Zte Z799VL User manual

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Z799VL
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.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.
Trademarks
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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.
microSDHC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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Laboratories.
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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm
Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
Used with permission.
Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their
respective owners.

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Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: November 4, 2016

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Contents
Getting Started.......................................................11
Getting to Know Your Phone ............................................11
Knowing the Keys ............................................................12
Installing the micro-SIM Card...........................................13
Installing the microSDHC™ Card .....................................14
Charging the Battery........................................................15
Extending the Battery Life ................................................17
Powering On/Off ..............................................................17
Setting Up for the First Time.............................................18
Locking/Unlocking the Screen and Keys...........................18
Using the Touch Screen ...................................................19
Getting to Know the Home Screen ...................................20
Personalizing .........................................................22
Changing the System Language ......................................22
Setting the Date and Time................................................22
Changing Ringtone and Notification Sound ......................22
Turning On/Off Touch Sound............................................23
Adjusting Volume.............................................................23
Switching Notification Mode .............................................23
Applying New Wallpapers.................................................24
Changing Screen Brightness............................................24
Setting the Home Screen Effect........................................24
Protecting Your Phone With Screen Locks........................25

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Knowing the Basics...............................................27
Monitoring the Phone Status............................................27
Managing Notifications.....................................................28
Managing Shortcuts and Widgets.....................................31
Organizing With Folders ..................................................32
Rearranging the Primary Icons.........................................33
Entering Text ...................................................................33
Editing Text......................................................................40
Opening and Switching Apps ...........................................41
Connecting to Networks and Devices..................42
Connecting to Mobile Networks........................................42
Connecting to Wi-Fi®.......................................................43
Connecting to Bluetooth®Devices....................................47
Connecting to Your Computer via USB.............................49
Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection..............................52
Connecting to Virtual Private Networks ............................53
Phone Calls ............................................................56
Placing and Ending Calls.................................................56
Answering or Rejecting Calls ...........................................57
Working With the Call Log................................................58
Calling Your Contacts ......................................................59
Checking Voicemail .........................................................59
Using Options During a Call.............................................60
Managing Multi-party Calls...............................................60
Adjusting Your Call Settings.............................................62

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Contacts .................................................................66
Checking Contact Details.................................................66
Adding a New Contact......................................................66
Setting Up Your Own Profile.............................................67
Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts......................67
Working With Favorite Contacts .......................................69
Working With Groups.......................................................69
Searching for a Contact....................................................71
Editing Contacts...............................................................72
Accounts ................................................................75
Adding or Removing Accounts..........................................75
ConfiguringAccount Sync ................................................76
Email.......................................................................78
Setting Up the First EmailAccount ...................................78
Checking Your Emails ......................................................78
Responding to an Email...................................................79
Writing and Sending an Email ..........................................80
Adding and Editing Email Accounts..................................81
Changing General Email Settings.....................................82
Messaging..............................................................83
Opening the Messaging Screen .......................................83
Sending a Message .........................................................83
Replying to a Message.....................................................84
Forwarding a Message.....................................................85

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Changing Messaging Settings..........................................85
Calendar .................................................................86
Viewing Your Calendars and Events.................................86
Creating an Event............................................................87
Editing, Deleting or Sharing an Event...............................88
Changing Calendar Settings ............................................88
Browser ..................................................................89
Opening the Browser.......................................................89
Downloading Files ...........................................................90
Changing Browser Settings..............................................90
Camera....................................................................91
Capturing a Photo............................................................91
Recording a Video...........................................................92
Customizing Camera/Camcorder Settings........................93
Gallery.....................................................................95
Opening Gallery...............................................................95
Working With Albums.......................................................95
Working With Pictures......................................................96
Retouching Your Pictures.................................................97
Playing Videos.................................................................98
Music.......................................................................99
Copying Music Files to Your Phone..................................99
Viewing Your Music Library............................................100

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Setting a Song as the Default Ringtone..........................100
Playing Music.................................................................101
Managing Playlists.........................................................103
Video Player .........................................................104
Opening the Video Library..............................................104
Playing and Controlling Videos.......................................104
Managing Video Files.....................................................105
More Apps............................................................107
Clock .............................................................................107
Calculator ......................................................................108
Downloads.....................................................................108
File Manager..................................................................108
Sound Recorder.............................................................109
GoogleApps..................................................................110
Settings ................................................................112
Wireless and Networks...................................................112
Personal ........................................................................114
Device ...........................................................................118
Accounts........................................................................121
System...........................................................................121
Upgrading the Phone Software ..........................123
Troubleshooting...................................................124
For Your Safety ....................................................128

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General Safety...............................................................128
FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR).............................129
FCC Regulations...........................................................131
HearingAid Compatibility (HAC) regulations for Mobile
Phones..........................................................................132
Distraction.....................................................................134
Product Handling...........................................................134
Electrical Safety.............................................................138
CTIA Requirements .......................................................139
Radio Frequency Interference........................................141
Explosive Environments.................................................142

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Getting Started
Getting to Know Your Phone
Proximity & light
sensor
Power key
Front camera
Volume key
Recent apps key
Indicator light
Earpiece
Back key
Home key
Touch screen

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Knowing the Keys
Key
Function
Power key
Press and hold to turn on or off airplane mode,
restart, or to power off.
Press to turn off or on the screen display.
Home key
Touch to return to the home screen from any
application or screen.
Touch and hold to use Google search.
Headset jack
Back camera
Charging/
micro-USB jack
Flash
Speaker

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Key
Function
Recent apps key
Touch to see recently used apps.
Back key
Touch to go to the previous screen.
Volume Key
Press or hold either end to turn the volume up or down.
NOTE:
The positions of the Back key and the Recent apps key are
interchangeable through Settings > Navigation key.
Installing the micro-SIM Card
Switch off your phone before installing the micro-SIM card.
1. Insert your fingernail into the slot at the bottom left of the back
cover and lift it up gently.
2. Hold the micro-SIM card with the cut corner oriented as
shown and slip them into the card holder.

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WARNING!
To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any other kind of
SIM card, or any non-standard micro-SIM card cut from a SIM
card. You can get a standard micro-SIM card from your
service provider.
3. Align the back cover with the back of the phone and press the
cover back into place. Ensure that all the tabs are secure and
there are no gaps around the cover.
Installing the microSDHC™ Card
The microSDHC card can be installed and removed while the
phone is turned on. Unmount the microSDHC card before
removing it.
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Hold your microSDHC card with the metal contacts facing
down and slide it in.

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NOTE:
Some applications may require a microSDHC card to store
certain data on it and to work properly. Therefore, it is
recommended that you keep a microSDHC card installed and
not remove or replace it unnecessarily.
3. Replace the back cover.
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.
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 on the lock screen. See Locking/Unlocking the
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WARNING!
Use only ZTE-approved chargers and cables. The use of
unapproved accessories could damage your phone or cause the
battery to explode.
CAUTION:
Do not change the built-in rechargeable battery in your phone by
yourself. The battery can only be changed by ZTE or ZTE
authorized service provider.
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 power 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.

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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
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:
Reduce the screen backlight time.
Lower the screen brightness.
Turn auto-sync, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 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; each query drains your battery.
Powering On/Off
Press and hold the Power key to turn on your phone.
To power off, press and hold the Power key to open the
options menu. Touch Power off > OK.
NOTE:
If the phone freezes or takes too long to respond, you can press
and hold the Power key for about 10 seconds to restart your
phone.

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Setting Up for the First Time
When you first power on your phone 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. Then follow the
prompts to set up Wi-Fi, Google account, Google location and
other options.
Locking/Unlocking the Screen and
Keys
Your phone allows you to quickly lock the screen and keys (put
the phone into sleep mode) when not in use and to turn the
screen back on and unlock it when you need it.
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 some time of inactivity. 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. Press and hold the screen.
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Touch the Google search icon at the bottom left and swipe
right to open the Google search app.
- or -
Touch the Camera icon at the bottom right and swipe left to
open the Camera app.
NOTE:
If you have set an unlock pattern, PIN or password for your
phone (see 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
onscreen items such as application and settings icons, or
press onscreen buttons, simply touch them with your finger.
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.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure

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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 shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.