TCT Mobile 426 User Manual

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Table of Contents

1. Your device ....................................................................................................................................... 2

1.1 Appearance ...................................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Home screen .................................................................................................................................... 3

1.3 Apps and widgets........................................................................................................................... 5

1.4 Basic Operation .............................................................................................................................. 6

2. Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 9

2.1 Device ................................................................................................................................................ 9

2.2 Personal .......................................................................................................................................... 10

2.3 System ............................................................................................................................................. 10

SAFETY INFORMATION .................................................................................................................... 11

PROTECT YOUR HEARING

This d evi c e m ee t s app li c ab l e n at i on al S AR l im it s of 1.6 W/ kg . Th e s pec if i c max im um
SAR values can be found on pag e 17 of th is user gu i de. When carr yi ng the de vi ce or
using it while worn on your body, either use an approved accessory such as a holster or
otherwise main tai n a di st anc e of 0 cm f rom th e b od y t o en su re com pl ian ce wit h R F
exposure r eq u i remen ts. Note that the product m a y be tr ansmi t ting e ven i f you are not
using it.

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.
Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use.

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1. Your device

1.1 Appearance

a. Earphone interface
b. Power key
c. Volume Up/Down
d. Front camera
e. Micro USB connector/
Battery charge interface
f. SD card slot
g. Microphone
h. Built‐in speaker

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Note:
Please charge before first use. Normally, a long press on the Power key will power the pad on and the
Home Screen will appear, but a battery icon will be shown instead of the Home Screen if the pad is low
on p ower, indicating that you s hould c harg e it before u se. U s e onl y a char ger recommend ed by TCT
Mobile Limited and its affiliates.

1.2 Home screen

Your device includes a five page Home screen giving you more space to add your favorite apps, folders
and wi d gets f or one-touch acce ss. To switch between screens, slide your finger left or right.

● Lock/Unlock your screen

Once your device is powered on it shows a locked screen interface, which is set as default.
Touch the locked icon, and a circle will appear around it.

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Touc h an d h old th e loc k ed ic on , d rag i t t o th e l oc k ic on at t he r ig ht of the c ir cl e, an d t he Home

Icon

Name

Description

Use Voice Actions to watch a video, send emails, set an alarm,

screen is then unlocked.

● Icons on your screen

Google search Touch to access the Google search engine.
Voice actions
All apps Touch to show an interface with a list of all applications.

Back Go back to the previous menu or screen.
Home Return to the Home screen.
Background program Press to view the background program list.

Wi-Fi Press to view Wi-Fi connection details.

get directions, etc.

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On the lower right of the screen, there is a notification bar . A hidden menu will pop up
when you press the bar, which includes time, date, network connection and battery information, etc. For

further operations, you can press the

1.3 Apps and widgets

● Apps
The Applications (apps) list c ont ains all pre-embedded and newly installed apps. T o access the apps

list, touch the All apps key

● Widgets
Touch the Widgets tab at the top of the All apps screen, or slide the All apps screen left, to switch to the
widgets interface.

● Get more apps
Touch the Google Play Store ic on

● Create and manage shortcuts on the desktop
Touch and hold an icon on the All apps or widgets interface to make it jump automatically to the Home
screen, then drag it to the place you want. Overlapped icons will create a single folder. You can name
the folder by touching the tab under the icons.

setting.

from the Home screen.

to get more apps.

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● Remove apps icons from the desktop
Touch and hold the icon you want to delete from the desktop, then drag it over the "

in the top-middle of the screen.

● Uninstall apps
Press

which appears in the top-left of the desktop.

1.4 Basic Operation

● Power on your device
Long press the Power key until the pad p o wers on. It will take a few s e conds before the sc reen lig hts
up.

● Power off your device

1. Long press the Power key for about 3 seconds until the options appear, select OK to power off your
device.

2. Long press the Power key for about 10 seconds to shut down your device.

● Stand-by mode
Press the Power key once to shut down the screen but keep the product in stand-by mode.
Note: without use, the product will en t er s t an d-b y m o d e au t om a ti c al l y. P res s the Power key once to
wake it up.

to enter All apps, then touch and hold the app icon you want to uninstall, drag it over the ,

" which appears

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● Reset your device
If your device is not func tioning: Long pr ess the Pow er key for about 10 seconds to shut d own your
device. Press the Power key to restart.

● Connect to a computer via USB
When connecting your device to a computer by USB, select Settings\Storage\

\ ,

Turn on USB sto rage. You can now transfer files between your device and the computer.
Not e: f i l es c opi ed t o the p ad ar e n ot av ai l ab l e un t il the USB data cabl e i s di s c onnect ed fr om t h e PC
completely.

● Change your wallpaper
You can change your wallpaper in two dif f erent ways: touch & hold any sp ace on t h e Hom e s c r e en,
select a wal l paper sou r ce f rom G al lery, Li v e Wall p apers or Wallp apers, touch a p ictu re, s elect OK at

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the top of th e s c r een (for G al l er y im ag es) or S et w all pap er; al t er n ati v el y g o t o Settings > DEVICE >
Display > Wallpaper.

● Wi-Fi
To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a wireless network:

• Touch the Application tab from the Home screen.

• Select Settings\Wireless & networks\Wi-Fi.

• Mark/Unmark the checkbox to turn on/off Wi-Fi.

• Touch Wi-Fi. Details of any detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed in the Wi-Fi networks section.

• Touch a Wi-Fi network to connect. If the network you selected is secured, you are required to enter a

pass word or ot her c reden tials (you m ay need to con tact t he net work operat or for deta ils). When
finished, touch Connect.
Tips: to extend battery life, turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it.

● Zoom in/out
Draw your fingers together/apart to zoom in/out (Web browser, Gallery etc...).

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2. Settings

2.1 Device

2.1.1 Sound
You c an s et t he V olu me, T ouch sounds and Screen lock sound to your preference with the Volume
up/down key, or by touching Settings\DEVICE\Sound.

2.1.2 Display
Touching Settings> DEVICE >Display will show the following options:
Brightness: adjust your screen to a comfortable brightness.
Wallpaper: set your wallpaper.
Sleep: set the Screensaver time.
Font size: select a suitable font size for your tablet.

2.1.3 Storage
Touching Settings> DEVICE >Storage will show the current status of memory use.

2.1.4 Battery
Touching Settings> DEVICE >battery will show the current battery power and its service status.

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2.2 Personal

Language & input
Touching Settings>PERSONAL>Language & input en ab les you t o vi ew or set the s ystem language
and input methods.
Language: set the system language
Keyboard & input methods: check and select all the input methods installed in the pad.

2.3 System

2.3.1 Date & time
Touching Settings>SYSTEM>Date & time enables you to set the date, time an d format.

2.3.2 About tablet
Touching Settings>SYSTEM>About tabl et ena bl es you t o chec k l ega l i nf orm ati on, t abl et s t atu s and
sof tware v ersi on , etc.

2.3.3 Backup & reset
You can back up settings and other data associated with one or more of your Google Accounts. If you
need to r ep l ace or fac tor y res et you r d ev ic e, you c an r est or e y our dat a for an y ac c ount s th at w er e
previously backed up.

Touch Settings\PERSONAL\Backup & reset

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SAFETY INFORMATION We r ecommend t hat you read this c hapter c arefull y befor e using your de vice. T he manuf acturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained herein.

● TRAFFIC SAFETY
Given that studies show that using a device while driving a vehicle constitutes a real risk, even when a
hands-free kit is used (car kit, headset...), drivers are requested to refrain from using their device when
the vehicle is not parked.
When driving, do not use your d evice or headphones to listen to mu sic or to th e radi o. Usin g a
headphone can be dangerous and forbidden in some areas. W hen switched on, your device emits
elec tromag n et ic w a ves t hat c an i nterf er e w it h t h e veh ic l e’ s electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock
brakes or airbags. To ensure that there is no problem:

- Do not place your device on top of the dashboard or within an airbag deployment area,

- C hec k wit h y our c ar deal er or the car m anu f ac t ur er t o m ak e s ur e t h at th e dash b oar d is ad eq u at e l y
shielded from device RF energy.

● CONDITI ONS OF USE
You are advised to switch off the device from time to time to optimize its performance.
Switch the device off before boarding an aircraft.
Switch the device off when you are in he al thc are facili ties , exce p t in d esignated areas . As wi t h many
other typ es of eq uipm ent now in reg ular use, t hese d evic es can i nter fere w ith ot her el ectr ical or
electronic devices, or equipment using radio frequencies.

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Switch the device off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and
ins tru cti ons p osted in a f uel d epot , p etr ol st ati on, or c hemi cal pl ant, or i n an y pot ent ial ly expl osi ve
atmosphere.
When the device 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, etc. I n particul ar when using the d evice, you should h old it
against the ear on the opposite side to the device, if any.
To avoid hearing impairment, move the handset away from your ear while using the “hands-free” mode
because the amplified volume might cause hearing damage.
Do not let children use the device and/or play with the device and accessories without supervision.
When replacing the cover please note that your device may contain substances that c oul d c r e at e an
allergic reaction.
Always handle your device with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
Do not all ow you r de vic e to be e xpos ed t o adv ers e weat her or en viron ment al cond iti ons ( mois tur e,
humidity, rain, infiltr ation of liquids , d us t, s ea ai r, et c. ). T he man uf act ur er’ s r ec omm end ed oper at in g
temperature range is -0°C to +45°C.
At over 45°C the legibilit y of t he device’s dis play may be imp aired, th ough this is temporary and not
serious.
Do not open, dismantle or attempt to repair your device yourself.
Do not drop, throw or bend your device.
Do not use the device if the glass made screen is damaged, cracked or broken to avoid any injury.
Do not paint it.
Us e onl y b att er y ch arg ers an d ac c ess ori es w hic h are r ec omm end ed by T CT Mob ile L imited and its
affiliates and are compatible with your device model. TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates disclaim any
liability for damage caused by the use of other chargers or accessories.

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Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information stored in your
device.
Some p eop le ma y suf fer epi lept ic s eizur es or b lack outs when expos ed to f las hing light s, or when
playing video games. These seizures or black outs may occur even if a person never had a previous
seiz ure or b l ac k ou t. I f yo u h a ve ex p er i enc ed s ei zu r es or b l ac k out s , or i f you h av e a f am il y hi s tory of
such occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing video games on your device or enabling a
flashing-lights feature on your device.
Par en ts s h ou l d moni tor their chil dren’s use of video games or ot her f e atur es that inc orporate flash ing
ligh ts on t he d ev ic e. A ll p ers ons s houl d d is con tin u e us e and con su lt a d oct or if any of t he f oll ow ing
symp t oms oc c u r : c onv ul s ion , ey e or m us c l e tw it c hi ng , los s of aw ar eness , in vol un t ary mo ve m ent s , 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.

- If your hand s, wris ts , or ar ms b ecome t ired or s ore w hil e pla ying , st op an d res t for sev eral hour s
before playing again.

- If y ou cont i nue t o have sor e hands, wrists, or arms during or after playing, s t op the game and see a
doctor.
When you play games on your device, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms,
shou lders, neck, or oth er part s of you r body. Follo w the in struc tions t o avoid problems such as
tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal disorders.

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● PRIVACY
Please note that you mus t respect the laws and regulati ons in force in your jurisdic tion or other
jurisdiction(s) where you will use your device phone regarding taking photographs and recording
sounds with your device. Pursuant to suc h laws and regulations, it may be strictly forbidd en to take
phot ographs and/or to rec ord the voic es of oth er peopl e or any of thei r personal attribu tes, an d
duplicate or distribute them, as this may be considered to be an invasion of privacy. It is the user's sole
responsi b i lit y to ensure that p rior au thorizat ion b e ob tained, i f necess ary, in order to record pr ivat e or
conf ident ial c onv ersati ons or tak e a ph otogr aph of anoth er p erson; th e manuf actu rer, the s eller or
vendor of your device (including the operator) disclaim any liability which may result from the improper
use of the device.

● BATTERY
There is an inner battery in this device. Observe the following precautions for battery use:

- Please do not attempt to open the cover and pick up the battery.
This battery must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environment regulations.

They will then be recycled, pr eventing s ubs tances being dis pos ed of in t he environment, so that their
components can be reused.

This s ym bo l on you r d e vi c e, t h e b at t er y an d t h e ac c es s or ies m e ans t h at t h es e products
must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:

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

- Collection bins at points of sale.

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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 jurisdictions:

Items of equipment with this symbol are not t o b e thr own int o ordinar y bins if your juris dic tion or your
region has suitable recycling and collection facilities; instead they are to be taken to collection points for
them to be recycled.

● CHARGERS
Mains powered chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C to 40°C.
The c har gers desi gned for your devi ce m eet with t he s tan dar d for safet y of inf orm ati on tec hno log y
equipment and office equipment use. They are also compliant to the eco design directive 2009/125/EC.
Due to different applicable electrical specifications, a charger you purchased in one jurisdiction may not
work in another jurisdiction. They should be used for this purpose only.

● FCC REGULATIONS
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmf ul interferenc e, and (2) this devic e must accept any int erference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: The manufacturer is n ot responsible for any r adio or T V interf er ence caused by unauthorized
modifications or changes t o this equipment. Such modificati ons or changes could void the us er’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

Maximum SAR for this model and conditions under which it was recorded:

Wi-Fi version (Body-worn)

FCC ID:RAD426

1.203W/kg.

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. T hese limits are design ed to provide reasonabl e protection
agai nst har mful in terfer ence in a r esidential instal lation . This equipment gener ates us es and can
radiate radio freq uenc y energy and, i f not install ed an d used in ac cord an ce wit h the i nstruct i ons, m a y
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a p articul ar insta ll ation. I f this equipment d oes c ause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-Conn ect the equipment into an outl et on a circuit different from that to which the recei ver is
connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

● FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR)
The exposure standard for wireless s employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption
Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg.
Maximum SAR for this model and conditions under which it was recorded:

During use, the actual SAR values for this device are usually well below the values stated above. This
is because, for purpos es of sys tem efficiency and to minimize interference on the netw ork, the
oper at in g po w er of your d e vi c e is au t om at icall y d ec r eased wh en f ul l po wer i s not ne ed ed . T h e l ow er
the power output of the device, the lower its SAR value.

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Body-worn SA R tes t i ng has been carried ou t at a sep arati on di s tan c e of 0 c m . To me et RF e x posu r e
guidelines during body-wor n op erat ion , th e devi ce s houl d be p osi tion ed at leas t t his dis tanc e away
from the body.
If you are not using an approved accessory ensure that w hate v er pr oduct is used is free of any m etal
and that it positions the device the indicated distance away from the body.
Organizations such as the World Health Organization and the US Food and Drug Administration have
suggested that if people are concerned and want to reduce their exposure they could use a hands-free
accessory to keep the wireless device away from the head or body during use, or reduce the amount of
time spent on the device.

● RoHS Approval

The modem is in compliance with the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS Directive).

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● Regulatory information
The following approvals and notices apply in specific regions as noted.

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● LICENCES

Micro SD Logo is a trademark.

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TouchPal
Information Technology Co., Ltd. and/or its Affiliates.

The Wi-Fi Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Your device uses non-harmonized frequency and is intended for use in all
European countries.
The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, but cannot be
operated outdoors in France.

and CooTekTM are trademarks of Shanghai HanXiang (CooTek)

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General information

Int er net add ress:
TCT Mobile Limited address: Room 1910-12A, Tower 3, China HK City, 33 Canton Road, Tsimshatsui,
Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Hot Line Number: see “TCT Mobile Services” leaflet or go to our website.
On ou r website, you will find ou r FAQ (Freq u en tly Asked Quest ions) sect ion. Y ou can al so c on tact u s
by e-mail to ask any questions you may have.
An electronic version of this user guide is available in English and other langu ages according to
avai labilit y on ou r serv er:

Your device is a transceiver that operates on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with 2.4GHz.
This equipment is in complianc e with th e essential requirements and other relevant provisi ons of
Directive 1999/5/EC. The entire copy of the Declaration of Conformity for your device can be obtained
through our website:

www.alcatelonetouch.com

www.alcatelonetouch.com

www.alcatelonetouch.com.

Disclaimer

Ther e may be c ertain dif feren ces betw een t he us er manual description and the device operation,
depending on the software release of your device or specific operator services.
TCT Mobil e sh all n ot be h eld l egal ly r esp ons ibl e for suc h di ffer enc es , if any, n or f or t heir pot enti al
consequences, which responsibility shall be borne by the operator exclusively.

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