ZTE Z981 User manual

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Z981

User Manual and Safety Information

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About This Manual

Thank you for choosing this mobile device. In order to keep your device in its best condition,

please read this manual and keep it for future reference.

Notice

This manual has been designed with the utmost care to ensure the accuracy of its content.

However, all statements, information and recommendations contained therein do not constitute a

warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. Please refer to For Your Safety to be sure to

use your phone properly and safely.

Disclaimer

Images and screenshots used in this manual may differ from the actual product. Content in this

manual may differ from the actual product or software.

Trademarks

Google and Android are trademarks of Google, Inc.

The Bluetooth

®

trademark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such

trademarks by ZTE Corporation is under license.

microSDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D

symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

Version No.: R1.0

Edition Time: June 20, 2016

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Contents

Getting Started ............................................................................................. 7

Getting to Know Your Phone .............................................................................................. 7

Knowing the Keys .............................................................................................................. 9

Installing the nano-SIM Card and microSDXC card ............................................................ 9

Charging the Battery ........................................................................................................ 12

Powering On/Off Your Phone ........................................................................................... 13

Extending the Battery Life ................................................................................................ 13

Setting Up for the First Time ............................................................................................ 13

Locking/Unlocking the Screen and Keys .......................................................................... 14

Using the Touch Screen ................................................................................................... 14

Getting to Know the Home Screen ................................................................................... 17

Personalizing .............................................................................................. 20

Changing the System Language ...................................................................................... 20

Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................................... 20

Changing Ringtone and Notification Sound ...................................................................... 20

Turning On/Off System Sounds........................................................................................ 21

Adjusting Volume ............................................................................................................. 21

Switching to Silent Mode.................................................................................................. 21

Applying New Wallpapers ................................................................................................ 22

Changing Screen Brightness ........................................................................................... 22

Protecting Your Phone With Screen Locks ....................................................................... 22

Protecting Your Phone With Screen Pinning..................................................................... 23

Fingerprints ..................................................................................................................... 24

Knowing the Basics .................................................................................... 27

Monitoring the Phone Status ............................................................................................ 27

Managing Notifications .................................................................................................... 28

Managing Shortcuts and Widgets .................................................................................... 30

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Organizing With Folders ................................................................................................... 31

Rearranging the Primary Shortcuts .................................................................................. 31

Entering Text .................................................................................................................... 31

Editing Text ...................................................................................................................... 34

Opening and Switching Apps ........................................................................................... 35

Connecting to Networks and Devices ........................................................ 36

Connecting to Mobile Networks ........................................................................................ 36

Connecting to Wi-Fi

®

........................................................................................................ 37

Using Wi-Fi Direct

®

.......................................................................................................... 40

Connecting to Bluetooth

®

Devices .................................................................................... 41

Using the microSD card as portable or internal storage .................................................... 43

Connecting to Your Computer via USB ............................................................................. 46

Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection .............................................................................. 47

Connecting to Virtual Private Networks............................................................................. 49

Phone Calls ................................................................................................ 50

Placing and Ending Calls ................................................................................................. 50

Answering or Rejecting Calls............................................................................................ 51

Making a VoWi-Fi Call ...................................................................................................... 51

Working With the Call History ........................................................................................... 52

Calling Your Contacts ....................................................................................................... 53

Checking Voicemail.......................................................................................................... 54

Using Options During a Call ............................................................................................. 54

Managing Multi-party Calls ............................................................................................... 55

Adjusting Your Call Settings ............................................................................................. 56

Checking Contact Details ................................................................................................. 59

Adding a New Contact ..................................................................................................... 59

Setting Up Your Own Profile ............................................................................................. 59

Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts...................................................................... 60

Working With Favorite Contacts ....................................................................................... 60

Searching for a Contact ................................................................................................... 61

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Editing Contacts .............................................................................................................. 61

Displaying Contacts ......................................................................................................... 62

Accounts .................................................................................................... 63

Adding or Removing Accounts ......................................................................................... 63

Configuring Account Sync ................................................................................................ 63

Email ........................................................................................................... 65

Setting Up the First Email Account ................................................................................... 65

Checking Your Emails ...................................................................................................... 65

Responding to an Email ................................................................................................... 65

Writing and Sending an Email .......................................................................................... 66

Adding and Editing Email Accounts .................................................................................. 67

Changing General Email Settings .................................................................................... 67

Messaging .................................................................................................. 68

Opening the Messaging Screen ....................................................................................... 68

Sending a Message ......................................................................................................... 68

Replying to a Message .................................................................................................... 68

Managing the Message Thread........................................................................................ 69

Managing the Message ................................................................................................... 69

Changing Message Settings ............................................................................................ 70

Calendar ..................................................................................................... 71

Viewing Your Calendars and Events ................................................................................ 71

Creating an Event ............................................................................................................ 71

Searching an Event ......................................................................................................... 72

Editing/Deleting/Sharing/Exporting/Copying an Event ...................................................... 72

Changing Calendar Settings ............................................................................................ 72

Browser ...................................................................................................... 73

Opening a Web Page ...................................................................................................... 73

Customizing the Browsers ............................................................................................... 73

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Capturing a Photo ............................................................................................................ 74

Recording a Video ........................................................................................................... 77

Using Other Camera Modes ............................................................................................. 78

Using Manual Camera Mode ............................................................................................ 78

Customizing Camera/Camcorder Settings ........................................................................ 79

Gallery ........................................................................................................ 81

Opening Gallery ............................................................................................................... 81

Working With Albums ....................................................................................................... 81

Working With Pictures ...................................................................................................... 82

Retouching Your Pictures ................................................................................................. 83

Playing Videos ................................................................................................................. 84

Music .......................................................................................................... 85

Copying Music Files to Your Phone .................................................................................. 85

Viewing Your Music Library .............................................................................................. 85

Setting a Song as the Default Ringtone ............................................................................ 86

Playing Music .................................................................................................................. 86

Managing Playlists ........................................................................................................... 88

FM Radio .................................................................................................... 89

Scanning and Saving Channels ....................................................................................... 89

Listening to FM Radio ...................................................................................................... 89

Adding a Channel to Favorites ......................................................................................... 90

Sound Recorder ......................................................................................... 91

Recording a voice memo ................................................................................................. 91

Viewing all the recordings ................................................................................................ 91

Deleting a voice memo..................................................................................................... 91

Playing a voice memo ...................................................................................................... 91

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More Apps................................................................................................... 92

Calculator ........................................................................................................................ 92

Clock ............................................................................................................................... 92

Downloads ...................................................................................................................... 93

File Manager ................................................................................................................... 93

Google Apps .................................................................................................................... 94

Settings....................................................................................................... 95

Wireless and Networks .................................................................................................... 95

Personal .......................................................................................................................... 97

Device ............................................................................................................................100

Accounts ........................................................................................................................103

System ...........................................................................................................................103

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 104

For Your Safety ......................................................................................... 109

General Safety ...............................................................................................................109

Product Handling ............................................................................................................ 110

Distraction ...................................................................................................................... 113

Electrical Safety .............................................................................................................. 113

Radio Frequency Interference ......................................................................................... 114

Explosive environments .................................................................................................. 115

Radio Frequency (RF) Energy ........................................................................................ 115

FCC Compliance ............................................................................................................ 116

Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) regulations for Mobile phones ....................................... 116

CTIA Requirements ........................................................................................................ 117

Manufacturer‟s Warranty ................................................................................................. 118

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Getting Started

Getting to Know Your Phone

Home screen

camera

Earpiece

camera

Front camera

Proximity & light

sensor

nano-SIM/ microSD

card tray

Home key

Back key

Recent apps key

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Headset jack

Volume down key

Power key

Back cover

Charging/USB

type-C jack

Speaker

Volume up key

Flash

Main microphone

Back camera

Fingerprint sensor

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Knowing the Keys

Key

Function

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 open Google Search.

Back key

Touch to go to the previous screen.

Recent apps

key

Touch to see recently used applications.

Volume up key

Press or hold the key to turn up the volume for

media, alarm, ringtone, or notification.

Volume down

key

Press or hold the key to turn down the volume

for media, alarm, ringtone, or notification.

Installing the nano-SIM Card and microSDXC card

The nano-SIM card, and the microSD card can be installed or removed while the phone is turned

on. You need to unmount the microSD card (not included) before removing it.

WARNING!

To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any non-standard nano-SIM card cut from a card. You

can get a standard nano-SIM card from your service provider.

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1. Insert the tip of the tray eject tool to eject the SIM / SD card tray.

2. Pull out the SIM / SD tray and place the nano-SIM card (right) /microSD card (left) facing

down on the tray. Gently slide the tray in until it clicks into place.

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The nano-SIM card, and the microSD card can be installed or removed while the phone is turned

on. You need to unmount the microSD (not included) card before removing it.

If you experience any issues with your phone, contact customer service or visit your nearest retail

location.

WARNING!

To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any non-standard nano-SIM card cut from a 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.

2. Pull out the card tray and place the nano-SIM card (right) /microSDXC card (left) facing down

on the tray. Gently slide the card tray in until it clicks into place.

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Charging the Battery

Your phone‟s 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.

1. Connect the adapter to the charging/USB type-C jack.

2. Connect the charger to a standard AC power outlet. If the phone is on, you‟ll see a charging

icon, such as

or , appear in the status bar.

3. Disconnect the charger when the battery is fully charged.

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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.

Powering On/Off Your Phone

Make sure the battery is charged before powering on.

 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. Then touch Power off. M

Extending the Battery Life

Active applications, screen brightness levels, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi usage and GPS functionality

can drain your battery. You can follow the helpful tips below to conserve your battery power:

 Reduce the screen backlight time.

 Lower the screen brightness.

 Turn Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and auto-sync off when not in use.

 Disable the GPS function when not in use. Most applications using this function will

periodically query the GPS satellites for your current location, and each query drains your

battery.

Setting Up for the First Time

When you first power on your phone after you purchase it or reset it to factory settings (see

Backup and Reset), you need to do some settings before using it.

1. Touch the language field to select the language.

2. Touch .

3. Follow the prompts to Select Wi-Fi network, set Date & time, type your Name, set screen

lock to protect your phone, set notification settings, and check Google services.

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Locking/Unlocking the Screen and Keys

Your phone allows you to quickly lock the screen and keys (put the phone to sleep mode) when

not in use and to turn the screen back on and unlock it when you need it.

To lock the screen and keys:

To quickly turn the screen off and lock the keys, press the Power key.

NOTE:

To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time

when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the phone screen

is off.

To unlock the screen and keys:

1. Press the Power key to turn the screen on.

2. Swipe up on the screen.

- or -

swipe right from the icon for voice assist, or swipe left from the icon for taking a

phone or a video.

- or -

Touch a notification twice consecutively to open the related app.

NOTE:

If you have set an unlock pattern, a PIN or a password for your phone (see Protecting Your

Phone With Screen Locks), swipe up on the screen and then draw the pattern, or enter the

PIN/password to unlock your phone.

Using the Touch Screen

Your phone‟s touch screen enables you to control actions through a variety of touch gestures.

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 Touch

When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items on the screen such as the

application and settings icons, or press the onscreen buttons, simply touch them with your

finger.

 Touch and Hold

To open the available options for an item (for example, a message or link in a web page),

touch and hold the item.

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 Swipe or Slide

To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the

screen.

 Drag

To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger.

While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.

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 Pinch

In some apps (such as Maps, Browser, and Gallery), you can zoom in and out by placing two

fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them

apart (to zoom in).

 Rotate the screen

For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to

landscape by turning the phone sideways.

NOTE:

The auto-rotate feature needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically

change. Touch the Home key > > Settings > Display > When device is rotated and

select Rotate the contents of the screen.

You can also access the screen rotation control by sliding down the status bar twice and

touch Auto-rotate/Portrait.

Getting to Know the Home Screen

The home screen is the starting point for your phone‟s applications, functions, and menus. You

can customize your home screen by adding shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.

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Extended Home Screen Panels

Your home screen is extendable, providing more space for shortcuts, widgets, and more. Simply

swipe left or right on the home screen to see the extended panels. You can add or remove home

screen panels, or adjust the order of them.

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 panel and put the icon or widget on it.

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.

Status bar

Shortcut

Folder

Widget

Home screen

Primary shortcuts

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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.

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