Zte Z353VL User manual

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Z353VL
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 © 2016 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.zteusa.com) for more
information on self-service and supported product models.
Information on the website takes precedence.
Disclaimer
ZTE Corporation expressly disclaims any liability for faults and

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damages caused by unauthorized modifications of the software.
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Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their
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Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: May 26, 2016
Manual No.: 079584508048
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

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Contents
Getting Started.......................................................11
Getting to Know Your Phone ............................................11
Knowing the Keys ............................................................13
Installing the micro-SIM Card ...........................................14
Installing the microSDXC Card (Not Included)..................16
Installing the Battery.........................................................17
Charging the Battery........................................................19
Extending the Battery Life ................................................20
Powering On/Off ..............................................................21
Setting Up for the First Time.............................................21
Using the Touch Screen ...................................................21
Getting to Know the Home Screen ...................................24
Personalizing .........................................................27
Changing the System Language ......................................27
Setting the Date and Time................................................27
Changing Ringtone and Notification Sound ......................28
Turning On/Off System Sounds........................................28
Adjusting Volume.............................................................28
Switching to Silent or Vibration Mode ...............................29
Limiting Interruptions........................................................30
Applying New Wallpapers.................................................30
Setting the Theme............................................................31
Setting the Home Screen Transition Effect .......................31

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Changing Screen Brightness ...........................................31
Protecting Your Phone With Screen Locks.......................32
Protecting Your Phone With Encryption............................32
Protecting Your Phone With Screen Pinning.....................34
Knowing the Basics...............................................36
Monitoring the Phone Status............................................36
Managing Notifications.....................................................37
Managing Shortcuts and Widgets.....................................40
Organizing With Folders ..................................................41
Rearranging the Primary Shortcuts ..................................42
Entering Text ...................................................................42
Editing Text......................................................................51
Opening and SwitchingApps ...........................................51
Uninstalling or Disabling anApp.......................................52
Connecting to Networks and Devices..................53
Connecting to Mobile Networks........................................53
Connecting to Wi-Fi.........................................................54
Connecting to Bluetooth Devices .....................................57
Connecting to Your Computer via USB.............................60
Connecting to Virtual Private Networks ............................62
Phone Calls ............................................................64
Placing and Ending Calls.................................................64
Answering or Rejecting Calls ...........................................65
Working With the Call History...........................................66

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Calling Your Contacts.......................................................67
Checking Voicemail..........................................................67
Using Options During a Call.............................................68
Setting Up a Conference Call...........................................68
Adjusting Your Call Settings .............................................69
Contacts .................................................................76
Checking Contact Details.................................................76
Adding a New Contact......................................................76
Setting Up Your Own Profile.............................................77
Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts......................77
Working With Favorite Contacts .......................................79
Working With Groups.......................................................80
Searching for a Contact....................................................82
Editing Contacts...............................................................82
Web Accounts........................................................85
Adding or Removing Accounts..........................................85
ConfiguringAccount Sync ................................................86
Email.......................................................................88
Setting Up the First EmailAccount ...................................88
Checking Your Emails ......................................................88
Responding to an Email...................................................89
Writing and Sending an Email ..........................................90
Adding and Editing Email Accounts..................................91
Changing General Email Settings.....................................92

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Messaging ..............................................................93
Opening the Messaging Screen.......................................93
Sending a Message.........................................................93
Replying to a Message ....................................................94
Forwarding a Message ....................................................95
Copying a Message.........................................................95
Changing Message Settings............................................95
Calendar .................................................................96
Viewing Your Calendars and Events.................................96
Creating an Event............................................................97
Editing, Deleting, Sharing or Exporting an Event..............98
Changing Calendar Settings ............................................98
Web Browser..........................................................99
Opening the Browser.......................................................99
Setting the Homepage.....................................................99
Using Multiple Browser Windows...................................100
Downloading Files .........................................................100
Changing Browser Settings............................................101
Camera..................................................................102
Capturing a Photo..........................................................102
Recording a Video.........................................................104
Using Manual Camera Mode .........................................104
Customizing Camera/Camcorder Settings......................105
Gallery...................................................................107

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Opening Gallery.............................................................107
Working With Albums.....................................................107
Working With Pictures....................................................108
Playing Videos...............................................................110
Music .................................................................... 111
Viewing Your Music Library ............................................111
Playing Music.................................................................112
Managing Playlists.........................................................113
Video Player .........................................................114
Opening the Video Library..............................................114
Playing and Controlling Videos.......................................114
Managing Video Files.....................................................115
Sound Recorder...................................................116
Recording a Voice Memo ...............................................116
Playing a Voice Memo....................................................116
More Apps ............................................................118
Calculator ......................................................................118
Clock .............................................................................118
Downloads.....................................................................119
File Manager..................................................................120
Task Manager................................................................120
Wi-Fi Utility.....................................................................121
GoogleApps..................................................................121

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Settings.................................................................123
General .........................................................................123
Wireless and Networks ..................................................126
Device...........................................................................127
Personal........................................................................130
System..........................................................................133
Troubleshooting...................................................135
For Your Safety ....................................................140
General Safety...............................................................140
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy .......................................141
FCC Regulations...........................................................143
HearingAid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Mobile
Phones..........................................................................144
CTIA Requirements .......................................................146
Distraction.....................................................................148
Product Handling...........................................................148
Electrical Safety.............................................................152
Radio Frequency Interference........................................153
Explosive Environments.................................................155
Specifications.......................................................156

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Getting Started
Getting to Know Your Phone
Volume key
External screen
Headset jack
Back camera
Auxiliary
microphone
Speaker
Back cover

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Proximity & light
sensor
Internal touch
screen
4-way navigation
and OK (center) key
Back key
Mute key
Camera key
Send key
Delete key
Earpiece
Front camera
Charging/
micro-USB jack
Home key
Recent apps key
Customized key
Email key
Power/end key
Main microphone

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Knowing the Keys
Key
Function
Power/end key
Press and hold to turn on or off airplane
mode, power off or restart the phone.
Press to end a call or cancel a call attempt.
Press to return to the home screen.
Home key
Touch to return to the home screen from any
application or screen.
Touch and hold to use Google Search or
Now on Tap.
Back key
Touch to go to the previous screen.
Recent apps
key
Touch to see recently used apps.
Volume key
Press or hold either end of the key to turn the
volume up or down.
Mute key
Press to mute/unmute incoming call ringtone.
Camera key
Press to launch the Camera app or take a
picture when the app is already launched.
Customized
key
You can customize the function of key.

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Key
Function
Email key
Open the default email application.
Send key
Press to open the Phone app or place a call.
Delete key
Delete text before the cursor while editing text.
4-way
navigation and
OK key
Press up/down/left/right to move the
highlight or cursor on the screen.
Press the center to make selections.
Installing the micro-SIM Card
Power off your phone before installing or removing the micro-SIM
card.
WARNING!
To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any other kind of SIM
cards, or any non-standard micro-SIM card cut from a SIM card.
You can get a standard micro-SIM card from your service
provider.
1. Remove the back cover. If the battery is installed, remove it.

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2. Slide the micro-SIM card into the card holder in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery and the back cover.

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Installing the microSDXC Card (Not
Included)
1. Remove the back cover. If the battery is installed, remove it.
2. Hold the microSDXC card with the cut corner oriented as
shown and slip it into the card slot.

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3. Replace the battery and the back cover.
Installing the Battery
1. Remove the back cover.

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2. Insert the battery. Make sure the connectors on the battery go
into the battery compartment first and align with the
connectors in it. Gently push down on the battery until it clicks
into place.

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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.
WARNING!
Use only ZTE-approved chargers and cables. The use of
unapproved accessories could damage your phone or cause the
battery to explode.
1. Connect the adapter to 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 ,

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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 the
customer service if you still cannot power on the phone after
prolonged charging.
Extending the Battery Life
Active applications, screen brightness levels, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
usage and GPS functionality can drain your battery. You can
follow the helpful tips below to conserve your battery power:
Use the Power manager feature in Settings to activate Power
saver mode.
Reduce the screen backlight time.
Lower the screen brightness.
Turn Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and auto-sync 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, and each query drains your battery.