

Utilizing Cortana for voice commands like making calls or searching.

Accessibility

Use Your Phone with Ease

Making fonts larger and the screen easier to view for better usability.

Use the Screen Reader

Enabling Narrator to read screen content aloud.

Extend Battery Life

Use Battery Saver

Enabling Battery Saver mode to automatically conserve power.

Stop Apps from Running in the Background

Closing unused apps to prevent unnecessary battery consumption.

Save on Data Roaming Costs

Use Network Connections Selectively

Managing Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and airplane mode for data cost control.

Scan Codes or Text

Scan Codes or Text

Using the phone camera to scan QR codes, barcodes, and text.

Clock and Calendar

Set an Alarm

Instructions on setting alarms and using custom ringtones.

Add an Appointment

Adding appointments and events to the phone's calendar.

Store

Browse Store

Exploring recommended apps, games, and other content in the Store.

Download an App, Game, or Other Item

Instructions for downloading free or paid content from the Store.

People & Messaging

Calls

Learn how to make calls and talk to friends on your new phone.

Call a Contact

Making calls to saved contacts on your phone.

Call a Phone Number

Dialing phone numbers directly, including international calls.

Make a Call with Skype

Using Skype for voice and video calls, including global rates.

Forward Calls to Another Phone

Setting up call forwarding to another number when unavailable.

Block Calls and Messages

Using the call+SMS filter to block unwanted calls and messages.

Contacts

Saving and organizing friends' phone numbers and contact information.

Add or Delete a Contact

Steps for adding new contacts or removing existing ones.

Search for a Contact

Quickly finding contacts by searching or using voice commands.

Copy Contacts

Transferring contacts, text messages, and pictures from an old phone.

Social Networks

Setting up and using social networking services to stay in touch.

Messages

Staying in touch with friends via text or multimedia messages.

Send a Message

Composing and sending text and multimedia messages.

Read a Message

Viewing received messages and conversation threads.

Reply to a Message

Responding directly to received messages.

Chat Using Skype

Using Skype for instant messaging with contacts.

Mail

Reading and replying to emails on your phone.

Add or Delete a Mailbox

Managing multiple email accounts on your phone.

Add Your First Mailbox

Setting up the initial email account on the phone.

Add Your Exchange Mailbox to Your Phone

Configuring an Exchange account for work email access.

Send Mail

Writing and sending emails on the go.

Read Mail

Viewing emails and their content on the phone.

Reply to Mail

Quickly replying to emails, either to sender only or all recipients.

Camera

Get to Know Lumia Camera

Overview of Lumia Camera features for photos and videos.

Open Your Camera Quickly

Setting up a shortcut to access the camera rapidly.

Camera Basics

Fundamental operations for taking photos and recording videos.

Take a Photo

Instructions on how to capture sharp and vibrant photos.

Glam Up Your Selfie

Using the Lumia Selfie app for enhanced self-portraits.

Record a Video

Capturing special moments as high-definition videos.

Save Your Photos and Videos to a Memory Card

Storing photos and videos on a memory card to save phone space.

Advanced Photography

Take Photos Like a Pro

Adjusting camera settings manually for professional-looking photos.

Record High-Definition Videos

Capturing important events in crystal clear high definition.

Find the Best Moments in Your Video

Extracting best frames from videos and creating action shots.

Take a Panorama Photo

Capturing beautiful landscapes or city scenes in a single panoramic photo.

Photos and Videos

Photos Hub

Browsing and viewing photos and videos taken with the phone.

Copy Your Photos to Your Computer

Transferring photos from the phone to a computer.

Maps & Navigation

Switch Location Services On

Enabling location services for map apps and photo geotagging.

Find a Location

Searching for specific locations and businesses on the map.

Get Directions to a Place

Obtaining directions for walking, driving, or public transport.

Internet

Define Internet Connections

Configuring Wi-Fi and mobile data settings to manage data costs.

Web Browser

Browsing websites using Internet Explorer on the phone.

Entertainment

Office

Microsoft Office Mobile

Accessing and using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on your phone.

Work with Word Mobile

Creating, editing, and sharing documents using Word Mobile.

Work with Excel Mobile

Editing spreadsheets, creating new workbooks, and sharing Excel files.

Work with PowerPoint Mobile

Viewing, editing, and presenting PowerPoint slides on your phone.

Use Your Work Phone

Setting up and using a company account for work-related access.

Phone Management & Connectivity

Update Your Phone Software

Keeping phone software and apps updated wirelessly for new features.

Use a Secure VPN Connection

Connecting to company resources securely using a VPN.

Wi-Fi

Information and instructions for using Wi-Fi connections.

Connect to a Wi-Fi

Steps for checking and connecting to available Wi-Fi networks.

Bluetooth

Connecting wirelessly to other compatible devices via Bluetooth.

Memory and Storage

Managing phone memory, files, and storage options.

Back Up and Restore Data on Your Phone

Setting up backups for phone settings and data to your Microsoft account.

Security

Set Your Phone to Lock Automatically

Protecting the phone against unauthorized use with a security code.

Find Your Lost Phone

Locating, locking, or deleting data from a lost phone remotely.

Prevent Others from Resetting and Reusing Your Phone

Enabling reset protection to prevent unauthorized phone resets.

Access Codes

Security Code (Lock Code, Password)

Details on the security code for protecting the phone against unauthorized use.

Troubleshooting and Support

If Your Phone Doesn't Respond

Steps to take when the phone becomes unresponsive or freezes.

Make an Emergency Call

Instructions on how to make an emergency call from the phone.

Take Care of Your Device

Battery and Charger Information

Guidelines for using the device's original battery and charger.

Battery and Charger Safety

Safety precautions for handling and using batteries and chargers.

Protect Your Device from Harmful Content

Precautions against viruses, malicious software, and untrusted content.

Safety and Texting While Driving

Prioritizing driver safety and restrictions on mobile phone use while driving.