Alcatel 8000D, 8000A Troubleshooting, My phone is frozen or cannot switch on, Invalid SIM card

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Before contacting the service centre, you are advised to follow the instructions below:

You are advised to fully charge ( ) the battery for optimal operation.

Avoid storing large amounts of data in your phone as this may affect its performance.

Use Factory data reset and the upgrade tool to perform phone formatting or software upgrading (to reset factory data, hold down the Power key and the Volume up key at the same time).ALL User phone data: contacts, photos, messages and files, downloaded applications will be lost permanently. It is strongly advised to fully backup the phone data and profile via ONE TOUCH Manager before doing formatting and upgrading.

and carry out the following checks:

My phone is frozen or cannot switch on

Check the battery power level, charge for at least 20 minutes.

If it still does not work, please reset the phone using the Power key and the Volume up key.

My phone has not responded for several minutes

Restart your phone by pressing and holding the Power key.

My phone turns off by itself

Check that your screen is locked when you are not using your phone, and make sure the Power key is not mis-contacted due to unlocked screen.

Check the battery charge level.

My phone cannot charge properly

Make sure you are using an ALCATEL ONE TOUCH charger from the box.

Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; if the battery power is empty for a long time, it may take around 20 minutes to display the battery charger indicator on the screen.

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Make sure charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C to +40°C).

When abroad, check that the voltage input is compatible.

My phone cannot connect to a network or “No service” is displayed

Try connecting in another location.

Verify the network coverage with your operator.

Check with your operator that your SIM card is valid.

Try selecting the available network(s) manually (see “11.1.7 More...\ Mobile networks”)

Try connecting at a later time if the network is overloaded.

My phone cannot connect to the Internet

Check that the IMEI number (press *#06#) is the same as the one printed on your warranty card or box.

Make sure that the internet access service of your SIM card is available.

Check your phone's internet connecting settings.

Make sure you are in a place with network coverage.

Try connecting at a later time or another location.

Invalid SIM card

Make sure the SIM card has been correctly inserted (see Inserting or removing the SIM card”).

Make sure the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched.

Make sure the service of your SIM card is available.

Unable to make outgoing calls

Make sure you have dialed a valid number and have touched .

For international calls, check the country and area codes.

Make sure your phone is connected to a network, and the network is not overloaded or unavailable.

Check your subscription status with your operator (credit, SIM card valid, etc.).

Make sure you have not barred outgoing calls.

Make sure that your phone is not in flight mode.

Unable to receive incoming calls

Make sure your phone is switched on and connected to a network (check for overloaded or unavailable network).

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Contents Easy Table of Contents Conditions of USE Traffic SafetyPrivacy BatteryRadio Waves ChargersRegulatory information Licences ONE Touch 8000D/8000A Bluetooth Qdid B020262General information Protection against theftONE Touch 8000D Keys and connectorsYour mobile DisclaimerONE Touch 8000A Set-up Getting startedCharging the battery Installing or removing the microSD cardSet up your phone for the first time Power on your phonePower off your phone Status bar Using the touchscreenHome screen Notification icons Status iconsSearch by voice Search barNotification panel Search by textPersonalize your Home screen Lock/Unlock your screenApplication tab Volume adjustmentApplications and widgets list LED indicatorUsing Onscreen Keyboard Text inputTouchpal Input Text editingAndroid keyboard Answering or rejecting a call Phone call, Call log ContactsPhone Placing a callSwap calls Calling your voicemailDuring a call Managing multiple callsCall settings Consult your Contacts Call logContacts Delete SettingsManaging contact groups Adding a contactCommunicating with your contacts Editing your contactsAccounts Contacts importing, exporting and sharingDisplaying contacts Joining/Separating contactsSending a text message Messaging, Gmail/Email Google TalkMessaging Write messageManage messages Adjust message settings To receive and read your emails To access GmailGmail/Email To create and send emailsHelp Managing Gmails by LabelsMark not important MuteON/OFF To close a chat Google TalkChatting with your friends To add a new friendTo manage your friends SettingsCalendar Calendar & Alarm clock CalculatorCalculator To set an alarmTo adjust alarm settings ClockGPRS/EDGE/3G Connecting to the InternetGetting connected Wi-Fi Viewing web pages BrowserPages Manage links, history, downloadsManage bookmarks Connecting to Bluetooth devices Connecting to a computer1 Sharing your phones mobile data connection Connecting to virtual private networksTouch Edit profile Locate the item you want to download and installGoogle Play Store To edit/delete a VPNDownload and install Manage your downloads Camera/Camcorder Settings in framing modeMultimedia applications Working with pictures Video/Camcorder settingsGallery Video qualityBatch operation YouTubePlaying music Play MusicWatch videos Manage songsChoose a data source to decide My Location Google MapsGet My Location Working with playlistsGet driving, public transport or walking directions Search for a locationStar a location To open Street View for a location Arrangement of LayersSearch for locations along your route To view multiple layersTo connect with your friends How to invite friends to share their locationsTo open Latitude To view your friends locationSound Recorder OthersFile Manager FM RadioEdit name LEDTorchScribe Note Available optionsOther applications Setup WizardAlcatel Help Wireless & networks SettingsSound Dual SIM settingsDevice More...\Mobile networksApps BatteryDisplay StoragePIN Location accessPersonal SecurityLanguage & input Backup & reset Date & time AccessibilityAccounts SystemDeveloper options About phone ONE Touch Manager UpgradeONE Touch Upgrade Making the most of your PhoneTo access Firmware Upgrade Manager Telephone warrantyFota Upgrade Accessories My phone turns off by itself TroubleshootingMy phone is frozen or cannot switch on My phone has not responded for several minutesCannot find my contacts Am unable to use the features described in the manualCannot access my voicemail Phone cannot be detected by others via BluetoothGPS SpecificationsSupported Supported Formats BatteryFeatures Camera