Plum Mobile Axe User manual

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Plum Axe Z400
User Manual

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Introduction
The phone contains a lot of software, including daily office software and entertainment software, Can
facilitate the work of your business, and can enrich your leisure life.
About this User Manual
The user manual can help you quickly and effectively understand the phone's various functions and
operating methods.
Notes：
• To use this phone safely and legally, read the section “Safety Information” carefully;
• Before the first time use, charge the battery with the original charger for 8 to 10 hours. A new battery
may reach its peak performance only after two or three cycles of fully charging and discharging.
• Similar to a computer, your phone will perform best when enough memory is present. Reboot the
phone to clear the memory to store it peak performance.
• Running multiple programs at the same time may prolong the response time of the phone. If it starts to
react slowly, try rebooting the phone to recover.
• In the event that the contents of this manual are not consistent with menu options on the phone, follow
the prompts on the phone.
• Some services described in this manual may not be supported by all the networks. Contact your
network operator or service provider for details.
• All company and product names are the trademarks of their respective owners and registered
trademarks.
• The user manual and the actual layout of the screen layout may be different.
• The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
• Not all networks can support that described in the manual.
• In some cases, cell phone screen may be some black spots or bright spots. Performance of this
phenomenon and the use of mobile phones will not have any impact.
Intellectual Property
In accordance with copyright law, copyrighted materials (music, pictures, etc.) to copy, change and use
is limited to personal or private purposes. If the user does not own the copyright or larger without the
express consent of the copyright owner and the unauthorized copying, alteration or use of this method to
make or amend a copy, will be deemed to violate copyright law, copyright owners have the right to claim
for their losses . So, please don't illegal use the data that is protected by copyright.
USB Data Cables
This version supports the USB interface. You can connect your ANDROID PHONE with the PC via the
USB & data cable, copying or moving the files amid theANDROID PHONE and PC, or browning the
images, record files and video files saved in theANDROID PHONE via the PC.
1. Insert the USB data cable connector into the USB interface of the ANDROID PHONE.
2. Connect the other terminal of the USB data cable with the USB interface of the PC.
CAUTION
THE CONNECTION TO USB INTERFACES HAS TO BE LIMITED TO USB2.O VERSION OR
HAIGHER
OR HAIGHER
THE CONNECTION TO SO CALLED POWER USB PROHIBITED
Appendix –Product Safety Warnings
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Use responsibly. Read all instruction and safety information before use to avoid injury.
BATTERY SAFETY
Charge battery only in temperatures ranging from 32 °F to 95° F(0 °C to 35 °C) .
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only whit the same or
equivalent of battery recommended the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to battery
manufacturer’s instructions.
WI-FI SAFETY
Turn WI-FI off in areas where WI-FI use is prohibited or when it may cause interference of danger. Such
as in airplanes while flying.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your ANDROID PHONE is an electronic product and should be treated with care. To reduce the risk of
fire, electronic shock, or product damage.
Do not expose this device to rain, moisture or any type of liquid that corrodes electronic circuits. If you
device gets wet, immediate turn the power off.Allow the device to dry completely before using it again.
Clean the display with a soft cloth and be careful not to wipe the display with anything abrasive .When
carrying yourANDROID PHONE in a bag. Keep it in the included cover to avoid scratches.
Don’t expose your device to extreme heat or cold. For example, do not leave it in the turn of your car in
sub-zero or high heat conditions.
Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this manual.
Do not drop, or knock the device. Rough handing can break internal circuitry.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device.
Use only the recommended accessories.
Doesn’t excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

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Contents
1. SAFETY INFORMATION........................................................................................................6
1.1 WHEN CARRYING THE PHONE ................................................................................................................6
1.2 ENERGY LEAK OF RADIO FREQUENCY.......................................................................................................6
1.3 ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION..............................................................................................................6
1.4 IN PUBLIC ..........................................................................................................................................6
1.5 COMPATIBILITY OF RF INTERFERENCE ......................................................................................................6
1.6 IN AIRCRAFT.......................................................................................................................................6
1.7 PACEMAKERS......................................................................................................................................6
1.8 HEARING AIDS....................................................................................................................................6
1.9 OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENTS ..............................................................................................................6
1.10 ROAD SAFETY ...................................................................................................................................6
1.11 POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES.................................................................................................6
1.12 BATTERY..........................................................................................................................................6
1.13 OTHERS...........................................................................................................................................7
2. OVERVIEW..............................................................................................................................8
2.1 APPEARANCE AND KEYPAD ...................................................................... ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
2.2 SIM CARDS .......................................................................................................................................8
2.3 STORAGE CARD...................................................................................................................................8
2.4 ACCESSORIES......................................................................................................................................8
2.5 THE BATTERY......................................................................................................................................9
3. BASIC FUNCTIONS...............................................................................................................9
3.1 SWITCHING ON/OFF............................................................................................................................9
3.2 OPEN AND CLOSE SCREEN .....................................................................................................................9
3.3 SET LOCK AND UNLOCK .......................................................................................................................10
3.4 MAIN SCREEN ...................................................................................... ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
3.5 THE STATUS BAR ...............................................................................................................................10
3.6 ADD/DELETE SHORTCUTS ...................................................................................................................10
3.7 INPUT METHOD................................................................................................................................10
3.8 ADJUST THE VOLUME .........................................................................................................................11
3.9 SET DATE AND TIME ..........................................................................................................................11
4. CALL FEATURES.................................................................................................................11
4.1 MAKING A CALL................................................................................................................................11
4.2 ANSWER A CALL................................................................................................................................11
4.3 DURING A CALL ................................................................................................................................11
5. CONTACTS ...........................................................................................................................12
5.1 VIEW CONTACT DETAILS .....................................................................................................................12
5.2 EDIT A CONTACT ...............................................................................................................................12
5.3 ADD NEW CONTACT ..........................................................................................................................12
5.4 DELETE CONTACTS.............................................................................................................................12
5.5 IMPORT/EXPORT CONTACTS ................................................................................................................13
6. MESSAGING.........................................................................................................................13
6.1 TEXT MESSAGE.................................................................................................................................13
6.2 EMAIL.............................................................................................................................................13
6.3 MMS.............................................................................................................................................14
6.4 MESSAGE SETTINGS ...........................................................................................................................14

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7. MULTIMEDIA.........................................................................................................................15
7.1 CAMERA..........................................................................................................................................15
7.2 MUSIC ............................................................................................................................................16
7.3 GALLERY..........................................................................................................................................17
7.4 RECORDER .......................................................................................................................................17
7.5 FM RADIO.......................................................................................................................................18
8. PROGRAMS..........................................................................................................................18
8.1 CALENDAR .......................................................................................................................................18
8.2 CLOCK.............................................................................................................................................19
8.3 CALCULATOR ....................................................................................................................................19
8.4 SIM TOOLKIT ...................................................................................................................................19
8.5 BROWSER ........................................................................................................................................19
9. SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................21
9.1 WIRELESS &NETWORKS .....................................................................................................................21
9.2 CALL SETTINGS..................................................................................................................................23
9.3 SOUND SETTINGS ..............................................................................................................................24
9.4 DISPLAY SETTINGS .............................................................................................................................24
9.5 LOCATION &SECURITY SETTINGS ..........................................................................................................25
9.6 APPLICATIONS SETTINGS .....................................................................................................................25
9.7 PRIVACY ..........................................................................................................................................26
9.8 STORAGE .........................................................................................................................................26
9.9 LANGUAGE &KEYBOARD SETTINGS .......................................................................................................26
9.10 VOICE INPUT &OUTPUT ...................................................................................................................26
9.11 ACCESSIBILITY.................................................................................................................................26
9.12 DATE &TIME..................................................................................................................................26
9.13 TIMER POWER ON &OFF ..................................................................................................................27
9.14 ABOUT PHONE................................................................................................................................27
10. HELP......................................................................................................................................27
10.1 TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................................................27
11. MAINTENANCE GUIDE.......................................................................................................28

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1.Safety Information
To use your phone safely and effectively, please read these guidelines carefully.
1.1 When carrying the phone
When you are using the phone, keep it some distance at least 2.5CM away from your body. In case there
is a need of phone slipcover, belt clip, or other accessories to carry your cell phone, it is important to
ensure they are approved by the manufacturer. Otherwise, it may exceed the upper limit of radio
frequency leakage.
1.2 Energy Leak of Radio Frequency
Your phone is a low-power, wireless transmitter and receiver. After being powered on, it will periodically
send and receive radio signals whilst its transmission power is controlled by the network. This device
complies with local standards restricting energy leak of radio frequency.
1.3 Electromagnetic Radiation
Your phone fully complies with standards related to wireless irradiation enacted by the authority of the
State and International HealthAssociation. These limitations are part of the comprehensive regulations
and constitute public wireless irradiation permission standards. These standards are developed and
formed after long-term intensive scientific research by independent scientific organizations such s
ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection). These standards contain a
large surplus to ensure the safety of all and take the variable factors of various measurement conditions
in consideration.
1.4 In Public
Some public places, such as hospitals, health resorts, or other medical facilities, post signage prohibiting
cell phone usage. Heed such warnings and power off your phone in designated public places.
1.5 Compatibility of RF Interference
Your phone may interfere with other devices that are not properly designed for RF shielding or
configured for RF compatibility.
1.6 In Aircraft
Switch the device off and remove the battery when you are in or near an aircraft. It’s illegal to use cellular
equipment on board aircraft since it may cause interference to aircraft navigation systems and/or
networks. Violators may be suited or face severe penalties.
1.7 Pacemakers
If you are using a pacemaker, do not carry your phone (while switching on) in a breast pocket.A
minimum separation of 15 cm should be maintained between the wireless phone and a pacemaker. Use
the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference. If you have any reason to
suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your phone immediately.
1.8 Hearing Aids
Wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want
to consult your service provider.
1.9 Other Medical Equipments
For other personal health care equipments, consult your service provider. Consult a physician or the
manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy
or if you have any questions.
1.10 Road Safety
Please comply with local traffic laws and regulations. If the driving condition is getting worse, pull off the
road before you make or receive calls. If your vehicle has airbags, keep your phone away from where
the inflated airbags can reach. Otherwise, you may be seriously hurt by the phone once the airbags
expand.
1.11 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Switch off your phone when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and
instructions. These areas include fuel depots (below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities), areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders.
They are usually marked with signs, but not always so.
1.12 Battery
Any contact of the battery’s exposed electrodes with a conductor, such as jewelry or keys, may cause
damage to possessions or bodily injury.

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1.13 Others
The phone is comprised of precise electronic circuits, magnets and a battery system. Caution is advised
when handling the components, particularly with regard to the following:
·Keep the phone and its accessories dry. Your phone is not water-proof.
·Keep the phone away from extreme temperatures.
·Do not place it near a flame or a lit cigarette.
·Do not scratch on it.
·Avoid tapping or severe knocking of the phone to prevent damage.
·Keep the device away from computer disks, credit cards, traveling cards, or other magnetic objects,
otherwise the message stored in the magnetic disk or credit card may be affected.
·Do not place it on an automobile dashboard, window or anywhere sunshine can penetrate.
·Do not remove the battery when it’s powering on.
·Do not discard the battery in fire. It may explode.
·Do not place the battery in mouth. It may be poisonous.
·Do not try to disassemble the phone or its accessories.
·Use only approved model-applicable batteries. Incorrect batteries may cause explosion. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions to dispose used batteries.
·Heat is generated by prolonged usage of the headphones and by prolonged charging of the cellular
device.
·A moist or anti-static cloth may be used to wipe or clean the phone. Do not use a dry cloth that attracts
static electricity to avoid damage to the phone. Do not use a chemical reagent or a cleanser containing
abrasives to avoid damage to the phone’s casing.
·The metal material contained in the phone may cause you in hyper susceptibility, which depends on
your physique or health status.
·Since that parts such as liquid crystal display and pick-up head belong to fragile parts, please carefully
keep them such that the phone may not be impacted or squeezed.

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2.Overview
2.1 SIM Cards
The SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) cards contain the phone number and important information
of services. It also may store a phone book and personal information.
2.1.1 SIM Card Installation Procedure
1. Open the back cover, remove the battery;
2. Insert the SIM card into the slot;
3. Installing the battery and back cover.
2.1.2 Cautions
· If there’s fault with the SIM card, contact your service provider.
· Keep all SIM card out of the reach of small children.
· SIM card and its metal contact are susceptible to scratches and damaged by bending. Insert and
remove the card with care.
· Keep the SIM card away from static electricity, dust and water.
2.1.3 PIN and PUK
PIN
PIN is an identification code that is provided with the SIM card. You are protected by the PIN from
unauthorized use of your SIM card.After initiating the PIN protection, you are required to enter the PIN
every time switching on the phone. After three consecutive incorrect PIN code entries, the SIM card is
blocked. Nobody can then access the data in the card or use its services.
PUK
When the SIM card is locked, a PUK (Personal Unlock Key) is required to unlock it. Ten consecutive
incorrect PUK entries will cause permanent lockup of the SIM card. The PUK is usually provided with the
SIM card. If you have lost your PUK or it’s not provided, contact your service provider.
2.2 Storage Card
A storage card can be plugged into your phone to expand the storage capacity.
Install and remove the SD card, you need to remove the back cover, remove the battery, open the SD
card slot, place or remove the SD card, and then fasten the card slot.
2.3 Accessories
ID
Item
Description
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Battery charger
Charging batteries.
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Stereo earphone
Stereo output, the Send key can be used to pick up a call.
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USB cable
Synchronizing with PC; charging batteries
Note: It’s not a recommended way. A battery charger is preferred.
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2.4 The Battery
2.4.1 Battery use
• Your phone is powered by a battery which has a limited life. When a battery has a significant decrease
of working time, replace it.
• Switch off your phone before removing the battery.
• Do not leave the battery on the charger for too long, since it may reduce the battery’s life.
• Excessively high or low temperature will have impact on the charging capability. Maintain its working
temperature at 0~45℃.
• Do not use the battery for other purposes; do not discard it in fire or in water.
• Do not try to disassemble or fix a battery. Choose the certificated or approved batteries by the
manufacturer.
• Avoid short circuit. Do not use damaged chargers or batteries.
• Hot or cold weather will decrease the battery’s capacity and life. Excessively high or low temperature
may result temporary system halt, even though the battery is full.
• Dispose used batteries properly. Do not throw them into a dustbin.
2.4.2 Battery Charge Level
1. See the battery icon on Status bar, the icon indicates the battery level.
2. To check the details charge status, select “Launcher” -> “Settings”->”About phone”; tap “Status”.
2.4.3 Charging Batteries
If the charge level goes lower than the working voltage, a reminder of low battery will be prompted on the
screen as the alerting sound played. Data may be lost and the phone will power off if the battery is not
being charged or replaced in time.
A Lithium-ion battery comes with this phone. It’s recommended to use the manufacturer’s charger and
batteries for best performance.
1. Plug the charger carefully into the USB charger slot;
2. Connect the charger to the AC outlet while the phone powering on. The status indicator is in red light;
the battery icon on the screen shows charging progress; while the phone can be used normally.
When the phone is powering off, the screen shows a charging icon.
3. Before the first time use, charge the battery with the original charger for 8 to 10 hours.A new battery
may reach its peak performance only after two or three cycles of fully charging and discharging.
4. After the charging completes, the status indicator shows the state before charging. If the phone is off,
the screen displays a notified of completion.
5. Disconnect the charger with the AC outlet and the phone.
Note A USB cable can be used to charge the battery. The voltage on the PC’s USB port, however,
does not fully meet the requirement for battery charging, therefore having negative impact on
the battery’s life-span. A battery charger is preferred.
3.Basic Functions
3.1 Switching On/Off
To switch on your phone, press and hold the Power On/Off key for a couple of seconds.
Press and hold the power on/off key for a couple of seconds will pop-up Phone options, hit Power off,
pop-up tip, hit OK to shutdown.
3.2 Open and close screen
Close screen:
You can press the power button to turn off the screen to save power and prevent misuse hit.
Notes：To save battery power, extend battery life, you can set the screen automatically locks the delay
time before, Home screen—touch the Launcher icon—settings—Display—screen timeout.
Open screen:
To open the screen, press any button except volume button to light up the screen.

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3.3 Set lock and unlock
To prevent accidental operation, you can lock the device and screen.
Lock:
Short press Power key will lock the screen.
Unlock:
Short press Power key, then drag the middle zone to the edge of screen to unlock in the lock screen.
Note All the figures in the manual are for reference only. They may be different from the actual display
on your phone.
3.5 The Status Bar
Icons in the status bar are displayed for working status, including battery charge level, signal strength,
GPRS and Bluetooth. They’re listed below:
Icon
Description
Indicates the battery is fully charged.
Indicates the battery is very low.
Battery charging.
No SIM card.
Airplane mode
WLAN is open
WLAN connected.
Bluetooth enabled.
Bluetooth voice gateway.
Send file with Bluetooth
Receive file with Bluetooth
Signal strength
GSM is connected
EDGE is available.
EDGE is connected
USB is connected
SD card is remove
Clock is open
Unread message.
New Email
Music is playing
3.6 Add/Delete Shortcuts
Long press the screen until pop-up the Add home screen tip, you can add a new shortcut, small parts or
application shortcut icons, you can also change wallpaper.
Select a shortcut icon, long press the screen until the shock, and then drag the shortcut icon to the
recycling box to delete the shortcut.
3.7 Input Method
In any edit interface you can input with android keyboard
Notes: ·You can click the toggle button to switch to digital signs and symbols digital input mode.
·Click the toggle button to switch case.