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WELCOME 
Welcome to the Micromax family. Congratulations on becoming a proud 
owner of the Micromax A72 Android phone. Your A72 device offers you 
the following exciting features and much more: 
  Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) Platform: Your A72 comes packaged with 
Android 2.3 OS meaning that your Mobile phone is based on a versatile 
operating system. 
  3 Megapixel Camera: The 3 Megapixel camera along allows you to take 
crisp and sharp high quality pictures and videos any time. 
  1  GHz  Processor:  To  give  you  speed  in  handling  your  games  and 
applications. 
  5  Inch  Capacitive  Touch  screen:  Gives  you  an  intuitive  and  friendly 
Interface allowing you to operate your phone with finesse. 
  Motion sensor: For a smooth and superior gaming experienc6e.   
  Pinch Zoom Feature: You can use the pinch zoom command to magnify 
images and web pages displayed on your interface. 
  Intelligent  User  Interface:  The  Intelligent  and  highly  intuitive  User 
interface makes your access to the features a smooth ride. 
  Dual SIM: You can enjoy the features of two SIM on your handset. 
  Wi-Fi:  The  Wi-Fi  features  lets  you  connect  wirelessly  and  seamlessly 
with your Wi-Fi network for Internet connectivity. 
  Bluetooth:  Lets  you  exchange  files  and 
information  with  other 
Bluetooth enabled devices. 
 
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THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE  
An AndroidTM Phone can perform many of the same functions as a computer 
and you can customize it to your own needs. For example, you can add and 
remove  applications  or  upgrade  existing  applications  to  improve  the 
functions. At Android market, you can download a range of applications and 
games  from an ever  growing collection. You can also  integrate applications 
on your android phone with other applications and with online services that 
you use. 
READ ME FIRST 
  Please  read  all  safety  precautions  and  this  manual  carefully  before 
using your device to ensure safe and proper use. 
  The  descriptions  in  this  manual  are  based  on  the  default  settings  of 
your device. 
  Available  features  and  additional  services  may  vary  by  device, 
software, or service provider. 
  Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, software 
or  hardware  specifications.  Micromax  is  not  liable  for  performance 
issues caused by third-party applications. 
DDIISSCCLLAAIIMMEERRSS::  
  Talk and Standby time are affected by Network preferences, type of 
SIM card, and individual usage patterns. 
  Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Services and 
some features may be dependent on the network, or service content 
provider,   
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  Images  shown  in  this  User  Guide  are  for  representation  only.  Other 
product  logos  and  company  names  mentioned/used  herein  may  be 
trademarks or trade names of their respective owners. 
  The  functions  explained  or  listed  in  this  manual  may  differ  from  the 
actual functions appearing in the device. In such a case, the latter shall 
govern. 
  Content in this user manual may differ based on software provided by 
service  providers  or  carriers,  and  is  subject  to  change  without  prior 
notice. 
  Micromax reserves the right to make modifications to the content in 
this user guide without any prior notice. 
IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNAALL  IICCOONNSS  
Before you start, please familiarize yourself with the icons you will see in 
this manual: 
Information: Provides useful information 
  
   Warning: Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others 
Caution: Situations that could cause damage to your device or other 
equipment 
  
   Tips to help you with the features. 
  
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              CONTENTS 
WELCOME 
THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE 
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READ ME FIRST 
DISCLAIMERS: .......................................................................... 3 
INSTRUCTIONAL ICONS .............................................................. 4 
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CONTENTS 
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PHONE LAYOUT 
INSERT SIM CARD .................................................................... 9 
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INSERT MEMORY CARD 
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TURN THE PHONE ON AND OFF 
CHARGE THE BATTERY ............................................................ 11 
UNLOCK THE PHONE ............................................................... 12 
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USING THE TOUCH SCREEN 
TOUCH AND HOLD................................................................... 13 
DRAG AN ITEM ........................................................................ 14 
SCROLL ................................................................................. 15 
SWIPE ................................................................................... 15 
USING THE PINCH ZOOM ......................................................... 16 
DOUBLE-TAP .......................................................................... 17 
CHANGE THE ORIENTATION ...................................................... 17 
OPEN AND CLOSE THE LAUNCHER ............................................ 18 
  TO OPEN THE MAIN MENU. ....... 18 
TOUCH THE LAUNCHER ICON 
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PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS 
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MAKE A CALL ......................................................................... 19 
CONFERENCE CALL ................................................................ 19 
MAKE AN INTERNATIONAL CALL ................................................ 20 
END A CALL ........................................................................... 21 
DISABLE PHONE CALLS ........................................................... 21 
USING THE HANDSET’S KEYS ................................................... 21 
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THE HOME SCREEN 
SWITCH BETWEEN HOME SCREENS ......................................... 22 
CUSTOMIZE HOME SCREEN ..................................................... 22 
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WORKING WITH MENUS 
MENU ICONS .......................................................................... 23 
CONTEXT MENU ..................................................................... 24 
OPTIONS MENUS .................................................................... 24 
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MANAGING NOTIFICATIONS 
OPEN THE NOTIFICATIONS PANEL ............................................. 25 
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MESSAGING 
CREATE AND SEND MULTIMEDIA MESSAGE ................................ 27 
FORWARD A MESSAGE ............................................................. 28 
LOCK A MESSAGE ................................................................... 29 
USING THE ONSCREEN KEYBOARD ........................................... 29 
USE VOICE COMMAND ............................................................ 30 
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MULTIMEDIA 
CAMERA ................................................................................ 30 
GALLERY ............................................................................... 32 
MUSIC ................................................................................... 32 
COPY SONGS FROM YOUR PC ................................................. 33 
FM RADIO ............................................................................. 33 
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RECORD SOUND .................................................................... 34 
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CONNECT TO NETWORKS AND DEVICES 
CONNECT TO THE INTERNET .................................................... 34 
ACCESS INTERNET VIA WI-FI ................................................... 36 
PAIR WITH BLUETOOTH DEVICES ............................................. 36 
INSTALL SECURE CERTIFICATE ................................................. 36 
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MANAGE ACCOUNTS 
GOOGLE ACCOUNT ................................................................. 37 
START GMAIL ......................................................................... 37 
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APPLICATIONS 
MAPS .................................................................................... 38 
START GMAIL ......................................................................... 39 
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 
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TAKING CARE OF YOUR DEVICE 
COPYRIGHT ........................................................................... 43 
TRADEMARKS ......................................................................... 43 
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INDEX 
 
 
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PHONE LAYOUT 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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