Page 1: User Guide
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started .............................. 1 Making Connections ............................ 63 Apps and Entertainment ..........................152 Settings ..............................193 Getting Help .............................. 245 Index ................................251...
Page 3: Getting Started
Getting Started The following set of topics will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations.
Page 4 The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new ZTE Tempo™. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Page 5: Set Up Your Phone
Set Up Your Phone The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only.
Page 6: Charge The Battery
Allow you to adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice Volume keys volume during a call. Lets you turn the phone on or off, turn airplane mode on or off, turn the Power/Lock key screen on or off, or restart the phone. Recent Apps key Displays a list of recently used applications.
Page 7 Charge Using the AC Adapter 1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/accessory jack on the left side of your phone. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter. 3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. ...
Page 8 2. Insert the large end of the USB cord into an external USB port on your computer. 3. After charging, remove the USB cable from both the phone and the computer. nano-SIM Card The nano-SIM card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information. Handling a nano-SIM Card Keep the following in mind when handling a nano-SIM card.
Page 9 ● Always power off the phone before inserting/removing the nano-SIM card. Insert nano-SIM Card Follow these instructions to insert a nano-SIM card. Remember to power off your phone before inserting a nano-SIM card. Note: Your phone’s nano-SIM card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only. 1.
Page 10 SD Card Cautions Data: Information stored on an SD card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. Boost Mobile is not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed. Reading/Writing Data: Never power off or remove the battery while reading or writing data.
Page 11 3. Tap Unmount next to the name of your SD Card.  The text below your SD card name changes from its space usage to Ejected. The card is now unmounted. Remove an SD Card Follow these instructions to remove an SD card. Always unmount the SD card or power the phone off before removing an SD card.
Page 12 2. Remove SD card.  Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone. 3. Attach the battery cover.  Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Format an SD Card When you insert an optional SD card for the first time, it is recommended that you format it on your phone.
Page 13 3. Tap the SD card name below Portable storage. 4. Tap Format, and then tap Erase & format to confirm.  All data on the SD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your phone. Tap Done to exit Set Up Your Phone...
Page 14 Use an SD Card as Internal Storage You can use an optional SD card as an extension of the internal storage and save data and media files on it. This requires formatting that erases all data on the card and after that the card will only work in this phone.
Page 15 4. Tap Format as internal, and then tap Erase & format to confirm. 5. The phone will prompt you to move your photos, files and other data from the phone storage to the SD card. Tap Move now or Move later and tap Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
Page 16 Note: If you move files and data to the SD card, it will be used to save new apps data and personal data (such as photos and videos) and only the SD card is accessible from a computer. If you choose not to move, new apps data and personal data is saved to the phone storage and the SD card is not accessible from a computer.
Page 17 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Storage. 3. Tap the SD card name below Device storage. 4. Tap Eject > Eject. Note: Moved data and personal files to the phone storage as instructed above before ejecting the card. Otherwise some apps and files may not be accessible or usable until you install the card back.
Page 18: Turn Your Phone On And Off
5. Tap Format.  The SD card is formatted and mounted to the phone as portable storage. Tap Done to finish. Turn Your Phone On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off. Turn Your Phone On ■...
Page 19: Use The Touchscreen
Turn Your Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off.  Your phone will power off. Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging). Use the Touchscreen Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Page 20: Swipe Or Slide
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 before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes.
Page 21: Pinch And Spread
Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. See Touchscreen Keyboards for more details. Note: The Auto-rotate feature needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change.
Page 22: Activation And Service
Activation and Service Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your phone’s serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment. For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.
Page 23  If you have no accessibility problem with the phone, tap Next. 2. On the Language screen, select a language and tap Next to get started. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
Page 24  Select Wi-Fi network – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network. For secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See Wi-Fi for more details.  Name – If applicable, enter your first and last name and tap Next. This information is used by the phone to personalize certain apps.
Page 25: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations. Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list. 1.
Page 26 Select Options and Navigate Screens Tap icons, onscreen keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function. ■ Tap Back to return to the previous screen. Recent Applications You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent Apps key. Basic Operations...
Page 27: Phone Settings Menu
■ Tap Recent Apps to view a list of recently used applications. Phone Settings Menu You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings – or – Pull down the status bar and tap Settings Basic Operations...
Page 28 For more information, see Basic Settings. Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways. Basic Operations...
Page 29: Capture Screenshots
Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation. Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Pull down the status bar to display the quick settings menu. 2. Tap Portrait or Auto-rotate to turn the option on or off.  If the Screen rotation option is not available, tap to display the full options list.
Page 30 1. From home, tap Apps  The apps list opens. 2. Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application.  The application opens. Apps List The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone.
Page 31 Set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use stopwatch, or set a Clock time and count down to zero. Store and manage contacts saved in your phone as well as contacts Contacts synchronized with your web accounts and computer. Check the record of files you have downloaded using apps such as Browser Downloads or Email.
Page 32: Phone Number
Purchase, download and watch the latest and your favorite movies and TV Play Movies & TV shows. Play music on the phone and on your Google Account. Play Music Purchase and read newspapers and magazines. Play Newsstand Buy and download apps, games, and other content from the Google Play Play Store Store.
Page 33 2. Tap Status.  You will see the number listed under My phone number. Silent/Vibration Mode Silent/vibration mode sets your phone's ringtone, operation sounds, notifications, etc., not to sound to avoid disturbing others around you. Note: Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, and certain other sounds may still be active during silent or vibration mode.
Page 34: Do Not Disturb Mode
3. To switch the phone to silent mode, press the Volume Down key once more.  Your phone is now in silent mode. Note: In the volume control window, you can tap to adjust notification, media and alarm volumes. To restore normal sound settings, press or hold the Volume Up key. Do Not Disturb Mode You can limit sound interruptions with Do not disturb mode, which silences unwanted sounds from your phone.
Page 35  If you have allowed priority interruptions, customize the types of allowed sounds or vibration in the Priority interruptions section. Airplane Mode Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your phone on so you can use apps that don’t require a signal or data.
Page 36: Google Keyboard
Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For example, if you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key. Note: Along with the pre-installed keyboards, you can download additional keyboard options from Google Play Store.
Page 37 ● to enter emoji or emoticon. ● to use Google voice typing. ● Touch and hold to change the input languages or set up the Google keyboard. Use Gesture Typing The Google keyboard supports the gesture typing feature. You can use this feature to input a word by sliding through the letters.
Page 38 The Full Layout The full layout offers an input experience similar to a computer keyboard. ● The alphabetic keys: Tap the keys to enter letters. Touch and hold a key and slide if necessary to choose more characters. ● The shift key: Tap to use uppercase.
Page 39 Tap an alphabetic key repeatedly until the desired letter appears. You can also touch and hold the key and slide left or right to choose the letter or number you need. If word prediction is enabled ( ), just tap the keys once and choose the right word. The T+ Layout Tap to enter the left letter on the key.
Page 40 Tip: Tap when you want to. If you want to enter a single letter, go ahead and tap the key. Tip: Lift your finger at the end of the word. A space is added automatically when you begin to trace the next word.
Page 41: Google Voice Typing
Google Voice Typing Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. To use Google voice typing: 1. Slide the status bar down when entering text and tap Change keyboard > Google voice typing. – or – to access the voice typing feature when you are using the Google keyboard.
Page 42: Google Account
● You can customize your personal dictionary for word suggestion and spell check. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language & input > Personal dictionary. Then tap to add a new word. ● Many input methods have predictive text features of their own. You may need to configure them separately.
Page 43: Sign In To Your Google Account
2. Tap Google and then tap Or create a new account. 3. Follow the prompts to set up your account. Tap Next to proceed between steps, which may include:  Enter your First name and Last name.  Enter a desired Username. ...
Page 44: Google Play Store
2. Tap Google, and then enter your Gmail address and tap Next. 3. Enter your Gmail address and password, and then tap Next. 4. After your phone connects with the Google servers, accept the privacy policy and terms of service, and then set up billing or gift card information for purchase from Google Play Store.
Page 45: Find And Install An App
Find and Install an App When you install apps from Google Play app and use them on your phone, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your phone.
Page 46: Request A Refund For A Paid App
 If you have not already set up a payment method, tap Continue and then follow the prompts to arrange payment and complete the purchase.  The selected app is downloaded and installed on your phone. Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have access to many functions or a significant amount of your data.
Page 47: Uninstall An App
2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap Update.  The app update is downloaded and installed. Note: You can also tap UPDATE ALL in My apps to install available updates for all your apps. Set Automatic App Updates 1.
Page 48: Get Help With Google Play
2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK.  The app is uninstalled and removed from your phone. Get Help with Google Play The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about the app.
Page 49: Update Your Phone
To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the phone’s screen is off. Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Display Settings.
Page 50 2. Tap your Google Account to open the Sync screen.  If the Auto-sync data option is on, check the items you want to keep in sync.  If the Auto-sync data option is off, tap the items you want to synchronize to back up related data.
Page 51 Update Your Phone’s Firmware Once you have backed up all your data, use the Update Firmware option to update your phone’s firmware. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System updates. 2. Tap Update Firmware.  Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade.
Page 52: Update Your Android Operating System
This option allows you to update the Android Operating System (OS) on your phone via an over-the-air connection. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System updates. 2. Tap Update ZTE Software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions. Basic Operations...
Page 53: Update Your Profile
Update Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 54: Home Screen Basics
Your Phone's Home Screen The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notification panel. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Page 55: Extended Home Screens
Primary shortcuts are application shortcuts that appear in the same location on all of your phone’s home screens. These are customizable except for the Primary shortcuts Applications (Apps) shortcut, which remains static. Applications (Apps) Tap to open the applications (apps) list. The apps list key is a primary shortcut available from all home screens.
Page 56: Status Bar And Notification Panel
■ From any screen, touch and hold an empty area to display thumbnail images of all screens.  To delete a home screen, tap on the corner of its thumbnail and tap OK.  To set a home screen as the main home screen, tap at the bottom of its thumbnail.
Page 57 ® Bluetooth active GPS active ® Wi-Fi active Vibrate Microphone off Speakerphone active Do not disturb mode (alarms only or priority) Do not disturb mode (total silence) Network (full signal) Enhanced 4G LTE data service 3G data service Airplane mode Alarm set Battery (charging) Battery (full charge)
Page 58: Notification Panel
New personal account emails from the Email app New Exchange account emails from the Email app New message(s) from the Gmail app New text or MMS message New Hangout message Event USB connection Call in progress Open Wi-Fi network detected Music playing Updates available from the Google Play Store Downloading or receiving data...
Page 59 Open the Notification Panel ■ Pull down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)  The notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list. Close the Notification Panel ■ Slide the notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.) –...
Page 60: Customize The Home Screen
Notification Panel Layout The notification panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu. Customize the Home Screen Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home screen. Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen ●...
Page 61 1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Wallpapers.  You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper. 2. Tap an option to select the wallpaper. 3. If necessary, tap Set wallpaper. ...
Page 62: Add Widgets To The Home Screen
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Themes. 2. Tap the theme you like.  The theme is set. Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen. 1.
Page 63 widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others. 1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Widgets.  The Widgets list opens. 2. Touch and hold a widget icon. ...
Page 64 1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder. 2. Drag the shortcut to Folder at the top left and release it.  A new folder is created. 3. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut and drag it on top of the new folder.
Page 65: Making Connections
Making Connections The following set of topics will cover your phone’s ability to help you make connections, from phone calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email, Internet, and international services.
Page 66: Call Using The Phone Dialer
Phone Calls and Voicemail The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail, and more. Place and Answer Calls The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options.
Page 67 2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number.  As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number. 3.
Page 68 4. To end the call, tap  The call ends. Troubleshooting Question: Call does not connect? Answer 1: Was the number dialed using the area code? If not, try dialing using the full 10-digit number including the area code. Answer 2: Are you in an area with poor wireless coverage? Try calling again from another area. Call Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if the phone’s screen is locked or your account is restricted.
Page 69: Answer Phone Calls
1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen. 2. From home, tap Phone > Keypad 3. Tap  As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E 9-1-1 emergency location services where available.
Page 70 Answer an Incoming Call 1. When a call arrives, slide down to answer it.  The call begins. Phone Calls and Voicemail...
Page 71 2. To end the call, tap  The call ends. Mute the Ringing Sound To mute the ringer without rejecting the call, you can do either of the following: ● Press the Volume keys. ● Press the Power/Lock key. ● Tap Home ●...
Page 72 Reject an Incoming Call ■ When a call arrives, slide up to reject it.  The ringtone or vibration will stop and the call will be sent directly to voicemail. Reject a Call and Send a Text Message You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller. Phone Calls and Voicemail...
Page 73 1. When a call arrives, slide Message reject up from the bottom of the screen.  You will see a list of preset text messages. Tap one of the messages to send it to the caller.  The selected message will be delivered to the caller. ...
Page 74 In-Call Screen Layout Tap options to activate them during a call. ● Add call: Tap to make another call separately from the current call, which is put on hold. When both calls are connected, you can tap Merge calls to set up a conference call. See Conference Calling.
Page 75 Note: When a Bluetooth headset is connected to your phone, you can route the audio through the Bluetooth headset ( ), the phone earpiece ( ), or the phone speaker ( ). Tap one of these icons and select Speaker, Handset earpiece, or Bluetooth to change how the audio is routed. ...
Page 76: Call From Call Log
Call from Call Log The call log list lets you quickly place calls to recent incoming, outgoing, or missed numbers. 1. From home, tap Phone to display the phone app. 2. Tap Recent calls to display the recent call history. Tip: To view the complete call history, scroll to the bottom of the list and tap View full call history.
Page 77 unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. 1. From home, tap Phone > Keypad 2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number.  Your phone dials the voicemail access number. 3.
Page 78: Set Up Visual Voicemail
Set Up Visual Voicemail Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Note: To set up your traditional voicemail box, see Voicemail Setup.
Page 79: Visual Voicemail Options
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail  You will see the voicemail inbox. 2. Tap a message to review it. Tip: There are several icons at the top of the review screen for calling, reply, and other options. For an explanation of all your options, tap Menu >...
Page 80: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
 Tap Menu > Archive message to archive the current message. You can find it in the Archive box. Note: Not all options are available for all messages. Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more.
Page 81: Caller Id Blocking
 About Voicemail Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 82: Call Waiting
Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: ■...
Page 83: Conference Calling
■ Tap Swap. Note: For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call Waiting by pressing before placing your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you end the call. Conference Calling With conference calling, also known as 3-way calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. To set up a conference call while you're already on a call: Phone Calls and Voicemail...
Page 84 1. Tap Add call in the in-call screen. Note: If you are not seeing the in-call screen, tap the top of the screen first. 2. Dial the second number using the keypad. Phone Calls and Voicemail...
Page 85 3. When you are connected with the second call, tap Merge calls.  Both calls are merged into a conference call. Note: If one party you called hangs up, you and the remaining party stay connected. If you hang up, both parties are disconnected.
Page 86: Display Options
Voicemail Adjust your voicemail settings. Speed dial Set speed dialing keys. DTMF tones Set the length of Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency signal tones. Voice privacy Use enhanced privacy mode. Plus code dialing setting Enable plus code dialing and set international dialing code. TTY mode Select a TTY mode for your phone to work with a teletypewriter.
Page 87: Voicemail Settings
2. Tap Menu > Settings > Display options. 3. Tap Sort by and select First name or Last name to change the way contacts are sorted in the list. – or – Tap Name format and select First name first or Last name first to change the way contact names are displayed in the list.
Page 88: Speed Dial Settings
Speed Dial Settings The speed dial setting allows you to set speed dialing keys. To set up speed dialing: 1. From home, tap Phone 2. Tap Menu > Settings > Call settings > Speed dial. 3. Tap a speed dial key. 4.
Page 89: Tty Mode
3. Check North American dialing to enable this feature. To change the international dialing code: 1. From home, tap Phone 2. Tap Menu > Settings > Call settings > Plus code dialing setting. 3. Tap International dialing. 4. Input a new code and tap OK. TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to...
Page 90: Hearing Aids
Warning: 9-1-1 Emergency Calling It is recommended that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications. Wireless TTY calls to 9-1-1 may be corrupted when received by public safety answering points (PSAPs), rendering some communications unintelligible.
Page 91: Add A Contact
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period or left uncharged.
Page 92 2. Tap to add a contact.  The Add new contact screen appears. 3. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.  : Tap the picture icon to assign a picture to the contact.  Name ...
Page 93: View Contacts
4. When you have finished adding information, tap on the top right.  The contact is added. Save a Phone Number You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad. 1. From home, tap Phone > Keypad 2.
Page 94  You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to view its details.  The contact’s detailed listing appears. Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Contacts...
Page 95: Edit A Contact
Item Description Groups tab Show contact groups. Favorites tab Show favorite contacts. Contacts tab Show all contacts. Tap to show contact’s details. Contact Scroll Scroll the contacts list by letter. Call Place a call to the contact. Add new Add a new contact. Search Search contacts.
Page 96: Delete A Contact
2. Tap a contact to view its details.  The contact’s detailed listing appears. 3. Tap Edit 4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact. 5. Add or edit the information, and then tap ...
Page 97: Share A Contact
3. Tap Menu > Delete. 4. Tap OK.  The contact is deleted. Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the contact list and then tap > OK. Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, messaging, and more. 1.
Page 98: Import Contacts
3. In the Share contact via menu, select a method:  Messaging to send the information in a multimedia message. Select a contact or enter a wireless phone number or email address, enter any additional information, and then tap or Send. For more information on messaging, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).
Page 99 Before Importing Contacts from an SD Card You will need to have copied previously backed up contacts information into your phone's internal storage, an installed SD card, or a USB storage device before you can import contacts. See SD Card for SD card information.
Page 100: Back Up Contacts
4. Select an account for the imported contacts. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import.  The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account. Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you can manually back them up for re-import if needed.
Page 101 2. Tap Menu > Import/Export.  You will see the Import/export contacts menu. 3. Tap Export to storage. 4. The phone will prompt you with the name and the directory of the vCard file. Tap OK to confirm the export. ...
Page 102: Text And Multimedia Messaging
Messaging With wireless service and your phone’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, and text and multimedia messaging. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and another messaging-ready phone.
Page 103 4. Tap the ―Type message‖ box and then start composing your message. Note: A counter appears above the Send button ( ) to tell you how many characters are left. Once you go over the 160-character limit, a new message is created but automatically joined into one when received.
Page 104: Create A Slideshow
 Tap the icon, and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the message. You can also select from call log, favorite contacts, or contact groups as recipients. When you have selected all the message recipients, tap OK. ...
Page 105: Save And Resume A Draft Message
 Add a video. Tap Menu > Add video or Capture video. (You cannot add both a picture and a video on the same slide.)  Add music or a voice recording. Tap Menu > Add music and then tap Audio or Record audio.
Page 106: New Messages Notification
New Messages Notification Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification for new text and multimedia messages, see Text and MMS Options for details.
Page 107: Reply To A Message
 If the attachment is a vCalendar file, you can import the calendar event. For information on using Calendar, see Calendar. Note: When Auto-retrieve in MMS settings is disabled, only the message header is downloaded. To download the entire message, tap the Download button at the right side of the message. For details, see Text and MMS Options.
Page 108: Text And Mms Options
Delete a Single Message 1. While viewing a conversation, tap the message that you want to delete.  If the message is locked, tap Unlock on the options menu and tap the message again to display the options menu. 2. Tap Delete on the options menu. 3.
Page 109 attachments will automatically download to your phone. If you clear this check box, only the multimedia message header will be retrieved and shown in your Messaging screen. ● Group messaging: Automatically send messages as MMS when there are multiple recipients. ●...
Page 110 Create and Send a Gmail Message Use your phone to create and send Gmail messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail . If prompted, tap Take me to Gmail.  The Gmail inbox opens. 2. In the inbox, tap Compose ...
Page 111 ● Delete Mail Being Composed: In the mail composition window, tap Menu > Discard > Discard. Note: To view your draft email messages, in the inbox, tap > Drafts. Note: To view your sent messages, in the inbox, tap > Sent. Check Received Gmail Messages Your phone allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages.
Page 112 2. Tap the message thread you want to view.  The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed. Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages ● Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply , compose your reply message, and tap Send ...
Page 113  The thread is added to the selected label. Archive Gmail Threads Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox. When replies arrive for archived threads, they appear in the inbox again. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 114 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options > Mute.  The thread is now hidden. Delete Gmail Threads If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the inbox. 1.
Page 115 3. Enter your search text and tap the search key on the keyboard.  The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it. Report Spam Gmail You can report spam Gmail messages from your phone’s Gmail inbox. 1.
Page 116 2. Tap Google, and then tap Enter your email. 3. Enter your existing Google Account username or email, and then tap Next. 4. Enter your password, and then tap Next. 5. After your phone connects with the Google servers, tap Accept to agree to Google privacy policy and terms of service.
Page 117: Set Up An Email Account
2. Tap 3. Tap the avatar of the account you want to view at the top of the menu.  The selected account inbox is displayed. Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs.
Page 118: Add An Email Account
1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The Account setup screen for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set up. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account.  The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email. Add an Email Account You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your phone.
Page 119 2. Tap Menu > Settings. 3. Tap Add account 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the account setup.  The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account. Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu You can also set up email accounts from the Settings >...
Page 120: Add An Exchange Activesync Account
 If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual setup and enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc. 4. Select your sync settings and then tap Next. 5. Enter an account name and a display name and tap Next to complete setup. ...
Page 121: Create And Send An Email Message
 If the automatic setup fails, you need to enter your settings. These may include domain\username, password, server, security type, etc. 3. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. Then tap Next. 4. Enter an account name and tap Next to complete setup. ...
Page 122 Open Email Messages You can open and read email messages directly from the email inbox. Reading and replying to email on your phone is as simple as on your computer. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email inbox opens. 2.
Page 123: Delete An Email Account
● Syncing Accounts Manually: Sync sent and received email messages manually at any time regardless of the automatic sync settings. Switch to the account you want to sync and then drag the message list downwards. ● Replying to Email Messages: With an email message open, tap Reply or Reply all compose your reply message, and tap Send ●...
Page 124: Exchange Activesync Email Features
Refresh an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time. ■ While viewing the account you want to synchronize, drag the message list downwards. Sort Email Messages 1.
Page 125 Synchronize Exchange ActiveSync Email You can set Exchange ActiveSync to automatically check for new Exchange ActiveSync email messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email 2. Tap Menu > Settings. 3. Tap the name of the Exchange ActiveSync account. 4. Tap Inbox check frequency and choose the option you want. Flag Email Messages For an Exchange ActiveSync account, you can flag email messages to help you keep track of them.
Page 126 2. Select the priority for the message. You can select High, Normal, or Low. Messaging...
Page 127: Use The Browser
Internet and Social Networking The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your phone, and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Hangouts, LinkedIn, and more. Browser Your phone’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections.
Page 128 1. From home, tap Apps > Browser  The browser opens.  The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Sprint home page.  You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or Gmail message.
Page 129: Add A Bookmark
● Returning to the Last Page: Tap ● Returning to the Home Page: Tap ● Sharing the Web Page URL: Tap Menu > Share and select an app or service for sharing. ● Searching within a Web Page: With a Web page displayed, tap Menu >...
Page 130  The Web page is added to bookmarks. Bookmark Options ● Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu > Bookmarks, touch and hold a bookmark, tap Edit, edit the bookmark, and then tap OK. ● Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu >...
Page 131: Browser Settings
2. Tap Menu > New Tab.  A new tab appears. 3. Tap New tab.  To switch tabs, tap at the bottom of the screen. The number in the icon changes dynamically as the number of opened tabs changes. Browser Settings Customize your experience with the Internet through the browser settings menu.
Page 132 2. Tap Menu > Settings, and customize your browser settings.  Your browser settings are saved. Chrome Browser In addition to the default "Browser" Web browser, your phone supports the Chrome mobile Web browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your phone.
Page 133 Chrome Support ■ To find on-phone help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap Menu > Help & feedback.  A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome. Tip: For more information, from your computer, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/. Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on-the-go Facebook access.
Page 134 2. Tap Facebook. 3. Enter your email/phone number and password and tap Log in.  Your Facebook account is added to your phone. Use Facebook Once you’ve downloaded the app and signed in, you can post and read updates, upload pictures, tag locations, and more, all from your phone.
Page 135 2. Tap the Search field and search for "twitter". 3. Tap Twitter from the results list. 4. Tap Install, and then tap Continue.  The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone. 5. When the download has completed, tap Open. ...
Page 136 Sign In to Your LinkedIn Account Once you've downloaded and installed the LinkedIn app, sign in to your account. 1. From home, tap Apps > LinkedIn. 2. Follow the onscreen prompts to enter your LinkedIn username and password to sign in. You can also create a new LinkedIn account.
Page 137  If a friend is not in a Hangout, you will see a message. Tap Send invitation to invite them to join the Hangout. Hangouts Operations ● Ending a Chat: In the Hangouts window, touch and hold a chat and then tap Delete >...
Page 138: Transfer Files Between Your Phone And A Computer
Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
Page 139 3. Select either Media device (MTP) or Camera (PTP).  The files on your phone can now be accessed via your computer.  For most transfers, you'll want to use Media device (MTP).  To change the option, tap in the notification panel to open the Connect to PC window, and then tap the desired option.
Page 140 2. Tap Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again. 4.
Page 141 Wi-Fi Settings Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. ...
Page 142 2. Tap Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap Forget.  Wi-Fi is disconnected.  After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to reconnect.
Page 143 2. Tap Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. 4. Tap Menu > Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct. ...
Page 144 Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account at boostmobile.com or access your account via Boost Zone (tap Apps > Boost Zone ) to learn more. Note: Turning on Hotspot on will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks. Set Up Hotspot 1.
Page 145  The default name for your phone hotspot is N9131_xxxxxx. You can change the name by tapping Configure > Network name from the Hotspot screen. 3. Select this phone and follow your onscreen instructions to enter the password (provided on the Hotspot screen).
Page 146 Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet.
Page 147: Pair Bluetooth Devices
2. Tap Bluetooth.  The Bluetooth settings open. 3. Tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on.  Bluetooth is enabled.  To disable Bluetooth, tap the slider again. Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the quick settings menu in the notification panel. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Page 148 2. Tap Bluetooth.  The Bluetooth settings open. 3. If Bluetooth is off, tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on.  Nearby devices appear in the ―Available devices‖ list.  If a target device is not detected, tap Menu > Refresh to search again. 4.
Page 149 Unpairing from a Paired Device 1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings next to the paired device you wish to unpair. 2. Tap Forget.  The device is unpaired from your phone. To make another connection with the device, you will need to pair again.
Page 150: Send Information Using Bluetooth
 The Bluetooth settings open. Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the ―Paired devices‖ list.  3. Tap a device from the ―Paired devices‖ list.  Your phone connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in the status bar.
Page 151 Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts  You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to send. Connectivity...
Page 152 3. Tap Menu > Share > Bluetooth. 4. If you are prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap Turn on. 5. Tap the name of the receiving device. 6. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving device, and enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode.
Page 153  When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type: • Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in a music app you choose. •...
Page 154: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment The following set of topics will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more.
Page 155: Camera And Video
Camera and Video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a 5 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature and a front-facing camera that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.
Page 156: Take A Picture
● File Format for Videos: File format for videos is MPEG4. Camera Cautions If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still images/videos. Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand. Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for long periods. May discolor color filter and affect color of images.
Page 157: Record Videos
5. Touch to take the picture.  The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your phone or SD card. Tap the thumbnail at the corner of the screen and choose what you want to do with the picture you've just taken.
Page 158: View Pictures And Videos Using Gallery
Tip: During recording, you can pinch or spread on the screen or press the Volume keys to zoom in or out. You can also tap to take a picture.  Video recording begins. 4. Tap to pause recording. Tap to continue recording. 5.
Page 159 2. Tap an album (such as Camera).  The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.  To open another album, tap Back to return to the Albums view. 3. Tap an image to view the picture or video. ...
Page 160: Rotate And Save A Picture
After selecting an album from the Albums screen, you can browse through the thumbnails of pictures and videos of that album. Tap a thumbnail to view the picture or video in full screen. Tap to play the video. By default, the thumbnails in an album are displayed in grid view. Note: When viewing the content of an album, you can touch and hold on a thumbnail to open a selection menu and choose what to do with the picture or video.
Page 161 Retouch a Picture 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera).  The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture you want to edit. 4.
Page 162: Share Pictures And Videos
Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook, Google+, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another phone, your computer, or your Google Account using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, Photos, or Drive.
Page 163: Send A Picture Or Video By Multimedia Message
Note: If you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. To change the account, tap the sender address displayed above the recipients line and select the desired email account. Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message Multimedia Messaging (MMS) lets you send pictures and videos using your phone’s messaging app.
Page 164: Send Pictures Or Videos Using Bluetooth
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your computer using Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). ...
Page 165: Share Videos On Youtube
 The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera).  The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.  To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include. 4.
Page 166: Camera Settings
 To select multiple videos, tap all the videos you want to include. 4. Tap Share and then on the Share menu, tap YouTube. 5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 6. Tap ...
Page 167 Set Camera Functions You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event. 1. From home, tap Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Settings  The camera settings menu opens. 3. Select your desired settings.  The settings are applied. ...
Page 168: Add An Event To The Calendar
Productivity Use your phone to stay ahead of the game with calendar, navigation, alarm, office, and more productivity apps. Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your phone’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook calendar.
Page 169 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap Add  The add event window opens. Productivity...
Page 170: View Calendar Events
Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Done.  The event is added to your calendar. Selecting a Calendar ● If you have more than one calendar, select a calendar in which to add events: ...
Page 171 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap an event. If you are in month view, tap a date first. Note: The color for the events indicates the type of calendar that includes the event. To find out which calendar each color represents, tap Menu >...
Page 172 2. Tap Menu > Calendars to display. 3. Tap Calendars to sync at the bottom. 4. Select sync options by adding or removing check marks from the items. 5. Tap OK. Productivity...
Page 173: Synchronize An Exchange Activesync Calendar
 The sync settings have been updated. Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, you can also synchronize Exchange ActiveSync calendar events on your phone. Calendar events on your Exchange ActiveSync will also show in Calendar if you chose to synchronize with the Exchange ActiveSync Server.
Page 174 View Maps of Specified Places Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination. 1. From home, tap Apps > Maps  Google Maps opens.  If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use. 2.
Page 175: Google Search
business or attraction to browse related locations. You can then tap a location to view detailed information and find out how to get there. ● View Traffic Information, Aerial Photos, Etc., in Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu then tap Traffic, Satellite, Google Earth, etc. ●...
Page 176 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Search  The Voice Search window opens. 2. Speak your search terms.  Search results appear. Calculator Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations. Productivity...
Page 177: Set The Date And Time
1. From home, tap Apps > Calculator  The calculator app launches. 2. Tap onscreen keys for calculations.  Calculation results appear. Clock Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, and set a timer.
Page 178: Set Alarms
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Date & time.  The Clock appears. 2. Tap to turn off the switch next to Automatic date & time and Automatic time zone, and then set the date, time, and time zone as desired. ...
Page 179 1. From home, tap Apps > Clock 2. Tap the Alarm tab and then tap Create alarm Productivity...
Page 180 3. Set the alarm options, including time, alarm days, repeat pattern, snooze, ringtone, and alarm label, and then tap Save.  The alarm is set. Note: To enable or disable existing alarms directly, just tap the switch next to the alarm. Note: Tap in the Alarm tab to adjust general alarm settings.
Page 181: File Manager
2. Tap Add City and select a city. You can enter a city name in the search field at the top to find the city. 3. Repeat to add multiple cities. Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1.
Page 182: Google Play Music App
Entertainment and Activities The following topics provide an overview of your phone’s entertainment apps, from music players and YouTube, to sound recorder, and more. Google Play Music App The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library.
Page 183 3. Flick the screen left or right to select a library category such as Artist or Albums. 4. Tap an item from the category and then tap a song.  The song begins playing. The song title and player control appears at the bottom of the screen. You can touch it or drag it up to display the player screen.
Page 184 Tap to restart the current song; tap twice to switch to the Previous song previous song in the playlist. Next song Tap to switch to the next song in the playlist. Thumbs-down Rate the song by giving it a thumbs-down. Shows the progress of the current song.
Page 185 3. Tap Menu next to a song and select Add to playlist. 4. Tap New playlist. Enter a playlist name and description and tap Create playlist.  The playlist is created. 5. Tap Back to return to the library view and select another song or album. 6.
Page 186: Music Player
Music Player Your phone's built-in music player app lets you listen to and organize music files you have loaded into your phone's memory or SD card. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and Computer.
Page 187: Create A Playlist
● Track title: Display track name, artist, and album information. ● Back to library: Return to the music library. ● Album cover: Display the cover art of the album when it is available. Swipe horizontally to switch to the next or previous song. ●...
Page 188  The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in the files. 2. Find the music file you want to put in a playlist. Tap Menu next to the song to open a list of options.
Page 189 2. Tap Playlists to view all music playlists. 3. Tap Menu next to the playlist you want to manipulate to open the options menu. 4. Tap Rename or Delete. Entertainment and Activities...
Page 190 Manage Songs in a Playlist You can add more songs to a playlist or remove some tracks from a playlist. 1. From home, tap Apps > Music  The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in the files.
Page 191: Sound Recorder
2. Find the music file you want to use as the default ringtone. Tap Menu next to the song to open a list of options. 3. Tap Set as ringtone. Tip: You can also set a song as the default ringtone in the playback screen. Just tap Menu >...
Page 192 Record and Play a Voice Memo 1. From home, tap Apps > Sound Recorder 2. Tap to start recording. Entertainment and Activities...
Page 193 Note: Before recording, you can tap to turn off or on high-quality recording.  During recording, you can tap to pause or continue the recording. 3. Tap to stop the recording. The memo is automatically saved.  to play the voice recording. ...
Page 194 2. Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see.  The video plays on your phone screen.  Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching. Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your phone. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it on your phone.
Page 195: Settings
Settings The following set of topics will cover your phone’s settings menus and options. For an overview of the settings menu, see Basic Settings.
Page 196: Connections Settings
Connections Settings The following topics introduce your phone’s basic settings menus and cover your phone’s Connections settings options. Basic Settings to access your phone’s settings menu. From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings The table below outlines the top-level settings categories. Category Description Wi-Fi...
Page 197 Apps Manage installed applications. Memory Monitor memory usage. Connect to PC Select the USB connection type between your phone and PC. Back up your phone's data and settings and reset the phone to the original Backup & reset factory settings. Add and manage all your email, social networking, corporate, and Accounts picture/video sharing accounts.
Page 198 Access Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings  The settings menu opens. 2. Select categories and then select your settings options.  Settings are made and applied. Tip: You can also access settings from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar and tap Settings Wi-Fi Settings Menu The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options.
Page 199 2. Tap Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again. 4.
Page 200: Bluetooth Settings
● Allow Some Services to Scan for Networks even when Wi-Fi is Off: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced and tap the Scanning always available slider.  Tap Scanning always available to turn the option on or off. ● Allow Automatic Connection to Passpoint-certified Wi-Fi Access Points: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu >...
Page 201 2. Tap Bluetooth.  The Bluetooth settings open. Bluetooth Settings Operations ● Enable Bluetooth: In Bluetooth settings, tap the slider at the top of the menu.  Alternatively, pull down the status bar to display the notifications panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Page 202: Mobile Network Settings
● Canceling Pairing: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, and then tap Forget.  This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled. ● Enable Service from Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, and then tap the listing under Use for.
Page 203: Enable Data Services
Enable Data Services 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Mobile networks. 2. Tap Data Enabled to enable or disable data services over the mobile network. Note: Certain data service request may require additional time to process. While your phone is loading the requested service, the touchscreen may appear unresponsive when in fact it is functioning properly.
Page 204: Hotspot Settings
Switch Network Mode 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Mobile networks > Preferred network type. 2. Tap Automatic, LTE/CDMA, CDMA or GSM/UMTS. Hotspot Settings Use the settings menu to configure your hotspot settings, which allow you to share your phone’s data service with multiple Wi-Fi capable devices.
Page 205 2. Tap Hotspot.  The Hotspot settings screen opens. 3. Tap the slider to turn Hotspot on.  Hotspot is enabled.  To disable Hotspot, tap the slider again. Advanced Hotspot Settings The hotspot settings menu lets you configure advanced options. ●...
Page 206: Data Usage Settings
● Set Hotspot Timeout Settings: From the Hotspot settings screen, tap Sleep policy > Hotspot sleep policy and select an option.  Check Hotspot notification to get notification in the status bar when sleep policy turns off the Hotspot. Data Usage Settings The data usage menu lets you view your phone’s mobile and Wi-Fi data usage, set data limits, restrict hotspot usage, and more.
Page 207: More Settings
 This setting is available when mobile data is enabled. ● Set Date for Resetting Data Usage: To set the data usage measuring cycle, from the Data usage window, tap the box above the data usage graph, tap Change cycle, set a reset date, and tap Set.
Page 208 Access More Settings Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap More. 3. Set items.  Your settings are saved and implemented. Airplane Mode Airplane mode allows you to use many of your phone's features, such as Gallery, Camera, and Music, when you are on an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
Page 209 ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode.  When in airplane mode, the status bar will display To turn Airplane mode on or off in Settings: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap More. 3.
Page 210: Prepare Your Phone For Vpn Connection
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network. You can get this information from your network administrator.
Page 211: Connect To Or Disconnect From A Vpn
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap More > VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. 3. Tap Add VPN profile , and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add.  Information may include Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and advanced options.
Page 212: Bluetooth Tethering
Disconnect from a VPN 1. Pull down the status bar to open the notification panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings window. 3. Tap the VPN connection to disconnect from it.  Your phone disconnects from the VPN. ...
Page 213 4. Touch Bluetooth tethering to turn it on. Connections Settings...
Page 214: Personal Settings
Personal Settings The following topics outline the personal settings options available on your phone, including sounds, display, security, and more. Display Settings Use the phone's display settings menu to adjust items such as wallpaper, brightness, screen timeout, and more. Display Settings Overview The display settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Display Setting Description...
Page 215 Access Display Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Display. 3. Set your display options.  Your display settings are saved and applied. Sound & Notification Settings The sound & notification settings menu lets you control your phone’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to tap tones and notifications.
Page 216 Default notification Set the default tone for phone notifications. ringtone Vibrate pattern Set the pattern of vibration when vibration is enabled for notifications. Manage system sounds including dial pad tones, screen lock sounds, Other sounds charging sounds, touch sounds, vibration on touch, and emergency tone. Notification mode Select the sound and vibration mode of notification.
Page 217: Security Settings
2. Tap Sound & notification. 3. Set your sound options.  Your sound settings are saved and applied. Security Settings The Security settings menus let you set screen lock options, password visibility, administrator settings, administrator settings, credential storage options, and other advanced options. Security Settings Overview Many security settings are dependent on Screen lock settings.
Page 218 Set the time needed for the screen lock protection to be activated after the screen turns off. Automatically lock Note: This option is available when pattern, PIN or password is set as the screen lock. Set whether to activate lock protection immediately when you press the Power/Lock key.
Page 219: Screen Lock Settings
Access Security Settings Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your phone’s location services. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Security.  The Security settings menu opens. 3. Set your security options.  Your security settings are applied and saved. Screen Lock Settings The screen lock settings let you set your method for unlocking your phone, customize lock screen options, and enter your owner information to be displayed on the lock screen.
Page 220 ● Long press ● Pattern ● ● Password Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the highest security level available (Password protection). It is also recommended you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data. Access Screen Lock Settings 1.
Page 221 3. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal direction. Lift your finger from the screen when finished.  The phone records the pattern. 4. Tap Continue. Personal Settings...
Page 222: Use A Screen Unlock Pin
5. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, and then tap Confirm.  The screen unlock pattern is saved. 6. Choose how to show notifications on the lock screen and then tap Done.  The screen lock is set. ...
Page 223: Disable The Screen Lock
Use a Screen Unlock Password 1. From the Screen lock menu, tap Password. 2. Choose whether you want to further protect your phone with the screen lock before it starts up, and then tap Continue. 3. Enter a password, tap Continue, re-enter your password, and tap OK to save the setting. ...
Page 224 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Navigation key. 2. Tap an option. Date & Time Settings Use the date & time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options. Date and Time Overview The following date and time options may be configured: Date and Time Option...
Page 225 Use 24-hour format Enable or disable 24-hour format. Access Date and Time Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Date & time. 3. Set available date and time options.  Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Language &...
Page 226 Turn on or off the feature and configure Google Spell Checker options to Spell checker check for spelling errors when entering text. Add words to a personal phone dictionary to improve word suggestion Personal dictionary and spell check when entering text. Set the default method for entering text and enable/disable installed input Current Keyboard methods.
Page 227 3. Set options.  The language and input settings are applied and saved. Language and Input Options Some of the language and input options are detailed below. ● Set the Display Language: From the Language & input settings menu, tap Language and then tap a language to assign it.
Page 228: Device Settings
Device Settings The following topics cover your phone’s device settings, including location privacy and access, storage, apps, and backup and reset options. Location Settings Your Location settings menu lets you select how your phone determines its location (using the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither).
Page 229: Storage Settings
2. Tap Location. 3. Tap the location switch to toggle Location services on or off.  Your phone’s location services are enabled or disabled.  If you see a confirmation, follow the onscreen instructions to connect. Access Location Settings 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 230: Battery Settings
Set the default location for new data, such as files downloaded, photos Save location captured, and voice recorded. View the available device storages (such as the phone storage) and Device storage manage their spaces and use. View the available portable storages (such as an SD card) and manage Portable storage their spaces and use.
Page 231: Apps Settings
2. Tap Battery. 3. Tap items to view details.  Check your battery condition and access additional options. Apps Settings Check installed applications. Applications Settings Overview Touch an installed application in the Apps settings menu to see its information and access options that may include the following.
Page 232: Memory Setting
Permissions Check or change the app permissions. Manage the app notifications in the notification panel and the lock screen. Notifications You can set the priority, sensitivity, and more. Check the app's supported links and set whether to open the links in the Open by default app, and clear the app's defaults.
Page 233: Connect To Pc Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Memory. 3. Tap the time duration to check average memory use during that time.  To check the memory use breakdown by apps, touch Memory used by apps. Connect to PC Settings The Connect to PC settings menu lets you select the USB connection type between your phone and PC.
Page 234 Access Connect to PC Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connect to PC. 2. Tap one USB connection type. Note: Uncheck Don't ask me again to be prompted to select a connection type each time you connect the phone to a PC.
Page 235 Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings Back up my data to Google servers. Backup account Select the account used to back up data. When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be Automatic restore restored.
Page 236: Factory Data Reset
 The backup and reset settings are applied and saved. If you’re performing a Factory Data Reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal.  The phone will erase all data and reboot. Factory Data Reset Tip: Before performing a factory data reset on your phone, you may want to unmount an installed SD memory card to avoid losing any data you may have stored on it.
Page 237: Set Up A New Account
Accounts The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. Set Up a New Account You can sign in to your existing accounts on your phone. Some types of accounts (such as Google account) also allow you to create a new account right on your phone.
Page 238 4. Select your account settings.  The account options are updated. Accounts...
Page 239: System Settings
System Settings The following topics detail your phone’s system settings options, including accessibility settings, printing, activation, system updates, and device information. Accessibility Settings The accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications. Accessibility Settings Overview The following accessibility options may be configured: Accessibility Option Description Set the TalkBack service to help blind or low-vision users access the...
Page 240 Adjust the delay required for the phone to notice your "touch & hold" Touch & hold delay gesture (for example, when you want to move an app to the home screen). When enabled, you can press the Power/Lock key to end phone calls Power button ends call without turning the screen off.
Page 241 Printing The Printing menu lets you configure Google's Cloud Print service. You can connect your printer to your Google Account and then add the printer on your phone in the Printing menu. After that, you can send documents, pictures, emails, or web pages from your phone to the printer wirelessly and have them printed out.
Page 242 2. Select a printer you have added to the phone or tap > All printers… to add a printer right away. 3. Configure other print job options, such as number of copies, color, and paper size. 4. Touch Print to send the print job wireless to your printer through Google Servers. System Settings...
Page 243: Activate This Device
Note: Instead of selecting a printer, you can also choose to save the file to Google Drive or as a PDF file. Activate This Device The activate this device menu lets you activate a new phone or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an in-service phone.
Page 244: About Phone
4. From home, tap Apps > Settings 5. Tap System updates and select an option and follow the prompts to complete the update.  For complete system update information, see Update Your Phone. About Phone The about phone menu lets you access important phone and legal information. About Phone Overview The following About Phone items may be reviewed or set: About Phone Item...
Page 245 Check your phone’s status. ● Battery status and level ● SIM card status (network, signal strength, mobile network type, service state, roaming, mobile network state, and phone number) ● IMEI information (MIN, PRL version, ESN, MEID, IMEI, IMEI SV, IMSI, and ICCID) Status ●...
Page 246 2. Tap About phone. 3. Select or view available options.  Your phone information is displayed. System Settings...
Page 247: Getting Help
Getting Help The following set of topics will cover troubleshooting tips, phone specifications, and how to contact Boost Mobile and manage your wireless service.
Page 248: Check Here First
For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the problems and solutions below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Problem: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.
Page 249: Specifications
 From home, tap Apps > Settings > Mobile networks > Access Point Names > Menu > Reset to default. Problem: Battery level goes down quickly. Solution: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.
Page 250: Manage Your Account
Battery Specifications Item Description Voltage 3.8 V Type Lithium-ion Polymer Capacity 2200 mAh Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 4.4 x 35.3 x 89.5 mm Boost Account Information and Help Find out about managing your account online and on your phone, buying additional minutes for your plan, and getting help.
Page 251: Copyright Information
Re-Boost options. Copyright Information ©2016 Boost Worldwide, Inc. All rights reserved. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. ZTE and the ZTE logos are trademarks of the ZTE Corporation. Google and Android are trademarks of Google, Inc. ®...
Page 252 Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. Used with permission. For Assistance...
Page 253: Index
Index 3-way Calling, 81 Caller ID, 79 Accessibility, 237 Camera, 153 Accessory Port, 4 Settings, 164 Accounts Take a picture, 154 Add new, 235 Viewfinder, 153 Manage, 235 Car Kit Settings, 235 Connect, 147 Activation, 20, 241 Charger Port, 4 Airplane Mode, 33 Chrome, 130 Alarm, 176...
Page 254 Add account, 118 Headset Jack, 4 Features, 122 Home Screen, 52 Extended Home Screen, 53 Add Folders, 61 Facebook, 131 Add Shortcuts, 60 Share pictures and videos, 162 Add Widgets, 60 Factory Data Reset, 234 Customize, 58 Files Extended, 53 Transfer between phone and computer, 136 Hotspot, 141 Flash, 4...
Page 255 Save to contacts, 91 Contacts, 95 Phone Status, 242 Slide, 18 Phone Update Sound Settings, 213 PRL, 51 Speaker, 4 Profile, 51 Spread, 19 Picasa Status Bar, 54 Share pictures, 162 Status Icons, 54 Pictures Stopwatch, 179 Crop, 159 Storage Rotate, 158 Settings, 227 Share via Bluetooth, 162...
Page 256 Settings, 78 Secure credential storage, 208 Voice Search, 173 Wallpaper, 58, 212 Voice Typing, 39 Voicemail Launch connection, 125 Display name, 79 Widgets, 60 Greeting, 79 Wi-Fi, 137 Setup, 74 Settings, 196 Volume, 213 Turn on and connect, 137 Key, 4 World Clock, 178 VPN, 207 YouTube, 191...

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