ALCATEL Mobile Phones OT-660A Cell Phone User Manual


 
2) not being compliant with technical and safety standards applicable
in the geographical area where the equipment is used,
3) improper maintenance of sources of energy, and of the overall
electric installation,
4) accidents or consequences of theft of the vehicle in which the
cellphone is transported, acts of vandalism, lightning,fire,humidity,
infiltration of liquids,inclement weather,
5) connecting to or integrating into the cellphone any equipment not
supplied or not recommended by TCT Mobile Limited or its
affiliates,without their express written consent for such,
6) any servicing, modification or repair performed by individuals not
authorized by TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates, the vendor or
the approved maintenance centre,
7) use of the cellphone and/or its accessory for apurpose other than
that for which it was designed,
8) normal wear,
9) malfunctions caused by external causes (e.g., radio interference
from other equipment,power voltage fluctuations),
10) modifications made to the equipment even if required by changes
in regulations and/or modification of network parameters,
11) faulty connections resulting from unsatisfactory radio transmission
or caused by the absence of radio relay coverage.
12) equipment on which markings or serial numbers have been
removed or altered, and handsets on which labels have been
removed or deteriorated shall be excluded from the warranty.
In accordance with the applicable law, your product is warranted
against hidden defects (defects inherent in the design, manufacture,
etc.).
There are no express warranties,whether written or oral,other than
this printed limited warranty, express or implied, of any nature
whatsoever.
In no event shall TCT Mobile Limited or its affiliates be liable for
incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever,
including but not limited to trading loss, commercial loss, to the full
extent those damages can be disclaimed by law.Some countries/states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so the
preceding limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Troubleshooting....................
Before contacting the aftersales department,you are advised to follow
the instructions below:
You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to
optimize its performance.
You are advised to fully charge ( ) the battery for optimal
operation.
Avoid storing large amounts of data in your telephone as this may
affect the performance of your telephone.
and carry out the following checks:
My cellphone will 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 your telephone back on
My phone has not responded for 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 use
My cellphone turns off by itself
Check that your keypad is locked when you are not using your
cellphone
Check the battery charge level
My cellphone has a low level of autonomy
Make sure you respected the complete charge timing (minimum 3
hours)
After a partial charge, the battery level indicator may not be exact.
Wait for at least 20 minutes after removing thecharger to obtain an
exact indication
My cellphone will not charge properly
Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; the
battery charge indicator can take several minutes and may be
accompanied by a quiet whistling sound
Make sure charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C
+40°C)
Make sure your battery is inserted. It must be inserted before
plugging in the charger
Make sure you are using anAlcatel battery and charger
When abroad,check that the electrical current is compatible
My cellphone will not connect to a network
Try connecting in another location
Verify the network coverage with your operator
Check with your operator that your SIM card is valid
Try selecting the available network(s) manually
Try connecting at a later time if the network is overloaded
SIM card error
Make sure the SIM card has been correctly inserted
Verify with your operator that your SIM card is 3V compatible;the
old 5V SIM cards cannot be used
Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched
Unable to make outgoing calls
Make sure you have dialled a valid number and press the key
For international calls, check the country and area codes
Make sure your cellphone is connected to a network, and that the
network is not overloaded or unavailable
Check your subscription status with your operator (credit,SIM card
valid,etc.)
Make sure you have not barred outgoing calls
- Reorient orrelocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase theseparation between the equipment andreceiver.
- Connectthe equipmentinto an outlet on acircuitdifferent from thatto which the
receiver isconnected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.
For the receiver devices associated with the operation of a licensed radio service
(e.g.FM broadcast),they bear the following statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that thisdevice does not cause harmful interference.
For other devices,they bear the following statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not causeharmful interference
(2) thisdevicemust acceptanyinterference received,including interference thatmay
cause undesired operation.
Yourcellphoneis equippedwitha built-inantenna.Foroptimal operation,you should
avoid touching it or degrading it.
As cellphone devices offer a range of functions,they can be used in positionsother
than against your ear.In such circumstances the device will be compliant with the
guidelineswhen usedwithheadset.Ifyouarenotusing headsetensurethatwhatever
productisused isfreeof anymetal andthatit positionsthephone atleast2 cmaway
from the body.
LICENCES
Obigo® is a registered trademark of ObigoAB.
microSD Logo is a trademark.
The Bluetooth word markand logos areowned by the Bluetooth
SIG,Inc.andany useof such marksbyTCTMobile Limited andits
affiliates is underlicense.Other trade marksand trade names are
those of their respective owners.
OT-660A Bluetooth QD ID B014211.
T9Text Input is licensedunder one or more of the following:U.S.
Pat. Nos. 5,187,480, 5,818,437, 5,945,928, 5,953,541, 6,011,554,
6,286,064, 6,307,548, 6,307,549, and 6,636,162, 6,646,573;
European Pat. Nos. 0 842 463 (96927260.8), 1 010 057
(98903671.0),1 018 069 (98950708.2);and additional patents are
pending worldwide.
Java™ and all Java™ based trademarks and logos are trademarks
or registered trademarksof Sun Microsystems,Inc.in theU.S.and
other countries.
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Unable to receive incoming calls
Make sure your cellphone is switched on and connected to a
network (check for overloaded or unavailable network)
Check your subscription status with your operator (credit,SIM card
valid,etc.)
Make sure you have not forwarded incoming calls
Make sure that you have not barred certain calls
The 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 number
The 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 level
I am unable to use the features described in the manual
Check with your operator to make sure that your subscription
includes this service
Make 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 country
I am unable to create a file in my directory
Make sure that your SIM card directory is not full;delete some files
or save the files in the product directory (i.e. your professional or
personal directories)
My callers are unable to leave messages on my voicemail
Contact your network operator to check service availability
I cannot access my voicemail
Make sure your operator’s voicemail number is correctly entered in
My Numbers
Try later if the network is busy
I am unable to send and receive messages MMS,Vox MMS
Check your phone memory available as it might be full
Contact your network operator to check service availability and
check MMS parameters
Verify the server center number or your MMS profile with your
operator
The server center may be saturated;try again later
The icon is displayed on my standby screen
You have saved too many short messages on your SIM card; delete
some of them or archive them in the product memory
“No service” is displayed
You are outside of the network coverage area
I have already entered 3 incorrect PIN codes
Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK code (Personal
Unblocking Key)
I am unable to connect my telephone to my computer
Install first of allAlcatel’s PC suite
Use “Install the connection” and perform the installation
Check that your computer meets the requirements forAlcatel’s PC
Suite installation
I am unable to download new files
Check for free space
Delete some files
Select the MicroSD Card to store the files you downloaded
Check your subscription status with your operator
The phone can’t be detected by others via Bluetooth
Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and your cellphone is visible
to other users
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Telephone warranty ............
Congratulations on choosing this cellphone - we hope that you will be
completely satisfied with it.
Your cellphone is guaranteed against any deviation from technical
specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date
specified on your original invoice, subject to any other specific
provisions
(1)
.
The warranty terms defined in the manual also apply to the battery
and accessories sold with the cellphone but for a period of six (6)
months
(2)
from the date of purchase shown on your original invoice.
Under the terms of this warranty,you must immediately inform your
vendor (or any repair centre approved byTCT Mobile Limited or its
affiliates, which are listed on our website http://www.alcatel-
mobilephones.com) in case of a conformity defect on your cellphone,
and present the invoice given to you at the time of purchase.The
vendor or repair centre will decide whether to replace or repair, as
appropriate, all or any part of the cellphone or accessory found to be
defective; this warranty covers the cost of parts and labour but
excludes any other costs. Repair or replacement may be carried out
using reconditioned components offering equivalent functionality.
Servicing under the terms of this warranty, especially repair,
modification or replacement of products, shall entitle to a ONE
(1)
month warranty unless there are statutory provisions to the contrary.
This warranty shall not apply to damage or defects to your cellphone
and/or accessory caused by:
1) not following the instructions for use or installation,
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(1)
The mandatory warranty period may vary if overriding statutory
provisions are applicable in your jurisdiction.
(2)
The life of a rechargeable cellphone battery in terms of
conversation time,standby time,and total service life,will depend
on the conditions of use and network configuration. Batteries
being considered expendable supplies,the specifications state that
you should obtain optimal performance for your cellphone during
the first six months after purchase and for approximately 200
more recharges.
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1)
Contact your network operator for service availability.
Safety and use ......................
Werecommend thatyoureadthis chapter carefully beforeusing your cellphone.The
manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage,which may result as a consequence
of improper useor use contrary to the instructions containedherein.
TRAFFIC SAFETY:
Given that studies show that using a cellphone while driving a vehicle constitutes a
real risk, even when the hands-free kit is used (car kit, headset...), drivers are
requested to refrain from using their cellphone when the vehicle is not parked.
Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones and their
accessoriesin theareaswhereyou drive.Alwaysobeythem.Theuse ofthese devices
may beprohibited or restricted in certain areas.
Whendriving,donot useyourcellphone andheadphone tolisten tomusicor tothe
radio.Usinga headphone can be dangerousand forbidden in some areas.
When switched on, your cellphone emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere
with the vehicle’s electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags.To
ensure that there is no problem:
- do not place your cellphone on top of the dashboard or within an airbag
deployment area,
- check with your car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the car’s
electronic devices are shielded from cellphone RF energy.
CONDITIONS OF USE:
You are advised to switch off the cellphone from time to time to optimize its
performance.
Switch the cellphone offbefore boarding an aircraft to avoid prosecution.
Switch the cellphone off when you are in health care facilities,except in designated
areas.As with many other types of equipment now in regular use, cellphones can
interfere with other electrical or electronic devices, or equipment using radio
frequency.
Switch thecellphone offwhen you arenear gasor flammableliquids.Strictlyobey all
signs and instructionsposted in afuel depot,gas station,or chemical plant,orin any
potentially explosive atmosphere.
Whenthe cellphoneisswitchedon,itshouldbekeptat least15cmfromany medical
device such as a pacemaker,a hearing aid or insulin pump.In particular when using
the cellphone you shouldhold it against the ear on the opposite side to the device,
if any.
Toavoid hearing impairment,answer the call before holding your cellphone to your
ear.Also move the handset away from your ear while using the“hands-free” option
because the amplifiedvolume might cause hearing damage.
Do not let small children use your cellphone without supervision.
When replacing the cover please note that your cellphone may contain substances
that could create an allergic reaction.
Alwayshandle your cellphone with care and keepit in a clean and dust-free place.
Do not allow your cellphone to be exposed to adverse weather or environmental
conditions (moisture, humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc.). The
manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature range is -10°C to +55°C (the
max value depends ondevice,materials and housing paint/texture).
Over 55°C the legibility of the cellphone’s display may be impaired, though this is
temporary and not serious.
Do not open orattempt to repair your cellphone yourself.
Do not drop,throwor try to bendyour cellphone.
Do not paint it.
Use only batteries, battery chargers, and accessories which are recommended by
TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates and are compatible with your cellphone
model.TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates disclaim any liability for damage caused
by the useof other chargers or batteries.
Your cellphone should not be disposed of in a municipal waste. 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 cellphone.
Some people may suffer epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flashing
lights,or when playing videogames.These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a
personnever hada previousseizure orblackout.Ifyouhaveexperiencedseizures or
blackouts,or if you have a family history of such occurrences,please consult your
doctor before playing video games on your cellphone or enabling a flashing-lights
feature on your cellphone. Parents should monitor their children’s use of video
games or other features that incorporate flashing lights on the cellphones. All
persons should discontinue use and consult a doctor if any of the following
symptoms occur:convulsion,eye or muscletwitching,loss of awareness,involuntary
movements,or disorientation.To limit the likelihood of such symptoms, please take
the following safety precautions:
- Do not play or use a flashing-lightsfeature if you are tired orneed sleep.
- Take a minimum of a15-minute break hourly.
- Play in awell lit environment.
- Play at thefarthest distance possible from the screen.
When you play gameson your cellphone,you may experience occasionaldiscomfort
in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow these
instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome,or other
musculoskeletal disorders:
- Take a minimum of a15-minute break every hour ofgame playing.
- If your hands,wrists,orarmsbecome tiredorsore whileplaying,stop andrestfor
several hours before playing again.
- If youcontinue tohavesorehands,wrists,orarmsduring orafterplaying,stop the
game and see adoctor.
Prolonged exposure to music at full volume on the music player may cause
the listener’s hearing impairment. Adjust the volume before placing
headphones onor in your ear.Only use headphonesrecommended byTCT
Mobile Limited and itsaffiliates.
PRIVACY:
Pleasenotethatyoumustrespectthelawsandregulationsinforceinyourjurisdiction
or other jurisdiction(s) where you will use your cellphone regarding taking
photographs and recording sounds with your cellphone. Pursuant to such laws and
regulations, it may be strictly forbidden to take photographs and/or to record the
voicesofotherpeopleoranyof theirpersonalattributes,and reproduce ordistribute
them,asthis maybe considered to be an invasion of privacy.
It is the user's sole responsibility to ensure that prior authorization be obtained, if
necessary, in order to record private or confidential conversations or take a
photograph of another person; the manufacturer, the seller or vendor of your
cellphone (including the operator) disclaim any liability which may result from the
improper use ofthe cellphone.
BATTERYANDACCESSORIES:
Before removing the battery from your cellphone, please make sure that the
cellphone is switchedoff.
Observe the followingprecautions for battery use:
- Do not attempt to openthe battery (due tothe risk of toxicfumes and burns).
- Do not puncture,disassemble orcause a short-circuit in a battery,
- Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in the garbage or store it at
temperatures above 60°C.
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental
regulations.Only use the battery for the purpose for which it was designed.Never
usedamaged batteriesorthose notrecommendedbyTCTMobileLimited and/or its
affiliates.
This symbol onyour cellphone,thebattery andthe accessoriesmeans
that these products must be taken to collection points at the end of
their life:
- Municipalwaste disposalcenters withspecific bins for theseitems of
equipment
- Collection bins atpoints of sale.
They will then be recycled, preventing substances being disposed of in the
environment,sothat their components can be reused.
In European Union countries:
Thesecollection points areaccessible free ofcharge. Allproductswiththissign must
be brought tothese collection points.
In non European Union jurisdictions:
Items of equipment with this symbol are not be thrown into ordinary bins if your
jurisdictionor yourregion hassuitable recycling andcollection facilities;insteadthey
are to betaken to collection pointsfor them to be recycled.
In the United States you may learn more about CTIA’s Recycling Program at
www.recyclewirelessphones.com
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGERS
HomeA.C.chargers will operate within thetemperature range of:0°C to40°C.
The chargers designed for your cellphone meet with the standard for safety of
information technology equipment and office equipment use. Due to different
applicable electrical specifications,a charger you purchased in one jurisdiction may
not work in another jurisdiction.They should be used forthis purpose only.
Characteristics of power supply (depending on the country):
Travel charger: Input:100-240V,50/60 Hz,0.15A
Output:5V,500 mA
Battery: Lithium 750 mAh
RADIOWAVES:
THISCELLPHONEMEETSTHEGOVERNMENT’SREQUIREMENTS FOREXPOSURE
TORADIOWAVES.
Yourcellphoneisa radiotransmitterand receiver.Itisdesigned andmanufacturednot to
exceedtheemission limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF)energy.These limits are
part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the
general population.The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by
independentscientificorganizationsthroughperiodicandthoroughevaluationofscientific
studies.These guidelinesincludea substantialsafetymargindesigned toensure the safety
ofallpersons,regardless of ageandhealth.
The exposure standard for cellphones employs a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate,or SAR.The SAR limit set by public authorities such as the
Federal Communications Commission of the US Government (FCC), or by Industry
Canada,is 1.6W/kg averaged over 1 gram of body tissue.Tests for SAR are conducted
using standard operating positions withthe cellphone transmitting at its highest certified
powerlevel in alltestedfrequencybands.
AlthoughtheSARisdeterminedatthehighestcertifiedpower level,theactualSARlevelof
the cellphone while operating can be well below the maximum value.This is because the
cellphoneisdesignedtooperateatmultiplepowerlevelssoastouseonlythepowerrequired
toreach thenetwork.Ingeneral,thecloser you aretoa wireless base station antenna,the
lowerthepoweroutputofthecellphoneBeforeacellphonemodelisavailableforsaletothe
public,compliancewithnationalregulationsandstandardsmustbeshown.
While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various cellphones and at
various positions,they allmeetthegovernmentrequirement forRFexposure.Forbody-
wornoperation,thecellphonemeetsFCCRFexposureguidelinesprovidedthatitisused
withanon-metallicaccessorywiththehandsetatleast1.5cmfromthebody.Useofother
accessoriesmay notensurecompliancewith FCCRFexposure guidelines.
TheWorld Health Organization (WHO) considers that present scientific information
does notindicate theneed foranyspecial precautions foruseof cellphones.If individuals
are concerned,they might choose tolimit their own or theirchildren'sRF exposure by
limitingthelengthofcalls,orusing"hands-free"devicestokeepcellphonesawayfromthe
head and body.(fact sheet n°193).AdditionalWHO information about electromagnetic
fieldsandpublichealthareavailableonthefollowingwebsite:http://www.who.int/peh-emf.
Note:Thisequipmenthas beentestedandfound to comply withthelimits fora ClassB
digital devicepursuant to part15 of the FCCRules.These limits aredesigned to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipmentgenerates,uses andcan radiate radiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledand
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.However,thereis no guaranteethatinterferenceto radioor television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouragedtotrytocorrecttheinterferencebyoneormoreofthefollowingmeasures:
General information ............
Website:www.alcatel-mobilephones.com
Hot Line Number: see “TCT Mobile Services” leaflet or go to
o
ur Internet site.
On our Internet site, you will find our FAQ (Frequently Asked
Q
uestions) section. You can also contact us by e-mail to ask any
questions you may have.
An electronic version ofthis user guide isavailable in Englishand other
languages according to availability on our server: www.alcatel-
m
obilephones.com
Your cellphone is a transceiver that operates on GSM networks with
8
50 and 1900 MHz bands.
Protection against theft
(1)
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our cellphone is identified by an IMEI (cellphone serial number)
shown on the packaging label and in the product’s memory. We
recommend that you note the number the first time you use your
cellphone by entering *#06# and keep it in a safe place. It may be
requested by the police or your operator if your cellphone is stolen.
This number allows your cellphone to be blocked preventing a third
person from using it, even with a different SIM card.
Disclaimer
There may be certain differences between theuser manual description
and the cellphone’s operation, depending on the software release of
your cellphone or specific operator services.
English - CJB30T0ALAAB
Thehighest SARvalue forthis modelcellphonewhen testedis 1.16W/Kgfor useat the
earand 1.13W/Kgfor useclose to thebody.