40c Titanium - Smartphone ARCHOS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Smartphone
Brand	Archos
Model	40c Titanium
Dimensions	125 x 65 x 10 mm
Weight	120 g
Power	Removable Lithium-ion battery 1500 mAh
Display	4 inches, 480 x 800 pixels resolution
Processor	Dual-core 1.3 GHz
Operating System	Android 4.4 KitKat
RAM Memory	512 MB
Internal Storage	4 GB (expandable via microSD)
Network	3G, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Rear Camera	2 megapixels with flash
Front Camera	0.3 megapixel
Connectivity	Micro-USB, 3.5 mm headphone jack
Sensors	Accelerometer
Main Functions	Calls, SMS, Internet, GPS, camera, video
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid moisture and abrasive products.
Security	Screen lock by pattern, PIN or password. Use of SIM card PIN.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Removable battery and back cover. No user-serviceable parts other than battery and cards.
Box Contents	ARCHOS 40c Titanium, battery, headset, Micro SIM adapter, USB cable, charger, quick start guide, warranty guide

Frequently Asked Questions - 40c Titanium ARCHOS

How to turn on and off the Archos 40c Titanium phone?

To turn on, press and hold the ON/OFF button until the screen lights up. To turn off, press and hold the same button, then select Power off and confirm with OK.

What to do if my phone does not turn on or is unresponsive?

Check that the battery is properly installed. Remove and reinsert it, then charge the phone for at least 20 minutes. If the issue persists, try another charger or contact customer service.

How to insert the SIM card in the Archos 40c Titanium?

Remove the back cover and battery. Slide the SIM card into slot 1 or 2 (for Dual SIM), with the magnetic side facing down. Replace the battery and cover.

How to set up the 3G connection on my Archos 40c Titanium?

Enable mobile data from the status bar. Make sure you are in a 3G coverage area. If the settings are not automatic, contact your operator to obtain the APN and enter them in Settings > Wireless & networks > More... > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.

How to transfer contacts from my SIM card to the phone?

Open the Contacts app, press the Menu button, select Import/Export, then Import from SIM card. Choose your Google account as the destination and select the contacts to import.

How to lock the screen with a PIN or pattern?

Go to Settings > Security > Screen lock. Choose Pattern, PIN or Password. Follow the instructions to set your lock method.

How to use the touchscreen of the Archos 40c Titanium?

The touchscreen responds to several gestures: tap to select, tap and hold for a context menu, swipe to scroll, pinch to zoom in or out. Refer to the manual for more details.

How to connect the phone to a WiFi network?

From the status bar, pull down and enable WiFi. Select the desired network (those with a lock require a password). You can also go to Settings > WiFi to configure.

What to do if my SIM card is blocked after entering a wrong PIN?

Contact your network operator to get the PUK code. Enter it on the unlock screen. If you enter 10 wrong PUK codes, the SIM card will be permanently blocked.

How to add a Google account on the Archos 40c Titanium?

Go to Settings > Accounts > Add account. Select Google and follow the on-screen instructions to sign in or create a new account. This will allow you to access the Play Store, Gmail, etc.

USER MANUAL 40c Titanium ARCHOS

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Table of contents

Package contents....2

Description of the phone....3

Assembling....6

Getting started....8

3G & WiFi connection....10

Google account & Contacts....12

Hints & tips for Android™ 14

Troubleshooting....16

For more information, please consult the FAQs on www.archos.com.

Make sure to read them before considering any product return. As we are often updating and improving our products, your device's software may have a slightly different appearance or modified functionality than presented in this Quick Start Guide.

Consult the declaration of conformity on http://www.archos.com/products/declaration_conformity.html

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Package Contents

Check your product box for the following items:

-ARCHOS 40c Titanium

-Battery

-Headset

-Micro SIM adaptor

-USB cable

-Charger

-Quick start guide

-Warranty Legal & Safety notices

The items supplied with your device and available accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.

The supplied items are designed only for your device and may not be compatible with other devices.

Unapproved accessories may cause your device to malfunction.

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Description of the phone

① Loudspeaker ② Webcam ③ ON/OFF button ④ Volume buttons ⑤ Microphone

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Description of the phone

⑥ Headset jack ⑦ Micro-USB port ⑧ Camera ⑨ Flash 10 Loudspeaker

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11 Multi-task 12 Home/Recent apps/Google NOW 13 Back

Multi-task: open the list of recent applications;

Home/Google NOW: short press to return to the Home screen; long press to access Google Now.

Back: return to the previous screen.

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Assembling

Opening

1. Use the notch to remove the back cover.

Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.

1. Remove the battery.

Inserting a SIM card

For your SIM card, slide it facing downwards in slot 1 or 2.

Inserting a Memory card

For your Memory card, slide it facing downwards in slot 3.

Closing

1. Align the battery's 4 contact points with those of the phone and gently press the battery down into place.
2. Replace the back cover, clicking it back into position.

Tip: Before using your device for the first time, charge its battery completely.

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Getting started

Turn ON

1. Press and hold the ON/OFF button to turn on the device. When you turn on your device, a PIN code may be requested.
2. Type the PIN code supplied with your SIM card. Beware of typing a wrong PIN code.
3. Select 'OK'.

Through the wizard

The first time you start up your ARCHOS, the installation wizard will help you set up your device:

-Language -Date & time -WiFi connection - Location service options

Turn OFF

To turn off your device, press and hold the ON/OFF button, and then select Power off > OK.

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Sound & Notification profiles

1. When the device is turned on, press and hold the ON/OFF button.
2. Select an option.

Silent Vibrate Sound

Touch screen actions:

Tap: touch once to select or launch a menu, option, or application. Tap and hold: tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds.

Drag: tap an item and move it to a new location.

Double-tap: tap an item twice quickly.

Flick: briskly scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens. Pinch in/out: place two of your fingers far apart, and then pinch them together.

Tip:

Your device goes in standby mode when you do not use it for a specified period of time. To wake up your device, press the ON/OFF button. To set the duration, go to Settings > Display > Sleep.

3G & WiFi connection

3G connection

With your SIM card, you should be connected to the Internet without any further setup. The ARCHOS will only have signal if you are in an area covered by your provider's 3G network. When connected to the 3G network, the 3G icon is displayed in the status bar.

Activating the mobile data

To be able to access Internet, the mobile data icon must be activated.

1. Touch and hold the time & battery icons to reveal the status bar.
2. Pull the white line down to display the status dashboard.
3. Touch the status dashboard icon
4. Touch the mobile data icon to activate it.

Tip:

If you encounter connection problems, see the FAQs on www.archos.com or contact your 3G network connection provider.

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WiFi connection

WARNING: Make sure that you are in a WiFi zone. You can access the WiFi settings quickly from the status bar.

1. Touch and hold the time & battery icons to reveal the status bar.
2. Pull the blue line down to display the status dashboard.
3. Touch the status dashboard icon
4. Touch the "Settings" icon to open the settings menu.
5. In the "Wireless & networks" section, if the WiFi is off, slide the WiFi switch to the "ON" position. Once the WiFi is on, the ARCHOS will scan for WiFi networks in range.
6. Touch "WiFi" to display available networks.
7. Touch the name of the network you want to connect to.

Private networks are shown with a lock icon and will require you to enter your password.

Google & Contacts

Adding a Google account

A Google account lets you take full advantage of any Google apps and services that you may want to use.

1. Go to "Settings" > "Accounts" > "Add account".
2. Select the account type "Google" to add.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter information about the account. Once the account is created, you can access Play Store, Gmail, Hangouts, Maps and many other apps.

Synchronizing info

Information must be synced to be saved. Your data is backed up on Google servers.

1. Go to "Settings" > "Accounts" > "Google".
2. Select your account.

The list of information that can be synced is displayed.

Automatic sync should be activated. To launch the sync, press the Menu button, then Sync now. You can get them back in case of loss of your device or SIM card. When your Google account is added to a new device, all your saved information is transferred.

Saving your contacts

When your contacts are saved, they are always available on the web and can be synced to any Android phone that's set up with your Google account.

1. Install the SIM card with your contacts in your phone.
2. From a Home or All Apps screen, select the People app
3. Touch the Menu button > "Import/Export".
4. In Import/export contacts, select "Import from SIM card".
5. Select your Google account.
6. Check contacts to be imported and validate.
7. Once the contacts are imported in the Google account, go to "Settings" > "Accounts" > "Google".
8. Select your Google account.
9. Select the Menu button, then "Sync now". Your contacts are saved via your Google account.

Hints & tips for Android™

The extended home screen:

You have by default one home screen. You can create as many home screens as you want. Select an app icon and slide it right. A new home screen will be created. Select another app icon and slide it right to create a third home screen.

Moving a home screen item:

Touch and hold your finger onto it until the positioning gridlines appear, then slide it to the desired location, and release your finger.

Removing a home screen item:

Touch and hold it, slide your finger towards the top of the screen and drop it over the "Remove" icon.

Uninstalling an item:

From the "All apps" screens, touch and hold it, slide your finger towards the top of the screen and drop it over "Uninstall" bin.

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Creating application folders:

Drop one app icon over another on a home screen and the two icons will be combined.

Widgets:

Touch and hold your finger on your home screen. Touch "Widgets".

Changing your wallpaper:

Hold your finger on a home screen at an empty location, then choose from the list.

Locking the touchscreen:

From the quick settings dashboard in the status bar, touch "Settings". In "Settings", scroll down and touch "Security". Touch "Screen lock". Touch the type of lock you would like to use. After you set a lock, a lock screen is displayed whenever your screen wakes up, requesting the pattern, pin or other specified key.

Troubleshooting

My phone is frozen or cannot switch on

Check the battery contacts, remove and reinstall your battery, then turn your phone on. Check the battery power level, charge for at least 20 minutes.

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

Try connecting in another location. Verify the network coverage with your operator.

Unable to make outgoing calls

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

Unable to receive incoming calls

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

SIM card PIN locked

Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK code (Personal Unblocking Key).

To configure a new 3G network:

On your device, tap Settings.

Select Wireless & networks > More... > Mobile networks.

Select Network settings. In Network operators, select your operator.

In Access Point Names, select the correct access point name and enter the exact connection parameters provided by your 3G provider.

Box contents

Assembly

Open

Getting started

Turn on

Sound profile & notification

3G & WiFi connections

3G connection

Tip:

WiFi connection

Google account & Contacts

Back up your contacts

Troubleshooting

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Package Contents

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Assembly

Opening

Getting Started

Power On

Tip:

Wi-Fi

release it into the "Uninstall" trash.

Troubleshooting

Index

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51

Assembly

Opening

3G & WiFi Connection

3G Connection

Tip:

WiFi Connection

Summary

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Assembly

Opening

Introduction

Power On

WiFi Connection

Google Account and Contacts

Getting to Know Android™

Table of Contents

Assembly

Opening

Getting Started

Turning On

Sound & Notifications

3G & WiFi Connection

3G Connection

Tip:

WiFi Connection

Google Account & Contacts

Saving Contacts

Troubleshooting

Index

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Assembly

Open

Preparation

Power on

3G & WiFi connection

3G connection

Tip:

WiFi connection

Contents

Package contents

Device description

Assembly

Opening

Getting started

Turning on

Tip:

Wi-Fi

Table of contents

Phone description

Assembly

Touch screen:

3G and Wi-Fi connectivity

3G connectivity

Tip:

Wi-Fi connection

Table of contents

Package contents

Assembly

Opening

Getting Started

Power On

Tip:

Wi-Fi Connection

Saving Contacts

Troubleshooting

Table of Contents

Contents

Phone Description

Menu

Setup

Unlocking the Phone

Silent Vibrate Sound

Sound and Constraint

Getting Started

Operation

-allet & documentary

Wireless Network -

3G Network

Note:

Add Google Account

Names & Google by

Save Names

Instructions for Use

Warranty Certificate

1. Purchase Date: / /

Device Model:

Distributor name:

Serial number:

Open Source Software Offer

The software bundled with this product includes software files subject to certain open source license requirements. Such open source software files are subject solely to the terms of the relevant open source software license. Such open source software is provided on an "AS IS" basis to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

For the open source files contained herein, please access "Open source license" section located at: Settings\About phone\Legal information on the device for the relevant copyright and licensing terms. You may obtain a copy of Apache License, Version 2.0 at http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0. You may also obtain a copy of GNU General Public License, Version 2 at the Free Software Foundation, INC, 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301, USA.

Until the date that is three years after our last shipment of this product, you may obtain a copy of the source code corresponding to the binaries for any GPL-Licensed file by contacting ARCHOS customer service at http://www.archos.com and ARCHOS will send you a link to such source code or will provide instructions to get the source on a physical medium.

This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.

National restrictions

This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:

Country Restriction Reason/remark

Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and public service

France Outdoor use

limited to 10

mW e.i.r.p.

within the

band 2454-

2483.5 MHz

Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the

2.4 GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012

Italy None If used outside of own premises, general

authorization is required.

Luxembourg None General authorization required for network and service supply (not for spectrum)

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Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund

Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications

Note: Frequency 2454-2483.5 MHz are restricted to indoor use in France.

Consult the declaration of conformity on http://www.archos.com/products/declaration_conformity.html

SAR

After the laboratory measurement, this mobile phone SAR value is:

Archos company declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC

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