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4 Getting to Know Your Phone 5 Power key Press and hold to turn on or off airplane mode, power off or restart the phone. Press to turn off or on the screen display. Home key Touch to return to the home screen. Touch and hold to use Google Search or Now on Tap. Back key Touch to go to the previous screen. Recent apps key Touch to see recently used applications. Volume key Press or hold either end of the key to turn the volume up or down. NOTE:
The positions of the Back key and the Recent apps key are interchangeable through Settings > Navigation key. 6 Installing the nano-SIM Card Power off your phone before installing or removing the nano-SIM card. WARNING!
To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any other kind of SIM cards, or any non-standard nano-SIM card cut from a SIM card. You can get a standard nano-SIM card from your service provider. 1. Insert the tip of the tray eject tool into the hole on the card tray. 7 2. Pull out the card tray and place the nano-SIM card on the tray, as shown. Carefully slide the tray back into place. 8 Charging the Battery Your phones battery should have enough power for the phone to turn on, find a signal, and make a few calls. You should fully charge the battery as soon as possible. WARNING!
Use only ZTE-approved chargers and cables. The use of unapproved accessories could damage your phone or cause the battery to explode. CAUTION:
Do not change the built-in rechargeable battery in your phone by yourself. The battery can only be changed by ZTE or ZTE authorized service provider. 9 1. Connect the adapter to the charging jack. 2. Connect the charger to a standard AC power outlet. 3. Disconnect the charger when the battery is fully charged. NOTE:
If the battery is extremely low, you may be unable to power on the phone even when it is being charged. In this case, try again after charging the phone for at least 20 minutes. Contact the customer service if you still cannot power on the phone after prolonged charging. 10 Powering On/Off Your Phone Press and hold the Power key to turn on your phone. To turn it off, press and hold the Power key to open the options menu and then touch Power off > OK. NOTE:
If the phone freezes or takes too long to respond, you can press and hold the Power key for about 10 seconds to restart the phone. Opening Applications 1. Touch the Home key if the current screen is not the home screen. 2. Touch
. 3. Slide up or down on the screen and touch an app to open it. 11 12 Customizing Home Screens You can customize your home screens by adding application shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Adding Shortcuts and Widgets 1. Touch the Home key >
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To add widgets, touch and hold an empty area of the home screen and select Widgets. 2. Slide to browse the available applications or widgets. 3. Touch and hold a widget or an application icon and drag it to the home screen. If necessary, drag the shortcut to the left or right to select other home screen panels. NOTE:
While holding the item, you can drag it to the right edge of the screen to create a new home screen panel and put the item on it. Removing Shortcuts or Widgets 1. Touch and hold a widget or shortcut on the home screen. 2. Drag it to
(Remove) to remove it. 13 Organizing Icons With a Folder 1. Touch and hold a shortcut on the home screen until
(Folder) appears. 2. Drag the shortcut to
(Folder) and release it. A new folder will be created and the shortcut is added into the folder. 3. To add more shortcuts into the folder, touch and hold each shortcut and drag it over the folder before releasing it. NOTES:
Touch the folder and then touch the name field to rename the folder. Drag the folder to
(Extract) to delete the folder and replace its shortcuts on the home screen. Applying New Wallpapers 1. Touch and hold an empty place on the home screen, and then touch Wallpapers. You can choose a wallpaper for the home screen or lock screen. 2. Slide left or right on the wallpaper panel to select a wallpaper, or touch GALLERY or LIVE WALLPAPER to choose the image or animation you want to use as the wallpaper. Some cropping may be needed for Gallery and Photos images. 14 Setting the Theme 1. Touch and hold an empty place on the home screen and touch Themes. 2. Select a theme you like. Setting the Home Screen Transition Effect 1. Touch and hold an empty place on the home screen and touch Effects. 2. Pick an effect and the phone will demonstrate how it works. Touch other effects until you find the favourite one. Managing the Extended Home Screens Your home screen is extendable, providing more space for folders, widgets, and more. Simply swipe left or right on the home screen to see the extended panels. To add a new home screen panel:
1. Touch the Home key >
, or touch and hold an empty area of the home screen and select Widgets. 2. Touch and hold an application icon or a widget and drag it to the right edge of the screen to create a new home screen 15 panel and put the icon or widget on it. To delete a home screen panel:
1. Touch and hold an empty area of the home screen and slide left or right to view the home screen thumbnails. 2. Touch on the top right corner of a thumbnail. 3. Touch OK. The items on the panel will also be removed. NOTE:
No empty home screen panel is allowed to exist. If the icon, widget or folder is the only item on the current home screen panel, the panel will be deleted as you remove the item. To adjust the order of a home screen panel:
1. Touch and hold an empty area of the home screen and slide left or right to view the home screen thumbnails. 2. Touch and hold a thumbnail and drag it left or right to the place you need. NOTE:
Touch the main home screen. at the bottom of a home screen thumbnail to set it as 16 Checking the Phone Status The status bar at the top of the screen displays phone and service status with various icons on the right side. Below are some of the icons and their meanings. 2G connected 3G connected LTE connected Do not disturb mode on
(Alarms only or Priority only) Do not disturb mode on
(Total silence) Vibration on No signal Signal strength Mobile data in use Airplane mode Bluetooth on Connected to a Wi-Fi network Ringer off Wi-Fi in use Battery low Battery partially drained Battery full Speaker on Phone microphone off GPS on 17
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Battery charging Alarm set Managing Notifications The status bar at the top of the screen provides notification alerts with different icons on the left side. Below are some of the icons and their meanings. The notifications depend on the apps installed and you can touch and drag the status bar down to see more information.
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New SMS New MMS New message(s) from the Email app New message(s) from the Gmail app Missed call Call in progress Upcoming event New Wi-Fi network detected Downloading data Sending data USB connected Wired headset connected Call on hold
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Song playing 18 Calling and Voicemail Making a Call 1. Touch the Home key >
. 2. Touch and enter the phone number or the contact name with the dialpad. The phone will display matching information from your contact list. 3. Touch the matching contact to call the contact or touch to call the number. NOTE:
You can also touch the search box at the top of the Phone app screen and enter the phone number or contact name you want to call. Touch the matching contact or Call [number] to place the call. 19 Checking Voicemail 1. Touch the Home key >
>
. 2. Touch and hold the 1 key on the dialpad. If prompted, enter your voicemail password. 3. Follow the voice prompts to listen to and manage your voicemail messages. 20 Creating a New Contact 1. Touch the Home key >
>
and touch the CONTACTS tab. 2. Touch to add a new contact. 3. Enter the contact name, phone numbers or email addresses. 4. Touch More Fields to enter other information. If you have multiple account types associated with your phone, touch the contact account field at the top and select a contact type. 5. Touch to save the contact. 21 Importing Contacts in Batches 1. Touch the Home key >
>
. 2. Touch
> Import/Export > Import from storage. 3. Select an account in which to save the contacts. 4. If prompted, choose to import one, multiple, or all vCard files. 5. If prompted, touch OK. 22 Sending a Message 1. Touch the Home key >
>
. 2. Add recipients by one of the following ways. Touch the To field and manually enter the recipients number or the contact name. If the phone presents a few suggestions, touch the one you want to add. Select recipients from your contacts by touching
. 3. Touch the Type message field and enter the content of your text message. 4. If you want to send a multimedia message, touch the paper clip icon to attach a file or a slideshow to the message. 5. Touch or SEND. 23 24 Playing Music 1. Touch the Home key >
>
. 2. Touch All Songs and find the song you want to play. 3. Touch the song to play it. Touch the bar at the bottom to open the playback screen. 25 Number Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Return to the music library. Album artwork (if available). Slide left/right to switch to the next/previous song in the playlist. Check the track information. Turn on or off shuffle. Playback control: Skip songs or pause and resume playback. Drag the progress bar to jump to any part of the track. Toggle repeat mode: no repeat, repeat the current track, or repeat the current playlist. Add the track to the Favorites playlist. Open the Dolby Audio app to adjust the sound effect.. Touch to see the current playlist (queue). 10 Access additional options. 26 Connecting to the Internet Connecting via Wi-Fi 1. Touch the Home key >
> Settings > Wi-Fi. 2. Touch the Wi-Fi switch if Wi-Fi is off. Your phone automatically searches for Wi-Fi networks in range and displays their names and security settings. It also connects to previously linked networks when they are in range. 3. Touch a network name to connect to it. If the network is secured, enter a password or other credentials. (Ask your network administrator for details.) 27 Connecting via Mobile Network 1. Touch the Home key >
> Settings > Mobile networks > Mobile Data. 2. Touch the Mobile Data switch if it is turned off. 28 Setting Up Email Accounts Using Gmail You can use the Gmail app to add your Gmail accounts and other email accounts such as Yahoo and Outlook. 1. Touch the Home key >
> Gmail. 2. Read or skip the instructions for the first time use, and then touch Add an email address. NOTE:
If another Gmail account is already set up, touch
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Settings > Add account from the Gmail app. 3. Select Google or Personal (IMAP/POP) and touch NEXT. 4. For Gmail account, touch Enter your email to sign in to your existing Google Account, or touch Or create a new account to create one; for other email accounts, enter the email address and password. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to set up your Gmail or email account. 29 Using Email You can use the Email app to add email accounts including Microsoft Exchange Active Sync, Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo, etc. 1. Touch the Home key >
> Email. 2. Select an email server and enter the email address and password. 30 NOTE:
If another email account is already set up, touch Settings > Add account from the Email app.
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3. Touch NEXT and follow the onscreen instructions. NOTE:
Contact your IT administrator to help set up your corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account. 31 Connecting With a Bluetooth Headset 1. Turn on the Bluetooth headset and switch it to pairing mode. Refer to the headsets user guide for more information. 2. Touch the Home key >
> Settings > Bluetooth. 3. Touch the Bluetooth switch if it is off. When Bluetooth is on, the icon appears in the status bar. NOTE:
Your phone automatically scans for and displays the IDs of all available Bluetooth devices in range. Touch
>
Refresh if you want to scan again. 4. Touch the ID of the headset, or any other device you want to pair with your phone. Enter a passcode if prompted. 5. If necessary, touch the ID of the paired headset to connect with it. NOTE:
Touch the ID again and then touch OK to end the connection. 32 33 Installing Apps From the Google Play Store Google Play has tens of thousands of games and applications for you to use and enjoy. Before you begin, make sure that you have signed in to your Google account. NOTE:
The content you can access in the Play Store depends on your region and your service provider. 1. Touch the Home key >
>
. The first time you launch Play Store, accept the Google Play Terms of Service. 2. Find the apps you need either by category or by touching the search box at the top. 3. Touch the app to see detailed description. 4. Touch INSTALL (free apps) or the price (paid apps) and follow the on-screen instructions to continue. If the app is not free, you need to sign in to your Google Wallet account and select a payment method. 5. Wait for the app to be downloaded and installed automatically. Payment needs to be authorized before paid apps start downloading. 34 For Your Safety General Safety Dont make or receive handheld calls while driving. Never text while driving. Keep your phone at least 10 mm away from your ear or body while making calls. Small parts may cause choking. Your phone can produce a loud sound. Avoid contact with anything magnetic. 35 Dont use at gas stations. Your phone may produce a bright or flashing light. Dont dispose of your phone in fire. To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Avoid extreme temperatures. Keep away from pacemakers and other electronic medical devices. Turn off when asked to in hospitals and medical facilities. Turn off when told to in aircrafts and airports. Turn off when near explosive materials or liquids. Avoid contact with liquids. Keep your phone dry. Do not attempt to disassemble your phone. Only use approved accessories. Dont rely on your phone as a primary device for emergency communications. Radio Frequency (RF) Energy This phone 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 device was set to transmit at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands, and placed in positions that simulate RF exposure in usage against 36 the head with no separation, and near the body with the separation of 10 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 phone 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 devices employing a unit of measurement is known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg. This device is complied with SAR for general population
/uncontrolled exposure limits in ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE1528. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model phone 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:
SRQ-Z986DL. For this device, the highest reported SAR value for usage against the head is 0.68 W/kg, for usage near the body is 1.19 W/kg, and for simultaneous transmission is 1.55 W/kg. While there may be differences between the SAR levels of 37 various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirements. SAR compliance for body-worn operation is based on a separation distance of 10 mm between the unit and the human body. Carry this device at least 10 mm away from your body to ensure RF exposure level compliant or lower to the reported level. To support body-worn operation, choose the belt clips or holsters, which do not contain metallic components, to maintain a separation of 10 mm between this device and your body. RF exposure compliance with any body-worn accessory, which contains metal, was not tested and certified, and using such body-worn accessory should be avoided. FCC Regulations 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. CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority to operate the equipment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or 38 transmitter. NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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. 39 Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Mobile Phones In 2003, the FCC adopted rules to make digital wireless telephones compatible with hearing aids and cochlear implants. Although analog wireless phones do not usually cause interference with hearing aids or cochlear implants, digital wireless phones sometimes do because of electromagnetic energy emitted by the phone's antenna, backlight, or other components. Your phone is compliant with FCC HAC regulations (ANSI C63.19- 2011). While some wireless phones are used near some hearing devices (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 noise and phones also vary in the amount of interference they generate. The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones to assist hearing device users in finding phones that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box. The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user's hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs. This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids 40 for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of this phone thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult your service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies, consult your service provider or phone retailer. M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing devices telecoil (T Switch or Telephone Switch) than unrated phones. T4 is the better/ higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.) Your phone meets the M4 /T3 level rating. Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating. For more information about FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility, please go to http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro. 41 CTIA Requirements Do not disassemble or open, crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred the battery. 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. Only use the battery for the system for which it is specified. 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. Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact the battery terminals. Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard. Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Battery usage by children should be supervised. Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for inspection. 42 Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion or other hazard. The phone shall only be connected to CTIA certified adapters, products that bear the USB-IF logo or products that have completed the USB-IF compliance program. Distraction Driving Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an accident. Using a phone while driving (even with a hands free kit) can cause distraction and lead to an accident. You must comply with local laws and regulations restricting the use of wireless devices while driving. Operating Machinery Full attention must be given to operating the machinery in order to reduce the risk of an accident. Product Handling General Statement on Handling and Use You alone are responsible for how you use your phone and any consequences of the use. 43 You must always switch off your phone wherever the use of a phone is prohibited. Use of your phone is subject to safety measures designed to protect users and their environment. Always treat your phone and its accessories with care and keep them in a clean place. Keep the screen and camera lens clean. Unclean screen or camera lens may slow down the phone's reaction to your operations or lower image quality. Clean your phone and its accessories with a soft material such as cleaning cloth for eyeglass lenses. Do not use alcohol or other corrosive substances for cleaning or allow them to get inside. Do not expose your phone or its accessories to open flames or lit tobacco products. Do not expose your phone or its accessories to liquid, moisture or high humidity. Do not drop, throw or try to bend your phone or its accessories. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or aerosols to clean the device or its accessories. Do not paint your phone or its accessories. Do not attempt to disassemble your phone or its accessories, only authorized personnel can do so. 44 Do not expose or use your phone or its accessories in an environment with or that can reach extreme temperatures, minimum 23 and maximum 122 (minimum - 5 and maximum + 50 ). Do not place your phone inside or near heating equipments or high pressure containers, such as water heaters, microwave ovens, or hot cooking utensils. Otherwise, your phone may be damaged. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Do not carry your phone in your back pocket as it could break when you sit down. Small Children Do not leave your phone and its accessories within the reach of small children or allow them to play with it. They could hurt themselves or others, or could accidentally damage the phone. Your phone contains small parts with sharp edges that may cause an injury or may become detached and create a choking hazard. Demagnetization To avoid the risk of demagnetization, do not allow electronic devices or magnetic media close to your phone for a long time. 45 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Do not touch the metallic connectors of the nano-SIM card. Antenna Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. Normal Use Position When placing or receiving a phone call, hold your phone to your ear, with the bottom toward your mouth. Air Bags Do not place your phone in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area as an airbag inflates with great force and serious injury could occur. Place your phone safely before driving your vehicle. Seizures/Blackouts Your phone can produce a bright or flashing light. A small percentage of people may be susceptible to blackouts or seizures (even if they have never had one before) when exposed to flashing lights or light patterns such as when playing games or watching videos. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts or have a family history of such occurrences, please consult a physician. To reduce the risk of blackouts or seizures, you can use your phone in a well-lit room and take frequent breaks. 46 Repetitive Strain Injuries To minimize the risk of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) when texting or playing games with your phone:
Do not grip the phone too tightly. Press the buttons lightly. Use the special features which are designed to minimize the times of pressing buttons, such as Message Templates and Predictive Text. Take frequent breaks to stretch and relax. Emergency Calls This phone, like any other wireless phone, operates using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should not rely solely on any wireless phone for emergency communications. Loud Noise This phone is capable of producing loud noises, which may damage your hearing. Turn down the volume before using headphones, Bluetooth headsets or other audio devices. Phone Heating Your phone may become warm during charging and normal use. 47 Electrical Safety Accessories Use only approved accessories. Do not connect with incompatible products or accessories. Take care not to touch metallic objects, such as coins or key rings, or allow them to contact or short-circuit the charging jack terminals. Never puncture the surface of the phone with sharp objects. Connection to a Car Seek professional advice when connecting a phone interface to the vehicle electrical system. Faulty and Damaged Products Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or its accessories. Only qualified personnel can service or repair the phone or its accessories. If your phone (or its accessories) has been submerged in water, punctured, or subjected to a severe fall, do not use it until you have taken it to be checked at an authorized service center. 48 Radio Frequency Interference General Statement on Interference Care must be taken when using your phone in close proximity to personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and hearing aids. Please consult your doctor and the device manufacturers to determine if the operation of your phone may interfere with the operation of your medical devices. Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 cm be maintained between a mobile phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. To achieve this, use the phone on the opposite ear to your pacemaker and do not carry it in a breast pocket. Hearing Aids People with hearing aids or other cochlear implants may experience interfering noises when using wireless devices or when one is nearby. The level of interference will depend on the type of hearing device and the distance from the interference source, increasing the separation between them may reduce the interference. You may also consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. 49 Medical Equipment Switch off your wireless device when you are requested to do so in hospitals, clinics or health care facilities. These requests are designed to prevent possible interference with sensitive medical equipment. Aircraft Switch off your wireless device whenever you are instructed to do so by airport or airline staff. Consult the airline staff about the use of wireless devices on board the aircraft and enable airplane mode of your phone when boarding an aircraft. Interference in Vehicles Please note that because of possible interference to electronic equipment, some vehicle manufacturers forbid the use of mobile phones in their vehicles unless a hands-free kit with an external antenna is included in the installation. Explosive Environments Gas Stations and Explosive Atmospheres In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres, obey all posted signs to turn off wireless devices such as your phone or other radio equipment. 50 Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres include fuelling areas, below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Blasting Caps and Areas Power off your mobile phone or wireless device when in a blasting area or in areas where signs are posted to power off two-way radios or electronic devices to avoid interfering with blasting operations. 51