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  • Page 1 ZTE F256 HSDPA Dual band 3G Mobile Phone User Manual...
  • Page 2 Limitation of Liability ZTE shall not be liable for any loss of profits or indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from or arising out of or in connection with using this product, whether or not ZTE had been advised, knew or should have known the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents RF Safety Information....................5 General Safety Information ................... 6 Support Information ...................... 8 Key Layout........................9 Getting Started....................12 Install the USIM Card ..................12 Insert the Battery....................13 Switch the Phone on and Connect the Charger..........14 Charging and Battery life ..................15 Network Locking....................16 Basic Navigation ....................17 Enter your Contacts..................19...
  • Page 4 1.21 Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ..............42 1.22 Browse the Internet using Telstra My Place............43 1.23 Download Music, Pictures, Ringtones and Games........... 44 1.24 Use your Phone as a Music Player (MP3 Player)..........45 Advanced Operation ...................47 Use Join Me to Connect your Phone to your PC ..........47 Installing Join Me .....................

  • Page 5: Rf Safety Information

    RF Safety Information The handset has an internal antenna located under the bottom of the keypad. For optimum performance with minimum power consumption do not cover the antenna area with your hand. Hold the handset between thumb and finger on the main hinge section. Covering the antenna affects call quality, may cause the handset to operate at higher power level than needed, and may shorten talk and idle times.

  • Page 6: General Safety Information

    General Safety 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 thoroughly with water and consult a drop or throw the handset down roughly.
  • Page 7 • Do not disassemble or modify the battery. of a bag where it may be damaged by • Stop using the battery if abnormal heat, sharp objects. • Do not leave the handset discharged or odour, discolouration, deformation, or abnormal condition is detected during use, disconnected for a long time, otherwise charge, or storage.

  • Page 8: Support Information

    Water or any other liquid damage Any unauthorized repair or modification Power surges, lightning damage, fire, flood or other events outside ZTE’s reasonable control Use of the product with any unauthorized third party products such as generic chargers Any other cause beyond the range of normal usage for products.

  • Page 9: Key Layout

    Key Layout Earpiece Arrow Keys Camera (Left/Right/Up/Down/OK) Left Select Key Right Select Key Back key Clear key Call key End / Exit key Foxtel Key Video call key Telstra Services Key Microphone Long press the # Key to activate Silent mode with vibrate...
  • Page 10 TFlash card port Charger/USB port and Headset jack Volume keys Camera key Audio play key Right view Left view Notes • The handset is available in various colours. For illustration purposes only the above images are shown in black. • There is no keylock available. This is common to Clam Shell designs because the keys are protected by closing the flip.
  • Page 11 Display Icons Signal Strength GPRS Battery Level Indicator Network Signal Strength of the 3G Network Missed Call New SMS Message Missed Video Call New Multimedia Message Call Forward is Active New E-mail Silent Mode New Wap Push Message Vibrate mode enabled Message Memory is Full Headset Mode Multimedia Message Memory is Full...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started Install the USIM Card The USIM card (Universal Subscriber Interface Module) is the small plastic chip with gold contacts supplied by Telstra. This contains your phone number and acts as a store for your contacts. It can be moved between different phones if required. Insert this face down into the carrier inside the back panel of the phone.

  • Page 13: Insert The Battery

    Insert the Battery Insert the battery carefully with the contacts located against the gold springs. The battery will only fit one way. Close the case by locating the plastic cover into the grooves and sliding the cover up to close it. Do NOT force the cover down by pressing on it. This will damage the cover. Slide the cover up gently...

  • Page 14: Switch The Phone On And Connect The Charger

    Switch the Phone on and Connect the Charger Press and hold the key for two seconds to switch your phone on. The phone takes about 10 seconds to initialize. Enter the PIN number supplied by Telstra with your USIM card. The start up screen below is referred to throughout the manual as the Idle Screen : Charge your Phone Insert the charger lead carefully with the arrow on the top.

  • Page 15: Charging And Battery Life

    Charging and Battery life • Only use the charger supplied. • Normal charge time is 2-3 hours. • When not using the phone for a long period remove the battery and store it in a cool dry place. • Do not leave the phone connected to the charger for extended periods of time eg > 24 hrs.

  • Page 16: Network Locking

    Network Locking The handset is locked to use a valid USIM card provided by Telstra. If you wish to use your handset with any other service provider you need to contact Telstra for the unlocking code. • If you insert a non Telstra USIM card you will see the locked screen as below. •...

  • Page 17: Basic Navigation

    Basic Navigation From the Idle Screen press the OK Key to access the Main Menu: The icons are described at the bottom of the screen. Idle Screen Main Menu Arrow Keys Use the Arrow Keys for shortcuts to menus, to move around the Main Menu and to move the cursor Up (Shortcut to My Place) Left (Shortcut to E-Mail)
  • Page 18 Select Keys The two keys at the top of the keypad are called the Select Keys. The left and right Select Keys are used to choose the options from the bottom of the screen. In the above example the Left Select Key opens Foxtel and the Right Select Key launches BigPond.

  • Page 19: Enter Your Contacts

    Enter your Contacts There are several methods available to enter contacts into your phone. The Getting Started Section deals with adding your contacts manually and copying contacts from a previous SIM card. See the Advanced Section for adding contacts from your PC and importing contacts from Microsoft Outlook.
  • Page 20 Add a contact from a received call number If someone calls you and you wish to save their number as a new contact, perform the following: • Press the key to bring up your Call List. • The last call received will be at the top of the list. •...

  • Page 21: Edit Your Contacts To Change Ringtones And Groups

    Edit your Contacts to Change Ringtones and Groups Once you have added some contacts you can edit them to change the Group and to set a personalised Ring Tone. • Contacts are normally stored in the default Group, Unclassified. • You can move your contacts into other Groups: Mates, Family, Friends, Work, and VIP. •...

  • Page 22: Set Speed Dials

    Set Speed Dials Once you have entered some contacts you can assign speed dial keys to your chosen contacts: • Press Down Arrow Key to enter the Contacts menu. • Use the Arrow Keys to scroll to the contact you wish to assign a Speed Dial Number. •...

  • Page 23: Make A Call

    1.10 Make a Call Dial the number manually • If required press the * key twice for the International Prefix ‘+’. • Enter the number on the keypad and press the key to make the call. • When the call is connected you can press the OK Key for Handsfree mode. •...
  • Page 24 Choose a number from your call list (incoming, outgoing and missed calls) • Press the key to bring up your call list. • Use the Up and Down Arrow Keys to scroll to the desired number (last number redial select the top number). •...

  • Page 25: Send An Sms (Text Message)

    1.11 Send an SMS (Text Message) From the Idle Screen press the Right Arrow Key to open the Messages Menu: • Press the OK Key to select New Message. Press the OK Key to select Text Message. • Press the OK Key to select from your Contacts list or enter your number manually •...

  • Page 26: Emergency Calls

    1.12 Emergency Calls To make an emergency call during normal use 1 Ensure that your handset is switched on and in service. 2 Press the key repeatedly to clear the display and return to the Idle Screen. 3 Enter the emergency number for your present location using the keypad, (eg 000) 4 Press key to call the number.

  • Page 27: Notes On Text Modes, Predictive Text And Special Characters

    1.13 Notes on Text modes, Predictive Text and Special Characters • Your current text mode is indicated by En, 123, ABC or abc displayed directly beneath the battery symbol. • Use the # key to switch between different text modes En (predictive text), 123, ABC and abc.
  • Page 28 • If your word is not available then enter it manually using abc mode as above. Unicode Characters and SMS Message Length The underlined characters in the above chart are Unicode Characters. This means that they are not part of the standard SMS character set and they require 2 SMS characters to transmit them.

  • Page 29: Personalise Your Phone

    1.14 Personalise your Phone There are many ways to change the look and feel of your handset such as changing the background screen (wallpaper), choosing your own ring tone and changing the shortcut keys. Advanced options such as downloading your own music and picture files are dealt with in the Advanced section of the manual and generally require a PC.
  • Page 30 Change your Ringtone • From the Idle Screen press the OK Key for the Main Menu. • Press the Down Arrow then the Left Arrow for Settings, press OK. • Press the Right Arrow key twice to get to Profiles. •...
  • Page 31 Switch the Key Tones off • From the Idle Screen press the OK Key for the Main Menu. • Press the Down Arrow then the Left Arrow for Settings, press OK. • Press the Right Arrow key twice to get to Profiles. •...
  • Page 32 Set the Owner name The owner name is displayed on the Idle Screen. • From the Idle Screen press the OK Key for the Main Menu. • Press the Down Arrow then the Left Arrow for Settings, press OK. • Go to 4) for Owner Name. •...
  • Page 33 Customise the Shortcut Keys From the Idle Screen you can press the Arrow Keys to access various menus. It is possible to change the shortcut keys to your own preference. The default options are shown below. Up (Shortcut to My Place) Left (Shortcut to E-Mail) Right (Shortcut to SMS Messages) Down (shortcut to Contacts)

  • Page 34: Using File Manager

    1.15 Using File Manager All user files and downloaded content are stored in the File Manager section of the handset. This contains Pictures,, Wallpapers (background screens), Audio Files, Ringtones, Videos, Voice and Video recordings and Others containing all your downloaded internet files. You can also access and register any external memory (T Flash) via the File Manager application.

  • Page 35: Make A Video Call

    1.16 Make a Video Call • You need good quality 3G coverage to make and receive video calls. • Enter the phone number using the keypad or from your Contacts list. • Press to make a video call. • Press to end the call.

  • Page 36: Receive A Video Call

    1.17 Receive a Video Call You will only be able to receive a video call when you have good 3G coverage with at least 3 signal bars. If you are browsing or playing video or audio files then the browser or media player will be suspended in the background while you answer the video call.

  • Page 37: Set Alarms And Appointments

    1.18 Set Alarms and Appointments Set Alarms From the main menu select Tools then press the Right Arrow Key for the Alarm menu. Press Add to create a new alarm • In the Alarm Setup screen configure your alarm as required •...
  • Page 38 Set Appointments through the Calendar If you use the Calendar function frequently we advise you to configure your short cut keys to enable quick access to the Calendar. See the Section 1.13 to change your shortcut keys. Otherwise you need to access the Calendar through the Tools, Time menu. If the Alarm time has passed or is before the event time you will not be able to save the appointment.

  • Page 39: Send An E-Mail

    1.19 Send an E-mail • From the Idle Screen press the Left Arrow Key to get to the E-Mail menu. • Press Select to create a new E-mail. • Enter the sender address e.g. username@domain.com • Press the down arrow to access the Copy To Field. •...

  • Page 40: Take Pictures And Videos

    1.20 Take Pictures and Videos Your phone has a camera which can take still and video pictures. The camera is in the hinge just below the screen. Take Still Pictures • Press and hold the camera button on the right hand side of the phone to activate the camera •...
  • Page 41 Make Videos From the Main Menu go down to Multimedia and press OK to select. • Go down to option 2) for Video Camera. Press OK to Record your video. • Press Options to change any of the following settings: The default length of the video is only 15 seconds.

  • Page 42: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)

    1.21 Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you send a Multimedia Message you can attach a picture, music or video file. • From the Idle Screen press the Right Arrow Key to access the messages menu. • Press OK to create a new message. •...

  • Page 43: Browse The Internet Using Telstra My Place

    1.22 Browse the Internet using Telstra My Place The internet enables you to search and find useful and fun information and to enhance your phone by downloading ringtones, pictures, movie clips, videos and games. Press the Telstra Key or press the OK key twice to access the My Place menu. See your Telstra Next G Guide and the advanced section for more details.

  • Page 44: Download Music, Pictures, Ringtones And Games

    1.23 Download Music, Pictures, Ringtones and Games There are various ways to enhance your phone by downloading content from the internet. The Bigpond Downloads section is free to look at so you can easily see what is on offer. The downloads are regularly updated by Telstra.

  • Page 45: Use Your Phone As A Music Player (Mp3 Player)

    1.24 Use your Phone as a Music Player (MP3 Player) Once you have downloaded music or imported it from your PC (see 2.4) you can play your own music on your phone. Method 1, Using the BigPond Music Player • From the Main Menu go to Games & Apps •...
  • Page 46 Method 3, Create a new Playlist and use the Side keys to operate your Music Player When you have some music files stored on your phone you can create a playlist to play your songs in the preferred order, this also enables you to use the side keys to access your music files.

  • Page 47: Advanced Operation

    • It is not compatible with Microsoft Vista, ME, 98 or 95 or with any MAC OS. Installation • Please follow the installation steps carefully. • If the installation fails please see the ReadMe file on the CD or consult our web site for more help. www.zte.com.au...

  • Page 48: Installing Join Me

    • When you plug in the handset the PC will automatically install the drivers. If this fails consult our website for more help or access Windows Device Manager to update the drivers. See www.zte.com.au for instructions. • If you have plugged your phone into your PC before installing the CD then the drivers will not be installed correctly.

  • Page 49: Use Join Me To Copy Your Pictures To Your Pc

    Use Join Me to Copy your Pictures to your PC If you have taken some photos on your phone you can transfer them onto your PC using Join Me: • Make sure your phone is switched on and connected to your PC, and Join Me has been installed.
  • Page 50 Open the Media Tab. Open the My Pictures folder on My Phone . Drag the picture from My Phone up to a folder on your PC.

  • Page 51: Use Join Me To Copy Music Files From Your Pc To Your Phone

    Use Join Me to Copy Music Files from your PC to your Phone If you have MP3 files on your PC you can transfer them onto your phone using Join Me. • Make sure your phone is switched on and connected to your PC, and Join Me has been installed.
  • Page 52 Copy your selected MP3 File from your PC to the My Audios folder on your handset.

  • Page 53: Enter Your Contacts Using Join Me

    Enter your Contacts using Join Me You can use Join Me to enter new contacts into your phone. On the Phonebook tab press New Contact. Enter the contact details then save them directly to your phone or save a local copy on your PC and copy them over later.
  • Page 54 Select All by checking this box. Drag drop complete list to Local...

  • Page 55: Import Your Contacts From Microsoft Outlook

    Import your Contacts from Microsoft Outlook • Launch Outlook and have Join Me running and connected your handset • Note At the end of the import process Outlook can shut down. Please save any information beforehand • On the Phonebook tab in Join Me right click and select Import From Microsoft Outlook •...

  • Page 56: Use Join Me To Connect Your Pc To The Internet

    Use Join Me to Connect your PC to the Internet You can use your mobile phone as a dial up modem to connect your PC to the internet. The latest HSDPA wireless network technology achieves broadband speeds. Please see Telstra for a list of applicable data charges.
  • Page 57 • On your mobile phone go to Settings, Handset, Modem Settings • In the box marked APN add Telstra.internet* as in the picture below. • Leave the user name and password fields blank • Now go back to Join Me, press the Connect button at the top of the screen to re-connect your phone •...

  • Page 58: Send A Fax From Your Pc

    Fax Console). • Step through the wizard adding your details and preferences. • In the drop down box “Please Select the Fax Device” choose “ZTE T1 USB Modem” . • Complete the wizard settings as per your own preferences. • To send a fax from Word choose the Print option and select Fax.

  • Page 59: Connect To A Bluetooth Device

    Connect to a Bluetooth Device Your mobile includes Bluetooth which can be used to connect your handset to wireless headsets and hands free car kits. You can also transfer files between your phone and other Bluetooth devices such as another phone or a laptop. Not all applications or devices can be supported as Bluetooth is an open forum and different manufacturers adopt different standards and implementation.
  • Page 60 Connect to a Bluetooth Mobile or Laptop Device • From the Main Menu select Multimedia, press OK,go to Bluetooth and press the OK Key • Press OK for the Bluetooth Manager then press the Left or Right Arrow Key to switch Bluetooth on •...
  • Page 61 connected. Use Bluetooth to Transfer Files to a PC or another mobile device • From the main menu go to Tools-- File Manager • Browse through the folders to your chosen file • Press the Left Select Key for Options. •...
  • Page 62 Connecting to a Bluetooth Car Kit or Personal Headset Please follow the manufacturers instructions carefully regarding getting your Bluetooth device into Pairing Mode. You cannot connect your phone to the far end device unless Pairing Mode is enabled. Usually the device will flash rapidly to indicate pairing mode. After finding the device you need to share a password and press Connect.

  • Page 63: Other Facilities

    2.10 Other Facilities Stopwatch The phone has a built in stopwatch accessible through the Tools menu. • Press OK Key to start timing. • Press OK Key to stop timing. The screen will show the event time. • Press OK Key to continue timing. •...
  • Page 64 World Time World Time is accessible on the Other tab under the Tools menu • The world time function provides time information on major cities worldwide. • You can scroll to the desired city by using the Left/Right key. • Press Setting, select your city and then press the OK Key to save the selected city as your home time zone.
  • Page 65 Java Games • You can download games from your service provider or other specialist portals. • Your handset supports Java Midlet 2.0 • You can also download files onto your PC and use Join Me to copy them over • Copy Games into the Other directory then select Open to install the game •...
  • Page 66 WAP Push Messages • WAP Push Messages are indicated by the Icon on the main display • Use the Browser to view your Push Messages • Push Messages are usually advertising or spam. • They cost money in data charges to retrieve the messages •...
  • Page 67 Slide Show • Access the Slide Show function from Multimedia, Favorites • Add pictures by pressing Add • Browse to My Pictures and Mark the pictures you want. • Press OK to finish and then press Save. • Use Options to Create new slide, Rename, Delete, Delete all, and View the image info Streaming URL Streaming URL are links to audio or video streaming content available through the browser.

  • Page 68: Advanced Message Settings

    2.11 Advanced Message Settings You can configure your mailbox, MMS and Email Settings. From the Main Menu go to Messages, Settings. Multimedia Message Settings • Retrieval Settings: Manual, Automatic or Manual when roaming • Delivery mode: You can set immediate delivery or defer it for a specified period of time. •...
  • Page 69 Text Message Settings • SMS centre number: The default is +61418706700 • Expired Time: Select the period over which the message centre will attempt to deliver the message. • Status report: The network informs you when your message has been delivered •...
  • Page 70 Example Alternative Email Provider Settings Google Netspace Mailbox Name Gmail Netspace Username username@gmail.com username@netspace.net.au Password Xxxxxx Xxxxxx My E-mail address username@gmail.com username@netspace.net.au Display name Google Netspace Outgoing server smtp.gmail.com mail.netspace.net.au Outgoing port Sending options Foreground Foreground SMTP Authentication Automatic signature Optional Optional Signature...

  • Page 71: Advanced Handset Settings

    2.12 Advanced Handset Settings From the Main Menu go to Settings then press the Right Arrow Key for Handset Settings. Network • Preferred mode: You can lock your handset to GSM.or UMTS (3G) Networks • Preferred Band: You can lock the handset to certain bands, U = UMTS, G = GSM •...
  • Page 72 Modem • The default modem is Telstra.internet. Only change this setting if instructed by Telstra. • The Username and Passwords are usually blank and are not required to connect to Telstra...

  • Page 73: Advanced Call Settings

    Advanced Call Settings From the Main Menu go to Settings then press the Right Arrow Key 4 times for Call Settings VideoPhone Setting • The following fields are preset by Telstra • The VIG Number is +61418707888 • The UUS Type is Email •...
  • Page 74 Call Waiting This service lets you know if you receive another incoming call while you are on the phone. When active (default) and you are on the phone you will hear some pips when you get another incoming call. Press the button to switch between calls.
  • Page 75 Send my number This function allows you to send or hide your number when making calls. You can choose to switch it on or off. Open Flip to Answer When enabled incoming calls will be answered by opening the handset flip. Any Key to Answer When enabled you can answer an incoming call by pressing any key except the End key, Back key, Left/Right Select Keys , Volume key, Play/Pause key and Camera key.

  • Page 76: Technical Information And Help

    Technical Information and Help Troubleshooting and FAQ’s Please check the manual thoroughly before contacting your service provider and read the issues below: Symptom Resolution Enter PIN Input the correct PIN number as supplied by Telstra. See section Check you have inserted a valid USIM card. See Installing the Insert USIM USIM Card Enter password or...
  • Page 77 How do I switch off In any text entry mode press the # key to toggle between Predictive Text ? different modes. The battery Your Network coverage is poor. Check your signal bars. With discharges quickly only 1 or 2 bars the network is poor. Battery life of only 1 day is normal under these conditions.

  • Page 78: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms 2G or GSM Second Generation wireless communication system. 3G Third Generation wireless communication system. 3G offers video services and high speed packet-data service. APN Access Point Number. This is the gateway to Internet Services Avatar is a small bit-map cartoon style picture Bluetooth is a wireless standard to allow devices to connect and share information without using any cables HSDPA High Speed Digital Packet Access.

  • Page 79: Technical Parameters

    Technical Parameters Handset Standards WCDMA 850MHz, 2100 MHz with HSDPA data 900MHz GSM, 1800 MHz GSM and 1900 MHz GSM with UMTS Dimensions W×L×H Approx 49mm × 99mm × 19mm Weight Approx110g (Including standard battery) Features MP4 video, MP3 audio, 1.3MPixel camera, Video Phone, USB connectivity, MIDP 2.0 JAVA 146MHz Processor, 262K Colour Screen, MMS Video and Picture, E-mail, Calendar, Speakerphone, Voice Recorder, Bluetooth,...

  • Page 80: Environmental Statement

    Environmental Statement Your ZTE handset is made using the latest manufacturing techniques and environmental standards to reduce waste and hazards to the environment. However at the end of life of the equipment the manufacturer recommends that you return the handset and accessories to your nearest re-cycling depot or send it to our recycling agent below.
  • Page 81 Character Chart Corresponding Characters 1 and some common punctuation characters eg . , ? ! @ ‘ ABCabc2 DEFdef3 GHIghi4 JKLjkl5 MNOmno6 PQRSpqrs7 TUVtuv8 WXYZwxyz9 Space 0 * key Press * key for character set. Press twice for International Prefix ”+” # key Toggle different text modes.

  • Page 82: Menu Listing

    Menu Listing 1) Tools File 2) Messages 2) Messages 3) Games & apps 1. File Manager 1. New Message Email Applications Time 2. Inbox (0/0) 1. New Email Downloads 1. Alarm 3. Outbox (0) 2. Inbox (0/0) Downloaded 2. Calendar 4.
  • Page 83 Profiles 7) Settings 8) Multimedia 9) Browser 1. General Screen Digi.Eq Home 2. Meeting 1. Wallpaper 1. Camera Go to 3. Outdoor 2. Backlight 2. Video camera Bookmarks 4. Silent duration 3. Media Player History Security 3. Brightness 4. Voice recorder Page Memo 1.
  • Page 84 Index Advanced Operation ...48 Charger ...... 14 MP3 Player ....46 Appointments....38 Charging..... 15 Multimedia Message ... 43 Background....30 Contacts ..19, 20, 21 Music Player ....46 Backlight Duration..32 Download Music ..45 Mute ......32 Battery ....13, 15 E-Mail ......
  • Page 85 Screen Brightness..32 Stopwatch....65 Video Mail ....74 Select Keys ....18 Streaming URL ... 69 Voice Mail ....74 Send a Fax....59 Take Pictures....41 Voice Recorder ...68 Set Alarms....38 Technical Parameters . 80 Wallpaper....30 Shortcut Keys....34 Troubleshooting..77 WAP......68 Silent Mode ..11, 31, 82 USIM card ....

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