User Guide to Alcatel OT 668 - Virgin Mobile

41 Pages·2012·3.91 MB·English

www.alcatelonetouch.com
For more information about how to use the phone, please go to www.alcatelonetouch.com to download complete user
manual. Moreover, from the website you can also consult FAQ, realize software upgrade, etc.
Introduction ................................. Table of contents
TCT Mobile Limited would like to thank you for purchasing this mobile Safety and use. .....................................................................5
phone. General information .........................................................10
1 Getting started ..................................................................12
Desktop 1.1 Set-up ...................................................................................................12
1.2 Power on your phone ......................................................................14
• Convenient at-a-glance view of Widget applications
1.3 Power off your phone ......................................................................14
• Menu shortcuts for quick access
2 Your mobile .......................................................................15
2.1 Keys ......................................................................................................16
Power media applications 2.2 Main screen icons ............................................................................17
2.3 Widget bar ..........................................................................................18
• Music player & Radio
3 Calls ....................................................................................19
• Webcam
3.1 Making a call ........................................................................................19
The 2.0 Megapixel camera is the best companion for PC instant 3.2 Calling your voicemail .....................................................................19
messaging. 3.3 Receiving a call ...................................................................................20
3.4 During a call ......................................................................................20
3.5 Conference calls ...............................................................................21
Bluetooth
4 Contacts .............................................................................22
With Bluetooth 2.1 supporting A2DP profiles, enjoy handsfree 4.1 Consulting your contacts ................................................................22
conversations. 4.2 Adding a contact ................................................................................23
4.3 Available options................................................................................24
5 Messaging ...........................................................................25
5.1 Access ..................................................................................................25
5.2 Conversational mode and conventional mode ..........................25
5.3 Create message ..................................................................................26
5.4 Search ...................................................................................................26
5.5 Alerts ....................................................................................................26
5.6 Available options................................................................................27
6 Web .................................................................................. 30
1 2
7 Media ..................................................................................31 11.7 Stopwatch ............................................................................................57
7.1 Music .....................................................................................................31 11.8 World clock ........................................................................................57
7.2 Video ....................................................................................................33 11.9 Convertor ...........................................................................................57
7.3 Radio .....................................................................................................34 11.10 Fake call ...............................................................................................58
8 My files ...............................................................................35 11.11 Call log .................................................................................................58
8.1 My audios ............................................................................................35 11.12 Wap ......................................................................................................59
8.2 My images ............................................................................................36 12 Applications .......................................................................60
8.3 My videos ............................................................................................36 12.1 News ...................................................................................................60
8.4 My creations .......................................................................................36 12.2 Email ....................................................................................................61
8.5 Other files ...........................................................................................36 12.3 Weather .............................................................................................64
8.6 Phone ....................................................................................................36 12.4 Facebook ............................................................................................65
8.7 Memory card ......................................................................................37 12.5 mTweet ................................................................................................65
8.8 Memory status ...................................................................................38 12.6 Game ....................................................................................................65
8.9 Managing audios, images, videos and others ...............................38 12.7 Java ........................................................................................................66
8.10 Formats and compatibility ............................................................39 12.8 Services ................................................................................................67
9 Camera ..............................................................................40 13 Making the most of your mobile .....................................68
9.1 Access ..................................................................................................40 13.1 PC suite ...............................................................................................68
9.2 Camera.................................................................................................40 13.2 ONE TOUCH Upgrade ...................................................................69
9.3 Video ....................................................................................................41 13.3 Webcam ..............................................................................................69
10 Settings ..............................................................................43 14 Latin input mode/character table ...................................70
10.1 Profiles .................................................................................................43 15 Telephone warranty .........................................................71
10.2 Phone settings ...................................................................................45
16 Accessories .......................................................................73
10.3 Call settings .........................................................................................48
17 Troubleshooting ................................................................74
10.4 Security ................................................................................................50
10.5 Network ..............................................................................................51
10.6 Connectivity ........................................................................................51
10.7 Restore default ...................................................................................51 This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 2.0 W/
11 Tools ...................................................................................52 kg. The specific maximum SAR values can be found on page
11.1 Alarm ....................................................................................................52 8 of this user guide.
11.2 Calculator ............................................................................................52
When carrying the product or using it while worn on your
11.3 Calendar ..............................................................................................53 body, either use an approved accessory such as a holster or
11.4 Bluetooth™ ........................................................................................54 www.sar-tick.com otherwise maintain a distance of 1.5 cm from the body to
11.5 Notes ....................................................................................................56 ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements. Note
11.6 Black list ...............................................................................................56 that the product may be transmitting even if you are not
making a phone call.
3 4
Emergency call numbers may not be reachable on all cellular networks. You should never rely only
Safety and use. ............................. 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.
We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your phone. The manufacturer Do not paint it.
disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use Use only batteries, battery chargers, and accessories which are recommended by TCT Mobile
contrary to the instructions contained herein. Limited and its affiliates and are compatible with your phone model (see Accessories List, page 73).
TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates disclaim any liability for damage caused by the use of other
• TRAFFIC SAFETY: chargers or batteries.
Given that studies show that using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle constitutes a real risk, Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information stored
even when the hands-free kit is used (car kit, headset...), drivers are requested to refrain from using in your phone.
their mobile when the vehicle is not parked. Some people may suffer epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flashing lights, or when
When driving, do not use your phone and headphone to listen to music or to the radio. Using a playing video games. These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had a previous
headphone can be dangerous and forbidden in some areas. seizure or blackout. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts, or if you have a family history
When switched on, your phone emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere with the vehicle’s of such occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing video games on your phone or
electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags. To ensure that there is no problem: enabling a flashing-lights feature on your phone.
- do not place your phone on top of the dashboard or within an airbag deployment area, Parents should monitor their children’s use of video games or other features that incorporate
- check with your car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the dashboard is adequately flashing lights on the phones. All persons should discontinue use and consult a doctor if any of
shielded from mobile phone RF energy. 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
• CONDITIONS OF USE: safety precautions:
You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to optimise its performance. - Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep.
Switch the phone off before boarding an aircraft. - Take a minimum of a 15-minute break hourly.
Switch the phone off when you are in health care facilities, except in designated areas. As with many - Play in a room in which all lights are on.
other types of equipment now in regular use, mobile telephones can interfere with other electrical - Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen.
or electronic devices, or equipment using radio frequency. - If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest for several hours
Switch the phone off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and before playing again.
instructions posted in a fuel depot, petrol station, or chemical plant, or in any potentially explosive - If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after playing, stop the game and
atmosphere. see a doctor.
When the phone is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any medical device such as a When you play games on your phone, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands,
pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump, etc. In particular when using the phone, you should hold arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow the instructions to avoid problems such
it against the ear on the opposite side to the device, if any. as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal disorders.
To avoid hearing impairment, pick up the call before holding your phone to your ear. Also move P rolonged exposure to music at full volume on the music player may damage the listener's
the handset away from your ear while using the "hands-free" mode because the amplified volume hearing.
might cause hearing damage. Set your phone volume safely. Use only headphones recommended by TCT Mobile Limited and
Do not let children use the phone and/or play with the telephone and accessories without its affiliates.
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.
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 -10°C to +55°C.
At over 55°C the legibility of the phone’s display may be impaired, though this is temporary and
not serious.
5 6
• PRIVACY: • RADIO WAVES:
Please note that you must respect the laws and regulations in force in your jurisdiction or other Proof of compliance with international standards (ICNIRP) or with European Directive 1999/5/
jurisdiction(s) where you will use your mobile phone regarding taking photographs and recording EC (R&TTE) is required of all mobile phone models before they can be put on the market. The
sounds with your mobile telephone. Pursuant to such laws and regulations, it may be strictly protection of the health and safety for the user and any other person is an essential requirement
forbidden to take photographs and/or to record the voices of other people or any of their personal of these standards or this directive.
attributes, and duplicate or distribute them, as this may be considered to be an invasion of privacy. THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES
It is the user's sole responsibility to ensure that prior authorisation be obtained, if necessary, in Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for
order to record private or confidential conversations or take a photograph of another person; exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recommended by international
the manufacturer, the seller or vendor of your mobile phone (including the operator) disclaim any guidelines. The guidelines were developed by an independent scientific organization (ICNIRP) and
liability which may result from the improper use of the mobile phone. include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age
and health.
• BATTERY: The radio wave exposure guidelines use a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate,
Before removing the battery from your phone, please make sure that the phone is switched off. or SAR. The SAR limit for mobile devices is 2.0 W/kg.
Observe the following precautions for battery use: Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its
- Do not attempt to open the battery (due to the risk of toxic fumes and burns). highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. The highest SAR values under the
- Do not puncture, disassemble or cause a short-circuit in a battery, ICNIRP guidelines for this device model are:
- Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in household rubbish or store it at temperatures
above 60°C. Maximum SAR for this model and conditions under which it was recorded.
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental regulations. Only Head SAR GSM 900 + Bluetooth 0.732 W/kg
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. Body-worn SAR GSM 900 + Bluetooth 0.692 W/kg
This symbol on your telephone, the battery and the accessories means that these
During use, the actual SAR values for this device are usually well below the values stated above.
products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:
This is because, for purposes of system efficiency and to minimize interference on the network,
- Municipal waste disposal centres with specific bins for these items of equipment
the operating power of your mobile device is automatically decreased when full power is not
- Collection bins at points of sale.
needed for the call. The lower the power output of the device, the lower its SAR value.
Body-worn SAR testing has been carried out at a separation distance of 1.5 cm. To meet RF
They will then be recycled, preventing substances being disposed of in the environment, so that exposure guidelines during body-worn operation, the device should be positioned at least this
their components can be reused. distance away from the body. If you are not using an approved accessory ensure that whatever
In European Union countries: product is used is free of any metal and that it positions the phone the indicated distance away
These collection points are accessible free of charge. from the body.
All products with this sign must be brought to these collection points. The World Health Organization has stated that present scientific information does not indicate
In non European Union jurisdictions: the need for any special precautions for the use of mobile devices. They recommend that if you
Items of equipment with this symbol are not to be thrown into ordinary bins if your jurisdiction or are interested in further reducing your exposure then you can easily do so by limiting your usage
your region has suitable recycling and collection facilities; instead they are to be taken to collection or simply using a hands-free kit to keep the device away from the head and body.
points for them to be recycled. For more information you can go to www.alcatelonetouch.com
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Additional information about electromagnetic fields and public health are available on the following
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. site: http://www.who.int/peh-emf.
• CHARGERS Your telephone is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you should avoid
touching it or degrading it.
Mains powered chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C to 40°C.
As mobile devices offer a range of functions, they can be used in positions other than against your
The chargers designed for your mobile phone meet with the standard for safety of information
ear. In such circumstances the device will be compliant with the guidelines when used with
technology equipment and office equipment use. Due to different applicable electrical specifications,
headset or USB data cable. If you are using another accessory ensure that whatever product is
a charger you purchased in one jurisdiction may not work in another jurisdiction. They should be
used is free of any metal and that it positions the phone at least 1.5 cm away from the body.
used for this purpose only.
7 8
• LICENCES
General information ...................
Obigo® is a registered trademark of Obigo AB.
microSD Logo is a trademark.
T he Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and • Internet address: www.alcatelonetouch.com
any use of such marks by TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. • Hot Line Number: see "TCT Mobile Services" leaflet or go to our
Internet site.
ONE TOUCH 668 Bluetooth QD ID
On our Internet site, you will find our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
B018945 section. You can also contact us by e-mail to ask any questions you may
have.
e ZiText™ and Zi™ are trademarks of Zi Corporation and/or its Affiliates.
An electronic version of this user guide is available in English and other
J ava™ and all Java™ based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered languages according to availability on our server:
trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
www.alcatelonetouch.com
Your telephone is a transceiver that operates on GSM networks with 900
i s a registered trademark of Opera Mini.
and 1800 MHz bands.
F acebook and the f Logo are trademarks of Facebook, Inc., and are used under
license.
T witter and the T logo are trademarks of Twitter, Inc., and are used under This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and
license.
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The entire copy of the
Declaration of Conformity for your telephone can be obtained through
our website: www.alcatelonetouch.com
9 10
Protection against theft (1) 1
Getting started .....................
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 *
1.1 Set-up
# 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
Removing and installing the back cover
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. Removing and installing the battery
TCT Mobile shall not be held legally responsible for such differences, if any,
nor for their potential consequences, which responsibility shall be borne
by the operator exclusively.
Inserting and removing the SIM card (1)
Place the SIM card with the chip facing downwards and slide it into its
housing. Make sure that it is correctly inserted. To remove the card, press
it and slide it out.
(1) Check with your network operator to make sure that your SIM card is 3V or
1.8V compatible. The old 5 Volt cards can no longer be used. Please contact
(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability. your operator.
11 12
Charging the battery 1.2 Power on your phone
Hold down the key until the telephone powers on, type in your PIN
code if necessary and then confirm. The main screen is displayed.
If you do not know your PIN code or if you have forgotten it, contact
your network operator. Do not leave your PIN code with your
telephone. Store this information in a safe place when not in use.
If cell broadcast messages are displayed, you can browse through them or
press to return to the main screen.
Connect the battery charger to your phone and mains socket While the phone is searching for a network, "Searching/Emergency"
respectively. will be displayed.
• The charging may take about 20 minutes to start if the battery is flat.
In the power on screen, you also have access to the functions of "Radio",
• Be careful not to force the plug into the socket. "Camera", "Music", etc. even if there is no SIM card inserted.
• Make sure the battery is correctly inserted before connecting the
charger. 1.3 Power off your phone
• The mains socket must be near to the phone and easily accessible (avoid
electric extension cables). Hold down the key from the main screen.
• When using your telephone for the first time, charge the battery fully
(approximately 3 hours). You are advised to fully charge the battery
( ).
• To reduce power consumption and energy waste, when battery is fully
charged, disconnect your charger from the plug; switch off Bluetooth
when not in use; reduce the backlight time, etc.
The charge is complete when the animation stops.

13 14
2 2.1 Keys
Your mobile ..........................
Navigation key
Confirm an option (press the middle of the key)
Activate music player (press and hold the middle of key)
Scroll widget bar (press the right or left of the key)
Pick up
Send a call
In idle screen:
Access call log (Redial) (press)
Activate fake call (press and hold)
During MP3 Playing:
Switch between Headset and speaker (press and hold)
1 4
Switch on/Switch off the telephone (press and hold)
2 7 5 End call
3 Return to idle screen
8
Left softkey
6 Right softkey
Access your voicemail (press and hold)
1 Left softkey 6 V ibration alert
2 P ick up/Send call (press and hold) In Edit mode:
Call log 7 N avigation key (2): - Press: access the language list
Activate fake call (1) Menu/Confirm an option - Press and hold: enter zero
(press and hold) if widget bar is hide: In Edit mode:
3 V oicemail Messaging - Press: change input methods
(press and hold) Contacts - Press and hold: access the Symbols table
4 Right softkey Alarm In idle screen:
Calendar
5 S witch on/Switch off - Press: #
End call 8 S ub display: Show time, - Press and hold: activate/deactivate the vibrate mode
miss call/voicemail, new
In Edit mode:
messaging, charging etc.
- Press: (space)
(1) Fake call setting first.
(2) There may be a little difference according to different versions.
15 16
2.2 Main screen icons (1) SIM card missing.
Battery charge level. GPRS connection status (Activated).
Vibrate alert: your phone vibrates, but does not ring or beep
GPRS connecting.
(see page 44).
Bluetooth status (Activated). Sending a MMS.
Headset connected. MMS receiving.
Call forwarding activated: your calls are forwarded (see Silence mode: your phone does not ring, beep or vibrate with
page 49). the exception of the alarm (see page 44).
Alarm or appointments programmed (see page 52). SMS unread.
Level of network reception. MMS unread.
Voicemail message arrived. Flight mode.
Missed calls.
2.3 Widget bar
Radio is on.
Widget bar with menu items as a shortcut for quick access.
WAP alerts (2).
Roaming.
(1) The icons and illustrations in this guide are provided for information purposes
only.
(2) Depending on your network operator.
17 18