Zte Whirl Z660G User manual

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Z660G
WCDMA/GSM(GPRS)
Dual-Mode Digital Mobile Phone
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 © 2013 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 chapter 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.zte.com.cn) for more
information on self-service and supported product models.
Information on the website takes precedence.
Disclaimer

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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. The microSD logo is a trademark of the SD Card
Association. Other trademarks and trade names are the property
of their respective owners.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time : 2013.03.25

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Contents
Contents ...................................................................4
Getting Started.......................................................12
Getting to Know Your Phone............................................12
Knowing the Keys............................................................13
Installing the SIM Card, microSD Card, and Battery.........14
Charging the Battery........................................................17
Powering On/Off..............................................................18
Locking/Unlocking the Screen and Keys..........................18
Using the Touch Screen...................................................19
Getting to Know the Home Screen...................................20
Personalizing..........................................................21
Changing the System Language......................................21
Setting the Date and Time................................................21
Changing Ringtone and Notification Sound......................21
Turning On/Off Touch Sounds..........................................22
Adjusting Volumes...........................................................22
Switching to Silent Mode..................................................22
Applying New Wallpapers ................................................23
Changing Screen Brightness ...........................................23
Protecting Your Phone With Screen Locks.......................24
Protecting Your Phone With Encryption............................25
Knowing the Basics...............................................27
Monitoring the Phone Status............................................27

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Managing Notifications ....................................................28
Managing Shortcuts and Widgets .................................... 29
Organizing With Folders.................................................. 30
Rearranging the Favorite Tray .........................................31
Entering Text...................................................................32
Editing Text......................................................................38
Opening and Switching apps ...........................................39
Connecting to Networks and Devices..................40
Connecting to Mobile Networks ....................................... 40
Connecting to Wi-Fi......................................................... 41
Connecting to Bluetooth Devices..................................... 44
Connecting to Your Computer via USB ............................46
Connecting to Virtual Private Networks............................ 48
Phone Calls............................................................51
Placing and Ending Calls.................................................51
Answering or Rejecting Calls...........................................52
Working With the Call Log ...............................................52
Calling Your Contacts ......................................................54
Checking Voicemail......................................................... 55
Using Options During a Call............................................. 55
Managing Multi-party Calls .............................................. 56
Adjusting Your Call Settings............................................. 57
People.....................................................................62
Checking Contact Details................................................. 62
Adding a New Contact.....................................................62

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Setting Up Your Own Profile.............................................63
Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts .....................63
Working With Favorite Contacts.......................................65
Working With Groups.......................................................66
Searching for a Contact...................................................67
Editing Contacts...............................................................68
Accounts.................................................................71
Adding or Removing Accounts.........................................71
ConfiguringAccount Sync................................................72
Email .......................................................................74
Set Up the First Email Account.........................................74
Checking Your Emails......................................................74
Responding to an Email...................................................74
Writing and Sending an Email..........................................76
Adding Signature to Your Emails......................................76
Adding and Editing Email Accounts..................................77
Changing General Email Settings ....................................78
GmailTM ...................................................................79
Opening Your Gmail Inbox...............................................79
SwitchingAccounts..........................................................79
Writing and Sending a Message.......................................80
Adding Signature to Your Gmail Messages ......................80
Replying to or Forwarding a Message..............................81
Working With Received Attachments................................81
Searching for Messages..................................................82

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Working With Labels........................................................82
Changing Gmail Settings................................................. 83
Messaging..............................................................84
Opening the Messaging Screen.......................................84
Sending a Text Message..................................................84
Sending a Multimedia Message....................................... 85
Replying to a Message.................................................... 85
Forwarding a Message.................................................... 86
Copying a Message.........................................................86
Viewing Details About a Message.................................... 86
Deleting Messages or Threads........................................ 87
Changing Message Settings............................................ 87
Calendar .................................................................88
Viewing Your Calendars and Events ................................ 88
Creating an Event............................................................90
Editing or Deleting an Event ............................................90
Changing Calendar Settings............................................ 91
Google Talk ............................................................92
Signing into See Your Friends..........................................92
Adding a Friend...............................................................92
Changing Your Online Status........................................... 93
Chatting With Friends...................................................... 93
Changing Google Talk Settings........................................94
Google+..................................................................95
Getting Updates ..............................................................95

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Chatting With Contacts ....................................................96
Checking Photos .............................................................96
Checking and Managing Your Profile................................96
Browser ..................................................................97
Opening the Browser.......................................................97
Working With an Opened Page........................................98
Using Multiple Browser Tabs............................................99
Downloading Files .........................................................100
Using Bookmarks ..........................................................101
Viewing Your Browsing History.......................................102
Changing Browser Settings............................................102
Maps, Navigation, and Local...............................103
Activating Location Services..........................................103
Getting Your Location ....................................................103
Searching for a Location................................................103
Getting Directions to Your Destination............................104
Searching for Local Places ............................................105
Google Search, Voice Search, and Voice Actions
...............................................................................106
Searching With Text.......................................................106
Searching by Speaking..................................................106
Using Voice Actions.......................................................107
Changing Search and Voice Search Settings.................107
Camera..................................................................108
Capturing a Photo..........................................................108

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Customize Camera Settings.......................................... 109
Recording a Video..........................................................110
Customizing Camcorder Settings....................................111
Gallery ..................................................................113
Opening Gallery .............................................................113
Working With Albums......................................................113
Working With Pictures ....................................................114
Working With Videos ......................................................116
Music ....................................................................118
Copying Music Files to Your Phone.................................118
Viewing Your Music Library.............................................119
Playing Music................................................................ 120
Managing Playlists......................................................... 122
Play Music............................................................124
Playing Your Music........................................................ 124
Managing Playlists......................................................... 126
Video Player .........................................................128
Opening the Video Library............................................. 128
Playing and Controlling Videos...................................... 128
Managing Video Files.................................................... 129
Sound Recorder...................................................130
Recording a Voice Memo............................................... 130
Playing a Voice Memo................................................... 130
More Apps ............................................................132

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Alarm.............................................................................132
Calculator......................................................................133
Downloads.....................................................................133
File Manager .................................................................133
Note Pad.......................................................................134
Task Manager................................................................134
Timer.............................................................................134
YouTube........................................................................135
Play Store .............................................................136
Browsing and Searching for Apps ..................................136
Downloading and Installing Apps....................................136
Managing Your Downloads ............................................137
Settings.................................................................138
General settings ............................................................138
Wireless and Networks..................................................141
Device...........................................................................141
Personal........................................................................142
Accounts .......................................................................144
System..........................................................................144
Troubleshooting...................................................147
For Your Safety ....................................................153
General Safety...............................................................153
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy .......................................154
FCC Compliance...........................................................156
Using Your Phone With a HearingAid Device.................157

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Distraction..................................................................... 159
Product Handling........................................................... 159
Electrical Safety............................................................. 163
Battery Handling & Safety.............................................. 164
Radio Frequency Interference........................................ 165
Explosive Environments ................................................ 167
Vehicles Equipped with an Airbag.................................. 167
Third Party Equipment................................................... 168
Efficient Use.................................................................. 168
Consumer Limited Warranty...............................168

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Getting Started
Getting to Know Your Phone

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Knowing the Keys
Key
Function
Power Key
Press and hold to turn on or off Flight mode,
enable silent mode, vibration mode or
sound, or to power off.
Press to switch your phone to Sleep mode.
Press to wake up your phone.

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Key
Function
Home Key
Touch to return to the Home Screen from
any application or screen.
Touch and hold to see recently used
applications.
Menu Key
Touch to get the options for the current screen.
Back Key
Touch to go to the previous screen.
Volume Up/
Down
Press or hold to turn the volume up or down.
Installing the SIM Card, microSD Card,
and Battery
Switch off your phone before installing or replacingthe battery or the
SIM card. The microSD card can be installed and removed while the
phone is turned on. Unmount the microSD card before removing it.
1. Remove the back cover.

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2. Hold the SIM card with the cut corner oriented as shown and
slip it into the card holder.

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3. Hold your microSD card with the metal contacts facing down
and slide it in.
NOTE: microSD logo is a trademark of the SD Card
Association.
4. Insert the battery by aligning the metal contacts on the
battery with the metal contacts in the battery compartment.
Gently push down on the battery until it clicks into place.

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5. Press the cover gently back into place until you hear a click.
Charging the Battery
When you first get your new phone you’ll need to charge the
battery.
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 each time you wake up your phone.
WARNING! Use only ZTE-approved chargers and cables. The use
of unapproved accessories could damage your phone or cause the
battery to explode.

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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 wall 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.
Powering On/Off
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. Touch Power off and then touch OK.
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.

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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. Touch and hold at the center of the screen.
NOTE: If you have set an unlock pattern, PIN or password for your
phone (see chapter Personalizing –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
items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press
onscreen buttons, simply touch them with your finger.
Touch and Hold

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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
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.
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 application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the
screen left or right to display additional screens.
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