Samsung GALAXY S4 User Manual

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Page 1 Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Get Started Your Phone at a Glance Set Up Your Phone Activate Your Phone Complete the Setup Set Up Voicemail Sprint Account Information and Help Sprint Account Passwords Manage Your Account Sprint Support Services Phone Basics Your Phone’s Layout Turn Your Phone On and Off Turn Your Screen On and Off Features Motions and Gestures Smart Screen Air View Voice Control Multi Window Touchscreen Navigation Your Home Screen Create Shortcuts Add and Remove Primary Shortcuts Add and Remove Widgets Extended Home Screens Recent Applications Status Bar Notification Panel Enter Text Text Input Methods Google Voice Typing Samsung Keyboard...
Page 3 Swype Tips for Editing Text Phone Calls Make Phone Calls Call Using the Keypad Call from Logs Call from Contacts Call a Number in a Text Message Call a Number in an Email or Gmail Message Call Emergency Numbers Receive Phone Calls Answer an Incoming Call Mute the Ringing Sound Reject an Incoming Call Reject a Call with a Text Message Phone Call Options Dialing Options Caller ID Call Waiting In-Call Options Speed Dials Wi-Fi Calling Voicemail Visual Voicemail Set Up Visual Voicemail Review Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail Options Configure Visual Voicemail Settings Logs View Logs Logs Options Clear Logs Contacts Get Started with Contacts Access Contacts Contacts Options Add a Contact...
Page 4 Save a Phone Number Edit a Contact Add or Edit Information for a Contact Assign a Picture to a Contact Assign a Ringtone to a Contact Link a Contact Delete a Contact Add Entries to Your Favorites Share a Contact Groups Accounts and Messaging Google Account Create a Google Account Sign In to Your Google Account Access Gmail Send a Gmail Message Read and Reply to Gmail Messages Samsung Account Email Add an Email Account Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account Compose and Send Email Reply To or Forward Email Manage Your Email Inbox Edit Email Settings Delete an Email Account Text and Multimedia Messaging Send a Text Message (SMS) Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) Save and Resume a Draft Message New Messages Notification Manage Message Conversations Text and MMS Settings Messaging Plus Social Networking Accounts Facebook YouTube...
Page 5 Google+ Hangouts Apps and Entertainment Google Play Store Find and Install an App Open an Installed App Uninstall an App 1Weather Amazon App Pass CBS Sports eBay Flipboard Google Play Books Google Play Games Google Maps Google Play Movies & TV Google Play Music Google Play Newsstand Group Play Music Samsung Apps/GALAXY Apps Scout Sprint Fun & Games Sprint Music Plus Sprint TV & Movies Sprint Zone TripAdvisor Uber DivX Web and Data Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks) 4G LTE Your User Name Hotspot...
Page 6 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Add a VPN Connect to a VPN Disconnect from a VPN Chrome Internet Pictures and Video Camera Open the Camera Take a Picture Record Videos Camera Options Quick Camera Settings Advanced Camera Settings Gallery View Photos and Videos Zoom In or Out on a Photo Working with Photos Share Photos and Videos Optical Reader Photos Story Album Video WatchON Tools and Calendar Calculator Calendar Add an Event to the Calendar Event Alerts and Reminders View Events Delete Events Clock Downloads Dropbox Download the Desktop Application Accessing Dropbox on Your Device...
Page 7 Manually Uploading a Picture to Dropbox Google Now Google Search Help KNOX Lookout Security My Files Polaris Office 5 S Health S Memo S Translator S Voice Samsung Link Voice Recorder Voice Search Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On or Off The Bluetooth Settings Menu Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device Send Information Using Bluetooth Receive Information Using Bluetooth microSD Card Install a microSD Card Remove a microSD Card View microSD Card Memory Format a microSD Card Unmount a microSD Card Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer System Updates Before Updating Your Firmware Update Your Phone Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account Your Phone’s SIM Card for International Roaming Set Network Mode Options...
Page 8 Make and Receive Worldwide Calls Sprint International Voicemail Service Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use Access Your Voicemail Internationally International Data Roaming Access Email and Data Services Internationally International Roaming Status Messages Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service Settings Wi-Fi Calling Settings Wi-Fi Settings Turn Wi-Fi On or Off Configure Wi-Fi Settings Advanced Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi Direct Hotspot Settings Bluetooth Settings Data Usage Settings More Networks Settings Airplane Mode Default Messaging App Printing Mobile Networks Tethering Roaming Settings NFC Settings Android Beam Tap and Pay S Beam Nearby Devices Settings Screen Mirroring Settings Lock Screen Settings Screen Lock Set a Swipe Screen Lock Set a Pattern Screen Lock Set a PIN Screen Lock...
Page 9 Set a Password Screen Lock Do Not Use a Screen Lock Display Settings Wallpaper Notification Panel Settings Multi Window Settings Screen Mode Reading Mode Brightness Auto Rotate Screen Screen Timeout Daydream Font Style Font Size Touch Key Light Duration Show Battery Percentage Edit After Screen Capture Auto Adjust Screen Tone Increase Touch Sensitivity LED Indicator Settings Sounds and Notifications Settings Volume Sound Mode Vibration Intensity Vibrate When Ringing Ringtones Vibrations Notification Ringtone Other Sounds Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen Application Notifications Notification Access Adapt Sound Easy Mode Call Settings Call Rejection viii...
Page 10 Rejection Messages Answering/Ending Calls Turn Off Screen During Calls Call Alerts Call Accessories TTY Mode Ringtones and Keypad Tones Personalize Call Sound Noise Reduction Increase Volume In Pocket US Dialing International Dialing DTMF Tones Voicemail Settings Hands-Free Mode Settings Power Saving Mode Settings Accessories Settings Accessibility Settings Hearing Accessibility Settings Dexterity and Interaction Settings Configure Other Accessibility Settings Configure Accessibility Services Language and Input Settings Choose a Default Language Set a Default Input Method Samsung Keyboard Settings Swype Settings Google Voice Typing Settings Voice Input Settings Text-To-Speech (TTS) Settings Pointer Speed Motions and Gestures Settings Smart Screen Settings Air View Settings Voice Control Settings Accounts Settings Add an Account...
Page 11 Backup Options Location Settings Security Settings Device Administration Encryption Passwords Security Update Service Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings Application Manager Settings Default Applications Settings Battery Settings Storage Settings Date and Time Settings Activate This Device System Update Settings About Device Settings Copyright Information Index...
Page 12: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Sprint service the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary features. Set Up Your Phone You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone. 1. Install the battery. Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover off the phone. Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone, and gently press the battery into place. Replace the back cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and that there are no gaps around the cover. 2. Plug the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory port on the bottom of the phone. Get Started...
Page 13: Activate Your Phone
3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging Head into an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Fully charging a battery may take up to three hours. Note: Your phone’s battery should have enough charge to turn the phone on and find a signal, run the setup application, set up voicemail, and make a call. You should fully charge the battery as soon as possible. 4. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to turn the phone on. If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the setup application. If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information. Activate Your Phone Follow the instructions below to activate your phone if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account. If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to activate automatically. When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing number on your account (you are swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your phone. Activate on your computer: ...
Page 14: Complete The Setup
Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation. Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process. To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211- 4727 from another phone. Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the phone is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock key cancels the activation process. Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support. Complete the Setup After you turn on your phone and activate it, your phone displays a Welcome screen. From the Welcome screen follow the prompts to set up features and preferences on your phone. Note: In some cases, you may be able to complete the setup process before your phone has been activated on your Sprint account. 1. At the Welcome screen, choose options, and then tap NEXT to begin setup: Select Language: Choose the default language for your phone’s operation. ACCESSIBILITY: Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of your phone’s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup for each topic. Tap NEXT, or the right arrow, to move through the steps. You can skip options to continue to the next one. During setup, you may see these options: Wi-Fi: By default, your phone prompts you to use Wi-Fi when accessing data services. Tap a Wi-Fi access point to connect to it, or you can continue setup using your phone’s connection to the wireless network. Smart mode: Smart mode remembers the locations where you spend the most time and turns on Wi-Fi when you are near those places. Your device will automatically ...
Page 15: Set Up Voicemail
Set up payment info: You can set up payment accounts to use with your Google Account to purchase items from Google Play. Get your apps & data: If you have signed in to a Google Account, you can choose to restore your new phone using the backup data from another device on the same Google Account. Name: Adding your name allows your phone to personalize some apps. Google services: Select Google service preferences, including Backup & Restore, Location, and Communication options. Samsung account: Some apps and features use your Samsung account. You can sign in to your Samsung account, or follow the prompts to create a new account. Dropbox: Dropbox provides Web-based “cloud” storage, allowing you to save your pictures and videos to the Web, and any computers you link to. If you create a Dropbox account during setup, you can get a 50GB Dropbox account for 2 years. You can create a new account here, or sign in to your existing Dropbox account. Device name: Your device name is how you and other devices identify your phone, such as when sharing via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct. If you want to use a different name, tap the field and enter a name. Easy mode: Easy mode offers a simpler home screen layout, with larger text and icons. Tap the checkbox to turn on Easy mode. You can also choose Easy mode from Settings at any time. 3. Tap FINISH to complete setup.
Page 16: Sprint Account Information And Help
Note: Voicemail Password – Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. Sprint Account Information and Help Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help. Sprint Account Passwords You will need to create passwords to protect access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account. As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to all your information. Account User Name and Password If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. (Click Sign in/Register and then click Sign up now! to get started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at sprint.com/mysprint. Voicemail Password You will create your voicemail password when you set up your voicemail. See Set Up Voicemail for more information on your voicemail password. Data Services Password With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize purchases. For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone.
Page 17: Sprint Support Services
Learn more about data services and other products like games, ringtones, screen savers, and more. From Your Sprint Phone 1. From home, tap Phone > Keypad tab. 2. Do any of the following: Tap to access a summary of your Sprint service plan or get answers to other questions. Tap to access the “Pay My Bill” section of Sprint Zone to make a payment. Tap to check minute usage and account balance. Sprint Support Services Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance from your Sprint phone. Sprint 411 Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings, movie listings or show times, driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge. There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411, and you will be billed for airtime. ...
Page 18: Phone Basics
Phone Basics Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your phone. Your Phone’s Layout This illustration outlines your phone’s basic layout. Key Functions The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations. LED Indicator glows or blinks in different colors to show status when the screen is turned off. The LED glows red when charging, and blinks red when the battery is low; blinks blue when a notification has arrived, or when you are recording voice; and glows green when the battery is fully charged and the phone is attached to a charger. Light Sensor detects the ambient light level, such as when setting screen brightness when Automatic brightness is enabled, and when using the Camera. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts during calls. Proximity and Gesture Sensors detect the presence of objects near the phone, such as when using air gesture or motion settings. For example, while talking on the phone the sensor detects when it is near your ear and turns off the screen to prevent accidental key presses. Front Camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself. Phone Basics...
Page 19: Turn Your Phone On And Off
Power/Lock Key lets you turn the phone on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the screen. Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the phone off or restart it, or for easy access to Airplane mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes. Back Key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the Notification Panel, or onscreen keyboard. Home Key returns you to the Home screen. Press and hold to open the recently used applications window, and access Task Manager and Google Search. Menu Key allows you to access a menu from most of your phone’s screens. Volume Key adjusts the volume of your phone’s sounds. From the Home screen, press to adjust master volume. During calls or playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute the ringtone of an incoming call. Cover Release allows you to lift the cover from the back of your phone. Infrared Transmitter allows you to control other devices, such as a TV, in conjunction with apps like WatchON. Camera lets you take pictures and record videos. Flash helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is focusing and capturing a photo or video. Microphones allow other callers to hear you when you are using the speakerphone, and captures sound during recording. 3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in either a stereo headset (not included) or a headset (not included) for convenient, hands-free conversations. ...
Page 20: Turn Your Screen On And Off
Turn the Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2. Tap Power off > POWER OFF to turn the phone off. The screen remains blank while your phone is off. If the phone is off during charging, the screen displays a charging animation. Turn Your Screen On and Off Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it. Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key. Pressing the Power/Lock key again will turn on the screen and display the lock screen. To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen (times out) after a certain period of time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the phone’s screen is off. Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen Timeout. Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1. ...
Page 21: Palm Motion
Quick glance: Reach toward the device with the screen off to see important information at a glance. Air browse: Move between pictures, pages, or music tracks. Air move: Move app shortcuts or Calendar events. Air call-accept: Wave your hand over the screen to answer incoming calls. To enable Air gestures: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Motions and gestures > Air gesture. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable Air gestures, and then tap the ON/OFF switch next to the features you wish to enable. For more information, see Motions and Gestures Settings. Motion Control your phone with natural movements, like putting the device to your ear to call a contact displayed on the screen. Motions include: Direct call: Lift the device to your ear while viewing a contact to call the contact. Smart alert: Lift the phone to receive notifications of missed calls and notifications that occurred while the device was stationary. Zoom: Tilt the phone to zoom in or out when viewing pictures in Gallery. Browse an image: Move the phone in a side-to-side motion to pan from side to side while ...
Page 22: Smart Screen
Mute/pause: Mute incoming calls and alarms, or pause media playback, by covering the screen with your hand. To enable Palm motion gestures: From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Motions and gestures > Palm motion. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable Palm motion gestures, and then tap the ON/OFF switch next to the features you wish to enable. For more information, see Motions and Gestures Settings. Smart Screen Smart screen features allow you to have your phone automatically adjust screen timeout, rotation when it detects you are looking at the screen, and pause playback when you look away from the screen. Smart screen features include: Smart stay: The screen will not time out as long as you are looking at it. Smart rotation: The screen automatically updates to match the angle at which you are viewing Smart pause: The screen automatically pauses video playback when you look away from the screen. Smart screen uses the front camera to detect when you are facing the screen. Some factors that may affect the ability of the front camera to detect your face are: When the phone is not docked or held upright. When the front camera cannot detect your face and eyes. When the front camera is being used for the current application. ...
Page 23: Voice Control
Progress preview: Hover over a progress bar, such as for video playback, to display a scene preview or elapsed playback time. Speed dial preview: Hover over a speed dial to display the name of the contact assigned to the speed dial. Sound and vibration feedback: Provide sound and vibration feedback when a finger is hovered over items in Air view. Configure Air View Enable Air view features, and learn about using them. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Air view. For more information, see Air View Settings. Voice Control Use spoken commands to control and interact with your phone, such as: Incoming calls: Answer or reject calls with the voice commands “Answer” and “Reject”. When you answer a call with a voice command, the Speaker will automatically be turned on for hands- free talking. Alarm: Stop or snooze alarms with the voice commands “Stop” and “Snooze”. Camera: Take pictures with the voice commands “Smile”, “Cheese”, “Capture” and “Shoot”. Music: Control the Music app with the voice commands “Next”, “Previous”, “Pause”, “Play”, “Volume Up”, and “Volume Down”.
Page 24: Display Multi Window
Note: You can also enable Multi window from the Notification Panel. Slide the Status Bar down to display the Notification Panel, scroll through the Quick settings buttons and tap Multi Window. Display Multi Window After you turn on Multi window, the Multi window tray displays on the left side of the screen. After a few seconds, it automatically closes. To display the Multi window tray, touch and hold the Back key. Work with Multi Window After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run two apps at the same time. You can launch apps from Multi window, or drag an app to the screen to run multiple apps at the same time. The apps display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other. 1. Touch and hold the Back key to display the tray, and then drag apps to the windows. 2. You can also use these Multi window options: Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window: Drag the border between the windows to a new position. Multi Window Toolbar: Tap the circle at the center of the border between the windows to display the Multi window toolbar: ...
Page 25: Touchscreen Navigation
Move content: Enables drag and drop. In selected apps, you can you touch and hold, and then drag text or an image to the app in the other window. Maximize: Maximize the active window to full screen view. Close: Closes the active application. Tip: In Multi window, the currently active application will have an outline around it. Split Screen View You can also launch recently used apps directly into split screen view: 1. Press and hold the Home key to display recently used apps. 2. Apps that support split screen view have a Multi window icon in their title bar. Tap the Multi window icon in the title bar to launch the application in Multi window view. 3. Other recently used apps that support Multi window appear below the launched app. 4. Tap the app icon to add it to the split screen view. Note: Only applications that support Multi window have the Multi window icon. Touchscreen Navigation Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger. Phone Basics...
Page 26 Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Phone Basics...
Page 27 Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list. Phone Basics...
Page 28: Pinch And Spread
Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. Note: You can control screen rotation with the Auto rotate screen setting. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Display > Auto rotate screen. Pinch and Spread “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Phone Basics...
Page 29: Your Home Screen
Tip: Pinching any Home screen will let you see thumbnails of all of your Home screens. Tap a thumbnail to go straight to another Home screen. Your Home Screen The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional screens. Note: You can keep swiping in one direction to move through all the home screens, back to the home screen. The small circles toward the bottom of the screen let you know your current screen position. Tip: Press the Home key to return to the main Home screen from any other screen. Phone Basics...
Page 30: Create Shortcuts
Create Shortcuts Learn how to add, move, or remove items from the home screen. Add Shortcuts from the Applications Menu 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app icon, and then drag it to a Home screen and release it. Move a Shortcut Move a shortcut to another Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it. 2. Drag the icon to a different location, and then release it. Remove a Shortcut Remove a shortcut from the Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it. 2. Drag the icon to Remove and release it. Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from the Home screen. Add and Remove Primary Shortcuts Primary shortcuts (Phone, Contacts, Messaging, Internet, and Apps) appear at the bottom of every Home screen. You can change any of your primary shortcuts, except the Apps shortcut.
Page 31: Extended Home Screens
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. – or – Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. 2. Tap Widgets, and then scroll to find one. 3. Touch and hold the widget, and then drag it to a Home screen and release it Remove a Widget 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold on a widget to undock it. 2. Drag the widget to Remove and release it. Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget; it just removes the widget from the Home screen. Extended Home Screens In addition to the main home screen, your phone has six extended home screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Touch and hold the icon or widget and then drag across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen. Note: You can have up to seven screens, including the Main home screen. Recent Applications You can access recently-used applications through a display of shortcuts to the applications themselves. 1. Press and hold the Home key from any screen to display recently used applications. 2. Tap an application to open it. Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view notification alerts, touch and hold the Status Bar and drag it down. Status Icons Icon Description Bluetooth is on.
Page 32 Icon Description Wi-Fi is active. Smart screen is enabled. Air gesture is enabled. ...
Page 33: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Drag the Status Bar down to open the Notification Panel. From there, you can check notifications, download updates, open messaging apps, use the Quick Settings menu, and more. Open the Notification Panel 1. Slide your finger down from the top of the screen to open the Notification Panel. 2. Tap an item in the list to view details or launch the associated app. Slide an item left or right to remove it, or tap CLEAR to remove all notifications. 3. Tap a Quick setting button (such as Wi-Fi) to enable or disable the feature. Slide the Quick setting buttons left for additional settings. 4. To close the Notification Panel, drag the panel up. – or – Tap the Back key. S Finder Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, email, files, settings, and more. 1. Open the Notification Panel by sliding your finger down from the top of the screen. 2. Tap S Finder. Phone Basics...
Page 34: Enter Text
Only when Quick connect turned on: Your device will only be visible when Quick connect is turned on. 3. Tap START to view available devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Tip: For more information about Quick Connect, tap CONNECTABLE DEVICE INFO from the connections screen. Notification Panel Settings To configure the Notification Panel, see Notification Panel Settings. Enter Text You can type on your device using a touchscreen QWERTY keyboard or by speaking your text. Text Input Methods Your device offers several text input methods. Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. Samsung keyboard allows you to enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to common words so you can select a word to insert it into your text. Swype allows you to enter words by swiping across the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of tapping each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also tap letters to enter words. Phone Basics...
Page 35: Google Voice Typing
Default, and then choose a default entry method. While entering text: 1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification Panel. 2. Tap Select keyboard and choose a text input method. Google Voice Typing Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. Use Google Voice Typing to Enter Text 1. While entering text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification Panel, and then tap Select keyboard > Google voice typing. – or – Tap on the Samsung keyboard. – or – Touch and hold on the Samsung keyboard, and then tap . 2. Speak into the microphone and watch your text being entered onscreen. 3. If the text is incorrect, tap DELETE. 4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap the text field. The onscreen keyboard will reappear. Phone Basics...
Page 36: Samsung Keyboard
Back key. Configure Google Voice Typing From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and input > Google voice typing. Note: For more information about Google voice typing settings, see Google Voice Typing Settings. Samsung Keyboard With Samsung Keyboard, it is easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers. Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification Panel, and then tap Select keyboard > Samsung keyboard. 2. Tap keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold to delete a whole word or field. ...
Page 37: Tips For Editing Text
Use Swype to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification Panel, and then tap Select keyboard > Swype. 2. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form a word. As you swipe over letters, words matching your pattern display at the top of the Swype keyboard. To enter a word, lift your finger, or tap a word at the top of the keyboard. 3. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete a single character. Touch and hold to delete an entire word or field. By default, Swype starts with a capital at the beginning of a sentence. Tap to start with a capital letter, or tap twice to enter all capitals. Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard, and then tap keys to enter symbols. Configure Swype From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and input > Swype. – or – From the Swype keyboard, touch and hold ...
Page 38 Select all: Highlights all the text in the field. Cut: Removes the selected text and saves it to the clipboard. Copy: Copies the selected text to the clipboard. Paste: Insert the last copied or cut text into the current field. Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text. Translate: Launch S Translator to translate the selected text. Phone Basics...
Page 39: Phone Calls
Phone Calls With the Sprint National Network and your phone, you can enjoy clear calling across the country. Make Phone Calls There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone. Call Using the Keypad The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s dialer screen. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number. As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number. 3. Tap to call the number. 4. To end the call, tap End call. Note: If you have Wi-Fi Calling set up and you are connected to a Wi-Fi network, the call and end call icons appear differently ( and ). For more information, see Wi-Fi Calling. Call from Logs All incoming, outgoing and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. You can place a call to numbers or contacts that display in this area. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap the Logs tab. A list of recent calls displays. 3. ...
Page 40: Call A Number In A Text Message
Note: You can access Contacts directly from the Phone app. Tap Phone, and then tap the Contacts tab at the top of the screen. 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact and then tap . – or – Touch the contact’s picture icon, and then tap . – or – Swipe your finger across the contact from left to right. Call a Number in a Text Message While viewing a text message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message. For more information, see Text and Multimedia Messaging. 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. Open the message with the phone number, and then tap the phone number. 3. Tap to dial the number. Call a Number in an Email or Gmail Message While viewing an email or Gmail message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the ...
Page 41: Receive Phone Calls
To call the 9-1-1 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted: 1. Unlock the screen. 2. From home, tap Phone. 3. Tap As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information This phone features GPS (Global Positioning System), which is used for E 9-1-1 emergency location service, where available. When you place a call to 9-1-1, the GPS feature of your phone provides information about your approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability and access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your approximate location. Important: Always report your location to the 9-1-1 operator when placing an emergency call. Some designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs), may not be equipped to receive GPS location information from your phone. Receive Phone Calls When you receive a phone call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive a phone call from someone who is not stored in Contacts, only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on the Incoming call screen. Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail. Answer an Incoming Call The following procedure shows you how to answer an incoming call. When the call comes in, touch and slide to the right to answer the call.
Page 42: Reject A Call With A Text Message
When the call comes in, touch and slide to the left. Reject a Call with a Text Message You can automatically reject an incoming call by sending a text message to the caller. 1. Touch and drag Reject call with message toward the top of the screen. 2. Select an existing message. – or – Tap Compose new message to compose a new text message. Phone Call Options The Phone app provides many useful features and options to help you make the most of your calling experience. Dialing Options Follow the instructions below for dialing options. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. While dialing a call, tap for options, including: Add 2-sec pause (,): Insert a 2-second pause into the number you are dialing. This can be ...
Page 43: Call Waiting
Block Caller ID You can block your Caller ID (visible to other when you make a call), before making a call. The blocking only lasts for that call, and then returns to regular Caller ID. To permanently block your number, you must call Sprint Customer Service. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap Call Waiting When you are on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding a tone. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you are on a call: 1. Slide to the right. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.) 2. To switch back to the first caller, tap Swap. In-Call Options While you are on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options. Tap an option to select it. Add call: Display the keypad so you can dial another call. Phone Calls...
Page 44: Speed Dials
Keypad: Display the keypad, where you can enter numbers using DTMF (Dual Tone Multi- Frequency). This can be useful if you need to enter an access code or other information while on an active call. End call: Terminate the call. Speaker: Control whether the call audio plays through the speaker or the earpiece. Tap Speaker to play the audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the speaker volume using the Volume key.) A green line appears under the Speaker button. Tap Speaker again to use the phone’s earpiece. The green line will disappear when Speaker is not activated. Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during speakerphone use. Mute: Turn the microphone on or off. Tap Mute during a call to mute the microphone. A green line will appear under the Mute button. Tap Mute again to unmute the microphone. The green line will disappear when Mute is not activated. Note: If Mute is activated, the speaker mode is deactivated. Bluetooth: Connect to a Bluetooth headset (not included). Tap Bluetooth during a call to activate a Bluetooth headset. A green line will appear under the Bluetooth button. Tap Bluetooth again to de-activate the Bluetooth headset. The green line will disappear when Bluetooth is not activated. Tap Menu for more options: Contacts: Launch Contacts.
Page 45: Wi-Fi Calling
Assign Speed Dials 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap Menu > Speed dial. 3. Tap an unused space and then select a contact to assign to the number. The selected contact number will display in the speed dial list. Remove Speed Dials 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap Menu > Speed dial. 3. Tap to remove a speed dial. Making a Call Using a Speed Dial 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Touch the speed dial digits, holding the last digit until the number dials. Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi Calling uses Wi-Fi networks to help improve voice and data coverage. It sends and receives ...
Page 46: Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages
You should set up your Sprint Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Touch and hold 3. Follow the system prompts to: Create your password. Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. Note: Voicemail Password – Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone can access your voicemail messages. Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages You can access your voicemail by using the following process. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Touch and hold 3. Follow the system prompts to enter your voicemail password and manage voicemail. Note: You can access Visual Voicemail from the Phone keypad by tapping . For more information, see Visual Voicemail. Voicemail Notification There are several ways your phone alerts you to a new message: By sounding the notification ringtone. ...
Page 47: Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now you can find exactly the message you are looking for without having to listen to every voicemail message first. This new feature periodically goes out to your voicemail, and gathers the caller information from all of the current voicemails. It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of time and priority level of the voicemail message. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Follow the prompts to set up an account and learn about using Visual Voicemail. Note: You can also access Visual Voicemail from the phone keypad by tapping Set Up Visual Voicemail Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Note: To set up your traditional voicemail, see Set Up Voicemail. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Tap Personalize now and follow the system prompts to: Create a password (part of standard voicemail). Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. Review Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review. 1. ...
Page 48: Visual Voicemail Options
You can navigate through voicemail messages as frequently as you would like. You can even move to the next or previous message before you are finished listening to the current one. 1. Listen to the current voicemail message. 2. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message. (It will begin playing automatically.) Use Visual Voicemail to Delete Your Messages 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Open a message and tap Delete. Tip: You can restore messages you have sent to the trash folder. tap Inbox > Trash, touch and hold the message you want to restore to the inbox, and then tap the Restore icon. Visual Voicemail Options Your visual voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen. Note: Not all options are available for all messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. The following options are available when viewing new voicemail messages: Subscribe: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service. (This service requires an additional monthly charge.) Play all new: Play all new messages. ...
Page 49: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
Reply: Reply to the message via text or voice message. Menu: Access Archive, Settings, and Help features. 4. Touch and hold a message to manage your messages. The following options are available: All: Select all messages. Delete: Delete the selected messages. Archive: Save this message. Mark as Read: Mark this voicemail as being read. Mark as Unread: Mark this voicemail as not being read. Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Tap Menu > Settings. Select an option to change its settings. Note: Voicemail settings can also be accessed in Settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Call > Voicemail settings. Change Your Main Greeting Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access ...
Page 50: Logs
3. Tap the existing identification field and enter a new identifying name or number (used to identify you to recipients of your voice messages). 4. Tap OK to save your information. Logs The Logs tab of the Phone application lists all recent incoming, outgoing, and missed calls. View Logs The following procedures will guide you through viewing your call logs list. 1. From home, tap Phone > Logs tab. 2. To choose logs to display, tap All calls , and then tap All calls, Missed calls, Dialed calls, Received calls, or Rejected calls to filter the list. Logs Options The following procedures will guide you through accessing and understanding your call log options. 1. From home, tap Phone > Logs. 2. Touch and hold a call to display the options list. Delete Copy to dialing screen Add to Contacts/View contact ...
Page 51: Contacts
When you set up an account on your phone, the contacts you have stored in the account are also available on your phone. When you add contacts, you can choose to save the contacts to the phone, or to one of the accounts you have set up on the phone. Google contacts are synchronized between your phone and a Google Account you set up on your phone. Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync contacts are synchronized between your phone and an ® ® Exchange Server or Microsoft Outlook account set up on your phone. Device contacts are stored locally on the phone. Samsung account contacts are synchronized with your phone and your Samsung account. Note: If the phone is ever reset to its factory default parameters, contacts stored on the phone can be lost. Access Contacts There are two ways to display Contacts. From home, tap Contacts. – or – From home, tap Phone > Contacts tab. Tip: To quickly move to a specific section in your contact list, tap a letter on the side of the list to go directly to that letter in the alphabetical list. Contacts Options Follow the steps below for contact options. 1. From home, tap ...
Page 52: Add A Contact
Delete: Choose contacts to erase. Share name card: Send contact name cards. Move device contacts to: Move device contacts to an account (such as your Google Account). Speed dial: Assign a speed dial number to a selected contact. Send message or email: Create a new text message or email to selected contacts. Settings: Configure options for Contacts. Help: View information about how to use Contacts. Add a Contact You can add contacts directly from the Contacts application. Enter details such as name, phone numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more. 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap Create contact at the top of the screen. 3. If you have accounts set up on your phone, tap a storage account. 4. Touch contact fields to enter information. Choose a storage account for the contact. You can choose Device to store the contact on ...
Page 53: Save A Phone Number
Tap beside Email to enter an email address. If you add more than one email address, you will be prompted to choose a default email address. The default email address is the one your phone will use in most cases. Tap Groups to assign the contact to a group. Tap Ringtone to choose a ringtone to play for calls from the contact. Tap ADD ANOTHER FIELD to add additional fields for the contact. 5. Tap SAVE to save the new contact. Save a Phone Number You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Enter a phone number using the onscreen keypad. 3. Tap Add to Contacts, and then tap CREATE CONTACT or UPDATE EXISTING. 4. Select an account for the contact, and then continue adding information for the contact, as desired. 5. Tap SAVE to save the contact. Note: If you have accounts set up on your phone, you can save the contact to an account. Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a ...
Page 54: Assign A Ringtone To A Contact
can assign a picture from Gallery, or take a new picture with Camera. 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Edit. 3. Tap , or the currently assigned picture, and then choose an option: Image: Choose a picture from Gallery. See Gallery for more information. Take picture: Launch Camera to take a new picture. Tagged pictures: Choose a picture from tagged pictures in Gallery. S Memo: Launch S Memo to create a memo image. 4. Tap SAVE to save the contact. Assign a Ringtone to a Contact You can assign a special ringtone to individual contacts for more personalization. 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it. 3. Tap the Ringtone field and choose a ringtone. You can choose a ringtone preloaded on your phone, or tap ADD to choose a sound from Music. 4. Tap OK or DONE to assign the ringtone, and then tap SAVE. Link a Contact When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, phone, Facebook, etc.), you may have ...
Page 55: Add Entries To Your Favorites
1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap > Delete > DELETE. Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact, and then tap Delete > DELETE. Add Entries to Your Favorites The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts entries. 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messaging, Wi-Fi Direct, and other sharing methods. 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Menu > Share name card. 3. Choose a sharing method, and then follow the prompts to send the contact. Groups You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your phone comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group. Create a Group 1. ...
Page 56 Tap Group message tone to select a ringtone for notifications for new messages from group members. Tap Group vibration pattern to select a vibration pattern for alerts to incoming calls or messages from group members. 4. Tap Add member and select a member or members to add to the new group, and then tap DONE. 5. Tap SAVE to save the new group. Add Contacts to a Group 1. From home, tap Contacts. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. 3. Tap Add member, and then tap the contacts you want to add. 4. Tap DONE. Send a Message to a Group You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in their contact record.
Page 57 4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap [xx] selected at the top of the screen to select all contacts in the group, and then tap DONE. Note that you will only see group members that have email addresses in their contact records. 5. Continue to choose an email account or Gmail account, and then enter your message and send Contacts...
Page 58: Accounts And Messaging
Accounts and Messaging With Sprint service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play store, require a Google Account. To use these applications, you must set up your Google Account on your phone. Setting up your account on your phone syncs your phone and your online Google Account. Create a Google Account If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or using your phone. Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your phone’s setup application. Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your phone, such as Google Play, you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your phone. Create a Google Account Online 1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to google.com. 2. On the main page, click Sign in. 3. Click Create an account and follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account. 4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm and activate your new account. Create a Google Account Using Your Phone 1. ...
Page 59: Access Gmail
3. Tap Enter your email and follow the prompts to enter your Google Account and password, and choose options for your account on your phone. Access Gmail After you set up your Google Account on your phone, you are automatically signed in to your Gmail account, and you can access Gmail from your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail. 2. Do any of the following: View more email messages: If the Inbox is full, swipe your finger up the screen to view more messages and conversations. Read a new email message: Tap a message or conversation with a new message (unread items display in bold). View the Inbox of another Gmail account: If you have more than one Google Account set up on your phone, tap Menu at the top of the screen and then choose an account to view Send a Gmail Message Send and receive Gmail from your phone.
Page 60: Samsung Account
Tip: You can also access new messages through the Notifications bar. When a new Gmail message arrives, is displayed on the Status Bar. Slide the Status Bar down to display the Notification Panel, and then tap a message to display it. Samsung Account Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more. When you sign in to your Samsung account on your phone, can access Samsung-specific content and features. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap ACCOUNTS tab > Add account > Samsung account, and then tap SIGN UP WITH GOOGLE ID, CREATE ACCOUNT, or SIGN IN. 3. Follow the prompts to sign in to your account or create a new account. Note: Tap HELP for more information about Samsung accounts or for help with your account. Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts. You can also access your Exchange ActiveSync email on your phone. Add an Email Account Email allows you to send and receive email using various email services. You can also receive text message alerts when you receive an important email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
Page 61: Add A Microsoft Exchange Activesync Account
4. Tap NEXT to start automatic email setup. If you need to configure custom settings, tap MANUAL SETUP and enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc. 5. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 6. Tap DONE to complete setup. Add Additional Email Accounts If you already have an email account set up on your phone, you can still add a new account from Email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > MANAGE ACCOUNTS. 3. Tap Add and follow the prompts to enter your login credentials and configure options for the account. Note: You can also add email accounts from Settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > ACCOUNTS tab > Add account > Email. Important: If your phone does not recognize the type of account you want to set up, you will be prompted to enter more details. You may need to consult the account administrator for some information, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you set up the account. Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account The Email application also provides access to your Microsoft Exchange account from your phone. If ...
Page 62: Compose And Send Email
Domain\username: Enter your network domain and username, separated by “\”. Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive). Exchange server: Enter your system’s Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator. Use secure connection (SSL): Tap to select, if your system requires SSL encryption. Use client certification: Tap to select, if your system requires certification. 5. Tap NEXT and follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 6. Tap DONE to complete setup. Compose and Send Email Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the screen and select another account. 2. From the Inbox, tap Compose. 3. Tap fields to compose your message: Tap the To field and enter the recipient’s email address. ...
Page 63: Manage Your Email Inbox
1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. From the Inbox, tap a message to view it. 3. Tap Reply, Reply all to reply to the original recipient list, or Forward to forward the message to new recipient(s). 4. Enter a message (if desired) and then tap Send. Manage Your Email Inbox The following procedures allow you to view, refresh, sort, and delete your email messages. View Your Email Inbox From home, tap Apps > Email. If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the screen and select another account. To view all your email inboxes at once, tap More options > Combined inbox. Synchronize an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and ...
Page 64: Edit Email Settings
3. Tap Delete. Edit Email Settings You can edit general preferences, which apply to all email accounts, or configure settings for specific email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. Edit General Settings General email settings affect all email accounts. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap Menu > Settings to configure general email settings: Display: Choose how emails are shown in the email list, and when you open them. Default display: Select what is shown after you have moved or deleted emails. Priority sender settings: Maintain a list of email addresses to ensure that emails from the addresses receive priority handling. Spam addresses: Create a list of email addresses and domains, to block emails from these senders. Delay email sending: Choose options for delaying the sending of emails, so that they can be cancelled if needed. Edit Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name ...
Page 65: Delete An Email Account
Period to sync Email: Choose a time period to have your phone maintain synchronization. Limit retrieval size: Choose a maximum size for emails, for your phone to automatically retrieve during synchronization. For larger emails, your phone will prompt you to download the contents when you open them. Signature: A text signature is automatically added to emails you send. Out of office settings: Configure options for automatically sending replies when you are out of the office. Default account: Assign an account as the default email account for outgoing messages. When you launch an email from other apps, the email will automatically be from this account. Password: Update your account password to match the password set on your account. Email notifications: When enabled, an icon displays in the Status Bar when you receive new emails. Notification sound: Choose a ringtone to play for new email notifications. Vibrate: The phone vibrates plays for new email notifications. MORE SETTINGS: Configure other options, including the account name, carbon copy and blind carbon copy settings, synchronization, and so on. Delete an Email Account If you no longer want an email account on your phone, you can remove it.
Page 66: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)
(vCard), or calendar events (vCalendar). Composing MMS messages is the same as composing text messages, except that you attach a file to the message. 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. Tap Compose. 3. Fill in one or more recipients. Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipients field. If you are sending the message to several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter information, any matching phone numbers from your Contacts list are displayed. Tap a match to enter that number or address directly. Tap to select contacts. You can also select contact groups as recipients. When you have selected all of your contact recipients, tap DONE. 4. Tap Enter message and enter your message. 5. To add an attachment, tap Attach and select a file: Image: Choose a picture from Gallery, Dropbox, Photos, or Samsung Link. Take picture: Launch the camera to take a photo. Video: Choose a video from Gallery, Dropbox, or Photos. Record video: Launch the camera to record a video. Accounts and Messaging...
Page 67: Save And Resume A Draft Message
Audio: Choose an audio file. Record audio: Launch Voice Recorder to record audio. S Memo: Launch S Memo to choose or create a memo. Calendar: Add an event from your calendar. My location: Attach a link to a map showing your location. Maps: Add a map from Google Maps. Contacts: Add a contact (name card) to the message. 6. Tap to send the message. Save and Resume a Draft Message If you tap Back while composing a text or multimedia message, or leave the Messaging screen, the message is automatically saved as a draft. To resume composing a draft message: 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. On the Messaging screen, tap the message marked as Draft. – or – Tap Menu > Draft messages and tap the message you want to resume. 3. When you finish editing the message, tap to send the message.
Page 68: Manage Message Conversations
Manage Message Conversations Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped into conversations or message threads in the All messages screen. Threaded text or multimedia messages let you see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the screen. Read a Text Message On the Messaging screen, tap the text message or message thread to open and read it. If you have a new message notification, slide the Status Bar down to open the Notification Panel. Tap the new message to open and read it. Note: To view the details of a particular message, in the message thread, touch and hold the message to open the options menu, and then tap View message details. If a message contains a link to a Web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in the Web browser. If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to dial the number or add it to your contacts. View a Multimedia Message (MMS) 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. From the message list, tap a message to display it. 3. While the message is open, tap the play icon (on a video or audio file) to play back the file or tap an image to view a picture. Note: The file attachment on the MMS message can be saved to an optional installed memory card (not included). Touch and hold on the attachment, and then tap Save attachment. Select the attachment checkbox and tap SAVE. ...
Page 69: Text And Mms Settings
1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. On the Messaging screen, tap a message thread. 3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock. 4. Tap Lock on the options menu. A lock icon displays at the lower right hand side of the message. Delete a Conversation 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. Touch and hold the message thread that you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete > DELETE. Delete Multiple Conversations 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. Tap Menu > Delete. 3. Select the message threads you want to delete and tap DONE > DELETE. Note: Locked messages will not be deleted, unless you select the Include protected messages checkbox before confirming the deletion. To delete a single message: 1. From home, tap Messaging.
Page 70 1. From home, tap Messaging. 2. Tap Menu > Settings to configure message settings: Default messaging app: Choose an app to use by default. Display: Bubble style: Choose how messages appear on the screen. Bubbles are the boxes that surround each message. Background style: Choose the background of the message screen. Change font size: When enabled, you can change the text size while reading a message by pressing the Volume key up or down. Text templates: Create and manage text phrases that you can add to messages. Text messages: Auto combination: Choose whether long messages that are received in multiple parts are automatically re-assembled to display as a single message. Multimedia messages: Group conversation: Control how messages to multiple recipients are handled. When enabled, a single message is sent to multiple recipients. When disabled, a separate ...
Page 71: Messaging Plus
Notification sound: Choose a sound to play for new message notifications. Vibrate: Choose whether the phone vibrates along with the ringtone for new message notifications. Repeat message alert: Choose how often your phone notifies you of new message(s). Pop-up display: Choose whether a new message pops up on the display to notify you. Preview message: Choose whether a short preview of new messages displays on the Lock screen and Status Bar. Emergency alerts: Configure emergency alert settings. Emergency alerts: Choose types of emergency alerts to receive. You can enable or display any of the message types, except for Presidential Alert. You can also choose to receive emergency alert test messages. Important: The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) system provides the government the ability to send geographically targeted notifications of emergencies, such as threats to public safety, severe weather events, a hazardous material spill or a missing child in the phone user’s area. Emergency notification preview: Play a sample emergency alert tone. Tap STOP to cancel the playback. Vibrate: Select vibration options for emergency message notifications. Alert reminder Configure the reminder interval. Signature: Include a text signature in all the messages you send. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the setting on, and then edit the signature text to include.
Page 72: Social Networking Accounts
Social Networking Accounts Stay in touch on the go with all your social networking accounts. Post updates on Google+, Hangouts, see what everyone’s talking about on YouTube, and more. Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on- the-go Facebook access. Install the Facebook App on Your Phone Before you use Facebook on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play store app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Tap the Search icon and search for "facebook". 3. Tap Facebook from the results list. 4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap ACCEPT. 5. When the download and installation is complete, tap OPEN. To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > Facebook. Sign in to Your Facebook Account from Account Settings 1. ...
Page 73: Google
Note: It is not necessary to sign in to the YouTube site to view content. However, if you wish to sign in to access additional options tap Menu > Sign in. Select an account (if available) or create a new account. Google+ Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use Hangouts for fast messaging with everyone in your Circles, or use Instant Upload to automatically upload videos and photos to your own private album on Google+. Visit google.com/mobile/+ for more information. Google+ is part of your Google Account, and uses your Google Account sign-in. Before using Google+, set up your Google Account on your phone. For more information, see Create a Google Account or Sign In to Your Google Account. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google+. The app will sign in to your Google Account. If you are signed into more than one Google Account, select the account you would like to use with Google+. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to use Google+. Hangouts Hangouts is an application for instant messaging offered by Google. From home, tap Apps > Hangouts. 1. Enter your Google Account information. – or – Tap Or create a new account to create a new Google Account. 2. Follow the prompts to begin using Google Hangouts. Note: If you have already signed in to your Google Account, it displays on the Hangouts screen. Accounts and Messaging...
Page 74: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment All your phone’s features are accessible through the Applications list. Note: Available apps and services are subject to change at any time. Google Play Store The Google Play store app is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and books for your phone. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity apps to games. When you find an app you want, you can easily download and install it on your phone. To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your phone’s Wi-Fi or Sprint 4G or 3G data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Web and Data and Google Account for details. Important: Sprint’s policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require Sprint to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you are not comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application. Find and Install an App When you install apps from the Google Play store app and use them on your phone, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your phone. Download and install only apps that you trust. Note: If you have not already done so, you will need to set up a payment method to purchase paid apps from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Browse through the categories to find and learn about apps. 3. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). 4. ...
Page 75: Open An Installed App
Open an Installed App After you install an app, it is available on the Apps screen. From home, tap Apps, and then tap the app icon. Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab > Application manager > DOWNLOADED tab. 2. Tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap UNINSTALL and follow the prompts. 1Weather 1Weather offers a full suite of weather tools to keep you informed. Before you use 1Weather on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play store. 1. From home, tap Apps > 1Weather. 2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play store. Amazon Shop Amazon.com from your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Amazon. 2. ...
Page 76: Ebay
Before you use CBS Sports on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play store. 1. From home, tap Apps > CBS Sports. 2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play store. eBay At eBay, we work hard every day to build a world-class online shopping experience on Android the eBay app is packed full of features that make it easy to browse, buy, sell, and manage your eBay experience whenever and wherever you are. From home, tap Apps > eBay. Flipboard Use Flipboard to create a personalized digital “magazine” out of everything being shared with you. Access news stories, personal feeds and other related material. Flip through your Facebook newsfeed, tweets from your Twitter account, photos from friends and much more. From home, tap Apps > Flipboard. Google Play Books Discovering your favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can shop the world's largest selection of eBooks and read them anywhere you like. From home, tap Apps > Play Books. Google Play Games Google Play Games is the easiest way for you to discover new games, track achievements and scores, and play with friends around the world. It brings all your gaming on Google Play together in a unified Android experience.
Page 77: Google Play Movies & Tv
To use Google Maps, enable your phone’s GPS location services and agree to share location information with Google. To enable your phone’s GPS Location feature: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab > Location. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable location services. To launch the Google Maps application: From home, and tap Apps > Maps. Google Play Movies & TV Google Play Movies & TV allows you to watch movies and TV shows purchased on Google Play. You can stream instantly on your Android phone or download so you can watch from anywhere, even when you are not connected. Also, get quick access to your personal video collection, including those taken on your phone. From home, tap Apps > Play Movies & TV. Google Play Music Google Play Music lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from the Google Play store app, as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Music library and instantly ready to play or download. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer. From home, tap ...
Page 78 To use Group Play, all participants must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Important: If you are using Group Play via an unsecured Wi-Fi network, your information may be vulnerable to unauthorized third parties while being transferred. Use Group Play only for personal and non-profit purposes. Using Group Play for commercial use violates copyright law. The company is not responsible for copyright infringement by users. Create a Group and Share Note: To use Group Play, all participants must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 1. From home, tap Apps > Group Play. The first time you access Group Play, you will be prompted to accept the Terms and Conditions. Read the terms and tap I agree > CONFIRM to continue. 2. Tap Set group password, tap CREATE GROUP, and then follow the prompts to create a group. You will need to set up a group password, which participants will use to join your Group Play session. 3. After you create the group, your phone turns on the mobile AP (Access Point). Follow the onscreen directions to bring other devices back-to-back with your phone to join the group. 4. Choose options for sharing: Share music: Select music stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card (not included). Share images: Select images stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card (not included). ...
Page 79: Music
Music The Music app plays music files. Use Music to browse your music library, play songs, and create playlists. You can also set songs as ringtones for incoming calls, or as alarm tones. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer. When you close the Music screen, playback will continue in the background, so you can listen to music while you use other features of your phone. When music is playing in the background, you can access playback controls from the Notification Panel. Play Music 1. From home, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap the category tabs at the top of the screen. The default tabs are PLAYLISTS, TRACKS, ALBUMS, ARTISTS, FOLDERS, and DEVICES. You may have to swipe your finger right or left along the tabs to see all of them. 3. Scroll through the list and tap a song to begin. While playing music, use these controls: Tap to pause playback. To start playback again, tap . Tap to move to the previous song. Tap to move to the next song. Tap the repeat button to control playback. Choose to play all songs once. Choose to repeat all songs. Choose to repeat the current song. Tap the shuffle button to control the order songs are played. Choose to play songs in the order they appear in the list. Choose to play songs in random order. Tap ...
Page 80 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap the PLAYLISTS tab, and then use these options: Tap an existing playlist to play its songs. While playing, tap Menu for playlist options. Tap Create playlist to create a new playlist. Follow the prompts to name the playlist, and then tap Add tracks to select songs for the playlist. Tap Menu for other options, including Edit title to rename playlists. Note: While playing music, you can touch and hold a song to choose Add to playlist. Set a Song as a Ringtone or Alarm Tone You can set a song as a ringtone for all incoming calls, or for a contact. You can also set a song as an alarm tone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music. 2. ...
Page 81: Samsung Apps/Galaxy Apps
Settings: Tabs: Choose tabs to display on the Music screen. Playlists: Choose default playlists. These default playlists will automatically update to include songs you play. SoundAlive: Choose a setting to match the type of music you are playing. Adapt Sound: Customize sound output when you are listening with earphones. Only available when earphones or a headset are inserted into the 3.5mm Headset Jack. Play speed: Touch and drag the slider to set the default speed for music playback. Music auto off: Choose a time period for music to play, after which Music will close. Lyrics: Display lyrics for songs as they play, if the lyric information is stored in the music file. Smart volume: Automatically adjusts the volume of all songs to an equal level. Voice control: Use voice commands to control the Music app. Samsung Apps/GALAXY Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy phone. Note: Your phone may initially show only Samsung Apps. Once you tap the icon to use the app store, you are prompted to update the app. Once updated, the Samsung Apps icon is replaced with the GALAXY Apps icon. You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download GALAXY apps. Apps and Entertainment...
Page 82: Scout
From home, tap Apps > Samsung Apps or GALAXY Apps. Scout Scout by Telenav is a daily personal navigator that helps you get where you are going. It lets you see and hear turn-by-turn directions and it can provide important, personalized information about traffic and alternate routes. Install the Scout App on Your Phone 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Tap the Search icon and search for "scout". 3. Tap Scout from the results list. 4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap Apps. 5. When the download and installation is complete, tap OPEN. Open the Scout App From home, tap Apps > Scout.
Page 83: Sprint Tv & Movies
Access Sprint Music Plus 1. From home, tap Apps > Sprint Music Plus. 2. The first time you launch the app, tap Accept to accept the Terms and Conditions. 3. Tap a store option from the main page (Ringbacks Store, Music Store, or Ringtones Store), or tap > Music (under Library) to access your music. Tap the onscreen navigation tools to skip ahead or rewind. Touch at any time to see additional options. For more information, tap > Settings > About or Help. Note: If you have loaded music on to your phone from your computer (see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer), you will need to sync your music to listen to it through Sprint Music Plus. From the Sprint Music Plus app, tap > Settings > Synchronize your music library. Once synced, you will see your music in the library. Purchase and Download Music from the Sprint Music Plus Store From the Sprint Music Plus Store, you can shop for songs to purchase and download to your phone. ...
Page 84: Sprint Zone
sprintchannels.mobitv.com for more information on channels and pricing. Download and Install Sprint TV & Movies Before using Sprint TV & Movies, you may need to install it from the Google Play store. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Tap the Search icon and search for "sprint tv & movies". 3. Tap Sprint TV & Movies from the results list. 4. Tap INSTALL > ACCEPT to download and install the app. Watch TV 1. From home, tap Apps > Sprint TV & Movies. 2. Depending on your settings, your phone may prompt you to accept a data connection. You may be prompted to update your app. Tap UPDATE NOW to update Sprint TV & Movies. 3. Browse horizontally through the category options in the center of the screen to see what's available. 4. ...
Page 85: Tripadvisor
TripAdvisor With the TripAdvisor, you can plan and have your perfect trip. With over 75 million reviews and opinions by travelers, it is easy to find the best hotels, restaurants, and fun things to do. From home, tap Apps > TripAdvisor. Uber Search and find transportation service using the Uber app. Request a ride and get picked up within minutes. From home, tap Apps > Uber. DivX ® DivX is a digital media format that provides your phone with high-quality videos. DivX Legal Information ® ® DivX , DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license. ® ® DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 720p, including premium content. ® ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi ® Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos. ®...
Page 86: Register Your Divx Device For Vod Playback Of Purchased Movies
Register Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies To play purchased DivX movies on your phone, you will first need to complete a one-time registration using both your phone and your computer. 1. Locate your VOD Registration code. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab > ® About device > Legal information > License settings > DivX VOD > Register. 2. Open the DivX Player on your computer. To download the free player for your computer, visit divx.com. 3. From the DivX Player on your computer, choose the VOD menu and select Register a DivX Certified Device. Follow the prompts to log in, or create a DivX account if you don’t already have one. 4. Follow the instructions in DivX Player to enter your phone’s VOD registration code and create a phone nickname. 5. Choose a location on your computer to download the DivX registration video, and then download the file. 6. Connect your phone to the computer via USB and transfer the DivX registration video to your phone. From the Registration screen (Transfer), select USB (the phone) as the target destination for the DivX registration video and tap Start. Return to the DivX VOD Manager screen (from within your computer’s DivX Player) and confirm both your computer and your new phone appears in the list of registered DivX devices.
Page 87: Web And Data
Web and Data The following topics address your phone’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Your phone’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections, including: Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your phone’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot”. The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network By default, your phone’s Wi-Fi feature is turned off. Turning Wi-Fi on makes your phone able to discover and connect to compatible in-range Wi-Fi networks (or WAPs—wireless access points). Turn Wi-Fi On 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on. Tip: You can also turn Wi-Fi on and off through the Notification Panel. Drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification Panel, and then tap Wi-Fi. Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for certain closed wireless networks. Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. ...
Page 88: Data Services General Information (4G Lte And 3G Networks)
Add a New Wi-Fi Network Manually 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on or off. 3. Tap Add Wi-Fi network. 4. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of the Wi-Fi network. 5. Tap the Security field and select the security method used by the Wi-Fi network. If a password is required, enter it in the Password field. 6. Tap CONNECT to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed or secured wireless network, you will not prompted to enter the wireless password again, unless you reset your phone back to its factory default settings. Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network The following information is designed to help you connect your device to a different Wi-Fi network. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on or off. 3. ...
Page 89: 4G Lte
4G LTE The 4G LTE network provides your phone with wireless Internet access. For more information about the availability of 4G LTE service in your location, visit sprint.com/coverage. Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors, including your distance to the base station and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Set Your Network Options 1. From home, Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks > Mobile networks > Network mode. 2. Select CDMA, LTE/CDMA, GSM/UMTS, or Automatic. The phone will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically connect to it. Your User Name When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you are automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com”. (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.) When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you network. Your user name is automatically programmed into your phone. You don’t have to enter it. Update Your User Name If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your services, you must then update the profile on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 90: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)
Turn Hotspot On or Off To conserve battery life, turn Hotspot on when you need it and turn it off when you are finished. You can control Hotspot from Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Hotspot, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Hotspot on or off. Connect a Device to Your Phone’s Hotspot When you connect a device to your phone’s Hotspot feature, the device can access your phone’s connection to the mobile data network. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Hotspot, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Hotspot on. 3. On the other device, scan for Wi-Fi hotspots, and then select your phone’s hotspot. Your phone’s Network SSID will appear in the list of available devices. To find your phone’s Network SSID, go to Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Hotspot. The network SSID is displayed near the top of the screen. 4. At the prompt, enter your phone’s password. Your phone uses WPA2 security, which requires a password. To find your phone’s password, go to Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Hotspot, and look for the password in the connection instructions. For more information, see Hotspot Settings.
Page 91: Add A Vpn
Set a Screen Lock Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your phone by unauthorized users. Pattern, PIN, or password screen locks provide sufficient security to set up trusted credential storage. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Choose a screen lock, from Pattern, PIN, or Password. 4. Follow the prompts to configure the screen lock. For more information, see Screen Lock. Add a VPN Configure a connected to a VPN. You must have a Pattern, PIN, or Password screen lock set before adding a VPN. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks > VPN. 2. Tap Basic VPN > or Advanced IPsec VPN to add a VPN. Depending on the type of VPN, this may include these options: Name: Enter the name of the VPN.
Page 92: Chrome
1. Touch and hold the title bar, and then drag down to open the Notification Panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings screen, and then tap the VPN connection to disconnect from it. When your phone has disconnected from the VPN, the VPN disconnected icon displays in the notification area of the title bar. Chrome Use Chrome for Mobile to browse fast and sign in to bring your Chrome experience from your computer, anywhere you go. For more information, visit google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile. From home, tap Apps > Chrome. Internet Your phone’s Internet browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using your phone’s 3G or 4G Mobile data or Wi-Fi connections. From home, tap Apps > Internet. Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Sprint home page. Web and Data...
Page 93: Pictures And Video
Pictures and Video Use your phone’s built-in camera and camcorder. Camera You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Taking pictures with your phone’s built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the camera, and then pressing the camera key. Open the Camera Follow the below procedure to access your phone’s camera. From home, tap Apps > Camera. Front/Back Camera: Switch between the front and back cameras. Dual Camera: Take a picture with the back camera and front camera at once, or record videos with both cameras. The image from the front camera displays as an inset on the screen, so you can take a picture of yourself along with the scene from the back camera. Tap the inset image to resize it, or drag it to a new position on the screen. Settings: Access camera settings. Mode Indicator: Shows the current Mode, which you can choose with Mode Selector. Record: Tap to start recording. Capture: Tap to take a picture. Pictures and Video...
Page 94: Take A Picture
Mode Selector: Tap to choose a shooting mode. The current mode displays on the camera screen. Shooting modes allow you to choose modes for automatically adjusting settings to suit conditions, or to access special features like panorama or other specialty shots. Effects: Choose an effect to add to pictures or videos as you take them. Gallery: View your pictures or videos. Take a Picture You can take pictures with your phone’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your picture, use the onscreen options, or these gestures: Press the Volume key up or down to zoom in or out, or touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom. Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped. 3. Tap Capture to take the picture. Note: To include your location in photos, turn on Location tag in Settings. Record Videos In addition to taking pictures, you can record, view, and send videos with your phone’s built-in video camera. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your shot, use the onscreen options, or these gestures: ...
Page 95: Camera Options
Camera Options Camera options are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make your pictures or videos special. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Tap an option: Front/back camera: Tap to switch between the front and back cameras. With the front camera, you can take self-portraits or record yourself. With the back camera, you can take pictures or record what’s in front of you. Dual mode: Tap to display the screen for the front camera inset on the screen for the back camera. You can use dual mode to put yourself in a picture or video. Mode: Tap to choose a shooting mode. Scroll available modes, and then tap a mode to select it. Modes include: Auto: Automatically adjusts the exposure to optimize the color and brightness of pictures. In Auto mode, you can take single or burst shots (take burst shots by holding Capture button to take multiple shots until you lift your finger). Beauty face: Automatically enhances facial features. Best photo: Allows you to select the best shot from multiple shots you take at the same time. Best face: Allows you to select the best shot of each subject, to get the best possible group shot. ...
Page 96: Quick Camera Settings
Quick Camera Settings Use Quick settings to quickly configure settings while you take pictures and record videos. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. From the Camera screen, tap to access settings: Advanced settings: Tap to access advanced camera settings. Flash: Tap to choose a flash setting. Auto night detection: Tap to enable or disable automatic night detection, to help you take clearer, brighter pictures in low light. Auto night detection does not apply when recording videos. Voice control: Tap to access voice control settings, for using voice commands to take pictures and record video. For more information, see Voice Control Settings. Recording mode: Tap to choose a mode for recording. Choose Limit for MMS to restrict recordings to a size that can be attached to a multimedia message. Choose Normal, Slow motion, or Fast motion to control the speed of recording. Share: Tap to choose a method for sharing pictures and videos. You can choose Share shot, Buddy photo share, or Remote viewfinder. Advanced Camera Settings Use Advanced settings to configure default options for pictures and videos. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 97: Gallery
Save as: Choose whether pictures are saved with Rich Tone to create rich, soft color. Videos: Video size: Choose the default size for videos. Video stabilization: Adjust settings to improve image stability in videos. General: Location tag: GPS location information is stored in picture files. Review pics/videos: Pictures display briefly after you take them so you can review them. Volume key: Choose a function for the Volume key while using the Camera. Timer: Choose a timer setting to delay the taking of pictures or recording. White balance: Choose a setting for current light conditions. Exposure value: Adjust the brightness of pictures. Guidelines: Guidelines display on the screen to aid in composition. Flash: Choose a flash setting. Voice control: Take pictures or record videos by speaking commands. For more information, see Voice Control Settings. Contextual filename: Filenames include GPS information. GPS tag must be enabled to ...
Page 98 If you have pictures or videos stored on an optional memory card (not included), they will be display folders they are stored in, and folders are treated as albums. The actual folder names will be used as the album names. If you have downloaded any photos and videos, these will be placed in the All downloads album. Note: Tap > Help to learn about Gallery. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture. 3. From the Gallery screen, you can use these options: Tap a picture or video to display it in full screen view. Touch and hold thumbnails to select them. Tap Create album to create an album. Give the album a name, and then select and drag thumbnails to the album to move or copy files to the new album. Tap Camera to launch the Camera to take pictures or record video. Tap Menu for options, including: Select album/Select item: Depending on the view, tap albums or items to select them. After selection, you can tap Menu again for options you can use with the selected item. Slideshow: Choose options to create a slideshow for viewing your pictures and videos. ...
Page 99: View Photos And Videos
View Photos and Videos After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse the photos and videos of that album in either photo pile or grid view. Tap a photo or video to view it in full screen. Note: If no icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them. View Photos 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a thumbnail to view the picture. While viewing a picture full-screen you can use these options: Change player: Share the picture with nearby devices. Share via: Choose a method for sharing the picture. Delete: Erase the current picture. Camera: Launch the Camera to take pictures or record video. View Videos Tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options: Share: Choose an option for sharing the video. Trim: Edit the length of the video. Delete: Erase the current video. Tap to play the video. Zoom In or Out on a Photo There are two ways you can zoom in or out of a photo.
Page 100: Share Photos And Videos
Rotate and Save a Photo To rotate or save your photo, follow the below procedures. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture. 3. Tap Menu > Rotate left or Rotate right. The rotated picture is saved in your default storage location as a copy. Crop a Photo The crop your photos, follow the below procedures. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture. 3. Tap Menu > Crop. 4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. Drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box. 5. To move the crop box to the part of the photo that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired position. 6. Tap SAVE to apply the changes to the picture. The cropped picture is saved along with the original copy in your default storage location. ...
Page 101 Send Photos or Videos Using Dropbox 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share, and then tap the photo or video you want to send. 3. Touch the screen and then tap > Add to Dropbox. 4. Follow the prompts. Share Photos and Videos Using Android Beam 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share. 3. Touch the screen and then tap > Android Beam. 4. Select a device and follow the prompts. Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several photos, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your computer ...
Page 102: Share Photos Or Videos On Google
Send Photos or Videos by Email or Gmail You can send several photos, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message. They are added as file attachments in your email or Gmail. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share. 3. Tap the photo or video you want to send. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > Email or Gmail. 5. Compose your message and then tap or Note: If you selected Email or Gmail and you have multiple email or Gmail accounts, the default email or Gmail account will be used. Send Photos or Videos by Flipboard 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send. 3. Tap the photo or video you want to send. 4. ...
Page 103: Send A Photo Or Video By Multimedia Message
3. Tap the photo or video you want to send. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > Hangouts to share the photo or video in Hangouts. Send a Photo or Video by Multimedia Message Although you can send several photos or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send. 3. Tap the photo or video you want to send. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > Messaging. 5. Compose your message and then tap . Share Photos or Videos Using Google Photos You need to be signed in to a Google Account to upload photos and videos to Google Photos. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
Page 104: Optical Reader
Share Photos and Videos Using Wi-Fi Direct 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share. 3. Touch the screen and then tap > Wi-Fi Direct. 4. Select a device and follow the prompts. Share Videos on YouTube You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube. Before you do this, you must create a YouTube account and sign in to that account on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share. 3. Touch the screen and then tap > YouTube. 4. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 5. Tap Upload. Optical Reader Optical reader allows you to use your camera to identify text and QR codes. For example, you can ...
Page 105: Video
Video Play videos stored on your phone, and share them via Bluetooth, Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube. 1. From home, tap Apps > Video. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3. Tap a video to view it. Share Videos 1. From home, tap Apps > Video. 2. Tap Menu > Select. 3. Tap one or more videos to select them for sharing. 4. Tap Menu > Share via. 5. Choose a sharing option, and then follow the prompts to share the video. Use Pop-up Play Multitask with Pop-up Play by transforming your video player into a pop-up window floating on the screen. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Video.
Page 106 Select your country/region to help WatchON find TV information for you. Enter your zip code to help WatchON find your TV service provider. Find your TV service provider to customize WatchON for your own TV service. Select channel list to make sure WatchON can control your TV service. Personalize your setup. Learn about WatchON. Sign in to your Samsung account. 3. Continue on to set up your phone as a remote to control your TV. Note: Tap Menu > Help to learn more about WatchON. Set Up Your Phone as a Remote Use WatchON and your phone to control your TV, set-top box, DVR, Blu-ray or DVD player, stereo, and other electronic devices. 1. From home, tap Apps > WatchON. 2. From the toolbar, tap , and then tap Set up now. 3. Follow the prompts to find your TV or other devices and configure your phone to control their operation.
Page 107: Tools And Calendar
Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your phone’s productivity-enhancing apps and features. Calculator Use the Calculator app to perform mathematical calculations. Note: Rotate the phone to switch to a scientific calculator. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Tap the keypad to enter your equation. To clear the results: Tap Clear. To clear the calculator history: Tap Expand > Clear history. To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard: Touch and hold an entry in the display field. Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Add an Event to the Calendar Add events to your Calendar to help you organize your time and remind you of important events. Note: To synchronize calendar events among your Google and Corporate accounts, make sure they are being managed by your phone. See Accounts and Messaging for more information. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar. ...
Page 108: Event Alerts And Reminders
Samsung Calendar: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account. Google/Gmail: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your Google Account. Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account. 4. Enter information about the event: Tap the Title field and enter a title for the event. Tap the Location field to enter a location for the event or tap the icon to select the location on the map. Select a Start and End date and time for the event by tapping the corresponding fields, and adjusting the month, day, and year. Tap the All day field to set this as an all-day event. If set as an all-day event, the time fields are removed. Select an alarm time by tapping the Reminder field. 5. Tap SAVE, or tap VIEW MORE OPTIONS to enter more information about the event. Available options depend on the type of event and the account it is synced with. Enter participants in the Participants field. Tap Show me as (or Status) to choose how the event shows on your calendar to other ...
Page 109: View Events
By playing the assigned ringtone. By showing the Alert screen. By playing a short beep. By indicating an icon within the Status Bar. To view additional options: 1. Tap the Status Bar, and then slide your finger down the screen to open the Notification Panel. 2. Tap the upcoming event name from the onscreen list to display the event within the Calendar notifications screen. 3. Tap an option. SET SNOOZE DURATION to set the length of time to allow before you are reminded of the event. SNOOZE to be reminded of the event at a future time. DISMISS to dismiss the reminder. View Events The following procedure helps you view your calendar events. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. To customize your Calendar view, tap Menu, and then tap a time period (Year, Month, Month and agenda, Week, Day, or Agenda). 3. ...
Page 110: Delete Events
Tap an event to view its details. Tap where indicated to view events before the currently selected date. Month and Agenda View Month and Agenda view shows the month, with a list of events for the month below. While in Month and agenda view: You can touch and hold on a day to create a new event on that day. Tap an event to view its details. Slide left or right across the screen to view earlier or later months. Week, Month, and Year Views Week view displays a chart of the events of one week. In Year or Month views, you will see markers on days that have events. When in Week view: You can touch and hold on a time slot to create a new event at that time. Tap an event to view its details. Slide left or right across the screen to view earlier or later weeks. When in Year or Month views: Tap a day to view the events of that day. Touch and hold a day to create a new event on that day. Slide left or right to view earlier or later months or years. Delete Events The following procedures show you how to erase your calendar events. 1. ...
Page 111: Clock
– or – If the calendar event is recurring, select Only this event, This and future events or All events in series, and tap DELETE. Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. From home, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Swipe your finger along the taps at the top of the screen to view features. Tap a tab to use a feature: Alarm: This feature allows you to set an alarm to ring at a specific time. World clock: allows you to view the time of day or night in other parts of the world. World Clock displays time in hundreds of different cities, within all 24 time zones around the world. Stopwatch: You can use this option to measure intervals of time. Timer: You can use this option to set a countdown timer. Use a timer to count down to an event based on a preset time length (hours, minutes, and seconds). Desk clock: Display a clock and calendar on the screen, with shortcuts to your favorite apps. Create an Alarm Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified for the alarm. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 112: Dropbox
Dropbox Dropbox works to provide access to your desktop files directly from your phone. This application allows you to bring your files with you when you are on the go, edit files in your Dropbox from your phone, upload photos and videos to Dropbox, and share your selected files freely with family and friends. The in-phone application works in conjunction with a partner program placed on a target computer using an active Internet connection. Dropbox creates a folder that automatically synchronizes its contents across all of your connected devices on your account. Update a file to your Dropbox on your computer, and it is automatically updated to the same folder on your other devices. Download the Desktop Application Follow the procedures below to download the desktop application. 1. Use your computer’s browser to navigate to dropbox.com. 2. Follow the onscreen setup and installation instructions on your target computer containing the desired files. Important: The computer application must be installed on the computer containing the desired files. This computer must have an active Internet connection. Accessing Dropbox on Your Device Follow the procedures below to access the Dropbox app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Dropbox. 2. Tap Sign in!, and then enter your current account credentials, to sign in to your Dropbox account. – or – Tap Sign Up and follow the onscreen instructions to register for a new account. Manually Uploading a Picture to Dropbox Follow the below procedures to manually upload pictures to the Dropbox app.
Page 113: Google Now
It tells you today’s weather before you start your day, how much traffic to expect before you leave for work, when the next train will arrive as you are standing on the platform, or your favorite team's score while they’re playing. And the best part? All of this happens automatically. Cards appear throughout the day at the moment you need them. For more information, visit google.com/landing/now. 1. Press and hold the Home key, and then tap Google Now. 2. Follow the prompts to learn about Google Now, and set up your preferences. Google Search Use Google Search to search the Internet. From home, tap Apps > Google. Help Help provides online information to help with your phone questions. From home, tap Apps > Help. KNOX KNOX gives you protection, privacy and productivity for your mobile business life. Use KNOX to gain secure access to your work email and business apps on your personal Samsung smartphone, along with the tools to remotely find, lock or wipe your device in the event of loss or theft. From home, tap Apps > KNOX. Lookout Security Lookout Security provides mobile device-specific security features that are coupled with a minimal performance hit. Lookout Mobile Security provides key security options that are unique to the mobile Tools and Calendar...
Page 114: My Files
market. Along with the antivirus and anti-malware tech, there's a lost and stolen phone locator service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup service. From home, tap Apps > Lookout Security. My Files My files allows you to manage your manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory card data in one convenient location. This application allows you to launch a file if the associated application is already on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > My Files. 2. Folders display, including: All files: Tap to choose Device storage, or SD memory card, to show files stored in the phone’s internal memory, or on an optional installed memory card (not included). Images: Pictures stored on your phone. Videos: Videos stored on your phone. Music: Songs stored on your phone. Documents: Other files stored on your phone. Note: Different folders may appear, depending on how your phone is configured. Polaris Office 5 Polaris Office Mobile for Android is a Microsoft Office compatible office suite. This application provides a central place for managing your documents online or offline. Polaris Office can also open Adobe PDF (Portable Document Format) files. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 115 Read the introduction and tap NEXT. Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap NEXT. Sign in to your Samsung account if you have not already done so. For more information, refer to Samsung Account. You must sign in to a Samsung account to set and save goals, and use other advanced S Health features. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter information about yourself, and then tap START. 3. Use S Health to track your health activities: Pedometer: Count the number of steps you take. Tap Start to start counting. You can pause counting and then tap Start to begin again. If you signed in to your Samsung account, you can set goals, track your progress, and share your results. Exercise: Set and manage exercise goals, and track your progress. You can track activities by type, such as running, walking, cycling, and hiking. S Health also offers access to the Music app, to work out to your favorite songs. Thermohygrometer: Measure the temperature and humidity of your environment. Food: Track your daily food intake, by entering your meals and snacks. You can keep track of your favorite foods, and take pictures of your meals. Weight: Track your weight and BMI (body mass index). Sleep: Samsung wearable devices (not included) can record your sleep data and sync it with Sleep in S Health. Partner apps: Manage additional S Health-compatible apps you install here. Note: Tap Menu > Help for more detailed information. Before You Start Exercising This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk ...
Page 116: S Memo
Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to bed; Ankle swelling, especially at night; A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest. Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply: You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55; You have a family history of heart disease before age 55; You smoke or quit smoking in the past six months; You have not exercised for three months or more; You are overweight or obese; You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol; You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called prediabetes. When in Doubt — Check It Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you. Consider it the first step on your path to physical fitness. S Memo The S Memo application allows you to create memos using the keyboard, your finger, or both. You can add images, voice recordings, and text all in one place. View the S Memo Screen Follow the steps below to explore the S Memo app.
Page 117 Import/Export: Export a memo as an image file, PDF file, or S Memo file, or import an S Note or S Memo file. Create folder: Enter a name for a folder in the Folder name field and touch OK. Change order: Change the order that memos display on the screen. Move: Move a memo to a folder. Copy: Copy the selected memo to the clipboard. Settings: Accounts: Manage accounts to which you can export memos. You can export to your Samsung account, to Google Docs, or to Evernote. Extent of background change: Choose how background changes you make are applied, to all pages in a memo, or to the current page. Help: Learn about S Memo. Backup and restore: Back up memos to an optional installed memory card (not included), or restore memos from a memory card. Create a New S Memo Follow the steps below to create a new memo or expand or reply to an existing memo using the S Memo app. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 118: S Translator
From home, tap Apps > S Translator. S Voice Your phone’s S Voice is a voice recognition application used to activate a wide variety of functions on your phone. This is a natural language recognition application. This goes beyond the Google Search Voice Actions feature that simply recognizes Google commands and search terms. You can ask it questions (Is it raining in Dallas?) or give it commands (Show me where to find cheap gas). 1. From home, tap Apps > S Voice. 2. Follow the prompts to learn about S Voice, and to review and accept the terms and conditions. 3. Navigate through the following onscreen tutorial screens by reading the information and tapping NEXT, or tap SKIP to continue without reading the information. 4. Wake up the application by speaking the phrase “Hi Galaxy”. Note: The wake-up command/phrase can be changed from “Hi Galaxy” to anything else. 5. Tap if the phone does not hear you, or to give it a command. Samsung Link Samsung Link makes staying connected easy. You can wirelessly synchronize your Samsung device with your TV, stream content, and even keep tabs on who calls or sends text messages with real-time, on-screen monitoring. Samsung Link allows users to share their in-device media content with other external devices using DLNA certified™ (Digital Living Network Alliance) Devices. These external devices must also be DLNA-compliant. Wi-Fi capability can be provided to TVs via a digital multimedia streamer. Samsung Link uses your Samsung account. For more information, see Samsung Account. Tools and Calendar...
Page 119: Configure Samsung Link Settings
Samsung Link. 2. Tap Menu > Settings for options: Registered storage: Add a Web storage service, to view or share files. Auto upload: Photos and videos from your device will be automatically uploaded to a Web storage service. You can also choose how files are uploaded. Turn on Use mobile network to allow your phone to use your phone’s connection to the wireless data network, or turn it off to only allow uploads when connected to Wi-Fi. Video optimization: Video quality for streamed video content is optimized depending on current network conditions. Password lock: Access to Samsung Link on your device is password-protected. You must enter your Samsung account password to start Samsung Link. My account: Access information about your Samsung account. Information: Learn about Samsung Link. Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device Share media with another DLNA-compliant device via Samsung Link. Tools and Calendar...
Page 120: Voice Recorder
Both your device, and the device(s) that connect to your device, must be on the same Wi-Fi access point (AP). For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung Link. 2. Launch AllShare Play or Samsung Link on the target device. 3. On your phone, tap media file(s) to select them for streaming. 4. Tap , and then choose a device for sharing. Your device requests permission for sharing from the target device. 5. Follow the prompts on the target device to allow sharing. Voice Recorder The Voice recorder allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately share it. Recording time will vary based on the available memory within the phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. 2. To start recording, tap Record and speak into the microphone. 3. To pause recording, tap Pause. To end the recording, tap Stop. 4. To cancel the recording, tap Cancel. 5. Tap Menu for options: ...
Page 121: Voice Search
Noise reduction: Choose whether the phone uses noise reduction during recording, to improve recording quality. Recording volume: Choose the default volume for recordings. Channel: Choose whether recordings are made in Stereo or Mono. Skip interval: Choose the number of seconds to skip when you press the Forward and Back buttons during playback. Voice Search Search the Internet and your phone using voice commands. From home, tap Apps > Voice Search. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth phones, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth On or Off When Bluetooth is on, you can scan and find other Bluetooth devices, to share information between the devices. Turn Bluetooth off when not in use to conserve battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off. Note: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off from the Notification Panel. Slide the Status Bar down to ...
Page 122: Reconnect A Headset Or Car Kit
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Make sure that the headset is discoverable, so that your phone can find the headset. Refer to the instructions that came with the headset to find out how to set it to discoverable mode. 4. Tap SCAN. Your phone will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range. 5. When you see the name of your headset displayed in the available devices section, tap the name. Your phone then automatically tries to pair with the headset. 6. If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with your headset. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the hands-free headset or car kit name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the Bluetooth headset or car kit is connected to your phone, (Bluetooth connected) displays in the Status Bar. Depending on the type of headset or car kit you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible devices. Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit When you have paired a headset with your phone, you should be able to reconnect it automatically by turning on Bluetooth on your phone and then turning on the headset. However, sometimes you will need to reconnect manually, for example if you have been using your headset with another Bluetooth device. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. ...
Page 123: Send Information Using Bluetooth
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device You can disconnect from a Bluetooth device, without removing the pairing relationship between the devices. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. In the paired devices section, tap the device name, and then tap OK. Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your phone forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to the device again, you will need to pair with it again. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. In the paired devices section, tap beside the device name, and then tap Unpair. Send Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a phone or notebook computer. The first time you transfer information between your phone and another device, you need to enter or confirm a security passcode. After that, your phone and the other device are paired, and you will not need to exchange passcodes to transfer information in the future. You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to: Images and videos ...
Page 124: Receive Information Using Bluetooth
Music. While playing a song in the Music app, tap Menu > Listen via Bluetooth. Voice recording. On the main Voice Recorder screen, touch and hold a recording and then tap Share via > Bluetooth. 3. If you are prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap TURN ON. 4. Tap the name of the receiving device. 5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving phone, and enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. 6. On the receiving device, accept the file. Receive Information Using Bluetooth Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including photos, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Tap the checkbox next to your phone's Bluetooth name to make it discoverable. 4. On the sending device, send one or more files to your phone. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on sending information over Bluetooth. 5. If prompted, enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. A Bluetooth authorization request is displayed on your phone. 6. When your phone receives a file transfer request notification, tap ACCEPT. 7. ...
Page 125: Microsd Card
microSD Card A microSD memory card is an optional accessory (not included) that allows you to store images, videos, music, documents, and other data on your phone. Important: You can damage a microSD card by improper installation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. Install a microSD Card Follow the instructions below to install an optional memory card (not included). 1. Remove the back cover. Grasp the phone firmly and locate the slot at the top of the phone. Place your fingernail in the opening and firmly “pop” the cover off the phone. 2. With the gold contacts facing down, slide the card into the slot. 3. Replace the back cover. Remove a microSD Card Use the following procedures to remove an optional microSD card from your phone. 1. Remove the back cover. Grasp the phone firmly and locate the slot at the top of the phone. Place your fingernail in the opening and firmly “pop” the cover off the phone. Tools and Calendar...
Page 126: View Microsd Card Memory
2. Firmly press the card into the slot and release it. The card should pop partially out of the slot. 3. Remove the card from the slot. 4. Replace the back cover. View microSD Card Memory Use the following procedure to view memory usage information for an optional installed microSD card (not included). From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab > Storage. The total and available memory space will be displayed. Format a microSD Card Formatting a microSD card permanently removes all files stored on the card. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab > Storage. 2. Scroll down the screen, tap Format SD card > FORMAT SD CARD > DELETE ALL. Note: Formatting erases all the data on an installed microSD card, after which the files CANNOT be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format the card. Unmount a microSD Card When you need to remove an optional installed microSD card, you must unmount the card first to ...
Page 127: System Updates
Insert the smaller end of the cable to the USB Charger/Accessory jack at the bottom of the phone. Insert the larger end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. Your phone will automatically detect the connection. 2. Swipe your finger down from the Status Bar to open the Notification Panel. 3. On the Notification Panel, the type of connection is shown: Connected as a media device: Used for most transfers. You can transfer files in Windows or from a Mac. Connected as a camera: Used for transfers of photos using camera software on your computer. To change the connection type, tap it in the Notification Panel, and then tap the desired option. 4. On your computer, navigate to the detected phone (such as through the My Computer menu) and open it. 5. If available, select a drive (Card for an optional installed memory card (not included), or Phone for internal phone storage). 6. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer. 7. When you are done, disconnect your phone from the computer. System Updates From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. Use System update options to ...
Page 128: Update Your Phone
3. Tap SYNC ALL. To preserve data on an optional installed memory card: As an added precaution, to preserve any data on an optional installed microSD card, please remove it from your phone prior to starting the update process. See Remove a microSD Card. Update Your Phone Use System Updates to update your phone's software, firmware, PRL (preferred roaming list), and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap System update to use these options: Update PRL: Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your phone to access the network. Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you choose to change your user name online, use this option to update the user name on your phone. Update Samsung Software: Upgrade to the latest software available for your device. Update Firmware: Update your phone’s firmware. Follow the prompts to download and install the update. UICC Unlock: Unlock your device’s Universal Integrated Circuit Card. Tools and Calendar...
Page 129: Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service With your phone and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service, you can make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. For a country-specific travel guide, select your phone and destination from sprint.com/traveltips. Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account Before using your phone in global roaming mode, you must activate Sprint Worldwide service. To activate Sprint Worldwide service: Chat with or email an international support rep by visiting sprint.com/swwsupport. – or – Call Sprint Worldwide Customer support at 1-888-226-7212. Your Phone’s SIM Card for International Roaming Your phone comes with a preinstalled SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to support roaming on compatible GSM networks. Note: Your SIM card should be preinstalled. If you need to reinstall your SIM card, follow the instructions below. The SIM included contains information specific to your phone and should be retained with the phone for use on GSM networks. 1. Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover off the phone. Remove the battery. 2. Hold the SIM card so that the metal contacts on the SIM card face down and the cut off corner points to the bottom-right corner of your phone.
Page 130: Make And Receive Worldwide Calls
your Sprint Worldwide service, meaning that it should automatically connect to an appropriate CDMA/LTE or GSM/UMTS network when you travel. To set your network mode options manually: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks 2. Tap Mobile networks > Network mode to configure options: To allow connections to CDMA or LTE networks only, tap CDMA or LTE/CDMA. To allow connections to GSM or UMTS networks only, tap GSM/UMTS. To allow connections to available CDMA/LTE or GSM/UMTS networks, tap Automatic. This is the recommended setting for international use. Make and Receive Worldwide Calls When travelling on international networks, you can place and answer calls as you would on the Sprint network (see Make Phone Calls and Receive Phone Calls), although some additional instructions may be required to place a call. Some features and services are not available in all countries. For more information on services that are available while roaming, visit sprint.com/sww. Make Calls Using Plus (+) Code Dialing Placing calls from one country to another country is simple with the Plus (+) Code Dialing feature. ...
Page 131: Sprint International Voicemail Service
3. Tap to insert the US country code, and then enter the area code and number. 4. Tap to place the call. Sprint International Voicemail Service Your Sprint voicemail will follow you as you travel. All of your unanswered calls will be forwarded to your Sprint voicemail. You will need to be sure your voicemail box is already set up and that you know your voicemail password. Note: Sprint voicemail may not be available on all networks; check sprint.com/sww for service information. International Voicemail Troubleshooting There are a few tips to keep in mind when using Sprint voicemail while traveling. Some carriers may not support voicemail indicators. It may be necessary to call your voicemail to see if you have any new messages. If you hear the message “Please enter the number of the subscriber you wish to call,” enter your 10-digit wireless phone number. Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International To simplify accessing your Sprint Voicemail while travelling, you can set up your voicemail access number as a Contacts entry. Save the voicemail access number with the international dialing code to make it faster and easier to access your messages while roaming internationally. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. ...
Page 132: International Data Roaming
A “Message Waiting” indicator icon or a text message is displayed when a voicemail message is received. You may see “Missed Call” on your screen prior to receiving a message notification. You must call voicemail in order to retrieve messages. Follow the instructions on the previous page to store your voicemail number for easy access. Retrieve Voicemail Messages The voicemail retrieval process while travelling is the same as on the Sprint Network; however, you will be required to enter your voicemail password. To retrieve your voicemail messages: 1. From home, tap Phone > Contacts tab, tap the voicemail entry and then tap the number to call it. 2. When your voicemail answers, tap , enter the password, and tap to access your voicemail. International Data Roaming Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service can also keep you connected via email and Web browsing when travelling in countries in which Sprint offers data service. Data services are available on both CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. Check sprint.com/traveltips and sprint.com/sww to determine the services available where you are travelling. Note: Prior to using your Sprint Worldwide GSM/UMTS Data Services, you must establish and utilize your CDMA data services domestically on the Sprint Network. Get Started with Sprint Worldwide Data Services To use Sprint Worldwide Data Services, you will need to have these services activated on your account.
Page 133: International Roaming Status Messages
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS > More networks > Mobile networks. 2. Ensure the Mobile data checkbox is selected. 3. Tap Network mode, and then change the preferred network mode to Automatic. Access Email and Data Services on Internationally on CDMA Networks If data service is available on a CDMA network, then you only need to set the phone to CDMA, you will not need to select the specific carrier. Selecting a specific carrier is only necessary for providers on the GSM network. If your phone has automatically selected a GSM network while traveling, then you will need to set the phone to CDMA to access CDMA data services. (See Set Network Mode Options.) Visit sprint.com/sww for a list of services available in each country. International Roaming Status Messages You may receive status messages under certain conditions. Before contacting Sprint Worldwide Customer Support, note the message, numeric code, and the conditions under which it appeared. The following table lists and describes the status messages. Status Messages Message Description Number Not in Service The number that you entered is not valid. ...
Page 134: Contact Sprint For Assistance With International Service
Status Messages Message Description Self Check Fail An operational fault was detected with your phone. Note the numeric code, turn your phone off, and contact Sprint Customer Service. Wrong PIN You have entered an incorrect SIM PIN number. You have only three attempts to enter your PIN. After a third unsuccessful attempt, your phone will be locked and you will have to call Sprint Customer Service to have it unlocked. Sprint sets the default to PIN off; if you elect to enable the PIN then you will need to contact Sprint for the default PIN and PUK. PIN Blocked. Call Your An incorrect SIM PIN was entered three consecutive times. You Provider will be unable to send or receive calls on your phone. Contact Sprint Customer Service to obtain the PIN Unblocked Key (PUK) code. Sprint sets the default to PIN off; if you elect to enable the PIN then you will need to contact Sprint for the default PIN and PUK. Insert SIM Your SIM Card is not being detected. Please check to ensure that you have inserted the SIM Card. Check SIM Card Please check your SIM card to make sure it is properly inserted. Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service If you experience any issues with voice or data services while outside of the United States, Sprint ...
Page 135 Please call the numbers below if you need assistance: While in the United States: Call 1-888-226-7212. While traveling outside the United States: In GSM mode: Touch and hold , and then dial 1-817-698-4199. In CDMA mode: Enter the country code, and then dial 1-817-698-4199. There is no charge for this call from your wireless phone. From a landline phone when outside the United States: Sprint Worldwide Customer Support can be reached from a landline phone at 1-817-698-4199. Access or connection fees may apply. The toll free numbers below can also be used to contact Sprint Worldwide Customer Support in the following countries: Country From Landline Phone Canada 1-866-805-9890 Caribbean (Anguilla, Barbados, 1-866-313-6672 Cayman Islands, and Dominica) ...
Page 136: Settings
Settings Use Settings to configure your phone to your preferences. Access Settings Settings are arranged on tabs by category, to quickly access options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap a tab to access settings by category: CONNECTIONS: Connect to wireless networks, including 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi, and to other devices. MY DEVICE: Personalize your phone, including sounds and the display, accessibility, and input. ACCOUNTS: Set up accounts on your phone, like your Google and Samsung accounts, and your email and social networking accounts. You can also set up backup options. MORE: Set permissions for locations and security, and manage your device. Wi-Fi Calling Settings Wi-Fi Calling uses Wi-Fi networks to help improve voice and data coverage. It sends and receives calls and text messages over a Wi-Fi network and may offer better coverage in buildings and areas of poor cellular reception. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi Calling. 2. Follow the prompts to set up Wi-Fi Calling. You will see the Wi-Fi Calling icon in the Status Bar when Wi-Fi Calling is active and you are connected to a saved Wi-Fi network.
Page 137: Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Settings Use Wi-Fi settings to control your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi networks, and for using Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. Turn Wi-Fi On or Off When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device will notify you of available Wi-Fi networks, and you can connect to the Wi-Fi networks. Turn Wi-Fi Off when not in use, to conserve battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on or off. Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi on or off from the Notification Panel. Drag down from the top of the screen, and then tap the Wi-Fi button. Configure Wi-Fi Settings Set up and manage wireless access points. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. Add Wi-Fi network: Connect to a new Wi-Fi network. For more information, see Wi-Fi. Smart mode: Smart mode remembers the locations where you spend the most time and turns on Wi-Fi when you are near those places. The device will automatically connect to networks that you have previously connected to. If you have never connected to a network at ...
Page 138: Advanced Wi-Fi Settings
Advanced Wi-Fi Settings Set up and manage wireless access points. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3. Tap Menu > Advanced to configure these settings: Network notification: When enabled, your phone alerts you when a new Wi-Fi network is available. Passpoint: When turned on, your phone will connect to passpoint-enabled Wi-Fi networks automatically. Sort by: Choose a sorting order for Wi-Fi networks on the Wi-Fi screen. Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data communications, when the device goes to sleep (when the backlight goes out). This setting can affect data usage, and the behavior of devices you connect to your device, such as when using it as a hotspot. Always allow scanning: When enabled, your phone will allow Google location service and other apps to scan for networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off. ...
Page 139: Hotspot Settings
3. Tap Menu > Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can tap SCAN to start scanning. 4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection. Hotspot Settings Use the Hotspot feature to share your phone’s data network connection with other devices via Wi-Fi. Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account at sprint.com/mysprint or access your account via Sprint Zone (tap Apps > Sprint Zone) to learn more. Note: Turning on Hotspot on will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks. Note: Using the Hotspot feature consumes battery power and uses data services Turn Hotspot On or Off 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Hotspot on or off. Configure Hotspot 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Hotspot on. 3. ...
Page 140: Bluetooth Settings
Allowed Devices Control whether devices can connect to your Mobile Hotspot with the Allowed devices list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your phone and connect using your phone’s Hotspot name and password. Note: Using the Hotspot feature consumes battery power and uses data services 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Hotspot > Menu > Allowed devices. 3. Tap , and then enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address. Consult the other device’s settings to find its MAC address. 4. Tap OK to add the device to the Allowed devices list. Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology for exchanging information over a distance of about 30 feet. You don’t need to line up the devices to send information with Bluetooth. If the devices are in range, you can exchange information between them, even if they are in different rooms. Your device can use Bluetooth to share photos, contacts and other content with other Bluetooth devices. Many of the apps on your device provide options for sharing via Bluetooth under Menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. Bluetooth must be on to configure settings. 3. From the Bluetooth screen, configure these settings: ...
Page 141: Data Usage Settings
Rename device: Change the name your phone uses to identify itself when you make your phone visible to other Bluetooth devices. Help: Learn about Bluetooth, and other settings. Data Usage Settings The Data usage menu lets you monitor your phone's data usage by date and by application. Note: Data is measured by your phone. Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Data usage to view your phone’s data usage statistics: 3. Tap Menu for additional options: Restrict background data: Your device is capable of connecting to the network in the background, for synchronization or other services. When enabled, background connections will not occur. Show Wi-Fi usage: When turned on, a separate tab displays data usage while connected to Wi-Fi. Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads. ...
Page 142: Default Messaging App
2. Tap Default messaging app. 3. Choose a messaging app. Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messaging (such as Google Hangouts), you will not be able to use the Messaging app unless you restore it as the default messaging app. Printing Your phone can print to a compatible Wi-Fi printer. The printer and your phone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks. 2. Tap Printing. 3. Choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. 4. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to configure settings or print. 5. Tap Menu for more options, including adding a printer and print settings. Mobile Networks Set options for network selection and data service. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks. 2. Tap Mobile networks to configure options:...
Page 143: Tethering
Mobile data: When enabled, your device connects to the mobile data network. Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. Access Point Names: Configure access points. Network operators: Configure network operators. Tethering Use Tethering to share your phone's Internet connection with a computer that connects to your phone using a USB cable or via Bluetooth. Note: Using the tethering feature consumes battery power and use data services. To conserve battery life, turn tethering on when you need it and turn it off when you are finished. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks > Tethering. 2. Tap USB tethering to connect a computer to your phone using a USB cable. – or – Tap Bluetooth tethering to pair your phone with the computer via Bluetooth. Consult the computer's documentation for more information about configuring your computer to pair via Bluetooth. Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPN). Note: VPN settings include storage of login credentials on your device. You must configure a screen unlock pattern, PIN, or password before setting up a VPN. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 144: Roaming Settings
Tip: For advanced VPN setup, tap Advanced IPsec VPN from the VPN screen, and then follow the prompts. Roaming Settings When you are outside your home network area, your phone can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming. There may be additional costs for accessing networks while roaming, so you may want to control your phone’s roaming behavior with Roaming settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks. 2. Tap Roaming to configure options: Roaming network: Select a roaming default. Choose Home only, to only connect to the Sprint network, or Automatic to allow connections to Sprint’s partner networks, when available. Roaming Settings: Choose options for roaming, including Voice and Data for Domestic CDMA and International CDMA networks, and Data for GSM networks (if supported by your phone). Roaming guard: Choose options for displaying an onscreen roaming notice for certain functions. Enable or disable roaming notices for Voice and Data for Domestic CDMA; Voice, Data, and Outgoing text message for International CDMA networks; and Voice, Data, and Outgoing text message for GSM networks (if supported by your phone). NFC Settings Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share information between your device and another NFC device by touching the devices together, typically back-to-back. NFC is used with S Beam and Android Beam, and must be turned on to use these features. Note: Tap ...
Page 145: Tap And Pay
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > NFC. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn NFC on. NFC must be on to use Android Beam. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Android Beam on. Tap and Pay With your phone and a payment app, you can use your device to pay for items by tapping it to an item at the point-of-purchase. Google Wallet is an example of a payment app. You must have the payment app set up on your phone to use with Tap and pay. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > NFC. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn NFC on. NFC must be on to use Tap and pay. 3. Touch Tap and pay to access Tap and pay settings. S Beam Share more and share it faster with S Beam. From photos to documents, large video files to maps, you can share almost anything instantly with one touch, simply by placing your devices back-to-back. S Beam uses your device’s NFC (Near Field Communication) feature to send, or “beam”, content to other NFC devices. Use the sharing options from your favorite apps to select content to share via S Beam. For example, you can beam pictures or videos from Gallery, or songs from Music player. Just bring the devices together (typically back to back), and then tap the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > S Beam. 2. ...
Page 146: Screen Mirroring Settings
Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Nearby devices on or off. Configure options to control how content is shared from your device: Content to share: Choose the type of content to share: Videos, Photos, or Music. Allowed devices: View and manage a list of devices allowed to connect to your device. Denied devices: View and manage a list of devices restricted from connecting to your device. Download to: Choose a location to save downloaded content, from USB storage (device memory) or optional installed SD card (not included). Receive files from other devices: Choose how to handle incoming files from other devices: Always accept, Always ask, or Always reject. Tip: To change your device name for sharing, tap Menu > Rename device and enter a new device name. Screen Mirroring Settings With Screen mirroring, you can share your device’s screen with another device. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Screen mirroring. Your phone will scan for available devices. 2. ...
Page 147: Set A Pattern Screen Lock
This is the default screen lock on your phone, and offers no security, but you can set special lock screen options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Tap Swipe. Configure Swipe Screen Lock Options When you select a Swipe screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Swipe unlock heading: Lock screen widgets: Display a clock, or personal message, a dual clock, the date, and owner information on the Lock screen. Phone shortcut: Display a shortcut to the phone app on the Lock screen. Camera shortcut: Display a shortcut to the camera app on the Lock screen. ...
Page 148: Set A Pin Screen Lock
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Secured with pattern heading: Lock screen widgets: Display a clock, or personal message, a dual clock, the date, and owner information on the Lock screen. Camera shortcut: Display a shortcut to the camera app on the Lock screen. Make pattern visible: If you chose a pattern unlock to back up your Face unlock, display the pattern briefly as you draw it. Lock automatically: Lock the screen automatically when the screen times out, or after a period of time you set. Lock instantly with power key: Press the Power/Lock key to lock the screen. Set a PIN Screen Lock With a PIN screen lock, you enter a Personal Identification Number, which you create, on the screen to unlock the device. 1. ...
Page 149: Do Not Use A Screen Lock
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Tap Password, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock password. Configure Password Screen Lock Options When you select a Password screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Secured with password heading: Lock screen widgets: Display a clock, or personal message, a dual clock, the date, and owner information on the Lock screen. Camera shortcut: Display a shortcut to the camera app on the Lock screen. Lock automatically: Lock the screen automatically when the screen times out, or after a period of time you set.
Page 150: Notification Panel Settings
4. Choose a source for wallpaper, such as from the Gallery. 5. Tap the image to select it, and then tap SET AS WALLPAPER. Notification Panel Settings Configure options for the Notification Panel, available when you swipe your finger down from Status Bar at the top of the screen. At the top of the Notification Panel, you can control settings with the Quick setting buttons. Choose quick setting buttons in Notification Panel settings. 1. Tap the image to select it, and then tap Set as wallpaper. 2. Tap Display > Notification Panel to configure settings: Brightness adjustment: Display a slider for adjusting the screen brightness on the Notification Panel. Recommended apps: Display a selection of app icons on the Notification Panel according to your actions. For example, when you connect a headset, Music and other entertainment apps will display. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on, and then tap EDIT to choose which apps to display. Set quick setting buttons: Quick setting buttons display at the top of the Notification Panel, to allow you to set favorite options quickly. Tap buttons to add or hide the button from the Notification Panel. Touch and hold a button, and then drag it into a new position in the list. ...
Page 151: Reading Mode
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Screen mode to configure these options: Adapt display: Enable automatic optimization of the screen to match the type of image being displayed and other criteria, such as battery level. 3. Deselect Adapt display, and then tap one of the following: Dynamic, Standard, Professional photo, or Cinema. 4. Tap DONE to save your setting. Reading Mode For applications you select, your phone can adjust screen settings to optimize the screen for reading. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Reading mode to select options: Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Reading mode on. Reading mode must be turned on to configure options. Tap EDIT to select apps for use with Reading mode. 3. Tap DONE to save your selections. Brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, or to your personal preference.
Page 152: Screen Timeout
Screen Timeout Set how long the display screen remains lit after you press any key. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Screen timeout to choose a time period. Daydream The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the phone is docked, or while charging. You can choose to display a Colors screen, or display photos stored on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Daydream, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on. 3. Configure these options: Colors: Tap the selector to enable or disable display of a colorful screen. Flipboard: Display pictures from Flipboard. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. Google Photos: Display pictures from Google Photos. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. Photo Frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. After enabling the option, tap to choose ...
Page 153: Font Size
Font Size This option allows you to select which size of font is displayed. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Font size to select a size. Touch Key Light Duration This feature allows you to set the length of time the Menu key and Back key remain lit after you touch them. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Touch key light duration to choose a duration period. Show Battery Percentage The battery charge level displays as an icon in the Notification Panel by default. This feature allows you to display the battery icon plus the percentage of remaining charge. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 154: Led Indicator Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Increase touch sensitivity to enable option. LED Indicator Settings The LED indicator on the front of the device displays when the device is locked, to notify you of status changes and events. Use LED indicator settings to configure how the LED functions. Note: The LED indicator only displays when the screen is locked. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap LED indicator for options: Charging: The LED glows red during charging, and green when the battery is fully charged. Low battery: The LED blinks red to indicate low battery charge. Notifications: The LED glows blue to show that you have missed calls, new messages, or application events. Voice recording: The LED blinks blue when recording with the screen turned off. Sounds and Notifications Settings The Sounds and notifications settings menu lets you control your phone’s audio, from ringtones and ...
Page 155: Vibration Intensity
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Sounds and notifications. 2. Tap Sound mode, and then choose a mode: Sound: Your phone uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts. Vibrate: Your phone vibrates for notifications and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sound settings. Mute: Your phone plays no sounds or vibrations. Onscreen reminders will still occur. Vibration Intensity Set the level for vibration to accompany ringtones, notifications, and feedback for your screen touches, also known as haptic feedback. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Sounds and notifications. 2. Tap Vibration intensity to set the phone’s vibration intensity. Drag the sliders to set the vibration intensity for: Incoming call Notifications ...
Page 156: Vibrations
Dialing keypad tone: Tones play when you tap keys on the phone keypad. Screen lock sound: Tones play when you tap the screen to lock or unlock it. Touch sounds: Tones play when you tap or tap the screen to make selections. Haptic feedback: The phone vibrates when you tap the Menu key and Back key, and for certain screen touches. Emergency tone: Tones play or the phone vibrates periodically during an emergency call. Sound when tapped: A sound plays when you tap keys on the Samsung keyboard. Vibrate when tapped: The phone vibrates when you tap keys on the Samsung keyboard. Call: Call alerts: Set sound options for call alerts. Ringtones and keypad tones: Set sound options for the phone keypad. Personalize call sound: Improve the sound quality during calls. Settings...
Page 157: Do Not Disturb
Noise reduction: Suppress background noise during calls. Messaging: Notification sound: Set the default notification sound. Vibrate: Set the phone to vibrate when receiving new messages. Repeat message alert: Set the number of repeat alerts for new messages. Pop-up display: Show new messages in pop-ups on all screens except the Lock screen. Preview message: Show a preview of received messages on the Status Bar and Lock screen. Email: Set sounds for priority senders. Calendar: Set snooze duration: Set the time between alerts when snoozing. Set alert type: Select the type of alerts. Notification sound: Select a default notification sound for alerts. Vibration: Set the phone to vibrate for alerts. Do Not Disturb Silence all calls and alerts. You can allow exceptions.
Page 158: Application Notifications
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Sounds and notifications. 2. Tap Notifications on lock screen, and then select Show all content, Hide sensitive content, or Do not show notifications. Application Notifications Display notifications for applications. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Sounds and notifications. 2. Tap Application notifications, and then tap each application for options. Notification Access Select which applications have access to read notifications. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 159: Call Rejection
Call Rejection Create and manage a list of phone numbers, to have your device automatically reject calls you receive from those numbers. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Call rejection to configure these options: Auto reject mode: When All numbers is selected, calls from all numbers are rejected. When Auto reject numbers is selected, calls from numbers on the Auto reject list are rejected. Auto reject list: Enter telephone numbers, to reject calls from the numbers when Auto reject mode is turned on. Tap to enter a telephone number, or select a number from a contact. Tap Match criteria to set options for using the reject number list. Tap SAVE to save the number. Tap Unavailable to reject calls with numbers that display “Unavailable” in Caller ID. Rejection Messages Create and manage text messages to send to callers when rejecting incoming calls. Messages you create here are available from the incoming call screen when you use the Rejection messages option. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. ...
Page 160: Turn Off Screen During Calls
Turn Off Screen During Calls Set the screen to automatically turn off during phone calls, and to turn the screen back on when the device is moved or brought close to another surface, such as when you move the device to your ear. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Turn off screen during calls to enable the setting. Call Alerts Set options for sounds and vibrations to occur during calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Call alerts to configure settings: Vibrate when answered: The phone vibrates when a call connects to the network. Vibrate when call ends: The phone vibrates when the other caller ends the call. ...
Page 161: Tty Mode
TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications phone that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY phones. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY phone to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and TTY phone will connect using a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY phone, contact your TTY phone manufacturer to purchase the connector cable. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > More settings > TTY mode and choose a mode. Ringtones and Keypad Tones Choose tones and vibrations to play for incoming calls and keypad taps. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Ringtones and keypad tones. 3. Configure settings: Ringtones: Select a ringtone for incoming calls. ...
Page 162: Noise Reduction
Clear sound: Use clearer sounds during calls. Off: Use the default call sound settings. Noise Reduction Suppress background noise from your environment during calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Noise reduction to enable noise reduction. Increase Volume In Pocket Use the proximity sensor to detect when the device is in a pocket or other close-fitting location, such as a purse or bag, and increases the volume for incoming call ringtones. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Increase volume in pocket to enable the setting. US Dialing Replace “+” with the international access code for your location. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Page 163: Voicemail Settings
Voicemail Settings Set options for Visual Voicemail. For more information, see Visual Voicemail. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Call > Voicemail settings to configure options for Visual voicemail. Avatar: Configure you Avatar options. Display: Change your voicemail message theme and enter a name to identify yourself to people when replying or forwarding messages. Help: View help topics for using Visual Voicemail. Preferences: Change your Visual Voicemail application preferences. Sound: Change your sound/speakerphone options. Updates: Check for updates. About Voicemail: View information about the application. Hands-Free Mode Settings Configure settings for using your phone without touching it, such as announcing incoming calls and reading out messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Hands-free mode, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on. 3. ...
Page 164: Accessories Settings
Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the mode on. Power saving mode must be turned on to configure settings. CPU performance: Limit the maximum performance of the CPU (Central Processing Unit) to conserve battery power. Screen output: Decrease the screen brightness to save power. Turn off haptic feedback: Turn off Haptic feedback to conserve battery power. Note: Tap Learn about power saving to view information about these settings. Accessories Settings Configure your device’s behavior when it is connected to an optional dock (not included) or when using an S View Cover (not included). 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Accessories to configure settings: Dock: Configure settings for connecting your phone to an optional dock accessory. Dock sound: Play a sound when you insert and remove the device from the dock. Audio output mode: Play audio through the dock speakers when the device is docked. ...
Page 165: Hearing Accessibility Settings
Switch Access: Control your device using configurable key combinations. You can move the focus to clickable items and select them. TalkBack: Enable or disable the TalkBack feature and configure options. When TalkBack is on, your phone speaks descriptions of items you tap or activate on your phone, to help blind and low-vision users. When TalkBack is turned on, you may need to use a double-tap to select items, because a single tap is used to trigger TalkBack. Dark screen: Keeps your phone’s screen turned off at all times for privacy. Double-press the Power/Lock key to turn it on or off while using your phone. Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter a selection, instead of double-tapping it. By default, when you have TalkBack turned on, you must double-tap items on the screen to select them. If you turn on Rapid key input, you can tap and release your finger to select and item instead of double-tapping. Speak passwords: The phone reads out characters entered in password fields. Use caution with this feature, because others near you will be able to hear your passwords. Font size: Choose the size of text for your phone’s screens. Magnification gestures: Use special magnification gestures, including: Triple-tap on most screens to zoom in or out. While zoomed in, you can drag two or more fingers across the screen to pan (move around the screen). While zoomed in, you can use pinch with two fingers to adjust the zoom level. Move your fingers closer together to zoom in, or apart to zoom out. Triple-tap and hold to temporarily magnify what’s under your finger. You can then drag your finger across the screen to explore the screen. Lift your finger to return to the ...
Page 166: Dexterity And Interaction Settings
Flash notification: Blinks the Camera flash for notifications. Turn off all sounds: Sounds made by the phone during taps, selections, notifications, etc. is muted. Hearing aids: Automatically adjusts to attempt to improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids. Samsung subtitles (CC): Displays Samsung subtitles where available. Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google subtitles where available. Sound balance: Adjust the sound sent to the left and right when using earphones. Mono audio: Enable or disable the compression of stereo audio into a single mono audio stream for use with a single earphone. Dexterity and Interaction Settings Your phone offers many features to improve accessibility related to the way you interact with touch and movement. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Accessibility.
Page 167: Configure Other Accessibility Settings
Press and hold delay: Choose how long your phone waits during a tap and hold gesture on the screen, before continuing with the tap and hold action. Interaction control: Control how your phone interprets motions and screen touches. To turn Interaction control on or off at any time, press and hold the Home key and the down Volume key at the same time. When Interaction control is on, you can use motions to control your phone, and screen timeout is turned on. You can also block areas of the screen from touch interaction. Automatic screen rotation and hard-key functions (Power/Lock key, Volume key, etc.) will be turned off, and app notifications will only be shown in the Notification Panel and Status Bar. Configure Other Accessibility Settings Your phone offers many features to improve phone accessibility. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Accessibility. 2. Configure options: Direct access: When turned on, you can access common accessibility settings from any screen by pressing the Home key rapidly 3 times in a row. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on, and then enable or disable options to display with direct access. Notification reminder: The phone beeps at set intervals to remind you of unread notifications. Answering/ending calls: Select options for answering and ending calls. ...
Page 168: Language And Input Settings
Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and Input. 2. Tap Language to select a default language. Set a Default Input Method Select and set the default keyboard or input method. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and Input. 2. Tap Default to select a default input method. Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is an onscreen QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and Input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard to configure these options: ...
Page 169: Swype Settings
Privacy Policy: Read the privacy policy. Auto replace: Complete or replace the word you are typing with the most probable word when you tap the space bar or a punctuation mark. Auto capitalize: Automatically capitalizes words in your text based on common usage, such as at the beginning of sentences. Auto spacing: Automatically inserts spaces between words. Auto punctuate: A period and space are automatically entered to end a sentence when you tap the space bar twice. Keyboard swipe: Enter text by sliding your finger across the keys on the keyboard. None: Samsung keyboard will not accept text entry by swiping. SwiftKey Flow: Enter text by swiping your finger across the keyboard. Cursor control: Slide your finger across the keyboard to move the text cursor. Key-tap feedback: Enable options for sound or vibration feedback to your onscreen keyboard touches. Sound: Play a sound when you tap a key. Vibration: The phone vibrates when you tap a key. Character preview: The character appears in a bubble as you tap keys. ...
Page 170 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and Input. 2. Tap Swype to configure these options: Settings: Set Swype options: Vibrate on keypress: When enabled, the device vibrates for your Swype touches. Sound on keypress: When enabled, the device plays sounds for your Swype touches. Pop-up on keypress: When enabled, the characters display briefly as you tap keys. Long-press delay: Set the time needed to select alternate characters. Show complete trace: When enabled, Swype displays the trace of each word until you start the next word. Auto-Capitalization: When enabled, Swype automatically capitalizes the first word of sentences. Auto-spacing: When enabled, Swype automatically inserts spaces between words as you complete them. Next Word Prediction: When enabled, Swype predicts the next word based on the ...
Page 171: Google Voice Typing Settings
Contribute usage data: Allow Nuance to collect usage data to provide better text prediction. Cellular data: When enabled, Swype can use your phone’s connection to the wireless data network for updates, language downloads, and other Swype Connect features. Languages: Choose the current language for Swype, and download new languages to use with Swype. Gestures: Learn about shortcuts you can use on the keyboard to quickly accomplish common tasks. Help: Learn about using Swype. How to Swype: Learn about using Swype. Show helpful tips: When enabled, tips display on the screen as you enter text. Version: Tap to see specific version information and Nuance Communications copyright. Google Voice Typing Settings Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. When you enable Google voice typing, it is available for use when you touch a field to enter text. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and Input. 2. ...
Page 172: Text-To-Speech (Tts) Settings
Enhanced Google services: Control all applications that support voice commands. Basic Google recognition: Perform Google searches and basic functions using voice commands. Samsung powered by Vlingo: Perform basic functions using voice commands. Text-To-Speech (TTS) Settings Text-to-speech (TTS) provides audible readout of text, for example, the contents of text messages and the Caller ID for incoming calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Language and Input. 2. Tap Text-to-speech options: Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine or Google Text-to-speech Engine. Tap to configure options. General: ...
Page 173: Smart Screen Settings
Quick glance: Reach toward the device with the screen off to see important information at a glance. Air browse: Move between pictures, pages, or music tracks. Air move: Move app shortcuts or Calendar events. Air call-accept: Wave your hand over the screen to answer incoming calls. Motion: When on, you can control your device with natural movements, like putting the device to your ear to call a displayed contact. Direct call: Lift the device to your ear while viewing a contact to call the contact. Smart alert: Lift the phone to receive notifications of missed calls and notifications that occurred while the device was stationary. Zoom: Tilt the phone to zoom in or out when viewing pictures in Gallery. Browse an image: Move the phone in a side-to-side motion to pan from side to side while viewing an image. Mute/pause: Mute incoming calls and pause playback by turning the phone screen-side down. Palm motion: Control your device by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. Capture screen: Save a copy of the current screen to the clipboard and the Gallery by swiping the side of your hand across the screen. ...
Page 174: Air View Settings
Smart Stay The screen will not time out as long as you are looking at it. When enabled, the Smart stay icon displays in the Status Bar. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Smart screen. 2. Tap Smart stay to enable the option. Smart Rotation The screen automatically updates to match the angle at which you are viewing. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Smart screen. 2. Tap Smart rotation to enable the option. Smart Pause The phone will automatically pause video playback when you look away from the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MY DEVICE tab > Smart screen. 2. Tap Smart pause to enable the option. Air View Settings The phone displays helpful information when you hover your finger over the screen.
Page 175: Accounts Settings
Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your phone, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, and your email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your phone and the account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, and other types of files. You can also set up options for backing up information from your phone to the cloud, and back up or reset your device. Add an Account Add an account to your phone to share information between your phone and the account. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > ACCOUNTS tab. 2. Tap Add account, and then choose a type of account. 3. Follow the prompts to enter your account credentials and complete the account set up. Backup Options Set up a backup account on your phone to save information from your phone to the account. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > ACCOUNTS tab. 2. Tap an option to configure backup features: Cloud: Configure options for synchronizing and backing up information. Tap Add Samsung account to sign in to your Samsung account, or create a new Samsung account. You can sync contacts, calendar events, memos, and Internet Settings...
Page 176: Location Settings
shortcuts. You can back up Logs, SMS and MMS messages, and current wallpaper settings. Tap Link Dropbox account to sign in to your Dropbox account, or set up a new account, to sync pictures, videos and documents. Backup and reset: Configure options for backing up data from your phone to a Google Account. Back up my data: Tap the checkbox to turn on automatic backup to a Google Account, and then set up an account for the backups. Backup account: When Back up my data is turned on, set up a Google Account for backups. You can set up a new Google Account, or sign in to an existing account. Automatic restore: When Back up my data is turned on, you can also turn on Automatic restore to automatically restore settings and other information from the backup when you reinstall an app. Factory Data Reset When you perform a Factory data reset, all your personal information is erased from the phone, and all settings are returned to the factory defaults. All data will be erased, and cannot be recovered. A factory data reset also erases the key for decrypting files stored on an optional installed memory card, so files on the card cannot be used after the reset. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > ACCOUNTS tab. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset > RESET DEVICE. 3. ...
Page 177: Security Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Location, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn location services on or off. Location must be turned On to configure settings. When on, you are allowing Google’s location service to collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on your device, and collection may occur even when no apps are running. 3. Configure options: Mode: Choose the method your phone uses to determine your location/. High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks to estimate your location. Power saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate your location. GPS only: Use only GPS to estimate your location. Recent location requests: View services or apps that have recently accessed your location information. Location services: Select sources for reporting your location information to Google. My places: Save your favorite locations, to make the locations available for use with services or apps that require location information. Tap Home, Work, or Car, and then follow the prompts to configure options for identifying the location. Tap Add to set up a new location. Tap SAVE > DONE to save the new place(s). Security Settings Configure options for securing information on your phone.
Page 178: Encryption
Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Security > Make passwords visible to enable the setting. Security Update Service Choose options for updating your phone’s security policy. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Security policy updates: Automatically check for changes to the security policy and download any updates, to improve security and service. Send security reports: Only send security reports to Samsung when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Credential Storage You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other credentials. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Settings...
Page 179: Advanced Security Settings
Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Trust agents: Set screen lock type to use. Apps with access to usage data: View which applications can access your device’s usage data. Smart Lock: Set screen type to use. Application Manager Settings You can download and install applications from the Google Play store or Samsung Apps, or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your device. Use Application manager to manage applications on your device. Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Application manager to view app status. While in Application manager, you can use these options: Tap the DOWNLOADED tab, SD CARD tab, RUNNING tab, or ALL tab to view the status ...
Page 180: Battery Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Default applications to configure options: Home: Choose a default Home screen mode. Messages: Choose a default app for messaging (SMS and MMS). Battery Settings See what’s using battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Battery to view battery usage for apps and services. Tap an item for more information, or to configure options for managing power use. 3. Tap Show battery percentage to display the battery percentage on the Status Bar. Storage Settings Manage the use of memory resources in your phone’s Device memory, and on an optional installed memory card (not included). 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Storage to view information about memory usage, and for other options: Device memory: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on your phone’s memory. Tap an item for more information.
Page 181: Activate This Device
Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap Activate this device and follow the prompts to activate your device on the network. System Update Settings Use System update options to update your phone’s internal software. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab. 2. Tap System update to use these options: Update PRL: Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your phone to access the network. Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you choose to change your user name online, use this option to update the user name on your phone. Update Samsung Software: Upgrade to the latest software available for your device. Update Firmware: Update your phone’s firmware. Follow the prompts to download and install the update. UICC Unlock: Unlock your device’s Universal Integrated Circuit Card. Settings...
Page 182: About Device Settings
Software version: View your phone’s software version. Hardware version: View the hardware version of your device. Status: View information about your device’s current status. Status information includes helpful information about battery status and level, network information, service, roaming, addresses for IP, MAC, and Bluetooth, and more. It also includes the phone number and username assigned to your phone. Legal information: Display open source licenses, Google legal information, Samsung legal information, Privacy alert, and License settings. Report diagnostic info: Your phone reports diagnostic and usage data to Samsung to improve the quality and performance of products. Device name: View your device’s name, and enter a new name if desired. Model number: View your device’s model number. Android version: View the firmware version of your device. Baseband version: View the baseband version of your device. Kernel version: View the kernel version of your device. Build number: View the build number of your device. ...
Page 183: Copyright Information
Copyright Information ©2015 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. ©2015 Samsung. Samsung, Galaxy, S Beam, Air View, and S Voice are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android, Chrome, Gmail, Google Maps, Play Music, Play Movies & TV, Play Books, Play Newsstand, Play Games, Drive, YouTube, Photos, Hangouts, Google Mobile Services, and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc. Other marks are property of their respective owners. Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. Copyright Information...
Page 184: Index
Index Unpair 111 Brightness 140-141 1Weather 64 Calculator 96 About Device 171 Calendar 96 Accessibility Services 156 Add event 96 Accessibility Settings 153 Delete events 99 Accessories Settings 153 Event alerts and reminders 97 Accounts 47 View events 98 Email 49 Call Gmail 48 Settings 147 Google 47 Call Accessories 149 Social Network 61 Call Alerts 149 Accounts Settings 164 Call Waiting 32 Activation 2, 170 Caller ID 31 Adapt Sound 147 Calling Advanced Settings 168 International 119 Air View 11 Camera 8, 82 Air View Settings 163 Advanced Settings 85 Airplane Mode 130 Options 84 Alarm and Timer 100 Quick settings 85 Amazon 64 Record videos 83 Android Beam 133 CBS Sports 64...
Page 185 Favorites 44 Files Data Services 77 Transfer between phone and Password 5 computer 115 Data Usage 130 Flash 8 Date and Time Settings 169 Flick 16 Daydream 141 Flipboard 65 Default Applications 168 Font Size 142 Default Input Method 157 Font Style 141 Default Language 157 Front camera 7 Default Messaging App 131 Device Administration 166 Dexterity and Interaction Settings 155 GALAXY Apps 70 Dialing Options 31 Gallery 86 Display Settings 138 Share photos and videos 89 DivX 74 View photos and videos 88 Register your device 75 Working with photos 88 VOD Registration Number 74 Zoom in or out 88 Do Not Disturb 146 Gestures 9, 14, 161 Downloads 100 Global Roaming Mode 118 Draft 56 Gmail 48 Drag 16 Google Dropbox 101 Chrome 81 Sharing photos or videos 90...
Page 186 Increase Volume In Pocket 151 Music (App) 68 Infrared transmitter 8 Mute Ringer 30 International Data Roaming 121 My Files 103 International Dialing 151 Internet Chrome 81 Internet (App) 81 Nearby Devices Settings 134 Internet (App) 81 NFC (Near Field Communication) 133 Noise Reduction 151 Notification Access 147 Notification Icons 21 Keyboard 157-158 Notification Panel 22 Google Voice Typing 160 Settings 139 Samsung 157 Notification Ringtone 145 Swype 158 Notifications on Lock Screen 146 KNOX 102 Notifications Settings 143 Language and Input 157 Optical Reader 93 LED Indicator Settings 143 Legal Information 171 Light sensor 7 Location Settings 165 Password Screen Lock 137 Lock Screen Settings 135 Passwords 167 Lookout Security 102 Pattern Screen Lock 136 LTE 78 Personalize Call Sound 150 Phone 28 Factory data reset 165...
Page 187 Phone calls S Memo 105 Using contacts 28 Creating 106 Phone Calls Sharing photos 92 Emergency numbers 29 S Translator 107 From email messages 29 S Voice 107 From text messages 29 Samsung Account 49 Make calls 28 Samsung Apps 70 Receive 30 Samsung Keyboard 25, 157 Using phone keypad 28 Samsung Link 107 Using recent calls 28 Scout 71 Photos (App) 93 Screen Lock 135 PIN Screen Lock 137 Screen Mirroring Settings 135 Pinch 17 Screen Mode 139 Play Books 65 Screen Timeout 141 Play Games 65 SD Card 114 Play Movies & TV 66 Security Settings 166 Play Newsstand 66 Security Update Service 167 Play Store 63 Settings 125 Plus (+) Code Dialing 119 Data Usage 130 Pointer Speed 161 Display 138 Polaris Office 5 103...
Page 188 Status Icons 20 Videos Status Messages Record 83 International roaming 122 Sharing 89 Storage Settings 169 Voice Control 12 Story Album 93 Voice Control Settings 163 Swipe 15 Voice Input Settings 160 Swype 25 Voice Recorder 109 Swype Keyboard 158 Voice Search 110 System Update Settings 170 Voice Typing 23 System Updates 116 Configuring 25 Using 24 Voicemail 34 Configure Settings 38 Take a Picture 83 International 120 Tap and Pay 134 Notification 35 Tethering 132 Options 37 Text-to-Speech (TTS) Settings 161 Password 5 Text Editing 26 Review 36 Text Entry 23 Set Up 36 Text Input Settings 152 Methods 23 Setup 4 Text Messaging 54 Volume 143 Make call from 29 VPN 79, 132...

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