TCT Mobile 008 GSM 850 /1900 Mobile Phone User Manual OH1 UM AM GB 03 02 05

TCT Mobile Limited GSM 850 /1900 Mobile Phone OH1 UM AM GB 03 02 05

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Ta b le of contents ........................Safety and use ......................................................................4General information............................................................81. Your cellphone ............................................................101.1 Keys ......................................................................................................111.2 Main screen icons ..............................................................................122. Getting started ............................................................142.1 Set-up....................................................................................................142.2 Switching your telephone ON........................................................162.3 Switching your telephone OFF ......................................................163. Calls ..............................................................................173.1 Making a call........................................................................................173.2 Calling your voicemail ......................................................................183.3 Receiving a call ..................................................................................193.4 During the call ..................................................................................203.5 Conference calls ................................................................................224. Call memory ................................................................235. Menu..............................................................................245.1 Accessing the menu ..........................................................................245.2 Organization of functions ................................................................246. Directory ......................................................................296.1 Consulting your directory ..............................................................296.2 Creating a file......................................................................................306.3 Available options in the SIM directory ........................................326.4 Available options in the phone directory ....................................336.5 My numbers ........................................................................................3312nd coverOH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 1

11. Media album ................................................................5711.1 Image album ........................................................................................5711.2 Melody album ....................................................................................5811.3 Available memory ..............................................................................5812. WAP ..............................................................................5912.1 Accessing WAP services ..................................................................5912.2 List of options ....................................................................................6012.3 My bookmarks....................................................................................6212.4 Settings ................................................................................................6213. Games ..........................................................................6313.1 Snake ....................................................................................................6313.2 Bricks ....................................................................................................6313.3 Brain Activity ......................................................................................6414. Characters table ..........................................................6515. Telephone warranty ....................................................6816. Accessories ..................................................................7017. Troubleshooting ..........................................................7137. Messages ......................................................................347.1 Create an SMS....................................................................................357.2 Inbox ....................................................................................................367.3 Outbox ................................................................................................377.4 Predefined messages ........................................................................377.5 Archives................................................................................................387.6 Parameters ..........................................................................................387.7 SMS CB (Cell Broadcast) ................................................................398. Customize ....................................................................408.1 Sound settings ....................................................................................408.2 Main screen ........................................................................................418.3 Graphic settings ................................................................................418.4 Other settings ....................................................................................418.5 Battery saving......................................................................................438.6 Keys setup ..........................................................................................438.7 Security ................................................................................................449. Tools ..............................................................................469.1 Calculator ............................................................................................469.2 Alarm ....................................................................................................469.3 Diary ....................................................................................................479.4 Converter............................................................................................5010. Call services..................................................................5110.1 Voicemail..............................................................................................5110.2 Call memory ......................................................................................5110.3 Call settings ........................................................................................5210.4 Network ..............................................................................................5410.5 Call forward........................................................................................5510.6 Call barring..........................................................................................562OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 2

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 70).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.5Safety 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.Do not allow your phone to be exposed to unfavourable environmental conditions (moisture,humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc).The manufacturer’s recommended 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.4OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 4

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 0.843 W/Kg for OneTouch 155a - 0.699 W/kg for One Touch 156a and for use close to the body is 0.659 W/Kg for OneTouch 155a - 0.743 W/kg for One Touch 156a.While there may be differences between the SARlevels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement for RFexposure. For body-worn operation, the phone meets FCC RF exposure guidelines provided thatit is used with a non-metallic accessory with the handset at least 1,5 cm from the body. Use ofother accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.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.7• 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 damaged batteries or not recommended by TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phone Limited and/orits 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 720 mAh• 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.6OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 6

Protection against theftYour 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.9General information ..................•Website:www.tcl-alcatel-mp.com•WAP address:WAP.tcl-alcatel-mp.com•Hot Line Number:see “TCL & Alcatel Mobile Phones Services” leaflet(calls charged at applicable local rates in your country)An electronic version of this user guide is available in English and otherlanguages according to availability on our server: www.tcl-alcatel-mp.comYour telephone operates on GSM networks within bandwidths of850/1900MHz.8®T9 ® and all T9 ® based trademarks and logos aretrademarks or registered trademarks of Tegic Inc inthe U.S and other countries.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 8

1.1 KeysSwitch on the phone (long keypress) from the main screenSwitch off the phone (long keypress) from the main screenHang upReject an incoming callReturn to the main screen (long or short keypress)Call / Pick upAccess the call memory (short keypress)Navigation key:Scroll to select an option:Previous item/Access to Messages (from the main screen):Next item/Access to Directory (from the main screen),,, MoveAdjust the volume during a callMenu / ConfirmDisplay a message receivedDelete a character (short keypress)Delete all characters (long keypress)Return to the previous screen (short keypress)Mute the ringtone of an incoming call11101Your cellphone ......................Navigation key:Messages:DirectoryMain screenSwitch on/Switch offEnd callReturn to the main screen(short keypress)EarphonePickup / Send callCall memory (shortkeypress)Voicemail (long keypress)Access the menuConfirm an optionClear / Back / Mute the ring toneKeypad lock/unlock(long keypress)Vibrator (long keypress)OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 10

Voicemail message arrived.WAP message alert (OT156 only).Call forwarding activated:your calls are forwarded (see page55).Alarm programmed (see page 46).Signal strength indicator.Preferred tariff areas (1).Keypad lock.Roaming out of your country of subscription.13(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.Consult your voicemail (long keypress)Activate/Deactivate the vibrator (long keypress)Upper case/Lower case/Automatic capitals in edition modeAutomatic keypad lock/unlock (long keypress)Predictive mode/Normal mode/Digits in edition modeAccess the symbols in edition mode1.2 Main screen icons (1)Battery charge level.Vibrator mode:your phone vibrates.Silence mode:your phone neither rings, beeps nor vibratesexcept for the alarms.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 36).12(1) The icons and illustrations in this guide are provided forinformational purposes only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 12

1521•An animation will be on while charging.•It may take several minutes before the chargingstarts.•Do not force the plug into the socket.•The battery icon will take several minutes beforethe level is shown.•Beforeconnecting to the charger, make sure thebattery is inserted correctly.•The mains socket must be near to the phoneand easily accessible (avoid power extensioncables).Charging the battery Inserting the battery231Align the tab on top of the battery with the slot in the battery compartment ofyour phone. Press down the battery until the latch is completely locked.Connect the charger2Getting 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 with a long keypress on the key.14213Before inserting the SIM card into the slot, push the SIM card catch to release it asshown (1-2). Place the SIM card into the slot with care.Make sure the cardnotch is on the upper left hand side.Press and hold down the catch and push it until it is locked.(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.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 14

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 key once to remove the last digit.Press and hold the key to delete all the digits.To enter “+” use the key (long keypress). To enter “W”(pause) use the key (long keypress).A second long keypressdisplays a “P”.Making an emergency call In case of emergency, dial 112 or any other number provided by yournetwork operator. Press the key.Emergency calls can be performed at any time without your SIM card orPIN code. Once the call is made, the screen displays: “SOS call only”.Making an international callMake a long keypress on the key, when “+” is displayed, enter thecountry and area codes, complete the number and send the call.17Before using your phone for the first time, completely chargeyour battery (approximately 3 hours). Only use Alcatel chargers.We recommend charging the battery once a day so that thephone operates at an optimum level.2.2 Switching your telephone ONPress the key (long keypress). A welcome animation is displayed for2 seconds. Type your PIN code if necessary, then confirm with the key.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).16OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 16

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/Enternumber:” (see page 51).To use your voicemail service from abroad, contact your networkoperator before leaving.3.3 Receiving a callWhen you have an incoming call, your phone rings and/or vibratesdepending on the parameters chosen, and displays an animation.-To pick up a call, press the key.-To reject a call, press the key.-To mute the ring, press the key.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.19Call 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.Speed dial (Keys setup)From the main screen, make a long keypress on any key from toto dial one telephone number stored in your directory, or access toa function, providing you have already programmed the key (see page 43).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.18(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 18

Handling two calls•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 current call will be automatically put on hold. You can thenswap between your two correspondents by pressing the key andby selecting the “Swap” option in the menu.•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 thecall.21(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.3.4 During the callAvailable functionsYou can access the following options during a call by pressing the key:Notepad •Enter a number given to you by phone to saveit.Activate mute •Activate/deactivate the microphone.Directory •Access the directory.Messages •Access the messages.Call memory •Access your call memory.Diary (1) •Access your diary.You can adjust the sound level during a call using the navigationkey.20(1) OT156 only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 20

234Call memory ..................From the main screen, press the key and your phone displays a calllist. Each call is displayed with an icon indicating the type of the call(Outgoing calls,Answered calls, Missed calls).Select a telephone number in the list and press the key to redial itor press the key to access the “Call memory”:Create SMS •Create an SMS.Details •Display the information of the call selected.Save number •Store the number in your directory.Delete •Delete the number selected.Delete all •Delete the entire list.You can also access the call memory via the “Call Services/Callmemory” menu.3.5 Conference calls (1)Your phone allows you to talk to 5 people at the same time. When on adouble call: press the key to access the menu and select“Conference”.The conference tone is heard.If a third call comes in, answer it by pressing the key and speak withyour new correspondent.Press the key to access the options menu, select “Add conf.”, andthen confirm by pressing . The new correspondent becomes amember of the conference.The “Conf. members” option allows you to disconnect a member of theconference by selecting “End conference”, or select “Private call” tohave a private call with this member only (other members are put onhold).22(1) Depending on your operator’s network.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 22

Directory:Access/create directory files and make calls from your directory.Messages:Read, write and send your SMS. View your messages in yourinbox, outbox, adjust the settings and activate/deactivate CBbroadcast message reception.Customize:Customize your graphical and audio environment. Set the time,date, language, keypad lock, security mode and network.Tools:Set your telephone’s alarms for appointments, birthdays, etc toremind you or to wake you up.Access the functions such as Diary(1),Calculator,Alarm and Currency converter.25(1) OT156 only.245Menu ......................................5.1 Accessing the menuFrom the main screen, press the key, the menu is displayed as a listwith small icons beside each function.Select the item you require using the navigation keys ( , ), then pressagain to confirm.5.2 Organization of functionsFor each of the listed functions, refer to the appropriate chapter in thisUser Guide.MenuDirectoryMessagesCustomizeToolsOH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 24

27•DIRECTORY -Create-Name list-My numbers•MESSAGES -Predefined -Create SMS-Inbox-Outbox-Archives (1)-Parameters-SMS CB•CUSTOMIZE -Sound settings•Ring tones•Volume•Vibrator•Message alert•Key beeps•Battery alert-Main screen (2)-Graphic.Settings (1)•Download new •Main screen•Atmospheres•Slide show -Other settings•Contrast•Set time•Set date•Language•Keypad lock•Answer mode-Battery saving (1)-Keys setup -Security(1) OT156 only.(2) OT155 only.Call services:Access functions such as: Voicemail number, Call memory, Callsettings, Network, Call Forward and call Barring.Media album (1):All your visual and sound items in your telephone.WAP (1):Access the Internet services with your phone.Games:Play with the 2 or 3 (1) games embedded in your telephone.Operator’s services:Access the Operator services (2).26(1) OT156 only.(2) Depending on your operator’s network.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 26

296Directory..........................The directory allows you to store phone numbers and names (or files)either in the SIM memory and/or the phone memory (1).You may store upto 100 entries in the phone memory (1).6.1 Consulting your directory (2)From the main screen, press the key to access the directory.The phonedisplays:DirectoryCreateAnatoleAnaisBernard(1) OT156 only.(2) By default, the SIM directory is selected. To select a differentdirectory, access from the main menu “Directory/Selectdirector./SIM directory” or “Phone dir.” (OT156 only).28•TOOLS -Calculator-Alarm-Diary (1)- €->currency -Currency->€•CALL SERVICES -Voicemail -Call memory-Call settings•Beep duration•Call waiting•Auto redial•Billing•Conceal ID-Network•Preferred list•Search mode•Parameters (1)-Call forward•Voice calls•Fax calls•Data calls-Call barring (2)•Outgoing calls•Incoming calls•Settings•MEDIA ALBUM (1)-Image album-Melody album-Avail. memory •WAP (1)-Launch WAP-My bookmarks-Settings•GAMES •OPERATOR’S SERV. (2)(1) OT156 only.(2) Depending on your operator’s network.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 28

6.2.1 SIM DirectoryWhen you are in the “SIM directory”, select “Create”, enter the nameand the phone number, then press the to confirm.The created files will be displayed in alphabetical order.If you make a mistake, press the key to erase the lastcharacter. Press and hold the key to erase the whole entry.6.2.2 Phone directory (OT156 only)Select “Create” and enter the name. The telephone prompts you tochoose the type of number (cellphone, office, ...). Make your choice andenter the number.You may also assign that number to a group if you wish.If you want to modify or add a number to the file, select “Details” and thenumber to edit, or “Create” the number.The fax number and e-mail address will be saved, but you canneither send a mail nor a fax.When you have filled in the desired fields, press to save the file.31306.1.1 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.6.1.2 Read a contact fileSelect a name from your directory, press and select “Details”.Theinformation stored will be displayed:-Name and phone number (SIM Directory),-Details: cellphone, home, e-mail... (Phone Directory) (1).6.1.3 Making the callPress the key when the name is selected to make a call.If several numbers are associated with the name to be called, you mustfirst choose the number from the list (1) (Mobile, Home, Office, etc.) usingthe navigation key.6.2 Creating a fileYou can only create a file in the directory (either “SIM directory” or“Phone dir.” (1)) that you have selected.(1) OT156 only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 30

6.4 Available options in the phone directory (OT156 only)The following options will be displayed when the contacts have beencreated in the phone directory:Details •Display the details of the selected contact(name, phone number, office phone orcellphone number, etc).Assign a key (2 to 9) to the selected contact.Copy the file to the SIM directoryCreate SMS •Create a message to send to the selectedcontact.Modify •Modify the data of the selected contact.Select group •Include this contact to a Contact Group.Delete •Delete the selected contact.Delete all •Delete all the contacts in Phone memory.All SIM->phone (1) •Copy all files from SIM to Phone memory.Avail. memory (1) •Display the phone memory space available interms of contacts.Group settings •Assign ring tones & pictures for each ContactsGroups.Select director. •Select the “SIM directory” or “Phonedir.”(1).6.5 My numbersSave your own telephone numbers.336.3 Available options in the SIM directory The following options will be displayed when the contacts have beencreated in the SIM directory:Details •Display the name and phone number.Speed dial •Assign a key (2 to 9) to the selected contact.Create SMS •Create a message to send to the selectedcontact.Modify •Modify the data of the selected contact.Delete •Delete the selected contact.Copy to phone (1) •Copy the file to the telephone directory.All SIM->phone (1) •Copy all files from SIM to Phone memory (1).Select director. •Select the “SIM directory” or “Phonedir.”(1).32(1) OT156 only. (1) OT156 only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 32

357Messages ........................From your telephone, you can read, write, send and receive “SMSmessages” and share them with other cellphones.To access the messages from the main screen, press the top of the keyor press the key and select the (“Messages”) icon.34MenuDirectoryMessagesCustomizeTools7.1 Create an SMSYou can customize your message by adding pictures and sounds.In the “Messages” menu, select “Create SMS” and enter your message.MessagesPredefined Create SMSInboxOutboxPress the key to access the following options.Several recpt. •Send the message to a group of people you havedefined.Send •Send the message to a recipient.Save •Save the message and send it later.Add image •Liven up your message by adding images oranimations.Add sound •Liven up your message by adding sounds.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 34

7.3 OutboxThe last written message saved is displayed on top of the list. Select themessage you want to view and press the key.Press again the key to access the following options:Delete •Delete the message.Forward •Forward the message.Save number •Save the recipient's number.Extract number •Save or use the number contained in themessage.Move->archive (1) •Archive your messages in the telephonememory.Avail. memory •Display the storage capacity of your SIM card oryour telephone (1) in terms of SMS.Delete all •Delete all messages in the outbox.7.4 Predefined messagesA list of predefined messages are available. Select one, edit it if required,and then send it.377.2 InboxSelect the message you want to read and then press .You now haveaccess to the following options:Reply •Reply to the sender of the message by SMS.Forward •Forward the message received to other people.Delete •Delete the message.Save number •Save the sender’s number.Extract number •Save or use the number contained in themessage.Move->archive (1) •Archive your messages in the telephonememory.Delete all •Delete all messages in the inbox.36(1) OT156 only. (1) OT156 only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 36

397.7 SMS CB (Cell Broadcast)These are messages broadcast over the network (weather forecast, trafficconditions, etc..).Auto. reception •Activate /deactivate the automatic display of theprogrammed SMS CB.CB code list •List of SMS CB codes for messages you want toview (“Create” or “CB code list”).7.5 Archives (OT156 only)The “Archives” menu allows you to access messages you have archived.Archived messages are stored in the telephone memory to save memoryspace in the SIM card.7.6 ParametersYou can change the message parameters:Delivery report •Request for acknowledgement of receipt foreach message sent.Validity •Set the time period during which attempts tosend the message to the recipient will berepeated in case of failure.Service center •The phone number of your operator’s servicecenter (it may be provided automatically).Auto. saving •Messages sent will be automatically saved, butyou can choose to not keep them (“Activ./Deact.”).Quick reply •Activate /deactivate the “Quick reply” option,if activated, received SMS are automaticallydisplayed and a keypress on allows toreply directly.38OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 38

8.2 Main screen (OT155 only) Select the image you wish to be displayed as the main screen (1).8.3 Graphic settings (OT156 only) Customize your telephone to suit your own taste via the “Graphic.Settings”.-Choice of main screen (1),-Atmospheres (colors),-Slide show (1).When slideshow is activated, select the pictures with the key to viewthem as a slide show.The slide show starts automatically 30 seconds afterthe main screen is displayed and if there is no message to read (1).8.4 Other settingsAvailable optionsContrast:Set the contrast of your telephone by choosing one of the 5levels proposed.Set time:Enter the time and press the key to save it.Set date:Enter the date and press the key to save it.418Customize........................From the main screen, press the to access the menu then select theicon and select one of the following options in order to customizeyour telephone.8.1 Sounds settingsRing tones: Select a melody to assign to an incoming call. You candownload new melodies “Download new” (OT156 only).Volume:The volume can be adjusted to one of the levels proposed(“Silent” “Low”, “Medium”,“High”, “Increasing”).Vibrator:Activate/deactivate the vibrator.Message alert:Activate/deactivate the sound alert for incomingmessages (a specific melody can be selected).Key beeps:Activate/deactivate the beep played with each keypress.Battery alert:Activate/deactivate the sound emitted when the batterylevel is low.40(1) If format compliant (JPEG).OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 40

8.5 Battery saving (OT156 only)Adjust the settings to save your battery energy using this menu.By default, the “Battery saving” mode is activated to save your battery.You can also set the duration of the backlighting.8.6 Keys setupYou can assign a function or a number that you use frequently, to keysto on the keypad.43LanguageThis feature allows to choose the language in which the messages will bedisplayed.You may, however, choose another language if available.Keypad lockIf this option is activated, the keypad will be automatically locked if no keysare pressed for a certain period of time. The keypad will automaticallyunlock when you receive a call and will lock again when you hang up. Tounlock, make a long keypress on the key.Answer modeYou have two options to answer a call:-Call key:answer the incoming call by pressing the key.-Any key:answer the call by pressing any key.42Keys setup1[Empty]2[Empty]3[Empty]4[Empty]OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 42

Change PINTo change the PIN code, enter the old code then the new one whenprompted (“Enter PIN:” and “Enter new PIN:”).The new PIN code isa number consisting of 4 to 8 digits.You must confirm it by entering it again(“Again please:”).Change PIN2This option allows you to change your PIN2 code. Process as for the PINcode change.FDNEnter your PIN2 code to activate your list of Fixed Dialed Numbers(authorized numbers).FDN numbersCreate a directory of up to 10 numbers that you can delete or modify.4544When they have been programmed, make a long keypress on theappropriate key from the main screen to go directly to the number orfunction desired.8.7 SecurityThis function allows you to display and manage the security settings ofyour telephone. By selecting the function, you will access the followingoptions:PIN code Activate/deactivate the PIN code (Personal Identification Number). It willbe requested each time you switch on your telephone.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 disabled and your phone will display “SIMblocked”. You will then have to enter a PUK (PIN UnblockingKey) code, which you can obtain from your network operator.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 44

9.3 Diary (OT156 only)Your telephone has a diary so that you can create and record events suchas holidays, meetings or tasks to do. From the “Tools” menu, select“Diary”, press then select “Events”.The following options will bedisplayed:Create •Select the type of event to be created (Holidays,Meeting,To Do).Events •View the events (1) created and recorded in yourdiary.They can be edited, deleted, etc.You can also delete all expired events with the “Delete old evts” option.Enter the date, press twice and all events before this date will bedeleted. For example: to delete all events in your diary, enter a date a longtime in the future (for example: 31/12/2010).The Diary shares memory space with other menus such as theDirectory, Image Album, Sound Album etc.The more events yourecord, the less memory will remain for new contacts, etc.47(1) Events are listed with the start date and time.9Tools ................................9.1 CalculatorEnter a number and select the type of operation to be performed usingthe navigation key. Confirm with the key.To enter decimals (“,”), use the key (long keypress). Toreturn to the main screen, press the key (long keypress).9.2 Alarm (1)You can program an alarm with your telephone.Activated/ •Activate or deactivate the alarm.DeactivatedSet time •Set the alarm time :- every day- once (2)- every day except Saturday and Sunday (2).Alarm mode •Select the alarm mode from the following:- Melody: select the desired ring tone for thisalarm.- BuzzerSnooze (2) •If you choose this option, the alarm will go offin regular intervals of 7 minutes. When thealarm goes off, press the key to stop itcompletely and then confirm by pressing againthe key, otherwise, the alarm will repeatevery 7 minutes during one hour.46(1) 3 alarms on OT156.(2) OT156 only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 46

Delete a one-off or repeated event To delete a one-off event, select the event and press twice, choose“Delete” and then confirm once more.To delete a repeated event that has expired,select the event.When thedata (date, time, subject etc.) of the event is displayed, press thenselect “Delete” and confirm by pressing once more. Only the pastoccurrences of the selected event are deleted.To delete a repeated event that has not expired,select the event andpress . When the data (date, time, subject etc.) of an event isdisplayed, select “Delete” and press to confirm. All repetitions ofthe event will be deleted.49Create a new eventYou can program an event (Holidays, Meeting,To Do etc.) at a certain dateand time.Select “Create” and press .Then select “Holidays”, “Meeting” or“To d o ” and confirm by pressing . Enter a start and an end date forthe event, enter the subject and define whether the event is a one-off orrepeated (everyday/week/month/year).You can program an alarm as a reminder using the “Set reminder”function.Modify an eventSelect the event and press .When the details of the event are displayed, press and choose"Modify". Confirm by pressing once you have made the change.48OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 48

5110 Call services ..................10.1 VoicemailModify the number of your voicemail.10.2 Call memoryAccess the following number lists:Outgoing calls •List of the last calls made.Answered calls •List of calls received and answered.Missed calls •List of unanswered calls received.509.4 Converter (1)The “Currency->€” menu allows you to convert an old local currencyinto Euros by entering the amount then pressing to display theconverted amount.The “€->currency” menu allows you to convert an amount in Euros intoan old local currency by entering this amount then pressing todisplay the converted amount.The currency used for conversion will be the one in your country ofsubscription.(1) Euro zone countries only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 50

53Billing (1)-Total duration •Display the duration of All incoming calls or Alloutgoing calls.-Reset duration •Reset the cumulative duration for all calls.-Total cost •Display the cost of the last call or all calls made.The available credit function shows the amountremaining as a proportion of the “Max.credit”.-Reset costs •Reset the total call cost.-Unit cost •- Choice of currency, enter the currency.- Choice of unit, enter the Telecom unit.-Max. credit •Set a maximum credit beyond which all chargedcalls will be barred.Conceal ID (CLIR) (1)Yo u can choose to hide your identity (or your telephone number) fromthe person you are calling.-Hide identity •Hide your telephone number.-Show identity •Show your telephone number-Status •Check the current Anonymous status.(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.If you select a number from the call memory list and press , you canaccess the following options:Create SMS •Send a message to the selected number.Details •View the details of the call (number, date, timeetc.).Save number •Store the selected number in your directory.Delete •Delete the selected number.Delete all •Delete the entire list.10.3 Call settingsBeep durationActivate/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.52(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 52

5510.5 Call forwardThis function enables you to activate/cancel or check the call forwardingof voice/fax/data calls to the voicemail or any specified number (enter thenumber or select the name and confirm with the key) according tothe following options:Unconditional •Systematic forwarding of all your calls. The icon is displayed on the idle screen.If no reply •Only if you do not answer.If unreachable •Only if you are outside the range of thenetwork.If busy •Only if your line is busy.Conditional •If your line is busy, if you do not answer, if youare outside the network range.Status •See the actual setting.5410.4 NetworkPreferred listCreate a list of networks to which you wish to be connected as a priority.A list will be displayed. Press to add a network to the list.Search mode-Automatic •The network sought is the last one used.-Manual •The choice of network is left up to the user.ParametersYou can set or modify your WAP access settings.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 54

11 Media album (OT156 only) ......To access the “Media album” menu from the main screen, press and select “Media album”. The Multimedia Album groups together allvisual and sound items in your phone, whether they be imbedded,downloaded or recorded.The options of this menu are:“Image album”,“Melody album” and “Avail. memory”.11.1 Image albumThis menu allows you to manage and display the images that areembedded or downloaded in your cellphone.Select an image and press to access the following options:->Main screen (1) •Display the image as the main screen.Rename (2) •Change the name of the image.Delete (2) •Delete the image.Delete all (2) •Delete all images.When you are browsing images in fullscreen mode, you can switch to theimages list by going .When in list, you can go back to fullscreen by going.57(1) If format compliant (JPEG).(2) For downloaded images only.5610.6 Call barring Outgoing calls •Activate/deactivate or display the call barring ofoutgoing calls.This option is applied as follows:All (1) •All outgoing calls are barred.International (1) •Outgoing international calls are barred.Except->home •Outgoing international calls except those toyour country of subscription are barred.Incoming calls •Activate/deactivate or display the call barring ofincoming calls.This option is applied as follows:All (1) •All incoming calls are barred.If abroad (1) •Incoming calls are barred when you are abroad.Settings •Deactivate all call barring options you havesetup.Cancel outgng. •Cancel all outgoing call barring.Cancel incomg. •Cancel all incoming call barring.Change passwd •Change the password.(1) Contact your network operator to check service availability.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 56

6514 Characters table ................To enter a word in normal mode, press the key corresponding to thedesired letter several times until the letter appears.KeyUpper case Lower case13.3 Brain Activity (1)The aim of "Brain Activity" is to guess the combination of variousgeometric forms.The player guesses a combination of shapes using the scroll keys andnumber keys and confirm by pressing the key.Pawns are displayed on the left of the screen after each guess:-no pawn: the form is not in the final combination,-red pawn: the form is in the final combination but at a different location,-green pawn: the form is in the final combination and at the same location.The game is over when the player has guessed the combination or noother attempts are allowed.There are 3 levels (select using ):-easy: 6 possible forms + location of correction pawns matching thepawn’s location.-average: 6 possible forms + location of correction pawns not matchingthe pawn’s location.-difficult: 7 possible forms + location of correction pawns not matchingthe pawn’s location.64(1) OT156 only.Access the symbol tables or 0 (see below)Predictive/Normal/Digits in edition modeUpper case/Lower case/Automatic capitals in edition modePredictive input Normal input Numeric inputAccess the symbol Short keypress:Access Short keypress: 0tables the symbol tables Long keypress:AccessLong keypress: 0 the symbol tablesOH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 64

67The predictive mode allows you to type your messages more quicklywithout the need to press the same key several times.Simply press the key required and the phone will suggest the mostcommon words from the dictionary.Confirm the suggested word by pressing the or key (confirm andinsert a space at the end of the word), key (confirm and add apunctuation mark at the end of the word) or key (confirm withoutspace adding).Press the key to exit the predictive mode anytime.Symbols tablesYou have 3 symbols tables. Press the key to display the symbolstable. Use the and keys to move from one table to the other. Todisplay a character, access the desired table and press the keycorresponding to the character.For example, select Table 1 and press the key to display “?”.661 . 2 , 3 ?4 : 5 ; 6 !7 " 8 ' 9 @1 + 2 - 3 =4 * 5 / 6 %7 < 8 > 9 #1 $ 2 £ 3 ¥4 & 5 ¡ 6 ¿7 ( 8 ) 9 _Symbol table 1 Symbol table 2 Symbol table 3OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 66

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.696815Telephone 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,OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:51 Page 68

17Troubleshooting..................Before contacting the after-sales service, we advise you to perform thefollowing checks:My cellphone 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 cellphone in accordance with the recommended conditions of use717016Accessories (1) ......................(1) Depending on availability.Only use your telephone with Alcatel batteries, chargers andaccessories compatible with your model.BatteryBB 10475HeadsetM13Cigar lighter chargerC56ChargerC55OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:52 Page 70

Unable to make outgoing calls•Make sure you have dialed a valid number and pressed the key•For international calls, make sure you have entered the country and area codes•Make sure your cellphone is connected to a network, and that the network is notoverloaded or unavailable•Check your subscription with your operator (credit, SIM card valid, etc.)•Make sure you have not barred outgoing calls (see page 56)Unable to receive incoming calls•Make sure your cellphone is switched on and connected to a network (check foroverloaded or unavailable network)•Check your subscription with your operator (credit, SIM card valid, etc.)•Make sure you have not forwarded incoming calls (see page 55)•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 73My cellphone turns off by itself•Check that your keypad is locked when you are not using your cellphone•Check the battery charge levelMy cellphone 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 cellphone 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 54)•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 scratched72OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:52 Page 72

I am unable to send and receive messages•Check your phone memory as it might be full, if necessary, delete some messages(see page 36)•Contact your network operator to check service availability, see parameters (seepage 38)•Verify the server center number with your operator•The server center 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)75I 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 dialed•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 countryI 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 directory (1)My 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 busy74(1) OT156 only.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:52 Page 74

3rd cover76Creative pocketYour phone comes with a pocket in which you can insert a picture tocustomize your phone.OH1_UM_AM_GB-03-02-05 3/02/05 17:52 Page 76

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