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This is a shared user manual for 6055K, 6055P, 6055Y, 6055I, 6055B, 6055H,
6070Y, and 6070K.

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Safety and use ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
General information ���������������������������������������������������������������� 15
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Your mobile �����������������������������������������������������������������������17
1.1
Keys and connectors ................................................................................17
1.2
Getting started ..........................................................................................21
1.3
Home screen ..............................................................................................22
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Text input ���������������������������������������������������������������������������31
2.1
Using the Onscreen Keyboard ...............................................................31
2.2
Text editing .................................................................................................32
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Call, Call log and Contacts �����������������������������������������������33
3.1
Call ................................................................................................................33
3.2
Call log .........................................................................................................39
3.3
Contacts ......................................................................................................39
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Messaging and Email���������������������������������������������������������45
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Messaging ....................................................................................................45
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Email .............................................................................................................50
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Calendar & Time & Calculator ����������������������������������������52
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Calendar ......................................................................................................52
5.2
Time ............................................................................................................54
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Calculator ....................................................................................................57
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Getting connected ������������������������������������������������������������58
6.1
Connecting to the Internet ....................................................................58
6.2
Browser .......................................................................................................60
6.3
Connecting to Bluetooth devices..........................................................66
6.4
Connecting to a computer .....................................................................68
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Note: This is a shared user manual for 6055K, 6055P, 6055Y, 6055I, 6055B, 6055H, 6070Y, and 6070K. Table of Contents Safety and use ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 General information ���������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Your mobile �����������������������������������������������������������������������17 Keys and connectors ................17 Getting started ..................21 Home screen ....................22 Text input ���������������������������������������������������������������������������31...
  • Page 2 Sharing your phone's mobile data connection ........68 Connecting to virtual private networks ..........70 Connecting with devices through NFC ..........71 Multimedia applications ���������������������������������������������������72 Camera/Camcorder ..................72 Gallery ......................75 Music ......................77 Others ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������79 File Manager ....................79 Sound Recorder ..................79 Compass ......................79 Boost ......................80 Radio ......................80 Waves MaxxAudio ..................81 Other applications ..................81...
  • Page 3 11 Making the most of your phone ������������������������������������100 11.1 Smart Suite ....................100 11.2 Upgrade .....................101 12 Accessories ����������������������������������������������������������������������103 13 Warranty ��������������������������������������������������������������������������104 14 Troubleshooting ��������������������������������������������������������������� 106 15 Specifications(IDOL 4) ���������������������������������������������������� 111 This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 2.0 W/kg. The specific maximum SAR values can be found on page 8 of this user guide.
  • Page 4: Safety And Use

    Safety and use ������������������������������ We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your phone. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained herein. •...
  • Page 5 Do not let children use the phone and/or play with the telephone and accessories without supervision. If your phone has a removable cover, note that your phone may contain substances that could create an allergic reaction. If your phone is a unibody device, the back cover and battery are not removable. If you disassemble your phone the warranty will not apply.
  • Page 6 - Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep. - Take a minimum of a 15-minute break hourly. - Play in a room in which all lights are on. - Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen. - If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
  • Page 7 Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental regulations. Only use the battery for the purpose for which it was designed. Never use damaged batteries or those not recommended by TCL Communication Ltd. and/ or its affiliates. For unibody device: Please note your phone is a unibody device, the back cover and battery are not removable.
  • Page 8: Radio Waves

    Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. The highest SAR values under the ICNIRP guidelines for this device model are: 6055K: Maximum SAR for this model and conditions under which it was recorded�...
  • Page 9 Administration have stated that if people are concerned and want to reduce their exposure they could use a hands-free device to keep the phone away from the head and body during phone calls, or reduce the amount of time spent on the phone. For more information you can go to www.alcatel-mobile.com...
  • Page 10 Additional information about electromagnetic fields and public health are available on the following site: http://www.who.int/peh-emf. Your telephone is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you should avoid touching it or degrading it. As mobile devices offer a range of functions, they can be used in positions other than against your ear.
  • Page 11 SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by TCL Communication Ltd. and its affiliates is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ALCATEL 6055K Bluetooth Declaration ID XXXXX ALCATEL 6070K Bluetooth Declaration ID D029817 SwiftKey is a registered trademark of TouchType Ltd.
  • Page 12 You may download the source codes from http://sourceforge.net/projects/alcatel/ files/. The provision of the source code is free of charge from internet. We hereby point out that the end user warranty for infringement IPR is solely limited to the EU. If and to the extent that the Product is exported, taken with or used by end...
  • Page 13: Regulatory Information

    • Regulatory information The following approvals and notices apply in specific regions as noted.
  • Page 14: General Information

    This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The entire copy of the Declaration of Conformity for your telephone can be obtained through our website: www.alcatel-mobile.com. Protection against theft Your telephone is identified by an IMEI (phone serial number) shown on the packaging label and in the phone’s memory.
  • Page 15 Disclaimer There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the phone’s operation, depending on the software release of your telephone or specific operator services. TCL Communication shall not be held legally responsible for such differences, if any, nor for their potential consequences, which responsibility shall be borne by the operator exclusively.This handset may contain materials, including applications and software in executable or source code form, which is submitted by third parties for inclusion in this...
  • Page 16: Your Mobile

    Your mobile ��������������������������� 1�1 Keys and connectors Headset connector Microphone Sensor LED indicator/ Front camera Front flashlight Boom Key Touch screen Overview key Home key Back key Bottom microphone Micro-USB connector...
  • Page 17: Home Key

    Camera Flash/Flashlight Camera Volume key Power key SIM card slot/microSD Speaker card slot Overview key • Touch to switch between individual app activities and documents. Home key • From any application or screen, touch to return to the Home screen. • Long press to turn on Google Now.
  • Page 18: Power Key

    Power key • Press: Lock the screen/Light up the screen. • Press and hold: Show the popup menu to select from Power off/Restart/Aeroplane mode. • Press and hold the Power key and Volume up key to reset. • Press and hold the Power key and Volume down key to make a screenshot.
  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Boom Key If Boom Key is enabled, • From Home screen, press the key to show weather effect. • Press the key to instantly take a photo when your phone is locked. • Press and hold the key to take burst shot when your phone is locked.
  • Page 20: Home Screen

    Charging the battery You are advised to fully charge the battery ( ). Charging status is indicated by a percentage displayed on screen while the phone is powered off. The percentage increases as the phone is charged. To reduce power consumption and energy waste when the battery is fully charged, disconnect your charger from the plug;...
  • Page 21: Status Bar

    Status bar • Status/Notification indicators • Touch and drag down to open the notification panel. Search bar • Touch  to enter text search screen. • Touch  to enter voice search screen. Touch an icon to open an application, folder, etc. Favourite tray applications • Touch to enter the application.
  • Page 22 Drag Place your finger on the screen to drag an object to another location. Slide/Swipe Slide the screen to scroll up and down the applications, images, and web pages. You can slide the screen horizontally too. The device also supports one finger zooming in the Camera and Gallery functions.
  • Page 23: Notification Panel

    Touch and drag up to close it. When there are notifications, you can touch them to access notifications. Notification panel When there are notifications, touch and drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel to read more detailed information. Touch to switch to the quick settings panel.
  • Page 24: Search Bar

    Touch to enter user screen to edit and save owner's name, phone number, and other information. Touch to customise your Quick settings panel. Touch to access Settings, where you can set more items. 1�3�3 Search bar The phone provides a Search function which can be used to locate information within applications, the phone or the web.
  • Page 25 Search by text  • Touch the Search bar from the Home screen. • Enter the text/phrase you want to search for. • Touch the icon on the keyboard if you want to search on the web. Search by voice  • Touch from the Search bar to display a dialog screen.
  • Page 26 • Speak the word/phrase you want to search for. A list of search results will display for you to select from. 1�3�4 Lock/Unlock your screen To protect your phone and privacy, you can lock the phone screen by choosing slide or creating a pattern, PIN or password, etc. To create a screen unlock pattern (refer to section “Screen lock”...
  • Page 27: Personalise Your Home Screen

    Double touch to enter the detailed screen Swipe up to unlock the screen Swipe left Swipe right to enter to enter Camera Voice search 1�3�5 Personalise your Home screen You can long press a folder, an application or a widget to activate the Move mode, and drag the item to your preferred Home screen.
  • Page 28 Wallpaper customisation Long press the empty area in the Home screen, then touch WALLPAPERS to customise wallpaper. 1�3�6 Widgets, Onetouch Stream, and recently-used applications Consult widgets Long press the empty area in the Home screen, then touch WIDGETS to display all widgets. Touch the selected widget and slide it to move to your preferred screen.
  • Page 29: Volume Adjustment

    Touch one thumbnail and slide it right/left or touch X to close the application. Touch at the bottom of the screen to close all the running applications. Onetouch Stream Swipe right from the Home screen to get weather and event information, wallpapers, etc.
  • Page 30: Text Input

    Text input ������������������������������ 2�1 Using the Onscreen Keyboard Onscreen Keyboard settings Touch Settings\Language & input, touch the keyboard you want to set up and a series of settings will become available. Adjust the Onscreen Keyboard orientation Turn the phone sideways or upright to adjust the onscreen keyboard orientation.
  • Page 31: Text Editing

    2�2 Text editing You can edit the texts you entered. • Long press or double touch within the texts you want to edit. • Drag the tabs to change the checked texts. • The following options will show: SELECT ALL, CUT, COPY and SHARE.
  • Page 32: Call, Call Log And Contacts

    Call, Call log and Contacts �� 3�1 Call ��������������������������������������������������������������� 3�1�1 Making a call You can launch a call by using Call. Touch the icon on the Home screen to access the Call application. Touch to enter the contact details screen. You can choose to edit, delete, Touch to call the share the contact, or send a...
  • Page 33 Enter the desired number from the keyboard and touch to place the call or select a contact from CONTACTS or RECENTS by sliding or touching tabs, then to make the call. The number you entered can be saved to Contacts by touching then touching Create new contact.
  • Page 34: Calling Your Voicemail

    When you receive a call: • Slide the icon to the right to answer; • Slide the icon to the left to reject; • Slide the icon upwards to reject the call by sending a preset message. To mute the ringtone volume of an incoming call, press the Volume up/ down key, or turn the phone over (when the Settings\Gestures\Turn over to mute option is activated).
  • Page 36: Managing Multiple Calls

    Touch to end the current call. Touch to activate the speaker during the current call. Touch this icon again to deactivate the speaker. Touch to mute the current call. Touch this icon again to unmute the call. Touch to display the Dial pad. Touch to hold the current call.
  • Page 37: Display Options

    You can enter a comma (,) to insert a pause into the number — for example, to add a password after the phone number. Only for 6055K, 6055F, 6055I, 6070K,...
  • Page 38: Call Log

    - Sound: Touch to set the sound when a new voicemail arrives. - Vibrate: Mark the checkbox to enable vibration when a new voicemail arrives. Fixed Dialling Numbers: Fixed dialling number (FDN) is a SIM service mode, where outgoing calls are restricted to a set of phone numbers. These numbers are added to the FDN list.
  • Page 39: Contacts

    Touch a contact or number to view information or further operations, you can launch a new call, send SMS to the contact or number, view detailed information of the call, or clear the call. Touch View full call history to view all call log, touch and Clear call log to clear the entire call memory.
  • Page 40 To delete a contact, long press the contact you want to delete, the icon will turn to , then touch and confirm to delete. Touch to select all contacts, then touch and confirm to delete all contacts. The contact you have deleted will also be removed from other applications on the phone or web the next time you synchronise your phone.
  • Page 41: Adding A Contact

    3�3�2 Adding a contact Touch in the contact list to create a new contact. You are required to enter the contact's name and other contact information. By scrolling up and down the screen, you can move from one field to another. Touch to save.
  • Page 42 3�3�3 Editing your contacts To edit contact information, touch in the contact details screen to edit. When finished, touch to save. 3�3�4 Use Quick contact for Android Touch a contact to open Quick contact for Android, then you can touch or the number to make a call, touch to send a message.
  • Page 43 You can share a single contact or contacts with others by sending the contact's vCard to them via Bluetooth, Gmail, etc. icon and Share from the Touch a contact you want to share, touch the contact details screen. Select the number you want to share and touch the icon, and then select the application to perform this action.
  • Page 44 3�3�8 Accounts Contacts, data or other information can be synchronised from multiple accounts, depending on the applications installed on your phone. To add an account, touch from the contacts list and touch Accounts\ Add account, or from the home screen, touch then Settings\ Accounts\Add account.
  • Page 45: Messaging And Email

    Messaging and Email ������������ 4�1 Messaging ����������������������������������������������������� You can create, edit and receive SMS and MMS with this phone. To send a message, touch from the Home screen then select Messaging. 4�1�1 Write message On the message list screen, touch the new message icon to write text/ multimedia messages.
  • Page 46: Sending A Multimedia Message

    Sending a text message Enter the mobile phone number of the recipient in the To bar or touch to add recipients. Touch the Send message bar to enter the text of the message. Touch the icon to insert emoticons. When finished, touch to send the text message.
  • Page 47: Manage Messages

    4�1�2 Manage messages When receiving a message, an icon will appear on the status bar as a notification. Drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel, touch the new message to open and read it. You can also access the Messaging application and touch the message to open it.
  • Page 48 Storage • Delete old Select to delete old messages when the maximum messages number of stored messages is reached. • Text message limit Touch to set the maximum number of text messages to be saved per conversation. • Multimedia Touch to set the maximum number of multimedia message limit messages to be saved per conversation.
  • Page 49: Delivery Reports

    • Vibrate Select to have phone vibrate as a notification when receiving a new message. • Cell broadcast Touch to select channels and configure languages. settings • Emergency alerts Touch to enter emergency alert settings, including whether to show threats and alert tones. ADVANCED Text message (SMS) settings • Delivery reports...
  • Page 50: Email

    Multimedia message (MMS) settings • Delivery reports Select to request a delivery report for each multimedia message you send. • Read reports Select to request a report on whether each recipient has read a multimedia message sent by you. • Auto-retrieve Select to download the full MMS message (including message body and attachment) automatically to your phone.
  • Page 51 An email wizard will guide you through the steps to set up an email account. • Enter the email address and password of the account you want to set up. • Touch Next. If the account you entered is not provided by your service provider in the phone, you will be prompted to go to the email account settings screen to enter settings manually.
  • Page 52: Calendar & Time & Calculator

    Calendar & Time & Calculator ������������������������������ 5�1 Calendar ��������������������������������������������������� Use the Calendar to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc. To view the calendar and create events, touch from the Home screen, then touch Calendar. 5�1�1 Multimode view You can display the Calendar by Schedule, Day, 3-day, Week, or Month. Schedule view Day view 3-day view...
  • Page 53: To Create New Events

    5�1�2 To create new events You can add new events from any Calendar view. • Touch to access a new event edit screen. • Fill in all required information for this new event. If it is a whole-day event, you can select All-day. • Invite guests to the event.
  • Page 54 5�2 Clock ������������������������������������������������������������ Your mobile phone has a built-in clock. To view the current time, touch from the Home screen, then touch Clock. 5�2�1 World clock To view the world clock, touch on the Time screen. • Touch the icon to add a time zone. 5�2�2 Alarm To set an alarm...
  • Page 55 5�2�3 Countdown From the Time screen, touch to enter the Countdown screen. Touch the icon to set the countdown time in panel. The time should be typed in second, minute and hour number sequence. Touch icon to activate Countdown. Touch icon to deactivate Countdown.
  • Page 56 5�2�5 Adjust Clock settings Touch the icon and then Settings, the following options can now be adjusted: • Style Touch to set the clock style to Analogue or Digital. • Automatic home Mark the checkbox to enable the function when clock travelling in an area where the time is different, add a clock for home.
  • Page 57 5�3 Calculator ��������������������������������������������������� With the Calculator, you can solve many mathematical problems. To use the calculator, touch from the Home screen, then touch Calculator. There are two panels available: Basic panel and Advanced panel. To switch between panels, turn the device to the landscape mode from the basic panel or swipe left to open the Advanced panel Enter a number and the arithmetic operation to be performed, enter the second number, then touch “=”...
  • Page 58: Getting Connected

    Getting connected ���������������� To connect to the internet with this phone, you can use GPRS/ EDGE/3G/4G networks or Wi-Fi, whichever is most convenient. 6�1 Connecting to the Internet 6�1�1 GPRS/EDGE/3G/4G The first time you turn on your phone with your SIM card inserted, it will automatically configure your network service: GPRS, EDGE , 3G or 4G.
  • Page 59 To set preferred network mode • Touch Settings\More���\Mobile networks\Preferred network mode. 6�1�2 Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi, you can connect to the Internet when your phone is within range of a wireless network. Wi-Fi can be used on your phone even without a SIM card inserted. To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a wireless network • Touch Settings\Wi-Fi.
  • Page 60: Browser

    To add a Wi-Fi network When Wi-Fi is on, you may add new Wi-Fi networks according to your preference. • Touch Settings. • Touch Wi-Fi, then touch the icon and Add network from the Wi-Fi screen. • Enter the name of the network and any required network information. • Touch SAVE.
  • Page 61: Viewing Web Pages

    Touch to search and go to this address Touch to delete all contents Touch to go to the suggested web site To set a homepage • Touch the icon from Browser screen to display option menu, touch Settings\Homepage. • Choose a page or most visited website as your homepage. • If you choose Other, enter the URL of the website you want to set as your homepage, touch OK to confirm.
  • Page 62 • Touch the up or down arrow to switch to the previous or next matching items. • When finished, you can touch the Back key to close the search bar. Further operations for the text on a web page You can copy, share or search the text from a web page: • Long press the text to highlight the text.
  • Page 63: Other Options

    Other options: To refresh the current page. • To forward the pages you have opened. • • Bookmarks To see the bookmarks and browsing history. To add the current website page as a bookmark. • • History To view your browsing history. • Share page To share the current page with your friends in various ways, e.g.
  • Page 64 6�2�1 Manage links, history, downloads To manage a link, phone number or address displayed on a web page • Link Touch the link to open the web page. Long press the link to open options for further operation, like open in new window, save link, share link, copy link, etc.
  • Page 65 To open a bookmark icon and Bookmarks. • Touch the • Touch the bookmark you want to open. • You can also long press to display the options screen, then touch Open or Open in new tab. To edit a bookmark • Touch the icon and Bookmarks.
  • Page 66: Connecting To Bluetooth Devices

    To exchange data, touch Settings\Bluetooth, your device and other available ones will show on the screen. You are recommended to use ALCATEL Bluetooth headsets, which have been tested and proved compatible with your phone. You can go to www.alcatel-mobile.com for more information about the ALCATEL Bluetooth...
  • Page 67 To turn on Bluetooth • Touch Settings� • Touch to activate/deactivate this function. To make your phone more recognisable, you can change your phone's name which is visible to others. • Touch Settings\Bluetooth. • Touch the icon and Rename this device. • Enter a name, and touch RENAME to confirm. To pair/connect your phone with a Bluetooth device To exchange data with another device, you need to turn Bluetooth on and pair your phone with the Bluetooth device with which you want to...
  • Page 68: Connecting To A Computer

    6�4 Connecting to a computer With the USB cable, you can transfer media files and other files between your internal storage and a computer. To connect your phone to the computer: To connect: • Use the USB cable that came with your phone to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer.
  • Page 69 To share your phone's data connection via USB Use the USB cable that come with your phone to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer. • Touch Settings\More���\Tethering & portable hotspot� • Touch the switch beside USB tethering to activate/deactivate this function.
  • Page 70: Connecting To Virtual Private Networks

    6�6 Connecting to virtual private networks Virtual private networks (VPNs) allow you to connect to the resources inside a secured local network from outside that network. VPNs are commonly deployed by corporations, schools, and other institutions so that their users can access local network resources when not inside that network, or when connected to a wireless network.
  • Page 71: Connecting With Devices Through Nfc

    To edit/delete a VPN To edit a VPN: • Touch Settings\More���\VPN. • VPNs you have added are listed; touch the icon beside the VPN you want to edit. • After editing, touch SAVE. To delete: • Touch the icon beside the VPN you want to delete, then touch FORGET.
  • Page 72: Multimedia Applications

    Multimedia applications ������� 7�1 Camera/Camcorder ���������������������������������� Your mobile phone is fitted with a Camera and a Camcorder for taking photos and shooting videos. Before using the Camera or Camcorder, be sure to remove the protective lens cover to avoid it affecting your picture quality. To take a photo or video, touch from the Home screen and then touch Camera.
  • Page 73 To shoot a video Switch Camera mode to Video mode. First, position the object or landscape in the viewfinder and touch the icon to start recording. Touch the icon to stop recording. The video will be automatically saved. Further operations when viewing a picture/video you have taken • Slide left or right to view the photos or videos you have taken.
  • Page 74 • MANUAL Touch to manually set ISO, shutter speed, focal length, or white balance as your wish. • SLO-MO Touch to start recording slow motion videos. • MICRO-VIDEO Press and hold to start recording a micro video. Settings Camera • Size Touch to select picture size. • Grid Switch the toggle to enable/disable grid view.
  • Page 75: Gallery

    General • Storage Touch to choose the phone or SD card to save phtots. • GPS tagging Switch the toggle to activate/deactivate the function of tagging photos and videos with your location. This option is available when GPS location services and wireless network are switched on. • Shutter sound Switch the toggle to enable/disable shutter sound when taking a photo.
  • Page 76: Working With Pictures

    To view a picture/play a video Pictures and videos are displayed by albums in the Gallery. • Touch an album. All pictures or videos will spread across the screen. • Touch the picture/video to view or play it. • Slide left/right to view previous or next pictures/videos. Working with pictures You can touch one album, then slide left or right to view the pictures.
  • Page 77: Music

    Batch operation The Gallery provides a multi-select function, so that you can work with pictures/videos in batches. Open the main Gallery window or an album, touch and touch Select item to activate batch operation mode (you can also touch and hold one album/picture), then touch videos/pictures you want to work on.
  • Page 78 7�3�1 Playing music Touch a song to play it.       Touch to access the menu.   Touch to change the song display  Touch to search for a song Touch to play or pause. ...
  • Page 79: Others

    Others ��������������������������������� 8�1 File Manager ����������������������������������������������� To manage the files in your phone, touch from the Home screen, then touch File Manager. File Manager works with both external SD card and internal storage. File Manager displays all data stored on the phone, including applications, media files downloaded from Google Play Store, YouTube or other locations;...
  • Page 80: Boost

    8�4 Boost ����������������������������������������������������������� Boost provides you with the phone storage and battery status, and its performance. You can manage and optimise your phone by using this application. 8�5 Radio ����������������������������������������������������������� Your phone is equipped with a radio with RDS functionality. You can use the application as a traditional radio with saved channels or with visual information related to the radio program displayed if you turn to stations that offer Visual Radio service.
  • Page 81: Waves Maxxaudio

    Available options: • Save channel Save the current station to the channel list. • Edit name Edit the channel name. • Scan channels Touch to search for channels. • Delete Delete the channel • Enter frequency Enter the frequency manually to turn to the channel. • Exit Turn off the radio.
  • Page 82: Google Applications

    Google applications ����������� Google apps are preinstalled on your phone to improve work efficiency and help you enjoy life. This manual briefly introduces the apps. For detailed features and user guides, refer to related websites or the introduction provided in the apps. You are recommended to register with a Google account to enjoy all the functions.
  • Page 83: Youtube

    9�4 YouTube YouTube is an online video-sharing application where users can upload, view, and share videos. Available content includes video clips, TV clips, music videos, and other content such as video blogging, short original videos, and educational videos. It supports a streaming function that allows you to start watching videos almost as soon as they begin downloading from the Internet.
  • Page 84: Play Movies & Tv

    9�8 Play Movies & TV Movies and television shows can be viewed online via Google Play Movies & TV. You can also download movies and TV shows for offline viewing. Some content is only available for rental or purchase. 9�9 Hangouts Google Hangouts is a communication platform developed by Google which includes instant messaging, video chat, SMS and VOIP features.
  • Page 85: Settings

    Settings �������������������������� To go to Settings, touch from the Home screen, then touch Settings. 10�1 Wireless & networks 10�1�1 Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi you can now surf the Internet without using your SIM card whenever you are in range of a wireless network. The only thing you have to do is to enter the Wi-Fi screen and configure an access point to connect your phone to the wireless network.
  • Page 86 10�1�4 Data usage Mobile data If you do not need to transmit data on mobile networks, turn off mobile data to avoid incurring significant charges for data use on local operator mobile networks, particularly if you do not have a mobile data agreement. Set mobile data limit By enabling Set mobile data limit, your mobile data connection will be disabled when the specified limit is reached.
  • Page 87: Data Roaming

    10�1�7 More���\VPN A mobile virtual private network (mobile VPN or mVPN) provides mobile devices with access to network resources and software applications on their home network, when they connect via other wireless or wired networks. Mobile VPNs are used in environments where workers need to keep application sessions open at all times, throughout the working day, as the user connects via various wireless networks, encounters gaps in coverage, or suspends-and-resumes their devices to preserve battery life.
  • Page 88: Device

    Preferred network mode You can set your preferred network mode, such as GSM/WCDMA, LTE etc. Enhanced 4G LTE mode Touch to improve the communication quality. Show roaming reminder Touch to select whether to show a reminder under roaming mode. Access Point Names You can select your preferred network with this menu.
  • Page 89 10�2�2 Sound & notification Touch to adjust call and notification ringtones, music, and other audio settings. • Sound Set volume for media, ringtone, and alarms. • Headset mode Mark the checkbox to enable headset mode. Ringtones will only be heard from the headset if it is plugged in.
  • Page 90 10�2�3 Display In this menu, you can adjust your screen brightness, wallpaper, font size, colour temperature of your screen, etc. For idol4 products, • If Reversible is activated, you can answer a call even if your phone is held upside down. • If Matrix FlipCase is enabled, -The cover will light up to show the time and weather when you press the power key or double touch the screen area.
  • Page 91: Screen Lock

    10�2�4 Lock screen Func shortcuts Touch to customise the application shortcuts displayed on your lock screen. WallShuffle If this function is enabled, different wallpapers will be displayed on your lock screen each time you press the power key to unlock your phone. Screen lock Touch to set your screen unlock method.
  • Page 92 • You can also customise the Boom Key function. For example, enable screenshot taking or application running by pressing the Boom Key when the screen is locked. 10�2�6 Storage & USB Use these settings to monitor the total and available space on your phone. 10�2�7 Battery Touch any category in the battery management screen to view its power...
  • Page 93: Personal

    10�3 Personal 10�3�1 Location Touch the switch to enable the use of information from Wi-Fi and mobile networks to determine your approximate location, for use in Google Maps, when you search, and so on. When you select this option, you’re asked whether you consent to share your location anonymously with Google’s location service.
  • Page 94: Device Administrators

    Make passwords visible Switch the toggle to show passwords as you type. Device administrators Touch to view or deactivate device administrators. Unknown sources Switch the toggle to permit installation of applications that you obtain from websites, emails, or other locations other than Google Play Store. To protect your phone and personal data, download applications only from trusted sources, such as Google Play Store.
  • Page 95: Spell Checker

    Apps with usage access Touch to display the apps which can track what apps you are using, and the using frequency. You can switch the toggle to turn on/off the permission. 10�3�3 Language & input Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and for configuring the onscreen keyboard.
  • Page 96 Pointer speed Touch to open a dialog where you can change the pointer speed, touch OK to confirm. 10�3�4 Backup & reset Back up my data Touch the switch to back up your phone’s settings and other application data to Google servers. If you replace your phone, the settings and data you’ve backed up will be restored onto the new phone for the first time you sign in with your Google account.
  • Page 97: System

    If you reset the phone in this way, you’re prompted to re-enter the same kind of information as when you first started Android. When you are unable to power on your phone, there is another way to perform a factory data reset by using hardware keys. Press the Volume up key and the Power key at same time until the screen lights up.
  • Page 98: Magnification Gestures

    10�4�2 Accessibility Use the Accessibility settings to configure any accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone. TalkBack Touch to enable spoken feedback from your phone. Captions Touch to activate/deactivate captions for phone screen. Magnification gestures Touch to turn on/off to activate/deactivate zoom in/out function by triple- tapping the screen.
  • Page 99: Accessibility Shortcut

    Accessibility shortcut Touch to enable/disable quick activating for accessibility features. Text-to-speech output Touch to update the settings for text-to-speech output, such as the speech rate. Long press delay Touch to adjust the duration of touch and hold delay. This function enables your phone to differ touch and touch &...
  • Page 100 Status This contains the status of the Battery status, Battery level, My phone number, Network, Signal strength, etc.
  • Page 101: Smart Suite

    11�1 Smart Suite You can download software upgrades for free from the website (www.alcatel-mobile.com). Smart Suite includes: • Contacts Allows you to back up contact entries so that you don't have to worry about losing, breaking, switching phones or changing service providers.
  • Page 102: Upgrade

    ALCATEL website (www.alcatel-mobile.com) and install it on your PC. Launch the tool and update your phone by following the step by step instructions (refer to the User Guide provided together with the tool). Your phone’s software will now have the latest software.
  • Page 103: Accessories

    Accessories ������������������������ The latest generation of ALCATEL mobile phones offers a built-in handsfree feature that allows you to use the telephone from a distance, placed on a table for example. For those who prefer to keep their conversations confidential, an earpiece is also available known as the headset.
  • Page 104: Warranty

    Warranty ���������������������������� Your phone is warranted against any defect or malfunctioning which may occur in conditions of normal use during the warranty period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase as shown on your original invoice. Batteries and accessories sold with your phone are also warranted against any defect which may occur during the first six (6) months from the date of purchase as shown on your original invoice.
  • Page 105 Your phone will not be repaired in case labels or serial numbers (IMEI) have been removed or altered. There are no express warranties, whether written, oral or implied, other than this printed limited warranty or the mandatory warranty provided by your country or jurisdiction.
  • Page 106: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ����������������� Before contacting the service centre, you are advised to follow the instructions below: • You are advised to fully charge ( ) the battery for optimal operation. • Avoid storing large amounts of data in your phone as this may affect its performance. •...
  • Page 107 Mobile Upgrade to upgrade software. My phone can't charge properly • Make sure you are using an ALCATEL battery and the charger from the box. • Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; if the battery power is empty for a long time, it may take around 20 minutes to display the battery charger indicator on the screen.
  • Page 108 • Make sure that the internet access service of your SIM card is available. • Check your phone's Internet connecting settings. • Make sure you are in a place with network coverage. • Try connecting at a later time or another location. Invalid SIM card •...
  • Page 109 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 contacts, the number can't be dialled •...
  • Page 110 • Check that you have marked the checkbox of USB debugging. • Check that your computer meets the requirements for Smart Suite installation. • Make sure that you’re using the right cable from the box. I am unable to download new files •...
  • Page 111 I don't hear when somebody calls/messages me� I just see missed calls/messages notifications on display� Check if Interruptions/Do not disturb mode is activated on your device. If activated, you can see a “Star” symbol (for Android OS 5.X) or icon (for Android OS 6.X) displayed on notification panel.
  • Page 112: Specifications(Idol 4)

    Specifications (IDOL 4) ���� Processor Qualcomm MSM8952 Platform Android M Memory 16/32GB ROM + 2/3GB RAM Dimensions 147 X 72.5 X 7.1 mm (LxWxT) Weight 135g Display 5.2 FHD, full touch screen with 1920x1080 Network GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 UMTS: 850/900/1900/2100 or 850/900/1700/1900/2100 LTE: 1/3/7/8/20/28A, 1/3/7/8/20/28A/38/40, 2/3/4/7/13/17/28, or B2/3/4/5/7/12/17/27/28...
  • Page 113 Audio supported AAC LC, AAC+, enhanced AAC+, AMR-NB, formats AMR-WB, FLAC, MP3, MIDI, Vorbis, PCM/WAVE Video supported H.265, H.264, H.263, MPEG-4, XVID, VP8, VC-1 formats Battery • Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery • Capacity: 2610 mAh Expansion Slot microSD™ memory card (Availability of microSD card depends on market) Special Features • GPS...
  • Page 114 Specifications (IDOL 4S) �� Processor Qualcomm MSM8976 Platform Android M Memory 16/32GB ROM + 3GB RAM Dimensions 153.9 X 75.4 X 6.99 mm (LxWxT) Weight 149g Display 5.5 QHD, full touch screen with 2560X1440 Network GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 UMTS: 850/900/1900/2100 LTE: 1/3/7/8/20/28A (Band frequency and data speed are operator dependent.) Assisted GPS/Internal GPS antenna...
  • Page 115 Video supported HEVC, H.263, H.264 AVC, MPEG-4 SP, VP8/VP9 formats Battery • Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery • Capacity: 3000 mAh Expansion Slot microSD™ memory card (Availability of microSD card depends on market) Special Features • GPS • G-sensor • Light Sensor • Proximity Sensor • E Compass • Gyro • Hall Switch Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 116 ALCATEL is a trademark of Alcatel-Lucent and is used under license by TCL Communication Ltd. © Copyright 2016 TCL Communication Ltd All rights reserved TCL Communication Ltd reserves the right to alter material or technical specification without prior notice. All "Signature" ringtones embedded in this phone have been composed,...

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