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S M A R T P H O N E

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating your device
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 ™ ” (Samsung for Enterprise) is a mark web and where Samsung smartphones and mobile for a Samsung device which has been tested against devices are sold. [051214] Samsung’s own internal criteria for interoperability with certain third party security-related solutions for MDM and VPN.
  • Page 4 Warranty guide for your device can be found at: Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android logo, Google Play, Gmail, Google Mail, Google English Maps, Google Music, Google Hangouts, Picasa, www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide Play Newsstand, YouTube, and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc. Spanish www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Fidelity Alliance, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ................55 ..........4 S Translator Set Up Your Device ..............56 ............7 S Voice Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................57 ......8 Samsung Apps ..............58 Know Your Device ............9 Samsung Hub ..............59 Home Screen ..............10 Samsung Link ..............61 Status Bar .................13...
  • Page 6 Sound Settings Accounts ..............90 ................. 110 Home Screen Mode Cloud ...........93 ................111 Call Settings Backup and Reset ..............94 ............ 112 Blocking Mode Location Services ..............98 ............. 113 Hands-Free Mode Security ............99 ................114 Power Saving Mode Application Manager ..........100 ..........

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

  • Page 8: Front View

    Front View Earpiece Proximity and gesture sensors Status light Front camera Light (RGB) Sensor Volume Power/Lock Menu key Back key Home key • • Back key: Tap to return to the previous screen, or Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the to close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.

  • Page 9: Back View

    Back View Microphone Infrared transmitter Headset jack Camera Flash Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Camera: Take pictures and record videos. Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light • Speaker: Plays music and other sounds. environments when taking a photo or recording video.

  • Page 10: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device Prior to use, it is necessary to Install the SIM Card install the SIM card, optional When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are memory card (not included), provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription and the battery.

  • Page 11: Install A Memory Card

    Install a Memory Card. Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging Install the Battery devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. 1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone, making sure the connectors align.
  • Page 12 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen.

  • Page 13: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On and Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turning the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device Turning the Device Off By default, the device locks automatically when the...

  • Page 14: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, Google Account on your device at any time, use use Accounts settings.

  • Page 15: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...

  • Page 16: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notifications Icons Status Icons Status Bar Widget App Shortcuts Home Screen Indicator Apps Screen Primary App Shortcuts • • Apps Screen: Allows quick access to all of your Primary App Shortcuts: App shortcuts that are applications. available on each Home screen. •...

  • Page 17: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Customize your Home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1.

  • Page 18: Change The Wallpaper

    Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. Add a Folder to a Home Screen 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

  • Page 19: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call. information (such as network Call in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call is on hold. alerts on the left.

  • Page 20: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.

  • Page 21: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Clear all notifications Tap notification to launch app or view detail Notification icons display Quick Settings on the Status Bar displaying In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel calendar events, device status, also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.

  • Page 22: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multi Window Tray App 1 Window Controls App 2 Tray Controls Multitask by using multiple Using Multi Window applications at the same time. After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time. Note: Only apps located on the Multi Window tray can Activate Multi Window be used together.
  • Page 23 Window Controls Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray Select an application window and tap Border 1. Tap the Multi window tab to display the tray. button in the middle of the window border. 2. Tap an hold an app, drag it to a new position in Control Buttons the tray and then drop it.

  • Page 24: Entering Text

    — improving its accuracy of predicting your text entries. Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung Keyboard, see Samsung Keyboard Settings. Using Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, speak your text input.

  • Page 25: Using Swype

    Using Swype Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, lifting your finger between words. Enabling and Configuring Swype To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text: 1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward to display the Notification Panel.

  • Page 26: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.

  • Page 27: Making And Answering Calls

    Making and Answering Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name, if stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call.

  • Page 28: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Call Waiting If your service plan supports this feature, you can Your phone provides a number of functions that you answer an incoming call while you have a call in can use during a call. progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.

  • Page 29: Make An Emergency Call

    Delete a Call from the Call Log To remove a Speed Dial number assignment: Menu > Remove. 1. Tap Phone > Logs tab. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Remove entry next to numbers you want 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from to remove.
  • Page 30 Call Settings To access the Call settings menu: ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > Menu > Call settings. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device > Call. For more information, see Call Settings.

  • Page 31: Applications

    Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.

  • Page 32: Apps Screen

    Apps Screen The Apps screen shows all Uninstall or Disable Apps preloaded apps and apps that You can uninstall or disable apps you download and you downloaded. You can install. uninstall, disable, or hide apps • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. from view.
  • Page 33 Apps Screen Options Use Folders to Organize Apps To create a folder: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap Menu for these options: • 2. Tap Menu > Create folder. Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it to: 3.

  • Page 34: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Now Google. Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that Note: Certain applications require a Google account. appear when you need them. google.com Visit to learn more.

  • Page 35: Play Music

    Maps Play Music Use Google Maps to find your current With Google Play Music, you can play location, get directions, and other music and audio files on your device. location-based information. Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn Visit google.com/maps to learn more. more.

  • Page 36: T-Mobile Applications

    T-Mobile Applications Enjoy these applications from T-Mobile Name ID T-Mobile. This application lets you modify onscreen Caller ID information. Name ID identifies Note: Certain applications require a data plan or unknown callers by Name, City, and State. t-mobile.com paid subscription. Visit to learn more, or contact your service provider for additional T-Mobile TV...

  • Page 37: Other Applications

    Parental Controls ChatON section. Spend time connecting with your buddies via ChatON! With a Samsung KNOX account, you can enjoy ChatON across your smartphone, tablet, and computer. Use this application to secure the data on ChatON features free text, voice, and your device.

  • Page 38: Story Album

    Story Album With Story Album, you can create a digital album of your story in media. Special moments will be on a time line, and if you wish, you can have your album published as a hard copy. TripAdvisor With the TripAdvisor, you can plan and have your perfect trip.

  • Page 39: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic Additional Functions and advanced arithmetic To clear the results: functions. • Clear. To clear the calculator history: Basic Operation • Menu > Clear history. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To copy all or part of the calculation to the Calculator.

  • Page 40: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Sharing Events 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Create an Event or Task 2. Tap to view an event or task. Apps > 3. Tap Menu > Share via, select a sharing 1.

  • Page 41: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Quick Settings Storage location Number of pictures you can take Dual Camera Switch between the Camera mode front and Record video back cameras Take a picture Change View pictures shooting and videos in mode the Gallery Effects Taking Pictures Note: You can set the Volume key to take a picture if you press it, act as the video record key, or as a zoom...

  • Page 42: Camera Settings

    • • Best photo: Take multiple photos in a short Metering modes: Select a metering time and then choose the best photos among method. This determines how light values them. are calculated. Center-weighted measures background light in the center of the scene. •...
  • Page 43 • Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. To resize the front camera image: • ► Touch and hold the mini picture frame until the Voice control: Set the camera to take pictures resize handles appear, then drag a corner to with voice commands.

  • Page 44: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the keeping track of time and setting volume of the alarm. alarms. • Location alarm: When activated, the alarm only sounds when you are at a specific 1.

  • Page 45: Contacts

    Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...

  • Page 46: Delete Contacts

    Share a Name Card Delete Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s You can delete a single contact or choose multiple information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can contacts to delete. share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it 1.
  • Page 47 Create a Shortcut to a Favorite Rename a Group Apps > You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the home 1. From a Home screen, tap screen, to access their information directly from the Contacts. home screen. 2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group. Apps >...

  • Page 48: Contact Settings

    Contact Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Menu > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Applications Contacts...

  • Page 49: Downloads

    Downloads Provides quick access to tabs containing a list of your current downloaded files (internet and other). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Downloads. 2. Place a check mark on an available file to select 3. Choose an available action such as Share via, Delete, Sort by size, Sort by date, or Clear list.

  • Page 50: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Managing Your Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. Apps >...

  • Page 51: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Playing Videos and videos. Apps > Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. View Images and Videos Note: Videos are indicated by Launching Gallery displays available folders.

  • Page 52: Gallery Settings

    • Sharing Images and Videos Buddy photo share: Detect the face in this picture and email that person. Use one of the following methods: • Rotate left: Rotate the picture counter­ clockwise. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.

  • Page 53: Group Play

    Note: Group Play is not the same as Screen mirroring, which requires a connection to a Wi-Fi capable Samsung TV or via the use of the AllShare Cast Hub. Important: To share via Group Play, all users must be connected to the same Wi-Fi access point.

  • Page 54: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully Browser Windows featured web browser. Use browser windows to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new window: Access the Internet ► Tap Menu > New window. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 55: Sharing Pages

    Sharing Pages Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings To share a web page address with others: associated with using the Internet app. ► Tap Menu > Share via and follow the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 56: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive Creating and Sending Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default messaging app on your message using the Messaging app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages >...

  • Page 57: Viewing New Messages

    Viewing New Messages Messaging Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon appears on the Status Bar. messages, push messages, and so on. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: Messages >...

  • Page 58: Music Player

    Music Player Volume Volume control Stream the song to another device Adjust volume Adjust the sound quality Mark as favorite with SoundAlive Playback position Repeat mode for the song Shuffle songs or playlist Elapsed playing time Length of song View music category View playlist screen.

  • Page 59: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your • Mark files: Tap the box to the left of each file or next to the folder to select all files in the device, including images, videos, Share via or Delete folder. Then tap songs, and sound clips.

  • Page 60: S Health

    S Health Use S Health to plan, track, and Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before manage your health goals and engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the activities, including exercise, following apply: sleep, and meals.

  • Page 61: S Memo

    S Memo Create memos using the keypad, To open an existing memo: your finger, or both. You can add 1. Tap the memo to open it. images, voice recordings, and 2. Tap the screen to enter edit mode. text all in one place. For additional information: Apps >...

  • Page 62: S Translator

    Menu > Help. 2. Tap languages. Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account application. For more information, see Samsung Account. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 63: S Voice

    S Voice Speak commands to perform S Voice Settings operations on your device, and These settings allow you to modify settings to speak criteria for searches associated with using the Internet app. and other operations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 64: Samsung Apps

    Samsung Apps makes your Smartphone smarter. Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account application. For more information, see Samsung Account. 1. Confirm you are currently signed into your Samsung account.

  • Page 65: Samsung Hub

    Cancel or Connect. Samsung Hub is your gateway to 4. If notified your Samsung account is not yet active or verified, tap OK. You must be signed in to mobile entertainment. your Samsung account to use the application’s various features.
  • Page 66 (5) — In no event will rented Media Content be devices with Samsung Hub (or “the service”) that available for a period of more than thirty (30) are also registered to the same account.

  • Page 67: Samsung Link

    Important: The Samsung account manages the tabs on who calls or sends access information (username/password) to several text messages with real-time, applications, such as Samsung Link, Chat On, and Samsung Hub. onscreen monitoring. Samsung’s Samsung Link makes staying 1. Confirm you have already logged in to your Samsung account.

  • Page 68: Samsung Music

    Samsung Music Samsung Music service is no longer available as of July 1, 2014. For any questions or concerns, contact Customer Support at help.content.samsung.com. Applications Samsung Music...

  • Page 69: Video Player

    Video Player Video file name Change player Volume Playback position Change screen ratio Pop up play Rewind video or go to previous video Pause/Play Scan forward or go to next video Play and manage videos stored Use Pop-Up Play on your device. Multi task with Pop-Up Play — transform your video player into a pop-up window.

  • Page 70: Voice Recorder

    Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. View Recordings Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Voice Recorder. Create a Voice Recording 2. Tap List to display a list of recordings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > 3. Tap Menu: Voice Recorder.

  • Page 71: Watchon

    WatchON WatchON turns your device into Configure Your Device as a a remote control. Not only can Remote you control your TV, set-top box, 1. From the WatchON tool bar, tap Remote DVR and other devices from your Control. device, but it will recommend 2.

  • Page 72: Settings

    Settings • Configure your device’s Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on or off connections and settings, • For some options, you must tap a field, add accounts, and customize such as Email address, to display and set the home screen, apps, and options.

  • Page 73: How To Use Settings

    Accessing a Specific Setting • Accounts: Create and modify your accounts (Samsung, Google, email, and more), configure 1. From the main Settings screen, tap one of the Cloud functionality, and access Backup and reset tabs at the top of the screen.

  • Page 74: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain 4. Tap the network you want to connect to. • types of Wireless Local Area When you select an open network, you are automatically connected to the network. Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
  • Page 75 Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 76: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Making Your Device Visible to communications technology that Other Bluetooth Devices allows you to connect wirelessly When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth to a number of Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains devices, such as headsets visible.

  • Page 77: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices Disconnect a Paired Device Disconnecting a paired device breaks the The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to connection between the device and your device, but establish trusted connections between your device retains the knowledge of the pairing. At a later point and another Bluetooth device.

  • Page 78: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Menu: 3. Tap • Data roaming: Enable data roaming on your Note: Your service provider may account for data device. usage differently. • Restrict background data: Restrict some 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 79: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. 1.

  • Page 80: Default Messaging App

    Default Messaging App If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Tap More networks. 3. Tap Default messaging App to select a default. Settings Default Messaging App...

  • Page 81: Printing

    Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Tap More networks > Printing. 3. Tap a print service and follow the prompts.

  • Page 82: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks for options: • Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a mobile data network.

  • Page 83: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot

    Tethering and Mobile HotSpot Share your device’s Internet Turn Mobile HotSpot On or Off connection with a computer that Activate your device’s Mobile HotSpot application to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet connects to your device using a connection. USB cable or via Bluetooth.
  • Page 84 Allowed Device List Turn Off Mobile HotSpot Automatically Control whether devices connect to your Mobile HotSpot with the Allowed device list. After you add Set your device to automatically turn off Mobile devices to the list, they can scan for your device and HotSpot if there are no connected device.

  • Page 85: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Set up and manage your Connect to a VPN Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap > Connections tab. Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password 2. Tap More networks > VPN. before setting up a VPN.

  • Page 86: Wi-Fi Calling

    Wi-Fi Calling Your device is equipped with Wi-Fi Calling functionality. Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your mobile carrier. Please contact your mobile service provider for details on cost and functionality. To configure Wi-Fi Calling: Apps > Settings 1.

  • Page 87: Sharing Files With Nfc

    Sharing Files with NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) Tap and Pay allows data exchange when you Tap and pay allows you to select the default touch your device with another payment application you want to use for making on- phone purchases. compatible device.

  • Page 88: S Beam

    S Beam When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, music files from your Music app, and more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 89: Nearby Devices

    Nearby Devices Share your media files with 3. Set the following options: • nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Content to share: Select the content to share. Choices are: Videos, Photos, and Music. Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. • Allowed devices: Indicate the devices accessible to your device.

  • Page 90: Screen Mirroring

    Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Connections tab > Screen Mirroring. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. 3. Tap Scan to find more devices. 4.

  • Page 91: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options your screen. Different Screen Depending on the screen lock type, the following Locks have different levels of options display: security and options. • Multiple widgets: Display multiple widgets on your lock screen. Appears as an options after a lock mode is enabled.

  • Page 92: Display Settings

    Display Settings Wallpaper To customize which quick setting buttons appear at the top of the Notification panel: Change the look of the home and lock screens with ► Tap and drag buttons to reorder them. wallpaper. To use the default layout You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers.

  • Page 93: Reading Mode

    Reading Mode Set the Screen Timeout Delay Optimize the screen for reading with selected Choose how long the display screen remains lit after applications. you tap the screen or press any key. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings 1.

  • Page 94: Edit After Screen Capture

    Change the Font Style and Size Edit After Screen Capture You can set the font style and size for all text that This feature allows you to go edit a screen displays on the screen. immediately after taking a screen capture. 1.

  • Page 95: Led Indicator

    LED Indicator Allows you to turn on your LED lights for charging, missed events, and incoming notifications. The light will turn on by default unless you turn it off. Select which functions the LED indicator on the front of the device will display. Apps >...

  • Page 96: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Configure the sounds and Select a Default Ringtone vibrations used to indicate Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. notifications, screen touches, Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap and other activities. > My device tab. 2.

  • Page 97: Vibrate When Ringing

    2. Tap Sound > Vibrate when ringing to turn the feature on. Set Notification Sounds for Play Tones When Entering a Samsung Applications Phone Number Choose notification alerts for new calls, messages, email, and calendar events. Play tone when the dialing keypad is tapped.

  • Page 98: Adapt Sound

    Play a Sound When Using the Adapt Sound Samsung Keyboard The Adapt sound feature allows you to customize your call sounds. Play a tone when keys are tapped on the Samsung Keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >...

  • Page 99: Home Screen Mode

    Home Screen Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 100: Call Settings

    Call Settings Configure the various settings Create to manually add a reject 3. Tap message. used to make and receive calls. – or – To access Call settings: Tap one of the pre-written messages to be displayed when you want the call to be rejected. ►...

  • Page 101: Call Alerts

    Call Alerts Wi-Fi Calling 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings Wi-Fi Calling is a free feature for T-Mobile customers > My device tab > Call. using this device with the new SIM card. Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues 2.

  • Page 102: Ringtones And Keypad Tones

    Ringtones and Keypad Tones Noise Reduction 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings This option allows you to suppress background > My device tab > Call. noise during a call. 2. Tap Ringtones and keypad tones. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 103: Tty Mode

    Sound - Voicemail Ringtone TTY Mode This option allows you to assign your default A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a voicemail notification tone. telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or 1.

  • Page 104: Blocking Mode

    Blocking Mode Turn off notifications for selected features. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab. 2. Tap Blocking mode. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on and configure these options: • Tap Block incoming calls to block all calls except for the people on your allowed list.

  • Page 105: Hands-Free Mode

    Hands-Free Mode When enabled, incoming calls and new notifications will be read aloud. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab > Hands-free mode. 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on and configure these options: •...

  • Page 106: Power Saving Mode

    Power Saving Mode Conserve battery power by Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap > My device tab. automatically adjusting the 2. Tap Power saving mode. screen brightness, limiting the 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities.

  • Page 107: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab. 2. Tap Accessories for options: • Dock sound: Play a sound when inserting and removing the device from a dock.

  • Page 108: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special Services • TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to help blind features that make using the and low-vision users. device easier for those with TalkBack can collect all of the text you certain physical disabilities. enter, except passwords, including personal data and credit card numbers.
  • Page 109 • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap Google subtitles (CC) for options. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. Settings Accessibility...

  • Page 110: Language And Input Settings

    Swype can Samsung Keyboard Settings learn from your writing style in various apps. • Languages: Set the current language. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Additional languages can be downloaded. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings •...

  • Page 111: Google Voice Typing Settings

    2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for Settings next to Google voice typing for 3. Tap options: options: • Choose either the Samsung or Goggle text-to­ • Choose input languages: Select languages speech engine. Tap Settings next to each for Google voice typing.

  • Page 112: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: •...

  • Page 113: Smart Screen

    Smart Screen Customize your screen settings to make the screen more responsive and easier to use. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab. 2. Tap Smart screen. The following options display: • Smart stay: Disables the screen timeout if your phone detects that your face is watching the screen.

  • Page 114: Air View

    Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab. 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. 4. Tap ON/OFF next to Information preview, Progress preview, Speed dial preview, or Webpage magnifier to turn the feature on.

  • Page 115: Voice Control

    Voice Control Set up voice commands to control your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > My device tab. 2. Tap Voice control. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. The following options are available. Tap an option to create a check mark and activate the feature.

  • Page 116: Accounts

    Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.

  • Page 117: Cloud

    3. If necessary, tap Add Samsung account settings and backup options. and follow the onscreen instructions to add a Samsung account. 4. Tap your Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options. • Tap Storage usage to show the storage used and remaining storage available.

  • Page 118: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Warning! This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, Backup and Restore...

  • Page 119: Location Services

    Location Services Some apps, such as Google Location Reporting maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality.

  • Page 120: Security

    Security Secure your device and protect View Passwords your data with Security settings. Display password characters briefly as you type them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Encrypt Your Data Settings > More tab . 2. Tap Security > Make passwords visible to turn Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your the feature on.

  • Page 121: Security Update Service

    Settings > More tab . policy updates. The following credential storage options are 3. Tap Send security reports to send security available: reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. • Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents. •...

  • Page 122: Application Manager

    Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded new applications on your device. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your Use Application manager device. settings to manage your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > More tab . downloaded and preloaded 2.

  • Page 123: Running Services

    SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and control services running on your device. memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > More tab . Settings >...

  • Page 124: Default Applications

    Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first- time smartphone users.

  • Page 125: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > More tab . 2. Tap Battery for options: • Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.

  • Page 126: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included).
  • Page 127 Mount a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card Warning! To prevent damage to information stored on When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) the memory card, unmount the card before removing and prepared for use. However, should you unmount it from the device.

  • Page 128: Date And Time Settings

    Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 129: About Your Device

    About Your Device View information about your Software Update device, including status, legal Use Software update to update your device’s information, hardware and software. software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > More tab . 1.

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