Motorola XT2521-3 & XT2523-3 Quick Start Guide
This document provides essential information for setting up and using your Motorola smartphone, including setup instructions, safety guidelines, legal notices, and support resources.
Getting Started
Before using your phone, please read the legal, safety, and regulatory information provided with your product.
Water Repellent Feature
Your phone is water repellent, not waterproof. For more information on its water-repellent design and care, swipe up and tap Settings ⚙️ > Help ❓.
Environmental Considerations
Extreme Heat or Cold
Do not use your phone in temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Do not store or transport your phone in temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or above 60°C (140°F).
Setup and Power On
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Insert the SIM tool into the hole next to the SIM & microSD card tray to pop out the tray. Ensure you use the correct size SIM card and do not cut it.
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Insert the SIM cards with the gold contacts down, then gently push the tray back into the slot. You can add a microSD card (optional, sold separately) for additional storage.
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Press and hold the Power button ⏻ to turn on your phone, then follow the on-screen prompts to get started. To turn off your phone, press and hold the Power and Volume Up buttons ? simultaneously.
Energy Label and product information defined within (EU) 2023/1669 Regulation is available at: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/screen/home.
Help & More Information
Get Answers and Updates
- Help is here: From the home screen, swipe up and tap Settings ⚙️ > Help ❓ for usage instructions and support.
- Get more: Access software, user guides, and more at www.motorola.com/mymotog.
- Get apps: Tap Play Store ▶️ to browse and download applications.
Legal Information
This guide provides important legal, safety, and regulatory information. For complete legal details, from the home screen, swipe up and tap Settings ⚙️ > Search ?, then type "Legal information", or visit www.motorola.com/device-legal.
Charging and Battery Safety
The battery should only be removed by qualified personnel following Motorola-approved repair manuals. Always follow provided instructions to prevent burns or injury. If your phone becomes unresponsive, press and hold the Power button ⏻ until the screen goes dark and the phone restarts.
Your phone supports PD (Power Delivery) and QC (Quick Charge). For fastest charging, use a Motorola 18W or higher USB-A QC charger (sold separately) with the included QC cable, or a Motorola 18W or higher USB-C PD charger with a compatible PD cable (sold separately). Using other chargers is not recommended and may affect performance. The charger must provide between 5W (minimum required) and 18W (maximum for fastest speed).
Chargers not compliant with national standards may be unsafe and could cause slow charging or product damage. Do not charge your phone in temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Refer to the "Legal information" section or www.motorola.com/device-legal for applicable standards.
Volume Warning
To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening at high volume levels for extended periods. A warning will appear when headset volume reaches a high threshold. Tap OK to dismiss, or wait a few seconds and press the Volume Up button ? to dismiss the alert and adjust volume.
Disposal & Recycling
For responsible product and packaging recycling, visit www.motorola.com/recycling. ♻️
Legal Disclaimers
Features, services, and applications are network-dependent and may not be available in all areas; additional terms/charges may apply. Product specifications are believed to be accurate at the time of printing but are subject to change without notice.
Arbitration
Your purchase is governed by a binding arbitration clause. Refer to the legal guide provided with your phone for more information and opt-out instructions.
SAR Information
To view specific absorption rate (SAR) values, from the home screen, swipe up and tap Settings ⚙️ > Search ?, then type "Regulatory labels". Alternatively, dial *#07# on your phone or visit www.motorola.com/sar.
Supported Frequencies and Power
Models: XT2521-3, XT2523-3
This phone operates on the following frequencies, subject to location and network availability.
| Operating Mode | Frequency range (MHz / Band) | Maximum nominal transmit power (dBm) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2400-2483.5 | 20dBm EIRP |
| WLAN | 2400-2483.5 | 20dBm EIRP |
| WLAN | 5150-5250 | 23dBm EIRP |
| WLAN | 5250-5350/5470-5725 | 20dBm EIRP |
| WLAN | 5725-5850 | 14dBm EIRP |
| NFC (Model XT2521-3) | 13.56 | -16.38 dBuA/m @10m |
| GNSS | 1559-1610 | N/A |
| FM Receive | 87.5-108 | N/A |
| GSM | 2/3/5/8 (Model XT2521-3) 3/5/8 (Model XT2523-3) |
33/30 |
| UMTS | 1/2/5/8 (Model XT2521-3) 1/5/8 (Model XT2523-3) |
24 |
| LTE | 1/2/3/5/7/8/20/28/38/40/41 (Model XT2521-3) 1/3/5/7/8/20/28/38/40/41 (Model XT2523-3) |
23 |
Product Information & Support
Product ID: XXX (Model XT2521-3), XXX (Model XT2523-3)
Manual Number: XXXXXXXX
moto care: Protect your phone with moto care. Visit motorola.com/motocare to extend your warranty coverage up to three years and take advantage of features like accidental damage protection.
