TCL FLIP 2 Prepaid Phone Installation Guide

: June 3, 2024
: TCL

Table of Contents

TCL FLIP 2 Prepaid Phone
Safety information
BATTERY
CHARGERS
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity
Exposure to radio frequency
Disclaimer
Accessory
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

TCL FLIP 2 Prepaid Phone

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This device meets applicable national SAR limits of 1.6 W/kg. When carrying the device or using it while worn on your body, either use an approved accessory such as a holster or otherwise maintain a distance of 15 mm from the body to ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements. Note that the product may be transmitting even if you are not using it.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use.
The device contains magnets which may interfere with other devices and items (such as credit card, pacemakers, defibrillators, etc.). Please maintain at least 150 mm of separation between your phone and the devices/items mentioned above.

Safety information

We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your device. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained herein.

TRAFFIC SAFETY

Given that studies show that using a device while driving a vehicle constitutes a real risk, even when the hands-free kit is used (car kit, headset…), drivers are requested to refrain from using their device when the vehicle is not parked.
When driving, do not use your device or headphones to listen to music or to the radio. Using a headphone can be dangerous and forbidden in some areas. When switched on, your device emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere with the vehicle’s electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags. To ensure that there is no problem:

do not place your device on top of the dashboard or within an airbag deployment area,
check with your car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the dashboard is adequately shielded from device RF energy.

CONDITIONS OF USE

You are advised to switch off the device from time to time to optimize its performance.
Switch the device off before boarding an aircraft.
Switch the device off when you are in healthcare facilities, except in designated areas. As with many other types of equipment now in regular use, these devices can interfere with other electrical or electronic devices, or equipment using radio frequencies.
Switch the device off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and instructions posted in a fuel depot, petrol station, or chemical plant, or in any potentially explosive atmosphere.
When the device is switched on, it should be kept at least 150 mm from any medical device such as a pacemaker, a hearing aid, or insulin pump, etc. In particular when using the device, you should hold it against the ear on the opposite side of the device, if applicable.
To avoid hearing impairment, move the device away from your ear while using the “hands-free” mode because the amplified volume might cause hearing damage.
Do not let children use the device and/or play with the device and accessories without supervision.
When replacing the cover, note that your device may contain substances that could create an allergic reaction.
Always handle your device with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
Do not allow your device to be exposed to adverse weather or environmental conditions (moisture, humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc.). The manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature range is 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F).
At over 40°C (104°F) the legibility of the device’s display may be impaired, though this is temporary and not serious.
Emergency call numbers may not be reachable on all cellular networks. You should never rely only on your phone for emergency calls.
Do not open, dismantle, or attempt to repair your device yourself.
Do not drop, throw, or bend your device.
To avoid any injury, do not use the device if the screen is damaged, cracked, or broken.
Do not paint the device.
Only use batteries, battery chargers, and accessories which are recommended by TCL Communication Ltd. and its affiliates and are compatible with your device model.
TCL Communication Ltd. and its affiliates disclaim any liability for damage caused by the use of other chargers or batteries.
Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information stored in your device.

PRIVACY

Please note that you must respect the laws and regulations in force in your jurisdiction or other jurisdiction(s) where you will use your device regarding taking photographs and recording sounds with your device. Pursuant to such laws and regulations, it may be strictly forbidden to take photographs and/or record the voices of other people or any of their personal attributes, and duplicate or distribute them, as this may be considered to be an invasion of privacy. It is the user’s sole responsibility to ensure that prior authorization be obtained, if necessary, in order to record private or confidential conversations or take a photograph of another person. The manufacturer, the seller, vendor, and/or service provider of your device. Disclaim any liability which may result from the improper use of the device.

BATTERY

Following air regulation, the battery of your product is not charged. Please charge it first.
Before removing the battery from your device, make sure that the device is switched off.

Observe the following precautions for battery use:

Do not attempt to open the battery (due to the risk of toxic fumes and burns).
Do not puncture, disassemble, or cause a short-circuit in a battery.
Do not burn or dispose of a used battery in household rubbish or store it at temperatures above 60°C (140°F).
Do not disassemble or open, crush, bend or deform, puncture, or shred.
Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire, explosion, or other hazard.

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per CTIA Certification Requirements for Battery System Compliance to IEEE 1725. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard.
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with locally applicable environmental regulations. Only use the battery for the purpose for which it was designed. Never use damaged batteries or those not recommended by TCL Communication Ltd. and/or its affiliates.
This symbol on your device, the battery, and the accessories means that these products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:

Municipal waste disposal centers with specific bins for these items of equipment.
Collection bins at points of sale.

They will then be recycled, so that their components can be reused, preventing substances being disposed of in the environment.

In European Union countries:

These collection points are accessible free of charge.
All products with this sign must be brought to these collection points.

In non-European Union jurisdictions:

Items of equipment with this symbol are not to be thrown into ordinary bins if your jurisdiction or your region has suitable recycling and collection facilities; instead they are to be taken to collection points for them to be recycled.

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

CHARGERS

Main powered chargers will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F).
The chargers designed for your device meet with the standard for safety of information technology equipment and office equipment use. They are also compliant to the eco design directive 2009/125/EC. Due to different applicable electrical specifications, a charger you purchased in one jurisdiction may not work in another jurisdiction. They should be used for this purpose only.

Electronic Recycling

For more information on Electronic Recycling:

Visit TCL Electronic Recycling Program website at https://www.tcl.com/us/en/mobile/accessibility-compliance/tcl-mobile-electronic-recycling-program.html or
Call TCL US Customer Support at 1-855-224-4228.

Battery Recycling (USA & Canada):

TCL partners with Call2Recycle® to offer a safe and convenient battery recycling program.

For more information on our Battery Recycling Program, please visit https://www.tcl.com/us/en/mobile/accessibility-compliance/tcl-mobile-battery- recycling-program.html

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation if this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR):

This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the United States.
During SAR testing, this is set to transmit at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands, and placed in positions that simulate RF exposure in usage near the body with the separation of 15 mm. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.
This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output.
The exposure standard for wireless employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg.
Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
SAR information on this model device is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid after searching on:

FCC ID : 2ACCJN060

This device is HAC M4/T4 compatible. Reference ANSI C63.19 (2011).

FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)

On product, go to Settings > About phone > Legal info > Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
Or go to https://www.tcl.com/us/en/mobile/accessibility-compliance/hearing- aid-compatibility/ and search for FCC ID 2ACCJN060.

Exposure to radio frequency

On product, go to Settings > About phone > E-Label

Or go to https://www.tcl.com/us/en/mobile/accessibility-compliance/mobile-and-health/ and search for model 4058R.
SAR compliance for body operation is based on a separation distance of 15 mm between the device and the human body. During use, the actual SAR values for this device are usually well below the values stated above. This is because, for purposes of system efficiency and to minimize interference on the network, the operating power of your device is automatically decreased when full power is not needed. The lower the power output of the device, the lower its SAR value.
Body-worn SAR testing has been carried out at a separation distance of 15 mm. To meet RF exposure guidelines during body-worn operation, the device should be positioned at least this distance away from the body.
If you are not using an approved accessory ensure that whatever product is used is free of any metal and that it positions the device the indicated distance away from the body.
Organizations such as the World Health Organization and the US Food and Drug Administration have suggested that if people are concerned and want to reduce their exposure they could use a hands-free accessory to keep the wireless device away from the head or body during use, or reduce the amount of time spent on the device.

Please note by using the device some of your personal data may be shared with the main device. It is under your responsibility to protect your own personal data, not to share with it with any unauthorized devices or third party devices connected to yours. For devices with Wi-Fi features, only connect to trusted Wi-Fi networks. Also when using your device as a hotspot (where available), use network security. These precautions will help prevent unauthorized access to your device. Your device can store personal information in various locations, including a SIM card, memory card, and built-in memory. Be sure to remove or clear all personal information before you recycle, return, or give away your device. Choose your apps and updates carefully, and install from trusted sources only. Some apps can impact your device’s performance and/or have access to private information, including account details, call data, location details, and network resources.
Note that any data shared with TCL Communication Ltd. is stored in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. For these purposes TCL Communication Ltd. implements and maintains appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect all personal data, for example, against unauthorized or unlawful processing and accidental loss or destruction of or damage to such personal data whereby the measures shall provide a level of security that is appropriate having regard to:

the technical possibilities available,
the costs for implementing the measures,
the risks involved with the processing of the personal data, and
the sensitivity of the personal data processed.

You can access, review, and edit your personal information at any time by logging into your user account, visiting your user profile, or contacting us directly. Should you require us to edit or delete your personal data, we may ask you to provide us with evidence of your identity before we can act on your request.

US Information Concerning the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) Requirements for Hearing Aid Compatibility with Wireless Devices

When wireless devices are used near hearing devices (such as hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference, and wireless devices also vary in the amount of interference that they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings to assist hearing device users in finding wireless devices that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all wireless devices have been rated. Wireless devices that are rated will have the rating displayed on the box together with other relevant approval markings.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device is vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated wireless device successfully. Consulting with your hearing health professional and testing the wireless device with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
This smartphone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that the smartphone uses. However, other wireless technologies may be used in this smartphone that have not been tested for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of your smartphone thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you hear any interfering noise when using this smartphone with your hearing aid or cochlear implant. Consult your wireless service provider about its return and exchange policies, and for information about hearing aid compatibility.
Hearing aid compatibility rating for this smartphone: M4/T4.

How the ratings work

M-Ratings : Wireless devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than wireless devices that are not labeled. M4 is the better or higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Wireless devices rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing device’s telecoil (“T Switch” or “Telephone Switch”) than unrated wireless devices. T4 is the better or higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.)

Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find results for your hearing device. The more immune your hearing aid is, the less likely you are to experience interference noise from wireless devices.
For more information about the actions that the FCC has taken with regard to hearing aid compatibility with wireless devices and other steps that the FCC has taken to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to telecommunications services, visit www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro.

LICENCES

microSD Logo is a trademark of SD-3C LLC.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by TCL Communication Ltd. and its affiliates is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
TCL 4058R Bluetooth Declaration ID D044937
The Wi-Fi Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

General information

Website: www.tcl.com/us/en (US)
www.tcl.com/ca/en (Canada)
Call support: 1-855-224-4228 (US and Canada)
Web support : https://support.tcl.com/contact-us (email only for mobile products)
Manufacturer: TCL Communication Ltd.
5/F, Building 22E, 22 Science Park East Avenue, Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong

An electronic version of the device user guide is available in English and other languages (according to availability) on our website: www.tcl.com/us
Download files for your device at : https://support.tcl.com/us-mobile- product-downloads

Protection against theft (1)

Your device is identified by an IMEI (phone serial number) shown on the packaging label and in the product’s memory. We recommend that you note the number the first time you use your device by entering *#06# and keep it in a safe place. It may be requested by the police or your operator if your device is stolen. This number allows your device to be blocked, preventing a third person from using it, even with a different SIM card.

Disclaimer

There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the device’s operation, depending on the software release of your device or specific operator services.
TCL Communication Ltd. shall not be held legally responsible for such differences, if any, nor for their potential consequences, which responsibility shall be borne by the operator exclusively.

This device may contain materials, including applications and software in executable or source code form, which is submitted by third parties for inclusion in this device (“Third Party Materials”). All third party materials in this device are provided “as is”, without warranty of any kind, whether express or implied, including the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or use/third party application, interoperability with other materials or applications of the purchaser and non-infringement of copyright. The purchaser undertakes that TCL Communication Ltd. has complied with all quality obligations incumbent upon it as a manufacturer of mobile devices and devices in complying with Intellectual Property rights. TCL Communication Ltd. will at no stage be responsible for the inability or failure of the Third Party Materials to operate on this device or in interaction with any other devices of the purchaser. To the maximum extent permitted by law, TCL Communication Ltd. disclaims all liability for any claims, demands, suits, or actions, and more specifically – but not limited to – tort law actions, under any theory of liability, arising out of the use, by whatever means, or attempts to use, such Third Party Materials. Moreover, the present Third Party Materials, which are provided free of charge by TCL Communication Ltd., may be subject to paid updates and upgrades in the future; TCL Communication Ltd. waives any responsibility regarding such additional costs, which shall be borne exclusively by the purchaser. The availability of the applications may vary depending on the countries and the operators where the device is used; in no event shall the list of possible applications and software provided with the devices be considered as an undertaking from TCL Communication Ltd.; it shall remain merely as information for the purchaser. Therefore, TCL Communication Ltd. shall not be held responsible for the lack of availability of one or more applications wished for by the purchaser, as its availability depends on the country and the operator of the purchaser. TCL Communication Ltd. reserves the right at any time to add or remove Third Party Materials from its devices without prior notice; in no event shall TCL Communication Ltd. be held responsible by the purchaser for any consequences that such removal may have on the purchaser regarding the use or attempt to use such applications and Third Party Materials.

Accessory

1850mAh lithium-ion battery
Quick Start Guide
USB-C cable
Safety and warranty information
Pre-installed SIM card
Wall charger

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

TCL Technology Holding Limited, offers a 1 year limited warranty on selected TCL devices that are found to be defective in materials or workmanship upon submission of the following items:

The warranty card is properly completed and submitted, and including;
Proof of purchase – consisting of original invoice or sales slip indicating the date of purchase, dealer’s name, model and serial number of the product.

General Terms and Conditions

This warranty is confined to the first purchaser of the product only and is not applicable to cases other than defects in material, design and workmanship.
Items and Conditions Not Covered:

Periodic checks, maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear.
Abuse or misuses, including but not solely limited to the failure to use this product for its normal purposes or in accordance with TCL’s instructions on usage and maintenance.
Defects resulting from usage of the product in conjunction with accessories that are not approved by TCL for use with this product.
TCL will not be responsible for any repairs caused by third party component parts, or service that is found to be the cause for the defect or damage of the product.
TCL will not be responsible for failure to use the battery in accordance with the specific instructions of core outlined in the product user manual. For example, do not attempt to open sealed devices, such as batteries. Opening of sealed devices may result in bodily injury and/or property damage.
Accidents, Acts of God, lightning, water, fire, public disturbances, improper ventilation, voltage fluctuations or any cause beyond the control of TCL.
This warranty does not affect the consumers’ statutory rights nor the consumers’ rights against the dealer related to their purchase/sales agreement.

TCL’s 1 Year Limited Warranty will abide by the following options regarding claims:

Repair the TCL product using new or previously used parts that are equivalent to new in performance and reliability
Replace the TCL product with the same model (or with a product that has similar functionality) formed from new and/or previously used parts that are equivalent to new in performance and reliability, also;
When a TCL product or part is replaced or provided, any replacement item becomes the customer’s property and the replaced or refunded item becomes TCL’s property
TCL will not provide any data transfer service. This is the customer’s responsibility. TCL shall not be liable for the loss of any saved/stored data in products that are either repaired or replaced. Customer should maintain a separate backup copy of the contents of the device’s data.
Repair or Replacement of any TCL product under the terms of this warranty does not provide right to extension or renewal of the warranty period.
Warranty repairs are available free of charge at TCL authorized repair centers for products that comply with the General Terms and Conditions of this warranty. Shipping cost of the defective product(s) to TCL authorized repair center is to be paid by the customer. The customer is responsible for any damage to the defective product during shipment to the authorized repair center.
This warranty is not transferrable. This warranty will be the purchasers’ sole and exclusive remedy and neither TCL nor its service centers shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or breach of any express or implied warranty of this product.
This warranty extends to products purchased and sold within the United States and Canada. All products sold in United States will be subject to their respective state and federal laws. All products purchased in Canada will be subject to Canadian laws.

Customer Care Contact Information