1. Introduction
The Ulefone Armor 26 Ultra is a robust 5G rugged smartphone designed for demanding environments and reliable communication. It integrates a powerful walkie-talkie function, a high-capacity battery, advanced camera systems, and a durable build to withstand harsh conditions. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your device.
2. Key Features
- Integrated Walkie-Talkie: Supports both UHF and VHF bands with detachable antennas for flexible use. Features a dedicated Push-to-Talk (PTT) key.
- Massive Battery: 15600mAh equivalent battery capacity (7800mAh, 7.74V) for extended use.
- Ultra-Fast Charging: 120W Flash Charging and 33W Fast Dock Charging support.
- Reverse Charging: Functions as a power bank to charge other devices.
- Advanced Camera System: 200MP Main Camera, 64MP Night Vision Camera, 50MP Ultra-Wide Macro Camera, 8MP 3.2x Optical Zoom Telephoto Lens, and 50MP Ultra Front Camera.
- Rugged Durability: IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certified for water, dust, and drop resistance.
- Powerful Performance: MediaTek Dimensity 8020 5G processor, up to 24GB RAM (12GB physical + 12GB virtual), and 512GB UFS3.1 ROM with 2TB expandable storage.
- Immersive Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
- Loud Speaker: 121dB Thunder Speaker for clear audio in noisy environments.
- Connectivity: 5G network support, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, IR Blaster, GPS (L1+L5).
- Operating System: Android 13.
3. Setup
3.1 Package Contents
Before starting, ensure all items are present in your package:
- 1 x Ulefone Armor 26 Ultra Phone
- 2 x Detachable Antennas (UHF + VHF)
- 1 x AC Power Charger (EU or US plug, depending on region)
- 1 x Type-C to Type-C Data Cable (100cm)
- 1 x Protective Film (Pre-installed)
- 1 x SIM Needle
- 1 x Lanyard
- 1 x Multi-language User Manual
- 1 x Multi Function Instruction Card
- 1 x Walkie-Talkie User Guides
- 1 x Warranty Card
- 1 x Charging Instruction Card
- 1 x Safety Prompt Card
- 1 x Accessories Ecosystem Brochure
- 1 x Service Center APP Instructions
3.2 SIM Card and MicroSD Card Installation
- Locate the SIM card tray on the side of the phone.
- Insert the SIM needle into the small hole next to the tray to eject it.
- Place your Nano-SIM cards and/or microSD card (up to 2TB, sold separately) into the designated slots on the tray. The phone supports 3 slots: 1x Nano-SIM + 1x Nano-SIM + 1x microSD.
- Carefully reinsert the tray into the phone.
3.3 Antenna Attachment
For walkie-talkie functionality, attach the appropriate antenna (UHF or VHF) to the top of the phone. Both UHF and VHF antennas are included in the package and can be interchanged based on your communication needs.
3.4 Initial Charging
Before first use, fully charge your Ulefone Armor 26 Ultra using the provided 120W AC power charger and Type-C cable. The device supports fast charging, allowing for quick power-ups.
4. Operating Instructions
4.1 Power On/Off
- Power On: Press and hold the Power button (located on the right side) until the Ulefone logo appears.
- Power Off: Press and hold the Power button, then select 'Power off' from the options on the screen.
4.2 Walkie-Talkie Function
The Armor 26 Ultra features a dedicated Push-to-Talk (PTT) key for instant communication. Ensure the appropriate antenna (UHF or VHF) is attached.
The device supports dual-mode (digital/analog) and dual-band (UHF/VHF) radio communication, including DMR. Use the pre-installed 'PrizeInterPhone' app for walkie-talkie settings and operation. The UHF band is suitable for short-distance communication with stronger penetration, while the VHF band offers wider coverage for long-distance communication.
4.3 Camera Operation
The Armor 26 Ultra features a versatile quad-camera system and a high-resolution front camera.
- Main Camera: The 200MP main camera captures detailed images.
- Night Vision: Use the 64MP Night Vision Camera for clear photos in low-light conditions.
- Ultra-Wide Macro: The 50MP Ultra-Wide Macro camera allows for expansive shots and close-up details.
- Telephoto: The 8MP 3.2x Optical Zoom Telephoto Lens brings distant subjects closer without losing quality.
- Front Camera: The 50MP Ultra Front Camera is ideal for high-quality selfies and video calls.
Access various camera modes like Normal, Night Vision, Film, 200MP, Night, Gif, Portrait, Pro, Panorama, Slow Motion, Time Lapse, Macro, and Intelligent Scanning through the camera application.
4.4 Charging and Power Management
- 120W Flash Charging: Connect the phone to the provided charger for rapid charging.
- 33W Fast Dock Charging: The phone supports fast charging via a compatible dock charger (sold separately).
- Reverse Charging: Use the Armor 26 Ultra as a power bank to charge other devices like earbuds, watches, or other phones. Connect the devices using a compatible cable.
4.5 Other Functions
- Custom Key: The left-side custom key can be programmed for various functions, defaulting to the PTT key.
- NFC & Google Pay: Use NFC for contactless payments and data transfer.
- IR Blaster: Control compatible infrared devices.
- Outdoor Toolbox: Access built-in tools like Height Meter, Compass, Gradienter, Flashlight, Magnifier, Pedometer, and more.
- Biometrics: Utilize Fingerprint ID and Face Unlock for secure access.
- uSmart Expansion Connector: Connect auxiliary devices such as uSmart E03, E02, E01 endoscopes, and uSmart C01 microscope (accessories sold separately).
5. Maintenance
5.1 Durability and Protection
The Ulefone Armor 26 Ultra is built to be rugged, with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certifications. This means it is:
- Water Resistant: Can withstand immersion in up to 2 meters of water for up to 30 minutes.
- Dust-Proof: Fully protected against dust ingress.
- Drop Resistant: Designed to survive drops from up to 1.5 meters.
However, please note:
- Chargers and accessories are not water-resistant.
- Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent and may decrease with normal wear and tear.
- Do not attempt to charge a wet device. Liquid damage is not covered under warranty.
5.2 Cleaning
To clean your device, wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could damage the phone's rugged exterior or screen.
6. Troubleshooting
- Device not powering on: Ensure the battery is charged. Connect to the charger and try again.
- Walkie-Talkie not working: Check if the antenna is securely attached. Verify settings in the 'PrizeInterPhone' app. Ensure you are within range and on the correct frequency/channel.
- Network connectivity issues: Check your SIM card installation. Verify network settings. Note that some network carriers (e.g., AT&T, Cricket, Sprint, Verizon, Boost Mobile) may not be fully compatible with the 5G network bands of this device. Always check with your carrier for compatibility.
- Slow performance: Close unnecessary background applications. Clear cache regularly. Consider activating virtual RAM in settings if needed.
- Screen unresponsive: Perform a force restart by holding the power button for an extended period.
7. Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Black |
| Material | PC |
| USB | Type-C, USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Device: USB 3.1 Gen 1, Host: USB 2.0) |
| Expansion Connector | uSmart Expansion Connector, supporting uSmart series accessories. |
| Card Slots | 3, 1x Nano-SIM + 1x Nano-SIM + 1x microSD |
| Keys | Right: Power button (Fingerprint) + Volume button + SOS Key, Left: Custom Key (default PTT Key) |
| Size & Weight | |
| Product Size | 179 x 83 x 25.5 mm |
| Product Weight | 617.8 g (without antenna) |
| Ruggedness | |
| Certification | IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810H |
| Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant | Maximum depth of 2 meters up to 30 minutes |
| Drop resistance | Up to 1.5M tall |
| Working Temperature | -20℃ - 55 ℃ (-4℉ - 131℉) |
| Display | |
| Screen Size | 6.78-inch |
| Screen Resolution | 1080 x 2460 FHD+ |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 |
| PPI | 396 |
| Color Depth | 8bit, 16.7M |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 84% |
| Multi-touch | 10 |
| Processor | |
| CPU Model | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 |
| Main frequency | 2.6GHz |
| CPU Core | 8, 4 x Arm Cortex-A78, 4 x Arm Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G77 836MHz |
| RAM & Storage | |
| RAM | 24GB (12GB LPDDR4X + 12GB virtual RAM) |
| Storage | 512GB UFS3.1 |
| Max. Expansion Supported | 2TB (microSD card not included) |
| Rear Camera | |
| Rear Camera Quantity | 4 |
| Main Rear Camera Pixel | 200MP (Samsung HP3 CMOS sensor, ƒ/1.79 large aperture) |
| Night Vision Camera Pixel | 64MP (OV64B1B CMOS sensor, ƒ/1.79 large aperture) |
| Ultra-wide Angle Lens Pixel | 50MP (Hi5022Q CMOS sensor, FOV 117.3°, ƒ/2.2 large aperture) |
| 3.2X Optical Zoom Telephoto Lens Pixel | 8MP (Hi847 CMOS sensor, 3.2X Optical Zoom, 30x Digital Zoom, Supports Zoom EIS) |
| Flash | 4 |
| Video Recording Resolution | 4K@30fps, FHD@30fps, HD@30fps, VGA@30fps |
| Special Features (Rear Camera) | Normal mode, Night Vision Mode, Film Mode, 200MP Mode, Night Mode, Gif, Portrait, Pro Mode, Panorama, Slow Motion, Time Lapse, Macro, Intelligent Scanning |
| Front Camera | |
| Pixel | 50MP (Hi5022Q CMOS sensor, ƒ/2.25 large aperture) |
| Video Recording Resolution | FHD@30fps, HD@30fps, VGA@30fps |
| Special Features (Front Camera) | Normal mode, Film, Gif, Portrait |
| Battery & Charging | |
| Capacity | 15600mAh (Equivalent to 7800mAh, 7.74V) |
| Watt Hours Per Battery | 60.372 Wh |
| Battery Type | Li-polymer battery |
| Charging Details | 120W, 20V/6A |
| Dock Charging | Support, 33W |
| Standby Time | 1750 Hours |
| Talk Time | 56 Hours |
| Network & Connectivity | |
| Card Type | Nano+Nano+microSD |
| Cellular | 5G/4G/3G/2G |
| 5G Bands | 5G NR Sub6: N1/2/3/5/7/8/20/25/28/38/40/41/66/71/77/78/79 |
| 4G Bands | FDD-LTE: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28A/28B/66/71; TDD-LTE: B34/38/39/40/41 |
| 3G Bands | WCDMA: B1/2/4/5/6/8/19 |
| 2G Bands | GSM: B2/3/5/8; CDMA: BC0/BC1/BC10 |
| Standby Mode | Dual sim dual standby |
| VoNR | Support |
| VoLTE | Support |
| WiFi | 2.4G/5G/WiFi 6, 802.11 ax/ac/a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth Version | BT5.1 |
| Navigation | (L1+L5) GPS/GLONASS/Beidou/Galileo/QZSS |
| Radio Communication | |
| Type | Dual-mode (digital/analog) dual-band (UHF/VHF), dual-slot, support DMR |
| Frequency Range | UHF Band: 400MHz-470MHz; VHF Band: 137MHz-172MHz |
| Operating Range | UHF Band: 0-22KM; VHF Band: 0-30KM |
| App | PrizeInterPhone |
| Shortcut Key | PTT Key (One-key to talk) |
| Audio | |
| Speaker Quantity | 1 |
| Speaker Model | SB9754 |
| Speaker Power | 3W |
| Smart PA | AW88394 |
| Loudness | Max 121dB |
| Equivalent Cavity | 8cc |
| Security | |
| Fingerprint ID | Support |
| Face Unlock | Support |
| System & Features | |
| Android Version | Android 13 |
| Language | Indonesian, Malay, Catalan, Czech, Danish, German, Estonian, English, Spanish, Filipino, French, Croatian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Hungarian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Finnish, Swedish, Vietnamese, Greek, Turkish, Bulgarian, Russian, Serb, Ukrainian, Armenian, Hebrew, Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Hindi, Bengali, Thai, Korean, Burmese, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese |
| Blinking Notification Light | Support, red/green/blue light |
| Battery Status Light | Support |
| Audio Format Supported | MID/FLAC/MP3/M4A/AAC/AMR/OGG |
| Video Format Supported | MOV/MKV/3GP/MP4 |
| Image Format Supported | GIF/JPEG/PNG/BMP |
| Text Format Supported | TXT/HTML |
| FM Radio | Support, headset-free FM radio |
| Cell Broadcast | Support |
| Sensor | Proximity Sensor, Gravity sensor, Light Sensor, Acceleration Sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Gyro sensor, Coulomb counter, Pedometer, Air pressure sensor, Infrared sensor |
| Special Features | |
| Underwater Camera | Support |
| Gloves Mode | Support |
| Digital Toolbox | Height Meter, Compass, Gradienter, Flashlight, Hanging Painting, Magnifier, Alarm bell, Plumb bob, Protractor, Noise Test, Pedometer, Barometer |
| OTG Function | Support, max 27W (9V3A) reverse charging |
| NFC | Support |
| IR Blaster | Support |
| Product Certification | CE, FCC, IP68, IP69K, MIL-STD-810H, WEEE, ROHS.TAC, UN38.3,MSDS, IEC62133 |
8. User Tips
- Network Compatibility: Before purchasing, verify that the phone's 5G/4G bands are compatible with your local network carrier. Some carriers, particularly in the US (AT&T, Cricket, Sprint, Verizon, Boost Mobile), may have limited or no compatibility.
- Antenna Use: Always attach the appropriate UHF or VHF antenna for optimal walkie-talkie performance. The antennas are detachable for convenience.
- Virtual RAM: If you experience performance issues, consider activating the virtual RAM feature in your phone's settings to boost multitasking capabilities.
- Unboxing Video: It is recommended to record an unboxing video upon receiving the product. This can be helpful for any potential issues or claims.
- Software Updates: Keep your Android OS updated for the latest features, security patches, and performance improvements. Check for updates in your phone's settings.
- Walkie-Talkie Encryption: The hardware intercom offers better communication security with digital encryption technology.
9. Warranty and Support
9.1 Warranty Information
Ulefone provides a 1-year warranty for non-human damage, counted from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover accessories and batteries. The buyer is responsible for returning shipping costs for warranty claims.
9.2 Returns and Exchanges
For any exchange or refund, the product must be in its original condition, including the box and all accessories. The buyer is responsible for the returning shipping cost.
9.3 Customer Service
For any questions or concerns regarding your Ulefone Armor 26 Ultra, please contact customer service. It is recommended to contact customer service in advance for any questions about the charger plug or other product-related inquiries.
