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  • Page 1 CDMA 1X Digital Mobile Phone User Manual...
  • Page 2 ZTE Corporation. ZTE Corporation operates a policy of continuous development. ZTE Corporation reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FCC Notice........................17 Use Your Phone with a Hearing Aid Device..............18 Turn on the HAC Setting ....................19 Copyright Notice......................19 2. Introduction..................20 Overview ........................20 What’s Included......................20 C79 Technical Specifications..................21 Phone at a Glance......................21...

  • Page 4: Basic Operations

    C79 User manual Key Definitions....................... 22 User Interface ........................ 24 Indicators and Icons....................... 25 3. Set up Your Phone ................26 Battery ........................... 26 Install the Battery ....................26 Charge the Battery....................27 Remove the Battery ....................28 Memory Card ......................... 28 Insert the microSD Memory Card ................
  • Page 5 C79 User manual In-Call Features......................33 Three-Way Call ......................34 Call Waiting ........................35 5. Entering Text ..................36 Key Functions ....................... 36 Text Input Modes......................37 6. Contacts ....................39 Contact List ........................40 New Contact........................41 Groups .......................... 42 Speed Dials........................
  • Page 6 C79 User manual Preview........................47 Erase Item ......................47 Cc/Bcc/Sub ......................47 Save To Drafts....................... 47 Quick Text ......................47 Signature ....................... 48 Message Priority ....................48 Inbox..........................48 Read a Message....................48 Reply to a Message ....................49 Outbox........................... 49 Drafts..........................
  • Page 7 C79 User manual Adding Music to Your Phone ................. 54 Create a Play List ....................55 Manage a Play List ....................55 Control the Music Player..................56 Camera ......................... 57 Take Pictures ......................57 View Your Photos....................58 MyTunes ........................58 Play Your Tunes....................
  • Page 8 C79 User manual Edit an Alarm ......................65 Alarm Options ......................66 Calendar ........................66 Add an Appointment ....................66 View an Appointment ..................... 66 Calendar Options ....................67 Tip Calc ......................... 67 World Clock ........................67 Voice Memo........................68 Record a Voice Memo....................
  • Page 9 C79 User manual Pair with a New Bluetooth Device................73 GPS ..........................74 System .......................... 74 Call Setup......................74 Saving Options ...................... 74 Memory Info ......................75 Phone Info......................75 System Settings ....................75 TTY Mode ......................75 Security ......................... 76 HAC Mode......................
  • Page 10 C79 User manual Your handset contains delicate electronic circuitry, magnets and battery systems. You should treat it with care and give particular attention to the following points: Do not allow the handset, battery or accessories to come into contact with liquids or moisture at any time.
  • Page 11 C79 User manual Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard. Do not disassemble or open, crush, bend or deform, puncture, or shred.
  • Page 12 Third party equipment: The use of third party equipment, cables, or accessories, not made or authorized by ZTE, may invalidate the warranty of your phone and also adversely affect the phone’s safety and operation. Remember to make backup copies of all important data on your handset.
  • Page 13 Many jurisdictions have laws and regulations about taking pictures in public or private areas regarding the processing and further use of such pictures. ZTE encourages its customers to obey all laws and to honor the personal rights of others.
  • Page 14 C79 User manual Your phone contains metal, which may cause you to develop an itch, rash or eczema depending on your physical condition. Do not leave the phone discharged or without a battery for a long period of time. Otherwise some data may be erased.

  • Page 15: Third Party Equipment

    The use of third party equipment, cables or accessories, not made or authorized by ZTE, may invalidate the warranty of the handset and also adversely affect the handset’s operation. For example, use only the ZTE charger supplied with the handset.
  • Page 16 While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various ZTE phone models, they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves.
  • Page 17 C79 User manual emergency calls cannot be guaranteed. You should never rely on any wireless device for essential communication like medical emergencies. This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 18 Not all phones have been rated. Phones that have been rated have a label on the box. Your C79 has been tested for hearing aid device compatibility and has an M4 and/or T4 rating.

  • Page 19: Turn On The Hac Setting

    When the HAC setting is on, your C79 sends the audio from your phone calls to the telecoil rather than to the microphone of your hearing aid. You are likely to hear calls much better because volume is increased and background noise and feedback are diminished.

  • Page 20: For Your Safety

    C79 User manual Thank you for purchasing the ZTE C79 Mobile Phone. The C79 is capable of making voice calls, PTT (Push to Talk) calls and data connections to CDMA 1x networks. This phone provides many functions which are practical for daily use, including a camera, wireless internet browser, music player etc.
  • Page 21 C79 User manual Handset Type Dimensions (L×W×H) 103.5×50×18.8 mm(4.07×1.97×0.74 in) Weight 105 g (including battery) Continuous Standby Time 180 hours(subject to the network) Continuous Talk Time 220 minutes(subject to the network) [1] Camera Lens [5] Camera Key [2] Outer Display...
  • Page 22 C79 User manual Left Soft Key – Execute prompts that appear in the lower-left corner of the screen, directly above the button. These prompts change according to the screen content. Right Soft Key – Execute prompts that appear in the lower-right corner of the screen, directly above the button.
  • Page 23 C79 User manual External Player Control Keys – Control the music player. : Short press the key for skipping forward to the next track and long press the key for fast forward within the track. : Press the key for play/pause.

  • Page 24: User Interface

    C79 User manual Back Key – Deletes characters during text entry. This key returns to the previous page during menu navigation and web browsing. Speaker Key – Activates and de-activates the speakerphone function during voice calls. Quick access to the music player when it is pressed in standby mode.
  • Page 25 C79 User manual Signal Strength No Signal Call Connect Battery Status New Voice Mail New SMS Message New MMS Message New MMS and SMS Message New Web Message New Voice Mail and Web Message 1x Service Missed Call High SMS Priority...

  • Page 26: Set Up Your Phone

    C79 User manual This chapter outlines the steps required to set up your phone, power-on and activate on your service provider’s network. Follow the procedure below step-by-step to get started. Please switch off your phone and disconnect the charger with it before removing the battery.

  • Page 27: Charge The Battery

    C79 User manual Charge the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is not fully charged when you purchase your phone, but there may be enough power in the battery to turn the phone on. Charge the battery with the procedure indicated below.

  • Page 28: Remove The Battery

    C79 User manual Remove the Battery If you need to remove your phone’s battery, please follow the procedure indicated below: Slide the back cover toward the bottom of the phone and lift off the back cover. Insert your fingernail into the finger grip the slot on the bottom of the battery. Lift the bottom of the battery away from the handset.

  • Page 29: Remove The Microsd Memory Card

    C79 User manual Firmly insert the microSD card into the slot until it clicks into place. Close the rubber memory card access door. Remove the microSD Memory Card Open the rubber microSD access door located on the side of the phone and rotate it 90 degrees.
  • Page 30 C79 User manual By setting the handset lock code, you can protect your phone against unauthorized use. To Lock the phone, hold the # key for about 3 seconds in standby mode and enter the handset lock code, the phone will be locked.

  • Page 31: Use The Keypad

    C79 User manual Use the Keypad Enter a phone number including the full area code by using the numeric keypad. If an incorrect character is entered, use the Back key to delete the digit. Pressing the Back key for a while will erase all digits before the cursor.

  • Page 32: Use A Number From The Call History

    C79 User manual Use a Number from the Call History Generally, all calls you have made or received are saved in a list on the phone. You may use the Send Key as a short cut key to “All Calls” from the idle screen.
  • Page 33 C79 User manual When you receive a call, the ring tone, illumination or vibration function will be activated, depending on your current settings. If the Caller ID function has been activated by the caller, the caller’s phone number will be displayed. If the calling party use the service hiding their phone number, your phone will show that the phone number has been withheld.

  • Page 34: In-Call Features

    C79 User manual Speakerphone Your phone has a speakerphone function that allows you to talk hands-free with the use of the phone’s external speaker. To talk with speakerphone, press the Speaker key on the keypad after the call has been connected. Press the Speaker key again to return to the standard call mode.

  • Page 35: Call Waiting

    C79 User manual Press the Send key again to end the call with the Party B. You may press the End key to end both calls. Your phone can accept phone calls while another call is active. You can manage the phone’s...

  • Page 36: Key Functions

    C79 User manual Function Description Execute prompts that appear in the lower-left Left soft key corner of the screen, directly above the button Execute prompts that appear in the lower-right Right soft key corner of the screen, directly above the button Confirm actions and make selections.

  • Page 37: Text Input Modes

    C79 User manual End key Exit Enter characters 0-9 and the letters from a-z. In 0-9 keys text input mode, use key 1 to enter punctuation … marks and symbols. Delete the previous character during text editing. Back key Long pressing the Back key erases all text.
  • Page 38 C79 User manual In Alphabetic mode, the alphanumeric keys from 2 to 9 are used to enter letters and numbers. You can enter the letter among the letters displayed on the keypad by pressing the keypad once and once again, and wait for a while until the underline of the entering letter disappears, the letter will be entered successfully.

  • Page 39: Contacts

    C79 User manual Your phone has an address book capable of storing 500 contacts containing phone numbers, E-mail addresses and many other fields. To enter the contact list from the standby mode, select Menu→Contacts. This menu allows you to save and manage contact address information. In Contacts you can add a new address, or search saved contact addresses by name.

  • Page 40: Contact List

    C79 User manual Select Contact List to view the listing of all contacts stored on your phone. You may scroll up or down the list using the UP/DOWN key, and press OK to view the desired contact information. Pressing Options will display the following pop-up menu: New Contact: Add a new contact.

  • Page 41: New Contact

    C79 User manual The New Contact menu allows you to add a new contact record. The following information can be stored for each contact: Name: Contact name. Mobile1: Mobile phone number. Home: Home phone number. Office: Office phone number. Mobile2: Mobile phone number.

  • Page 42: Groups

    C79 User manual The Groups menu allows you to add contacts to any of the five caller groups. The following are available from the Groups menu: Edit: Rename the selected group. Msg: Switch to the contact list for the desired group. You can mark recipients from the group to whom you can send an MMS or SMS message.

  • Page 43: Calls

    C79 User manual Your phone has a call history feature that automatically stores information about incoming, outgoing and missed calls. You may use the Send Key as a short cut key to All Calls from the idle screen. You may navigate through the Calls interface with the UP/DOWN key and press OK key to view the information below: List of all incoming, outgoing and missed calls.

  • Page 44: Call Timers

    C79 User manual Displays calls received by the phone. Displays calls made from the phone. The Call Timers feature allows you to view the approximate duration of your calls, as well as data transferred and data connection time. You can reset the information such as Last Call, Total Dialed Calls, Total Received Calls, Data Transferred and Connection Time by selecting the Reset on the right soft key.

  • Page 45: Messaging

    C79 User manual Your phone has the functionalities of sending and receiving text messages (SMS), multimedia messages (MMS) and voice mail messages. To enter the messaging interface from standby mode, select Menu→Messaging. The Send New selection is used to create and send a message with the composer. To create a message, enter a phone number or E-mail address in the To field.

  • Page 46: Entering Text

    C79 User manual Select to select the contact. You may scroll down to select multiple recipients. After the desired numbers have been selected, press OK to add the recipients to the message. Note: You may send an SMS to a maximum of 10 recipients, and an MMS to a maximum of 30 recipients, inclusive of the To, Cc and Bcc fields.

  • Page 47: Slide

    C79 User manual Slide Enter the slide interface Add A Slide: Switch to the slide interface. Delete Slide: Delete the current slide. Previous Slide: View the previous slide. Next Slide: View the next slide, when more than one slides have been added.

  • Page 48: Signature

    C79 User manual Signature Input your pre-defined signature. See Settings – Message Settings – Signature for information on how to create a customized signature. Message Priority Set the priority for the message. If you set high priority to the message, it will be an exclamation mark displayed on the message icon when the message listed in the message box.

  • Page 49: Reply To A Message

    C79 User manual Reply to a Message Highlight the desired message and press the Reply or View→Reply. Compose your reply message. For more information about creating messages, refer to Send New. The Outbox folder contains all messages that were unsuccessfully sent during the last attempt.

  • Page 50: Saved

    C79 User manual The Saved folder contains saved text and multimedia messages. From this folder you can edit and resend your messages. The messages that are saved in this folder will not be deleted automatically. You can view a saved message by highlighting the desired message and selecting View. You can also reply to messages by pressing Reply.

  • Page 51: Settings

    C79 User manual This menu allows you to customize the options to fit your preferences. From the standby mode, select Menu→Messaging→Settings to access the settings menu. Message Settings Save To Sent Box: Set whether messages are saved to the Sent folder.

  • Page 52: Browser

    C79 User manual The browser feature on your phone allows you to view internet content. You can view specially designed versions of popular websites which include sports, weather, news, stock quotes and many others. As well, you can download ringtones and wallpapers from your service provider.
  • Page 53 C79 User manual Advanced: View the advanced menu for the Browser. Home: Allow you to view the homepage URL. Multimedia: Allow setting preferences for display pictures and background music. Clear Memory: Allow clearing of the stored cookies, cache, etc. Scroll Mode: Settings for the scroll mode and scroll speed of web pages.

  • Page 54: Music & Media

    C79 User manual Your phone has the capability of playing music, playing voice memos and ringtones and capturing images. This functionality is all accessible through the Music & Media menu. To access Music & Media, select Menu→Music & Media from standby mode.

  • Page 55: Create A Play List

    To add music files, make sure the memory card is inserted in the phone and use the USB cable to connect your C79 to your PC. Then simply drag and drop or copy music files into the mymusic folder on the memory card.

  • Page 56: Control The Music Player

    C79 User manual Use Options→Rename to rename and existing list. Control the Music Player When you use the music player to enjoy music, the Navigation Keys (LEFT/RIGHT keys) and OK Key are used to control the play. The UP navigation key allows you to move up and select a new music file, the DOWN navigation key allows you to move down and select a new music file.

  • Page 57: Camera

    C79 User manual The Camera function allows you to take pictures with your phone. To access your camera, select Menu→Music & Media→Camera from standby mode. Shortcut: You can quickly access the Camera application by long pressing the Camera key on the left side of the phone in standby mode.

  • Page 58: View Your Photos

    C79 User manual Shutter Sound: Select your desired shutter sound. Save To: Choose the saving location to Phone or MicroSD. View Your Photos You can view your previously taken images and the download images by selecting the MyImages located on the right soft key. For more information, see the MyImages sections.

  • Page 59: Myimages

    C79 User manual Rename: Rename the tune. Delete: Delete the tune. Mark All: Mark all the tunes in the folder. File Info: View the file property of the tune. DRM Digital Info: View the DRM detail digital information. (This menu only displays for the DRM file) Your phone is able to mange the image in the format of JPG, GIF, BMP and PNG.

  • Page 60: Mymusic

    C79 User manual Move to MicroSD/Phone: Move the image to the microSD or Phone. Rename: Rename the image. Delete: Delete the image. Mark All: Mark all the images in the folder. File Info: View the file property of the image.

  • Page 61: Preload Files

    C79 User manual The preload files folder is a convenient way to organize all the preload tunes, images of your handset. To access the preload files folder from standby mode, select Menu→Music & Media→Preloaded Files. In this folder you will be able to access the folders Tunes and Images.

  • Page 62: Memory Info

    C79 User manual The Memory Info selection allows you to view the details about the space used and available memory. To view the memory information from standby mode, select Menu→Music & Media→Memory Info.

  • Page 63: Games

    C79 User manual Your phone is capable of playing a variety of games that are available through your service provider. To access the Games folder from standby mode, select Menu→Games. Please follow the instructions on the screen to play the game.

  • Page 64: Tools

    C79 User manual The Tools menu provides helpful software applications to assist with daily tasks, such as a calculator, alarm clock, voice memo, world clock etc. To access the Tools folder, select Menu →Tools from standby mode. Your mobile phone comes with a built-in calculator capable of performing addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

  • Page 65: Alarm Clock

    C79 User manual DOWN key: subtract. LEFT key: multiply. RIGHT key: divide. Enter the next number with the keypad. Press Equal to view the result. The alarm function allows you to set up multiple separate alarms. To access the alarm clock function, select Menu→Tools→Alarm Clock from standby mode.

  • Page 66: Alarm Options

    C79 User manual Alarm Options To access the alarm settings, press Options. The following options are available: Set Alarm: Edit the highlighted alarm entry. Set Rest Days: Set the rest days that the alarm will not alert when the alarm in weekdays type.

  • Page 67: Calendar Options

    C79 User manual Calendar Options To access the Calendar settings, press the Options located on the left soft key. The following options are available: Go To Date: Input a date and press OK to jump to the specified date. Delete Entries: Delete the In This Day, Before Date, and All Entries appointments.

  • Page 68: Voice Memo

    C79 User manual You may press the DST to enable or disable daylight savings time. The Cities sets the default time zone for the phone. You can use your phone to record brief memos to remind yourself of important events, phone numbers or other information.

  • Page 69: Incoming Calls

    C79 User manual The settings menu allows you to customize your phone’s display, sound, and various other settings based on your preferences. In the standby mode, select Menu→Settings to access the settings menu. Various phone settings are available within the Settings menu. Highlight the desired selection and press OK key to view or change the current settings.

  • Page 70: Keypad Tone

    C79 User manual Voice Calls: Caller ID: Edit the ringtone for calls with caller ID tags. Unknown Calls: Set the ringtone for blocked or restricted phone numbers. Roaming: Set the ringtone for roaming. Messages: Voice Mail: Select the Voice Mail indicator sound.

  • Page 71: Power On/Off Tone

    C79 User manual Power On/Off Tone The Power On/Off setting allows you to enable or disable the music played during power on/off of the handset. Alerts The alerts menu allows you to change the sound settings for various alerts on your phone. To access the alerts menu, select Menu→Settings→Sound Settings→Alerts from standby...

  • Page 72: Language

    C79 User manual Backlight: Set the screen and keypad backlight to be Always Off, 3 Seconds, 10 Seconds or 20 Seconds. Clock Format: Change the format of the clock between Digital and Large Digital. Menu Style: Choose between Icon and List menu style.

  • Page 73: Bluetooth Device

    C79 User manual Discovery Mode: Disable or enable discovery mode for 60 seconds. Turn discovery mode on for 60 seconds to allow other devices to find your handset. Device Name: Set the Bluetooth device name for your phone. This name will appear on other Bluetooth devices when your phone is located.

  • Page 74: System

    C79 User manual Once paired, you will see the device listed in the Paired Devices menu, and the Bluetooth icon will appear on the status bar. Your phone’s GPS features enable service providers to locate your position in emergencies, or for other services to request your position.

  • Page 75: Phone Info

    Your handset is a TTY compatible device. Simply connect the TTY equipment to the USB jack with the ZTE TTY-to-USB connector. To access the phone’s TTY settings, select Menu→ Settings→System→TTY mode. Use the UP and DOWN keys to choose between the...

  • Page 76: Security

    TTY Off: Users who can hear and speak may use this setting to disable TTY support. Connecting to TTY Equipment Connect the cable from the TTY device into the ZTE TTY-to-USB connector. Plug the USB connector into the jack on the right side of the phone.

  • Page 77: Hac Mode

    C79 User manual The following options are available: Lock Mode: Choose between Unlock, Lock and On Power Up. In Lock mode, the phone is only able to receive calls or make emergency calls. The On Power-Up setting will automatically lock your phone when it is powered on.
  • Page 78 C79 User manual To enable Airplane Mode, select Menu→Settings from standby mode. Highlight Airplane Mode: On/off and press Select.
  • Page 79 C79 User manual Abbreviation Description A2DP Advanced Audio Distribution Profile Alternating Current Application Download Sever AVRCP Audio/Video Remote Control Profile BREW Binary Runtime Environment for Wireless CDMA Code Division Multiple Access Daylight Saving Time Hearing Aid Compatibility Hands-free Profile Headset Profile...
  • Page 80 C79 User manual Personal Computer Push To Talk Radio Frequency Secure Digital System Identifier Short Messaging Service Teletype Uniform Resource Locator Universal Serial Bus Very Important Person...

  • Page 81: General Care

    Bluetooth Manager, 72 For Your Safety, 10, 20, 77 Pair with a New Bluetooth Device, 73 Games, 63 Browser, 52 General Care, 10 C79 Technical Specifications, 21 General Guidelines, 13 Calculator, 64 GPS, 25, 74, 79 Calendar Groups, 40, 42...

  • Page 82: Road Safety

    C79 User manual Reply to a Message, 49 Outbox, 49 In-Call Features, 33 Outgoing Calls, 32, 44 Incoming Calls, 32, 44 Overview, 20 Indicators and Icons, 25 Phone at a Glance, 21 Introduction, 20 Play Your Tunes, 58 Key Definitions, 22...

  • Page 83: Vehicles Equipped With An Air Bag

    C79 User manual System Tunes, 58, 61 Call Setup, 33, 74 Turn on the HAC Setting, 19, 77 HAC Mode, 77 Use Your Phone with a Hearing Aid Device, Memory Info, 40, 51, 62, 67, 75 Phone Info, 75 User Interface, 24...

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