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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
COPYRIGHT ........................................................................... 43
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
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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.
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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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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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You can generally drag items on the home.
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Quickly slide your finger across the surface of the screen, (without
dragging an item). For example, slide the screen up or down to scroll a
list.
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Place a finger on the screen, and steadily slide your finger in the desired
direction.
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For example, when you are viewing a picture, to view the next picture,
swipe left.
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You can open any image or web page and then use your thumb and index
finger to zoom the display through the pinch gesture as illustrated below.
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Tap quickly twice on a webpage, map, or other screen to zoom. For
example, double-tap a section of a webpage in Browser to zoom that
section. You can also double-tap to control the Camera zoom, in Maps,
and in other applications.
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On most screens, the orientation of the screen changes as you rotate it.
You can turn this feature on and off.
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You can change the screen orientation by rotating the handset.
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You can add an application icon to the Home screen by pressing and
holding it until it vibrates and enters Home screen and the release your
finger.
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PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS
You can dial a phone number or touch a number in your contacts.
You can also place a call from the Call log or messages.
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1. Tap the icon on main menu or the home screen to dial the desired
number.
2. Tap on any of the Phone, Call Log or Contacts tab to make a call.
3. Tap on the contact to dial the number.
4. Press the Volume Up/ Down keys on the leftt side to adjust the call volume.
In Call Options
Touch to add another call.
Touch the icon 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 pressing the icon again.
Touch to put the call on hold.
Touch the icon to listen via the speaker.
End the call by pressing the icon.
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Your device supports conference calls (network service) between a
maximum of six participants, including yourself. Video conference calls
are not supported.
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If you dial or accept a new call when you are already on a call, you can
merge the calls into a conference call.
1. Place a call to the first participant.
2. When you are c onnected, touch the Add call icon and dial a number, the first
participant is put on hold.
3. When you are connected with the second participant, touch the Merge calls
icon. A conference call will become active.
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To dial an international number, touch and hold the 0 key from the
dialpad to enter the Plus (+) symbol, and then enter the international
country prefix, followed by the phone number.
1. Touch the icon to dial the number.
2. Press the Volume Up/ Down keys on the right side to adjust the call volume.
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Press and hold
Back: Opens the previous screen you
were working on.
If the onscreen keyboard is open,
closes the keyboard
Menu: Opens a menu with items that
affect the current screen or
Application.
Home: Open the Home screen, If you
are viewing the left or right Extended
Home screen, opens the central Home
screen.
Opens the most
recently used
applications.
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While during a call, touch the icon.
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Some locations may require you to turn off your mobile, Wi-Fi, and
Bluetooth wireless connections.
Press and hold the Power button and then choose Airplane Mode.
Drag notification panel down then touch the Airplane mode.
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The phone’s buttons offer a lot of functions and shortcuts.
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THE HOME SCREEN
When you start up and unlock the phone, the home screen opens.
The main screen is your starting point to access all the features on your
phone.
Touch the launcher icon at the bottom of the screen to view all
installed applications.
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You can shift between the home screens. Swipe left or right on the home
screen to display the next home screen.
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When the device is in idle mode, you will see the idle screen. From the
idle screen, you can view indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to
applications, and other items.
The idle screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to the panels on
the idle screen. You can also select a dot at the bottom of the screen to
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move directly to the corresponding panel.
Add Widgets and icons to home screen
You can customize the idle screen by adding shortcuts to applications or
items in applications, widgets, or folders. To add items to the idle screen.
Enter Launcher and long press and hold an application till the screen
vibrates, and then release your finger hold.
Rearrange or Remove Widgets and Icons on your Home Screen
Long press and hold the widget or icon you want to move. Once the
device vibrates, don't release your hold on the icon. Drag the widget or
icon to a new location on the screen.
WORKING WITH MENUS
The phone provides you with Context menus and Options menus for
accessing the features in an intuitive way.
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You have the following menu icons to easily let you access its important
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features:
Opens the dialer
Opens messaging
Opens the main menu
Opens the call contacts
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You can open context menu by touching on any screen.
Not all screens have context menus. If you touch on a screen that has
no context menu, nothing happens.
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Options menus contain tools that apply to specific items on the screen.
You can open an option by touching and holding an item on the screen.
Not all items have options menus.
When you touch and hold some items on a screen, an Options menu
opens.
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MANAGING NOTIFICATIONS
Notification icons inform you of new messages and events.
When you receive a notification, its icon appears in the status bar, along
with a summary that appears only briefly.
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Drag the status bar down from the top of the screen as shown below.
The Notifications panel displays your network provider’s name and a list
of your current notifications.
Respond to Notifications
1. Open the notification panel and touch a notification to respond to it.
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2. What happens next depends on the notification.
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From the notifications panel, you can use the following options:
Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection feature.
Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless connection
feature.
GPS: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.
Data Connection: Choose data connection or disable data connection.
Profiles: Activate/deactivate various profiles.
Auto rotation: Activate or deactivate the auto rotation feature.
Close Notifications Panel
Drag the tab at the bottom of the Notifications panel to the top of the
screen. Or just press the back button. The panel also closes when you
touch a notification to respond to it.
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MESSAGING
Touch to open
a message
You can use Messaging to exchange text messages and multimedia
messages.
A Message becomes an MMS if you send it to an email address, or add
multimedia media file(s).
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You can use Messaging to exchange text messages and multimedia
messages with your friends.
You can also press the key and open the context menu to work on
messages and their settings.
A Message becomes an MMS if you send it to an email address, or add
multimedia media file(s).
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1. Touch ‘Compose new message’.
Touch to forward the
message.
Tap to lock the message.
2. Enter or select a mobile phone number.
3. Touch the composition text box and enter your message body.
4. You can also touch icon to add a contact from the contact list.
5. Touch button and then to attach various types of
attachments.
6. Touch to send the multimedia message.
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1. Open a message and then touch that message in a message
conversation window.
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Touch once to capitalize the
next letter you type. Touch
and hold for caps.
Tap this icon to select
desired contact from
phonebook
2. Touch Forward in the menu that opens.
3. Add a contact.
4. Touch Send icon to send the message.
You can also Copy message text, Save message to SIM card, View
message details and delete message.
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You can lock a message so it won’t be deleted if you reach your storage
limits.
1. Touch and hold message in a message window.
2. Touch Lock message in the menu that opens. Unlock a message b y touching
and holding it and then touch Unlock message.\
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Some applications display the keyboard by default. In others, you touch a
text field where you want to enter text, to open the keyboard.
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Use the icon to erase characters.
After typing, press icon to close the keyboard.
Press the symbols key to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard.
Touch and hold the text field to open a menu and to copy/cut texts.
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Menu > Voice Search
Use voice commands to access various useful features on your handset.
1. Tap on icon.
2. Issue your desired voice command to the phone.
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Your camera’s pictures and videos are stored in the SD card, so you must insert
one to use the Camera. You can copy pictures and videos from the SD card to a
PC and vice versa.
Take a Picture or video
Touch the Camera icon in the main menu.
Adjust the exposure and other settings via the icon.
Touch the icon on the screen.
Shoot Videos
Tap the icon in camera mode and then choose Camcorder.
Adjust the quality, effect, and other settings if you wish using the
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Tap the icon to start or stop shooting.
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You can use the Gallery to view pictures and play videos and share files.
1. Touch the Gallery icon in the main menu or in camera mode (refer figure).
2. Touch an album to open and view its contents.
3. Touch a picture or a video in an album to view it and even share with your
Share an Album
Open the main Gallery window.
1. Tap the key and then touch Share.
2. Check or uncheck the albums you want to share.
3. Touch Share again at the context menu. In the menu that opens, touch the
You can share via email, Bluetooth, Gmail messaging and so on.
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You can easily transfer your favorite music from your PC to the SD card
and experience a whole world of interesting and melodious music.
Touch the key or the intuitive buttons and icons on the phone in
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application to use to share the selected albums.
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music interface to enjoy the features of your music player.
You can use an SD card to enhance the storage capacity for
your various multimedia fi les such as music, photos emails
and so on.
Notes, tips, or additional information
Press the phone’s volume up/down keys on the right side of the mobile
phone to adjust the volume.
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Do you have music on your PC that you want to listen on your device?
Just connect the Handset to your PC using the USB cable and transfer
your favorite songs.
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You can listen to your favorite FM channels using the inbuilt FM receiver
of your phone.
1. Touch the key or the intuitive buttons and icons on the phone in Radio
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interface to enjoy the features of your inbuilt FM radio.
2. Press the phone’s volume up/down keys on the left side of the mobile phone
to adjust the volume.
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Menu > Sound recorder
Tap the icon to start recording. Tap the Icon to stop the recording.
CONNECT TO NETWORKS AND DEVICES
Your phone can connect to a variety of networks and devices, including
Internet, Wi-Fi, GPRS, Bluetooth, devices, such as headsets. You can also
transfer files to/from your PC through the data cable.
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To configure your Internet:
1. Go to Settings> Wireless & Networks > Mobile Networks> Access point
names.
2. Select the access point name or change the access point name for your
Internet connectivity as provided by the service provider of your SIM card.
By default, your network provider sends the access point name settings via
SMS, or it come s with your SIM card. You may need to install these settings.
After this, you can choose from the listed access point names. I f the access
point names are not listed by default, please contact your network provider
for the same.
3. After you have selected or configured the access point name, go to Settings>
SIM Management and enable Data Connection to enable Inte rnet
connection.
Connect to Internet via your Phone
You can use your device as a modem and connect your PC or laptop to
the Internet when required. Which means that you can browse the
Internet on your PC using your mobile phone. To do this:
1. Connect your mobile phone to your PC via the USB cable.
2. Go to Settings> Wireless & Networks> Tethering & portab le hotspot and
then touch USB Tethering.
A prompt driver for installation will appear on your PC. Proceed as
suggested.
In case of Linux, Windows 7 and V ista OS, the drivers get automatically
installed.
However, in case of Windows XP, you need to manually install the
drivers. If you do not have the driver, you can download it from
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www.micromaxinfo.com
Note: Your mobile operator will charge you based on your GPRS data
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To browse the Internet via Wi-Fi:
1. Go to Menu> Settings> wireless & networks and then tap WLAN.
2. Select the displayed WLAN connections listed on the phone.
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1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks> and tap Bluetooth.
2. Next, tap Bluetooth Settings > Scan for Devices.
3. If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, make it discoverable.
4. If your phone stops scanning before you make the other device discoverable,
5. Touch the ID of the other device in the list in Settings to pair them. If you are
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If Bluetooth is off, check Bluetooth to turn it on. Your phone scans and
displays the Bluetooth devices in range.
touch Scan for devices.
prompted to for a password, enter the passkey (displayed on the handset in
the other device to be paired.). If the pairing is successful, your phone
connects to the device.
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If your VPN or Wi-Fi Network re lies on secure certificates, you must
obtain the certificates and store them in your phone’s storage, before
you can configure access to those VPN or Wi-Fi networks on your phone.
You may need to download the certificates from a website.
1. Copy the certificate from your computer to the root of the SD card.
2. Touch Settings> Security.
3. Touch Install from SD card.
4. Touch the file name of the certificate to install. Only the names of certificates
that you have not already installed on your phone are displayed.
5. If prompted, enter the certificate’s password and touch OK.
6. Enter a name for the certificate and touch OK.
MANAGE ACCOUNTS
You can set up a corporate, Google account etc on your device. You can
do this by tapping Settings> Accounts & sync > Add Account:
You may also be able to add other kinds of accounts, depending on your
application.
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Your Google Account lets you take full advantage of Google applications
and services that you may want to use, such as Gmail, Maps, Navigation,
and various applications.
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browser. All your email is always up to date and available no matter
where you check it from.
But Gmail is not just about email. Your Gmail name and password signs
you into to all Google apps and services, including Calendar; People, for
keeping track of your contacts; for storing and organizing your pictures;
Google Reader, for keeping up with your online reading; Google
Documents, for working with documents, spreadsheets, or drawings; and
many more.
To auto-sync an existing account:
1. Tap on an existing account.
2. Tap Sync Contacts. ( All phone contacts will be copied to that email account
with details).
For this feature to work, you need to have Internet connectivity via your
SIM or Wi-Fi. If your Sync does not proceed as expected, check whether
data option is set to ON.
APPLICATIONS
You phone comes with a host of applications to make your life easier and
more convenient. Explore the various applications and the features that
come with your DEVICE handset and enjoy the advantage.
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Select Menu > Maps.
want to go, free of charge. You can:
Find cities, streets, and services
Find your way with turn-by-turn directions
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Synchronize your favorite locations and routes between your phone
Remember to comply with legal requirements and local
restrictions when using the phone, for example, in airplanes,
petrol stations, hospitals.
Your Phone’s radio waves may interfere with the functioning of
inadequately shielded medical devices. Consult a physician or
the manufacturer of the medical device to determine whether
they are adequately shielded from external Radio Frequency.
and the Maps internet service.
Check weather forecasts and other local information, if available
Note: You will need Internet connectivity to use this feature.
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You can use Gmail to read and write email from any mobile device or
browser. All your email is always up to date and available no matter
where you check it from.
But Gmail is not just about email. Your Gmail name and password signs
you into to all Google apps and services, including Calendar; People, for
keeping track of your contacts; Picasa, for storing and organizing your
pictures; Google Reader, for keeping up with your online reading; Google
Documents, for working with documents, spreadsheets, or drawings; and
many more.
To launch Gmail, touch the Gmail icon on a Home or All Apps screen.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Switch off your device when regulations posted instruct you to
do so.
Always keep the phone and accessories out of reach of small
children. Small parts such as the SIM card, dust cap, lens ring
and lens cap as well as the microSD card can be dismantled and
swallowed by small children.
Do not place the phone near to electromagnetic data carriers
such as credit cards and floppy disks. Information stored on
them could be lost.
Permanent hearing loss may occur if you use earphones or
headphones at high volume. You can adapt over time to a
higher volume, which may sound normal but can be damaging
to your hearing. Set your volume to a safe level. If you
experience discomfort or buzzing in your ears, reduce the
volume or discontinue use of your earphones or headphones.
Ring tones, info tones and hands-free talking are reproduced
through the loudspeaker. Do not hold the phone to the ear
when it rings or when you have switched on the hands-free
function.
The mains voltage (V) specified on the power supply unit must
not be exceeded. Otherwise the charging device may be
damaged. The power supply must be plugged into an easily
accessible AC mains power socket when charging the battery.
The only way to turn off the charging device after charging the
battery is to unplug it.
You may only open the phone to replace the battery, SIM and
microSD card. You must not open the battery under any
circumstances. All other changes to this device are strictly
prohibited and will invalidate the warranty.
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The phone may cause interference in the vicinity of TV sets,
radios and PCs.
All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a
conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded chains
touch exposed terminals. Exercise care in handling any charged
battery, particularly when placing it inside your pocket, purse or
other container with metal objects. Do not dispose of batteries
in fire as they may explode.
1) Do not use the phone while driving. When you have to use
the phone, please use the personal hands-free kit.
2) Please put the phone safely in the phone stand. Do not put it
onto any passenger seat or any place from which it may fall
down in case of vehicular collision or emergency braking.
Flight is influenced by interference caused by the phone. It is
illegal to use a phone on the airplane. Please turn off your
phone during a flight.
Professional service: The phone must be installed or repaired
by no other personnel than professionals. You are likely to
suffer a huge risk when you install or repair this phone by
yourself, which also goes against the warranty rules.
TAKING CARE OF YOUR DEVICE
Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should
be handled with care. The following suggestions will help you protect
your phone.
Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or
moisture can contain minerals that will rust electronic circuits. If your
device does get wet, remove the battery without turning on the
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device, wipe it with a dry cloth and take it the service center.
Do not store the device in high or cold temperature. High
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and damage
batteries.
Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts
and electronic components can be damaged.
Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this
guide. Repairing this phone by yourself other than our authorized
service agents/centers goes against the warranty rules.
Do not drop, knock, or shake the device. Rough handling can break
internal circuit boards and fine mechanics.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to
clean the device. Only use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean the surface
of the device.
Do not store your device near magnetic fields or allow your device to
come in contact with magnetic fields for extended period of time.
Battery Recommendations
Please put the battery in a cool and well-ventilated place out of direct
sunlight. We recommend you to charge the battery at room
temperature range.
Batteries have life cycles. If the time that the battery powers
equipment becomes much shorter than usual, the battery life is at an
end. Replace the battery with a new battery of the same make and
specification.
Use manufacturer approved batteries, chargers, accessories and
supplies. Micromax will not be held responsible for user’s safety when
using unapproved accessories or supplies.
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Do not discard the battery with household trash. Please dispose of
used battery according to your local environmental laws and
guidelines.
Recycle your Phone
recycling of
Collection and proper recovery of your electronic waste equipments at
the time of disposal will allow us to help preserve the environment.
Recycling of the electronic waste equipment will ensure safety of human
health and environment. For more information on best practices for
disposal of electronic and electrical waste, please refer to our website
link: weee.micromaxinfo.com.
Note: Micromax will not bear any responsibility for any incompliance with
the above mentioned guidelines or improper usage of the mobile phone.
The WEEE logo (shown at the left) appears on the
product (battery, handset, and charger) to indicate that
this product must not be disposed off or dumped with
your other household wastes. You are liable to dispose of
all your electronic or electrical waste equipment by
relocating over to the specified collection point for
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All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of part
or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior
written permission of Micromax is strictly prohibited.
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Micromax and the Micromax Logo are registered trademarks of
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Micromax Informatics Ltd.
The Android logo, Google Search™, Google Maps™, Google Mail™,
YouTube™, Android Market™, and Google Talk™ are trademarks of
Google, Inc.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc.
worldwide.
Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/or its
affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation.
Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the W i-Fi logo are registered
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
INDEX
accessories, 43
AndroidTM, 3
Batteries, 43
Bluetooth, 36
Camera, 2, 30
CertificateMERGEFORMAT, 36
Disclaimers, 3
Gallery, 31
Gmail, 39
GmailMERGEFORMAT, 37
InternetMERGEFORMAT, 34
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Keyboard, 29
Micromax, 4
Multimedia, 30
Notifications, 25
Only, 42
Pinch Zoom, 2
SIM, 9
Songs, 33
used, 43
video, 31
Voice, 30
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