1. Nhanganyaya
The artfone C1 is a mobile phone designed for ease of use, particularly for seniors. It features large buttons, a clear display with large fonts, high volume, and essential safety functions like an SOS button. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your device.
2. Package Zviri mukati
Ndokumbira utarise bhokisi rezvinhu zvinotevera:
- artfone C1 Mobile Phone
- 1800mAh Li-ion Battery
- USB-C Kuchaja Cable
- Charging Dock (if included with your model)
- User Manual
3. Mudziyo Pamusoroview
Familiarize yourself with the physical components of your artfone C1 phone.

Mufananidzo 3.1: Mberi view of the artfone C1 phone, showing the display and large keypad.

Mufananidzo 3.2: Rear view of the artfone C1 phone, featuring the SOS button and camera.
- Ratidza: 1.8-inch screen with large, clear fonts.
- Keypad: Large, backlit buttons for easy dialing and navigation.
- SOS Bhatani: Located on the back for emergency calls and SMS.
- Mabhatani eVolume: Located on the side for adjusting call and media volume.
- Tochi: Integrated flashlight for convenience.
- USB-C Chiteshi: Zvekuchaja mudziyo.
- Dual SIM Slots: Supports two GSM SIM cards.
4. Setup
4.1 Inserting SIM Card and Battery
Before using your phone, you need to insert the SIM card(s) and battery.
- Bvisa chivharo chekumashure chefoni.
- Carefully insert your SIM card(s) into the designated slot(s). The phone supports Dual SIM.
- Insert the battery, ensuring the contacts align correctly.
- Tsiva kavha yekumashure.

Mufananidzo 4.1: Illustration of SIM card and battery insertion.
4.2 Kuchaja Chishandiso
To charge your artfone C1:
- Connect the USB-C charging cable to the phone's charging port or place the phone in the charging dock.
- Batanidza imwe magumo etambo kune adapta yemagetsi uye woisungirira mudura remadziro.
- Chiratidzo chebhatiri pachiratidziri chinoratidza mamiriro ekuchaja.

Mufananidzo 4.2: artfone C1 phone being charged via USB-C cable.
For a visual guide on base charging posture adjustment, refer to the video below (timestamp 2:46-2:58):
Vhidhiyo 4.1: Basic Operations Video, demonstrating base charging posture adjustment.
5. Operating Instructions
5.1 Basic Call Mabasa
- Kufona: Isa nhamba yefoni uchishandisa keypad wobva wadzvanya bhatani regirinhi rekufona.
- Kutambira Call: Press the green call button to answer an incoming call.
- Kupedza Kufona: Dzvanya bhatani dzvuku rekugumisa kufona.
5.2 Basa reSOS reEmergency
The SOS button on the back of the phone is a critical safety feature.
- Kugadzirisa Nhamba dzeSOS: You can set up to 5 emergency contacts. Navigate to Settings > SOS Setting > SOS Number Setting to add contacts.
- Kushanda kweSOS: In an emergency, press and hold the SOS button for 3 seconds. The phone will automatically call the saved emergency contacts and send a predefined SMS message.

Mufananidzo 5.1: The SOS button on the back of the artfone C1.
For a visual guide on setting the SOS number, refer to the video below (timestamp 1:02-1:40):
Vhidhiyo 5.1: Basic Operations Video, demonstrating how to set SOS numbers.
5.3 Kurumidza Kufona
The artfone C1 supports speed dial for quick access to frequently called numbers.
- You can assign contacts to specific number keys for quick dialing.
- To use, press and hold the assigned number key to call the contact.

Mufananidzo 5.2: artfone C1 displaying photo contacts for speed dialing.
5.4 Kugadzirisa Vhoriyamu
The phone offers high volume for clear conversations. Use the dedicated volume buttons on the side of the device to adjust the call volume during a conversation or media volume when playing audio.
5.5 Tochi
To activate the built-in flashlight, locate the dedicated flashlight button on the side of the phone and slide it or press it as indicated on the device. The flashlight can illuminate up to 10 meters.

Mufananidzo 5.3: artfone C1 with the flashlight activated.
5.6 FM Radio
The artfone C1 includes an integrated FM radio. You can listen to your favorite stations without needing headphones.
5.7 Mamwe Mabasa
The phone includes several useful features:
- Bluetooth: Yekubatanidza kune zvishongedzo zvisina waya.
- Media Player: Yekuridza odhiyo files.
- Alamu: Seta maaramu ezviyeuchidzo.
- Calculator: Mabasa ekutanga ekuverenga masvomhu.
- Karenda: Keep track of dates and events.

Mufananidzo 5.4: Simplified operating system icons for various functions.
5.8 Kugadzirisa Zvirongwa
- Keypad Vocals: To turn off the voice announcement for keypad presses, refer to the video below (timestamp 0:05-0:47).
- Voice Announcement for Incoming Calls: To switch off voice announcement for incoming calls, refer to the video below (timestamp 0:47-1:02).
- Modify Answer Method: To change how calls are answered, refer to the video below (timestamp 1:40-2:12).
- Modify Ringtone: To customize your phone's ringtone, refer to the video below (timestamp 2:12-2:46).
Vhidhiyo 5.2: Basic Operations Video, demonstrating various settings adjustments.
6. Kuchengeta
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your artfone C1:
- Chengetedza mudziyo wakaoma uye kure nekupisa kwakanyanya.
- Clean the screen and keypad with a soft, dry cloth.
- Avoid dropping the phone or subjecting it to strong impacts.
- The 1800mAh battery offers up to 12 days of standby time or 6 hours of continuous talk time. For best battery life, avoid overcharging and fully discharging the battery regularly.
7. Kugadzirisa matambudziko
If you encounter issues with your artfone C1, try the following solutions:
- Nhare haisi kuvhurwa: Ita shuwa kuti bhatiri rakapinzwa nekuchajwa nemazvo.
- Hapana chiratidzo chenetiweki: Check if the SIM card is properly inserted. If using Dual SIM, try inserting the SIM card into the other slot (e.g., if SIM1 doesn't work, try SIM2).
- Hunhu hwekufona husina kunaka: Ensure you are in an area with good network coverage. Adjust the call volume using the side buttons.
- Kiyibhodhi haipinduri: Check if the keypad lock is activated. Unlock it using the side switch or designated key combination.
Kana dambudziko rikaramba riripo, tapota taura nerutsigiro rwevatengi.
8. Zvinotsanangurwa
| Feature | Tsanangudzo |
|---|---|
| Brand | artfone |
| Model Name | C1 |
| RAM Saizi | 32 MB |
| Flash Memory Saizi | 32 MB |
| Operating System | artfone OS |
| processor Type | Snapdragon |
| Zvimwe Zvimiro | Dual SIM |
| Tekinoroji yeScreen | LED |
| Screen Size | 1.8 inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| Vhidhiyo Resolution | 720p |
| Bhatiri Type | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1400 mAh (Note: Product description mentions 1800mAh, specification table states 1400mAh. Please refer to product packaging for exact capacity.) |
| Avhareji Hupenyu hweBhatiri | 5 Hours (talk time) |
| Nhoroondo ye Cellular Technology | 2G |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Input Interface | Keypad |
| Item Weight | 180 g |
9. Warranty uye Tsigiro
For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the documentation included in your product packaging or visit the official artfone website. If you encounter any issues not covered in this manual, please contact artfone customer service for assistance.





