Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing a Xiaomi product! Please read this user manual carefully before use to ensure you can use the device easily and simply. The content of this user manual may change to provide better service. Device functions and features may change without prior notice. If you notice any discrepancies, please visit our website for the latest information!

Getting Started

Safety Warnings

Always follow the precautions below when using the device. This will reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and accidents.

Caution: To avoid electric shock, do not use the product in the rain or near water.

• Before maintenance, unplug the power adapter from the device.
• Keep away from high heat sources and avoid direct sunlight.
• Protect the adapter cable. Route the cable so that it cannot be stepped on or damaged by objects placed on or near it. Pay special attention to the cable at the device's connector.
• Use only the power adapter supplied with the device. Using a different adapter will void the warranty. Unplug the adapter from the wall socket when not using it to charge the device.
• Keep the phone and accessories out of reach of children.
• Keep the phone away from moisture, as it can damage the device. Do not use chemical/chemical substances to clean the device.
• Only authorized personnel (service center) may disassemble the device.
• In case of water ingress, turn off the device immediately. Do not remove the back cover and do not use heating/drying devices such as hairdryers, microwave ovens, etc., for drying.
• If you have any questions, contact the service center.
• Do not use the device in extreme temperature conditions (below -10°C and above +55°C), as this may shorten the device's lifespan and damage the battery.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the device, as this may cause damage to the device's motherboard.
• Do not repair or have the phone repaired by unauthorized service centers.
• With prolonged use or continuous load, the phone may heat up. This is normal.
• Do not bend or replace the device's internal built-in antenna. If the antenna is damaged, reception may decrease and SAR radiation may exceed permitted limits.
• It is not recommended to hold the device near the parts where the antennas are located, as covering them may affect antenna efficiency and cause higher transmission power.
• To avoid interference with the antenna, do not use metal or metal-covered cases.
• To prevent display damage, do not place heavy objects on the phone.
• Connecting to the internet or other networks, such as computers, may result in viruses, unwanted applications, or other harmful programs being installed on the device. Please only accept/open connection requests or downloaded files that originate from a secure source.
• Back up your important data to avoid data loss.
• This device contains a Lithium-Ion or Polymer battery. Improper handling may cause it to ignite or cause burns. Never disassemble the battery to avoid this.
• To prevent hearing damage, do not use the device at high volume for extended periods.
• Do not use the phone in the following environments: gas stations, warehouses storing chemicals, hospitals, near flammable gas or other chemical substances.
• To avoid interference with medical devices, do not use the device in hospitals, clinics, intensive care units, or emergency departments.
• Follow flight safety instructions on airplanes and turn off the device when necessary.
• It is not advisable to use the phone outdoors during thunderstorms.
• For your own safety and the safety of others, do not use the device while driving. Studies have shown that using a phone or texting while driving increases the risk of accidents.
• If you wish to use the phone while driving, use a headset or hands-free device.
• Ensure that neither your phone nor your hands-free device obstructs the function of your car's airbags or other safety equipment.
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive environments, outdoors during a storm. Be careful when cleaning the device; do not use chemicals or tools that can cause scratches.
• Do not use the device for purposes other than its intended use!
• Do not distribute copyrighted content.
• Do not use a damaged charger or battery. Keep devices dry. Do not store the device near magnetic fields.
• Ensure maximum lifespan for the battery and charger.
• Do not charge the device for extended periods (days), as overcharging can reduce battery life. An unused device will also discharge; recharge before use. Unplug the charger from the power source when not in use. Use the battery only as intended.

Warning: Safety regulations are not limited to the cases described above; please be cautious in all situations. In some cases, it may be sufficient to switch the device to airplane mode, but in others, it must be turned off.

Display Cleaning

Handle the display with care. The display is made of glass and can be scratched or broken. To remove fingerprints and other smudges, use a soft, smooth cloth, such as a lens cleaning cloth. If using a general cleaning kit, be careful not to let the cleaning liquid directly contact the display. Moisten the cleaning cloth with the liquid.

Device Cleaning

You can clean the exterior surface of the device (excluding the screen) with a damp cloth.

Features

* Maximum 128 GB memory card support, in VFAT format. The device may not be fully compatible with memory cards from all manufacturers!

** Factory data, may vary depending on usage (temperature, network quality, brightness, etc.).

*** Actual capacity depends on the firmware and operating system used, and how much space the system partitions occupy in the ROM. The actual available internal storage is less than the nominal capacity of the built-in memory module. As the device comes with pre-installed applications, the storage space may be less than nominal.

Compliance Statement (Excerpt): The importer declares that the device complies with intended use and regulations, and is supplied with product marking, warranty card, and Hungarian user manual. Based on the manufacturer's declaration, the product is supplied with a CE conformity mark in accordance with Section 5, Paragraph (1) of Government Decree 79/1997.(XXII.31.) IKIM.

Quality Certification & Waste Management

Quality Certification

The importer certifies that the device meets the technical specifications described in accordance with Government Decree 2/1984. (III.10.) IpM-BkM. No. ©2018 All rights reserved by WayteQ Europe Kft.

Waste Management

Waste management is governed by Directive 2002/96/EC. Electronic waste must be disposed of separately from household waste at designated locations. Further information can be obtained from the local municipality or environmental authorities.

Box Contents

Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus, case, USB cable, Power adapter, SIM ejector tool, User Manual, Warranty card.

Controls

Controls I

Diagram showing front and back of the phone with numbered controls:

• 1. Headphone jack (3.5 mm jack)
• 2. Microphone
• 3. Proximity sensor / Light sensor
• 4. Front selfie flash
• 5. Front speaker
• 6. Front camera
• 7. IrDA infrared diode
• 8. Volume Up button
• 9. Volume Down button
• 10. ON/OFF power button
• 11. Display
• 12. SIM tray slot
• 13. Microphone
• 14. USB connector
• 15. Speaker
• 16. Fingerprint reader
• 17. LED flash
• 18. Camera

SIM Card Insertion and USB Cable Connection

SIM Card and Memory Card Insertion

1. Turn off the device and place it face up.

2. Use the included SIM ejector tool to eject the SIM tray as shown in the diagram.

3. Insert the SIM card(s) (and/or microSD) into the tray as shown in the diagram, with the contacts facing down.

4. Carefully slide the tray back in, ensuring each SIM card fits precisely into its slot and does not bend.

Note: SIM cards require very careful handling! Only NanoSIM cards are supported. Please do not use any SIM card adapter, as this may damage the device's SIM slot.

Diagrams illustrating SIM/microSD insertion and Dual SIM variations.

Connecting the USB Cable

1. Connect the USB cable from the box to the included charger or to a PC.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the phone.

3. Ensure that the longer trapezoidal end of the cable facing the phone is towards the back of the device, and the shorter edge is towards the device's display.

Setup

Battery Charging

Connect the adapter to the device, then to the wall socket. The [battery charging icon] will turn green while charging. It is recommended to fully charge the battery for 5-8 hours before first use. Ensure the battery does not fully discharge. If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on even when connected to the charger until the battery reaches a minimum charge level. A fully charged battery is indicated by a solid white icon in the status bar. The [charging indicator icon] indicates that charging is in progress, even if 100% is displayed as the charge level in Settings → About phone → Status.

Note: It is recommended to charge the device with the screen off. Charging may not be complete if the screen is on. Use the included charger (5V, 2A). Do not use chargers with 9V or 12V, as this may damage the device and void the warranty.

Turning the Device On/Off

Fully charge the battery with the included charger. Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to turn on the device. To turn it off, press and hold the power button again, then select "Power Off". To restart the device, select "Restart".

Power Saving and Screen Lock

If you do not touch the screen within the set time, the device will enter power-saving mode, the screen will dim and lock. Press the Power button to display the unlock icon. Note: At low battery levels, the device will continuously warn you and shut down without charging. If the device does not turn on, leave it charging for 5-10 minutes and try turning it on again.

PC Connection

Connect the device to a PC using the USB cable. After establishing the connection, you can synchronize files or transfer data between the PC and the phone. Connect one end of the USB cable to the phone and the other to the computer. Swipe down the status bar and select the desired mode (Media Device (MTP), Camera (PTP)).

Virtual Function Buttons

BACK button: Returns to the previous screen or exits the application.

HOME button: Returns to the main menu.

MENU button: Displays the task manager.

Basic System Usage

Home Screen

After the first power-on, you will see the following screen:

1. Select your preferred language and region.
2. Press the > NEXT button.
3. If a Wi-Fi network is available, connect to it.
4. Read carefully and, if you agree, accept the terms of use.
5. Set up your SIM card.
6. If you have a Google account, enter its details (optional).
7. If you have a Mi account, log in or register a new account (optional).
8. Set a password for device unlock.
9. Set your theme.
10. You can enable location services (recommended) and user feedback (not recommended).
11. Setup is complete; press the > FINISH button.

Home Screen Icons

Icons on the Home Screen:

• Weather → Opens the weather forecast application.
• Gallery → Opens the image gallery.
• Settings → Opens the Settings menu.
• Themes → Opens the theming application.
• Google → Folder for Google applications.
• Security → Opens the Security assistant.
• Tools → Collection of useful utilities.
• PLAY Store → Opens the Google Play Store.
• Phone → Opens the Dialer.
• Messages → Opens Messages.
• Browser → Opens the Internet browser.
• Camera → Opens the Camera.

Accessible after swiping left:

• Calendar → Calendar application.
• File Manager → Manages files.
• Music → Opens the Music player.
• Mi Video → Video player.
• Notes → For creating notes.
• MIUI Forum → Xiaomi community forum.
• Mi Remote → Remote control application.

SIM Card Management

SIM Card Handling

After inserting the SIM card and turning on the device, you will see the following screen, depending on your provider.

1. If you have inserted two SIM cards, select which one you want to use for mobile internet.
2. Enable or disable mobile roaming. Note: Using mobile data roaming may incur additional costs!
3. Tap on the respective SIM card to change its number and name.
4. You can also manually set the mobile internet access point here.
5. Go to SETTINGS / SIM cards menu.
6. If you use two SIM cards, you can rename them and change their colors for easier distinction.
7. If you do not wish to use a SIM card, you can disable it.

Note: In some cases, the device may not automatically read the mobile internet settings from the SIM card, so manual entry may be necessary. Please consult your mobile provider! When using two SIM cards, you can only use mobile data service on one of them. The other card can only operate in 2G mode.

Lock Screen

1. In standby mode, you can activate the screen by pressing the ON/OFF button.

2. On the lock screen, if enabled, current notifications (e.g., email, call, SMS) will appear.

3. You can set the screen lock mode in SETTINGS / SCREEN LOCK & PASSWORD.

4. Swipe up from the bottom center of the screen to unlock it.

5. Swipe left on the screen to launch the camera.

6. Swipe right on the screen to open the quick menu.

7. Swipe down from the top of the screen to pull down the status bar and notification shade.

Status Bar and Notification Shade

Status Bar and Notification Shade

1. The top row of the standby display is the status bar, where events appear as icons.

2. Swipe down from the top of the display to expand the status bar and see the icons (notification panel), with quick toggles above.

3. Press the X button to clear all notifications.

4. Some notifications can be dismissed by swiping them from left to right.

5. Under SETTINGS / NOTIFICATIONS & STATUS BAR, you can customize displayed notifications, the status bar, the notification panel, and the toggles.

New Notification Panel

1. You can switch between the new, combined, or older, two-panel display in SETTINGS / NOTIFICATIONS & STATUS BAR / TOGGLE POSITION.

2. The notification panel contains various quick setting icons: Data usage, Wi-Fi network, Flashlight, Silent mode, Screen timeout, Bluetooth, Auto brightness, Airplane mode, Screen lock, Rotation, Vibration, GPS, Do Not Disturb, Cast, WiFi hotspot, Reading mode, Sync, Buttons. Here you can quickly enable or disable individual functions without having to search for them in the menu.

Floating Ball

The Floating Ball can be activated and customized in the SETTINGS / ADDITIONAL SETTINGS / FLOATING BALL menu. The Floating Ball is an assistant whose shortcut "floats" above windows, making it always accessible. Applications and functions you wish to launch can be configured in this menu.

Text Input

Text Input

When you tap on a text field, the virtual keyboard will appear automatically. You can bring up accented characters by long-pressing the corresponding key. Press the SHIFT key to type in uppercase. Press the [send icon] button to send the entered text. Press the [backspace icon] button to delete the entered text.

Setting Font Size

1. Go to SETTINGS / DISPLAY / FONT SIZE menu.

2. You can adjust the system font size on a scale of 6 levels.

3. Set the desired size, then tap OK to save.

Adding a Google Account

To access Google services (e.g., Gmail, Google Maps, Google Play Store, Google Translate, Hangouts, etc.), you need to provide a valid GMAIL account. Sign in to your email account, then you can install applications from the Google Play Store and use pre-installed applications (Map, Gmail). If you do not yet have a Google account, you can create a new one.

Note: Google may ask for your bank card details during login and registration, as not all content on the Google Play Store is free. Please note that if you provide your bank card details and accept Google's terms of service, downloads may incur additional costs for you. The application developer is responsible for any content downloaded from the Google Play Store. WayteQ Europe Kft. is not responsible if these programs cause damage to the device. Providing bank card details is not mandatory; in this case, you will only have access to free content.

Installing Apps

Installing Apps

1. Open the Google Play Store from the home screen.

2. Search for the application you wish to install using a keyword search or by browsing categories.

3. Tap the application icon, then press the INSTALL button.

4. After installation, the application's launch icon will appear on the home screen.

5. You can uninstall applications from the application manager (SETTINGS / INSTALLED APPLICATIONS), or by long-pressing the application icon on the home screen and dragging it to the [uninstall icon].

Browser

1. Launch the Browser application [browser icon] from the home screen.

2. Tap the address bar at the top, then use the virtual keyboard that appears to type the web address you want to display.

3. You can access the browser's functions via the [menu icon] button.

4. You can access settings in the SETTINGS menu of the opened menu.

5. If multiple tabs are open, you can switch between them using the [tabs icon] button (the number corresponds to the number of open tabs).

6. You can open a new tab using the [+] button.

7. Use the [<] and [>] buttons to navigate back and forth on the current page.

8. You can return to the home screen using the [home icon] button.

Dialer & Messages

Dialer

1. Press the PHONE button [phone icon] on the home screen.

2. Press the [dial pad icon] button to bring up the dial pad.

3. You can choose between two tabs:

• Calls → Call list
• Contacts → Address book

4. Dial the number you wish to call or select it from the address book.

5. Tap on a contact or press the [call button] button.

6. If you are using two SIM cards, select from the pop-up window which SIM card you want to use to make the call.

7. To answer an incoming call:

• Swipe up the red icon to reject.
• Swipe up the green icon to accept.
• Swipe up the grey icon to reject with a message.

Messages

1. Press the MESSAGES button [message icon] on the home screen.

2. To access message settings, go to SETTINGS / SYSTEM APPLICATIONS / MESSAGES.

3. Press the [+] button to create a new message.

4. Type the number or add recipients from your address book [contacts icon].

5. Enter the text using the installed input tools. Press the [send icon] button to send.

6. If you have multiple SIM cards, press the button that symbolizes the SIM card you want to send the message from.

Note: The phone usually automatically provides the message center number for all SIM cards. If the device fails to send messages, manual settings may be required. Go to MESSAGES / SETTINGS / ADDITIONAL SETTINGS / SMS CENTER NUMBER, and you can manually set the message center number for each SIM card.

Wi-Fi & Bluetooth

Wi-Fi Setup

1. Go to SETTINGS / WIFI menu.

2. Turn on the Wi-Fi function.

3. Select the network you wish to connect to from the displayed networks.

Wi-Fi Setup

1. If the network is password-protected, enter the password using the virtual keyboard that appears.

2. The device will then connect to the Wi-Fi network.

Bluetooth Setup

1. Go to SETTINGS / BLUETOOTH menu.

2. Turn on the Bluetooth function.

3. The search will start automatically, and discoverable Bluetooth devices nearby will appear in the list.

4. If the search time expires, you can restart the search by pressing the [refresh icon] button.

5. Select the device you wish to pair.

6. If necessary, enter the PIN code (usually 1111, 1234, or 0000)*.

Bluetooth Setup

7. Once connected, you will see "Connected" next to the device name.

*Note: If the PIN code is incorrect, check the user manual of the Bluetooth audio device for settings.

Mi Drop, Reading Mode, & Camera

Mi Drop

With Mi Drop, you can send and receive files to and from any Android device, even large files.

1. Start the Mi Drop application on both devices (install first if necessary).
2. On the sending device, press the SEND button.
3. Select the file(s) to send.
4. On the receiving device, press the RECEIVE button.
5. Grant the necessary permissions on the phone.
6. On the sending device, press the SEND button again.
7. Find the receiving device and tap its icon.
8. Accept the incoming file on the receiving device.
9. The file transfer is complete.

Reading Mode

In Reading Mode, you can set a more comfortable yellowish background color and reduced brightness, e.g., for reading ebooks.

1. Go to SETTINGS / DISPLAY / READING MODE menu.
2. Turn on reading mode using the toggle.
3. Set your preferred background color.
4. Configure which apps you want to include in reading mode.

Camera

The camera application allows you to record still and moving images to the device's internal memory or memory card.

1. Open the CAMERA application from the home screen.
2. Tap the area/object you want to focus on the display.
3. Press the shutter button.
4. You can switch to video recording using the [video icon] button.
5. You can adjust the flash using the [flash icon] button.
6. To access camera settings, press the SETTINGS button [settings icon].
7. You can access various real-time effects by pressing the [effects icon] button.
8. Switch between the front and rear camera modules using the [camera switch icon] button.
9. You can enable/disable dynamic range expansion with the HDR button.

Music Player & FM Radio

Music Player

The device comes pre-installed with a music player application. You can play MP3 files stored on the internal memory or memory card using it. The application automatically detects and organizes your music by artist, album, and song. You can also create playlists.

You can set shuffle ( [shuffle icon] ), continuous ( [repeat icon] ), or repeat playback. You can access music player settings via the [settings icon] button. You can mark favorite songs ( [favorite icon] ). Music playback controls will appear in the status bar and on the lock screen.

FM Radio

1. Open the TOOLS / FM Radio application.

2. Turn the FM radio on/off using the [power icon] button.

3. Use the [scan forward icon] / [scan backward icon] buttons to automatically scan for available radio stations.

4. Press the [search icon] button to find all available channels.

5. Access settings via the [settings icon] button:

• Switch to speaker → Hands-free output.
• Sleep mode → Sleep timer (15 / 30 / 45 / 60 minutes).
• Add to favorites → Save to favorites.
• Record → Record FM broadcast to the phone.
• Recorded files → Previously recorded programs.
• Exit → Close FM radio.

Note: Headphones are required for the FM radio to function and are not included with the device.

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