Micromax A72 Operating Instructions

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WELCOME

Welcome to the Micromax family. Congratulations on becoming a proud owner of the Micromax A72 Android phone. Your A72 device offers you the following exciting features and much more:

Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) Platform: Your A72 comes packaged with

Android 2.3 OS meaning that your Mobile phone is based on a versatile operating system.

3 Megapixel Camera: The 3 Megapixel camera along allows you to take

crisp and sharp high quality pictures and videos any time.

1 GHz Processor: To give you speed in handling your games and

applications.

5 Inch Capacitive Touch screen: Gives you an intuitive and friendly

Interface allowing you to operate your phone with finesse.

Motion sensor: For a smooth and superior gaming experienc6e. Pinch Zoom Feature: You can use the pinch zoom command to magnify

images and web pages displayed on your interface.

Intelligent User Interface: The Intelligent and highly intuitive User

interface makes your access to the features a smooth ride.

Dual SIM: You can enjoy the features of two SIM on your handset. Wi-Fi: The Wi-Fi features lets you connect wirelessly and seamlessly

with your Wi-Fi network for Internet connectivity.

Bluetooth: Lets you exchange files and information with other

Bluetooth enabled devices.

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THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE

An AndroidTM 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.

READ ME FIRST

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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Talk and Standby time are affected by Network preferences, type of

SIM card, and individual usage patterns.

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Services and

some features may be dependent on the ne twork, or service content provider,

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Images shown in this User Guide are for representation only. Other

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.

product logos and company names mentioned/used herein may be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners.

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

actual functions appearing in the device. In such a case, the latter shall govern.

Content in this user manual may differ based on software provided by

service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice.

Micromax reserves the right to make modifications to the content in

this user guide without any prior notice.

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

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CONTENTS

WELCOME 2 THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE 3 READ ME FIRST 3

DISCLAIMERS: .......................................................................... 3

INSTRUCTIONAL ICONS .............................................................. 4

CONTENTS 5 PHONE LAYOUT 8

INSERT SIM CARD .................................................................... 9

INSERT MEMORY CARD 9 TURN THE PHONE ON AND OFF 10

CHARGE THE BATTERY ............................................................ 11

UNLOCK THE PHONE ............................................................... 12

USING THE TOUCH SCREEN 13

TOUCH AND HOLD................................................................... 13

DRAG AN ITEM ........................................................................ 14

SCROLL ................................................................................. 15

SWIPE ................................................................................... 15

USING THE PINCH ZOOM ......................................................... 16

DOUBLE-TAP .......................................................................... 17

CHANGE THE ORIENTATION ...................................................... 17

OPEN AND CLOSE THE LAUNCHER ............................................ 18

TOUCH THE LAUNCHER ICON TO OPEN THE MAIN MENU. ....... 18

PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS 18

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MAKE A CALL ......................................................................... 19

CONFERENCE CALL ................................................................ 19

MAKE AN INTERNATIONAL CALL ................................................ 20

END A CALL ........................................................................... 21

DISABLE PHONE CALLS ........................................................... 21

USING THE HANDSET’S KEYS ................................................... 21

THE HOME SCREEN 22

SWITCH BETWEEN HOME SCREENS ......................................... 22

CUSTOMIZE HOME SCREEN ..................................................... 22

WORKING WITH MENUS 23

MENU ICONS .......................................................................... 23

CONTEXT MENU ..................................................................... 24

OPTIONS MENUS .................................................................... 24

MANAGING NOTIFICATIONS 25

OPEN THE NOTIFICATIONS PANEL ............................................. 25

MESSAGING 27

CREATE AND SEND MULTIMEDIA MESSAGE ................................ 27

FORWARD A MESSAGE ............................................................. 28

LOCK A MESSAGE ................................................................... 29

USING THE ONSCREEN KEYBOARD ........................................... 29

USE VOICE COMMAND ............................................................ 30

MULTIMEDIA 30

CAMERA ................................................................................ 30

GALLERY ............................................................................... 32

MUSIC ................................................................................... 32

COPY SONGS FROM YOUR PC ................................................. 33

FM RADIO ............................................................................. 33

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RECORD SOUND .................................................................... 34

CONNECT TO NETWORKS AND DEVICES 34

CONNECT TO THE INTERNET .................................................... 34

ACCESS INTERNET VIA WI-FI ................................................... 36

PAIR WITH BLUETOOTH DEVICES ............................................. 36

INSTALL SECURE CERTIFICATE ................................................. 36

MANAGE ACCOUNTS 37

GOOGLE ACCOUNT ................................................................. 37

START GMAIL ......................................................................... 37

APPLICATIONS 38

MAPS .................................................................................... 38

START GMAIL ......................................................................... 39

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 39 TAKING CARE OF YOUR DEVICE 41

TRADEMARKS ......................................................................... 43

INDEX 44

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PHONE LAYOUT

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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

SIM Card(s)

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

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

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INSERT MEMORY CARD

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

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device accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards.

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.

Memory 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.

TURN THE PHONE ON AND OFF

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

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

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.

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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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AATTTTEERRY

Tip: You can charge your handset using the USB port and USB cable.

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.

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.

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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 > 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.

To use pattern Lock, in step 2 above, choose Pattern lock . You can draw your desired pattern by connecting the dots as shown with an example below.

USING THE TOUCH SCREEN

You can use the touch screen in the following ways:

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Touch and hold an item. An action occurs depending on the situation.

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Touch and hold an item and move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position.

Tap and hold the item, and slide your finger across the screen. The item follows your finger.

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