Micromax A61 User manual

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Welcome to the world of Micromax Smartphones! Experience a range

of high quality functions and features in your A61 handset that comes

with:

Android Jelly Bean 4.1 Platform: Feel and use the multi-

faceted features of the latest Android Operating System.

2 MP Camera: Click pictures and record videos anytime and

anywhere.

1 GHz Processor: Gives you robust multi-processing

capability for handling multiple applications simultaneously.

3G Support: Browse and download data at a faster speed

with 3G network.

4.0 Inch screen: Gives you an intuitive and friendly

interface allowing you to operate your phone with ease.

Gravity Sensors: Ensures that your phone responds

automatically to various motions and orientations.

Dual SIM: Your handset supports dual SIM.

Wi-Fi: The Wi-Fi features lets you connect wirelessly and

seamlessly with your Wi-Fi network for Internet.

Bluetooth: Lets you exchange files and information with

Bluetooth enabled devices.

Expandable Memory: Your handset supports external

memory card expandable up to 16 GB for your myriad needs.

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CONTENTS

WELCOME......................................................1

THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE ................................5

READ ME FIRST...............................................5

DISCLAIMERS........................................................... 5

INSTRUCTIONAL ICONS............................................... 6

GETTING STARTED...........................................7

PHONE LAYOUT........................................................ 8

INSERT SIM CARD .................................................... 8

INSERT MEMORY CARD.............................................. 9

TURNING YOUR PHONE ON/OFF ..................................9

CHARGING THE BATTERY.......................................... 10

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE PHONE .............................. 11

PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS...................... 13

MAKE A CALL......................................................... 14

IN CALL OPTIONS.................................................... 14

CONFERENCE CALL................................................. 15

MAKE AN INTERNATIONAL CALL.................................. 16

END ACALL .......................................................... 16

DISABLE PHONE CALLS............................................ 16

HEADSET.............................................................. 16

CHANGING THE PHONE’S VOLUME .............................. 17

SENSORS.............................................................. 17

USING THE TOUCH SCREEN ............................ 19

TAP AND HOLD....................................................... 20

DRAG AN ITEM ....................................................... 20

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SCROLL................................................................ 21

SWIPE.................................................................. 21

USING THE PINCH ZOOM .......................................... 21

DOUBLE-TAP.......................................................... 22

CHANGE THE ORIENTATION....................................... 22

USING THE HANDSET’S KEYS .................................... 23

THE HOME SCREEN ................................................ 23

LAUNCHER ICONS ................................................... 24

CONTEXT MENU ..................................................... 24

OPTIONS MENUS .................................................... 25

SWITCH BETWEEN HOME SCREENS............................ 25

REARRANGE ITEMS ON THE HOME SCREEN .................. 26

CUSTOMIZE HOME SCREEN ...................................... 26

MANAGING NOTIFICATIONS ............................. 28

OPEN THE NOTIFICATIONS PANEL............................... 29

RESPOND TO NOTIFICATIONS .................................... 29

CLOSE NOTIFICATIONS PANEL................................... 29

NOTIFICATION S SHORTCUT ICONS ............................. 30

MESSAGING................................................. 31

CREATE AND SEND MULTIMEDIA MESSAGE .................. 32

FORWARD A MESSAGE ............................................. 32

LOCK A MESSAGE................................................... 33

USING THE ONSCREEN KEYBOARD ............................. 34

MULTIMEDIA ................................................ 35

CAMERA ............................................................... 36

GALLERY .............................................................. 37

MUSIC.................................................................. 37

FMRADIO............................................................. 38

RECORD SOUND..................................................... 38

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CONNECTING TO NETWORKS AND DEVICES ........ 40

CONNECT TO THE INTERNET...................................... 41

PAIR WITH BLUETOOTH DEVICES ............................... 43

MANAGING ACCOUNTS .................................. 44

WHY USE A GOOGLE ACCOUNT................................. 45

START GMAIL......................................................... 45

CONFIGURING E-MAIL ............................................. 45

USING E-MAIL ....................................................... 46

GOOGLE SEARCH ................................................... 46

SYNCHRONIZE CONTACT LIST.................................... 47

USING APPLICATIONS AND WIDGETS................. 48

DOWNLOAD APPLICATIONS FROM ANDROID MARKET...... 49

WIDGETS.............................................................. 49

TASKBAR .............................................................. 50

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................. 53

TAKING CARE OF YOUR DEVICE........................ 54

BATTERY RECOMMENDATIONS................................... 55

RECYCLE YOUR PHONE............................................ 55

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Micromax A61 comes with Jelly Bean 4.1.2 that is capable of

performing various functions just like your personal computer and can

be personalized according to your own needs. For example, you can

add and remove applications or upgrade existing applications to

improve the functions. At the Android market, an ever growing range

of applications, games, movies, and books are available for you to

download.

Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully

before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.

The descriptions in this manual are based on the default

settings of your device.

Available features and additional services may vary by device,

software, or service provider.

Applications and their functions may vary based on the

country, region, software or hardware specifications.

Micromax is not liable for performance issues caused by third-

party applications.

DISCLAIMERS

The colors, specifications, functions and graphics

shown/mentioned in the user manual may differ from the

actual product. In such a case, the latter shall govern.

Images shown are for representation purpose only.

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Micromax keeps the right to modify the content in this user

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guide without prior notice.

Upon first use of your device, your device will send

information related to your mobile, IMEI numbers, location

details and other software details through SMS*

automatically. This information may be used as further

specified in Micromax privacy policy**.

Talk and standby times are affected by network preferences,

type of SIM cards, connected accessories and individual

usage patterns. Services and some features may be

dependent on the network, service/content providers, SIM

cards, compatibility of the devices used and the content

formats supported.

Other product logos and company names mentioned herein

may be trademarks or trade names of their respective

owners.

*Operator tariff shall be applicable for SMS.

**Micromax privacy policy is available at

www.micromaxinfo.com.

INSTRUCTIONAL ICONS

Before you start, please familiarize yourself with the icons you will see

in this manual:

Information: Provides useful information

Warning: Situations that could cause injury to yourself or

others

Caution: Situations that could cause damage to your

device or other equipment

Tips to help you with the features.

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PHONE LAYOUT

INSERT SIM CARD

To insert the SIM card:

1. Switch off your phone and remove the rear cover and

battery as illustrated below:

2. Insert the SIM card correctly in the card slot(s) as illustrated

below:

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3. Place back the battery and rear cover.

Please keep the SIM Card out of the reach of children.

The card and the contacts are vulnerable to damage due

to scratching or bending. Therefore, be careful when

using, inserting or removing the cards

INSERT MEMORY CARD

To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card.

1. Switch off the mobile phone, and then remove the rear

cover and battery.

2. Insert the memory card into the slot as illustrated below:

3. Place back the battery and rear cover of the mobile phone.

Use only compatible memory cards approved by Micromax

with this device. Incompatible memory cards may damage

the card or the device and corrupt the data stored in the

card.

TURNING YOUR PHONE ON/OFF

Switch On: Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds.

Switch Off: Press and hold the power key and select Power Off.

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CHARGING THE BATTERY

Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the

battery. You can charge the device with a travel adapter or

connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.

Tip: You can also use a compatible USB charger to charge

your battery.

Use only Micromax approved chargers and cables.

Unapproved chargers or cables can cause battery to

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