PC Software Requirements JoinME PC supports Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and XP. JoinME MAC supports MAC OS 0.5 and above. ZTE cannot guarantee that any third party hardware or software is compatible with this product. Warnings and Safety Notices Please read all the safety notices before using this device. Do not use the phone near fuel or chemicals or in any prescribed area such as service stations and refineries.
Contents Welcome ................................9 Handset Overview ................................0 Keypad Functions ................................ Information Bar Icons .............................. Menu Quick Reference Guide ............................4 How to use this manual ..............................6 Getting Started ............................. 17 How do I insert the (U)SIM Card? ..........................7 How do I insert the battery?............................8 How do I switch the phone On or Off? ........................9 How do I connect the charger? ...........................9 Tips about charging and battery life .........................0...
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How to set a dedicated ringtone or image to a Contact ...................4 How to set Speed Dial numbers ..........................5 How to make a call using Speed Dial ........................5 How to update an existing Contact...........................5 4.10 Advanced Contact Options ............................6 4.11 How to insert a Pause or a Wait in the dialled number ..................6 Calls ................................
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Messages and Emails ............................ 35 How to send a Text Message (SMS) ...........................5 How to view a received Text Message (SMS)......................5 How to use Predictive Text ............................6 How to add words to the built in Dictionary (My Words) ..................7 Special Characters and SMS Message Length .......................7 How to send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ......................8 How to receive a Multimedia Message (MMS) ......................8 MMS and SMS Advanced Settings ..........................8...
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7.13 What is the Handset Lock Code? ..........................45 File Manager ..............................46 File Manager ..................................46 Installing Additional Memory - microSD card .......................47 Alarms and Appointments ........................... 48 Set Alarms ...................................48 Set Appointments using the Calendar ........................49 10 Imaging - Pictures and Videos ........................50 10.1 How to use the Camera ..............................50 10.2...
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12.12 Connect to a Bluetooth Device ...........................67 12.13 Dial Up Networking using USB or Bluetooth ......................69 12.14 PC Connection ..................................7 12.15 Use the phone as a Mass Storage Device with a microSD Card ..............7 13 Other Facilities .............................. 72 13.1 Browser ....................................7 13.2 Stopwatch ...................................7...
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RF Safety Information The handset has an internal antenna located at the top of the phone. For optimum performance with minimum power consumption do not cover the antenna area with your hand. Hold the handset between thumb and finger in the middle of the device. Covering the antenna affects call quality, may cause the handset to operate at higher power level than needed, and may shorten talk and idle time.
1 Welcome Congratulations on choosing the Telecom R0 handset. Please take a few minutes to read the user guide to help you get the most from your new mobile phone. Operation Quick Reference Handset overview, keypad and information bar Section – Welcome How to insert your SIM card and Battery Section –...
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Handset Overview Earpiece Display Left & Right Soft Keys C Key Performs the function shown Step back in menus. on the display Clear text. Call Key Power / End Key Dial a number, answer a Hold down to power On or Off. call, show Call History Press to End a call.
Keypad Functions Arrow Keys OK Key (Left, Right, Up, Down) Corresponding Functions Corresponding Functions | punctuation marks | voicemail Long press for keylock | abc | ABC Special characters in text modes | def | DEF Press twice for the international prefix + 4 | ghi | GHI Press three times for Pause - ‘P’...
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Information Bar Icons G Signal Strength Battery Level Indicator GSM Signal Strength Alarm is set Signal Strength of the EDGE Network Missed Call New SMS Message Missed Video Call Message Memory is Full Bluetooth ON New MMS Message Silent Mode Vibrate mode enabled New E-mail Call Forward is Active...
How to use this manual The following instructional format is used in the manual: Instruction Description Press the Left Arrow Press the left directional key on the four way navigation controller Press OK Press the OK key in the centre of the four way navigation controller Press the Right Soft Key Press the right key just below the display...
2 Getting Started How do I insert the (U)SIM Card? The (U)SIM card (UMTS Subscriber Interface Module) is the small plastic smart-card with gold contacts. It holds account and contact information and can be used to store text messages. It can be moved between different phones if required.
How do I insert the battery? Use the thumb catch at the top of the handset to open the battery cover. Insert the battery as shown with the contacts located against the gold springs. Press the battery down flush into the case Line the battery cover up correctly and press gently to close the case.
How do I switch the phone On or Off? Press and hold the red key for two seconds to switch the phone ON or OFF. Enter (U)SIM PIN code – supplied with your (U)SIM card. The start up screen below is referred to throughout the manual as the Idle Screen: The Information bar The Idle Screen:...
Tips about charging and battery life • Only use the AC charger and USB lead supplied. • Insert the charger lead carefully with the plug and socket aligned correctly. • Normal charge time is 3-4 hours. Do not leave on charge for more than 4hrs. • When not using the phone for long periods remove the battery.
3 Basic Operation How to make a voice call • Enter the number on the keypad and press the green key to make the call. • Press OK to activate Speaker (Handsfree) mode • Press the red key to end the call. How to answer an incoming call • Press the green or OK to answer the call, OK to activate Speaker (Handsfree) mode.
How to navigate the Menu The Main Menu is a grid of icons that are used to access key features on the phone. From the Idle Screen press OK to access the Main Menu. Use the Arrow Keys to move the cursor or press the corresponding number key as shown on the grid below.
4 Contacts How do I enter my Contacts? • From the Idle Screen enter the phone number on the keypad, press the Left Soft Key to Save. • Press OK to create a New Contact or press the Down Arrow to Update existing contact • Using the keypad, enter a Name for the new Contact or modify an existing contact • Press OK to Save.
How to add a Contact from a received call After receiving a call you can add the caller’s number to the Contacts list: • Press the green key to display the All Calls list • The last call received is at the top of the list or select your chosen number to save • Press the Right Soft Key to Save • Enter the contact details and press OK to Save.
How to set Speed Dial numbers Having Speed Dials set makes it quicker to call selected contacts. Menu > Contacts > Select the Contact > Options > Scroll down > Speed Dial • Select the next available number • Speed dials 1, is preset for Voicemail and cannot be changed • Press the OK Key to Setup the speed dial or press the Right Soft Key to cancel • Press the red key to exit when finished.
4.10 Advanced Contact Options Menu > Contacts > Options Call Make a Voice Call or Video Call to the selected contact New contact Create a new contact Edit contact Edit the selected contact Delete Delete contact, Delete all (Phone), Delete all (U)SIM, Delete all (Both) Copy Copy to phone or (U)SIM card, Copy all Send Bus.
5 Calls How to make a Voice Call • Enter the number on the keypad and press the green key to make a voice call. • Press OK to activate Speaker (Handsfree) mode • Press the red key to end the call. How to make a Voice Call from my Contacts • Press the Left Soft Key for the Contacts menu...
Call options during an active Voice Call Press the Left Soft Key for Options during a voice call. Use the End key to return to the call menu Hold: Puts the current call on hold End call: End the call Record: Record the incoming audio.
How to answer a Call When you receive an incoming call the phone rings and vibrates depending on the current profile set- ting. An incoming call notification is displayed on the screen to answer or OK to activate Speaker (Handsfree) mode • Press the green key • Press the red key to Reject the call...
Call options during an active Video Call Press the Left Soft Key for the following Options during a video call: Hold/Retrieve Send a still picture instead of your own image and the voice is muted Start recording video Record video from the other party (i.e. received video stream) Block/Send my picture Block / Send your own image to the other party Zoom...
5.11 How to make Emergency Calls To make an emergency call during normal use Ensure that the handset is switched on and in service. • repeatedly to return to the Idle Screen. • Press the red key • Enter the emergency number for the present location using the keypad, (eg ). •...
Advanced Call Settings 5.12 Videophone Settings Menu > Settings > arrow right to Call > Videophone setting 5.13 Call Divert Menu > Settings > arrow right to Call > Call divert This service enables incoming calls to be diverted to another number. Choose the Call divert function required from the menu list.
5.15 Call Barring Menu > Settings > arrow right to Call > Call barring Call barring is a network feature. Contact your Service Provider to obtain your barring Password and en- able this feature if required. All Outgoing Calls cannot be made. International Outgoing International calls cannot be made.
5.18 Missed Calls Alert Menu > Settings > tab right to Handset > Missed calls alert After missing a call, the missed call icon is displayed on the information bar. Press the OK key to view the missed call details and to clear the icon. When the Missed call alert is enabled the reminder tone will sound at your specified interval until the on screen message is acknowledged.
6 Messages and Emails How to send a Text Message (SMS) Press the Left Arrow Key as a shortcut to Messages or Menu > Messages > New message > Text message • Press the OK Key to Add a Contact or enter the number manually. • Scroll to the chosen contact and press OK twice (once to select and once to confirm) • Press the Down Arrow to move into the text field • The default text mode is abc indicated by abc in the top right corner of the display...
How to use Predictive Text Predictive text allows words to be entered more efficiently using a single keypress for each letter, as op- posed to multiple keypresses in multi-tap text mode. Compare how to write the word ‘the’: Traditional multi-tap text mode (ABC, abc) Predictive Text Mode (En) Press 8 (tuv) once to select ‘t’...
How to add words to the built in Dictionary (My Words) • From predictive text mode enter words directly by choosing Spell Word? • From the text entry screen press the Options key and select My Words • The first time you use My Words press OK to Add a new word • Type the new word using the ABC, abc or 123 modes then press OK to Save it • In My Words you can press the Options key to Edit, Delete or Delete all words.
How to send a Multimedia Message (MMS) Use a Multimedia Message to send pictures, music or video files. You can also send an MMS directly to an Email address. Menu > Messages > New message > Multimedia message • Enter the phone number, email or press OK for Contacts • Press the down arrow to enter the subject field (if required) • Press the down arrow...
WAP Push Message Menu > Messages > Settings > MMS Settings > PUSH Message – Accept or Reject A WAP push message is a formatted SMS that displays a message to the user, giving the option of con- necting directly to a website using the browser. • WAP Push Messages are indicated by the icon on the information bar • Use the Browser to view Push Messages.
6.11 How to receive an Email Configure the Email Client with your personal settings to enable Emails. Menu > Messages > arrow right to Email > Settings > Mailbox Settings > Edit • The default Email client is configured for your service provider • Add your username, password and My Email address • The username should be the full address: username@domain.com • It is possible to Add other providers under Mailbox Settings...
7 How to Personalise the Phone There are many ways to customise the handset such as changing profiles, wallpapers, ringtones, and set- ting up shortcuts. Change the Profiles A profile describes how the handset behaves during an incoming call. Eg. If you are in a theatre or library you can select the Silent profile.
Set your own Shortcut Keys (Arrow keys) The four arrow keys ( ) can be customised to launch your preferred features quickly from the idle screen. Menu > Settings > arrow right to Handset > Shortcut keys > OK • Set each key in turn to the preferred setting • Scroll to the chosen feature and press OK to assign the shortcut key.
Change the default Ringtone or Message Tone Menu > Settings > arrow right t o Profiles > Select the Profile you wish to modify > Edit • Press OK to Modify the Voicecall ringtone, Videocall ringtone or Message tone • Browse to Audios, Ring to see the available built in tones. • See Connectivity to import your own music files.
Change the Backlight timers Menu > Settings > Backlight timers • Fulllight duration: The main display is lit for the duration specified after the last key press • Halflight duration: the display is lit at reduced brightness for the specified time Change the Display Brightness Menu >...
7.12 What is the PIN Code? Menu > Settings > arrow right to Security > Activate security codes > PIN code • The PIN code is stored on the (U)SIM card and protects your account against unwanted use • Select On or Off and enter the PIN number to confirm. The original PIN number is provided by your service provider but can be changed if required • To change the PIN Code select Change security codes >...
8 File Manager File Manager Menu > File Manager File Manager is a storage area for Photos, Audios, and Videos. It is separated into four folders, Photos, Audios, Videos and Others as shown: Folder Contents Description Photos Background screens for the handset Wallpapers Default directory for handset pictures My Pictures...
Installing Additional Memory - microSD card Handset memory can be increased by inserting a micro SD (HC) card up to 8GB. micro SD cards up to GB are supported (FAT 6 format). micro SD HC (high capacity) cards up to 8GB are supported (FAT format). • Open the memory expansion port on the left side of the handset • Insert the memory card with the gold contacts facing the top of the handset.
9 Alarms and Appointments Set Alarms Menu > Tools > Alarm > Add (or View an existing Alarm) Configure the alarm as required using the Alarm Setup Screen: • Daily Alarm goes off every day • Workday Alarm goes off Mon – Fri only (Rest days can be set under Options) • Weekly Alarm goes off at the same time each week • Once Alarm only goes off once • Snooze can be set to be Off, 5, 0, 5 or 0 minute intervals...
Set Appointments using the Calendar Menu > Tools > Calendar > Add • Add a Appointment, Memo or Reminder. The memo function does not include an alarm • Use the Appointment to set repeat events such as Weekly Meetings and Anniversaries • Follow the prompts on screen to configure the event, see the examples in the table below • Events are shown by a highlighted box on the event day • Use Options to see the Month view and to change default behaviour under Settings...
10 Imaging - Pictures and Videos 10.1 How to use the Camera Menu > Multimedia > Camera From Still mode press to change to Video mode as shown by the icon in the top right hand corner. Press OK or the Camera key to Capture. • Use the Up and Down arrows to control the zoom • Press the Options button to: Change the Photo size*...
10.2 How to use the Video Camera Menu > Multimedia > Video Camera From Video mode press the to change to Still mode as shown by the icon in the top right hand corner. Press OK or the Camera key to Record. • Use the Up and Down arrows to control the zoom • Press the Options button to change the following: Video size, default is 8 min.
10.3 Viewing pictures and videos 1. View the file directly from File Manager Menu > File Manager > Photos > My Pictures or Menu > File Manager > Videos > My Videos Scroll down the list to your chosen picture or video, Press Open to view the picture or video. 2.
11 Music To import music files onto the handset see the following sections: • Import music files from your computer using JoinME (See Connectivity) • Import music files from your computer or other device using Bluetooth (See Connectivity) • Import music files from a computer using Mass Storage mode (See Connectivity) 11.1 Browse and play music files from File Manager Menu >...
11.3 Create a new Playlist Method 1: Create a Playlist from File Manager Menu > File Manager > Audios > My Audios • Scroll through the files and Mark file(s) or press Options > Mark all files • Press Options > Add to playlist > OK (for existing Playlist) or New, OK (for new playlist) • The selected song or songs will be added to an existing or new playlist • Menu >...
12 Connectivity 12.1 Use JoinME to Connect your phone to a computer JoinME is a computer program to connect your phone to a computer. Once installed JoinME is used to manage contacts, messages and calendar functions. It is also used to connect to the internet and transfer music / picture files.
12.2 Install JoinME Please install the JoinME CD before connecting the phone to the computer. • Insert the CD provided into the computer • The CD auto-starts after a few seconds • If auto run does not start then run Setup.exe from the CD to launch the installation shield • Please follow the prompts to install the software • When the installation is complete plug the handset into the computer using the USB lead supplied • The USB lead is unique and should not be used for other devices (It is not the same as digital camera...
12.3 Use JoinME to copy photos to your computer Transfer photos from the handset to your computer using JoinME: • Make sure the phone is switched on and connected to the computer and JoinME has been in- stalled. • The PC Connection on the handset needs to be set to USB Menu >...
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Copy files (eg Photos) from phone to computer using JoinME 1. Select the Media button 2. Select My Pictures folder on My Phone 3. Drag the picture from My Pictures to a folder on the PC 4. Alternatively right click on the file and use Copy and Paste from the menu Files can only be copied into Folders Notes on transferring files...
12.4 Use JoinME to transfer music from a computer • Check that PC Connection on the handset is set to USB Menu > Settings > arrow right to Handset > PC Connection > USB • With the handset on and JoinME installed. • Double click the JoinME icon on the desktop.
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Copy files(eg Music) from Computer to handset using JoinME Select the Media button Use drag and drop to copy the selected file from the computer to the My Audios folder on the handset. Alternatively select the file, right click to Copy the file, select the destination folder (on the handset) and choose Paste.
12.5 Enter Contacts using JoinME Use JoinME to enter new contacts into the phone. The save location ‘Local’ refers to the computer. Remember to change this if you want to save con- tacts directly to the handset or use the copy function to copy contacts from Local to Phone. There is less storage available on the USIM card so some of the fields are greyed out.
12.6 Copy Contacts from the phone (create a local backup) . ‘Select all’ by checking the box at the top of the list . Drag and drop the complete list to local. This will copy all the USIM con- tacts to the PC (Local) You can also select an individual contact to copy it in either direc- tion.
12.7 Import Contacts from Microsoft Outlook • Launch Microsoft Outlook, have JoinME running and the handset connected. • Select the Phonebook tab in JoinME, see image in section .6 • Click the ‘sync’ button in the top right hand corner of the JoinME window • Select Import Contacts From Outlook.
12.8 Export Contacts to Microsoft Outlook • Launch Microsoft Outlook, have JoinME running and the handset connected. • Select the Phonebook tab in JoinME, see image in section .6 • Tick the phone number(s) you want to export. • Click the ‘sync’ button in the top right hand corner of the JoinME window • Select Export Contacts to Outlook • The contact details will be mapped to the Outlook fields as shown.
12.9 Use JoinME to send an SMS • Select the Message tab • Click the New button to draft an SMS • The new message window appears • Click the magnifying glass to select a contact from Local, Phone or (U)SIM card • Tick the box to select the Contact, press the right arrow to choose.
12.11 Use JoinME to connect to the Internet You can use the phone as a modem to connect a computer to the internet. • Make sure the phone is switched on and connected to the computer and JoinME has been in- stalled.
12.12 Connect to a Bluetooth Device Bluetooth is used as a wireless connection for headsets, hands free car kits and computers. Not all applica- tions or devices are supported. Bluetooth is an open forum and manufacturers choose which functions to implement.
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Send files from the handset to another device Menu > File Manager • Browse through the folders to the chosen file • Press the Left Soft Key for Options • Choose Send then select Via Bluetooth and press the OK Key • If no devices are shown press Search • Select the required device to send the file to • Enter a pass code and use the same pass code on the other device (eg 0000).
• When the devices are paired the handset reports the device has been added • In My devices go to the new device and press OK to Connect • The devices are now Connected • When connected, incoming calls are sent to the Bluetooth device automatically. Press the call button to answer.
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‘Add a shortcut to this connection to my Desktop’ can be checked (optional) > Finish Press Dial to test the connection The PC opens an internet connection using the handset as a high speed modem b) Dial Up Networking over Bluetooth Bluetooth can be considered as a wireless replacement for the USB connection and is compatible with any DUN enabled Bluetooth device.
12.14 PC Connection Menu > Settings > Handset > PC Connection > Bluetooth PC Connection specifies how the handset transfers data to a computer. It can be set to be via Bluetooth or via the USB cable. JoinME transfers data via the USB connector, setting up a wireless data session over Bluetooth requires the PC Connection to be set to Bluetooth.
13 Other Facilities 13.1 Browser Menu > Browser Home The home page is set by your Service Provider New Link Enter a web address manually using the keypad Bookmarks Link to a previously saved page History Display pages visited Saved Page View a local copy of a previously saved page Settings Display browser settings (see below)
13.2 Stopwatch Menu > Tools > Stopwatch Press OK to Start timing. • • Press OK to Stop timing. The screen displays the event time. • Press OK to continue timing. • Press Right Soft Key to reset. 13.3 World Time Menu >...
13.5 Currency Conversion Menu > Tools > Currency Conversion • Convert currencies quickly and easily • The exchange rate stays set after you close the function • Use the arrows to highlight the required field • Press Point to use a decimal point • The result is displayed in local or foreign currency automatically 13.6 Voice Recorder...
13.8 Streaming URL Menu > Multimedia > Streaming URL Streaming URL are links to audio or video streaming content over the internet. The content is only avail- able while connected to the server and depends on your network provider. 13.9 Connections Menu >...
13.12 Keylock Menu > Settings > arrow right to Handset > Keylock Auto keylock can be set to automatically lock the keypad after a predetermined time. Set your desired followed by the Right Soft Key to lock or unlock the keypad. time from the available choices.
13.14 Games & Apps Menu > Games & Apps • Built in applications are provided by your Service Provider • Download the latest games from your service provider or other specialist websites • The handset supports Java Midlet .0 • Use JoinME to copy other games from your computer (see Connectivity) • Games and applications are saved into the Others folder • Select Open to install the game.
14 Troubleshooting, Technical and Warranty Information 14.1 Troubleshooting and FAQ’s Please check the manual thoroughly before contacting your service provider Symptom Solution No incoming ring Check the ring tone and ring volume settings under Profiles or alarm tone Check the handset is not muted (Long press the # key) (No) keytones when press- Check the key tone settings in the current profile.
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Symptom Resolution I cannot connect to Check: Menu > Settings > Handset > PC Connection > USB JoinME Uninstall and re-install the CD software See FAQ’s at http://www.zte.co.nz/ for more assistance My phone is slow to re- Restart your phone every day to refresh the memory spond, handset storage Delete or archive old SMS messages and other content problems...
Symptom Resolution The handset switches on An alarm or calendar event switches the handset on automatically. automatically Turn Bluetooth on. Set visibility to Show. Possible compatibility issues. My phone is not able to Manufacturers incorporate different Bluetooth profiles. Not all func- connect to other Bluetooth tionality is supported.
14.4 Support Information • For Warranty Service directions please consult the ZTE website at http://www.zte.co.nz • All calls for PIN number enquiries, Network problems, Web Access, Account and Billing Information, (U)SIM card registration and other general enquiries should be directed to your Service Provider. 14.5 Warranty Information The warranty does not apply to defects or errors in the product caused by:...
Safety and General Information The handset contains delicate electronic circuitry, magnets and battery systems. You should treat it with care and pay attention to the following points: • Handle the handset with care. Do not drop or devices, such as hearing aids and pacemakers, throw the handset.
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• Only use original replacement batteries. • At high volume, prolonged listening to audio • Do not attempt to dismantle the handset or devices can cause hearing loss. any of its accessories. • Do not leave the handset discharged or discon- • Do not place the handset close to the edge of nected for a long time, otherwise your personal a table in case it moves when set on vibrate...
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Index CTM Mode Dial Up Networking Access Point Settings Display Brightness Alarms Answer a Call 21, 29 Download Location DTMF Any key to answer Email Appointments Background Screen Emergency Calls Backlight Timers Error messages FAQ’s Backlighting File Manager Battery 18, 20 Bluetooth 34, 67, 68 FM Radio...
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Microsoft Outlook Set the Time Missed Calls Shortcuts 22, 42 MMS - Multimedia Message Silent Mode MP3 Player SIM card Music Player Slide Show My Words Dictionary 36, 37 Network Settings SMS Message Length PC Connection Snooze PIN Codes Speakerphone Playlist Speed Dial Predictive Text...