Zte Adamant F450 User manual

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Verizon Wireless F450
User Manual

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LEGAL INFORMATION
Copyright © 2011 ZTE CORPORATION.
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be quoted, reproduced, translated or used in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without
the prior written permission of ZTE Corporation.
ZTE Corporation reserves the right to make modifications on print errors or update
specifications in this guide without prior notice.
Version No. : R1.0
Edition Time : 2011.2.15
Manual No. :

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Contents
Welcome ..........................................................................................................................................5
Your F450 ....................................................................................................................................5
Phone Overview...........................................................................................................................5
Specifications...............................................................................................................................6
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................7
Installing the Battery....................................................................................................................7
Removing the Battery ..................................................................................................................7
Charging the Battery ....................................................................................................................8
Inserting and Removing the SIM Card ........................................................................................8
Inserting and Removing the microSD Card.................................................................................9
Powering On/Off Your Phone......................................................................................................9
Activating Your Phone.................................................................................................................9
Idle Mode .....................................................................................................................................9
Main Display Icons ....................................................................................................................10
Menu Outline .............................................................................................................................11
Basic Operation..............................................................................................................................14
Menu Navigation........................................................................................................................14
Locking/Unlocking Your Phone ................................................................................................14
Locking/Unlocking the Keypad.................................................................................................15
Choosing the Network Mode .....................................................................................................15
Set-up Wizard.............................................................................................................................15
Easy Set-up.................................................................................................................................15
Entering Text..............................................................................................................................16
Calling............................................................................................................................................17
Making a Call.............................................................................................................................17
Caller ID Function......................................................................................................................17
In-Call Options...........................................................................................................................18
Call History................................................................................................................................18
Contacts..........................................................................................................................................19
New Contact...............................................................................................................................19
Contact List................................................................................................................................19
Backup Assistant........................................................................................................................19
Groups........................................................................................................................................19
Speed Dials.................................................................................................................................20
In Case of Emergency................................................................................................................20
My Name Card...........................................................................................................................20
Messaging ......................................................................................................................................21
Creating and Sending a Text Message.......................................................................................21
Creating and Sending a Picture Message...................................................................................21
Creating and Sending a Voice Message.....................................................................................22
Message Folders.........................................................................................................................22
Voicemail...................................................................................................................................22
Mobile IM ..................................................................................................................................23
Social Beat .................................................................................................................................23
Mobile Email..............................................................................................................................23
Messaging Settings.....................................................................................................................23
Media Center..................................................................................................................................24
Bing Search................................................................................................................................24
My Music ...................................................................................................................................24

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My Ringtones.............................................................................................................................24
My Sounds .................................................................................................................................24
Taking a Picture .........................................................................................................................25
Viewing the Pictures ..................................................................................................................25
Online Album.............................................................................................................................25
Mobile Web................................................................................................................................25
Apps ...............................................................................................................................................25
VZ Navigator .................................................................................................................................25
Bluetooth®......................................................................................................................................26
Turning Bluetooth On/Off..........................................................................................................26
Adding New Device...................................................................................................................26
Tools...............................................................................................................................................26
Voice Commands.......................................................................................................................26
Calculator...................................................................................................................................28
Ez Tip Calculator .......................................................................................................................29
Calendar .....................................................................................................................................29
Alarm Clock...............................................................................................................................29
Stop Watch.................................................................................................................................29
World Clock...............................................................................................................................29
Notepad ......................................................................................................................................30
USB Mass Storage .....................................................................................................................30
Settings...........................................................................................................................................30
My Verizon ................................................................................................................................30
Master Volume...........................................................................................................................30
Sound Settings............................................................................................................................30
Display Settings .........................................................................................................................31
Phone Settings............................................................................................................................33
Call Settings ...............................................................................................................................36
Data Manager.............................................................................................................................37
Memory......................................................................................................................................37
Phone Info..................................................................................................................................37
For Your Safety..............................................................................................................................38
General Care...............................................................................................................................38
Aircraft Safety............................................................................................................................39
Hospital Safety...........................................................................................................................39
General Guidelines.....................................................................................................................39
Road Safety................................................................................................................................40
Vehicles Equipped With an Airbag............................................................................................40
Third Party Equipment...............................................................................................................40
Efficient Use...............................................................................................................................40
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy ...................................................................................................40
Emergency Services...................................................................................................................41
FCC Compliance........................................................................................................................41
Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device.........................................................................41
Turning on the HAC Setting ......................................................................................................42
Copyright Notice........................................................................................................................42
Consumer Limited Warranty..........................................................................................................43

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Welcome
Your F450
Thank you for choosing F450 digital mobile phone. F450 can works in both CDMA and GSM
networks, so you can make calls and send messages or emails while travelling or roaming.
To guarantee this mobile phone is always in its best condition, please read this manual carefully
and keep it for future reference. To ensure your safety, read the section: For Your Safety
thoroughly before using this phone for the first time.
Note: The pictures and icons presented in this manual are meant for illustrative purposes only
and may not accurately represent the actual pictures and icons found on the phone. Your phone
contains the most up to date information.
Phone Overview

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1. Earpiece: Allows you to hear the caller.
2. LCD Screen: Displays all the information needed to operate your phone.
3. Left Soft Key: Press to display the Messaging menu or access the function listed above the
key.
4. Send Key: Press to make or receive a call. From idle mode, press to access the All Calls list.
5. Speakerphone Key: Press to activate or deactivate the speakerphone.
6. Music Key: Press to display the My Music menu from idle mode.
7. Voicemail Key: Press and hold to dial your voicemail from idle mode.
8. Vibration Mode Key: Press and hold to turn the vibration mode on or off from idle mode.
9. Lock Key: Press and hold to lock the keypad from idle mode.
10. Message Key: Press to open a new text message from idle mode.
11. OK Key: Allows you to access the menu screen. It also allows you to accept choices when
navigating through a menu.
12. CLR Key: Delete characters or entire words during text entry mode. Press to return to the
previous menu or screen.
13. End/Power Key: Press to end calls or close applications. Press and hold to power your
phone on or off.
14. Right Soft Key: Press to display the Contacts List or access the function listed above the
key.
15. Directional Key: Allows you to scroll through phone menu options and provides a shortcut to
phone functions from idle mode.
16. Accessory/USB Charger Port: Connects the phone to the Wall Charger, or other
compatible accessories.
17. Camera Key: Press to access camera viewfinder mode or to take a picture.
18. Wrist Strap Eyelet: Attach a strap (not included).
19. Flash Lamp: The flash lamp for picture taking.
20. External Speaker: Allows you to listen to music, sounds or ringtones.
21. Camera Lens: The lens of your built-in camera.
22. 3.5mm Headset Jack: Plug in an optional headset for convenient and hands-free
conversations or music playback.
23. Volume Keys: Allows you to adjust the master volume or the earpiece volume during a call.
24. Voice Commands Key: Press to launch Voice Commands from idle mode.
Specifications
Model
F450
Dimensions (L x W x H)
102 ×51 ×14 mm (4.0 ×2.0 ×0.55 in.)
Weight
approximately 100 g (3.53 oz) including battery
Continuous Standby Time
CDMA: 220 hours, GSM: hours
(subject to the network)
Continuous Talk Time
CDMA: 240 minutes, GSM: minutes
(subject to the network)

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Getting Started
Installing the Battery
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Insert the battery by aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts in the
battery compartment.
3. Push the battery down so it clicks into place.
4. Replace the back cover.
Removing the Battery
Turn off your phone before removing the battery.
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Pull the battery up and out.

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Charging the Battery
Please charge the battery according to the following procedure.
1. Connect the USB data cable into the cableless wall adapter.
2. Open the USB Charger Port cover and plug the USB data cable, making sure it’s inserted the
right way round. Don’t try and force it in.
3. Plug the wall adapter end into an electrical outlet.
Note: When not using the battery for a long time, remove it from the phone and store in a cool dry
place.
Inserting and Removing the SIM Card
Your wireless device comes with a SIM card installed which along with a Global Feature on your
account, enables you to make calls and access email in GSM Networks while traveling overseas.
Make sure the phone is turned off and the charger is disconnected.
1. Remove the back cover.
2. If the battery is already inside, take it out.
3. Hold your SIM card with the cut corner as shown below. Then slide it into the slot.
4. Replace the battery.
5. Replace the back cover.
To remove the SIM card, slide it out of the slot.

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CAUTION:
Do not bend, scratch, or unnecessarily touch the SIM card’s metal surface. It may damage
the information stored in it.
Inserting and Removing the microSD Card
Your phone supports microSD cards up to 8GB. You can store music, pictures, and other files on
the microSD card.
microSD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Insert the microSD card carefully with the metal contacts facing downwards, until it is pushed
into the right position. As you can see, only part of the microSD card needs to be inserted into
the slot.
To remove the card, simply slide it out of the slot.
Powering On/Off Your Phone
To power on the phone, press and hold the End/Power Key until the LCD screen lights up.
Note: If the phone lock code has been activated, you need to enter the code to unlock the
phone. The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.
To power off the phone, press and hold the End Key until the display turns off.
Activating Your Phone
Please contact your service provider for more information.
Idle Mode
The start screen indicates that your device is in Idle Mode. Take the following start screen in
CDMA mode for example.

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1. Signal strength: The strength of the signal received by the device is indicated by the number
of bars displayed.
2. Message: Press the Left Soft Key to select this option.
3. MENU: Press the OK Key to select this option.
4. Contacts: Press the Right Soft Key to select this option.
5. Location: Location information sharing mode.
6. Battery strength: Four bars indicate a fully charged battery.
Note: The start screen may vary if you change the default display settings.
Main Display Icons
Top Display Icons
Digital Signal Strength: Digital service is available. More bars indicate a stronger
signal.
1X Signal Strength: CDMA 1X service is available. More bars indicate a stronger
signal.
GSM Signal Strength: GSM service is available. More bars indicate a stronger signal.
GPRS Signal Strength: GPRS service is available. More bars indicate a stronger
signal.
Airplane Mode: Airplane Mode is on.
Roaming: The phone is outside the home service area and roaming.
SSL: Data communication is encrypted by the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption.
Voice Privacy: The Voice Privacy feature is active.
Data Call: Data call is in progress.
Dormant: Data call is in the dormant state. No data is being transmitted or received.
No Service: Your phone is outside the service area.
TTY: TTY mode is active.
Voice Call: A voice call is in progress.
E911: Global Positioning Service (GPS) location feature for 911 is enabled (for
emergency calls only).
Location On: Global Positioning Service (GPS) location feature is enabled (for location
and emergency calls).
Keypad Lock: The keypad is locked.
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