Alcatel 223A Getting Started

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Your cellphone..............
1.1 Keys
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avigation key Confirm an option (press ) Access “My favorite” in Directory (long keypress)
ccess call memory (Redial) (short keypress)
Switch on/Switch off the cellphone (long keypress) End call R
eturn to the main screen
Left softkey
Right softkey
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ccess your voicemail (long keypress)
In edit mode
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Short keypress: access the language list
- Long keypress: enter zero
In Edit mode:
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Short keypress: change input methods
- Long keypress: access the Symbols table
From main screen
- Short keypress: #
- Long keypress: activate/deactivate the vibrator In edit mode:
- Short keypress: (space)
- Long keypress: add a word
8.3 Alarm
Your cellphone has a built-in alarm clock with a snooze feature.
8.4 Calculator
Hold down the key to get the decimal point. Confirm with the
key or the left softkey.
8.5 Converter
Unit converter and Currency converter.
8.6 My shortcuts
Access the shortcuts already programmed.To programme new short­cuts: select “My shortcuts” if you want to create a quick access to a function, Directory, etc.
1.2 Main screen icons
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attery charge level.
Vibration alert: your cellphone vibrates, but neither rings
nor beeps.
Headset connected.
Call forwarding activated: your calls are forwarded.
Alarm clock programmed.
Voicemail message arrived.
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M radio is on.
Unanswered calls.
Roaming.
Line switching
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: indicates the selected line.
Shown only in no ciphering mode while calling,sending/ recei­ving SMS.
Level of network reception.
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ilence mode: your cellphone neither rings, beeps nor vi-
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rates.
Message unread.
Stopwatch is active
Ringtone alert
Vibration and ringtone aler t
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Getting started ............
2.1 Set-up
Removing and installing the back cover
Installing and removing the battery
Inserting and removing the SIM Card
Place the SIM card with the chip facing downwards and slide it into its housing. Make sure that it is correctly inserted. To remove the card, press it and slide it out.
2.2 Power on your cellphone
Hold down the key until the cellphone powers on.
2.3 Power off your cellphone
Hold down the key from the main screen.
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Games ....................
Your Alcatel cellphone may include some games.
9.1 Game settings
It allows you to manage settings,in which you may set background music and vibration alert.
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FM radio ................
Your cellphone is equipped with an FM radio
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. You can use the appli­cation as a traditional FM radio with automatic tuning and saved chan­nels or with parallel visual information related to the radio program on the display, if you tune to stations that offer Visual Radio service.You can listen to it while running other applications.
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Calls ..............................
3.1 Making a call
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ial the desired number then press the key to place the call. If you make a mistake, you can delete the incorrect digits by pressing the right softkey.
To hang up the call,press the key.
Making an emergency call
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f your cellphone is covered by the network, dial emergency number and press the key to make an emergency call. This works even wi­thout a SIM card and without typing the PIN code.
3.2 Calling your voicemail
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To access your voicemail, hold down the key.
3.3 Receiving a call
When you receive an incoming call, press the key to talk and then h
ang up using the key.
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.4 Available functions during the call
During a call, you can use your directory,shor t messages, etc. without losing your correspondent.
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Profiles....................
With this menu, you may personalize ringtones for different events and environments.
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Latin input mode..........
To write messages, there are two writing methods:
- Normal: this mode allows you to type a text by choosing a letter or
a sequence of characters associated with a key.Press the key several times until the desired letter is highlighted.When you release the key the highlight character is inserted into the text.
- Predictive with the Zi mode: this mode speeds up the writing of your
text.Write the word by pressing a key between and . Press the key once and the word will be modified each time you press a key. As you go on, the word will keep changing. Example: For “Tomorrow”, press on the following keys:
,,= Too -> -> tomorrow
- key in edit mode
Short keypress: access the language list Long keypress: enter zero
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Call register ..........
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.1 Call memory
You can access your call memory by pressing the key from the main screen.
4.2 My numbers
Type in or modify your cellphone number or the number to access your voicemail and confirm by pressing .Your cellphone number is usually w
ritten on your SIM card.
4.3 Billing
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ou can access different items with this option: Amount, Duration.
4.4 Call settings
You can access a number of items with this option: Call waiting, Call f
orwarding, Call barring, Answer mode,Auto redial…
4.5 Call control
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The menu serves you the dual purposes of cost monitoring and control­ling during a call by the settings of“By cost” and “By duration”.
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(1)
Depending on your network operator.
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Directory................
5.1 Consulting your directory
To access the directory from the main screen, press the key and select the icon from the menu.
5.2 Creating a file
Select the directory in which you wish to create a file,press the “Op­tions” softkey,select “Create file” then .
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Messages ................
6.1 Create message
From the main menu select “Messages” to create text message.You can type a message, and you're also able to insert a pre-defined message from “Templates”.While writing a message, select “Options” to ac- cess all the messaging options. You can save your messages that you send often to “Drafts”.
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ALCATEL is a trademark of
Alcatel-Lucent and used under license by
TCT Mobile Limited.
All rights reserved © Copyright 2010
TCT Mobile Limited.
TCT Mobile Limited reserves the right to alter
material or technical specification without prior notice.
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Contact your network operator to check service availability.
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The quality of the radio depends on the coverage of the radio sta­tion in that particular area.
Prolonged exposure to music at full volume on the music player may damage the listener's hearing. Set your cellphone volume safely.Use only headphones recommended by TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates.
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Depending on your network operator.
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Settings ..................
From the main screen, select the icon menu and select the func­tion of your choice in order to customize your cellphone: Clamshell, Display,Clock, Keys, Dictionary, More settings...
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Tools ........................
8.1 Organizer
Once you enter this menu from“Tools”,there is a monthly-view calen­dar for you to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc . Days with events entered will be marked in color.
8.2 Stopwatch
StopWatch is simple application for measuring time with possibility to register several results and suspend/resume measurement.
Left softkey Answer/Send call
Call memor y Voicemail Input Right softkey Switch on/
Switch off End call
Vibration aler t Navigation key
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Menu/Confirm an option Messages Directory FM radio Alarm
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Depending on your network operator.
LED flashing in below condition:
Incoming/Missed/ Unchecked calls Unread messages Switch on/off handset During call
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Troubleshooting....................
Before contacting the aftersales department, you are advised to follow the instructions below:
You are advised to switch off the cellphone from time to time to op-
timize its performance.
You are advised to fully charge ( ) the batter y for optimal opera-
tion.
Avoid storing large amounts of data in your cellphone as this may af-
fect the performance of your cellphone.
and carry out the following checks:
My cellphone will not switch on
Press until the screen comes on
Check the battery charge level
Check the batter y contacts, remove and reinstall your battery,then
turn your cellphone back on
My cellphone has not responded for several minutes
Press the key
Remove the battery and re-insert it, then switch the cellphone back
on
My screen is difficult to read
Clean your screen
Use your cellphone in accordance with the recommended conditions
of use
My cellphone turns off by itself
Check that your keypad is locked when you are not using your cell-
phone
Check the battery charge level
My cellphone has a low level of autonomy
Make sure you respected the complete charge timing (minimum 3
hours)
After a partial charge, the battery level indicator may not be exact.
Wait for at least 20 minutes after removing the charger to obtain an exact indication
My cellphone will not charge properly
Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; the battery
charge indicator can take several minutes and may be accompanied by a quiet whistling sound
Make sure ch arging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C-
+40°C)
Make sure your battery is inserted. It must be inserted before
plug-
ging in the charger
Make sure you are using an Alcatel battery and charger in the box
When abroad, check that the electrical current is compatible
My cellphone will not connect to a network
Try connecting in another location
Verify the network coverage with your operator
Check with your operator that your SIM card is valid
Try selecting the available network(s) manually
Try connecting at a later time if the network is overloaded
SIM card error
Make sure the SIM card has been correctly inserted
Verify with your operator that your SIM card is 3V or 1.8V compati-
ble; the old 5V SIM cards cannot be used
Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched
Unable to make outgoing calls
Make sure you have dialled a valid number and press the key
For international calls, check the country and area codes
Make sure your cellphone is connected to a network, and that the
network is not overloaded or unavailable
Check your subscription status with your operator (credit, SIM card
valid, etc.)
Make sure you have not barred outgoing calls
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ote:This equipment hasbeen testedand foundto complywith the limits for a Class
B
digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to
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rovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation.
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his equipment gen erates, uses and can radiate radio frequency en ergy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,there is no guarantee that interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment intoan outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifi cations not expressly app roved by the party responsibl e for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. For the receiver devices associated with the operation of a licensed radio service (e.g. FM broadcast), they bear the following statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. For other devices,they bear the following statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. Your cellphone is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you should avoid touching it or degrading it. As mobile devicesoffer a range of functions,they can be used in positions other than against your ear.In such circumstances the device will be compliant with the guidelines when used with headset orUSB data cable. If you are using another accessor y ensure that whatever product is used is free of any metal and that it positions the cellphone at least 2cm away from the body.
LICENCES
eZiText™ and Zi™ are trademarks of Zi Corporation and/or its Affiliates.
Unable to receive incoming calls
Make sure your cellphone is switched on and connected to a network
(check for overloaded or unavailable network)
Check your subscription status with your operator (credit, SIM card
valid, etc.)
Make sure you have not forwarded incoming calls
Make sure that you have not barred certain calls
The caller’s name does not appear when a call is received
Check that you have subscribed to this service with your operator
Your caller has concealed his/her number
The sound quality of the calls is not optimal
You can adjust the volume during a call by means of the key
Check the network strength
I am unable to use the features described in the manual
Check with your operator to make sure that your subscription in-
cludes this service
Make sure this feature does not require an Alcatel accessory
When I select a number from my directory, the number is not dialled
Make sure that you have correctly recorded the number in your file
Make sure that you have selected the country prefix when calling a
foreign country
I am unable to create a file in my director y
Make sure that your SIM card directory is not full;delete some files
or save the files in the product directory (i.e. your professional or personal directories)
My callers are unable to leave messages on my voicemail
Contact your network operator to check service availability
I cannot access my voicemail
Make sure your operator’s voicemail number is correctly entered in
My numbers
Try later if the network is busy
The icon is displayed on my standby screen
You have saved too many short messages on your SIM card; delete
some of them or archive them in the product memory
“No service” is displayed
You are outside of the network coverage area
I have already entered 3 incorrect PIN codes
Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK code (Personal
Unblocking Key)
My cellphone is frozen, can’t power on
Make sure your battery is not completely used up or damaged
Remove your battery, remove your SIM card then reinstall them to
power on again, if still does not work
Hold down # key and press Power on/off key for a while to reset the
phone
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Safety and use ......................
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e recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your cellphone.The manufacturer disclaims any liability fordamage , which may result as aconsequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained herein.
TRAFFIC SAFETY:
Given that studies show that using a cellphone while driving a vehicle constitutes a real risk, even when the hands-freekit isused (car kit,headset...), drivers are requested to refrain from using their cellphone when the vehicle is not parked. Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones and their accessories in the areas where you drive.Always obey them.The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in cer tain areas.
When driving, do not use your cellphone and headphone to listen to music or to the radio. Using a headphone can be dangerous and forbidden in some areas. When switched on, your cellphone emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere with the vehicle’s electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags.Toensure that there is no problem:
- do not place your cellp hone on to p of the dashboard or within an airbag
deployment area,
- check with your car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the car’s
electronic devices are shielded from cellphone RF energy.
CONDITIONS OF USE:
You are advised to switch off the cellph one from time to time to optimize its performance. Switch the cellphone off before boarding an aircraft to avoid prosecution. Switch the cellphone off when you are in health care facilities, except in designated areas. As with many other types of e quipment now in regular u se, c ellphones can interfere with ot her electrical o r electronic device s, or equipment using radi o frequency. Switch the cellphone off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and instructions posted in a fuel depot, gas station,or chemical plant, or in any potentially explosive atmosphere. When the cellphone is switchedon, it shouldbe kept at least15 cm from any medical device such as a pacemaker,a hearing aidor insulinpump. In particular when using the cellphone you shouldhold it against the ear on the opposite side to the device,if any. To avoid hearing impairment, answer the call before holding your cellphone to your ear.Also move the handset away from your ear while using the“hands-free” option because the amplified volume might cause hearing damage . Do not let children use the cellphone and/or play with the cellphone and accessories without super vision. When replacing the cover please note that your cellphone may contain substances that could create an allergic reaction. Always handle your cellphone with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
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o not allow your cellphone to be exposed to adverse weather or environmental conditions (moisture , humidity, rain, infil tration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc.). The manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature range is -10°C to +55°C (the m
ax value depends on device, materials and housing paint/texture). O
ver 55°C the legibility of the cellphone’s disp lay may be impaired, though this is temporary and not serious. Do not open or attempt to repair your cellphone yourself. Do not drop,throw or try to bend your cellphone. Do not paint it. Use only batteries,battery chargers,and accessories which are recommended by TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates and are compatible with your cellphone model.TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates disclaim any liability for damage caused by the use of other chargers or batteries. Your cellphone should not be disposed of in a municipal waste. Please c heck local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Remember to make back-up c opies or keep a written record of all im portant information stored in your cellphone. Some people may suffer ep ileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flash ing lights, or when playing video games.These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had a previous seizure or blackout. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts, or if you have a fam ily history of such occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing video games on your cellphone or enabli ng a flash ing-lights feature on your cellphone. Parents should monitor their children’s use of video games or other features that incorporate flashing lights on the cellphones.All persons should discontinue use a nd consult a doct or if any of the followi ng symptoms occu r: convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or disorientation. To limit the likelihood of such symptoms, pleas e take the following safety precautions:
- Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep.
- Take a minimum of a 15-minute break hourly.
- Play in a well lit environment.
- Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen. When you play games on your cellphone, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal disorders:
- Take a minimum of a 15-minute break every hour of game playing.
- If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and restfor
several hours before playing again.
- If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after playing,stop the
game and see a doctor.
Prolonged exposure to music at full volume on the music player may cause the listener’s hearing impairment. Adjus t the volume before placing headphones on or in your ear.Only use headphones recommended by TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates.
CHARGERS
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ome A.C. chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C to 40°C. The chargers designed for your cellphone meet with the standard for safety of information t echnology equipment and office equipment use. Due to d ifferent applicable electrical specifications, a charger you purchased in one jurisdiction may not work in another jurisdiction.They should be used for this purpose only. Characteristics of power supply (depending on the countr y): Travel charger : Input : 100-240 V,50/60 Hz, 0.15 A
Output : 5 V, 350/400 mA
Battery: Lithium 500/650 mAh
RADIO WAVES:
THIS CELLPHONE MEET S THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your cellphone is a radio transmitter and receiver.It is designed and manufactured not to exceed th e emission limi ts for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy.These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. These guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. The exposure standard for cellphones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR.The SAR limit set by public authorities such as the Federal Communications Commissionof the US Government (FCC), or by Industry Canada,is 1.6W/kg averaged over 1 gram of body tissue.Tests forSAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the cellphone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the cellphone while operating can be well below the maximum value.This is because the cellphone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network.In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna,the lower the power output of the cellphone Before a cellphone model is available for sale to t he public, complian ce with na tional regulations and standards must be shown. The highest SAR value for this model cellphone when tested is: OT-223A: 1.0 W/Kg for use at the ear and 0.658 W/Kg for use close to the body. While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various cellphones and at variouspositions,they all meet the government requirementfor RF exposure.For body­worn operation, the cellphone meets FCC RF exposure guidelines provided that it is used with a non-metallic accessory with the handset at least 1.5 cm from the body.Use of other accessoriesmay not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. TheWorld Health Organization (WHO) considersthat present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for use of cellphones. If individuals are concerned, they might chooseto limit their own or their children's RF exposure by limit ing the length o f calls, or using "hands- free" devices to keep cellphones away from the head and body. (fact sheet n°193). Additio nal WHO information about el ectromagnetic fields a nd public health are available o n the following website: http://www.who.int/peh-emf.
PRIVACY:
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lease note that you must respect the laws and regulations in force in your jurisdiction
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r other jurisdiction(s)where you will use your cellphone regardingtaking photographs
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nd recording sounds with your cellphone.Pursuant to such laws and regulations,it may be strictly forbidden to take photographs and/or to record the voices of other people or any of their personal attributes, and reproduce or distribute them, as this may be considered to be an invasion of privacy. It is the user's sole responsibility to ensure that prior authorization be obtained, if necessary,in order to record private or confidentialconversationsor take a photograph of another person; the manufacturer,the seller orvendor of your cellphone (including the operator) disclaim any liability which may result from the improper use of the cellphone.
BATTERYAND ACCESSORIES:
Before removing the battery from your cellphone, please make sure that the cellphone is switched off. Observe the following precautions for battery use:
- Do not attempt to open the battery (due to the risk of toxic fumes and burns).
- Do not puncture, disassemble or cause a short-circuit in a battery,
- Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in the garbage or store it at temperatures
above 60°C. Batteries must b e disposed of in accordance wit h locally applicable environmental regulations.Only use the battery for the purpose for which it was designed.Never use damaged batteries or tho se not recomm ended by TCT Mobile Limited and/or its affiliates
This symbol on your cellphone, the battery and the accessories means that these products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:
- Municipal waste disposal centers with specific bins for these items of equipment
- Collection bins at points of sale . They will then be recycled, preventing substances being d isposed of in the environment, so that their components can be reused.
In European Union countries:
These collection points are accessiblefree ofcharge . All productswith thissign must be brought to these collection points.
In non European Union jurisdictions:
Items of equipment with this symbol are not be thrown into ordinary bins if your jurisdiction or your region has suitable recycling and collection facilities;instead they are to be taken to collection points for them to be recycled. In the Unite d States you may learn more about CTIA’s Recycling Progra m at www.recyclewirelessphones.com CAUTION:RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED B ATTERIESACCORDING TOTHE INSTRUCTIONS
General information ............
Website:www.alcatel-mobilephones.com
Hot Line Number: see “TCT Mobile Services” leaflet or go to our
Internet site.
On our Internet site, you will find our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section. You can also contact us by e-mail to ask any q
uestions you may have.
An electronic version of this user guide is available in English and other l
anguages according to availability on our server: www.alcatel-
mobilephones.com
Your cellphone is a transceiver that operates on GSM networks with 850 and 1900 MHz bands.
P
rotection against theft
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Your cellphone is identified by an IMEI (cellphone serial number) shown on the packaging label and in the product’s memory.We recommend t
hat you note the number the first time you use your cellphone by entering *#06# and keep it in a safe place. It may be requested by the police or your operator if your cellphone is stolen. This number allows y
our cellphone to be blocked preventing a third person from using it,
even with a different SIM card.
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isclaimer
There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the cellphone’s operation, depending on the software release of your cellphone or specific operator services.
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Contact your network operator for service availability.
1) Non-compliance with the instructions for use or installation,or with technical and safety standards applicable in the geographical area where your cellphone is used,
2) Connection to any equipment not supplied or not recommended by TCT Mobile Limited,
3) Modification or repair performed by individuals not authorized by TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates or your vendor,
4) Inclement weather, lightning, fire, humidity, infiltration of liquids or foods, chemical products, download of files, crash, high voltage, cor­rosion, oxidation…
Your cellphone will not be repaired if case labels or serial numbers (IMEI) have been removed or altered. There are no express warranties, whether w ritten, oral or implied, other than this printed limited warranty or the mandatory warranty provided by your country or jurisdiction. In no event shall TCT Mobile Limited or any of its affiliates be liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever, including but not limited commercial or financial loss or damage, loss of data or loss of image to the full extent those damages can be disclaimed by law. Some countries/states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of indi­rect, incidental or consequential damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so the preceding limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Cellphone warranty..............
Your cellphone is warranted against any defect or malfunctioning which may occur in conditions of normal use during the warranty period of twelve (12) months
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from the date of purchase as shown on your ori­ginal invoice. Batteries
(2)
and accessories sold with your cellphone are also warranted
against any defect which may occur during the first six (6) months
(1)
from the date of purchase as shown on your original invoice. In case of any defect of your cellphone which prevents you from normal use thereof, you must immediately inform your vendor and present your phone with a proof of purchase. If the defect is confirmed, your cellphone or part thereof will be either replaced or repaired, as appropriate. Repaired Phone and accessories are entitled to a one (1) month warranty for the same defect. Repair or replacement may be carried out using reconditioned components offe­ring equivalent functionality. This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor but excludes any other costs. This warranty shall not apply to defects to your cellphone and/or acces­sory due to (without any limitation):
(1)
The warranty period may var y depending on your country.
(2)
The life of a rechargeable cellphone battery in terms of conversa­tion time standby time, and total service life, will depend on the conditions of use and network configuration. Batteries being consi­dered expendable supplies, the specifications state that you should obtain optimal performance for your cellphone during the first six months after purchase and for approximately 200 more recharges.
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