Spark 266 - Smartphone LAVA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Smartphone (feature phone with keypad)
Brand	Lava
Model	Spark 266
Display	Color TFT (size and resolution not specified)
Camera	Yes, with settings and camcorder mode
Video Recording	Yes, via camcorder
Audio Player	Yes, supports MP3 and other formats
Video Player	Yes
FM Radio	Yes, with auto search and manual tuning
Bluetooth	Yes, for file transfer and hands-free
Network	GSM with GPRS
SIM Type	Dual SIM (SIM1 and SIM2)
Memory Card	MicroSD (compatible cards only)
Battery	Removable Li-ion (capacity not specified)
Charging/Connectivity	USB socket, 3.5mm earphone jack
Torch	Yes, via flashlight menu
Games	Sokoban, Snake, Tetris, Java apps
SAR (Head)	0.721 W/kg
SAR (Body)	0.832 W/kg
Warranty (Phone)	1 year from date of purchase
Warranty (Battery & Charger)	6 months
Cleaning	Use soft, clean, dry cloth; avoid harsh chemicals
Safety	Keep 15 mm from body; avoid medical implants; turn off in restricted areas

Frequently Asked Questions - Spark 266 LAVA

How do I unlock the phone screen?

Press any key to activate the screen, then press the Left key followed by the Right key.

What is the default security code for phone lock?

The default security code is 4321. You can change it in Settings > Security > Phone Locked.

How can I block unwanted calls or messages?

Go to Menu > Settings > Call settings > Blacklist to add numbers you want to block. Alternatively, enable Whitelist to only allow calls from specific numbers.

How do I insert a SIM card?

Switch off the phone, remove the back cover and battery. Insert the SIM card correctly into the SIM slot(s). Replace battery and cover.

Can I use a memory card?

Yes, the Lava Spark 266 supports a microSD card. Insert it into the memory card slot after removing the battery and back cover.

How do I listen to FM radio?

Go to Menu > Multimedia > FM Radio. Use Auto Search to find channels. Press OK to start/stop. Adjust volume with Up/Down keys.

How can I transfer contacts from SIM to phone?

Go to Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Import/Export/Copy. Select the source and destination (SIM or phone) to copy contacts.

How do I turn on the torch?

Go to Menu > Applications > Torch and select On/Off to control the flashlight.

How do I reset the phone to factory settings?

Go to Menu > Settings > Phone Settings > Restore factory setting. Note: This will erase all personal data.

How do I check the IMEI number?

Dial *#06# on the keypad. The IMEI number will be displayed on the screen.

USER MANUAL Spark 266 LAVA

9.5 Delete all....16
9.6 Message capacity ....16
10 Services ...... 17
10.1 Internet....17
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10.3 Yahoo......Error! Bookmark not defined.
10.4 SIM tool kit....17
11 Settings.... 17
12 Games 17
13 Health and Safety Precautions ..... 18
14 Taking Care of Your Device...... 20

1 Know Your Phone

1.1 Keys and Parts

Important keys and parts are listed here for you to use the phone better.

1.Speaker

4.Right key

1. Navigation key

2. Camera

12.USB socket

2.Screen

1. Dial key

8.OK key

11.Earphone Jack

1. Receiver

3.Left key

6.End key

9.Keypad

1.2 Insert SIM Card

1. Insert the SIM card correctly in the SIM slot(s).
2. Finally, insert the battery and replace the rear cover of the mobile phone.

1.3 Insert Memory Card

1. Switch off the phone and remove the rear cover and the battery.
2. Insert the memory card into the slot.
3. Finally, insert the battery and the rear cover of the mobile phone.

Note: Use only compatible memory cards approved by Spark 266. Incompatible cards may damage the slot or corrupt the data stored in the card.

2 Basic Operations

2.1 Switch Phone ON/OFF

To switch ON/OFF your phone, press and hold the End key for a few seconds.

2.2 Unlock the phone

If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen is replaced with a locked screen.

1. Press any key to activate the screen.
2. Press Left key, and then press Right key.

2.3 Make a call

You can make a call in the following ways:

■ Enter the desired number in standby mode and press the Call key to make the call.
- Go to Menu > Contacts and then select and dial the desired number.
Just press the Call key to dial the contacts listed in Call History.
■ You can also dial a contact from the messages.

2.4 Choose User Profiles

Menu >Profiles

You can choose your profile such as Silent mode, Normal, Meeting, Outdoor, earphone and so on.

3 Not able Features

3.1 Secure your Phone

Menu > Settings > Security > Phone Locked

Let you lock/unlock your phone via a security password which you can change anytime.

The default security code to unlock the phone is 4321.

Note: After you activate the phone lock, you would be asked for a password when you power on your phone next time.

3.2 Blacklist and White list

Menu > Settings > Callsettings > Blacklist

Blacklist undesired SMS senders and caller so that you do not receive SMS and calling from them.

Menu > Settings > Callsettings > Whitelist

When you check the Whitelist settings, that only the list in the Whitelist can call and send messages.

3.3 Manage Your Files

Menu > Gallery

You can view and manage your files available in the phone or memory card from the gallery. You can rename, view details, move, delete files and so on via the File manager.

3.4 Applications

Menu > Applications

Your phone provides you with the capability to organize your routines, tasks and much more with the following:

■ Calendar: Lets you view the calendar and schedule tasks on selected dates.

■ Torch: You can turn on/off the Flashlight in this

menu.

■ Clock: Include World Clock, Alarm, Stopwatch, Timer.
■ Calculator: Use the calculator.
■ E-book: You can read the E-Book in the memory card by this function.
Unit Conversion: Use the currency converter.
■ Answer machine: Do not have time to answer the phone, can help you recording.
■ Bluetooth: Use Bluetooth to exchange information with other Bluetooth devices. Select Bluetooth to have a host of options for scanning for and using Bluetooth feature.

3.5 Connect to Internet

Menu > Settings > Connections

You can connect to the Internet via GPRS connection.

To identify network data automatically based on your SIM card.

4 Call Logs

4.1 View CallHistory

Menu > Call Logs

Tip: Directly access the call logs of by pressing the Call key in idle mode.

The Call log lists the calls you have recently dialed, received, missed for SIM1 and SIM 2.

Press the Left/Right navigation keys to access various

call logs and work on the call logs.

5 Lava Space

5.1 Lava Spac e

Men u> Lava Space

Your device is supported Lava Space included Naughty Jokes, Cricket Alerts, Breaking News, Mehfill Time Pass, Daal me Kaala, Friends Chat

6 Phorebook Features

Your phonebook stores all your saved contacts for anytime use. Your phonebook data can be stored in your SIM card or your phone memory. You can manage your contacts from here.

Men u> Contads

6.1 Add New Contact

Men u> Contads> Left Key > New

6.2 Send S MS

Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Write message > SMS/M MS

6.3 Call a Contad

Menu> Contacts> Left Key > Call>Voice call

Allow you to make a call to the contact you are viewing. Or you can just highlight a number and press the Call key.

6.4 Delete Contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key> Delete

In the Contacts list, selected the entry you want to delete.

6.5 Delete multiple contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Delete multiple

h the Cort ads list, selected the entry you want to delete.

6.6 Delete Phone contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key> Delete from Phone

In the Contacts list, selected the entry you want to delete in phone.

6.7 Delete SM1 contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key> Delete from SIM 1

In the Cortads list, select the entry you want to delete in SIM1.

6.8 Delete SM2 contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key> Delete from SIM2

In the Cortads list, select the entry you want to delete in SIM2.

6.9 Move contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Move

In the Contacts list, select the entry you want to move to SIM or phone

6.10 Add to blacklist

Menu >Contacts > Left Key > Add to blacklist

Allow you to black list selected numbers. In this case the contact will be blocked from calling you up.

6.11 Import Export Contacts

Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Import /Export/ Copy

You can import, Export or Copy contacts entries stored in the SM card to the phonememory and vice versa.

6.12 Send vCard

Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Send vCard

Allow you to send vCard to other numbers and export vCard.

6.13 Others

Speed dial

Menu >Contacts > Left Key >Others> Speed dial

Set speed dial and view memory status.

Owne rnum ber

Menu >Contacts > Left Key >Others> Own number

Set names of your own number

Memory status

Menu > Contacts > Left Key > Other s> Memory status

Check the memory status of SIM, and Phone.

6.14 Most used

Menu> Contacts > Right Key >Most used

View the contacts that most used.

6.15 Groups

Menu> Contacts > Right Key >Groups

Press the Left/Right navigation key to access the Group tab. Set up a list of numbers with similar preferences such as ringtone, profile etc.

7 Lava Zone

7.1 LavaZone

Menu > Lava Space

Your device supports Lava Zone.

8 Multimedia

8.1 Camera

Menu > Multimedia > Camera

Press the left key in camera mode to choose various settings

Shortcut keys: Press the number keys on the phone's keypad to choose various settings.

8.2 Cam corde r

Menu > Multimedia > Camcorder

Press the OK Key to start recording.

■ You can press Options switch to Camera and vice versa.
■ You can also press Options key to choose memory
■ Press Left key to choose various settings

Shortcut keys: Press the number keys as shortcuts on the phone's keypad to choose various video settings.

8.3 Audio Player

Menu > Multimedia >Audio Player

The phone comes with an inbuilt audio player that plays all your favorite songs stored in the phone memory or memory card.

■ While in music mode, press the Left key to choose various music options
■ Adjust Volume: Press Up (*) and Down (#) keys to adjust volume.

8.4 Video Player

Menu > Multimedia > VideoPlayer

Let you play videos stored in your phone or memory card.

Press 2 key while playing a video to change the display mode.

8.5 Record er

Menu > Multimedia > Recorder

You can record surrounding sounds using this feature.

8.6 FM Radio

M en u > Multimedia > FM Radio

Your phone comes with an FM radio to let you listen to FM channels.

• Go to Options> Search Channels> Auto Search to fill up the channels.
  ■ Press the number keys on your keypad in accordance to the channel list.
  ■ Press OK key to start/stop the radio.
  ■ Press the Up (*) or Down (#) key to increase/decrease the volume.
  ■ Press the Left key for various radio options.

8.7 MyImages

M en u > Multimedia > My Images

Let you to view your saved images. You can also send the images via MMS or Bluetooth or use it as contact icon or wallpaper, etc.

9 Messages

9.1 Write message

Menu > Messages > Write message > New SMS/New MMS

You can compose and send SMS/MMS. Pressing the Left Key during/after composing the message gives you

a host of messaging features.

9.2 Use message Templates

Menu > Messages > Templates

Enter into preset message templates and use them. These preset templates can save you time if the theme of your message is the same as those existing in the template.

9.3 Voice mail server

Menu > Messages > Voice mail server

You can activate voicemail service to redirect your incoming calls (based on your call settings) to a voicemail server and retrieve them later via SMS alerts.

To divert incoming calls to a voicemail server, go to Settings>Phone tab > Call Divert> Voice> (choose the desired call divert condition)> Activate> Phone Number/Voicemail Number.

9.4 Settings

Menu >Message s> Options>Settings

You can set your desired parameters for SMS/MMS and push message.

9.5 Delete all

You can choose all messages in boxes or others to delete.

9.6 Message capacity

Menu >Message >Options >Message capacity

View the memory status of your SMS/MMS/Phone.

10 Services

10.1 Internet

Menu > Services > Internet

To access this menu, enter the Main Menu in the standby mode and then select Internet. You can use the network-related services with this function.

10.2 SIM toolkit

Men u > Services > SIM tool kit

It offers some extra function depend on your SIM cards.

11 Settings

Choose various preferences to customize your handset according to your requirements. You can set:

■ Phone Settings include Restore factory setting
■ Display
Security
- Call settings
■ Connections
Dual-SIM

12 Games

121 Games

Menu > Games

Your device is supported Sokoban, Snake Tetris and

Java App to take your free time.

13 Health and Safety Precautions

Please read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal.

SAR Compliance

• Your phone is designed not to exceed the limits of emission of radio waves recommended by international guidelines.
• SAR (specific absorption rate) is the measurement of body-absorbed RF quantity when the phone is in use. SAR value is ascertained according to the highest RF level generated during laboratory tests.
• The SAR value of the phone may depend on factors such as proximity to the network tower, use of accessories or other accessories.
• The highest SAR value of the device at the head is 0.721 W/kg and body is 0.832 W/kg respectively averaged over 1 gm of human tissue.

SAR Recommendations

■ Use a wireless hands-free system (headphone, headset) with a low power Bluetooth emitter.
- Please keep your calls short and use SMS whenever more convenient. This advice applies especially to children, adolescents and pregnant women
- Prefer to use your cell phone when the signal quality is good.

■ People having active medical implants should preferably keep the cell phone at least 15 cm away from the implant.
- Maintain a preferable distance of 15 mm from the device.

Safe Driving

• Do not use the phone while driving. When you have to use the phone, please use the personal hands-free kit.
• Please do not put the phone onto any passenger seat or any place from which it may fall down in case of vehicular collision or emergency braking.

During Flight

- Flight is influenced by interference caused by the phone. It is illegal to use a phone on the airplane. Please turn off your phone during a flight.

In Hospitals

• Your Phone’s radio waves may interfere with the functioning of inadequately shielded medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine whether they are adequately shielded from external Radio Frequency. Switch off your device when regulations posted instruct you to do so.

• To avoid potential interference with implanted medical devices such as a pacemaker or cardioverter defibrillator:
  ■ Always keep your phone at least 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the medical device.

• Do not carry the wireless device in a breast pocket.
  ■ Turn off the phone if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.

• Follow the manufacturer directions for the implanted medical device.
• If you have any questions about using your wireless device with an implanted medical device, consult your health care provider.

Uns afe A re as

- Please turn off your phone when you are close to a gas station or in the vicinity of any place where fuel and chemical preparations, or any other dangerous goods are stored.

14 Taking Care of Your Device

Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be handled with care: The following suggestions will help you protect your phone:

• Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or moisture can contain minerals that will rust electronic circuits. If your device does get wet, remove the battery without turning on the device, wipe it with a dry cloth and take it the service center.
• Do not store the device in high or cold temperature. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and damage batteries.
• Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts and electronic components can be

damaged.

• Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this guide. Repairing this phone by yourself other than our authorized service agents/centers goes against the warranty rules.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the device. Rough handling can break internal circuit boards and fine mechanics.
• 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. If the time that the battery powers equipment becomes much shorter than usual, the battery life is at an end. Replace the battery with a new battery of the same make and specification.
• Do not discard the battery with household trash. Please dispose of used battery according to your local environmental laws and guidelines.
• Use manufacturer approved batteries, chargers, accessories and supplies. Spark 266 will not be held responsible for user's safety when using unapproved accessories or supplies.

Recycle Your Handset

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with two crossed lines indicating no waste or prohibition (no text or symbols)

The WEEE logo (shown at the left) appears on the product (battery, handset, and charger) to indicate that this product must not be disposed off or dumped with your other household wastes. You are liable to dispose of all your electronic or electrical waste equipment by relocating over to the specified collection point for recycling. of such hazardous waste.

Specified collection points for recycling of such hazardous waste. Collection and proper recovery of your electronic waste equipments at the time of disposal will allow us to help preserve the environment. Recycling of the electronic waste equipment will ensure safety of human health and environment.

D is claimers

1. The colors and specifications shown/mentioned in the user manual may differ from the actual product. Images shown are for representation purpose only. Other product logos and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners.

2. Spark 266 keeps the right to make modifications to any of the content in this user guide without public announcement in advance. The content of this

manual may vary from the actual content displayed in the mobile phone. In such a case, the latter shall govern.

3.

Copyrights

All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of part or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of Spark 266 is strictly prohibited.

LAVA WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

Limited warranty:

LAVA international Ltd. (LAVA) provides limited warranty for your mobile phone and original accessories delivered with your mobile phone (hereinafter referred to as “product”) The warranty period for the transceiver is one (1) year and for battery, charger and headset is six (6) months from the date of purchase.

LAVA Warranty

Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, LAVA warrants a product to be free from defects in design, material and workmanship at the time of its original purchase by you, and for a subsequent period of one (1) year for transceiver and six (6) months for battery & charger.

You shall have to coverage or benefits under this warranty in the event that any of the following conditions are applicable:

- The product has been subjected to abnormal use or conditions, improper storage, exposure to excessive moisture or dampness, exposure to excessive temperature, unauthorized modification, unauthorized repair (including but not limited to use of unauthorized spare parts in repairs), abuse, accidents, Acts of God, spills of food or liquids, improper installation

- You have not notified Lava of the defect in the product during the applicable warranty period.

- The product serial no. code or the accessories date code has been removed, defaced or altered.

- The product has been used with or connected to an accessory (i) Not supplied by Lava or its affiliates, (ii) Not fit for use with the product or (iii) Used otherwise than in manner intended.

- The seals of the product's battery enclosure have been broken or shown evidence of tempering or the product's battery has been used in equipment other than that for which it has been specified usable by LAVA.

- All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed part that is scratched or damaged due to normal use.

To get maximum of your new product, we recommend you to:

• Read the guidelines for safe and efficient use as mentioned in the manual.
• Read the terms and conditions of your Lava warranty in the manual.
• Keep your original receipt; you will need it for warranty services if asked to produce.
  ■ Present this Lava Warranty Certificate along with original proof of purchase whenever you require any warranty services.

In case Lava product needs service, please visit the nearest Lava service centers given in the service guide. Please visit our Website www.lavamobiles.com for updated list of Authorized Service Centers near to your location.

Important note: for your warranty to be valid, all information on the warranty certificate has to be completed including the stamp from the authorized distributor/retailer.

All warranty information, product features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMEI No.
Dealers Stamp ....
Date of purchase ....
Model No.