CONTENTS THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE ................................4 READ ME FIRST...............................................4 DISCLAIMERS ........................................................... 4 INSTRUCTIONAL ICONS ............................................... 5 GETTING STARTED ...........................................6 PHONE LAYOUT ........................................................ 6 INSERT SIM CARD .................................................... 6 INSERT MEMORY CARD .................
SWIPE .................................................................. 16 USING THE PINCH ZOOM .......................................... 16 DOUBLE-TAP.......................................................... 17 CHANGE THE ORIENTATION ....................................... 17 USING THE HANDSET’S KEYS .................................... 18 THE HOME SCREEN ................................................ 18 LAUNCHER ICONS ................................................... 19 CONTEXT MENU ...............
CONFIGURING E-MAIL ............................................. 31 USING E-MAIL ....................................................... 32 GOOGLE SEARCH ................................................... 33 SYNCHRONIZE CONTACT LIST.................................... 33 USING APPLICATIONS AND WIDGETS ................. 34 DOWNLOAD APPLICATIONS FROM ANDROID MARKET ...... 34 W IDGETS .............................................................. 34 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................
THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE Micromax A28 comes with Gingerbread 2.3 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.
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.
GETTING STARTED PHONE LAYOUT INSERT SIM CARD To insert the SIM card: 1. Switch off your phone and remove the rear cover 2.
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. To insert 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.
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. CHARGING THE BATTERY Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery.
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 explode or damage your device. We suggest you charge the battery for 4 hours continuously for the first time. LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE PHONE You may need to provide PIN, Password, draw a pattern, or just slide to unlock your phone. Slide unlock will be the default unlocking method in the phone. To unlock the screen: 1.
To set the unlock method: 1. Go to (Application Menu) → up screen lock. 2. Choose the type of locking as desired. You can set your screen lock based on pattern, PIN, Password, or none.
CALLING AND MESSAGING MAKE A CALL To make a call, tap on the main menu or the home screen to dial the desired number and tap the SIM from which the call is to be made. CONFERENCE CALL Your device supports conference calls (network service) between more than two people. If you dial or accept a new call when you are already on a call, you can merge the calls into a conference call. To make a conference call: 1. Make a call to the first participant. 2.
Note: Your device supports conference calls (network service) between a select numbers of participants depending to the service provider. MAKE AN INTERNATIONAL CALL To dial an international number, tap and hold the ‘0’ key from the dial pad to enter the Plus (+) symbol, and then enter the international country prefix, followed by the phone number. Tap the icon on the home screen or the Application Menu to view the dial pad. Press the Volume Up/ down keys on the right side to adjust the call volume.
A message becomes an MMS if you send it to an email address or add multimedia file(s) to it. To open the messages section, tap the icon. USING THE ONSCREEN KEYBOARD Some applications display the keyboard by default. In others, you will be required to tap a text field, where you want to enter text, to open the keyboard. Tap this icon to select desired contact from phonebook Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Tap and hold for caps lock.
Radio. The headset works as antenna for the FM radio. CHANGING THE PHONE’S VOLUME You can adjust the volume of your handset by using the volume keys on the right side of the handset as shown: SENSORS Your phone has gravity sensors to detect gravity and display correct orientation based on the motion. You can disable the auto-rotate feature from Application Menu → → Display → Auto-rotate screen.
USING THE TOUCH SCREEN TAP AND HOLD Tap and hold an item to view the list of actions based on the selected item and condition. Also, you can move an item from the Apps screen to the home screen using this method, as shown in the following image: DRAG AN ITEM Tap and hold an item and move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. The item follows your finger. You can generally drag items from one location to another on the home screen.
holding the item and dragging it to the Delete icon that becomes available only when you hold the item on the Home screen. SCROLL To scroll a list, slide your finger across the surface of the screen upwards or downwards (without dragging an item). SWIPE Place a finger on the screen and steadily slide your finger in the desired direction. For example, when you are viewing a picture, to view the next picture, swipe left.
illustrated in the following image. DOUBLE-TAP Tap quickly twice on a webpage or other screen to zoom. For example, double-tap a section of a webpage in the browser to zoom that section. You can also double-tap to control the Camera zoom and in some other applications. CHANGE THE ORIENTATION On most screens, the orientation of the screen changes as you rotate the phone. You can turn this feature on and off from Application Menu → → Display → Auto-rotate screen.
USING THE HANDSET’S KEYS The phone’s buttons offer a lot of functions and shortcuts. Button Press Press and hold Back: Opens the previous screen you were working on. If the onscreen keyboard is open, closes the keyboard. Menu: Opens a menu with items that affect the current screen or application. Home: Opens the Home screen. If you are viewing the left or right extended Home screen, opens the central Home screen. Opens the most recently used applications.
extended home screen. Your A28 has five home screens including one center home screen and four extended home screens. Also, there will be five launcher icons in the bottom pane of the home screen. Tap the launcher icon at the bottom of the screen to view all inbuilt and installed applications. Apart from the launcher icon, you can add or remove other launcher icons, as required.
Context Menu Not all screens have context menus. If you tap on a screen that has no context menu, nothing happens. OPTIONS MENUS Options menus contain list of options that apply to specific items on the screen. You need to tap and hold an item on the screen to view the option list. For example, message options appear on taping and holding any received message, as shown in the following image. Note: Not all items have options menu.
home screen to the left or right, as shown in the following image: REARRANGE ITEMS ON THE HOME SCREEN You can rearrange items on the home screen as shown below: CUSTOMIZE HOME SCREEN When the device is in default mode, you will see limited predefined icons. You can place desired indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items on the home screen.
to the home screen, tap to view the list of apps and widgets. Long press and hold the application or widget and then release your finger hold. Rearrange or Remove Widgets and Icons on your Home Screen Long press and hold the widget or icon you want to move. Drag the widget or icon to a new location on the screen. Press and hold on an icon in the home screen and then drag the widgets or application to the Delete label at the bottomright corner of the screen.
MANAGING NOTIFICATIONS The phone provides you with various notifications to alert you of various events. Notification icons inform you of new messages and events. When you receive a notification, its icon appears in the status bar, along with a brief summary. OPEN THE NOTIFICATIONS PANEL Drag the status bar down from the top of the screen as shown below. The Notifications panel displays your network provider’s name and a list of your current notifications.
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MULTIMEDIA CAMERA Take a Picture or Video Tap the camera. Point the lens on the subject you want to click a photograph icon in the application menu to open the of and tap the icon on the screen to capture photos. Shoot Videos Adjust the quality, effect, and other settings, as required. Point the lens to the scene you want to capture. Tap the tap icon to switch to the video recording mode and to start the video recording.
To view pictures: 1. Tap the icon in the Application Menu or in camera mode, as shown below: Gallery 2. Tap an album to open and view its contents. Tap the button to view the list of options available for the selected picture(s) and video(s). MUSIC You can easily transfer your favorite music from a PC to your phone and experience a world of interesting and melodious music. Tap the Music icon from the application menu.
You can listen to your favorite FM channels using the inbuilt FM receiver of your phone. Before starting the FM, you need to plug-in the headset as it works as antenna for the FM radio. You can listen to FM radio stations using your device - just plug in a headset and select a station. Use the intuitive buttons and icons on the phone in the radio interface to enjoy the features of your inbuilt FM radio. Press the phone’s volume up/down keys on the right side of the mobile phone to adjust the volume.
CONNECTING TO NETWORKS AND DEVICES Your phone can connect to a variety of networks and devices, including Internet, Wi-Fi, BT, devices, such as headsets. You can also transfer files to/from your PC through the data cable. CONNECT TO THE INTERNET To configure Internet: Go to Application Menu → → Wireless & networks → Mobile networks → SIM1/SIM2 → Access Point Names.
the Internet, when required. You can do this via: USB Tethering Wi-Fi Hotspot USB Tethering You need to insert a data service enabled SIM card in your phone. 1. Go to Application Menu → → Wireless & networks → Tethering & portable hotspot. 2. Connect your A28 to your computer through the USB cable. 3. The USB tethering settings get displayed. Turn on USB tethering. 4. The driver installation window will pop up on your PC or laptop. 5. Install the driver as instructed. 6.
In Linux, Windows 7, and Vista OS, the drivers get automatically installed. However, in case of Windows XP, you need to manually install the drivers. If you do not have the driver, you can download it from www.micromaxinfo.com. Note: Your mobile operator will charge you based on your data usage. PAIR WITH BT DEVICES Go to Application Menu → → BT. If BT is off, turn it on and then tap BT settings. Your phone scans and displays the BT devices in range.
MANAGING ACCOUNTS You can set up an account on your device. You can do this by going to Application Menu → → Accounts & sync → Add account You may add various types of accounts, depending on your applications. WHY USE A GOOGLE ACCOUNT Your Google Account lets you take full advantage of Google applications and services that you may want to use, such as Gmail, Play Store, etc. START GMAIL You can use Gmail to read and write email from any mobile device or browser.
Next to successfully finish account configuration. The server will check for online settings automatically and your account will be set up. If not, please check your Internet settings before proceeding. If the settings are not downloaded automatically, please opt for the Manual Setup. If necessary, please contact your service provider for detailed description. USING E-MAIL To compose an email: 1. Go to Application Menu → Email/Gmail.
Select Refresh. GOOGLE SEARCH Google Search can help you find anything you need on the web and your phone. Go to Application Menu → to access Google Search. SYNCHRONIZE CONTACT LIST To synchronize contacts with an account, you will need to first have an account added in the phone. If the desired account does not exist then please add it first. To synchronize the contact list: 1. Tap to open the list of contacts. 2. Tap the Accounts. 3.
USING APPLICATIONS AND WIDGETS You phone comes with a host of applications to make your life easier and more convenient. Explore the various applications and the features that come with your A28 handset and enjoy the advantage. DOWNLOAD APPLICATIONS FROM ANDROID MARKET The Android phones offer users access to unlimited entertainment sources. You can download applications, games, movies, and books from the ever increasing Android market.
To add any widget to your home screen, tap and hold the desired widget on the widget screen and release the hold at the home screen location, where you want to place the selected widget.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Remember to comply with legal requirements and local restrictions when using the phone. Your Phone’s radio waves may interfere with inadequately shielded medical devices. Consult a physician or manufacturer of the medical device to know whether they are adequately shielded from external Radio Frequency. Switch off your device when regulations require you to do so. Always keep the phone and accessories out of reach of small children.
Only use Micromax specified batteries and charging devices. All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a conductive material Tap the exposed terminals. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside your pocket, purse or other container with metal objects. Do not dispose of batteries in fire as they may explode. Do not use the phone while driving. When you have to use the phone, please use the personal hands-free kit$.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device. Only use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean the surface of the device. Do not store your device near magnetic fields or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended period of time. BATTERY RECOMMENDATIONS Please put the battery in a cool and well-ventilated place out of direct sunlight. We recommend you to charge the battery at room temperature range. Batteries have life cycles.
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