Micromax A51 Operating Instructions

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Welcome to the Micromax family. Congratulations on becoming a proud owner o f the Micromax A51 Android phone. Your A51 device offers you with the following exciting features and much more:

Android 2.3.7 Platform 2 Megapixel Camera 832MHz Processor

3.5 Inch Capacitive Touch screen HSDPA Dual SIM FM Radio Gravity Sensor Wi-Fi Bluetooth 3.0 Memory card support (expandable up to 32GB)

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An Android Phone can perform many of the same functions as a computer and you can customize it to your own needs. For example, you can add and remove applications or upgrade existing applications to improve the functions. At Android market, you can download a range of applications and games from an ever growing collection. You can also integrate applications on your android phone with other applications and with online services that you use.

Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before

using your device to ensure safe and proper use.

The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of

your device.

Available features and additional services may vary by device,

software, or service provider.

Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, software

or hardware specifications. Micromax is not liable for performance issues caused by third-party applications.

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The colors and specifications shown/mentioned in the user manual

may differ from the actual product. Images shown are for representation purpose only. Other product logos and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners.

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Micromax keeps the right to make modif ications to the content in this

Information: Provides useful information

Warning: Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: Situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Tips to help you with the features.

user guide without any prior notice.

The functions explained or listed in this manual may differ from the

actual functions appearing in the mobile phone. In such a case, the latter shall govern. We do not guarantee the absolute accuracy of the User Guide Vis-a vis the actual handset.

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Before you start, please familiarize yourself with the icons you will see in this manual:

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CONTENTS PHONE LAYOUT

INSERT SIM CARD

INSERT MEMORY CARD TURN THE PHONE ON AND OFF

CHARGE THE BATTERY UNLOCK THE PHONE

USING THE TOUCH SCREEN

TOUCH AND HOLD DRAG AN ITEM SCROLL

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SWIPE DOUBLE-TAP CHANGE THE ORIENTATION

PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS

MAKE A CALL CONFERENCE CALL MAKE AN INTERNATIONAL CALL END A CALL DISABLE PHONE CALLS USING THE HANDSET’S KEYS

THE HOME SCREEN

SWITCH BETWEEN HOME SCREENS REARRANGE ITEMS ON THE HOME SCREEN CUSTOMIZE HOME SCREEN

WORKING WITH MENUS

MENU ICONS CONTEXT MENU OPTIONS MENUS

MANAGING NOTIFICATIONS

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OPEN THE NOTIFICATIONS PANEL

MESSAGING

CREATE AND SEND MULTIMEDIA MESSAGE FORWARD A MESSAGE LOCK A MESSAGE USING THE ONSCREEN KEYBOARD USE VOICE COMMAND

MULTIMEDIA

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CONNECT TO NETWORKS AND DEVICES

CONNECT TO THE INTERNET ACCESS INTERNET VIA WI-FI PAIR WITH BLUETOOTH DEVICES

MANAGE ACCOUNTS

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APPLICATIONS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TAKING CARE OF YOUR DEVICE

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Speaker

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Please keep the SIM Card out of the reach of small children.

The card and the contacts are vulnerable to damage due to scratching or bending. Therefore, be careful when using, inserting or removing the cards

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When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services.

To insert SIM card(s):

1. Switch off the mobile phone and remove the rear cover and battery.

2. Insert the SIM card(s) correctly in the card slot(s) (See figure below).

3. Finally insert the battery and replace the rear cover of the mobile phone.

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To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card.

Use only compatible memory cards approved by Micromax with this device. Incompatible memory cards may damage the card or the device and corrupt the data stored in the card.

1. Power off the mobile phone, and then remove the rear cover and battery.

2. Insert the memory card into the slot.

3. Finally insert the battery and the rear cover of the mobile phone.

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Switch On: Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds.

If the phone lock has been activated, you need to enter the password to unlock. If the SIM card has been inserted in the phone, and the related PIN code protection is activated, you need to enter the required password to unlock.

Warning: If you enter three wrong PIN codes in a row, the SIM card will be locked and you need to enter the PUK code to unlock. Both the PIN code and PUK code are provided by the network operator.

Switch Off: Press and hold the power key and select switch off.

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Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery.

Tip: You can also use a compatible USB charger to charge your battery.

Use only Micromax approved chargers and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.

We suggest you charge the battery for 4 hours continuously for the first time.

You can charge the device with a travel adapter or connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.

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1. Connect the charger to a wall outlet

2. Connect the charger to the device.

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You may need to provide PIN, Password, or draw a pattern to unlock your phone. To unlock the screen:

1. Press the power key to wake up the phone.

2. Hold and drag the unlock icon to unlock. You may be required to unlock your phone based on the unlock method

in settings. To set the unlock method:

1. On the main menu, touch Settings > Location and Security > Set up Screen lock.

2. Choose the type of locking as desired. You can set your screen lock on the basis of pattern, PIN, Password or none.

Using Pattern Lock

Pattern Lock is a security feature you can enable on your phone to prevent it from unauthorized access. You can draw a pattern by connecting the dots (as shown below).

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