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•Use Factory data reset and Mobile 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 under power off mode). 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 Smart Suite before doing formatting and upgrading.
and carry out the following checks:
My phone cannot be switched on or is frozen
•If the phone cannot be switched on, charge it for at least 20 minutes to ensure it has the minimum battery power needed, then try to switch on again.
•If the phone falls into a loop during power
•If neither method is effective, please reset the phone using the Power key and the Volume up key (holding both together) or upgrade software via FOTA/Mobile Upgrade tool.
My phone has not responded for several minutes
•Restart your phone by pressing and holding the Power key.
•Remove the battery and
•If it still does not work, please use Factory data reset to reset the phone or FOTA/Mobile Upgrade to upgrade software.
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
•Check the battery charge level.
•If it still does not work, please use Factory data reset to reset the phone or FOTA/Mobile Upgrade to upgrade software.
My phone cannot charge properly
•Make sure you are using an ALCATEL ONETOUCH battery and the charger from the box.
•Make sure your battery is inserted properly and clean the battery contact if it’s dirty. It must be inserted before plugging in the charger.
•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.
•Make sure charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C (32°F) to +40°C (104°F)).
•When abroad, check that the voltage input is compatible.
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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
•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 Call.
•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 airplane mode.
Unable to receive incoming calls
•Make sure your phone is switched on and connected to a network (check for overloaded or unavailable network).
•Check your subscription status with your operator (credit, SIM card valid, etc.).
•Make sure you have not forwarded incoming calls.
•Make sure that you have not barred certain calls.
•Make sure that your phone is not in airplane mode.
The caller’s name/number does not appear when a call is received
•Check that you have subscribed to this service with your operator.
•Your caller has concealed his/her name or number.
I cannot find my contacts
•Make sure your SIM card is not broken.
•Make sure your SIM card is inserted properly.
•Import all contacts stored in SIM card to phone.
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