Zte Blade S6 User manual

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ZTE Blade S6
User Manual

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About This Manual
Thank you for choosing this ZTE mobile device. In order to keep
your device in its best condition, please read this manual and
keep it for future reference.
Copyright
Copyright © 2015 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.
Notice
ZTE Corporation reserves the right to make modifications on print
errors or update specifications in this guide without prior 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.
We offer self-service for our smart terminal device users. Please
visit the ZTE official website (at www.ztedevice.com) for more
information on self-service and supported product models.
Information on the website takes precedence.

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Disclaimer
ZTE Corporation expressly disclaims any liability for faults and
damages caused by unauthorized modifications of the software.
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
ZTE and the ZTE logos are trademarks of the ZTE Corporation.
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.
microSDHC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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Laboratories.
Qualcomm®Snapdragon™ processors are products of
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm
Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
Used with permission.

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Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their
respective owners.
Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: July 8, 2015

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Contents
Getting Started.......................................................11
Getting to Know Your Phone ............................................11
Knowing the Keys ............................................................13
Installing the micro-SIM Cards and the Battery.................13
Installing the microSDHC™ Card .....................................15
Charging the Battery........................................................16
Extending the Battery Life ................................................18
Powering On/Off ..............................................................18
Setting Up for the First Time.............................................18
Locking/Unlocking the Screen and Keys...........................19
Using the Touch Screen ...................................................20
Getting to Know the Home Screen ...................................21
Personalizing .........................................................23
Changing the System Language ......................................23
Setting the Date and Time................................................23
Changing Ringtone and Notification Sound ......................23
Turning On/Off Touch Sound............................................24
Adjusting Volume.............................................................24
Switching to No Interruptions or Vibration Mode ...............24
Applying New Wallpapers.................................................25
Changing Screen Brightness............................................26
Setting the Home Screen Effect........................................26

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Protecting Your Phone With Screen Locks.......................27
Protecting Your Phone With Encryption............................27
Knowing the Basics...............................................30
Monitoring the Phone Status............................................30
Managing Notifications.....................................................31
Managing Home Screen Icons and Widgets.....................33
Organizing With Folders ..................................................35
Rearranging the Primary Icons.........................................36
Entering Text ...................................................................36
Editing Text......................................................................38
Opening and Switching Apps ...........................................39
Connecting to Networks and Devices..................40
Connecting to Mobile Networks........................................40
Connecting to Wi-Fi®.......................................................43
Using Wi-Fi Direct®..........................................................46
Connecting to Bluetooth®Devices....................................47
Connecting to Your Computer via USB.............................49
Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection..............................52
Connecting to Virtual Private Networks ............................55
Phone Calls ............................................................57
Placing and Ending Calls.................................................57
Answering or Rejecting Calls ...........................................58
Working With the Call Log................................................59
Calling Your Contacts.......................................................60
Checking Voicemail .........................................................61

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Using Options During a Call.............................................61
Managing Multi-party Calls...............................................62
Adjusting Your Call Settings .............................................63
Contacts .................................................................68
Checking Contact Details.................................................68
Adding a New Contact......................................................68
Setting Up Your Own Profile.............................................69
Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts......................69
Working With Favorite Contacts .......................................71
Searching for a Contact....................................................72
Editing Contacts...............................................................72
Accounts ................................................................75
Adding or Removing Accounts..........................................75
Configuring Account Sync ................................................76
Email.......................................................................77
Setting Up the First EmailAccount ...................................77
Checking Your Emails ......................................................77
Responding to an Email...................................................78
Writing and Sending an Email ..........................................79
Adding and Editing Email Accounts..................................80
Changing General Email Settings.....................................80
Messaging..............................................................82
Opening the Messaging Screen .......................................82
Sending a Message .........................................................82
Replying to a Message.....................................................83

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Forwarding a Message ....................................................84
Copying a Message.........................................................84
Changing Messaging Settings..........................................84
Calendar .................................................................85
Viewing Your Calendars and Events.................................85
Creating an Event............................................................86
Editing, Deleting or Sharing an Event...............................87
Changing Calendar Settings............................................87
Browser ..................................................................88
Opening the Browser.......................................................88
Downloading Files ...........................................................89
Changing Browser Settings..............................................89
Camera....................................................................90
Capturing a Photo............................................................90
Recording a Video...........................................................91
Customizing Camera/Camcorder Settings........................92
Gallery.....................................................................94
Opening Gallery...............................................................94
Working With Albums.......................................................94
Working With Pictures......................................................95
Retouching Your Pictures.................................................96
Playing Videos.................................................................98
Music.......................................................................99
Copying Music Files to Your Phone..................................99

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Viewing Your Music Library ............................................100
Setting a Song as the Default Ringtone..........................101
Playing Music.................................................................101
Managing Playlists.........................................................103
Video.....................................................................104
Opening the Video Library..............................................104
Playing and Controlling Videos.......................................104
Managing Video Files.....................................................105
FM Radio ..............................................................107
Scanning and Saving Channels......................................107
Listening to FM Radio ....................................................107
Recording Radio Programs............................................108
Editing a Saved Channel................................................108
Other Options and Settings............................................109
More Apps ............................................................110
AliveShare.....................................................................110
Clock .............................................................................110
Backup and Restore....................................................... 111
Calculator ......................................................................112
Downloads.....................................................................112
File Manager..................................................................112
Mi-POP..........................................................................113
Flashlight.......................................................................114
Note Pad........................................................................114
Sound Recorder.............................................................114

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Task Manager................................................................ 115
GoogleApps.................................................................. 116
Settings.................................................................118
Wireless and Networks.................................................. 118
Device...........................................................................120
Personal........................................................................125
System..........................................................................129
Upgrading the Phone Software...........................131
Troubleshooting...................................................132
For Your Safety ....................................................136
General Safety...............................................................136
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure....................................137
Distraction.....................................................................139
Product Handling...........................................................140
Electrical Safety.............................................................144
Radio Frequency Interference........................................145
Explosive Environments.................................................146
Declaration of RoHS Compliance.......................148
Disposal of Your Old Appliance..........................149
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................150

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Getting Started
Getting to Know Your Phone
Menu key
Earpiece
Proximity & light
sensor
Volume key
Power key
Home key
Front camera
Touch screen
nano-SIM
cards tray
microSDHC
card tray
Back key

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CAUTION:
Your phone is designed for simultaneous use of two micro-SIM
cards in standby mode. However, the cards cannot be used
simultaneously for calls or the Internet. If one micro-SIM card is in
a voice call, the other card is not available.
This situation is caused by the function of the phone and is
independent of the network. Such design can significantly reduce
the power consumption of the phone in the standby mode.
Headset jack
Speaker
Back camera
Flash
Charging/
micro-USB jack

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Knowing the Keys
Key
Function
Power key
Press and hold to turn on or off airplane mode,
manage notification sound and vibration, restart,
power off, or to reboot.
Press to turn off or on the screen display.
Home key
Touch to return to the home screen from any
application or screen.
Touch and hold to use Google search.
Menu key
Touch to get the options for the current screen.
Touch and hold to see recently used apps.
Back key
Touch to go to the previous screen.
Volume key
Press or hold either end to turn the volume up or down.
NOTE:
The positions of the Menu Key and the Back Key are
interchangeable through Settings > Custom bottom key.
Installing the micro-SIM Cards and the
Battery
Switch off your phone before installing the micro-SIM cards. Your
phone has two micro-SIM card slots. You can install one or both
micro-SIM cards into the slots.
1. Insert the tip of the tray eject tool into the hole on the
nano-SIM card tray.

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2. Pull out the nano-SIM card tray and place the nano-SIM cards
on the tray, as shown. Then carefully install the tray back.
NOTES:
Place your LTE, WCDMAor GSM nano-SIM card on the
Card Slot 1.
Place your GSM nano-SIM card on the Card Slot 2.
Card Slot 1
Card Slot 2

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WARNING!
To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any other kind of
SIM card, or any non-standard micro-SIM card cut from a SIM
card. You can get a standard micro-SIM card from your
service provider.
Installing the microSDHC™ Card
The microSDHC card can be installed and removed while the
phone is turned on. Unmount the microSDHC card before
removing it.
1. Insert the tip of the tray eject tool into the hole on the
microSDHC card tray.
2. Pull out the tray and place the card on the tray, as shown.
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NOTE:
Some applications may require a microSDHC card to store
certain data on it and to work properly. Therefore, it is
recommended that you keep a microSDHC card installed and
not remove or replace it unnecessarily.
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.
If the battery is low, there will be a pop-up message on the
screen. As you charge your phone, the screen will tell you the
exact battery level on the lock screen. See Locking/Unlocking the
Screen and Keys.
WARNING!
Use only ZTE-approved chargers and cables. The use of
unapproved accessories could damage your phone or cause the

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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.
1. Connect the adapter to the charging jack. Ensure that the
adapter is inserted with the correct orientation. Do not force
the connector into the charging 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 on the status bar.
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
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prolonged charging.
Extending the Battery Life
Active applications, screen brightness levels, Bluetooth andWi-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 auto-sync, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 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; each query drains your battery.
Powering On/Off
Press and hold the Power key to turn on your phone.
To power off, press and hold the Power key to open the
options menu. 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 power the
phone off, and then turn it on again.
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

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do some settings before using it.
Touch the language field to select the language you want to use
and then touch . Then follow the prompts to set up Wi-Fi,
owner name, Google services and other options.
Locking/Unlocking the Screen and
Keys
Your phone allows you to quickly lock the screen and keys (put
the phone into 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 some time of inactivity. 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. Touch the screen and swipe up.
- or -
Touch the Phone icon at the bottom left and swipe right to
open the Phone app.
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Touch the Camera icon at the bottom right and swipe left to
open the Camera app.
NOTE:
If you have set an unlock pattern, PIN or password for your
phone (see Protecting Your Phone With Screen Locks), you’ll
need to draw the pattern or enter the PIN/password to unlock
your screen.
Using the Touch Screen
Your phone’s touch screen lets you control actions through a
variety of touch gestures.
Touch
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select
onscreen items such as application and settings icons, or
press 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.
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.
Pinch