Alcatel 7047D manual Getting connected, Connecting to the Internet, GPRS/EDGE/3G, Wi-Fi

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6 Getting connected................

To connect to the internet with this phone, you can use GPRS/EDGE/3G networks or Wi-Fi, whichever is most convenient.

6.1Connecting to the Internet

6.1.1GPRS/EDGE/3G

The first time you turn on your phone with SIM card inserted, it will automatically configure network service: GPRS, EDGE or 3G. If the network is not connected, you can touch on the quick setting panel.

To check the network connection you are using, then touch Settings\ More...\Mobile networks\Access Point Names or Network operators.

To create a new access point

A new GPRS/EDGE/3G network connection can be added to your phone with the following steps:

•Drag down notification panel and touch to access Settings.

•Touch More...\Mobile networks\Access Point Names

•Touch Menu key and select New APN.

•Enter the required APN information.

•When finished, touch the Menu key and select Save.

To activate/deactivate Data roaming

When roaming, you can decide to connect/disconnect to a data service.

•Drag down notification panel and touch to access Settings.

•Touch SIM management\Roaming\Data roaming.

•Touch to select from popup options: Disable, National Roaming only and All Networks.

•When Data roaming is deactivated, you can still perform data exchange with a Wi-Fi connection (refer to "6.1.2 Wi-Fi").

6.1.2Wi-Fi

Using Wi-Fi, you can connect to the Internet when your phone is within range of a wireless network. Wi-Fi can be used on your phone even without a SIM card inserted.

To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a wireless network

•Touch on quick setting panel to get to Settings.

•Touch the switch beside Wi-Fi to turn on/off Wi-Fi.

•Touch Wi-Fi, the detailed information of detected Wi-Fi networks is displayed in the Wi-Fi networks section.

•Touch a Wi-Fi network to connect with. If the network you selected is secured, you are required to enter a password or other credentials (you may contact your network operator for details). When finished, touch Connect.

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Contents Page Table of Contents 134 Safety and use131 133Protect Your Hearing Chargers Regulatory information 7047D Bluetooth QD ID B021405Disclaimer General informationYour mobile Keys and connectorsHeadset connector Front camera Touch screen Home key Power key Micro-USB connectorSet-up Getting startedSet up your phone for the first time Power on your phonePower off your phone Charging the batteryHome screen Using the touchscreenNotification icons Portable Wi-Fi hotspot Radio is on Is onStatus bar Status icons Search by text Quick setting panelSearch bar Notification panelPersonalize your Home screen Lock/Unlock your screenTouchpal keyboard Using the Onscreen KeyboardVolume adjustment Text inputPlacing a call Phone call, Call log ContactsText editing PhoneEmergency call Answering or rejecting a callCalling your voicemail International callConference calls During a callManaging multiple calls Swap callsCall settings Call log Adding a contact PeopleConsult your contacts Managing contact groupsSet the ringtone for a contact Change a contact’s default phone numberEditing your contacts Add to/remove from FavouritesUse Quick contact for Android Communicating with your contactsContacts importing, exporting and sharing Displaying contactsTurn on/off the sync & Auto-sync Settings, then touch Add accountJoining/Separating contacts AccountsSending a text message Messaging, EmailMessaging Writing a messageManage messages Adjust message settings Gmail Gmail/EmailReply all To receive and read your emailsManaging Gmails by Labels To reply or forward emailsDeleting Before deleting emails Confirm before Gmail settingsGeneral settings Confirm before Attachments To recent messages via Wi-FiFrom the Friends list, touch the icon to add a new friend HangoutsChatting with your friends To add a new friendTo manage your friends SettingsTo start and close a chat To create new events Calendar &TimeCalendar Multimode viewEvent reminder To set an alarmTo adjust alarm settings TimeGPRS/EDGE/3G Connecting to the InternetWi-Fi Getting connectedBrowser Viewing web pages Manage bookmarks Manage links, history and downloadsPrivacy & security PasswordsEnable AccessibilityConnecting to Bluetooth devices1 Sharing your phones mobile data connection Connecting to a computerConnecting to virtual private networks To edit/remove an internet calling account Configuring Internet SIP callingTo configure your phone to receive Internet calls To add an internet calling accountGoogle Play Store1 Locate the item you want to download and installDownload and install Manage your downloads Flag Multimedia applicationsCamera Rate and reviewSettings in framing mode Batch operation GalleryWorking with pictures To view a picture/play a videoWatch videos YouTubeMusic Video Player Playing musicWorking with playlists Choose a data source to decide My Location Google MapsGet My Location Search for a locationView a list of starred items How to star or unstar a locationStar a location Get driving, public transportation or walking directionsCalculator OthersArrangement of Layers Cut File ManagerSound Recorder RadioOther applications1 Setup WizardAlcatel Help Wireless & networks SettingsGestures DeviceTethering & portable hotspot Mobile networksPersonal StorageSecurity Language & input Backup and reset System Scheduled power on & offAccessibility AccountsDevelopment Disable HW overlays Show GPU view updatesShow hardware layers updates Show screen updatesAbout phone Making the most of your PhoneOnetouch Centre Fota Upgrade UpgradeMobile Upgrade 132 Telephone warrantyMy phone has not responded for several minutes AccessoriesTroubleshooting My phone cannot be switched on or is frozenInvalid SIM card Am unable to use the features described in the manualMy phone cannot charge properly My phone cannot connect to the InternetAm unable to add a contact in my contacts Cannot access my voicemailPhone cannot be detected by others via Bluetooth How to make your battery last longerSpecifications 142