Quick Start Guide

ZTE Unite

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III

U.S. Cellular

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Customer

Service 1-888-944-9400

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Version No. : 1.0

Edition Time: August 24, 2015

ZTE Unite III Quick Start Guide

Getting Started

The following figure shows the appearance of the device. It is only for your reference. The actual device may be different.

Part

Display

SIM Card Slot

Micro USB Port

Battery Cover

Power Key

Lock Key

Description

View device status. Use touch screen gestures (tap, swipe, flick, etc.) to access menus and additional screens.

Install the micro-SIM card.

Connect the micro USB cable for charging or tethered connections.

Remove the battery cover to remove or insert the battery.

Toggle power on or off.

Press to lock or unlock the LCD screen.

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Screen Indicators

When the device is powered on, the following icons will appear on the LCD screen, with the corresponding indicators listed in the table below:

Icon Indication

Network signal strength.

Icon Indication

Roaming network indication.

Network type. 1X/3G/4G LTE icons will appear on the LCD screen according to the network being connected.

The device has been connected to the Internet and the data is been used.

Battery is low. There are new messages or unread messages.

Battery is full.

About Your SIM Card

This SIM card will only work with your ZTE Unite III. Once the SIM card has been inserted, do not remove! If your SIM card is ever separated from your ZTE Unite III or damaged, the device will not function. If you experience any issues with your ZTE Unite III, contact Customer Service at

1-888-944-9400 or visit your nearest U.S. Cellular

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retail location.

Installing the SIM Card

If you have not already done so, please follow these instructions for the installation of your new SIM card which is in the package:

1. Remove the micro-SIM card from the outer card, being careful not to touch the gold contacts.

2. Open the micro-SIM card slot.

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3. Insert the micro-SIM card into the card slot until it clicks into place.

NOTE:

Do not bend or scratch your SIM card. Avoid exposing your SIM card to static electricity, water or dirt.

Inserting and Charging the Battery

1. Remove the battery cover and align the battery contacts with the terminals in the battery compartment as shown. Push the battery down until it clicks into place.

2. Place the battery cover over the battery compartment and press it downward until it clicks into place.

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3. Your ZTE Unite III comes with a wall charger. To charge: Plug one end of the wall charger into an electrical outlet and the other end into the ZTE Unite III’s micro USB port.

NOTE:

The charge time varies depending upon the battery level. The device will stop charging if the temperature of the battery exceeds 113 °F/45 °C.

Connecting to the Internet

With your ZTE Unite III, a wireless Internet connection can always be at your fingertips

Connecting Wi-Fi Enabled Devices to Your ZTE Unite III

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NOTES:

It is recommended the battery be fully charged in order to use your ZTE Unite III via Wi-Fi for the first time, or connect the device to the wall adapter for power.

Please note upload and download speeds may change depending on the number of deceives connected to the ZTE Unite III.

The following should occur once you power on your ZTE Unite III:

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Your ZTE Unite III is powered on as soon as you slide the Power key to ON position and the screen lights up.

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Once your ZTE Unite III is powered on and has been activated, it automatically connects to the

Internet, provided that Mobile Broadband service is available, and one or more Wi-Fi devices are connected.

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The Service (4G LTE™, 3G, and 1X), Signal Strength , and Data Connected icons on your ZTE Unite III indicate it is in service and ready to connect.

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Follow these Steps:

1. Use your normal Wi-Fi application on your computer, or other Wi-Fi enabled device to establish a connection to your ZTE Unite III.

2. Look for the network (SSID) named “USCC-MF975U-XXXX”. XXXX varies from device to device.

3. Click Connect and enter the default password printed under the battery of your ZTE Unite III.

NOTE:

You can check the label on your device or check the LCD screen to get the SSID and connection password.

Device Customization and Configuration

To configure the ZTE Unite III using the Web User Interface, go to http://192.168.1.1

or http://uscc.hotspot.

Input the default password which is printed under the battery of your ZTE Unite III, and then click Login to access the Web User Interface. Now, you can customize your ZTE Unite III, such as the configuration on Internet connection, network selection, WLAN settings, password and security settings, data usage, etc.

For the details on how to configure the ZTE Unite III with the Web User Interface, please find the ZTE

Unite III User Guide on the U.S. Cellular

®

website at uscellular.com

.

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Navigating the Device

Slide the Power key to ON position to turn on the ZTE Unite III. The screen lights up to indicate the device has turned on and the following icons will appear after initialization:

NOTE:

You need to touch the data usage information on the middle of the device screen to turn on the data usage plan and configure you data usage directly.

Wi-Fi Settings

Click to configure your Wi-Fi settings. Slide the screen up or down to view the following information:

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Wi-Fi: Slide to enable or disable Wi-Fi function.

Main Wi-Fi Network: Displays the main default Wi-Fi network.

Guest Wi-Fi Network: Displays the guest default Wi-Fi network.

WPS: You can pair the devices to launch the Wi-Fi Protection Setup.

Connected Devices: Displays the connected devices information.

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Max Wi-Fi Devices: The maximum connected Wi-Fi number is 15.

Wi-Fi Band: Select desired frequency for your device.

Wi-Fi Range: Select Wi-Fi ranges for your device.

Wi-Fi Sleep Mode: Select the length of time for your Wi-Fi signal broadcast to remain active.

Messages

Click to check the information of your messages.

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Settings

Click to check the settings.

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Allow Mobile Data: Slide Standard Data to ON position to turn on mobile data.

Data Roaming: Slide Data Roaming to ON position to turn on mobile data when roaming.

Additional roaming data charges may apply.

Data Usage: Slide Data Usage Limit to ON position to turn on your data usage limit and configure your data plan.

Network Select: Select the network type.

Messages: Touch Enable / Disable to receive text messages during power up.

Display: Set screen brightness, display timeout and Wi-Fi information on home screen.

Lock Screen(PIN): Touch to set a PIN code to lock your screen.

Dial *228: Active your SIM card manually in network.

Software Update: Update the software.

Factory Reset: Erase all data on device and restore the device to its factory default settings.

About Your Device: Check the device information.

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