Consumer Cellular ZMax 11, Quick Start Manual

Page 1: ...CONSUMER CELLULAR ZMax 11 QUICK START GUIDE ...

Page 2: ... 11 You ll find instructions to help you begin using your device If you need more assistance feel free to contact us by using the contact information listed below We re always happy to help you Need More Information Visit our website at ConsumerCellular com Help Call us at 888 835 6047 ...

Page 3: ... Notification Icons 7 Touch Screen and Navigation Keys 8 Opening Applications 8 Personalizing 8 Internet 9 Connecting via Wi Fi 9 Connecting via Mobile Network 9 Calling and Voicemail 10 Making a Call 10 Checking Voicemail 10 Address Book 11 Creating a New Contact 11 Importing Contacts in Batches 11 Text Messaging 12 Email 13 Setting up Gmail 13 Setting up Personal Email 13 ...

Page 4: ...o 16 Recording a Video 16 Playing Music 17 Connectivity 18 Connecting with a Bluetooth Headset 18 Google Play 19 For Your Safety 20 FCC RF Exposure Information SAR 20 FCC Regulations 21 Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Regulations for Mobile Phones 22 Distractions 24 Product Handling 25 Electrical Safety 30 CTIA Requirements 30 Radio Frequency Interference 32 Explosive Environments 33 Support 34 Warr...

Page 5: ...ever replace the included tray eject tool with other sharp objects Ensure that the tool is perpendicular to the hole Otherwise the phone may be damaged CHARGING THE BATTERY You should fully charge the battery as soon as possible WARNING Use only Consumer Cellular approved chargers and USB Type C cables The use of unapproved accessories could damage your phone or cause the battery to explode 1 Conn...

Page 6: ... TO KNOW YOUR PHONE Earpiece Front Camera nano SIM microSDXC Card Tray Power Lock Key Fingerprint Sensor Volume Key Indicator Light Proximity Light Sensor 3 5mm Headset Jack Touch Screen Charging USB Type C Jack ...

Page 7: ...5 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PHONE Microphone Speaker Microphone Back Cameras Flash ...

Page 8: ...ication icons PHONE AND SERVICE STATUS ICONS 4G LTE connected Do not disturb mode on Vibration mode Ringer off Battery low Battery full Battery charging Wired headset connected No signal Signal strength Airplane mode Connected to a Wi Fi network Speaker on Phone microphone off Location service enabled Alarm set ...

Page 9: ...7 NOTIFICATIONS NOTIFICATION ICONS New SMS MMS New Gmail message s Missed call Call in progress Call on hold New Wi Fi network detected microSDXC card mounted Upcoming event ...

Page 10: ...itch to the most recent app Back Key Tap to go to the previous screen Volume Key Press to turn the volume up or down NOTE Tap at the bottom left of the screen to hide the navigation keys swipe up from the bottom to restore the keys OPENING APPLICATIONS 1 Tap if the current screen is not the home screen 2 Swipe up on the screen 3 Swipe up or down on the screen and tap an app to open it PERSONALIZIN...

Page 11: ...gs Your phone also connects to previously linked networks when they are in range 3 Tap a network name to connect to it 4 If the network is secured enter a password or other credentials ask your network administrator for details and tap CONNECT NOTE Your phone supports 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi Fi CONNECTING VIA MOBILE NETWORK 1 Swipe up on the home screen and tap Network internet Mobile network 2 Slide...

Page 12: ...ace the call NOTE To call a contact swipe up on the home screen and tap tap a contact and then tap the number CHECKING VOICEMAIL 1 From the home screen tap 2 Press and hold the 1 Key If prompted enter your voicemail password 3 Follow the voice prompts to listen to and manage your voicemail messages NOTE For detailed information please contact Customer Service ...

Page 13: ...er email addresses and other information as shown 4 Tap Save to save the contact IMPORTING CONTACTS IN BATCHES 1 Swipe up on the home screen and tap 2 Tap Settings Import vcf file SIM card OK 3 Select the vCard file or the SIM card contacts you want to import If prompted select an account in which to save the contacts ...

Page 14: ...a contact in the list 3 Enter the message text If you want to send an MMS press and hold to record a voice message or tap to share your location tap or a file tap You can also tap to attach Gallery photos videos tap or capture a photo tap or a video clip tap Video 4 Tap to send the message Please don t text and drive ...

Page 15: ...tap Next or tap Create account 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to set up the account SETTING UP PERSONAL EMAIL 1 Swipe up on the home screen tap Add an email address and select an email server NOTE If another email account is already set up swipe up on the home screen and tap Accounts Add account and select an email account type 2 Enter the email address and tap NEXT 3 Enter the password t...

Page 16: ...e screen NOTE To add a shortcut to a home screen press and hold the app from the App Tray and drag it to a home screen REMOVING WIDGETS OR SHORTCUTS 1 Press and hold a widget or shortcut on the home screen 2 Tap Delete to remove it ORGANIZING SHORTCUTS WITH FOLDERS 1 Press and hold a shortcut 2 Drag it over another shortcut that you want to put together with the first one and release it A new fold...

Page 17: ...G HOME SCREENS APPLYING NEW WALLPAPERS 1 Press and hold an empty spot on a home screen 2 Tap Wallpaper 3 Tap a wallpaper thumbnail or tap GALLERY at the bottom 4 Tap SET AS and follow the instructions on the screen ...

Page 18: ...ject and make any necessary adjustments 3 Tap to start and to stop recording TIP While the recording is in progress you can tap to save the frame as a photo Capture a photo Adjust the focus point Scroll to switch mode View your photos and videos Turn HDR on off Change the flash setting Change beauty settings Select a filter Adjust the exposure Switch between the front and back cameras Change the c...

Page 19: ...S ONLY to play only the music on your phone 3 Tap Songs 4 Tap a song to play it Album artwork if available Return to the music library Drag the slider to jump to any part of the song Check the current playlist Access additional options Playback controls Skip songs pause resume playback or toggle shuffle and repeat ...

Page 20: ...nd tap Connected devices Pair new device NOTE Your phone automatically scans for and displays the IDs of all available Bluetooth devices in range 2 Tap the ID of the headset or any other device you want to pair with your phone Enter a passcode if prompted 3 If necessary tap the ID of the paired headset to connect with it TIP Tap next to the headset ID and then tap DISCONNECT to end the connection ...

Page 21: ...ce and or a significant amount of your personal data Scroll down and tap About this app App permissions to see what the app can access 4 Tap Install free apps or the price paid apps NOTE A payment method such as a credit debit card or Google Pay is required to purchase apps 5 For paid apps follow additional on screen instructions for payment 6 Wait for the app to be downloaded and installed automa...

Page 22: ...e the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network In general the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna the lower the power output The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1 6 W kg This device is complied with SA...

Page 23: ...hich do not contain metallic components to maintain a separation of 0 6 inches 15 mm between this device and your body RF exposure compliance with any body worn accessory that contains metal was not tested and certified and use of such body worn accessory should be avoided FCC REGULATIONS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This...

Page 24: ...ct the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Contact Customer Service at 888 835 6047 CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitt...

Page 25: ...ed Results will vary depending on the user s hearing device and hearing loss If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies tha...

Page 26: ...eets the M4 T3 level rating Hearing devices may also be rated Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating For more information about FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility please go to https www fcc gov general disability rights office DISTRACTIONS Driving Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an accident Using ...

Page 27: ... screen or camera lens may slow down the phone s reaction to your operations or interfere with the image quality Clean your phone and its accessories with a soft material such as cleaning cloth for eyeglass lenses Do not use alcohol or other corrosive substances for cleaning or allow them to get inside Do not expose your phone or its accessories to open flames or lit tobacco products Do not expose...

Page 28: ... may damage your device shorten its lifespan or cause a fire explosion or other hazards The recommended operating temperatures are 0 o C to 35 o C and the storage temperatures are 20 o C to 45 o C Extreme temperatures can damage the device and reduce the charging capacity and lifespan of your device and battery Do not remove the back cover The battery is not removable Removal may cause fire or exp...

Page 29: ...nd then store the device in a cool dry place If the battery damages or shows signs of swelling or leakage please stop use immediately and contact Customer Service or an authorized service provider for replacement Small Children Do not leave your phone and its accessories within the reach of small children or allow them to play with it They could hurt themselves or others or could accidentally dama...

Page 30: ...th great force and serious injury could occur Place your phone in a safe and secure area before driving your vehicle Seizures Blackouts Your phone can produce a bright or flashing light A small percentage of people may be susceptible to blackouts or seizures even if they have never had one before when exposed to flashing lights or light patterns such as when playing games or watching videos If you...

Page 31: ...ictive Text Take frequent breaks to stretch and relax Emergency Calls This phone like any other wireless phone operates using radio signals which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions Therefore you should not rely solely on any wireless phone for emergency communications Loud Noise This phone is capable of producing loud noises which may damage your hearing Turn down the volume before usin...

Page 32: ...stem Faulty and Damaged Products Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or its accessories Only qualified personnel can service or repair the phone or its accessories If your phone or its accessories has been submerged in water punctured or subjected to a severe fall do not use it until you have taken it to be checked at an authorized service center CTIA REQUIREMENTS Do not disassemble or open cr...

Page 33: ...r this standard IEEE Std 1725 Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazards Only authorized service providers shall replace the battery If the battery is non user replaceable Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations Battery usage by children should be supervised Avoid dropping the phone or battery If the phone or battery ...

Page 34: ...acemaker To achieve this use the phone on the opposite ear to your pacemaker and do not carry it in a breast pocket Hearing Aids People with hearing aids or other cochlear implants may experience interfering noises when using wireless devices or when one is nearby The level of interference depends on the type of the hearing device and the distance from the interference source Increasing the separa...

Page 35: ...a is included in the installation EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS Gas Stations and Explosive Atmospheres In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres obey all posted signs to turn off wireless devices such as your phone or other radio equipment Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres include fueling areas below decks on boats fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities and areas where the a...

Page 36: ...om your cellular phone If the call is completed correctly you will hear a recorded message telling you that your cellphone is working Check your minutes or change your plan With Consumer Cellular you are in control and can change your plan at any time To check your usage and change your plan just go to My Account at ConsumerCellular com or call 888 835 6047 any time The call is free ...

Page 37: ... a fault caused by an accident or a similar incident or damage liquid ingress negligence abnormal usage non maintenance or any other circumstances on the user s part Furthermore this guarantee will not apply to any fault caused by a thunderstorm or any other voltage fluctuations As a matter of precaution we recommend disconnecting the charger during a thunderstorm Batteries are consumables and are...

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