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 herein.
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TRAFFIC SAFETY:
Given studies, which show that using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle
constitutes a real risk, even when the hands-free kit is used (car kit, headset...),
drivers are requested to refrain from using their mobile when the vehicle is not
parked.
When switched on, your phone 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 car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the
dashboard is adequately shielded from mobile phone RF energy.
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CONDITIONS OF USE:
Switch the phone off before boarding an aircraft.
Switch the phone off when you are in health care facilities, except in designated
areas. As with any type of equipment now in regular use, mobile telephones 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, petrol 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
devices such as a pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump, etc. In particular 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” mode
because the amplified volume might cause hearing damage.
Do not let children use the phone and/or play with the telephone and accessories
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.
You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to optimise its
performance.
Do not allow your phone to be exposed to adverse weather or 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.
Emergency call numbers may not be reachable on all cellular networks. You should
never rely only on your phone for emergency calls.
Do not open, dismantle or attempt to repair your mobile phone yourself.
Do not drop, throw or bend your mobile phone.
Do not paint it.
Use only Alcatel batteries, battery chargers, and accessories that are compatible with
your phone model. TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates disclaim any liability for
damage caused by the use of other chargers or batteries.
Your phone should not be disposed of at a municipal waste disposal site. 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 video 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.
- 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.
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 the
instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other
musculoskeletal disorders.
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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,
5)
connecting or integrating the phone into equipment not supplied or not
recommended by TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates, without their express
written consent for such,
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any servicing, modification or repair performed by individuals not authorised by
TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates, the vendor or the approved maintenance
centre,
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use of the equipment for a purpose other than that for which it was designed,
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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,
12) equipment on which markings or serial numbers have been removed or altered,
and handsets on which labels have been removed or deteriorated shall be
excluded from the warranty.
In accordance with the applicable law, your product is guaranteed against hidden
defects (defects inherent in the design, manufacture, etc.).
There are no express warranties, whether written or oral, other than this printed
limited warranty, express or implied, of any nature whatsoever.
In no event shall TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates be liable for incidental or
consequential damages of any nature whatsoever, including but not limited to trading
loss, 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.
Troubleshooting....................
Before contacting the aftersales department, you are advised to follow
the instructions below:
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You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to
optimise its performance.
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You are advised to fully charge the battery (
) for optimal
operation.
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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
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Press
until the screen comes on
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Check the battery charge level
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Check the battery contacts, remove and reinstall your battery, then
turn your telephone back on
My phone has not responded for several minutes
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Press the
key
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Remove the battery and re-insert it, then switch the phone back on
My screen is difficult to read
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Clean your screen
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Use your mobile phone in accordance with the recommended
conditions of use
My mobile phone turns off by itself
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Check that your keypad is locked when you are not using your
mobile phone
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Check the battery charge level
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Check that the function "
Auto OFF
" is not activated.
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CHARGERS:
Mains powered chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0 °C to 40
°C.The chargers designed for your mobile phone meet with the standard for safety
of information technology equipment and office equipment use.They should be used
for this purpose only.
NOTICE:Your mobile is not designed for chargers connected through USB cable to
a computer. Please use dedicated charger to charge your mobile.
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RADIO WAVES:
Proof of compliance with international standards (ICNIRP) or with European
Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE) is required of all mobile phone models before they can
be put on the market. The protection of the health and safety for the user and any
other person is an essential requirement of these standards or this directive.
THIS MOBILE PHONE COMPLIES WITH INTERNATIONAL AND EUROPEAN
REQUIREMENTS REGARDING EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter/receiver. It was designed and manufactured
to comply with the radiofrequency (RF) exposure thresholds recommended by
international requirements (ICNIRP)
(1)
and by the Council of the European Union
(Recommendation 1999/519/EC)
(2)
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These limits are part of a set of requirements and establish authorised
radiofrequency levels for the public. These limits were established by independent
groups of experts on the basis of regular and detailed scientific assessments. They
include a significant safety margin intended to ensure the safety of all, regardless of
age or state of health.
The exposure standard for mobile phones is determined by a measurement unit
known as the Specific Absorption Rate or “SAR”.The SAR limit is set by international
requirements or by the Council of the European Union at 2 watts/kilogram (W/kg)
averaged over 10 grams of body tissue.The tests used to determine SAR levels were
carried out on the basis of standard usage modes with the phones transmitting at
their maximum power level over the entire range of frequency bands.
My mobile phone does not charge properly
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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.
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Make sure charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C
+40°C)
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Make sure your battery is inserted. It must be inserted before
plugging in the charger
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Make sure you are using an Alcatel battery and charger
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When abroad, check that the electrical current is compatible
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NOTICE: Your mobile is not designed for chargers connected
through USB cable to a computer. Please use dedicated charger to
charge your mobile.
My mobile phone does not connect to a network
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Try connecting in another location
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Verify the network coverage with your operator
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Check with your operator that your SIM card is valid
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Try selecting the available network(s) manually
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Try connecting at a later time if the network is overloaded
SIM card error
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Make sure the SIM card was correctly inserted
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Verify with your operator that your SIM card is 3V compatible; the
old 5V SIM cards cannot be used
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Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched
Unable to make outgoing calls
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Make sure you have dialled a valid number and pressed the
key
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For international calls, make sure you have entered the country and
area codes
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Make sure your mobile phone is connected to a network, and that
the network is not overloaded or unavailable
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Check your subscription with your operator (credit, SIM card valid,
etc.)
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Make sure you have not barred outgoing calls
Although the SAR was established at the highest certified level, the actual SAR level
for the mobile phone during use is generally much lower than the maximum values.
In fact, since mobile phones are designed to operate at many different power levels,
they only use the minimum level of power required to provide a connection to the
network. In theory, the closer you are to a base station antenna, the lower the power
level required by the mobile phone.
The highest tested SAR value for this mobile phone for use at the ear and
compliance against the standard is 1.1 W/kg (OT-S120/S121/S210/S211/V212) and
1.16 W/kg (OT-111). While there may be differences between the SAR levels on
various phones and at various positions, they all meet the relevant International
guidelines and EU requirements for RF (radio-waves) exposure.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) considers that present scientific
information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for use of mobile
phones. 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 mobile phones away from the head and body (fact sheet n° 193). Additional
information about electromagnetic fields and public health are available on the
following site: http://www.who.int/peh-emf.
Although no danger relating to the use of telephone was ever proved, the World
Health Organisation advises as a precautionary measure to use your telephone with
a good level of network reception as indicated on the telephone display (4 to 5 bars).
It is also advised to keep the telephone, during communications, away from the belly
of pregnant women and from the lower abdomen for teenagers.
Your telephone is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you should
avoid touching it or damaging it.
General information ............
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Website
: www.alcatel-mobilephones.com
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Hot Line Number
: see the “TCT Mobile 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
900 and 1800 MHz bands.
Unable to receive incoming calls
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Make sure your mobile phone is switched on and connected to a
network (check for overloaded or unavailable network)
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Check your subscription with your operator (credit, SIM card valid,
etc.)
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Make sure you have not forwarded incoming calls
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Make sure that you have not barred certain calls
The caller’s name does not appear when a call is received
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Check that you have subscribed to this service with your operator
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Your caller has concealed his/her number
The sound quality of the calls is not optimal
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You can adjust the volume during a call by means of the
key
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Check the radio reception icon
I am unable to use the features described in the manual
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Check with your operator to make sure that your subscription
includes this service
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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
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Make sure that you have correctly recorded the number in your file
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Make sure that you have selected the country prefix when calling a
foreign country
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.alcatel-mobilephones.com.
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.
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
I am unable to create a file in my directory
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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
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Contact your network operator to check service availability
I can’t access my voicemail
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Make sure your operator’s voicemail number is correctly entered in
“
Call services/Voicemail
”
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Try later if the network is busy
I am unable to send and receive messages
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Check your phone memory as it might be full, if necessary, delete
some messages
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Contact your network operator to check service availability, see the
messages settings
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Verify the server centre number with your operator
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The server centre may be saturated; try again later
The << - >> icon is displayed
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You are outside the network coverage area
I have already entered 3 incorrect PIN codes
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Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK code (Personal
Unblocking Key)
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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
sold with the phone 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 immediately inform your vendor (or any
repair centre approved by TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates, which are listed on
our website www.alcatel-mobilephones.com) in case of a conformity defect on your
phone, 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 ONE (1) month
(1)
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,
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(1)
The ICNIRP requirements are applicable in the following regions:
Central America (except Mexico), South America, North and
South Africa, Pacific Asia (except Taiwan and Korea), Australia.
(2)
The European recommendation (1999/519/EC) is applicable in the
following regions: Europe, Israel.
(1)
The mandatory warranty period may vary if overriding statutory
provisions are applicable in your jurisdiction.
(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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Prolonged exposure to music at full volume on the music player may damage
the listener's hearing. Set your phone volume safely. Use only headphones
recommended by TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates.
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PRIVACY:
Please note that you must respect the laws and regulations in force in your country
regarding taking photographs and recording sounds with your mobile telephone.
Pursuant to such laws and regulations, it may be strictly forbidden to take
photographs and/or to record the voices of other people or any of their personal
attributes, and duplicate or distribute them, as this may be considered to be an
invasion of privacy. It is the user's sole responsibility to ensure that prior
authorization be obtained, if necessary, in order to record private or confidential
conversations or take a photograph of another person; the manufacturer, the seller
or vendor of your mobile phone (including the operator) disclaim any liability which
may result from the improper use of the mobile phone.
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BATTERY:
Before removing the battery from your phone, please make sure that the phone is
switched off. Observe the following precautions for battery use:
- Do not attempt to open the battery (due to the risk of toxic fumes and burns).
- Do not puncture, disassemble or cause a short-circuit in a battery,
- Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in household rubbish or store it at
temperatures above 60 °C.
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental
regulations. Only use the battery for the purpose for which it was designed. Never
use damaged batteries or those not recommended by TCT Mobile Limited and/or its
affiliates.
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 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; otherwise they
are to be taken to collection points for them to be recycled.
(1)
Contact your network operator for service availability.
