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Zte F153 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ZTE F153 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 Getting Started....................12 Install the (U)SIM Card ..................12 Insert the Battery....................13 Switch the Phone on and Connect the Charger..........14 Charging and Battery life ..................15 Basic Navigation ....................16 Enter your Contacts..................18 Edit your Contacts to Change Ringtones and Groups ........20 Set Speed Dials....................21...
  • Page 4 1.20 Use your Phone as a Music Player (MP3 Player)..........39 1.21 Synchronize with a network server (SyncML)........... 41 ...................... . 42 Advanced Operation ...................42 Use Join Me to Connect your Phone to your PC ..........42 Installing Join Me ..................... 43 Use Join Me to Copy your Pictures to your PC..........

  • 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 event contact please flush drop or throw the handset down roughly. thoroughly with water and consult a •...
  • Page 7 • Be careful not to pierce the battery with • Do not leave your handset at the bottom sharp objects and do not use damaged of a bag where it may be damaged by batteries. sharp objects. • Do not disassemble or modify the battery. •...

  • Page 8: Support Information

    Support Information • For technical support please consult this manual and search our web site and FAQ section at www.zte.com.au. For Warranty Service in the event of a fault please call 1800 670 796. • Please do not call the warranty service line for general support enquiries.
  • Page 9 Key Layout Earpiece Arrow Keys (Left/Right/Up/Down/OK) Left Select Key Right Select Key Call key End / Exit key Back key Clear key Lock the handset by Mute the handset by holding down the * Key holding down the # Key Microphone...
  • Page 10 Charger/USB port and Headset jack Left view Notes • The handset is available in various colours. For illustration purposes only the above images are shown in teal / black. • Keylock is enabled by holding the Key. • Mute is enabled by holding the # Key...
  • Page 11 Display Icons Signal Strength GPRS Signal Strength of the EDGE Network Network Signal Strength of the 3G Network Battery Level Indicator New SMS/MMS No Battery Warning New E-mail Missed Call New Wap Push Message Alarm is set SMS/MMS Memory is Full Call Forward is Active GPRS Attach Silent Mode...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started 1.1 Install the (U)SIM Card The (U)SIM 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

    1.2 Insert the Battery Remove the back cover by pressing gently and sliding down. 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.

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

    1.3 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 16 seconds to initialize. Enter the PIN number supplied by Telstra with your (U)SIM card.

  • Page 15: Charging And Battery Life

    1.4 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: Basic Navigation

    1.5 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 17 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 Back and Exit Keys Press the...

  • Page 18: Enter Your Contacts

    1.6 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 19 Add a contact from a received or dialled call number You can save a new contact from an incoming or dialled call number: • Press the key to bring up your Call List • The last call will be at the top of the list •...

  • Page 20: Edit Your Contacts To Change Ringtones And Groups

    1.7 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. •...

  • Page 21: Set Speed Dials

    1.8 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 22: Make A Call

    1.9 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 23 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 24: Send An Sms (Text Message)

    1.10 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 25: Emergency Calls

    1.11 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 26: Notes On Text Modes, Predictive Text And Special Characters

    1.12 Notes on Text modes, Predictive Text and Special Characters • Your current text mode is indicated by En (predictive text), 123, ABC or abc displayed directly beneath the battery symbol. • Use the # key to switch between different text modes En, 123, ABC and abc. •...
  • Page 27 built-in Dictionary which is called My Words. Press the Options key to access My Words My Words • From the text entry mode press the Options key and press OK for My Words • (The first time you use My Words press OK to add a new word) •...

  • Page 28: Personalise Your Phone

    message will be sent by 2 SMS Messages. If you use any of the underlined characters in your message the message length is limited to 70 characters. If you exceed 70 characters then the message will be sent using 2 SMS messages. 1.13 Personalise your Phone There are many ways to change the look and feel of your handset such as changing the background screen (wallpaper) and choosing your own ring tone etc Advanced options such...
  • Page 29 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 30 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 31 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 32: Using File Manager

    lose your content. It cannot be reset after it is locked. 1.14 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, and Others.

  • Page 33: Set Alarms And Appointments

    1.15 Set Alarms and Appointments Set Alarms From the main menu select Tools then scroll down to the Alarm menu and press OK. • Press Add to create a new alarm • In the Alarm Setup screen configure your alarm as required •...
  • Page 34 Set Appointments through the Calendar The Calendar is available through the Tools menu. Use the Calendar to set appointments and reminders. • From the Idle Screen press OK for the main menu. • Go to Tools then scroll down to the Calendar menu. Press OK to open. •...

  • Page 35: Send An E-Mail

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

  • Page 36: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)

    1.17 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 37: Browse The Internet Using Telstra My Place

    1.18 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 38: Download Music, Pictures, Ringtones And Games

    1.19 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 39: Use Your Phone As A Music Player (Mp3 Player)

    1.20 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 40 • Go to the Audios directory, My Audios and open the desired music file 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 Up / Down arrow keys to access your music files.

  • Page 41: Synchronize With A Network Server (Syncml)

    1.21 Synchronize with a Network Server (SyncML) You can use SyncML to enhance your Personal Information Management by synchronizing the contacts and calendar information on your handset with those on a network server. • From the Main Menu, go to Tools. •...

  • Page 42: Advanced Operation

    • It is not compatible with Windows 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 43: 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 44: Use Join Me To Copy Your Pictures To Your Pc

    2.3 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 45 Open the Media Tab in Join Me Open the My Pictures folder on My Phone down the bottom of the screen. Drag the picture from the file list up to a folder on your PC.

  • Page 46: Use Join Me To Copy Files From Your Pc To Your Phone

    2.4 Use Join Me to Copy 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 47 CD’s into MP3 files. Copy your selected MP3 File from your PC to the My Audios folder on your handset. Use drag and drop or Right click on the file, select Copy and then paste it into the correct destination.

  • Page 48: Enter Your Contacts Using Join Me

    2.5 Enter your Contacts using Join Me You can use Join Me to enter new contacts into your phone. On the phone book tab you can enter your contacts directly using the PC. Select “New Contact” then complete the details. Select Save Position;...
  • Page 49 Select All by checking this box. Drag and drop the complete list to Local to create a local copy on your PC...

  • Page 50: Import Your Contacts From Microsoft Outlook

    2.6 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 51: Use Join Me To Connect Your Pc To The Internet

    2.7 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 52 • The user name and password fields should be blank • Press OK to save your changes • You can now access the internet by going to the Internet tab and pressing Connect. • Once you are connected launch Internet Explorer to browse the internet in the usual way. Notes: •...

  • Page 53: 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 54: Other Facilities

    2.9 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 55 World Time World Time is accessible through 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 Arrow keys. • Select your city and then press the OK Key to save the selected city as your home time zone.
  • Page 56 Games & Apps • 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 •...
  • Page 57 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 58 Streaming URL Streaming URL are links to audio or video streaming content available through the browser. The streaming content is only available while you are connected to the server and depends on your network provider. • Press Add to add a new streaming URL. Enter title and URL address etc. Press Options for the submenu: •...

  • Page 59: Advanced Message Settings

    2.10 Advanced Message Settings You can configure your MMS, SMS and Email Settings. From the Main Menu go to Message, 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 60 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 61 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 62: Advanced Handset Settings

    2.11 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 63: Advanced Call Settings

    2.12 Advanced Call Settings From the Main Menu go to Settings then press the Right Arrow Key 4 times for Call Settings Voice Mail • Your Voice mail number is preset to +61101. You can access your Voicemail by using the Speed dial 1 key.
  • Page 64 • Bar all outgoing calls: Calls cannot be made. • Bar outgoing calls (international): International calls cannot be made. • Outgoing international calls except for calls to the home country: When abroad international calls can only be made to numbers to your home country. •...

  • Page 65: Technical Information And Help

    Technical Information and Help 3.1 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 (U)SIM card. See Installing the Insert (U)SIM (U)SIM Card Enter password or...
  • Page 66 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 67: Glossary Of Terms

    3.2 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 Name. This is the gateway to Internet Services Avatar is a small bit-map cartoon style picture HSDPA High Speed Digital Packet Access.

  • Page 68: Technical Parameters

    3.3 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 47mm × 106mm × 14.5mm Weight Approx 88g (Including standard battery) Features MP4 video, MP3 audio, USB connectivity, MIDP 2.0 JAVA 225MHz Processor, 262K Colour Screen, MMS Video and Picture, E-mail, Calendar,.

  • Page 69: Character Chart

    3.4 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 70: 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 71: Menu Listing

    Menu Listing 1) Tools 2) Messages 2) Messages 3) Games & apps 1. File Manager 1. New Message Email Applications 2. Alarm 2. Inbox (0/0) 1. New Email Download applications 3. Calendar 3. Outbox (0) 2. Inbox (0/0) Downloads 4. Stopwatch 4.
  • Page 72 Profiles 7) Settings 8) Multimedia 9) Browser 1. General Screen Home 2. Meeting 1. Wallpaper Go to Digi.Eq 3. Outdoor 2. Backlight Bookmarks 1. Media Player 4. Silent duration History Security 3. Brightness Page Memo Favourites 1. Activate security codes 4.
  • Page 73 Index Advanced Operation ...42 Contacts ....18, 20 Mute......30 Appointments ....33 Dictionary ....26 My Place .....37 Background....28 Download Music ..38 My Words....27 Backlight Duration ..30 E-Mail ......35 Network time....62 Battery ....13, 15 Emergency Calls ..25 Owner name ....31 Bigpond.......38 En ......
  • Page 74 Speed Dial ....21 Troubleshooting..65 Wallpaper....28 Stopwatch ....54 USB......14 WAP ......57 Streaming URL ...58 USIM card ....12 Warranty .......8 SyncML.......41 Vibrate Mode ....29 Workdays....33 Technical Parameters68, 69 Voice Mail....63 World Time....55...

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