TCT Mobile 042 Users Manual

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6. Messages ..........................................................................32

6.1 Create an SMS ....................................................................32

6.2 Inbox/Outbox ......................................................................33

6.3 Archives ..............................................................................34

6.4 Predefined ..........................................................................34

6.5 Delete ................................................................................34

6.6 Settings ..............................................................................35

6.7 SMS CB ..............................................................................35

7. Sounds..............................................................................36

7.1 Mode..................................................................................36

7.2 Volume................................................................................36

7.3 Ringtone ..............................................................................36

7.4 Alerts ..................................................................................37

7.5 Key beep ............................................................................37

8. Display ............................................................................38

8.1 Wallpaper ..........................................................................38

8.2 ON/OFF screens..................................................................38

8.3 Colors ................................................................................38

8.4 Screensaver ........................................................................38

8.5 Contrast ..............................................................................38

9. Settings ............................................................................39

9.1 Clock ..................................................................................39

9.2 Languages ..........................................................................39

9.3 Security ..............................................................................39

9.4 Auto power..........................................................................40

9.5 Light alert ............................................................................40

9.6 Answer mode ......................................................................41

9.7 Factory reset ........................................................................41

9.8 Dictionary............................................................................41

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Table of contents....................

Safety and use..........................................................................4

General information..................................................................8

1. Your mobile ......................................................................10

1.1 Keys....................................................................................11

1.2 Main screen icons ................................................................13

2. Getting started ..................................................................14

2.1 Set-up..................................................................................14

2.2 Switching your telephone ON................................................17

2.3 Switching your telephone OFF ..............................................17

3. Calls..................................................................................18

3.1 Making a call ......................................................................18

3.2 Calling your voicemail ..........................................................19

3.3 Receiving a call....................................................................20

3.4 Available options during the call ............................................21

3.5 Call waiting ........................................................................22

3.6 Making a second call ..........................................................22

3.7 Conference call ....................................................................22

4. Menu ................................................................................23

4.1 Accessing the menu ..............................................................23

4.2 Organising functions ............................................................23

5. Directory ..........................................................................29

5.1 Directory menu ....................................................................29

5.2 Consulting your directory (“View”)..........................................30

5.2.1 Available options in the contacts list ............................30

5.2.2 Making the call ..........................................................30

5.2.3 Caller group ..............................................................31

5.2.4 Searching for a name by its first letter ..........................31

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Safety and Use ......................

We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your phone. The
manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of
improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained in this manual.

• TRAFFIC SAFETY:

Given that studies, which show that using a cellphone while driving a vehicle constitutes a
real risk, even when the hands-free kit is used (headset...), drivers are requested to refrain
from using their cellphone when the vehicle is not parked

When switched on, your cellphone emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere with the
vehicle’s electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags. To ensure that there is
no problem:

- do not place your phone on top of the dashboard or within an airbag deployment area.

- check with your dealer or car manufacturer to make sure that the car’s electronics devices
are well shielded.

• CONDITIONS OF USE:

Your are advised to switch off your cellphone from time to time to optmise performance.
Switch the phone off before boarding an aircraft to avoid prosecution.
Switch the phone off when you are in health care facilities, except in designated areas. As
with many other types of equipment now in regular use, cellphones can interfere with other
electrical or electronic devices, or equipment using radio frequency.
Switch the phone off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and
instructions posted in a fuel depot, gas station, or chemical plant, or in any potentially
explosive atmosphere.
When the phone is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any medical device
such as a pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump. When using the phone you should hold
it against the ear on the opposite side to the device, if any.
To avoid hearing impairment, pick up the call before holding your phone to your ear. Also
move the handset away from your ear while using the “hands-free” option because the
amplified volume might cause hearing damage.
Do not let small children use the phone without supervision.
When replacing the cover please note that your phone may contain substances that could
create an allergic reaction.
Always handle your phone with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.

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10. Call services......................................................................42

10.1 Voicemail ............................................................................42

10.2 Call memory ........................................................................42

10.3 Call settings ........................................................................43

10.4 Select network......................................................................45

10.5 Forward ..............................................................................46

10.6 Call barring ........................................................................47

11. Games ..............................................................................48

11.1 Russia ................................................................................48

11.2 Bricks ..................................................................................48

11.3 Available options..................................................................49

12. Tools ................................................................................50

12.1 Alarms ................................................................................50

12.2 Calculator............................................................................50

13. Characters table................................................................51

14. Telephone warranty ..........................................................53

15. Accessories........................................................................55

16. Troubleshooting ................................................................56

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This symbol on your telephone, the battery and the accessories means that these
products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:

- Municipal waste disposal centres with specific bins for these items of equipment

- Collection bins at points of sale.

They will then be recycled, preventing substances being disposed of in the environment, so
that their components can be reused.

In European Union countries:

These collection points are accessible free of charge. All products with this sign must be
brought to these collection points.

In non European Union countries:

Items of equipment with this symbol are not be thrown into ordinary bins if your country or
your region has suitable recycling and collection facilities; instead they are to be taken to
collection points for them to be recycled.

• BATTERY:

Before removing the battery from your phone, please make sure that the phone is switched
off.
Take precautions with the battery and do not attempt to open the battery (chemical
substances may cause burns).
Do not pierce, disassemble nor cause a short-circuit in a battery.
Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in household waste or store it at temperatures above
60 °C.
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental
legislation.
Batteries should not be used for any other purpose than the one intended. Never use
damaged batteries or not recommended by T&A Mobile Phones Limited and/or its affiliates.

• CHARGERS:

Mains powered chargers will operate within the temperature range: 0°C to 40°C.
The chargers designed for your cellphone meet with the standard for safety of information
technology equipment and office equipment use. They should be used for this purpose only.
Electrical characteristic of power supply (depending on the country):
110 V charger (used in Mexico):

Input: 100-127 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.30 A
Output: 4.5 V, 350 mA

220 V charger:

Input: 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.30 A
Output: 4.5 V, 350 mA

Battery: Lithium 650 mAh

• RADIO WAVES:

THIS MOBILE PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO
RADIO WAVES.

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Do not allow your phone to be exposed to unfavourable environmental conditions (moisture,
humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc). The manufacturer’s recommended
operating temperature range is -20°C to +55°C.Over 55°C the legibility of the phone’s
display may be impaired, though this is temporary and not serious.
Do not open or attempt to repair your cellphone yourself.
Do not drop, throw or try to bend your cellphone.
Do not paint it.
Use only Alcatel batteries, battery chargers, and accessories that are compatible with your
phone model (see page 55). T&A Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates disclaim any liability
for damage caused by the use of other batteries.
Your phone should not be disposed of in a municipal dump. Please check local regulations
for disposal of electronic products.
Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information
stored in your phone.
Some people may suffer epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flashing lights, or
when playing video games. These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never
had a previous seizure or blackout. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts, or if you
have a family history of such occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing videos
games on your phone or enabling a flashing-lights feature on your phone. Parents should
monitor their children’s use of video games or other features that incorporate flashing lights
on the phones. All persons should discontinue use and consult a doctor if any of the following
symptoms occur: convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary
movements, or disorientation. To limit the likelihood of such symptoms, please take the
following safety precautions:

- Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep.

- Take a minimum of a 15- minute break hourly.

- Play in a room in which all lights are on.

- Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen.
When you play games on your phone, you may experience occasional discomfort in your
hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow these instructions to avoid
problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal disorders:

- Take a minimum of a 15 minute-break every hour of game playing.

- If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest for several
hours before playing again.

- If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after playing, stop the game
and see a doctor.

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General information ..............

• Website: www.tcl-ta.com

• Wap address: wap.my-onetouch.com

• Hot Line Number: see the “T&A Mobile Phones Services” leaflet or go to

our Internet site.

On our Internet site, you will find our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section.
You can also contact us by e-mail to ask any questions you may have.

Your telephone is a transceiver that operates on GSM networks with 850 and
1900 MHz bands.

The marking indicates that your telephone complies with "1999/5/EC
(R&TTE)" directive and that the accessories concerned comply with current EC
directives. The entire copy of the Declaration of Conformity for your telephone
can be obtained through our website: www.tcl-ta.com.

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T9 Text Input is licensed under one or more of the
following: U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,187,480, 5,818,437,
5,945,928, 5,953,541, 6,011,554, 6,286,064,
6,307,548, 6,307,549, and 6,636,162, 6,646,573;
European Pat. Nos. 0 842 463 (96927260.8), 1 010
057 (98903671.0), 1 018 069 (98950708.2); and
additional patents are pending worldwide

Your cellphone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to
exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy. These limits are part
of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general
population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent
scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. These
guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons,
regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for cellphones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific
Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by public authorities such as the Federal
Communications Commission of the US Government (FCC), the Australian Communications
Authority (ACA) or by Industry Canada, is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1 gram of body tissue.
Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the phone transmitting
at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands.
Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of
the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the phone
is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach
the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the
power output of the phone. Before a phone model is available for sale to the public,
compliance with national regulations and standards must be shown.
The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested is: 1.05 W/kg for use at the ear
and 0.501 W/kg for use close to the body,
While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various
positions, they all meet the government requirement for RF exposure. For body-worn
operation, the phone meets FCC RF exposure guidelines provided that it is used with a non­metallic accessory with the handset at least 1.5 cm from the body. Use of other accessories
may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
The World Health Organization (WHO) considers that present scientific information does not
indicate the need for any special precautions for use of cellphones. If individuals are
concerned, they might choose to limit their own or their children's RF exposure by limiting
the length of calls, or using "hands-free" devices to keep cellphones away from the head and
body (fact sheet n°193). Additional WHO information about electromagnetic fields and
public health are available on the following website: http://www.who.int/peh-emf.
Your telephone is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you should avoid
touching it or degrading it.

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ELLE is a trademark, owned by Hachette Filipacchi
Presse S.A., Paris, France. Manufactured and
distributed by T&A Mobile Phones Limited under license
from Hachette Filipacchi Presse S.A., Paris, France.

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Your mobile ..................

Keys in idle mode

Navigation key:

: Messages

: Directory

End key:

Switch on/Switch off

End call

Return to the main screen

Send key:

Pick up / Send call

Call memory (short

keypress)

Voicemail

(long keypress)

Vibrator (long keypress)

Left softkey:

Access the menu

Confirm an option

Right softkey:

Mirror / Delete / Back /
Mute the ring tone

Protection against theft

(1)

Your telephone is identified by an IMEI (phone serial number) shown on the
packaging label and in the product’s memory. We recommend that you note
the number the first time you use your telephone by entering *, #, 0, 6, # and
keep it in a safe place. It may be requested by the police or your operator if
your telephone is stolen. This number allows your mobile telephone to be
blocked preventing a third person from using it, even with a different SIM card.

Disclaimer

There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the
phone’s operation, depending on the software release of your telephone or
specific operator services.

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(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

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Right softkey:
Return to the previous screen (short keypress)
If you press the “Mirror” softkey, the screen will switch off and a
mirror will appear. Pressing it again will bring the screen back.
Mute the ringtone of an incoming call
In edition mode :
Delete a character (short keypress)
Delete all characters (long keypress)

Consult your voicemail (long keypress)
Insert a smart punctuation (short keypress) in edition mode

Upper-lower case/automatic capitals/lower case/Predictive
mode/Normal mode in edition mode (short keypress)
Symbols bar (long keypress) in edition mode

Activate/Deactivate the vibrator (long keypress)
Validate the selected word (short keypress) in edition mode
Add a word (long keypress) in edition mode

Scroll next word in predictive mode (short keypress)

to Insert letters (short keypress) or digits (long keypress) in
edition mode

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1.1 Keys

Switch ON/OFF the phone (long keypress) from the main screen
Hang up
Reject an incoming call
Return to the main screen (long or short keypress)

Call / Pick up
Access the call memory (short keypress)

Access Messages (from the main screen)

Access Directory (from the main screen)

Scroll, adjust the volume during a call

Left softkey:
Options / Menu / Confirm
Display a message received

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Getting started ..............

2.1 Set-up

Inserting the SIM Card

(1)

You must insert your SIM card in order to use your phone. To insert your SIM
card, turn off your phone by holding down the key.

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Fit the SIM card with the chip facing
downwards. Slide the SIM card into its
compartment. Push the SIM card with your
finger to release it.

(1)

Check with your network operator to make sure that your SIM card is 3V
compatible. The old 5 Volts cards can no longer be used. Please contact
your operator.

Inserting and removing the battery

Align the tab on top of the battery with the slot in the battery compartment of

your phone. Press down the battery until the latch is securely in place.

1.2 Main screen icons

(1)

Battery charge level.

Vibrator mode: your phone vibrates (but the alarms and low battery

sound will be played anyway).

Silence mode: your phone neither rings, beeps nor vibrates (but the
alarms and low battery sound will be played anyway).

Unread message.

Message list is full: your terminal cannot accept any new

messages. You must access the message list and delete at least one
message on your SIM card (see page 34).

Missed call.

Voicemail message arrived.

Call forwarding activated: your calls are forwarded (see page

46).

Alarm programmed (see page 50).

Signal strength indicator.

National roaming.

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(1)

The icons and illustrations in this guide are provided for informational
purposes only.

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Remove the back cover Replace the back cover

Precautions during use

Your telephone is equipped with a
built-in antenna. For optimal
reception and operation, do not
touch the upper part of your
telephone.

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• An animation will be on while charging.

• It may take several minutes before the

charging starts.

• Do not force the plug into the socket.

• The battery icon will take several minutes

before the level is shown.

• Befor

e connecting to the charger, make

sure the battery is inserted correctly.

• The mains socket must be near to the phone

and easily accessible (avoid power
extension cables).

• Before using your phone for the first time,

fully charge your battery (approximately 3
hours). Only use Alcatel chargers. We
recommend charging the battery once a
day so that the phone operates at an
optimum level. You are advised to fully
charge the battery ( ).

Charging the battery

Connect the charger

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Calls ..........................

3.1 Making a call

Dial the desired number then press the key to place the call. To hang up,
press the key.

If you make a mistake, press the right softkey once to remove the last digit. Press
and hold the key to delete all the digits.

To enter “+” or “P” (pause), hold down the key.

Making an emergency call

In an emergency, dial 112 or any other number provided by your network
operator. Press the key.

Emergency calls can be performed at any time without your SIM card or PIN
code. Once the call has been made, the screen will display: “SOS”.

Making an international call

Hold down the key. When “+” is displayed, enter the country and area
codes, then complete the number and send the call.

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2.2 Switching your telephone ON

Hold down the key. A welcome animation is displayed for 2 seconds.
Type your PIN code if necessary, then confirm with the left softkey.

If you do not know your PIN code or if you have forgotten it, contact
your network operator. Do not leave your PIN code near your
telephone. It should be stored in a safe place when not needed.

2.3 Switching your telephone OFF

From the main screen, press the key (long keypress).

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3.3 Receiving a call

When you have an incoming call, your phone rings and/or vibrates depending
on the parameters chosen.

- To pick up a call, press the key

(1)

.

- To reject a call, press the key.

- To mute the ring, press the right softkey

(1)

.

The number of the calling party is displayed if transmitted by your
network and if the service is subscribed. However, if the number has
been stored in your directory, the caller’s name will be displayed.

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(1)

You can answer by opening the flip or end the call by closing the flip
provided that you have selected the option in the menu “Answer

mode” (see page 41).

Calling a number from the directory

Press the key to access the directory. Select the desired phone number and
press (see “Directory” on page 29).

Automatic redial

If this feature is activated, the person you are unable to reach will be called
back automatically.

3.2 Calling your voicemail

(1)

Your voicemail is provided by your network so that you do not miss any calls:
it works like an answering machine that you can consult at any time.

To access your voicemail from the main screen, make a long keypress on the

key.

If the access number for your operator’s voicemail service does not appear, dial
the number that you were given. To program or change this number at a later
date, refer to “Call services/Voicemail/Voicemail nber” (see page 42).

To use your voicemail service from abroad, contact your network
operator before leaving.

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(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

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3.5 Call waiting

(1)

If a second call comes in while you are on line, you will be notified by a tone
and the backlight. You can then accept the call by pressing the key. Your
first call will be automatically put on hold. You can then switch between your
two correspondents by pressing the “Options” softkey and by selecting the
“Switch” option in the menu.

3.6 Making a second call

To call a second party during a call, dial the number or select it from the
directory by accessing the menu, then press the key to send the call.

3.7 Conference call

(1)

Your phone allows you to talk to several people at the same time.

When on a double call, press the left softkey "Options" and select “Start
Conference”. If a third call comes in, answer it by pressing the key; to
add it in your conference select “Add conference” in the options, then
confirm by pressing the left softkey.

The “Remove” option allows you to disconnect a member from the
conference. If you select “Private call” you can have a private call with one
member only (other members are put on hold). You can end either the current
call: “End call”, or the calls put on hold: "End held call" or at the end of the
conference all the calls: "End all calls".

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(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

3.4 Available functions during the call

You can access the following options during a call by pressing the left softkey:

Hold/Retrieve • Hold the current call to take a second incoming

call.

Mute/Unmute • Activate/deactivate the microphone.

Directory • Access the directory.

Messages • Access the messages.

Switch • Switch from one call to another.

StartConference • Speak to several people at the same time.

End held call • End the call you have put on hold.

End all calls • End all the calls.

Private call • Private call with one member of the conference

only.

Remove • Remove a member from the conference.

Add conference • Add a member to the conference.

You can adjust the sound level during a call using the navigation
key.

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Directory:
Access/create directory files and make calls from your directory.

Messages:

Read, write and send your SMS. View your messages in your inbox,
outbox. Adjust the settings and activate/deactivate SMS CB message
reception.

Sounds:

Change the mode, volume, ringtones, alerts, ON/OFF sounds, key
beep.

Display:

Change the main screen wallpaper, colours, ON/OFF screens,
screensaver and contrast.

Settings:

Set the time, date, language, security mode, answer mode, etc

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Menu ............................

4.1 Accessing the menu

From the main screen, press the left softkey, the menu is displayed as a list with
small icons beside each function.

Select the item you require using the navigation keys ( , ), then press
again the left softkey to confirm.

4.2 Organising functions

For each of the listed functions, refer to the appropriate chapter in this User
Guide.

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• DIRECTORY

- View

- Create

• SIM directory

• Phone dir.

- Delete

• One by one

• Delete all

- Copy

• SIM to phone

• Phone to SIM

- Caller group

• Family

• Friends

• Lover

• Business

• Office

• Other

- Select dir.

• All entries

• SIM directory

• Phone Dir.

- Mem. status

- My number

• View

• Create

Call services:

Access functions such as: voicemail number, call memory, call
settings, network, forward and call barring.

Games:

Play the 2 games embedded in your telephone.

Tools:

Access the Alarm and Calculator functions.

Service:

Access the Operator services

(1)

.

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(1)

Depending on your operator’s network.

• MESSAGES

- Create

- Inbox

- Outbox

• Sent

• Unsent

- Archives

• Inbox

• Sent

• Unsent

- Predefined

- Delete

• Inbox

• Sent

• Unsent

• Archives

• All

- Settings

• SceCentre

• Email ctre

• Validity

• Deliv. report

- SMS CB

• Activate

• Read

• NewCBcod.

•List

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• SETTINGS

- Clock

• Time/Date

• Time format

• Date format

• Display

- Languages

- Dictionary

- Security

• PIN 1 Code

• Phone code

• Change PIN 2

• FDN

- Auto power

- Light Alert

- Answer mode

• KeypadAnswer

- Send key

- Auto>Headset

(1)

- Any key

• Flip answer

- FactoryReset

• CALL SERVICES

- Voicemail

- Call memory

• Missed calls

• Incomg. calls

• Outgoing calls

• GAMES

- Russia

- Bricks

• TOOLS

- Alarms

- Calculator

• SERVICE

(1)

If the headset is plugged in.

• SOUNDS

- Mode

• Ringtone

• Vibrator

• Vibrator+ring

• Vibr.then ring

• Vib.Beep.Ring

• Silence

- Volume

- Ringtone

- SMS alert

- “On” sound

- “Off” sound

- Alarm sound

- Key beep

• DISPLAY

- Wallpaper

- Colors

- ON screen

- OFF screen

- Screensaver

- Contrast

- Call settings

• Minute alert

• Call waiting

• Auto redial

• Billing

- Calls duration

- Calls costs

• Hide my ID

- Network

• Automatic

• Manual

• Preferred list

- Forward

• Unconditional

• Conditional

• If busy

• If no reply

• If unreachable

• Status

• Cancel all

- Call barring

• Outgoing calls

• International

• Int. but home

• Incomg. calls

• If abroad

• Status

• Cancel all

• Change pswd

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5.2 Consulting your directory (“View”)

From the main screen, select “Directory” then “View” to access the list of
your contacts. The names are sorted in alphabetical order.

5.2.1 Available options in the contacts list

Once you have selected a name, press the left softkey to access the following
options:

Call number • Call the number you have selected.

Send message • Create a message to send to the selected contact.

Details • Display the name and phone number.

Modify • Modify the data of the selected contact.

Delete • Delete the selected contact.

Copy • Copy the file to the phone or SIM directory.

Caller group • Add the selected contact to a particular group

(family, friends, office, ...).

Search by nber • Search by entering a particular phone number.

5.2.2 Making the call

Press the key when the name is selected to make a call or select “Call
number” in the options menu.

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Directory....................

The directory allows you to store phone numbers and names (or files) either in
the SIM memory and/or the phone memory. You may store up to 250 entries
in the phone memory.

5.1 Directory menu

View • Access the list of contacts (alphabetic order).

Create • Enter number and name of a new contact.

Delete • Delete the selected contact.

Copy • Copy the selected contact from the Sim memory to

the phone memory and vice versa.

Caller group • Group together names by category.

Select dir. • Select the SIM directory, Phone directory or both at

the same time.

Mem. status • Check the number of contacts and the memory

space left.

My number • Enter your own phone numbers for future reference.

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Messages ..................

From your telephone, you can read, write, send and receive SMS messages
and share them with other mobiles.

To access the messages from the main screen, press the top of the key or
press the left softkey and select the (“Messages”) icon.

6.1 Create an SMS

In the “Messages” menu, select “Create” and enter your message. Press the
left softkey to access the following list:

Send • Send the message to a recipient.

Send to many • Send the message to a group of people you have

defined.

Send to email

(1)

• Send a message to an email address.

Save • Save the message in the unsent box and send it

later.

Predefined • Use or modify an existing message.

Discard • Discard the message.

Predictive (T9) • Select this mode to enter the words more quickly.

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(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

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5.2.3 Caller group

You can group together names by category (family, lover, friends, office,
business, other) and select a special ringtone. For each group, you can select
the following options:

Modify • Change the name of the group.

Ringtone • Set a special ringtone for that group.

SMS alert • Set a special SMS tone for that group.

Members • View the members in that group.

Add member • Add a new group member.

Delete all • Delete all the members in this group.

5.2.4 Searching for a name by its first letter

You can search for the person’s name by pressing the key associated with the
first letter of his/her name. For instance, if you press twice, names starting
with “B” will be displayed.

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Reply • Reply to the sender of the message by SMS.

Delete • Delete the message.

Forward msg • Forward the message received to other people.

Archives • Archive your messages in the telephone memory.

Modify • Modify the message selected then send or save it.

Extract nber • Save or use the number contained in the message.

Call number • Call back the sender of the message.

6.3 Archives

This feature contains inbox, sent and unsent messages stored in the telephone
memory to save memory space in the SIM card. The options are approximately
the same as inbox/outbox folder.

6.4 Predefined

A list of predefined messages are available. Select one, edit it if required, and
then send it.

6.5 Delete

Delete either all the Inbox, or all Sent, or all Unsent or all Archives, or all
messages at once.

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Symbols • Add symbols.

123 • Switch to numeric mode.

T9 help • Help menu for the predictive mode.

Languages • List of languages.

My words • Add a word to your dictionnary.

Next word On/Off • If activated, the system displays the next most

appropriate word in your sentence.

Word compl. • If activated, the system will complete the word
On/Off automatically; if deactivated, you will have to enter

all the letters of the word but just one key press per
letter.

6.2 Inbox/Outbox

In the Inbox, read and unread messages are shown with different icons.

The Outbox includes sent and unsent messages.

Select the message you want to read and then press the left softkey to accesss
the following options:

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Sounds

(1)

..................

From the main screen, press the left softkey to access the menu then select the

icon and select one of the following options in order to customise your

telephone.

7.1 Mode

Ringtone • Only the tone is played.

Vibrator • Only vibrator is set (but the alarms and low battery

sound will be played anyway).

Vibrator+ring • Vibrator and tone at the same time.

Vibr.then ring • Vibrator then tone.

Vibr.Beep.Ring • Vibrator then warning beep, then tone.

Silence • No sound nor beep (but the alarms and low

battery sound will be played anyway).

7.2 Volume

The volume can be adjusted to one of the levels proposed.

7.3 Ringtone

Select a melody to assign to an incoming call.

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6.6 Settings

You can change the message settings:

SceCentre • The phone number of your operator’s service

centre (it may be provided automatically).

Email ctre

(1)

• The number of the server for sending emails.

Validity • Set the time period during which attempts to send

the message to the recipient will be repeated in
case of failure.

Deliv. report • Request for acknowledgement of receipt for each

message sent.

6.7 SMS CB

(1)

These are messages broadcast over the network (weather, traffic, etc..). You
can decide to receive them or not. Press the left softkey to access the following
options:

Activate • Activate/deactivate the reception of broadcast

messages.

Read • View the received channel messages.

NewCBcod. • Add a new channel ID obtained from your service

provider.

List • List of the available channels (you can modify or

delete one of them).

(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

(1)

When the flip is closed, only the lightbar will show new SMS, incoming
calls, network status, and alarms.

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Display ......................

8.1 Wallpaper

: Select the image you wish to be displayed as the idle screen.

8.2 ON/OFF screens

Select the desired animation as welcome or goodbye screen.

8.3 Colors

Choose different colors for the presentation of the screen.

8.4 Screensaver

Activate or deactivate this mode to save the battery. The screen will be dark,
sharing only time/network/battery information.

8.5 Contrast

Set the contrast of your telephone by choosing one of the 5 levels proposed.

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7.4 Alerts

SMS alert, ON/OFF sound, Alarm sound: for these sound alerts, you

can select a melody to be assign to.

7.5 Key beep

Activate/deactivate the beep played with each keypress.

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Phone code:

A telephone protection code will be requested each time the phone is switched
on if this code is activated.

FDN:

This feature allows you to restrict the outgoing calls to a limited set of people.
You must enter your PIN2 code first.

9.4 Auto power

This function enables the automatic switch ON/OFF if you have preset a time.

9.5 Light alert

If this function is activated, a specific led is displayed on the flip for the
following events: message reception, incoming call, network, alarm.

The option “Deactivate” will deactivate all leds.

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Settings......................

9.1 Clock

Set time and date, time format, date format, display (show or hide the clock).

9.2 Languages

This feature allows to choose the language in which the messages will be
displayed. You may, however, choose another language if available.

9.3 Security

This function allows you to prevent unauthorised use of your telephone. Select
this function to access the following options:

PIN codes:

Activate/deactivate/change the PIN 1 code (Personal Identification Number).
PIN1 code will be requested each time you switch on your telephone.

The PIN2 code allows you to activate or deactivate certain functions, such as
Billing etc..

If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times in a row, your SIM card
will be blocked. You will then have to enter a PUK (PIN Unblocking
Key) code, which you can obtain from your network operator.

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Call services ..............

10.1 Voicemail

Call or modify the number of your voicemail. If no voicemail number is set,
contact your operator to obtain this number.

10.2 Call memory

From the main screen, press the key and your phone displays a call list.
Each call is displayed with an icon indicating the type of the call (Missed calls,
Incomg. calls, Outgoing calls).

Select a telephone number in the list and press the key to redial it or
press the left softkey to access the following options:

Details • Display the information of the call selected.

Save number • Store the number in your directory.

Send message • Create an SMS.

Call number • Call the selected number.

Modify • Modify the number, then call it or save it.

Delete • Delete the number selected.

Delete all • Delete the entire list.

9.6 Answer mode

Keypad answer

- Send key: answer the incoming call by pressing the key.

- Auto>headset: when the headset is plugged in, calls will be answered

directly. If the option is selected and the headset is not plugged in, you will
have to answer by pressing the key.

- Any key: answer the call by pressing any key.

Flip answer

Answer by opening the flip.

9.7 Factory reset

Reset the default factory settings.

9.8 Dictionary

Create, modify, or delete a word in your personal dictionary. When creating a
SMS, the words of this dictionary are automatically called if you choose the
Predictive Mode (T9).

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Calls cost

(1)

- Remain. credit • Display the remaining credit.

- Unit cost • Enter the currency and Telecom unit.

- Max. credit • Set a maximum credit beyond which all charged
calls will be barred.

- Last call cost • Cost of the last call made.

- Total cost • Cost of the last calls made.

- Reset • Reset the cost counter (first enter PIN2).

Hide my ID

(1)

If you choose "Activate", you will hide your identity (or your telephone
number) from the person you are calling.

(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

10.3 Call settings

Minute alert

Activate/cancel the sounding of a beep during a call.

Call waiting

(1)

Activate/cancel/check the tone that notifies a second incoming call.

Auto redial

(1)

This option enables automatic callback of the last dialed busy number, if it is
activated.

Billing

Calls duration

- Last call • Last call duration.

- Incomg. calls • Total incoming calls duration.

- Outgoing calls • Total outgoing calls duration.

- Total calls • Total incoming and outgoing calls duration.

- Reset • Reset respectively the call timer for last call,
incoming or outgoing calls or total calls.

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(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

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10.5 Call forward (“Forward”)

This function enables you to activate/cancel or check the call forwarding of the
incoming calls of voice/fax/data calls to the voicemail or any specified number
(enter the number or select the name and confirm with the left softkey). The
following options are available:

Unconditional • Systematic forwarding of all your calls. The icon

is displayed on the idle screen.

Conditional • If your line is busy, if you don't answer or if you are

outside the network range.

If busy • Only if your line is busy.

If no reply • Only if you do not answer.

If unreachable • Only if you are outside the range of the network.

Status • See the current setting.

Cancel all • All call forwarding is cancelled.

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10.4 Select network

Automatic

The phone automatically selects one of the networks available in the area.

Manual

Select a network that has a roaming agreement with your home network
operator.

Preferred list

Create a list of networks to which you wish to be connected as a priority. A list
will be displayed.

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Games......................

11.1 Russia

The aim of this game is to make as many complete lines of bricks as possible.

Key functions:

rotate the brick

move left

move right

drop the brick

toggle the upgrade level flag; if the flag is on, the game level
will move up when your score increases 300. The level
impacts the speed of the bricks: the higher the level, the higher
the speed.

right softkey pause and context menu

11.2 Bricks

The aim of this game is to break as many bricks as possible with a bat and ball.

If you miss a ball, you lose a life : you have 3 lives per game by default.

There are different types of bonus depending on the position in which the ball
hits the bricks.

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10.6 Call barring

(1)

Outgoing calls • All outgoing calls are barred.

International • Outgoing international calls are barred.

Int. but home • Outgoing international calls except those to your

country of subscription are barred.

Incoming • All incoming calls are barred.

If abroad • Incoming calls are barred when you are abroad.

Status • See the actual setting.

Cancel all • Cancel all call barring.

Change pswd • Change the password.

(1)

Contact your network operator to check service availability.

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Tools..........................

12.1 Alarms

Your telephone has an alarm facility. When the alarm rings, you can either
snooze the alarm by pressing the left softkey “Snooze”. The alarm will ring
again after 5 minutes. To stop it permanently, press the right softkey “Cancel”.

When the phone is switched off, the alarm will still ring. Press any key to mute
the alarm.

12.2 Calculator

Enter a number and select the type of operation to be performed using the
navigation key. Confirm with the left softkey.

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Key functions:

move left, shoot first ball

move right, shoot first ball

shoot the ball

right softkey pause and context menu

11.3 Available options

Press the right softkey to pause the game and access the following menu:

New game • Play a new game.

Resume game • Continue the game.

Options • Access the level and mode options.

Top score • Access your best scores.

Help • Access the help menu.

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The predictive mode allows you to type your messages more quickly without the
need to press the same key several times.

Simply press once the key corresponding to the letter you need, and the phone
will suggest the most common words from the dictionary.

The word may change as you type - don't worry about what's on the screen
until after you finish the word. Confirm the suggested word by pressing the

key.

If the finished word is wrong, use the key to cycle through other words in
the dictionary. If your word is missing, add it using the normal mode (ABC).

Symbols bar

Hold down the key to display the symbols bar.

Press the key to go left,

Press the key to go right.

Press the left softkey to confirm and insert the symbol.

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Character table..............

To enter a word in normal mode, press the key corresponding to the desired
letter several times until the letter appears.

Key Upper case Lower case

Short keypress : select next word in the dictionary (predictive mode);

Long keypress: Input the digit "0".

Short keypress: Switch between normal mode (ABC) ( > > )

to T9-predictive mode ( > > )

Long keypress: Display the symbols table

Short keypress: Validate the focused word and/or insert a space

Long keypress: Add a word

This table is given for information purposes only. It may vary depending on the
language and the model.

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5) connecting or integrating the phone into equipment not supplied or not recommended by
T&A Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates, without their express written consent for such,,

6) any servicing, modification or repair performed by individuals not authorised by T&A
Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates, the vendor or the approved maintenance centre,

7) use of the equipment for a purpose other than that for which it was designed,

8) normal wear,

9) malfunctions caused by external causes (e.g., radio interference from other equipment,
power or telephone line voltage fluctuations),

10)modifications made to the equipment even if required by changes in regulations and/or
modification of network parameters,

11)faulty connections resulting from unsatisfactory radio transmission or caused by the
absence of radio relay coverage.

In accordance with the applicable law, T&A Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates guarantee
your product against hidden defects (defects inherent in the design, manufacture, etc.).
The above provisions constitute the only claims enforceable against the manufacturer and
vendor in the event of defects in the phone or accessory.
There are no express warranties, whether written or oral, other than this printed limited
warranty. All implied warranties, including without limitation the implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this limited
warranty. In no event shall T&A Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates be liable for incidental
or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever, including but not limited to loss of
profits, commercial loss, to the full extent those damages can be disclaimed by law. Some
countries/states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so the preceding limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.

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Telephone warranty ......

Congratulations on choosing this mobile phone - we hope that you will be completely
satisfied with it.
Your phone is guaranteed against any deviation from technical specifications for a period of
twelve (12) months from the date specified on your original invoice

(1)

.
The warranty terms defined in the manual also apply to the battery and accessories but for
a period of six (6) months

(2)

from the date of purchase shown on your original invoice.
Under the terms of this warranty, you must inform your vendor (or any maintenance centre
approved by T&A Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates, which are listed on our website
www.tcl-ta.com) without delay, of any defect and present the invoice given to you at the time
of purchase. The vendor or maintenance centre will decide whether to replace or repair, as
appropriate, all or any part of the telephone or accessory found to be defective; this
warranty covers the cost of parts and labour but excludes any other costs. Repair or
replacement may be carried out using reconditioned components offering equivalent
functionality.
Servicing under the terms of this warranty, especially repair, modification or replacement of
products, shall entitle to a THREE (3) month warranty unless there are statutory provisions to
the contrary.
This warranty shall not apply to damage or defects to your telephone and/or accessory
caused by:

1) failure to follow the instructions for use or installation,

2) failure to comply with technical and safety standards applicable in the geographical

area where the equipment is used,

3) improper maintenance of batteries and other sources of energy, and of the overall

electric installation,

4) accidents or consequences of theft of the vehicle in which the telephone is transported,

acts of vandalism, lightning, fire, humidity, infiltration of liquids, inclement weather,

(1)

The warranty period may vary if overriding statutory provisions are
applicable in your country.

(2)

The life of a rechargeable Alcatel telephone battery in terms of
conversation time, standby time, and total service life, will depend on the
conditions of use and network configuration. Batteries being considered
expendable supplies, the specifications state that you should obtain
optimal performance for your Alcatel phone during the first six months after
purchase and for approximately 200 more recharges.

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Troubleshooting ............

Before contacting the aftersales department, you are advised to follow the
instructions below:

• You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to optimise its

performance.

• You are advised to fully charge the battery ( ) for optimal operation.

• Avoid storing large amounts of data in your telephone as this may affect the

performance of your telephone.

and carry out the following checks:

My mobile phone does not switch on

• Press until the screen comes on

• Check the battery charge level

• Check the battery contacts, remove and reinstall your battery, then turn your

telephone back on

My phone does not respond since several minutes

• Press the key

• Remove the battery and re-insert it, then switch the phone back on

My screen is difficult to read

• Clean your screen

• Use your mobile phone in accordance with the recommended conditions of

use

My mobile phone turns off by itself

• Check the battery charge level

• Check that the function "Auto OFF" is not activated (see page 40).

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Accessories ....................

Only use your telephone with Alcatel batteries, chargers and
accessories compatible with your model.

Battery

BB 10144

Charger

C55

Headset

M13

Cigar lighter charger

C56

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Unable to receive incoming calls

• Make sure your mobile phone is switched on and connected to a network

(check for overloaded or unavailable network)

• Check your subscription with your operator (credit, SIM card valid, etc.)

• Make sure you have not forwarded incoming calls (see page 46)

• Make sure that you have not barred certain calls

The caller’s name does not appear when a call is received

• Check that you have subscribed to this service with your operator

• Your caller has concealed his/her number

The sound quality of the calls is not optimal

• You can adjust the volume during a call by means of the key

• Check the radio reception icon

I am unable to use the features described in the manual

• Check with your operator to make sure that your subscription includes this

service

• Check to be sure this feature does not require an Alcatel accessory.

When I select a number from my directory, the number is not
dialled

• Make sure that you have correctly recorded the number in your file

• Make sure that you have selected the country prefix when calling a foreign

country

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My mobile phone does not charge properly

• Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; the battery charge

indicator can take several minutes and may be accompanied by a quiet
hissing sound.

• Make sure charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C +40°C)

• Make sure your battery is inserted. It must be inserted befor

e plugging in the

charger

• Make sure you are using an Alcatel battery and charger

• When abroad, check that the electrical current is compatible

My mobile phone does not connect to a network

• Try connecting in another location

• Verify the network coverage with your operator

• Check with your operator that your SIM card is valid

• Try selecting the available network(s) manually (see page 45)

• Try connecting at a later time if the network is overloaded

SIM card error

• Make sure the SIM card was correctly inserted (see page 14)

• Verify with your operator that your SIM card is 3V compatible; the old 5V SIM

cards cannot be used

• Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched

Unable to make outgoing calls

• Make sure you have dialled a valid number and pressed the key

• For international calls, make sure you have entered the country and area

codes

• Make sure your mobile phone is connected to a network, and that the network

is not overloaded or unavailable

• Check your subscription with your operator (credit, SIM card valid, etc.)

• Make sure you have not barred outgoing calls (see page 47)

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I am unable to create a file in my directory

• Make sure that your directory is not full; delete some files or save the files in

the product directory

My callers are unable to leave messages on my voicemail

• Contact your network operator to check service availability

I can’t access my voicemail

• Make sure your operator’s voicemail number is correctly entered in “Call

Services/Voicemail”

• Try later if the network is busy

I am unable to send and receive messages

• Check your phone memory as it might be full, if necessary, delete some

messages (see page 34)

• Contact your network operator to check service availability, see the messages

settings (see page 35)

• Verify the server centre number with your operator

• The server centre may be saturated; try again later

The << - >> icon is displayed

• You are outside the network coverage area

I have already entered 3 incorrect PIN codes

• Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK code (Personal Unblocking

Key)

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Alcatel logo and Alcatel name are trademarks of Alcatel

used under license by T&A Mobile Phones Limited.

All rights reserved © Copyright 2006

T&A Mobile Phones Limited.

T&A Mobile Phones Limited reserves the right,

in the customer’s interest, to alter material or

technical specification without prior notice.

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