Zte N800 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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martinezbethJul 30, 2025
Why does my Zte Cell Phone have poor reception?
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  Richard WareJul 30, 2025
  Poor reception on your Zte Cell Phone can occur if the network signal is weak at your location, such as in a basement or near a tall building. Wireless transmissions may not effectively reach these areas. Moving to a location where the network signal can be properly received can resolve this. Also, the network might be busy, especially during peak times. Try avoiding phone use during these times or wait a short while before trying again. Finally, you might be too far from your service provider's base station. In this case, you can request a service area map from them.
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Tara ShawAug 4, 2025
Why does my Zte N800 Cell Phone have shortened standby time?
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  Vicki RiggsAug 4, 2025
  The standby time of your Zte Cell Phone can be shortened due to several reasons. If you are in an area with a weak signal, the phone continuously searches for a base station, consuming battery power. Try moving to an area with better network access or temporarily turning off your phone. A depleted or old battery, especially in high-temperature environments, will also shorten standby time, so consider using a new battery. Also, the standby time is related to your service provider system configuration, so the same phone used with different service providers’ systems will not provide exactly the same length of standby time. If you are located in an area where signaling is weak, temporarily power off the phone.
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brownchristopherAug 10, 2025
Why am I unable to select certain features on my Zte N800 Cell Phone?
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  Henry DukeAug 10, 2025
  You might be unable to select certain features on your Zte Cell Phone because your service provider does not support them, or you haven't applied for services that provide these features. Also, the phone’s temperature being below 0 °C or higher than 45 °C may affect the ability to select certain features. Adjust the battery charging environment to avoid extremes of temperature.
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Renee BriggsAug 16, 2025
Why does my Zte N800 have echo or noise during calls?
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  Nicole ArroyoAug 16, 2025
  Echo or noise during calls on your Zte Cell Phone can be due to poor network link quality from your service provider or poor local telephone line quality. Ending the call and dialing again might switch you to a better-quality network link or phone line.
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James FarleyAug 22, 2025
What to do if I am unable to enter information into the phonebook of my Zte N800?
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  pagejustinAug 22, 2025
  If you can't enter information into your Zte Cell Phone's phonebook, it might be because the phonebook memory is full. Delete unnecessary data from the contacts. Also, try uninstalling the software that may cause the problem or upgrading the phone software.

Zte N800 Specifications

General

Weight	130 g (4.59 oz)
SIM	Mini-SIM
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Colors	Black
Network	CDMA
Display Type	TFT touchscreen, 256K colors
Memory Card slot	microSD
Bluetooth	A2DP
GPS	Yes
Stand-by	Up to 200 h
Talk time	Up to 4 h

Summary

Getting Started with Your ZTE N800

Getting to Know Your Phone

Overview of phone's physical components and their functions.

Understanding the Phone Keys

Explains the function of each physical button on the phone.

Installing the Phone Battery

Step-by-step guide for inserting and removing the phone's battery.

Installing the microSD Card

Instructions for installing and removing a microSD card.

Charging Your Phone Battery

Guidance on how to charge the phone's battery and safety precautions.

Setting Up Your New Phone

Steps to activate and configure the phone for first-time use.

Activating Your ZTE Phone

Process for activating a new phone with the service provider.

Extending Battery Life

Tips and methods to conserve battery power for longer usage.

Powering Your Phone On and Off

Instructions on how to turn the phone on and off.

Locking and Unlocking Screen and Keys

How to lock and unlock the phone's screen and keys.

Using the Touch Screen Gestures

Explains various touch gestures and their uses on the phone screen.

Navigating the Home Screen

Introduction to the home screen layout and customization options.

Personalizing Your Phone Settings

Changing System Language

How to select and set the phone's display language.

Setting Date and Time

Instructions for configuring the phone's date and time settings.

Customizing Ringtone and Notification Sound

Customizing ringtones and notification sounds for calls and alerts.

Adjusting Volume Levels

Guide to adjusting various audio volume levels on the phone.

Switching to Silent Mode

Methods to set the phone to silent or vibrate mode.

Applying New Wallpapers

Steps to set a new background wallpaper for the home screen.

Changing Screen Brightness

Adjusting the display brightness for optimal viewing.

Securing Your Phone with Screen Locks

Setting up screen locks like pattern, PIN, or password.

Knowing the Basics of Your Phone

Monitoring Phone Status Icons

Understanding various status icons in the phone's status bar.

Managing Notifications

How to view and manage notifications using the notification panel.

Managing Shortcuts and Widgets

Adding, moving, and resizing shortcuts and widgets on the home screen.

Organizing Apps with Folders

Creating, renaming, and managing folders for app icons.

Entering Text on the Keyboard

How to use the on-screen keyboard and change input methods.

Connecting to Networks and Devices

Connecting to Mobile Networks

Managing mobile data usage and network connections.

Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks

Steps to turn on Wi-Fi and connect to a wireless network.

Connecting via Bluetooth

Pairing and managing Bluetooth connections with other devices.

Connecting to Computer via USB

How to connect the phone to a computer using a USB cable.

Connecting to Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

Setting up and connecting to VPN for secure network access.

Phone Calls Management

Placing and Ending Calls

Procedures for making and terminating phone calls.

Answering or Rejecting Incoming Calls

How to answer, reject, or respond to incoming calls.

Working With the Call Log

Managing call history, redialing, and adding contacts from logs.

Calling Your Contacts

Procedures for calling contacts from the phone's contact list.

Making Emergency Calls

How to make emergency calls, including from a locked screen.

Managing Contacts (People)

Adding a New Contact

Steps to add new contacts to the phone's address book.

Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts

Managing contacts by importing, exporting, or sharing them.

Working With Contact Groups

Creating, managing, and deleting contact groups.

Editing Contact Details

Modifying existing contact details and setting custom ringtones.

Managing Accounts

Adding or Removing Accounts

Managing Google, Exchange, and other accounts on the phone.

Configuring Account Synchronization

Setting up automatic or manual synchronization for accounts.

Email Management

Setting Up Your First Email Account

Guide to configuring the initial email account on the phone.

Checking Your Emails

How to automatically or manually check for new emails.

Writing and Sending an Email

Composing and sending new email messages with attachments.

Adding Email Signatures

Setting up a custom signature for outgoing emails.

Messaging Features

Opening the Messaging Screen

Accessing the messaging application and its main functions.

Sending a Text Message (SMS)

Steps to compose and send SMS messages.

Sending a Multimedia Message (MMS)

How to send MMS messages with media or subjects.

Replying to Messages

Responding to received text or multimedia messages.

Deleting Messages or Threads

Removing individual messages or entire conversation threads.

Using the Calendar

Viewing Calendars and Events

Selecting visible calendars and changing calendar views.

Creating a New Event

Adding new events, meetings, or appointments to the calendar.

Editing or Deleting Calendar Events

Modifying or removing existing calendar events.

Web Browser Usage

Opening the Web Browser

Launching the web browser application.

Browsing Web Pages and Searching

Navigating to websites and performing web searches.

Setting the Homepage

Configuring the default page that opens in the browser.

Working With Opened Web Pages

Basic operations like scrolling, zooming, and following links.

Using Multiple Browser Tabs

Opening and switching between multiple web pages simultaneously.

Downloading Files from the Web

Saving files from web pages to the phone.

Using Bookmarks

Saving and accessing favorite web pages.

Viewing Browsing History

Reviewing previously visited web pages.

Maps, Navigation, and Local Services

Activating Location Services

Enabling location services for maps and navigation features.

Getting Your Current Location

Finding your current geographical location on the map.

Searching for Locations

Finding specific places, addresses, or businesses.

Getting Directions to Your Destination

Obtaining turn-by-turn directions for travel.

Sharing Your Location

Managing location sharing and viewing friends' locations.

Camera Operations

Capturing a Photo

Taking still images using the phone's camera.

Customizing Camera Settings

Adjusting various camera parameters for photos.

Taking a Panoramic Photo

Capturing wide-angle panoramic images.

Recording a Video

Shooting video clips with the phone's camcorder.

Customizing Camcorder Settings

Adjusting video recording quality and features.

Gallery and Media Management

Opening the Gallery App

Accessing the photo and video viewing application.

Working With Photo Albums

Organizing and managing photos and videos in albums.

Working With Pictures

Viewing, sharing, and deleting individual pictures.

Retouching Your Pictures

Editing and enhancing photos using built-in tools.

Music Playback

Copying Music Files to Your Phone

Transferring music files from a computer or the internet.

Viewing Your Music Library

Browsing and organizing audio files by albums, artists, etc.

Playing Music Tracks

Listening to music tracks and controlling playback.

Managing Music Playlists

Creating, adding to, and managing music playlists.

Video Player Usage

Opening the Video Library

Accessing the video playback application.

Playing and Controlling Videos

Playing videos and using playback controls.

Managing Video Files

Deleting, sharing, renaming, and viewing video file details.

Sound Recorder

Recording a Voice Memo

Capturing audio recordings using the sound recorder.

Playing a Voice Memo

Listening to recorded voice memos.

Additional Phone Applications

Setting Alarms and Bed Clock

Setting alarms and using the bedside clock function.

Using the Calculator

Using the phone's built-in calculator.

Browsing with Chrome

Browsing the web using the Chrome browser.

Managing Downloads

Managing downloaded files from various apps.

Using the File Manager

Accessing and organizing files on the phone and memory card.

Phone Settings Configuration

Wireless & Networks Settings

Configuring airplane mode, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connections.

Mobile Network Settings

Managing mobile data usage and network settings.

Device Settings Overview

Adjusting sound, display, and date/time configurations.

Personal Settings Configuration

Configuring location services and security options.

System Settings Overview

Configuring accessibility, developer options, and device activation.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Resolving Poor Network Reception

Solutions for weak network signal and busy network conditions.

Addressing Echo or Noise in Calls

Addressing issues with call quality like echo or background noise.

Troubleshooting Battery Charging Issues

Solutions for battery charging problems due to damage or temperature.

Resolving Network Connectivity Problems

Resolving issues with network connectivity and signal strength.

Fixing Phone Crashes and Freezes

Addressing software compatibility and system stability issues.

Regulatory Information

FCC Regulations and Compliance

Information on FCC rules, interference, and operating conditions.

RF Exposure Information (SAR)

Information regarding radio frequency energy exposure limits and SAR.

Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations

Details on phone compliance with hearing aid compatibility standards.

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