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Alcatel One Touch S853 User Manual

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  • Page 3: Memory Card

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 1 Introduction ... T&A Mobile Phones would like to thank you for purchasing this mobile phone. Stereo Surround 2.1 Sound Make the most of a full multimedia experience with your mobile and its three speakers (two trebles and a bass).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 2 Table of contents ... Introduction ...1 Safety and Use...5 General Information ...9 Your mobile ...10 Keys...11 Main screen icons ...12 Getting started ...14 Set-up ...14 Switching on your telephone ...16 Switching off your telephone ...16 Calls ...17 Making a call ...17 Calling your voicemail...18...
  • Page 5 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 3 Messages: SMS, MMS ...34 Creating SMS/MMS ...35 Inbox ...35 Sent messages...37 Unsent messages ...37 Drafts ...38 Archived messages...38 Templates ...38 Voicemail ...38 WAP alerts ...38 7.10 Settings ...39 7.11 Distribution list ...40 7.12 My favourite ...40 7.13 Memory ...40 My Settings...41 Ringtones ...41...
  • Page 6 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 4 11. WAP ...64 11.1 Access WAP menu...64 11.2 Programming your access ...64 11.3 Direct access/profile access ...66 11.4 GPRS/EDGE function ...66 11.5 WAP browser options ...67 12. Media Album ...68 12.1 My Images ...69 12.2 My Videos...70 12.3 My Sounds ...70 12.4 Managing sounds, images and videos...71 12.5 Download new videos, photos, sounds, ...

  • Page 7: Safety And Use

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 5 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 8 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 6 Parents should monitor their children’s use of video games or other features that incorporate flashing lights on the phones. All persons should discontinue use and consult a doctor if any of the following symptoms occur: convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, 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-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep.
  • Page 9 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 7 • CHARGERS Mains powered chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0 °C to 40 °C. The chargers designed for your mobile phone meet with the standard for safety of information technology equipment and office equipment use. They should be used for this purpose only.
  • Page 10 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 8 • LICENCES miniSD™ is a trademark of SD Card Association The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by T&A Mobile Phones Limited and its affiliates is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. T9 Text Input is licensed under one or more of the following: U.S.

  • Page 11: General Information

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 9 General Information ... • Internet address: www.tcl-ta.com - WAP address: wap.my-onetouch.com • Hot Line Number: see “T&A Mobile Phones Services” leaflet or go to our Internet site. On our Internet site, you will find our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section.You can also contact us by e-mail to ask any questions you may have.

  • Page 12: Your Mobile

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 10 Your mobile ... Camera key Volume +/- Forward Play/Pause Backward Left softkey Pick up/Send call Call memory Voicemail Keypad lock/unlock Depending on your network operator. Navigation key Menu/Confirm an option Messages Directory Media Album Volume Right softkey Delete Switch on/Switch off...

  • Page 13: Keys

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 11 Keys Navigation key Confirm an option (press the middle of the key) Delete (short keypress) Pick up Send a call Access call memory (Redial) (short keypress) Switch on/Switch off the telephone (long keypress) End call Return to the main screen Left softkey Right softkey...

  • Page 14: Main Screen Icons

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 12 Main screen icons Battery charge level Vibrator mode: your phone vibrates, but neither rings nor beeps except for the alarms (see page 41). Infrared: infrared link activated. (Color red) Bluetooth status (Activated). Bluetooth status (Hidden). Bluetooth status (Searching).
  • Page 15 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 13 Double line : indicates the selected line. GPRS context activated. Music player or radio active. USB cable connected. Reception of a message in progress. Sending a message. Silence mode: your phone neither rings, beeps nor vibrates except for the alarms (see page 41). Message unread Message list is full: your terminal cannot accept any new messages.You must access the message list and delete at least one message on your SIM card.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 14 Getting started ... Set-up Inserting and removing the SIM card You must insert your SIM card in order to use your phone. Place the SIM card with the chip facing downwards and slide it into its housing. Make sure that it is correctly inserted.
  • Page 17 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 15 Charging the battery • A short beep will sound when charging begins. • The animation may take several minutes to start and may emit a slight whistling sound if the battery is flat. • Be careful not to force the plug into the socket. •...

  • Page 18: Switching On Your Telephone

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 16 Switching on your telephone Hold down the key until the telephone comes on, type in your PIN code if necessary and then confirm with the key.The main screen is displayed. If you don’t know your PIN code or if you have forgotten it, contact your network operator. Do not leave your PIN code near your telephone and store your card in a safe place when not in use.

  • Page 19: Calls

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 17 Calls ... Making a call Dial the desired number then press the key to place the call. If you make a mistake, you can delete the incorrect digits by pressing the key. To hang up the call, press the key.

  • Page 20: Calling Your Voicemail

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 18 Automatic redial If this feature is activated and supported by the network (see page 28), the person you called will be called back automatically until they can be reached. Calling your voicemail Your voicemail is provided by your network to avoid missing calls. It works like an answering machine that you can consult at any time.To access your voicemail, hold down the If the access number for your operator’s voicemail service does not work, dial the number that you were given.To change this number at a later date, refer to “My Numbers”...

  • Page 21: During The Call

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 19 Muting the ringtone Press the key once while the telephone is ringing. Answer the call by pressing the Rejecting a call Press the key once or the key twice. During the call Available functions During a call, you can use your directory, your diary, short messages, etc. without losing your correspondent by pressing the key.
  • Page 22 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 20 Besides, you can switch the audio speech from a Bluetooth audio device to handset or accessories (car kit, headset, …) when connected. Press the left softkey “Options” and select “Transfer sound”. During a call, if you try to send a message, it will be stored in the "Unsent" folder instead of being sent.

  • Page 23: Conference Calls

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 21 Conference calls Your phone allows you to talk to several people at the same time (up to 5). If you are on a double call, press “Options” and select “Conference” then confirm with the pressing the key and speak with your new correspondent.

  • Page 24: Menu

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 22 Menu • GAMES & APPS • MEDIA ALBUM - My Images - My Videos - My Sounds - Games & Apps - Memory card - Memory • EXTRAS - Diary - Alarms - Calculator - Converter - Memory - Infrared - Bluetooth...
  • Page 25 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 23 • CALL LOG - Call memory - My Numbers - My e-mail - Billing - Call settings • MY SETTINGS - Ringtones - Sound interface - Display - Clock - Keys - More settings... • MY SHORTCUTS Contact your network operator to check service availability.

  • Page 26: Call Log

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 24 Call log ... Call memory CALL LOG You can access your call memory by pressing the • CALL MEMORY screen. Choose the icon of the desired list: - Unanswered - Outgoing calls Unanswered calls - Answered calls Outgoing calls (Redial) •...

  • Page 27: My E-Mail

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 25 My e-mail Enter your own e-mail address to send pictures, images, video clips, sounds... by MMS to your PC.You can do it also via the options while writing an MMS. Billing You can access different items with this option: Amount: you can view the total cost of charged calls, the available credit, set a credit limit beyond which any billable call is barred, modify it or reset it and enter the cost of a Telecom Unit in the currency of your choice.

  • Page 28: Call Settings

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 26 Call settings CALL LOG You can access a number of items with this option: • CALL SETTINGS - Call forward Call forward: you can activate, cancel or verify the status of the call • Voice forwarding (Voice, Fax or Data) to the voicemail or to a specified •...
  • Page 29 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 27 • Except FDN Barring of outgoing calls in accordance with a specific “FDN” directory contained in dir. the SIM card. Activate/ All calls not beginning with one of the numbers recorded in the “FDN” directory are Deactivate barred.
  • Page 30 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 28 Calls CALL LOG Call waiting - Calls • Call waiting Conceal ID • Conceal ID (CLIR) • Caller ID • Pick up Caller ID • Network autoredial (CLIP) - Automatic redial • Activate Pick up •...

  • Page 31: Directory

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 29 Directory ... Consulting your directory To access the directory from the main screen, press the select the icon from the menu. You can also customise a quick access to your contact with the keypad customisation (see page 47). You have 4 directories: SIM directory General directory...
  • Page 32 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 30 Sending your directory file via Infrared Select the file you wish to transfer and place your phone or PDA opposite the other phone’s InfraRed port. Select “Options/Send/Infrared” and the transfer will take place. Receiving the file You must activate the infrared via “Menu/Extras/Infrared”...

  • Page 33: Creating A File

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 31 Creating a file Select the directory in which you wish to create a file, press the “Options” softkey, select “Create file” then .You can save the data you have entered at any time by pressing the “Options” softkey and choosing “Save &...

  • Page 34: Available Options

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 32 Available options From the list of names in your directories, you can access the following options via the left softkey: View • View a complete file: name, address, e-mail, etc. Create file • Create a file (name, numbers, address, e-mail, etc.) in the desired directory.

  • Page 35: Creating A New Directory

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 33 Creating a new directory From the product directory, press the “Options” softkey and select “Create directory”, confirm using the key, then name your new directory.You can create up to 13 new directories.You can delete only those directories that you created, by selecting “Delete directory”.

  • Page 36: Messages: Sms, Mms

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 34 Messages: SMS, MMS ... From your telephone, you can read, write, send messages and share them with other devices: “Text/SMS”, “Multimedia/MMS”. Multimedia messages are messages whereby you can send video clips, images, photos, animations, sounds, voice messages (or “Voice/Vox MMS”...

  • Page 37: Creating Sms/Mms

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 35 Creating SMS/MMS MESSAGES From the main menu select “Messages/Create message”. • CREATE MESSAGE • INBOX You can type a message but you can also modify a predefined message • SENT or customise your message, by adding pictures, photos, sounds, title, etc. •...
  • Page 38 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 36 Creating Vox MMS (Voice memo) From the main menu, select “Messages/Create message/Voice/Vox MMS”. This function allows you to send a vocal message quickly without having to write. The recipient is not disturbed and simply receives a normal MMS You can send the message: •...

  • Page 39: Sent Messages

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 37 Receiving and reading SMS/MMS When you receive a new message, the following message is displayed: “You received a new message!”, a beep sounds, the icon shows up, a line with the number of messages appears on the screen. Select this line and press to read it directly from the main screen.

  • Page 40: Drafts

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 38 Drafts MESSAGES All drafts messages. • DRAFTS • ARCHIVED MESSAGES Archived messages • TEMPLATES • VOICEMAIL All archived messages. • WAP ALERTS Templates A list of predefined messages are available. Select one, edit it if required, and then send it.You can also create your own predefined messages.

  • Page 41: Settings

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 39 7.10 Settings MESSAGES 7.10.1 Message sending parameters • SETTINGS • DISTRIBUTION LIST • Expiration: request a deletion of undelivered messages from server • MY FAVOURITE (never delete, after 30 minutes, 1 hour, 6 hours, 1 day, 1 week). You •...

  • Page 42: Distribution List

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 40 7.10.3 Look & Feel • Emoticons: graphical display of emoticons. • Slide duration: page display duration in seconds. • Personalisation: insert signature and/or add an introduction: always, never. 7.10.4 Advanced parameters You can program specific parameters for SMS/MMS. SMS parameters: Format (to be used for delivery to recipient: Fax, SMS, etc.), Reply path, Service centre (name and number of your operator’s service centre, which may be provided automatically).

  • Page 43: My Settings

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 41 My Settings ... From the main screen, select the icon menu and select the function of your choice in order to customise your telephone. Ringtones MY SETTINGS 8.1.1 Available functions • RINGTONES • SOUND INTERFACE To modify the sound settings, select an option using the Select a melody from the list using the pressing...

  • Page 44: Sound Interface

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 42 8.1.2 Mode You may set your phone ringtone to Normal, Discreet (ring with beep),Vibrate (all sounds are replaced by vibrations except for alarms),Vibrate and ring,Vibrate then ring, Beep and vibrate, Silence (no sounds except for alarms, the icon will be displayed).

  • Page 45: Display

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 43 Display MY SETTINGS 8.3.1 Main screen • DISPLAY - Main screen The main screen is displayed when you switch on your telephone • General and/or when no functions have been used for a short time (calls, sending •...
  • Page 46 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 44 8.3.2 Screen saver If you activate this option, the screen saver will be displayed a little while after the main screen. You can choose a picture, an animation, a slideshow as your screen saver. For both Main screen and Screen saver, the eco-mode screen will appear after a little while: only the battery and network levels and the time or an envelope (for incoming event) will be displayed.
  • Page 47 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 45 8.3.5 On/Off screen You can customise your welcome message, animation, melody or image that appears when you switch on your telephone. You can also customise your OFF screen with an image, animation and melody. 8.3.6 Zoom Two character sizes are available for your telephone screen.

  • Page 48: Clock

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 46 Clock MY SETTINGS You can display two clocks (local and remote) at the same time on the • CLOCK main screen. • KEYS - Softkeys Go first to the “Clock type” icon • Left softkey option.

  • Page 49: Keys

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 47 Keys 8.5.1 Softkeys/ These keys have predefined functions, which vary from one model to another (operator services, games access, or Games & Applications, ...).You can customise For example, they can be used as a shortcut to access the Diary, to write a message,... 8.5.2 Keypad By customising your keys, you can call someone or access a function directly from the main screen.
  • Page 50 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 48 8.6.2 Languages Display language for messages (select using ).The “Automatic” option selects the language according to the home network (if available). 8.6.3 Dictionary You have a dictionary to which you can add your own words in addition to those suggested by the predictive input system.When you consult your dictionary, you can add, modify or erase words by using the “Options”...
  • Page 51 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 49 8.6.7 Security MY SETTINGS PIN code - Security • PIN code • PIN 2 code • Network code • Menu code PIN 2 code • Telephone code - Privacy - Networks • SMS CB • Search Network code •...
  • Page 52 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 50 8.6.8 Privacy “Activate” this option in order to protect your diary or directory data.This option is useful if you use PC synchronisation. 8.6.9 Networks SMS CB Messages broadcast over the network (weather forecast, traffic conditions, etc.) are automatically displayed on the main screen.
  • Page 53 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 51 8.6.10 Accessories Headset Pick up • By pressing the key or the headset key. • Automatic Automatically without any keypress, after approximately 2 ringtones (this option is operational only if your mobile phone is connected to an audio kit or handsfree kit). •...

  • Page 54: Extras

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:09 Page 52 Extras ... Diary EXTRAS Your phone has a sophisticated diary that will help you to manage your • DIARY daily schedule.You can also save “To Do” lists. Consulting your diary Three views are possible.You must first choose the appropriate icon: Daily view Weekly view Monthly view...
  • Page 55 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 53 Creating an appointment and programming an alarm When you create an appointment (“Create” option), you can also activate an alarm.You can set the desired alarm activation time to coincide with your appointment time. Creating a task Scroll to the icon using the key, and confirm using the...
  • Page 56 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 54 Activate or deactivate a setting by pressing . Exit the configuration function by pressing More about your diary Graphic view Wed. 4th December 02 Wed. 4th December 02 2 Events 2 Events Options Back Options Daily view Weekly view A single appointment recorded.

  • Page 57: Alarms

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 55 Alarms EXTRAS Access this feature by selecting “Extras” from the main menu, then • ALARMS “Alarms”. • CALCULATOR • CONVERTER Alarm clock First set the alarm frequency (daily or only once), then enter the time and date and confirm by pressing the purpose of the alarm and then confirm with the Timer...

  • Page 58: Calculator

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 56 When the alarm is set, the icon is displayed on the main screen.The alarm will sound whether the handset is switched on or off and can be switched off by pressing any key. If the antenna (Music control) is not plugged in, when the radio alarm rings, a default melody will be used instead of the radio station.

  • Page 59: Converter

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 57 Converter Access this feature by selecting “Extras” from the main menu, then “Converter”. The currency converter allows you to: • Convert a currency directly into euros and vice versa • Convert a sum of money into another currency (e.g. dollars to pounds). For a conversion into euros, you can modify the default currency by selecting “Set up”.

  • Page 60: Memory

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 58 Memory EXTRAS Access this feature by selecting “Extras” from the main menu, then • MEMORY “Memory”. Switch from the memory card to the phone memory tab - Phone memory using the key. - Memory card •...

  • Page 61: Infrared

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 59 Infrared Access this feature by selecting “Extras” from the main menu, then “Infrared”. Your phone’s infrared feature allows you to exchange contacts, diary data, images, videos, melodies via an infrared link with an other mobile or a PC.The infrared port is located on the top of your telephone. Sending data To send data, select the file, then select the “Send”...

  • Page 62: Bluetooth

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 60 Bluetooth™ EXTRAS Access this feature by selecting “Extras” from the main menu, then • BLUETOOTH “Bluetooth”. • TONE RECORDER • VOICE MEMO To use your phone with a Bluetooth device, you need to proceed in two •...

  • Page 63: Tone Recorder

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 61 Connect a Bluetooth device with your phone Once you have paired the Bluetooth device you want to use for your hands-free communication, go in the devices list from Bluetooth menu and select it to be connected. Settings •...

  • Page 64: Voice Memo

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 62 Voice memo Access this feature by selecting “Extras” from the main menu, then “Voice Memo”. The voice memo feature enables you to record personal messages.To record a voice memo, select “Voice memo”, then “Record”, and begin speaking after the beep. Once the voice memo has been created, you can access the following options: Play •...

  • Page 65: My Shortcuts

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 63 My Shortcuts ... Access the own shortcuts already programmed. To programme new shortcuts, select “My Shortcuts” if you want to have a quick access to a function, a telephone number or a WAP bookmark.

  • Page 66: Wap

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 64 WAP ... 11.1 Access WAP menu WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) is a service that allows you to access the mobile Internet, where you can obtain information such as weather conditions, stock market information, traffic information, etc. - “Homepage”...
  • Page 67 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 65 To “Create” or “Modify” a profile, you are required to enter the following parameters - Profile name - Homepage - IP address - Security: connection mode (secure, normal, http) - Bearer choice - Confirm In the “Bearer choice” item you can choose the transmission mode: GPRS/EDGE/GSM, GPRS/EDGE or GSM.

  • Page 68: Direct Access/Profile Access

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 66 11.3 Direct access/Profile Access From the main screen, select “My Settings/More settings.../WAP/GPRS-EDGE/WAP access”, to change the launch access: • Direct access: when you launch WAP from the main menu, you go directly to the homepage of your default WAP profile.

  • Page 69: Wap Browser Options

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 67 11.5 WAP browser options Once you have launched the WAP browser, while reading a page, you can access the options by selecting the icon on the top left of the screen, or press the “Options” softkey, or press Home •...

  • Page 70: Media Album

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 68 Media Album ... To access the Album from the main screen, press the navigation key to the left or to the right and select the icon.The Album is a function that groups together all visual and sound items in your telephone, regardless of whether they are embedded, downloaded, recorded or composed.

  • Page 71: My Images

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 69 12.1 My Images MEDIA ALBUM You can select an image or a photo and use it as the main screen or the • MY IMAGES ON/OFF screen. You may change it, send it by MMS or assign it to a - Memory card contact in the directory using the “Image”...

  • Page 72: My Videos

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 70 12.2 My Videos The “My Videos” Album contains the following folders Memory card, contains all videos stored in the memory card. General, contains all the items from all the folders (created and embedded) except those stored in the memory card, Recorded, contains the video clips you have recorded, Crazy clips, contains funny video clips,...

  • Page 73: Managing Sounds, Images And Videos

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 71 12.4 Managing sounds, images and videos According to the item chosen, you can access some of the functions below: View • View the selected image. If you want to view all the pictures in your folder in a slideshow hold down on the current picture.

  • Page 74: Download New Videos, Photos, Sounds

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 72 12.5 Download new videos, photos, sounds, ... With the “Download” option, you can access your favourite sites saved in your bookmarks list, and download new items that you will be able to save in your Album. 12.6 Formats and compatibility List of audio, image and video formats compatible with your telephone:...

  • Page 75: Memory Card (Minisd Card)

    M5_UM_GB_15-12-05 15/12/05 8:21 Page 73 12.8 Memory card (miniSD Card) Access the memory card folders from the “Media Album”, “Music player”, “Photo/Video” or “Games & Apps”. Move files from the product memory to the memory card using the “->Memory card” option. To comply with photo industry standards, your photos stored in the memory card will be located in “DCIM”...

  • Page 76: Photo/Video

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 74 Photo/Video ... Your telephone is fitted with a camera for taking photos or shooting videos that you can use in different ways: - store them in your “Media Album”, - send them in a multimedia message (MMS) to a mobile phone or an e-mail address, - customise your main screen (see page 43), - assign them to a contact in your directory (see page 32), - transfer them by Infrared, data cable or miniSD Card to your computer,...

  • Page 77: Photo

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 75 13.2 Photo PHOTO/VIDEO Access this function from the main screen by pressing the • TAKE A PICTURE the left handside of the phone), or by going via the “Camera” menu. • RECORD A VIDEO • MY IMAGES 13.2.1 Taking a photo - General...
  • Page 78 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 76 13.2.3 Settings Before taking the photo, you can adjust a number of settings: Selected options bar: photo quality brightness capture mode exposure (over/under) number of photos taken (for animation and mosaic) timer Left softkey in framing mode: Options Quality: : High - : Standard -...
  • Page 79 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 77 From the photo shot screen, press the “Options” softkey to access the following: Image size Select “Image size” in the list of options or press the MegaPixel (1024x1280),VGA (640x480), 176x220, QVGA, Pano, 128x160, 128x128, 64x64. Capture mode Select “Capture mode”...
  • Page 80 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 78 Timer The photo will be taken 10 seconds after pressing Brightness You can choose from 5 settings: Auto (the settings adjust automatically - no icon will be displayed on your screen), Sunny, Cloudy, Night (when selected, exposure time is increased for a sharper picture), Indoor/artificial light.

  • Page 81: Video

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 79 13.2.4 Options available after taking the photo Once you have taken a photo or an animation, you can Send your photo, Save and Send your photo, Save it, Discard it, Modify it (see below), Attach sound to it, access your Image album, or assign (Set as) it to a contact or a main screen, etc.
  • Page 82 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 80 13.3.1 Video settings (direct access): In landscape mode : Zoom in/out (in Framing and in Recording modes) (in Framing mode only): Size: XL (176x144), L :Exposure correction (128x96) (in Framing mode only) (in Framing mode only): Mute/Unmute recording (in Framing mode):...
  • Page 83 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 81 13.3.2 Framing mode When you enter the “Video” function, you are in Framing mode. Use the telephone screen as a viewfinder and press the “Options” softkey to set the brightness, to activate or deactivate the sound, to choose the colour, to access the Video Album or the “Camera”, and to change the default folder.

  • Page 84: Send To Your Favourite

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 82 13.3.4 Playing mode After recording the video sequence, press the key to play the video and choose to Save, Play, Send, Save and send, Cancel the video, assign it (Set as) to a contact or to the Main screen, and choose a different folder (Default folder) to save your videos.

  • Page 85: Music Player And Radio

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 83 Music player and radio ... You can listen to the FM radio or enjoy music files stored on your mobile with the built in stereo surround 2.1 loudspeakers or the stereo headset. 14.1 Music player Access this feature from the main menu by selecting “Music”...

  • Page 86: Fm Radio

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 84 14.2 FM Radio Access the FM radio player from the main menu by selecting “Music” then “Radio” or by using the (short keypress). Set your channel list To begin the automatic search, choose the “Search” option. The scan will begin and stop when a radio channel is found.

  • Page 87: Games & Applications

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 85 Games & Applications ... Your Alcatel phone may include some Java™ applications and games. You can also download new applications and games to your phone from other service providers The “Games & Apps” menu allows you to manage the Java™ applications installed in your phone. It includes three directories and one configuration folder: General: contains all applications and games, Games: contains the games,...

  • Page 88: Available Options

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 86 15.2 Available options Launch • Launch the application. Information • This option gives information on the application. Download • Download an application. Delete • Deletes the application. If you delete a pre-installed application in your phone, you may, depending on the application: - download it again from the www.tcl-ta.com server.

  • Page 89: Java™ Push

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 87 15.4 Java™ Push Depending on your server/operator, you may receive Java™ Push messages inviting you to download new applications they propose. 15.5 Settings - Sound Switch sound ON/OFF for all Java™ applications. - Backlight Activate or deactivate the backlight. - Network List of network profiles available for Games &...

  • Page 90: Making The Most Of Your Mobile

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 88 Making the most of your mobile... 16.1 “My One Touch” services by T&A Mobile Phones On the website you will find all the services available to make the most of your mobile telephone. www.tcl-ta.com Go to “ ”...

  • Page 91: Latin Input Mode/Character Table

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 89 Latin input mode/character table To write messages, there are two writing methods: • Normal • Predictive with the T9 mode Normal This mode allows you to type a text by choosing a letter or a sequence of characters associated with a key. Press the key several times until the desired letter is highlighted.
  • Page 92 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 90 Predictive T9 mode This mode speeds up the writing of your text. Write the word by pressing a key between modified each time you press a key. As you go on, the word will keep changing. Example: For “Tomorrow”, press on the following keys: = Too ->...
  • Page 93 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 91 - Short press: insert a Smart punctuation as , - ‘ - Long press: insert 1 Keypad - Short press: alpha input (a, b) - Long press: numeric input (1, 2, 3) - Short press: switch the current mode into: Ab ->...

  • Page 94: Symbol Table

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 92 Latin uppercase This characters table is generic. All available characters are not displayed. The candidate letters may vary according to languages. Symbol table Hold down the to display the symbols table; the cursor is positioned in the centre. Use the navigation key to move it and the key to validate.

  • Page 95: Telephone Warranty

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 93 Telephone warranty ... Congratulations on choosing this mobile phone - we hope that you will be completely satisfied with it. Your phone is guaranteed against any deviation from technical specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date specified on your original invoice The warranty terms defined in the manual also apply to the battery and accessories but for a period of six (6) months from the date of purchase shown on your original invoice.
  • Page 96 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 94 6) any servicing, modification or repair performed by individuals not authorised by T&A Mobile Phones Limited or its affiliates, the vendor or the approved maintenance centre, 7) use of the equipment for a purpose 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 or telephone line voltage fluctuations),...

  • Page 97: Accessories

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 95 Accessories The latest generation of Alcatel GSM 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 98: Troubleshooting

    M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 96 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 optimise its performance. • You are advised to fully charge ( ) the battery for optimal operation.
  • Page 99 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 97 My mobile phone 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 (see page 50) •...
  • Page 100 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 98 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 •...
  • Page 101 M5_UM_GB_22-11-05 2/12/05 8:10 Page 99 Alcatel logo and Alcatel name are trademarks of Alcatel used under license by T&A Mobile Phones Limited. All rights reserved © Copyright 2005 T&A Mobile Phones Limited. T&A Mobile Phones Limited reserves the right, in the customer’s interest, to alter material or technical specification without prior notice.

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