IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 1 Table of contents ......7 Messages ..............34 Messages:Text/Multimedia message ..........34 Voice message ..................36 Safety and use ..............4 Voicemail....................36 Settings ....................36 General information............9 8 My settings..............38 1 Your mobile ..............11 Color ....................38 Keys ......................12 Clamshell....................38 Main screen icons ................13 Display ....................38 2 Getting started ............15 Clock ....................40...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 3 Safety and use......12 File manager ..............51 12.1 My audios ....................51 12.2 My images ....................52 We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your phone. The manufacturer 12.3 My videos ....................52 disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained herein.
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IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 5 Over 55°C the legibility of the phone’s display may be impaired, though this is temporary and not • PRIVACY: serious. Please note that you must respect the laws and regulations in force in your jurisdiction or other Emergency call numbers may not be reachable on all cellular networks.You should never rely only jurisdiction(s) where you will use your mobile phone regarding taking photographs and recording on your phone for emergency calls.
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The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by TCT Mobile Limited and its affiliates is under license. OT-565 Bluetooth QD ID B013793. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Disclaimer An electronic version of this user guide is available in English and other languages according to availability on our server: www.alcatel- There may be certain differences between the user manual description mobilephones.com and the phone’s operation, depending on the software release of your telephone or specific operator services.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 11 Keys Your mobile ......Navigation key Confirm an option (press the middle of the key) Side key: Access wallpaper settings (long keypress) Show sub-display Sub-display Pick up (Flip down) Send a call Access camera Access call memory (Redial) (short keypress) (Flip up) Switch on/Switch off the telephone (long keypress) End call...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 13 Main screen icons Memory card scanning in progress. Battery charge level Memory card scanning completed. Vibrate alert: your phone vibrates, but neither rings nor beeps Line switching : indicates the selected line. except for the alarms (see page 64). GPRS connection status (Blue - Activated).
(approximately 3 hours). You are advised to fully charge the battery Installing the battery Removing the battery The charge is complete when the animation stops. Only use Alcatel chargers. Insert and click the battery into place, Unclip the cover, then remove the then close the telephone cover.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 17 Removing the back cover If cell broadcast messages are displayed, use the key to browse through them in full or press the right softkey to return to the main screen. While the phone is searching for a network, "Searching/Emergency" will be displayed.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 19 If the access number for your operator’s voicemail service does not work, Calls ........dial the number that you were given.To change this number at a later date, refer to "My numbers" (see page 26). Making a call To use your voicemail service from abroad, contact your network operator before leaving.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 21 During the call Adjusting the volume You can adjust the sound level during a call using the key. Available functions Handling two calls During a call, you can use your directory, your diary, short messages, etc. without losing your correspondent by pressing the key.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 23 Line switching Menu ........Your SIM card can contain two distinct telephone numbers. Under "Call register", choose "Line switching" and then select a default line; all From the menu interface, you may directly access features by pressing the your outgoing calls will be made from this number.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 25 9. BLUETOOTH 11. SERVICE Call register ....- Activation - VAS - Search audio device - Service dial number - My devices - Data account Call memory - Activate device - My One Touch You can access your call memory by pressing the key from the main - Settings 12.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 27 GPRS counter • Management of the volume of data communications 5.4.3 Call barring charged for (in kilobytes). You can activate or deactivate the call barring for outgoing and incoming Beep duration • You can activate or cancel the beep emitted during calls.The various options are: a call with a specified frequency (enter the Outgoing calls...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 29 5.4.6 Auto redial Directory ......You can activate or deactivate the automatic callback of your party for calls that do not get through the first time. Consulting your directory Call control To access the directory from the main screen, press the The menu serves you the dual purposes of cost monitoring and controlling press the key and select the...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 31 Sending Vcard via MMS/Bluetooth Adding a Contact Selecting the Vcard you wish to transfer ("Options\Send vCard\By Select the directory in which you wish to add a contact, press the MMS" or "By Bluetooth"). "Options" softkey, select "Add contact" then When you create a new contact in the product directory, at least one of Making the call the following fields must be filled in:...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 33 Move • Move a file from SIM directory to Phone directory, Messages......vice versa. Reset • Reset the contacts in "Most called". You can create, edit and receive SMS and MMS with this mobile phone. Delete all •...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 35 7.1.2 Inbox 7.1.6 WAP alerts All received messages (read and unread) are stored in the same Inbox. Store WAP push messages. 7.1.7 Empty folder When viewing your messages, you will find the following status icons, depending on the type of message: unread SMS in phone, unread...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 37 7.4.3 Multimedia message My settings ...... Edit • Set edit mode, image size and signature. Sending • Set the values for validity period, Read report, etc. Retrieve • Set the values for Home network, Roaming From the main screen, select the icon menu and select the function network, etc.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 39 By selecting "Wallpaper" you can customise it by replacing the default Clock image or animation displayed on your telephone. It allows you to have settings of date and time, including 12/24h format. Fixed wallpaper • Set down any picture as wallpaper.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 41 More settings… 8.7.5 Security Activate PIN • The SIM card protection code is requested each 8.7.1 Backlight time as the phone is powered on if this code is Screen • It allows you to reduce brightness for better activated.
Don’t forget to turn on your Bluetooth device and activate the pairing mode while pairing it with your phone. You are highly recommended to use Alcatel OT-BM81 (mono) Bluetooth headsets, which have been tested and proved fully Depending on network availability.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 45 Tools ......Available functions Data transmit • Exchange files with another bluetooth device. Handle a call • Initiate or receive a phone call with a Bluetooth headset. 10.1 Calendar Listen to music • Support A2DP profile. Once you enter this menu from "Tools", there is a monthly-view calendar Settings for you to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 47 10.4 Fake call 10.6 Voice memo This program enables you to call yourself by simulating a caller This feature enables you to record a call by selecting "Voice memo" number/name, ringtone, contact photo at a scheduled time. It helps you while communicating.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 49 11.6.3 Push message settings WAP ......Enable or disable receiving service message from WAP. 11.6.4 Clear cache 11.1 Homepage Empty the phone’s cache memory. Launch the WAP browser with the homepage of the active profile. 11.6.5 Clear cookies Clear cookies from website.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 51 12.2 My images File manager ....You can select an image or a photo as wallpaper, ON/OFF screen, or assign it to a contact in the directory. You will have an access to all audio and visual files stored in phone or The images will be displayed in alphabetical order.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 53 Removing the memory card 12.7 Managing audios, images, videos and creations 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.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 55 Move to phone/ • Move a file from the product memory to the Camera ......memory card memory card and vice-versa. Properties • Display part of the ID3 Tag content of an MP3 file. Activate •...
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IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 57 13.2.2 Settings in framing mode From the photo shot screen, press the "Options" softkey not only to access: "Image size", "Capture mode", "Quality", "Timer", "White Before taking the photo, you can adjust a number of settings by using the balance", "Color mode", but also following ones: following shortcuts: File manager...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 59 Use keys to manage the Music player: Music player ....Set the volume level Go to previous/next title (short keypress) Access this feature from the main menu by selecting "Multimedia Fast play backward/forward (long keypress) player".
Stop playing the radio. Record • Record the radio and files will be automatically 15.1 Games saved to "Tools\Voice memo\List" and "File manager\My audios\Recorded". Your Alcatel phone may include some games. Settings • navigation keys to do settings. 15.1.1 Game settings Activate •...
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 63 16.2 Vibration Profiles ......Activate it, your cellphone vibrates when new event coming, but neither rings nor beeps except for the alarms. With this menu, you may personalise ringtones for different events and 16.3 Outdoor environments.
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 65 Making the most of your Latin input mode/ mobile ........character table ....17.1 PC suite To write messages, there are two writing methods: • Normal PC suite is provided on our website.You can download software upgrade •...
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IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 67 Predictive eZi mode Symbol table This mode speeds up the writing of your text. Hold down the key to display the symbols table; the cursor is positioned in the centre. Use the navigation key to move it and the Write the word by pressing a key between .
IP3079_565_UM_Eng_GB_12_100712:600_UM_GB_15-01-09 2010-7-12 16:20 Page 69 This warranty shall not apply to defects to your phone and/or accessory due to (without any limitation): 1) Non-compliance with the instructions for use or installation, or with Telephone warranty .... technical and safety standards applicable in the geographical area where your phone is used, Your phone is warranted against any defect which may occur in conditions 2) Connection to any equipment not supplied or not recommended by...
...... Troubleshooting ....Before contacting the aftersales department, you are advised to follow the The latest generation of Alcatel GSM mobile phones offers a built-in instructions below: 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 •...
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• You can adjust the volume during a call by means of the • Make sure you are using an Alcatel battery and charger • Check the radio reception icon level • When abroad, check that the electrical current is compatible...
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You have saved too many short messages on your SIM card; delete some of them or archive them in the product memory "No service" is displayed ALCATEL is a trademark of Alcatel-Lucent • You are outside of the network coverage area...
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