Micromax A71 comes with Jelly Bean 4.1.2 that is capable of
performing various functions just like your personal computer and can
be personalized according to your own needs. For example, you can
add and remove applications or upgrade existing applications to
improve the functions. At the Android market, an ever growing range
of applications, games, movies, and books are available for you to
download.
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DISCLAIMERS
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Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
Available features and additional services may vary by device,
Applications and their functions may vary based on the
The colors, specifications, functions and graphics
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before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.
settings of your device.
software, or service provider.
country, region, software or hardware specifications.
Micromax is not liable for performance issues caused by thirdparty applications.
shown/mentioned in the user manual may differ from the
actual product. In such a case, the latter shall govern.
Images shown are for representation purpose only.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Micromax keeps the right to modify the content in this user
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guide without prior notice.
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.
Upon first use of your device, your device will send
information related to your mobile, IMEI numbers, location
details and other software details through SMS*
automatically. This information may be used as further
specified in Micromax privacy policy**.
Talk and standby times are affected by network preferences,
type of SIM cards, connected accessories and individual
usage patterns. Services and some features may be
dependent on the network, service/content providers, SIM
cards, compatibility of the devices used and the content
formats supported.
Other product logos and company names mentioned herein
may be trademarks or trade names of their respective
owners.
*Operator tariff shall be applicable for SMS.
**Micromax privacy policy is available at www.micromaxinfo.com.
INSTRUCTIONAL ICONS
Before you start, please familiarize yourself with the icons you will see
in this manual:
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PHONE LAYOUT
INSERT SIMCARD
To insert the SIM card:
1. Switch off your phone and remove the rear cover and
battery as illustrated below:
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2. Insert the SIM card correctly in the card slot(s) as illustrated
Please keep the SIM Card out of the reach of 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
below:
3. Place back the battery and rear cover.
INSERT MEMORY CARD
To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card.
1. Switch off the mobile phone, and then remove the rear
cover.
2. Insert the memory card into the slot as illustrated below:
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3. Place back the cover of the mobile phone and switch it on to
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.
start using your handset.
TURNING YOUR PHONE ON/OFF
Switch On: Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds.
Switch Off: Press and hold the power key and select Power Off.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the
battery. You can charge the device with a travel adapter or
connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.
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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 battery to
explode or damage your device.
We suggest you charge the battery for 4 hours continuously
for the first time.
LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE PHONE
You may need to provide PIN, Password, draw a pattern, or just slide
to unlock your phone.
Slide unlock will be the default unlocking method in the phone. To
unlock the screen:
1. Press the power key to wake up the phone.
2. Hold and drag the lock icon towards the unlock icon.
You may be required to unlock your phone based on the unlock
method in settings.
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To set the unlock method:
1. Go to Application Menu → → Security → Screen
lock.
2. Choose the type of locking as desired. You can set your
screen lock based on sliding, pattern, PIN, Password, or
none.
Using the 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 in the following image).
To set the unlock method:
1. On the Home screen, tap → → Security.
2. Select Screen lock.
3. Choose Pattern and then follow the guided instructions to
set the pattern lock.
Note: You can also set other locking methods as desired from
Screen lock.
Other screen locking methods available in your A71 include:
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Slide: Just wake up the screen and slide the Micromax icon
towards the unlock icon to unlock your phone.
PIN: You may enter a PIN and set it as your screen
unlocking password.
Password: You may enter any desired password and set it
as your screen unlocking password.
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MAKE A CALL
To make a call:
1. Tap on the main menu or the home screen to dial the
desired number.
2. Tap to enter the desired number to be dialed.
Or
Tap to open the Call log and select a number to make
call.
Or
Tap to open the Contacts and select the number to
make call.
3. Tap to make call from SIM 1 and to make call from
SIM2.
IN CALL OPTIONS
Press the Volume up/ down keyson the left sideto adjust
the call volume.
Tap to add another person to the call.
Tap to mute your voice so that the phone’s MIC will not
transmit voice to the other end. You can resume transmitting
your voice by tapping again.
Tap to start and stop call recording.
Tap to hold the call. Tap the icon again to resume the
call.
Tap to listen via the speaker.
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Tap to view the dial pad.
Tap to end the call.
CONFERENCE CALL
Your device supports conference calls (network service) between
more than two people.
If you dial or accept a new call when you are already on a call, you
can merge the calls into a conference call.
To make a conference call:
1. Make a call to the first participant.
2. When you are connected, tap and dial the number. The
first participant is put on hold. You can make the next call
from the phone tab, the call log, or your contacts.
3. When you are connected, tap to start the conference
call.
You can also swap calls by tapping .
During the conference call, tap MANAGE CONFERENCE to
manage the conference call participants.
Note: Your device supports conference calls (network service)
between a select numbers of participants depending to the service
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provider.
MAKE AN INTERNATIONAL CALL
To dial an international number, tap and hold the ‘0’ key from the dial
pad to enter the Plus (+) symbol, and then enter the international
country prefix, followed by the phone number.
Tap the icon on the home screen or the Application Menu
to view the dial pad.
Press the Volume Up/ down keys on the left side to adjust the
call volume.
END ACALL
To end a call, tap the icon.
DISABLE PHONE CALLS
Some locations may require you to disable all the wireless features of
your mobile. The Airplane Mode enables you to disable all incoming
and outgoing calls, Wi-Fi, and BT connections.
To activate the airplane mode:
1. Press and hold the Power button and then select Airplane
mode.
Or
Drag notification panel down, slide the top icon menu of the
notification panel towards left and tap the icon to
enable/disable the airplane mode.
HEADSET
Insert Headset to divert all types of phone sounds to your headset.
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You will be required to plug in your headset before starting the FM
Radio. The headset works as antenna for the FM radio.
CHANGING THE PHONE’S VOLUME
You can adjust the volume of your handset by using the volume keys
on the left side of the handset as shown:
SENSORS
Your phone has gravity sensors to detect gravity and display correct
orientation based on the motion.
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