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Consumer Cellular 101
Quick Start Guide
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  • Page 1 Consumer Cellular 101 Quick Start Guide English - CJB331B01AAA...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Your cellphone ����������������������������������������������������������������� 1 Getting started ���������������������������������������������������������������� 6 Making a call ��������������������������������������������������������������������� 7 Messaging�������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8 Contacts ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Call log ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Media ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Files ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 Browser ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 Applications �������������������������������������������������������������������� 13 Tools �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 14 Settings ���������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 3: Your Cellphone

    Your cellphone �������� 1�1 Keys and connectors Navigation key/ OK key Left key Right key End key Send key Delete key Headset connector Volume key Camera key micro-USB connector...
  • Page 4 • Navigation key Press to go left/right/up/down Press to access function UP: Call log DOWN: Contacts LEFT (2): New message RIGHT (2): Camera • OK key Press to confirm an option • Answer/Send a call • Enter Call log • Press: End a call Return to the Home screen • Press and hold: Power on/off • Press: Delete characters in Edit mode • Press: "#"...
  • Page 5 • Press: " * " Key • In Edit mode Press: Change input method Press and hold: Access the Symbols table • Press: "0" Key Press and hold: Switch between "+/P/W" • In Edit mode Press: Enter a space Press and hold: Input "0" • Press: Take a picture • Press and hold: Access Camera • Press: Volume up/down...
  • Page 6 1�2 Status bar icons Battery charge level Vibrate alert: your phone vibrates, but does not ring or beep with the exception of the alarm. Bluetooth status (Activated). ® Bluetooth status (Connected to an audio ® device). Headset connected. Call forwarding activated: your calls are forwarded.
  • Page 7 Roaming. microSD card scanning completed. GPRS connecting. GPRS attached� EDGE connecting� EDGE attached� 3G network connecting� 3G network attached� Music active. MMS receipt in progress� Silence mode: your phone does not ring, beep or vibrate with the exception of the alarm.
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    1�3 Home screen 1�3�1 Shortcut bar Shortcuts are home screen icons for your frequently used items, like Calls or Messages. You can customize shortcut bar by selecting «Settings\ Phone settings\Shortcut bar». Getting started ������� 2�1 Set-up Removing or installing the back cover Inserting or removing the SIM card Your phone will come with a pre-installed SIM card, however, if you need remove the SIM, please power off...
  • Page 9: Making A Call

    Charging the battery Connect the battery charger to your phone and outlet respectively. To reduce power consumption and energy waste, when the battery is fully charged, disconnect your charger from the plug; switch off Bluetooth and background-running ® applications when not in use; reduce the backlight time, etc. 2�2 Power on your phone Hold down the...
  • Page 10: Messaging

    Messaging ����������� 4�1 Access You may access this menu using the following options: • Access from the main menu by selecting «Messaging». • Select from the shortcut bar, and then enter the sub-menu you want. When you access «Messaging», you can switch between SMS/MMS with the navigation keys.
  • Page 11: Contacts

    An SMS (Short Messaging Service) will be converted to MMS automatically when images, videos, audio, slides or attachments are inserted; Subject, CC/BCC address is added; or the message contains more than 5 pages of text. An SMS message of more than a certain number of characters (the number of characters depends on your language) will be charged as several SMS.
  • Page 12: Call Log

    Call log �������������� 6�1 Access You can access the function using the following options: • Select the from main menu • Press the key from Home screen • Select the from shortcut bar, and then enter the sub-menu you want. 6�2 Available options When you press «Options», you can have access to Send message, Call, Missed calls, Edit before call, Delete, etc.
  • Page 13: Files

    7�3 Picture viewer A library links to the pictures both shown in list, sent, set as wallpaper, by MMS, and Bluetooth ® 7�4 Video player Contains all video clips both in phone and microSD card and enables you to play, send, delete, rename, sort, etc. 7�5 FM Radio Your phone is equipped with a radio...
  • Page 14: Browser

    Browser �������������� From the main menu, select the menu icon to access the Browser. 9�1 Homepage Launch the Browser with the preset homepage. 9�2 Bookmarks Access your favorite sites. 9�3 Go To URL Manually enter the URL of the website. 9�4 Open file Open web pages stored on your phone.
  • Page 15: Applications

    Applications � From the main menu, select the menu icon to access Application. 10�1 WEB not only gives you the full Web experience where you stay in touch with your friends, obtain information, do your online banking etc., but also saves time by using compressed web pages.
  • Page 16: Tools

    Tools ������������� From the main menu, select the menu icon to access Tools. 11�1 Alarm Your cellphone has a built-in alarm clock with a snooze feature. You can set up to five separate alarms and choose whether or not the alarm should repeat. 11�2 Calculator Access this feature by selecting «Tools\Calculator»...
  • Page 17: Settings

    11�6 Bluetooth ® Access this feature by pressing «Menu» Through the Left softkey from the Home screen to enter the main menu, then selecting «Tools\Bluetooth ». ® 11�7 World clock The World clock shows current local time and the time zone in different cities.
  • Page 18: Making The Most Of Your Cellphone

    Making the most of your cellphone Webcam You can use your phone as a webcam for instant messaging on your PC. • Connect your phone to PC via USB cable. • Go to “My computer” folder on your PC and find USB video device (Under Scanners &...
  • Page 19 • Check the battery charge level My phone cannot charge properly • Make sure you are using an ALCATEL ONE TOUCH battery and the charger from the box • Remove the battery and check to see if the battery contact is clean.
  • Page 20 • Try connecting at a later time or another location Invalid SIM card • Make sure the SIM card has been correctly inserted • Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched • Make sure the service of your SIM card is available Unable to make outgoing calls • Make sure you have dialed a valid number and press • For international calls, check the country and area codes...
  • Page 21 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 ONE TOUCH accessory When I select a number from my contacts, the number cannot be dialed • Make sure that you have correctly recorded the number...
  • Page 22 • Verify the server center number or your MMS profile with your operator • The server center may be busy, try again later The flickering icon is displayed on my standby screen • You have saved too many text messages on your SIM card;...
  • Page 23: Safety And Use

    • Deactivate Bluetooth when not in use ® Safety and use ��������������� We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your cellphone. 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 24 cellphones in public areas. Follow Instructions to Avoid Interference Problems: Turn off your cellphone in any location where posted notices instruct you to do so. In an aircraft, turn off your cellphone whenever instructed to do so by airline staff. If your cellphone offers an airplane mode or similar feature, consult airline staff about using it in flight.
  • Page 25 weather environmental conditions (moisture, humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc.). The manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature range is -10°C (14°F) to +55°C (131°F) (the max value depends on device, materials and housing paint/texture). Over 55°C (131°F) the legibility of the cellphone’s display may be impaired, though this is temporary and not serious.
  • Page 26 safety precautions: • Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen. • When you play games on your cellphone, you may experience occasional discomfort 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 a 15-minute break every hour of...
  • Page 27 • Do not attempt to open the battery (due to the risk of toxic fumes and burns). • Do not puncture, disassemble or cause 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 (140°F). Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental regulations.
  • Page 28 CHARGERS Home A.C./ Travel chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F). 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.
  • Page 29 Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the cellphone while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the cellphone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network.
  • Page 30 generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:...
  • Page 31 circumstances the device will be compliant with the guidelines when used with a headset or usb data cable. If you are using another accessory ensure that whatever product is used is free of any metal and that it positions the cellphone at least 10 mm away from the body. IC Notice This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 32 LICENSES Obigo® is a registered trademark of Obigo AB. microSD Logo is a trademark. ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are ® owned by the Bluetooth 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.
  • Page 33: Support

    You may also view helpful how-to videos at: ConsumerCellular. com/Support/VideosAndManuals Electronic Recycling: For more information on Electronic Recycling, please: 1) Visit ALCATEL ONETOUCH Electronic Recycling Program website at http://www.alcatelonetouch.us/ electronic-recycling-program, or 2) Call ALCATEL ONETOUCH US Customer Support at 1-855-368-0829.
  • Page 34 An electronic version of the user manual is available on our web site at www.alcatelonetouch.us. Your cellphone is a transceiver that operates on GSM Quad-band (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) or UMTS Dualband (850/1900 MHz). Protection against theft Your cellphone is identified by an IMEI (cellphone serial number) shown on the packaging label and in the product’s memory.
  • Page 35: Warranty

    This guarantee does not apply if batteries other than ALCATEL original batteries are used. ALCATEL is a trademark of Alcatel-Lucent and is used under license by TCL Communication Ltd. Consumer Cellular and the Consumer Cellular logo are trademarks of Consumer Cellular, Inc.

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