Alcatel 990S, 990A manual Getting connected, Connecting to the Internet, GPRS/EDGE/3G

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

To connect to the internet with this cellphone, 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 cellphone with SIM card inserted, it will automatically configure network service: GPRS, EDGE or 3G.

To check the network connection you are using, press Menu key on Home screen, then touch Settings\Wireless & networks\Mobile networks\2G/3G options\Network operators or Access Point Names.

To create a new access point

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

Press Menu key from Home screen.

Touch Settings\Wireless & networks\Mobile networks\2G/3G options\Access Point Names.

Then press Menu key again and the touch New APN.

Enter the required APN information.

When finished, press Menu key and touch Save.

To activate/deactivate Data roaming

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

Press Menu key from Home screen.

Touch Settings\Wireless & networks\Mobile networks\Data roaming.

Mark/Unmark the checkbox to activate or deactivate data roaming.

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

To limit your data connection to 2G networks only

To save battery and extend battery life, you can set to activate 2G networks (GPRS or EDGE) only.

Press Menu key from Home screen.

Touch Settings\Wireless & networks\Mobile networks\2G/3G options\Use only 2G networks.

Mark/Unmark the checkbox to activate/deactivate this function.

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Contents 990A Table of Contents Safety and use Privacy One touch 990A/one touch 990S Bluetooth QD ID B017986 ChargersDisclaimer General informationHearing Aid Compatibility Keys and connectors Your cellphoneGetting started Installing and removing the MicroSD cardInstalling or removing the battery Set-upSet up your cellphone for the first time Power on your cellphoneCharging the battery Touch Finish setupUsing the touchscreen Power off your cellphoneHome screen Pinch/Spread Status barFlick RotateNotification icons Search barNotification panel Lock/Unlock your screen Personalize your home screen Application tabApplications list Volume adjustmentNormal mode and sort mode Categories managementText editing Using Onscreen KeyboardText input Android keyboardPlacing a call Phone call, Call log ContactsPhone Answering or rejecting a callManaging multiple calls Calling your voicemailDuring a call Swap callsContacts Call logConsult your Contacts Accounts Adding a contactAdd to/remove from Favorites Editing your contacts Communicating with your contactsJoining/Separating contacts Contacts importing, exporting and sharingDisplaying contacts AccountsGoogle Messaging Google Messaging, Gmail Email, Google TalkWrite message Attach options Pictures Sending a text messageSending a multimedia message Select a picture as attachmentManage messages Adjust message settings Gmail/Email GmailManaging Gmails by Label Gmail settingsWhen a new email arrives MailGoogle Talk To close a chat Chatting with your friendsTo add a new friend To manage your friendsGoogle Calendar Google Calendar Alarm clock & CalculatorSettings Multimode viewTo delete or edit event Settings To set a series of Calendar settingsTo create new events Event reminderTo adjust alarm settings To set an alarmCalculator Getting connected Connecting to the InternetGPRS/EDGE/3G Wi-Fi Browser Viewing web pagesTo view Browser history Manage links, history, downloadsOther options Touch BookmarksManage bookmarks Security settings Content settings Text sizePrivacy settings Passwords websitesConnecting to Bluetooth devices Connecting to a computer via USBSharing your cellphones mobile data connection Connecting to virtual private networks To download & install Locate the item you want to download and installDownload and install Android MarketManage your downloads Rate Multimedia applicationsCamera/Camcorder FlagSettings in framing mode Settings GalleryWorking with pictures To view a picture/play a videoBatch operation Music YouTubeWatch videos Playing music Using Party shuffleWorking with playlists Search for a location Google MapsGet My Location Choose a data source to decide My LocationGet driving, public transport or walking directions How to star or unstar a locationStar a location View a list of starred itemsArrangement of Layers To clear the map How to invite friends to share their locationsTo open Street View for a location To view more layersTo connect with your friends To control what you shareTask Manager OthersFile Manager VideosSyncMLClient RadioData limiter Other applicationsLED Torch Settings Wireless & networksOther call settings Call settingsService Dialing Numbers Fixed Dialing NumbersSound DisplayLocation & security Applications Credential storageAccounts & sync General sync settingsManage accounts Privacy Automatic restoreFactory data reset SD card & phone storageSearch Language & keyboardAuto-capitalization Vibrate on keypressSound on keypress Voice inputVoice input & output Voice recognizer settingsText-to-speech settings User dictionaryDate & time AccessibilityAbout cellphone Making the most of your Cellphone Home screen settingsPC suite Alcatel Mobile Phones Limited Warranty One Touch UpgradeAccessories Troubleshooting Carry out the following checks146 Specifications English CJA31P1ALAAA 149