Zte SPRO User manual

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Spro
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,
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 device 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.

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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 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.
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.
DLP is the trademark of Texas Instruments.
microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

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is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. TruMedia
technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
SRS TruMedia™, a feature-rich audio solution tuned specifically
for mobile devices, provides a cinema-like surround headphone
performance with deep, rich bass.
Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their
respective owners.
Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: December 4, 2014

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Contents
Getting Started.......................................................10
Getting to Know Your Spro ...............................................10
Installing the microSDHC™ Card (Not Included)...............14
Charging the Battery ........................................................16
Powering On/Off Your Spro ..............................................17
Restarting Your Spro ........................................................17
Waking Up Your Spro .......................................................18
Turning On/Off the Projector.............................................18
Using the Touch Screen ...................................................19
Getting to Know the Home Screen ...................................23
Personalizing .........................................................24
Changing the System Language ......................................24
Setting the Date and Time................................................24
Changing Notification Sound............................................24
Turning On/Off Other System Sounds ..............................25
Adjusting Volume .............................................................25
Switching to Silent Mode..................................................25
Applying New Wallpapers.................................................26
Changing Screen Brightness............................................26
Protecting Your Spro With Screen Locks ..........................26
Protecting Your Spro With Encryption...............................27
Knowing the Basics...............................................30
Monitoring the Device Status............................................30

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Managing Notifications..................................................... 30
Managing Shortcuts and Widgets.....................................33
Organizing With Folders ..................................................34
Rearranging the Primary Shortcuts ..................................35
Entering Text ...................................................................36
Editing Text......................................................................42
Opening and Switching Apps ...........................................43
Connecting to Networks and Devices..................44
Connecting to Wi-Fi®.......................................................44
Using Wi-Fi Direct®..........................................................48
Connecting to Bluetooth®Devices....................................49
Connecting to Your Computer via USB............................. 52
Connecting to a USB Device............................................ 56
Connecting to Virtual Private Networks ............................ 57
Projection ...............................................................59
Projecting a File Saved in Your Spro................................59
Projecting an HDMI Source..............................................59
Projecting a File Saved in Your USB Device.....................60
Projecting a Source on Your Phone (Wi-Fi Display)..........61
Using Power Bank .................................................63
Accounts.................................................................65
Adding or Removing Accounts .........................................65
Configuring Account Sync................................................66

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Gmail™....................................................................67
Opening Your Gmail Inbox................................................67
Switching Accounts ..........................................................67
Writing and Sending a Message.......................................68
Replying to or Forwarding a Message ..............................68
Working With Received Attachments................................69
Working With Labels ........................................................69
Changing Gmail Settings..................................................70
Browser ..................................................................71
Opening the Browser .......................................................71
Using Multiple Browser Tabs ............................................72
Downloading Files............................................................73
Changing Browser Settings..............................................74
Maps .......................................................................75
Activating Location Services.............................................75
Getting Your Location.......................................................76
Searching for a Location ..................................................76
Getting Directions to Your Destination ..............................76
Searching for Local Places...............................................77
Google Search .......................................................79
Searching With Text .........................................................79
Changing Search Settings................................................79
Gallery ....................................................................80
Opening Gallery...............................................................80

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Working With Albums.......................................................80
Working With Pictures......................................................81
Retouching Your Pictures.................................................82
Playing Videos.................................................................83
Music.......................................................................84
Copying Music Files to Your Spro.....................................84
Viewing Your Music Library..............................................85
Playing Music ..................................................................86
Managing Playlists...........................................................87
Play Music ..............................................................88
Playing Your Music ..........................................................88
Managing Playlists...........................................................90
Video Player ...........................................................92
Playing and Controlling Videos ........................................92
Managing Video Files ......................................................93
More Apps...............................................................95
Chrome™........................................................................95
Downloads.......................................................................95
Drive................................................................................95
File Manager ................................................................... 96
Kingsoft Office .................................................................96
News and Weather ..........................................................97
Google Play™ Store ..............................................98

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Browsing and Searching for Apps.....................................98
Downloading and Installing Apps......................................98
Creating a Google Wallet™ Account.................................99
Managing Your Downloads.............................................100
Settings ................................................................101
Wireless and Networks...................................................101
Device ...........................................................................102
Projector ........................................................................105
Personal ........................................................................105
Accounts........................................................................107
System...........................................................................107
Troubleshooting...................................................109
For Your Safety.................................................... 111
General Safety............................................................... 111
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy........................................112
FCC Compliance............................................................113
Distraction......................................................................115
Product Handling ...........................................................115
Electrical Safety .............................................................118
Radio Frequency Interference ........................................119
Explosive Environments .................................................121

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Getting Started
Getting to Know Your Spro
Projection
Lens
Indicator Light
Back Key
Volume Down
Key
Projection Key
Touch Screen
Home Key
Menu Key
Volume Up
Key
Sleep/Wake
Up Key

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Power Bank
Key
Power Key
microSDHC
Card Slot Cover
Reset Key
Focus Wheel
USB Jack
Power Socket
HDMI Input Port
Headset Jack
Ventilation
Holes
Kickstand
Speaker

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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.
Back Key
Touch to go to the previous screen.
Home Key
•Touch to return to the home screen from any application or
screen.
•Touch and hold to see recently used apps.
Menu Key
Touch to get the options for the current screen.
Volume Keys (Volume Up/Down)
Touch or hold to turn the volume up or down.
Sleep/Wake Up Key
Touch to turn off or on the screen display.
Projection Key
Touch to turn on or off the projector.

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Power Key
•Press and hold to enable silent mode or silent mode with
vibration, disable silent mode, power off or restart your Spro.
•Press to turn off or on the screen display.
Power Bank Key
Press and hold to turn on or off the Power Bank feature, which
allows you to charge other devices through your Spro.
Reset Key
You can restart your Spro in situations when it stops responding
or won’t power off normally. Using the tip of a pen or paperclip,
press and hold the Reset Key until your Spro restarts.
Focus Wheel
Adjust the focus of the projector.
Ventilation Holes
Exhaust the hot air when the projector is on.
WARNING!
Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may
cause internal heat buildup. Do not place your hand near the
ventilation holes as this may cause injury.

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Installing the microSDHC™ Card (Not
Included)
A microSDHC card can be installed or removed while Spro is
turned on. You need to unmount the microSDHC card before
removing it.
1. Open the microSDHC card slot cover.
2. Hold the microSDHC card with the cut edge oriented as
shown below. Push the card into the card slot until it clicks
into position. You should hear a click when the card is locked
into the slot.

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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.
3. Close the cover.
NOTE:
To remove the microSDHC card, open the card slot cover, push
the card so it clicks out, and then pull it completely out from the
slot.

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Charging the Battery
Your Spro’s battery should have enough power for Spro to turn
on. 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 Spro or the built-in
battery.
CAUTION:
Do not try to remove or change the built-in rechargeable battery
in your Spro by yourself. By doing so will violate the warranty
policy from ZTE.
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power socket on your Spro.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
3. Disconnect the adapter when the battery is fully charged.

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NOTE:
If the power of battery is extremely low, you may not be able to
power on Spro even when it is being charged. In this case, try
again after charging Spro for at least 20 minutes. Contact the
customer service if you still cannot power on Spro after
prolonged charging.
Powering On/Off Your Spro
Ensure that the battery is charged.
•Press and hold the Power Key to turn on your Spro.
•To power it off, press and hold the Power Key to open the
options menu. Touch Power off and then touch OK.
Restarting Your Spro
If the screen freezes or takes too long to respond, try pressing
and holding the Power Key for about 10 seconds to restart Spro.
NOTE:
You can also press and hold the Reset Key using the tip of a pen
or paperclip until your Spro restarts.

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Waking Up Your Spro
Your Spro 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 Spro by following the instruction as below.
1. Press the Power Key or touch the Sleep/Wake Up Key to
turn the screen on.
2. Touch and hold on the screen.
NOTE:
If you have set an unlock pattern, a PIN or a password for your
Spro (see Personalizing – Protecting Your Spro With Screen
Locks), you’ll need to draw the pattern, or enter the
PIN/password to unlock your Spro.
Turning On/Off the Projector
You can use the projector embedded in your Spro to project the
display onto large surfaces.
Touch the Projection Key to toggle the projector on or off.

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NOTE:
For best results, project onto a non-reflective white flat display
surface at a 90° angle to Spro’s touch screen.
Using the Touch Screen
Your Spro’s touch screen enables you to control actions through
a variety of touch gestures.
•Touch
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select
items on the screen such as the application and settings
icons, or press the onscreen buttons, simply touch them with
your finger.

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•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.