Zte Spark R55a User manual

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Spark R55a
Rugged Mobile Phone
User Manual

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PC Software Requirements
Join Me PC Software which can be downloaded from zte.co.nz supports Microsoft Windows 7, 8, Vista
and XP with Service Pack 2 & 3. A limited version of Join Me is supplied that supports MAC OS 10.5,
10.6, ZTE cannot guarantee compatibility with all variations of hardware and software.
Warnings and Safety Notices
Please read all the safety notices before using this device.
Do not use the phone near fuel or chemicals or in any prescribed area such as service stations and
refineries.
Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle
as your mobile phone and accessories.
Copyright © 2016 ZTE Corporation All rights reserved.
1st Edition July 2016
No part of this publication may be excerpted, reproduced, translated or utilized in any form or by any
means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without the prior written
permission of ZTE Corporation.
ZTE Corporation operates a policy of continuous development. ZTE Corporation reserves the right to
make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior
notice.
Limitation of Liability
ZTE shall not be liable for any loss of profits or indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages
resulting from or arising out of or in connection with using this product, whether or not ZTE had been
advised, knew or should have known the possibility of such damages. The user should refer to the
enclosed warranty card for full warranty and service information.

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Contents
Liquid Damage - Important Note..............................................................................................4
RF Safety Information ...............................................................................................................5
Handset Overview ....................................................................................................................6
Information Bar Icons ...............................................................................................................8
Menu Quick Reference Guide....................................................................................................9
Getting Started......................................................................................................11
1.1 Insert the (U)SIM Card....................................................................................11
1.2 Insert the battery...........................................................................................12
1.3 Installing Additional Memory (Optional).........................................................13
1.4 How to switch the phone On or Off ................................................................14
1.5 How do I connect the charger?.......................................................................14
1.6 Tips about charging and battery life ...............................................................15
1.7 How do I set the time and date? .....................................................................15
1.8 How do I lock or unlock the keypad? ..............................................................15
1.9 How to make a voice call................................................................................16
1.10 How to answer an incoming call.....................................................................16
1.11 How to send a Text Message (SMS) .................................................................16
1.12 How to navigate the Menu.............................................................................17
1.13 Call Features Summary ..................................................................................18
2Contacts ...................................................................................................... 20
3Messages and Emails ................................................................................... 22
3.1 How to send a Text Message (SMS) .................................................................22
3.2 Attach a file to send as an MMS ......................................................................22
3.3 How to view a received Text Message (SMS)....................................................23
3.4 How to receive a Multimedia Message (MMS) .................................................23

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3.5 How to use Predictive Text .............................................................................24
3.6 How to add words to the built in Dictionary (My Words)..................................25
3.7 Special Characters and SMS Message Length..................................................25
3.8 WAP Push Messages ......................................................................................26
3.9 How to send an Email ....................................................................................26
3.10 How to retrieve an Email ................................................................................27
3.11 How to set up automatic Email Retrieval.........................................................27
3.12 What are User Folders?...................................................................................27
3.13 How to create a new Mailbox .........................................................................28
4Handset Features & Applications ................................................................. 29
5Troubleshooting, Technical and Warranty Information................................. 41
5.1 Troubleshooting and FAQ’s ............................................................................41
5.2 Error Messages ..............................................................................................43
5.3 Technical Parameters .....................................................................................44
5.4 Support Information......................................................................................45
5.5 Warranty Information ....................................................................................45
Liquid Damage - Important Note
Your ruggedised handset is compliant with the IP67 Standard which gives protection from dust
and liquid ingress up to 1m depth. To ensure continued protection against liquid damage the
battery cover, antenna port and USB port cover must be properly closed.

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RF Safety Information
The handset has an internal antenna located at the top of the phone. For optimum
performance with minimum power consumption do not cover the antenna area with your hand.
Hold the handset between thumb and finger in the middle of the device. Covering the antenna
affects call quality, may cause the handset to operate at higher power level than needed, and
may shorten talk and idle times.
Radio Frequency Energy
The handset is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. When switched on it intermittently
transmits radio frequency (RF) energy (radio waves). The transmit power level is optimized for
best performance and automatically reduces when there is good quality reception. Maximum
power is only used at the edge of network coverage so under most circumstances the power
output is very low. Under poor network conditions the phone transmits at a higher power, may
get hot and have a significantly shorter battery life.
Declaration of Conformity - SAR (Specific Absorption Rate)
We declare that the product(s) detailed in this manual, and in combination with our accessories,
conform with the essential requirements ofThe Radio Communications Standard
(Electro-magnetic Radiation Human Exposure) 2003 and theAustralian Communications and
Media Authority Section 376 of the Telecommunications Act 1997.
The highest SAR value recorded is 1.122 W/Kg at GSM 900 MHz in the Body Position (5mm
spacing.

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Handset Overview
Front camera
Left & Right Soft Keys
Performs the function
shown on the display
Power / End Key
Hold down to power
On or Off.
Press to End a call.
Display
Call Key
Call a number, answer a call,
show Call History
# Key
Switch to Meeting Mode
Change text modes
*Key
Lock / Unlock the keypad.
Access text symbols.
Insert a Pause or Wait
command.
Microphone
C Key
Step back in menus.
Clear text.
Earpiece
OK Key

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Handset Overview
Volume
USB,
Headphones
& Charging
Port
Speaker
Camera
Camera Key
Antenna Port

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Information Bar Icons
3G Signal Strength Battery Level Indicator
GSM Signal Strength
Alarm is set
EDGE Signal Strength
Missed Call
New SMS Message Missed Video Call
Message Memory is Full Bluetooth ON
New MMS Message
Silent Mode
TTY Mode Vibrate mode enabled
New E-mail
Call Forward is Active
Headset and Vibrate Mode Data channel available
New Wap Push Message Data channel active (PDP)
Headset Mode Roaming
Memory card inserted High Speed data access
FM Radio Flight Mode

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Menu Quick Reference Guide

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Menu Quick Reference Guide Continued…