Zte MF97G User manual

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MF97G
User Manual

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About This Manual
Thank you for choosing this ZTE 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,
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Notice
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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 device 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.
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microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

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Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their
respective owners.
Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: May 7, 2015

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Contents
Getting Started.......................................................10
Getting to Know Your MF97G............................................10
Installing the microSDHC™ Card (Not Included) ...............14
Charging the Battery..........................................................15
Powering On/Off Your MF97G...........................................17
Restarting Your MF97G .....................................................17
Waking Up Your MF97G....................................................17
Setting Up for the First Time..............................................18
Turning On/Off the Projector..............................................18
Adjusting the Projection.....................................................20
Using the Touch Screen.....................................................21
Getting to Know the Home Screen ....................................24
Personalizing .........................................................28
Changing the System Language........................................28
Setting the Date and Time .................................................28
Changing Notification Sound .............................................29
Turning On/Off Other System Sounds ...............................29
Adjusting Volume...............................................................29
Switching to Silent Mode ...................................................29
Changing Screen Brightness.............................................30
Applying New Wallpapers..................................................30
Protecting Your MF97G With Screen Locks.......................30
Protecting Your MF97G With Encryption ...........................31

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Knowing the Basics...............................................34
Monitoring the Device Status.............................................34
Managing Notifications......................................................34
Entering Text......................................................................37
Editing Text........................................................................39
Opening and Switching Apps.............................................40
Projection ...............................................................42
Projecting a File Saved in Your MF97G.............................42
Projecting an HDMI Source...............................................43
Projecting a File Saved in Your USB Device .....................45
Projecting a Source on Your Phone via Miracast (Wi-Fi
Display) .............................................................................46
Remote Control......................................................48
Downloading and Installing the Remote Control App.........48
Connecting to MF97G and Using the Remote ControlApp48
Connecting to Networks and Devices..................50
Connecting to Wi-Fi®.........................................................50
Using Wi-Fi Direct®............................................................55
Connecting to Bluetooth®Devices.....................................56
Connecting to Your Computer via USB..............................60
Connecting to a USB Device.............................................63
Connecting to a Webcam (Not Included)...........................64
Using Mobile Hotspot ........................................................65
Connecting to Virtual Private Networks.............................67

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Accounts ................................................................69
Adding or Removing Accounts...........................................69
Configuring Account Sync..................................................70
Gmail™....................................................................71
Opening Your Gmail Inbox.................................................71
Switching Accounts............................................................71
Writing and Sending a Message........................................72
Replying to or Forwarding a Message ...............................72
Working With Received Attachments.................................73
Working With Labels..........................................................73
Changing Gmail Settings...................................................74
Dolphin Browser....................................................75
Opening the Browser.........................................................75
Using Multiple Browser Tabs..............................................76
Downloading Files .............................................................77
Changing Browser Settings ...............................................77
Maps .......................................................................78
Activating Location Services..............................................78
Getting Your Location ........................................................78
Searching for a Location....................................................78
Getting Directions to Your Destination ...............................79
Searching for Local Places................................................80
Google Search .......................................................81
Searching With Text...........................................................81

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Searching by Speaking......................................................81
Changing Search Settings.................................................82
Gallery.....................................................................83
Opening Gallery ................................................................83
Working With Albums ........................................................83
Working With Pictures.......................................................84
Playing Videos...................................................................85
Play Music ..............................................................86
Copying Music Files to Your MF97G .................................86
Playing Your Music............................................................87
Managing Playlists.............................................................89
Video Player ...........................................................91
Playing and Controlling Videos..........................................91
Managing Video Files........................................................92
Sound Recorder.....................................................93
More Apps...............................................................94
Chrome™ ..........................................................................94
Dolby.................................................................................94
Downloads.........................................................................94
Drive..................................................................................95
File Manager .....................................................................95
Google+.............................................................................96
Hangouts...........................................................................96

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Power Media Player...........................................................96
WPS Office........................................................................97
YouTube.............................................................................97
Google Play™ Store ..............................................98
Browsing and Searching forApps......................................98
Downloading and Installing Apps.......................................98
Creating a Google Wallet™ Account..................................99
Managing Your Downloads..............................................100
Settings ................................................................101
Network ...........................................................................101
Device..............................................................................102
Local................................................................................105
Projector Settings ............................................................109
Troubleshooting...................................................112
For Your Safety ....................................................114
General Safety.................................................................114
Distraction........................................................................115
Product Handling.............................................................116
Electrical Safety...............................................................119
Radio Frequency Interference .........................................120
Explosive Environments...................................................121

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Getting Started
Getting to Know Your MF97G
Projection
Lens
Indicator Light
Back Key
Volume Down
Key
Touch Screen
Home Key
Menu Key
Volume Up
Key
Main
Microphone
Focus Sensor
Power Key

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USB Jack
Headset Jack
Auxiliary
Microphone
HDMI Input Port
Power Socket
microSDHC
Card Tray
Ventilation
Port
Kickstand
Speakers
Tripod
Receptacle

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Projection Lens
Project the display on a surface.
WARNING!
Do not look directly into the projection lens or point the lens
toward people or animals’ eyes when the projector is on as this
may cause injury to the eyes.
Focus Sensor
Analyze the clarity of the projected image in order for the
projector to adjust its focus automatically.
Back Key
Touch to go to the previous screen.
Home Key
Touch to return to the HOME tab of the home screen.
Touch and hold to open the Dolphin browser or the Google
app.
Menu Key
Touch to get options for the current screen.
Touch and hold to see recently used apps.
Volume Key (Volume Up/Down)
Press or hold to turn the volume up or down.

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Power Key
Press and hold to enable or disable airplane mode, power
on/off or restart your MF97G.
Press to turn off or on the screen display.
Press twice quickly when the projector is turned on to adjust
its focus automatically.
Main Microphone / Auxiliary Microphone
Transmit your voice. The auxiliary microphone is useful for
canceling ambient noise.
Ventilation Port
Exhaust hot air when the projector is on.
WARNING!
Do not place anything near the ventilation port as this may cause
internal heat buildup. Do not place your hand near the ventilation
port as this may cause injury.
Tripod Receptacle
Connect a tripod (not included in the packaging).

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Installing the microSDHC™Card (Not
Included)
A microSDHC card can be installed or removed while MF97G is
turned on. You need to unmount the microSDHC card before
removing it. See Remove the microSDHC Card From Your
MF97G.
1. Turn your MF97G upside down. Insert the tip of the tray eject
tool into the hole on the microSDHC card tray and take the
tray out of the slot.
2. Place the microSDHC card on the tray as shown and carefully
install the tray back.

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NOTE:
Some applications may require a microSDHC card to work
properly if it stores certain data on it. Therefore, it is
recommended that you keep a microSDHC card installed and
not remove or replace it unnecessarily.
Charging the Battery
You should fully charge the battery before using MF97G. Out of
the box the battery should have enough power for MF97G to turn
on.
WARNING!
Use only ZTE-approved chargers and cables. The use of
unauthorized accessories may cause damage.

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CAUTION:
Do not try to remove or change the built-in rechargeable battery
in your MF97G by yourself. By doing so will violate the warranty
policy from ZTE. Contact customer service for support.
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power socket on your MF97G
and then put the plug into an electrical outlet.
2. Disconnect the adapter when the battery is fully charged.
NOTE:
If the battery is extremely low, you may not be able to power on
MF97G even when it is charging. Allow MF97G to charge longer
and try again. Contact the customer service if you still cannot
power on MF97G after prolonged charging.

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Powering On/Off Your MF97G
Ensure that the battery is charged.
Press and hold the Power Key to turn on your MF97G.
To power it off, press and hold the Power Key to open the
options menu. Touch Power off and then touch OK.
Restarting Your MF97G
If the screen freezes or takes too long to respond, try pressing
and holding the Power Key for about 10 seconds to restart
MF97G.
Waking Up Your MF97G
Your MF97G automatically goes into sleep mode when it is not in
use for certain time. The touch screen is turned off to save power
and the keys are locked to prevent accidental operations.
You can wake up your MF97G by following the instruction as
below.
1. Press the Power Key to turn the touch screen on.
2. Touch and hold any area of the screen to unlock MF97G.
NOTE:
If you have set an unlock pattern, a PIN or a password for your
MF97G (see Protecting Your MF97G With Screen Locks), you’ll
need to draw the pattern, or enter the PIN/password to unlock
your MF97G.

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Setting Up for the First Time
When you first power on your MF97G after you purchase it or
reset it to factory settings (see Backup and Reset), you need to
do some settings before using it.
Flick the language field to select the language and touch Start.
Then follow the prompts to set up Wi-Fi, data and time, Google
account, Google location and other options.
Turning On/Off the Projector
You can use the projector embedded in your MF97G to project
the display onto large surfaces.
WARNING!
Do not look directly into the projection lens or point the lens
toward people or animals’ eyes when the projector is on as this
may cause injury to the eyes.

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There are several ways that you can turn on or off the projector.
When your MF97G’s screen is turned on, swipe up or down
using THREE fingers on the screen to turn on or off the
projector.
Drag the status bar down from the top of the screen and
touch Projector below Control Switch.
From the HOME tab of the home screen, touch on the
Projector widget.
From the SETTINGS tab of the home screen, touch
Projector > Control and then touch the switch next to
Projector in the Projector settings screen.
NOTE:
For best results, project onto a non-reflective white flat display

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surface at a 90°angle to MF97G’s touch screen. The projection
distance of MF97G is about 3 to 12 feet.
Adjusting the Projection
When the projector is on, you can adjust projection focus,
keystone distortion, projection brightness and projection color.
To adjust projection focus:
1. Touch the Home Key > SETTINGS tab > Projector > Image.
2. In the Focus section, turn on automatic focus or touch “+” and
“-” to make manual adjustment.
NOTE:
You can also press the Power Key twice quickly to adjust
projection focus automatically.
To adjust keystone distortion:
You can adjust keystone distortion to correct image during a tilted
projection.
1. Touch the Home Key > SETTINGS tab > Projector >
Image.
2. In the Keystone section, turn on automatic adjustment or
touch “+” and “-” to make manual adjustment.
To adjust projection brightness:
1. Touch the Home Key > SETTINGS tab > Projector >
Image.