TCT Mobile 017 Mobile phone User Manual VLE5 UM USA 13 07 05

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Users Manual

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6. Messages ......................................................................326.1 Create an SMS....................................................................................326.2 Inbox/Outbox ....................................................................................336.3 Archives................................................................................................346.4 Predefined............................................................................................346.5 Delete ..................................................................................................346.6 Settings ................................................................................................356.7 SMS CB ................................................................................................357. Sounds ..........................................................................367.1 Mode ....................................................................................................367.2 Volume..................................................................................................367.3 Ringtone ..............................................................................................367.4 Alerts ....................................................................................................377.5 Key beep ..............................................................................................378. Display ..........................................................................388.1 Wallpaper ............................................................................................388.2 ON/OFF screens ..............................................................................388.3 Colors/Reverse display ....................................................................388.4 Screensaver..........................................................................................388.5 Contrast ..............................................................................................389. Settings ........................................................................399.1 Clock ....................................................................................................399.2 Languages ............................................................................................399.3 Security ................................................................................................399.4 Auto power ........................................................................................409.5 Light alert ............................................................................................409.6 Answer mode ....................................................................................419.7 Factory reset ......................................................................................419.8 Dictionary............................................................................................412Ta b le of contents ........................Safety and use ......................................................................4General information............................................................81. Your mobile ..................................................................101.1 Keys ......................................................................................................111.2 Main screen icons ..............................................................................132. Getting started ............................................................142.1 Set-up....................................................................................................142.2 Switching your telephone ON........................................................172.3 Switching your telephone OFF ......................................................173. Calls ..............................................................................183.1 Making a call........................................................................................183.2 Calling your voicemail ......................................................................193.3 Receiving a call ..................................................................................203.4 Available options during the call....................................................213.5 Call waiting..........................................................................................223.6 Making a second call ........................................................................223.7 Conference call ..................................................................................224. Menu..............................................................................234.1 Accessing the menu ..........................................................................234.2 Organising functions..........................................................................235. Directory ......................................................................295.1 Directory menu ................................................................................295.2 Consulting your directory (“View”)..............................................305.2.1 Available options in the contacts list ..............................305.2.2 Making the call ......................................................................305.2.3 Caller group ..........................................................................315.2.4 Searching for a name by its first letter............................311VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 1
Safety and Use ............................We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your phone. The manufacturerdisclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or usecontrary 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 theircellphone when the vehicle is not parkedWhen switched on, your cellphone emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere with thevehicle’s electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags. To ensure that there is noproblem:-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 arewell 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 manyother types of equipment now in regular use, cellphones can interfere with other electrical orelectronic devices, or equipment using radio frequency.Switch the phone off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs andinstructions posted in a fuel depot, gas station, or chemical plant, or in any potentially explosiveatmosphere.When the phone is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any medical device such asa pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump.When using the phone you should hold it against theear 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 thehandset away from your ear while using the “hands-free” option because the amplified volumemight 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 createan allergic reaction.Always handle your phone with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.410. Call services..................................................................4210.1 Voicemail..............................................................................................4210.2 Call memory ......................................................................................4210.3 Call settings ........................................................................................4310.4 Select network ..................................................................................4510.5 Forward................................................................................................4610.6 Call barring..........................................................................................4711. Games ..........................................................................4811.1 Russia....................................................................................................4811.2 Bricks ....................................................................................................4811.3 Available options................................................................................4912. Tools ..............................................................................5012.1 Alarms ..................................................................................................5012.2 Calculator ............................................................................................5013. Characters table ..........................................................5114. Telephone warranty ....................................................5315. Accessories ..................................................................5516. Troubleshooting ..........................................................563VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 3
This symbol on your telephone, the battery and the accessories means that theseproducts 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 thattheir components can be reused.In European Union countries:These collection points are accessible free of charge.All products with this sign must be broughtto 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 yourregion has suitable recycling and collection facilities; instead they are to be taken to collectionpoints for them to be recycled.• BATTERY:Before removing the battery from your phone, please make sure that the phone is switched off.Ta ke precautions with the battery and do not attempt to open the battery (chemical substancesmay 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 above60 °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 damagedbatteries or not recommended by TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phone 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 informationtechnology 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 AOutput: 4.5 V, 350 mA220 V charger:Input: 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.30 AOutput: 4.5 V, 350 mABattery: Lithium 650 mAh6Do 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 operatingtemperature range is -20°C to +55°C.Over 55°C the legibility of the phone’s display may beimpaired, 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 phonemodel (see page 55).TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates disclaim any liability fordamage caused by the use of other batteries.Your phone should not be disposed of in a municipal dump. Please check local regulations fordisposal of electronic products.Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information storedin your phone.Some people may suffer epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flashing lights, or whenplaying video games.These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had a previousseizure or blackout. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts, or if you have a family historyof such occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing videos games on your phone orenabling a flashing-lights feature on your phone.Parents should monitor their children’s use of videogames or other features that incorporate flashing lights on the phones. All persons shoulddiscontinue use and consult a doctor if any of the following symptoms occur: convulsion, eye ormuscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or disorientation. To limit thelikelihood 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 problemssuch 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 hoursbefore playing again.-If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after playing, stop the game and seea doctor.5VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 5
General information ..................•Website:www.tcl-alcatel-mp.com•Wap address:wap.tcl-alcatel-mp.com•Hot Line Number:see the “TCL & Alcatel 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 mayhave.Your telephone is a transceiver that operates on GSM networks with 850and 1900 MHz bands.8®T9 Text Input is licensed under one or more of thefollowing: 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 010057 (98903671.0), 1 018 069 (98950708.2); andadditional patents are pending worldwide• RADIO WAVES:THIS MOBILE PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TORADIO WAVES.Your cellphone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceedthe emission limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy. These limits are part ofcomprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizationsthrough periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies.These guidelines include a substantialsafety 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 SpecificAbsorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by public authorities such as the FederalCommunications Commission of the US Government (FCC), the Australian CommunicationsAuthority (ACA) or by Industry Canada, is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1 gram of body tissue.Tests forSAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the phone transmitting at its highestcertified power level in all tested frequency bands.Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of thephone while operating can be well below the maximum value.This is because the phone is designedto operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. Ingeneral, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output of thephone. Before a phone model is available for sale to the public, compliance with national regulationsand standards must be shown.The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use at the ear is 1.11 W/Kg for OT-E157a, 0.958 W/Kg for OT-E158a, 0.969 W/Kg for OT-E252a and for use close to the body is 0.64W/Kg for OT-E157a, 1.23 W/Kg for OT-E158a, 1.07 W/Kg for OT-E252a. While there may bedifferences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet thegovernment requirement for RF exposure. For body-worn operation, the phone meets FCC RFexposure guidelines provided that it is used with a non-metallic accessory with the handset at least1,5 cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposureguidelines.The World Health Organization (WHO) considers that present scientific information does notindicate the need for any special precautions for use of cellphones. If individuals are concerned, theymight choose to limit their own or their children's RF exposure by limiting the length of calls, orusing "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 thefollowing website: http://www.who.int/peh-emf.Your telephone is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you should avoidtouching it or degrading it.7VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 7
101Your mobile ........................Keys in idle modeOT-E157a/158a/252aNavigation key::Messages:DirectoryEnd key:Switch on/Switch offEnd callReturn to the main screen Send key:Pick up / Send callCall memory (shortkeypress)Voicemail(long keypress)Keypad lock/unlock(long keypress) Vibrator (long keypress)Left softkey:Access the menuConfirm an optionRight softkey:Delete / Back / Mute the ring toneProtection against theft (1)Your cellphone has an identification number called IMEI (phone serialnumber) shown on the packaging label and in the product’s memory.Werecommend that you note this number the first time you use yourtelephone by entering *, #, 0, 6, # and keep it in a safe place. It may berequested by the police or your operator if your telephone is stolen.Thisnumber allows your cellphone to be blocked, preventing a third personfrom using it, even with a different SIM card.9(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.Navigation key::Messages:DirectoryVoicemail (long keypress)Vibrator (long keypress)Left softkey:Access the menuConfirm an optionRight softkey:Delete / Back / Mute the ring toneOT-E159a/256aSend key:Pick up / Send callCall memory (shortkeypress) End key:Switch on/Switch offEnd callReturn to the main screen VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 9
Right softkey:Return to the previous screen (short keypress)Mute the ringtone of an incoming callIn 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 modeKeypad lock/unlock (long keypress) (1)Upper-lower case/automatic capitals/lower case/Predictivemode/Normal mode in edition mode (short keypress)Symbols bar (long keypress) in edition modeActivate/Deactivate the vibrator (long keypress)Validate the selected word (short keypress) in edition modeAdd a word (long keypress) in edition modeScroll next word in predictive mode (short keypress)to Insert letters (short keypress) or digits (long keypress)in edition mode12(1) Except OT-E159a/256a.111.1 Keys(1) Switch ON/OFF the phone (long keypress) from the main screen(2) Hang upReject an incoming callReturn to the main screen (long or short keypress)(1) Call / Pick up(2) Access the call memory (short keypress)Access Messages (from the main screen)Access Directory (from the main screen)Scroll, adjust the volume during a callLeft softkey:Options / Menu / ConfirmDisplay a message received(1) OT-E157a/158a/252a.(2) OT-E159a/256a.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 11
2Getting started ..................2.1 Set-upInserting the SIM Card (1)You must insert your SIM card in order to use your phone.To insert yourSIM card, turn off your phone by holding down the key.OT-E157a/158a/252a OT-E159a/256a14Fit the SIM card with the chipfacing downwards. Slide theSIM card into itscompartment. Push the SIMcard with your finger torelease it.(1) Check with your network operator to make sure that your SIM cardis 3V compatible. The old 5 Volts cards can no longer be used. Pleasecontact your operator.Inserting and removing the batteryAlign the tab on top of the battery with the slot in the battery compartment ofyour 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 lowbattery sound will be played anyway).Silence mode:your phone neither rings, beeps nor vibrates (butthe alarms and low battery sound will be played anyway).Unread message.Message list is full:your terminal cannot accept any newmessages.You must access the message list and delete at least onemessage on your SIM card (see page 34).Missed call.Voicemail message arrived.Call forwarding activated:your calls are forwarded (see page46).Alarm programmed (see page 50).Signal strength indicator.Keypad lock.National roaming.13(1) The icons and illustrations in this guide are provided forinformational purposes only.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 13
16Remove the back cover Replace the back coverOT-E157a OT-E157aOT-E158a OT-E158aPrecautions during useYour telephone is equipped with abuilt-in antenna. For optimalreception and operation, do nottouch the upper part of yourtelephone.15•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.•Beforeconnecting to the charger, make sure the battery is inserted correctly.•The mains socket must be near to the phone and easily accessible (avoid powerextension cables).•Before using your phone for the first time, fully charge your battery(approximately 3 hours). Only use Alcatel chargers.We recommend charging thebattery once a day so that the phone operates at an optimum level. You areadvised to fully charge the battery ( ).Charging the battery OT-E157a/158a/252a OT-E159a/256aConnectthe chargerVLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 15
3Calls ................................3.1 Making a callDial the desired number then press the key to place the call.To hangup, 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 networkoperator. Press the key.Emergency calls can be performed at any time without your SIM card orPIN code. Once the call has been made, the screen will display:“SOS”.Making an international callHold down the key.When “+” is displayed, enter the country and areacodes, then complete the number and send the call.18172.2 Switching your telephone ONHold 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 nearyour telephone. It should be stored in a safe place when notneeded.2.3 Switching your telephone OFF From the main screen, press the key (long keypress).OT-E159a/256a OT-E159a/256aVLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 17
3.3 Receiving a callWhen you have an incoming call, your phone rings and/or vibratesdepending 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 yournetwork and if the service is subscribed. However, if the numberhas been stored in your directory, the caller’s name will bedisplayed.20(1) For OT-E159a/OT-E256a, you can answer by opening the flip or endthe call by closing the flip provided that you have selected the optionin the menu “Answer mode” (see page 41).Calling a number from the directory Press the key to access the directory. Select the desired phone numberand press (see “Directory”on page 29).Automatic redialIf this feature is activated, the person you are unable to reach will be calledback automatically.3.2 Calling your voicemail (1)Your voicemail is provided by your network so that you do not miss anycalls: 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 onthe key.If the access number for your operator’s voicemail service does notappear, dial the number that you were given. To program or change thisnumber at a later date, refer to “Call services/Voicemail/Voicemailnber” (see page 42).To use your voicemail service from abroad, contact your networkoperator before leaving.19(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 19
3.5 Call waiting (1)If a second call comes in while you are on line, you will be notified by atone 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 switchbetween your two correspondents by pressing the “Options” softkey andby selecting the “Switch” option in the menu.3.6 Making a second callTo call a second party during a call, dial the number or select it from thedirectory 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 “StartConference”. 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 theconference. If you select “Private call” you can have a private call withone member only (other members are put on hold).You can end eitherthe current call:“End call”, or the calls put on hold: "End held call" orat the end of the conference all the calls: "End all calls".22(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.3.4 Available functions during the callYou can access the following options during a call by pressing the leftsoftkey:Hold/Retrieve •Hold the current call to take a second incomingcall.Mute/Unmute •Activate/deactivate the microphone.Directory •Access the directory.Msges •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 conferenceonly.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 navigationkey.21VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 21
Directory:Access/create directory files and make calls from your directory.Msges:Read, write and send your SMS. View your messages in yourinbox, outbox.Adjust the settings and activate/deactivate SMS CBmessage reception.Sounds:Change the mode, volume, ringtones, alerts, ON/OFF sounds, keybeep.Display:Change the main screen wallpaper (1),colours (1)/reverse video,ON/OFF screens, screensaver (1) and contrast.Settings:Set the time, date, language, security mode, answer mode, etc24(1) OT-E252a/256a only.234Menu ....................................4.1 Accessing the menuFrom the main screen, press the left softkey, the menu is displayed as a listwith small icons beside each function.Select the item you require using the navigation keys ( , ), then pressagain the left softkey to confirm.4.2 Organising functionsFor each of the listed functions, refer to the appropriate chapter in thisUser Guide.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 23
26•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•CreateCall services:Access functions such as: voicemail number, call memory, callsettings, network, forward and call barring.Games:Play the 2 games embedded in your telephone.Tools:Access the Alarm and Calculator functions.Svces:Access the Operator services (1).25(1) Depending on your operator’s network.•MSGES -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.•ListVLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 25
2827•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 (2)-Answer mode•KeypadAnswer (2) -Send key-Auto>Headset (3)-Any key•Flip answer (2)-FactoryReset•CALL SERVICES -Voicemail-Call memory•Missed calls•Incomg. calls•Outgoing calls•GAMES -Russia-Bricks•TOOLS -Alarms-Calculator•SVCES (1) OT-E252a/256a only.(2) OT-E159a/256a only.(3) 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 (1)-Colors (1) /Reverse-ON screen-OFF screen-Screensaver (1)-Contrast-Call settings•Minute alert•Call waiting•Auto redial• Billing-Calls duration-Calls costs•Hide my ID-Select 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 pswdVLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 27
5.2 Consulting your directory (“View”)From the main screen, select “Directory” then “View” to access the listof your contacts.The names are sorted in alphabetical order.5.2.1 Available options in the contacts listOnce you have selected a name, press the left softkey to access thefollowing options:Call number •Call the number you have selected.Send message •Create a message to send to the selectedcontact.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 callPress the key when the name is selected to make a call or select “Callnumber” in the options menu.30295Directory ........................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 to250 entries in the phone memory.5.1 Directory menuView •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 Simmemory to the phone memory and vice versa.Caller group •Group together names by category.Select dir. •Select the SIM directory, Phone directory orboth at the same time.Mem. status •Check the number of contacts and the memoryspace left.My number •Enter your own phone numbers for futurereference.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 29
6Messages ........................From your telephone, you can read, write, send and receive SMS messagesand share them with other mobiles.To access the messages from the main screen, press the top of the keyor press the left softkey and select the (“Messages”) icon.6.1 Create an SMSIn the “Messages” menu, select “Create” and enter your message. Pressthe 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 havedefined.Send to email (1) •Send a message to an email address.Save •Save the message in the unsent box and send itlater.Predefined (1) •Use or modify an existing message.Discard •Discard the message.Predictive (T9) •Select this mode to enter the words morequickly.32(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.315.2.3 Caller groupYou can group together names by category (family, lover, friends, office,business, other) and select a special ringtone. For each group, you canselect 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 letterYou can search for the person’s name by pressing the key associated withthe first letter of his/her name. For instance, if you press twice, namesstarting with “B” will be displayed.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 31
Reply •Reply to the sender of the message by SMS.Delete •Delete the message.Forward •Forward the message received to other people.Archives •Archive your messages in the telephonememory.Modify •Modify the message selected then send or saveit.Extract nber •Save or use the number contained in themessage.Call number •Call back the sender of the message.6.3 ArchivesThis feature contains inbox, sent and unsent messages stored in thetelephone memory to save memory space in the SIM card.The options areapproximately the same as inbox/outbox folder.6.4 Predefined messagesA 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 allmessages at once.34Symbols •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 mostappropriate word in your sentence.Word compl. •If activated, the system will complete the word On/Off automatically; if deactivated, you will have toenter all the letters of the word but just onekey press per letter.6.2 Inbox/OutboxIn 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 toaccesss the following options:33VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 33
7Sounds (1) ........................From the main screen, press the left softkey to access the menu thenselect the icon and select one of the following options in order tocustomise your telephone.7.1 ModeRingtone •Only the tone is played.Vibrator •Only vibrator is set (but the alarms and lowbattery 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 lowbattery sound will be played anyway).7.2 VolumeThe volume can be adjusted to one of the levels proposed.7.3 RingtoneSelect a melody to assign to an incoming call.36(1) For the clamshell phones, when the flip is closed, only the lightbar willshow new SMS, incoming calls, network status, and alarms.356.6 SettingsYou can change the message settings:Service Ctre •The phone number of your operator’s servicecentre (it may be provided automatically).Email centre (1) •The number of the server for sending emails.Validity •Set the time period during which attempts tosend the message to the recipient will berepeated in case of failure.Deliv. report •Request for acknowledgement of receipt foreach message sent.6.7 SMS CBThese are messages broadcast over the network (weather, traffic, etc..).You can decide to receive them or not. Press the left softkey to access thefollowing options:Activate •Activate/deactivate the reception of broadcastmessages.Read •View the received channel messages.New CB code •Add a new channel ID obtained from yourservice provider.List •List of the available channels (you can modify ordelete one of them).(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 35
8Display ............................8.1 Wallpaper (1):Select the image you wish to be displayed as the idle screen.8.2 ON/OFF screensSelect the desired animation as welcome or goodbye screen.8.3 Colors (1)Choose different colors for the presentation of the screen.Reverse display (2)Change the black and white effect of your screen.8.4 Screensaver (1)Activate or deactivate this mode to save the battery. The screen will bedark, sharing only time/network/battery information.8.5 ContrastSet the contrast of your telephone by choosing one of the 5 levelsproposed.387.4 AlertsSMS alert, ON/OFF sound, Alarm sound:for these sound alerts, youcan select a melody to be assign to.7.5 Key beepActivate/deactivate the beep played with each keypress.37(1) OT-E252a/256a only.(2) OT-E157a/158a/159a only.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 37
Phone code:A telephone protection code will be requested each time the phone isswitched on if this code is activated.FDN:This feature allows you to restrict the outgoing calls to a limited set ofpeople.You must enter your PIN2 code first.9.4 Auto powerThis function enables the automatic switch ON/OFF if you have preset atime.9.5 Light alert (1)If this function is activated, a specific led is displayed on the flip for thefollowing events: message reception, incoming call, network, alarm.The option “Deactivate” will deactivate all leds.409Settings ..........................9.1 ClockSet time and date, time format, date format, display (show or hide theclock).9.2 LanguagesThis feature allows to choose the language in which the messages will bedisplayed.You may, however, choose another language if available.9.3 SecurityThis 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 IdentificationNumber). PIN1 code will be requested each time you switch on yourtelephone.The PIN2 code allows you to activate or deactivate certain functions, suchas Billing etc..If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times in a row, your SIMcard will be blocked. You will then have to enter a PUK (PINUnblocking Key) code, which you can obtain from your networkoperator.39(1) OT-E159a/256a only.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 39
4210 Call services ..................10.1 VoicemailCall or modify the number of your voicemail. If no voicemail number is set,contact your operator to obtain this number.10.2 Call memoryFrom 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 (Missedcalls, Incomg. calls, Outgoing calls).Select a telephone number in the list and press the key to redial it orpress the left softkey to access the following options:Details •Display the information of the call selected.Save number •Store the number in your directory.Create •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 modeKeypad answer (1)-Send key:answer the incoming call by pressing the key.-Auto>headset:when the headset is plugged in, calls will be answereddirectly. If the option is selected and the headset is not plugged in, youwill have to answer by pressing the key.-Any key:answer the call by pressing any key.Flip answer (1)Answer by opening the flip.9.7 Factory resetReset the default factory settings.9.8 DictionaryCreate, modify, or delete a word in your personal dictionary. Whencreating a SMS, the words of this dictionary are automatically called if youchoose the Predictive Mode (T9).41(1) OT-E159a/256a only.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 41
44Calls 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 chargedcalls 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 telephonenumber) from the person you are calling.(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.10.3 Call settingsMinute alertActivate/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 itis activated.BillingCalls 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.43(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 43
4610.5 Call forward (“Forward”)This function enables you to activate/cancel or check the call forwardingof the incoming calls of voice/fax/data calls to the voicemail or anyspecified number (enter the number or select the name and confirm withthe 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 youare 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 thenetwork.Status •See the current setting.Cancel all •All call forwarding is cancelled.4510.4 Select network AutomaticThe phone automatically selects one of the networks available in the area.ManualSelect a network that has a roaming agreement with your home networkoperator.Preferred listCreate a list of networks to which you wish to be connected as a priority.A list will be displayed.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 45
4811 Games............................11.1 RussiaThe aim of this game is to make as many complete lines of bricks aspossible.Key functions:rotate the brickmove leftmove rightdrop the bricktoggle the upgrade level flag; if the flag is on, the game levelwill move up when your score increases 300. The levelimpacts the speed of the bricks: the higher the level, thehigher the speed.right softkey pause and context menu11.2 BricksThe aim of this game is to break as many bricks as possible with a bat andball.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 theball hits the bricks.4710.6 Call barring (1)Outgoing calls •All outgoing calls are barred.International •Outgoing international calls are barred.Int. but home •Outgoing international calls except those toyour 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.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 47
12 Tools ................................12.1 AlarmsYour telephone has an alarm facility.When the alarm rings, you can eithersnooze the alarm by pressing the left softkey “Snooze”. The alarm willring again after 5 minutes.To stop it permanently, press the right softkey“Stop”.When the phone is switched off, the alarm will still ring. Press any key tomute the alarm.For OT-E159a/256a only, open the flip to mute the sound.12.2 CalculatorEnter a number and select the type of operation to be performed usingthe navigation key. Confirm with the left softkey.50Key functions:move left, shoot first ballmove right, shoot first ballshoot the ballright softkey context menu11.3 Available optionsPress the right softkey to pause the game and access the following menu:New game •Play a new game.Resume game •Continue the game.Top score •Access your best scores.Help •Access the help menu.49VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 49
The predictive mode allows you to type your messages more quicklywithout the need to press the same key several times.Simply press once the key corresponding to the letter you need, and thephone will suggest the most common words from the dictionary.The word may change as you type - don't worry about what's on thescreen until after you finish the word. Confirm the suggested word bypressing the key.If the finished word is wrong,use the key to cycle through other wordoptions. If your word is missing, add it using the normal mode (ABC).Symbols barHold 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.525113 Character table ..................To enter a word in normal mode, press the key corresponding to thedesired letter several times until the letter appears.Key Upper case Lower caseShort keypress: Select next word in predictive mode;Long keypress: Input the digit "0".Short keypress: Switch between normal mode (ABC) ( > > ) to T9-predictive mode ( > > )Long keypress: Display the symbols tableShort keypress:Validate the focused word and/or insert a spaceLong keypress:Add a wordThis table is given for information purposes only. It may vary depending onthe language and the model.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 51
6) modifications, alterations, or repairs carried out by parties not authorized by TCL & AlcatelMobile Phones Limited or its affiliates, the dealer or the approved maintenance center,7) use of the equipment for a purpose other than that for which it was designed,8) normal wear,9) deterioration caused by external causes (RF interference produced by other equipment,fluctuations in mains voltage and/or voltages on telephone lines, etc),10)modifications made to the equipment even if they are unavoidable due to changes in regulationsand/or modification of network parameters,11)connection faults resulting from unsatisfactory radio transmission or caused by the absence ofradio relay coverage.Equipment on which markings or serial numbers have been removed or altered, and handsets onwhich labels have been removed or deteriorated shall be excluded from the warranty. The aboveprovisions constitute the only claims which can be made against the manufacturer and dealer onthe grounds of equipment defects, this warranty excludes any other explicit or implied warrantyexcept the statutory warranty in force in the user’s country.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 orfitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this limited warranty. In no event shallTCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates be liable for incidental or consequentialdamages of any nature whatsoever, including but not limited to loss of profits, commercial loss, tothe full extent those damages can be disclaimed by law. Some countries/states do not allow theexclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation of the duration ofimplied warranties, so the preceding limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.545314 Telephone warranty ..........Congratulations on choosing this cellphone - we hope that you will be totally satisfied with it.Notwithstanding any other applicable statutory warranties, this cellphone is guaranteed against anymanufacturing defect for a period of ONE (1) year from the date of purchase shown on yourinvoice. Nevertheless if the statutory warranty in force in your country exceeds one (1) year, thestatutory warranty is not affected by the manufacturer’s warranty.The present warranty terms alsoapply to the battery and accessories but for a period of SIX (6) months from the date of purchaseshown on your invoice.Under the terms of this warranty, you must inform your dealer or any maintenance center (see listof maintenance centers on our website - www.tcl-alcatel-mp.com) without delay, of any defect andpresent the invoice given to you at the time of purchase. The dealer or maintenance center willdecide whether to replace or repair, as appropriate, all or any part of the equipment (telephone oraccessory) found to be defective.This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor but excludes anyother costs. Repair or replacement may be carried out using reconditioned components offeringequivalent functionality.Servicing under the terms of this warranty, especially repair, modification or replacement of partsshall 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) causedby:1) use not conforming with the instructions for use or installation,2) non observation of the technical and safety standards applicable in the country where theequipment is used,3) improper maintenance of batteries and other sources of energy, and of the overall electricinstallation,4) accidents or the consequences of theft, (of the vehicle), acts of vandalism, lightning, fire, humidity,infiltration of liquids, atmospheric influences,5) combination or integration of the equipment in hardware not supplied or not recommendedby TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates, without express written consent forsuch,VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 53
16 Troubleshooting..................Before contacting the aftersales department, you are advised to follow theinstructions below:•You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to optimise itsperformance.•You are advised to fully charge the battery ( ) for optimal operation.•Avoid storing large amounts of data in your telephone as this may affect theperformance 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 yourtelephone back onMy 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 useMy mobile phone turns off by itself•Check that your keypad is locked when you are not using your mobile phone•Check the battery charge level•Check that the function "Auto OFF" is not activated (see p40)565515 Accessories (1) ......................(1) Depending on availability.Only use your telephone with Alcatel batteries, chargers andaccessories compatible with your model.BatteryBB 10144HeadsetM13Cigar lighter chargerC56ChargerC55VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 55
Unable to receive incoming calls•Make sure your mobile phone is switched on and connected to a network (checkfor 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 callsThe 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 numberThe 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 thisservice•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 country58My mobile phone does not charge properly•Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; the battery chargeindicator can take several minutes and may be accompanied by a quiet hissingsound.•Make sure charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C +40°C)•Make sure your battery is inserted. It must be inserted beforeplugging in thecharger•Make sure you are using an Alcatel battery and charger•When abroad, check that the electrical current is compatibleMy mobile phone does not connect to a network•Tr y connecting in another location•Verify the network coverage with your operator•Check with your operator that your SIM card is valid•Tr y selecting the available network(s) manually (see page 45)•Tr y connecting at a later time if the network is overloadedSIM 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 SIMcards cannot be used•Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratchedUnable 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 isnot 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)57VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 57
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 theproduct directoryMy callers are unable to leave messages on my voicemail•Contact your network operator to check service availabilityI can’t access my voicemail•Make sure your operator’s voicemail number is correctly entered in “CallServices/Voicemail”•Tr y later if the network is busyI 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 messagessettings (see page 35)•Verify the server centre number with your operator•The server centre may be saturated; try again laterThe << - >> icon is displayed•You are outside the network coverage areaI have already entered 3 incorrect PIN codes•Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK code (Personal UnblockingKey)59Alcatel logo and Alcatel name are trademarks of Alcatel used under license by TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited.All rights reserved © Copyright 2004 TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited.TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited reserves the right,in the customer’s interest, to alter material or technical specification without prior notice.VLE5_UM_USA-13-07-05 13/07/05 10:18 Page 59

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