Q371
User Guide
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KITKAT 4.4.2 ...............................................................................................
Read Me First ...........................................................................................
Disclaimer ..................................................................................................
Understand Your Phone........................................................................
Getting Started ........................................................................................
SIM and Memory Card Insertion ................................................
Handset Keys ............................................................................................
Power Key ..........................................................................................
Volume Keys .......................................................................................
Navigation Keys ................................................................................
Charge the Battery .................................................................................
Home Screen ............................................................................................
Application Launcher ............................................................................
Account Configuration ..........................................................................
Google Account .................................................................................
Other Accounts ..................................................................................
Notifications .............................................................................................
Gravity Sensor ..........................................................................................
Phone Security .........................................................................................
Unlock the Screen ............................................................................
Phone Unlocking Methods ...........................................................
Google Search .........................................................................................
Using the Touch Screen ......................................................................
Tap and Hold .....................................................................................
Drag an Item .....................................................................................
Scroll ....................................................................................................
Swipe ....................................................................................................
Using the Pinch Zoom ....................................................................
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Using the Onscreen Keyboard
Recent Applications
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Make a Call ................................................................................................
Video Call
Contacts
Synchronize Your Contact List
Airplane Mode
Send Message
Camera
Gallery
Music Player
FM Radio
Settings, Networks, & Applications
Connect to the Internet
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Tethering & Portability
Pair With Bluetooth Devices
Google Maps
Manage Applications
Safety Precautions
Taking Care of Your Device
Battery Recommendations
Recycle your Phone
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KITKAT 4.4.2
Micromax Q371 comes with KITKAT 4.4.2 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 Google Play Store, an ever-growing range of applications, games,
movies, and books are available for you to download.
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 based on the country, region,
software or hardware specifications. Micromax is not liable for
performance issues caused by third-party applications.
Disclaimer
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The colors, specifications, functions and graphics 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 guide without prior
notice.
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
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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.
Understand Your Phone
Getting Started
SIM and Memory Card Insertion
Your Q371 is a dual SIM phone with expandable memory. Switch off your
phone before SIM/memory card insertion/removal and insert the card(s) in
the slots correctly.
Switch off your phone
and remove the rear
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cover.
Remove the battery (if
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ted).
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Insert the SIM card(s) in t
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d slot(s).
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.
Use only compatible memory cards with this device. Incompatible
memory cards may damage the card or the device and corrupt the
data stored in the card.
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Insert the memory card in
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the memory card slot.
Handset Keys
Power Key
Turn On : Press the Power key for 3-4
seconds.
Wake up the Screen : Firmly press the
Power key to wake up the screen or to
turn off the screen.
Turn Off : Wake up the screen first. Now,
long press the Power key then tap "Power
off" to turn off the phone.
Quick Options : Wake up the screen first.
Now, press the Power key for 2 seconds
to view quick options to turn off the
phone, reboot, switch to aeroplane mode,
or adjust the sound profiles.
Volume Keys
Adjust the in-call, media, and ringtone
volume from the volume keys
available on the right side of the
device.
Handset Keys
Navigation Keys
Opens a menu with items that affect the current
screen or application.
Menu Key
Home Key
Back Key
While you are on the home screen, tap to view
quick access options.
Long tap to open the most recently used
applications.
Opens the Home screen. If you are viewing any of
the extended Home screens, opens the central
Home screen.
Long tap to open Google Now.
Takes you to the previously opened screen until
the Home screen appears.
If the onscreen keyboard is open, closes the
keyboard.
Charge the Battery
Before using the device for the first time, we recommend you to use the
power adapter to charge the battery for atleast 1-2 hours.
Connect the power adapter to the power outlet and the USB cable, as
illustrated in the following image:
When turned on, the battery level and charging status gets displayed in the
upper-right corner of the screen.
Use only Micromax chargers and cables. Other chargers or cables can
cause the battery to explode or damage your device. This may invalidate
your phone warranty.
Home Screen
You can personalize your home screen with shortcuts, widgets, and
wallpapers. To view quick options to change wallpaper, add widgets, or
open settings section, tap the key. You can add extensions to the
home screen by dragging an item to the right edge of the screen until a new
screen appears. Your Q371 will show only those extended home screens
that have some shortcut/widget placed on them. Swipe left or right on the
home screen to view the next extended home screen.
In the bottom pane, there will be five launcher icons for you to open
different sections in the phone. Except the application launcher in the
middle of the pane, you can rearrange and manage the other four icons. Tap
and hold to select a launcher icon and then you can rearrange, change, or
remove them with ease.
Know More About Widgets…
Widgets allow placing application shortcuts on your home screen. You can
place analog clock, your recent call logs, and other such sections of your
phone on the home page and access them directly! View all available
widgets by tapping the key and then tapping Widgets.
Application Launcher
Application launcher or Application menu is available right in the middle of
the home screen bottom pane.
Tap to view all inbuilt and installed applications. In the application
menu, tap and hold any application to take it to the home screen; release
the hold to place at any desired location on the home screen.
Account Configuration
Google Account
Some applications and services of your smartphone may require you to
sign in to your Gmail account. If you do not have an existing Gmail account,
you can easily sign up and create a new account from the Gmail app in your
phone.
Configuring Gmail account will not only allow you to access your emails but
will also enable you to sync your phone calendar and contacts with your
Gmail account. Changing your handset and taking contact list backup
cannot get easier. In addition to this, your Gmail account lets you take full
advantage of applications and services offered by Google on your Android
phone. Configure your Google account on this handset to get an ease-of-access and sync your preferences and data on some applications rendered by
Google.
Network connection is required for a successful Gmail account
configuration.
Other Accounts
In addition to Gmail, you can configure other email accounts from:
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dd account
Also, you can download desired email application from the Play Store and
access emails from the respective application.
Notifications
Your phone has a notification LED which notifies you with missed calls, text
messages, charging on/off, and various other notifications and events as
and when they appear in the device.
Open
Notification Panel
Open
Toolkit Quick Access Panel
Close
Notification Panel
Clear
All Notifications
When you receive a notification, its icon appears in the status bar, along
with a brief summary. You may clear each notification separately by
swiping it towards left or right.
Toolkit provides you shortcuts to manage basic phone features, such as
Airplane Mode, Wi-Fi, Display Brightness, and many more.
Gravity Sensor
Your phone has gravity sensor to detect gravity and display correct
orientation based on the motion.
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You can enable/disable the auto-rotate feature by dragging down the
notification panel, tapping , and then selecting AUTO ROTATION.
Or
You can enable/disable the auto-rotate feature from:
Display Auto-rotate screen
Phone Security
Unlock the Screen
By default, Slide Unlock is your unlocking technique.
To unlock:
Wake up the screen by firmly pressing the Power key.
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Place your finger on the lock icon and drag it towards the unlock icon
2.
to unlock the screen.
Protect your phone from unauthorized access. Once locked, the phone can
be unlocked by providing the unlocking password set while choosing the
unlocking technique.
Phone Unlocking Methods
Choose and set a screen unlocking technique from:
Security Screen lock
It is important to remember the passwords and commands, which you set
for your phone. A forgotten password cannot be retrieved.
Slide Unlock
Place your finger on the lock icon and drag
towards the unlock icon.
Face Unlock
Set your face as the screen unlock
password. The front facing camera
recognizes your face and unlocks the device.
Face unlock feature may recognize
photographs and thus may be less secure as
compared to other unlock methods.
Voice Unlock
Set voice commands to unlock the phone.
Also, you can set wake up commands to
unlock and launch dialpad/messaging/camera directly.
PIN
Set a PIN of atleast four digits as the
password to unlock.
Pattern
Connect the dots to form a pattern and use
the same to unlock.
Password
Set and use an alphanumeric password of
atleast 4 characters to unlock the phone.
Google Search
Search anything in your phone or in the outside world from Google Search.
You can type your search keywords or can even speak it up as your search
supports voice recognition also. Use voice commands to access various
useful sections on your handset.
Google Search is available on the home screen and in the application menu
too.
Using the Touch Screen
Tap and Hold
Tap and hold an item to view the list of actions based on the selected item
and condition. Also, you can move an item from the Apps screen to the
home screen using this method.
Drag an Item
Tap and hold an item and move your finger on the screen until you reach
the target position. The item follows your finger.
You can generally drag items from one location to another on the home
screen. Also, you can delete items from the home screen by holding the
item and dragging it to the Remove label that becomes available only when
you hold the item on the Home screen.
Scroll
To scroll a list, slide your finger across the surface of the screen upwards
or downwards (without dragging an item).
Play Store
Swipe
Place a finger on the screen and steadily slide your finger in the desired
direction.
Play Store
For example, when you are viewing a picture, to view the next picture,
swipe left.
Using the Pinch Zoom
You can open any image or web page and then use your thumb and index
finger to zoom the display through the pinch gesture.
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Double-tap
Tap quickly twice on a webpage, map, or other screen to zoom.
For example, double-tap a section of a webpage in the browser to zoom
that section.
Using the Onscreen Keyboard
Some applications display the keyboard by default. In others, you will be
required to tap a text field, where you want to enter text, to open the
keyboard.
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QWERTY touch
pad
Tap to change the
sentence casing
Tap to switch to
numerical
keyboard with
punctuation
marks
After typing, tap key to close the keyboard.
Tap and hold the text field to open a menu and to cut/copy/paste
text.
Backspace to
erase the
entered text
Tap once for
speech-to-text
recognition and long
tap for input options.
Recent Applications
Tap and hold the key to view the list of recent applications. You can
easily remove items from the list to free some memory and make your
phone work faster.
There are two ways to remove items from the list
Drag an item towards left
or right
Tap and hold an item and then
select Remove from list
Make a Call
Tap on the menu screen or the home screen to open the dial pad for
making calls.
By default, the dialer will display a list of contacts on which calls have been
made very often and the contacts which have been marked as favorites.
You can show the dialer by tapping or view the call history by tapping
Video Call
Your handset supports video calling using which you can talk face-to-face
with your friends via real-time video streaming.
To make a video call:
Open the contact details of the call recipient from the contacts list and
then tap to make a video call
Or
Dial a number on the dialer, tap the icon and then select Video Call.
To make a video call, you need to enable 3G on your SIM card.
Please contact your service provider for 3G data pack details.The
video call recipient also needs to have a 3G connection.
Contacts
Go to
Store, use, and synchronize contact details in your contact list. You can now
create contact groups or mark contacts as favorites in your phonebook. Use
tabs or swipe through to view the list of contact groups, contacts, and
favorite contacts list.
Favorite
Contacts
Contacts List Contact Groups
Add a new contact to the contacts list by tapping icon and then
entering the contact name, number and details in the respective
fields.
Synchronize Your Contact List
You can synchronize your contacts list with any of your accounts
configured on this device.
To synchronize your contact list:
1. Tap the key on the contacts screen and then tap Accounts.
2. Select the account(s) with which contact list is to be synchronized.
You can auto-sync contacts by selecting the Auto-sync app data option.
Your contacts synchronization will be complete in a few seconds.
To synchronize contacts, you need to have Internet connectivity via
your SIM or Wi-Fi. If your Sync does not proceed as expected, check
network connectivity.
Airplane Mode
Some locations may require you to disable all the network-related
functions of your mobile. The Airplane Mode enables you to disable all
incoming and outgoing calls, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connections.
To activate the aeroplane mode:
Press and hold the Power button and then select Airplane mode.
Or
Drag down the notification panel, tap
MODE.
, and then select AIRPLANE
Send Message
To send a message:
1.
Tap on the menu screen or the home screen to go to the
messaging section and then tap to compose a message.
2.
Tap the icon to view the types of files that can be attached and
select the desired type of multimedia file.
3.
Tap to select the composition text box and enter your message body in
it.
4.
Enter the contact name (if it exists) or enter the phone number. You can
also tap the icon to view and select contact(s) from the contact list.
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Tap to send the multimedia message.
Camera
Go to
Switch to
Normal mode
Switch to
Panorama capture
HDR mode
Manage
camera
flashlight
Swap between
front and back
camera
Camera
settings
Open
picture
gallery
Capture
Shoot
video
Gallery
Go to
You can use the Gallery to view pictures and play videos and share files. Tap
an album to open and view its contents.
Music Player
Go to
Open Music Library
Open the playlist
Turn on/off songs
shuffle
Turn on/off repeat
songs
Play
previously
played
song
Press the phone’s volume up/down keys on the right side of the
phone to adjust the volume.
You can use an SD card to enhance the storage capacity for your
multimedia files such as music, photos, emails, and so on.
Play next song in the
playlist
Adjust volume
Play/Pause song
FM Radio
Go to
You can listen to your favorite FM channels using the inbuilt FM receiver of
your phone. Before starting the FM, you need to plug-in the headset as it
works as antenna for the FM radio. Use the intuitive buttons and icons on
the phone in the radio interface to enjoy the features of your inbuilt FM
radio.
Press the phone’s volume up/down keys on the right side of the
phone to adjust the volume.
Settings, Networks, & Applications
Your phone can connect to networks and devices, including Internet, Wi-Fi,
GPRS, Bluetooth, and devices, such as headsets. You can also transfer files
to/from your PC through the data cable.
Go to
Connect to the Internet
To configure Internet go to Dual SIM Setting Data
connection and select the SIM on which data connection is to be enabled.
You may also need to configure the access point name for the data
connection to work.
To configure the access point name, go to More Mobile
networks Access Point Names and select the SIM for which access
point name is to be configured. Select the access point name from the list.
By default, the access point name gets configured once you insert
the SIM or your network provider sends the access point name
settings via SMS. You may need to install these settings. If the
access point names are not listed by default, please contact your
network provider for the same.
Tethering & Portability
You can use your Q371 as a modem and connect your PC or laptop to the
Internet, when required. Start using your SIM data pack on your PC or
Laptop now!
Go to More Tethering & portable hotspot.
USB Tethering
Connect your phone with your PC/Laptop
1.
via USB cable.
Select the USB tethering option.
2.
Select your phone network as the network
3.
connection in your PC/laptop and get
access to the Internet.
Bluetooth Tethering
Pair your phone with the Bluetooth
1.
enabled PC/laptop via Bluetooth pairing
option.
Select t he BT tethering option in your
2.
phone.
On the paired PC/laptop, select the
3.
Bluetooth device (your phone) and
choose to connect to the Internet.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot option in your
1.
phone.
On the other Wi-Fi enabled
2.
PC/laptop/handset, choose your phone as a
Wi-Fi network to connect with it.
View and configure Wi-Fi hotspot settings
3.
by tapping the Wi-Fi hotspot option.
Your mobile operator will charge you based on your data usage.
Pair With Bluetooth Devices
Go to BT
To pair your Q371 with some other Bluetooth device:
If Bluetooth is off, turn it on and then tap BT. Your phone scans and
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displays the list of Bluetooth devices in range.
Tap the ID of the other device in the list to pair with it.
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You will be prompted to confirm passkey on both devices. Tap Pair to
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confirm the passkey and pair the devices. On successful pairing, your
phone connects to the device.
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, make it
discoverable and then search. If your phone stops scanning before
you make the other device discoverable, tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES.
Tap Micromax Q371 at the top of the scanned device list to make
your Q371 visible on other devices.
Google Maps
Google Maps is an app from Google that gives you access to various
map-related services. You can view your location on a map, search for
different landmarks, find directions to locations, and even view Street View
photos from around the world. The built-in navigation works with GPS to
give step-by-step route guidance while driving or walking. You can
download maps to use offline, when you don't have an Internet connection.
For the best experience with Google Maps, configure the following
settings:
Enable location access from Location.
Go to to start using Google Maps.
Internet connection is required for using Google Maps. When you
use the map, you use your Internet connection to transfer data to
and from your phone.
The Google Maps application may not be available in every street,
country or region.
Micromax does not guarantee the accuracy of any directional
services
Manage Applications
Your phone comes with a host of applications to make your life easier and
more convenient. The Android phones offer users access to unlimited
entertainment sources. You can download applications, games, movies,
and books from the ever-increasing Google Play Store. New items get
added almost daily to the Play Store to give users a never-ending fun
experience.
To view and manage the list of all inbuilt, downloaded, and running
applications, go to Apps.
To download applications, games, movies, and books from the Google Play
Store, go to to access the Google Play Store. View the details
and download items, as desired.
Not all items are free of cost in the Google Play Store.
You need to have an Internet connection and be signed in to your
Google Account to use the Google Play Store.
Safety Precautions
Switch off your device in any area with potential explosive
atmosphere. Sparks arising out of radio frequency may cause
fire or explosion. Therefore switch off your device at refueling
stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or places where blasting
operation is in progress. Remember to comply with legal
requirements and local restrictions when using the phone.
Your Phone’s radio waves may interfere with inadequately
shielded medical devices. Consult a physician or manufacturer
of the medical device to know whether they are adequately
shielded from external Radio Frequency. Switch off your device
when regulations require you to do so.
Always keep the phone and accessories out of reach of small
children. Small parts such as the SIM card or microSD card can
be dismantled and swallowed by small children.
Do not place the phone near electromagnetic data carriers
such as credit/Debit cards. Information stored on them could
be lost.
Permanent damage to hearing may occur if you use earphones
at high volume for prolonged periods. Set your volume to a safe
level. If you experience discomfort in your ears, reduce the
volume or discontinue the use of your earphones.
Manufacturers of medical devices recommend a minimum
distance of 15.3 cm (6 inches) between a wireless device and
an implanted medical device such as pacemaker or cardiverter
defibrillator to avoid issues arising out of radio frequency
interference.
The mains voltage (V) specified on the power supply unit must
not be exceeded to prevent damage to the charging device. The
power supply must be plugged into an easily accessible AC
power socket when charging the battery.
You may only open the phone to replace the battery (if not
inbuilt), SIM card and micro SD card. You must not open the
battery under any circumstances. All other changes to this
device are strictly prohibited and will invalidate the warranty.
The phone may cause interference in the vicinity of TV sets,
radios and PCs.
Only use Micromax specified batteries and charging devices.
The battery may cause damage, injury or burns if a conductive
material closes the circuit of the 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.
Do not use the phone while driving. When you have to use the
phone, please use the earpiece.
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 during 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.
The phone must be repaired by Micromax authorized
personnel only. Repairing this phone by yourself other than our
authorized service agents/centers 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.
eep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or
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moisture can rust the electronic circuits. If your device gets wet, remove
the battery, wipe it with a dry cloth and take it to an authorized service
center.
Do not store the device in high or cold temperature. Extr
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emperatures can shorten the life of electronic device
atteries.
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• Do not u
se or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts and
electronic components can get damaged.
attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this guide.
• Do not
• Do not
drop, knock, or shake the device. Rough handling can br
ternal circuit boards and fine mechanics.
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• 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.
ore your device near magnetic fields or allow your device to
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come in contact with magnetic fields for extended period of time.
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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.
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atteries have life cycles. After a full charge, if the power reserve of the
battery tend to deplete inordinately faster 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
oved accessories or supplies.
unappr
• Do not discar
battery according to your local environmental laws and guidelines.
d the battery with household trash. Please dispose of used
using
Recycle your 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 recycling of such hazardous waste.
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 visit to our web site: www.micromaxinfo.com/weee.php.
Note: Micromax will not bear any responsibility for any incompliance with
the above mentioned guidelines or improper usage of the mobile phone.
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all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written
permission of Micromax is strictly prohibited.