Kyocera Hydro LIFE - Manual (Page 7)

Phone Basics 7
Key Functions
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into
the incorrect jack may damage the
phone.
● LED Indicator displays a phone
notification, charging status, or alert.
● Proximity Sensor/Light Sensor
detects how close an object is to the
surface of the screen. This is typically
used to detect when your face is
pressed up against the screen, such as
during a phone call.
● Smart Sonic Receiver (Internal) lets
you hear the caller and automated
prompts. See
“Smart Sonic Receiver” on
page 8.
● Self Camera Lens takes pictures and
records videos while facing the screen,
and allows you to video conference.
● Touchscreen displays all the
information needed to operate your
phone. Use finger gestures to navigate
and interact with items on the screen.
● Back Key lets you return to the previous
screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the Notifications panel, or
onscreen keyboard.
● Home Key returns you to the main
home screen.
● Recent Apps Key displays the recently
used applications window.
● Headset Jack allows you to plug in an
optional headset for convenient, hands-
free conversations.
● Secondary Microphone suppresses
background noise improving audio
quality for the other party during voice
calls except in speakerphone mode.
● Power Button lets you turn the phone
on or off or turn the screen on or off, or
switch your phone to silent mode,
vibration mode, or airplane mode.
● Charger/Accessory Jack allows you to
connect the micro-USB cable (included)
to charge the battery or to transfer files
to and from a computer.
● Primary Microphone transmits your
voice and ambient sound during voice
calls, voice recordings and videos.
Note: Do not cover the microphones
during a call as it may compromise the
hearing quality.
● Speaker lets you hear the different
ringtones and sounds. The speaker also
lets
you hear the caller’s voice in
speakerphone mode.
● Internal Antennas facilitate reception
and transmission. To maximize
performance, do not obstruct while
using the phone.
● Back Camera Lens lets you take
pictures and videos.
● Camera Flash helps illuminate subjects
in low-light environments when taking a
picture or recording a video.