Samsung Galaxy S4 User Manual
Samsung Galaxy S4 User Manual

Samsung Galaxy S4 User Manual

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A N D R O I D
S M A R T P H O N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone and keep it for future reference.
GH68-38773F Printed in Korea
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  • Page 1 A N D R O I D S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone and keep it for future reference. GH68-38773F Printed in Korea...
  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
  • Page 3 Samsung device. During the testing, the device is tested with the security solutions to see if the solutions work with the device as described by the third party security solution providers.
  • Page 4 INTEROPERABILITY OR NON-INFRINGEMENT, WITH RESPECT TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY PROTECTION, SAFE™ DEVICES AND APPLICATIONS TESTED WITH SAFE™ DEVICES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE SAMSUNG ENTITIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY PROTECTION, SAFE™...
  • Page 5 © 2013 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Phone? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support...
  • Page 6 ©Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC (“Samsung”). Samsung, Super AMOLED, and AllShare are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and/or its related entities. Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks. Appearance of device may vary.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Voice Control ......30 Your Samsung Account ....13 Multi Window Feature .
  • Page 8 Section 3: Contacts and Accounts ...45 Section 6: Applications ......81 Accounts ......45 Managing Applications .
  • Page 9 Internet ......98 Samsung Hub ..... . . 107 Local .
  • Page 10 Android Beam ......141 Section 7: Connections ......115 S Beam ......141 Wi-Fi .
  • Page 11 Smart Practices While Driving ... 184 Battery Use and Safety ....185 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . 187...
  • Page 12: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1: Getting Started Understanding this User Manual Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, The sections of this manual generally follow the features of and may vary from your device, depending on the your device. A robust index for features begins on page 213. software version on your device, and any changes to the Also included is important safety information beginning on device’s Settings.
  • Page 13: Text Conventions

    Special Text Text Conventions In this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest. This manual provides condensed information about how to These are intended to point out important information, share use your device. To make this possible, the following text quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and conventions are used to represent frequently-used steps: more.
  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Device

    Setting Up Your device Removing the battery cover Install the 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card, Pull up using the slot provided, while lifting the cover battery, and optional memory card, then charge the battery off the device. to begin using your device. Back Cover Installing the battery cover Align the cover and press it firmly into place, making...
  • Page 15: Sim Card

    SIM Card Your device uses a 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module). The 4G LTE SIM is a small, rectangular plastic card that stores your phone number, information about your wireless service, and other information such as messages. If you purchased your device at a Verizon Wireless store, the SIM card is activated and ready to use.
  • Page 16: Battery Indicator

    4 hours of charge time. After the first charge, you can use the device while charging. Installing the battery Warning! Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and 1. Remove the battery cover. batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life.
  • Page 17 Charging the Battery 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, then plug Your device comes with a Wall/USB Charger (charging head the charging head into a standard AC power outlet. and USB cable) to charge your device from any 110/220 VAC outlet.
  • Page 18: Memory Card

    Memory Card Installing a Memory Card 1. Remove the back cover. Your device supports optional, removable, microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards of up to 64GB capacity (not 2. With the gold contacts facing down, slide the memory included), for storage of music, pictures, and other files. card into the slot, pushing gently until it locks into For more information about using memory cards, see place.
  • Page 19: Turning The Device On And Off

    Settings” on page 165). Your Samsung Account Smart Switch Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps on your device, including Samsung Hub, and Samsung Link Now you have nothing to lose. Easily transfer your photos, Play. For more information, see “Accounts Settings” on videos, music, apps and more from your old device to the page 165.
  • Page 20: Setup Wizard

    Setup Wizard Your Phone Number The first time you turn your device on, Setup Wizard will From the Home screen, touch Apps guide you through the basics of setting up your device. Settings More About phone Status. Voice Mail Follow the prompts to choose a default language, set up accounts, choose location services, and learn more about All unanswered calls to your device are sent to voicemail, your device.
  • Page 21: Roaming

    Roaming Task Manager When you travel outside your home network’s coverage area, Your device can run apps simultaneously, with some apps your device can use roaming to acquire service on other running in the background. Use Task Manager to see which compatible digital networks.
  • Page 22: Securing Your Device

    Securing Your Device Unlocking the Device Unlock the device using one of the default unlock screens, or Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. use Screen lock options for increased security. Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual Press the Power/Lock Key, then touch and start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
  • Page 23: Section 2: Understanding Your Device

    Use Best Photo, Best Face, and Eraser to choose the best – Email and Gmail pictures – Instant messaging with Google Talk™ – Samsung Link to share media content across DLNA certified • Enjoy pictures, music and video devices. – Discover new media with Media Hub •...
  • Page 24: Front

    Front • Share with friends – S Beam™, for easy sharing of files via NFC – Specialized apps, including Samsung Link™ and Group Play™ – Integrated features, such as Share Shot in Camera • Take your content with you –...
  • Page 25 • • LED indicator: displays blue when powering up, displays red Home: Press to display the Home screen, or Lock screen if the when charging, green when fully charged, and red blinking when device is locked. Press and hold to display recent applications or a notification has arrived.
  • Page 26: Side

    Side Back • Volume Key: From the Home screen, press to adjust master volume. During calls or media playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute the ringtone of an incoming call. • Power/Lock Key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, and to access a device options menu.
  • Page 27: Google Search Bar

    Google Search Bar • LED Flash: Use when taking photos or recording video. • Infrared Sensor: Used to control other external devices. The Google Search Bar provides you an on-screen Internet • search engine powered by Google™. Camera lens: Use when taking photos or recording videos. 1.
  • Page 28: Home Screen

    Home Screen • Status Bar: Presents icons to show network status, battery power, and connection details. For a list of icons, see “Status The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Bar” on page 35. • Shortcuts: Shortcuts to apps.These shortcuts are found on the Home screen by default, and you can add more shortcuts to your favorite apps.
  • Page 29: Extended Home Screen

    Extended Home Screen Adding and removing Home screen panels Your device comes with 6 Home screen panels. You can The Home screen consists of the Home panel, plus panels customize the Home screen to include up to the seven that extend beyond the display width to provide more space default panels.
  • Page 30: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation Command Keys Menu Key Navigate your device’s features using the command keys and the touch screen. Press Menu to display a context-sensitive menu of options for the current screen or feature. Warning! Please note that a touch screen responds best to a Home Key light touch from the pad of your finger or a non- Press...
  • Page 31: Finger Gestures

    Finger Gestures • Palm touch to mute/pause: When this setting is On, covering the Touch screen with your hand mutes or pauses media playback. Touch items to select or launch them. For example: • Touch the onscreen keyboard to enter characters or text. Touch and hold on the screen, then move the device in a side-to-side motion.
  • Page 32: Using Motions And Gestures

    Hand Gestures Using Motions and Gestures Your device recognizes motion, to allow you to navigate and By activating the various motion and gesture features, you access features by moving the device in specific gestures. can access a variety of time saving functions. To use gestures, enable the Motion settings.
  • Page 33 Activate Air Gesture • Motion: Control your phone using natural movements (on the screen). 1. From the Home screen, press Menu and then tap – Direct call: When enabled, lift the device to your ear while Settings My device Motions and gestures My device My device viewing a contact to call that contact.
  • Page 34 Activate Motion 4. Tap the ON/OFF slider located to the right of each feature to turn it on 1. From the Home screen, press Menu and then tap Settings My device Motions and gestures. For more information, refer to “Using Motions and Gestures” My device My device on page 26.
  • Page 35: Smart Screen

    Smart Screen • When the light source is behind you, or when using the phone in the dark. With Smart screen activated your phone automatically Configure Smart Screen adjusts screen time-out, rotation when it detects you are looking at the screen, and controls scrolling and playback To enable Smart screen features: when you are facing the screen.
  • Page 36: Voice Control

    Voice Control Multi Window Feature Use voice commands to control and interact with the phone: This feature allows you to run multiple applications on the • current screen at the same time. Incoming calls: When enabled, use the voice commands Answer or Reject to answer or reject calls.
  • Page 37 Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window From Notifications 1. Sweep your finger down from the top of the screen to To adjust the size of the two applications on the screen: display Notifications. Touch and drag the border between the windows up or 2.
  • Page 38: Notifications

    Notifications Note: This is a quick way to get the tab out of the way if you Notifications shows information about connections, alerts can’t get to a button or option behind it. and other items. Repositioning the Multi Window 1. Touch and drag downward from the top of the screen to display notifications.
  • Page 39 Settings • Driving mode: Enable or disable Driving mode, to have incoming caller ID and text messages read out. See “Text-to-speech Use settings at the top of Notifications to control popular options” on page 161. settings. Slide your finger right and left to see all the icons. •...
  • Page 40: Led Indicator

    LED Indicator • Sync: When enabled, this feature synchronizes accounts and data. The LED indicator, on the front of the device above the screen • Smart scroll: When enabled, the phone scrolls the screen display (see “Front” on page 18) animates or glows to show alerts or according to the tilt of the phone and your face position.
  • Page 41: Status Bar

    Status Bar Device Power Critical: Battery has very little power remaining. Charge immediately. The Status Bar shows network and battery status and other details, including these common icons. GPS E911 Only: E911 location is active (cannot be turned off). See “E911” on page 168. Airplane Mode Active: All wireless GPS Location Active: One or more GPS location communications are disabled.
  • Page 42 Signal Strength Roaming, CDMA: Current signal New Message: You have new message(s). strength, when the device is roaming on CDMA New Voicemail: You have new voicemail. A networks. The greater the number of bars, the number indicates the number of new messages. stronger the signal.
  • Page 43: Primary Shortcuts

    Primary Shortcuts Music Playing: Music is playing, but the app is in the background. You can control playback from Primary Shortcuts appear at the bottom of the display. You Notifications, or from Music player. can edit the Primary Shortcuts, except for Apps.
  • Page 44: Widgets

    Widgets Shortcuts Widgets are self-contained applications that you can place Use App shortcuts for quick access to applications from the on the Home screen for quick access. Home screen. Your device comes with app shortcuts already Adding Widgets to the Home screen placed on the Home screen, and you can add your favorites.
  • Page 45: Folders

    Folders Wallpaper Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Choose a picture to display in the background of the Home Adding Folders screen. You can choose pre-loaded wallpaper images, or select a picture you’ve taken with Camera or downloaded. 1.
  • Page 46: Apps

    Apps • Travel wallpaper: When enabled, displays travel recommendations on the Lock screen. Apps holds all applications installed on your device. Applications that you download and install are also added to Important! Additional charges may apply for Travel wallpaper. Apps. For more information contact your Customer The Apps screen is like the Home screen, it consists of Service representative.
  • Page 47: Entering Text

    Access speech recognition. the keyboard by touching any text entry field. You can enable predictive text, to have the Samsung You can also use voice input to speak your inputs. keyboard match your key touches to common words and The virtual QWERTY keyboard displays at the bottom of the displays them.
  • Page 48: Using Google Voice Typing

    2. At the Speak now prompt, speak your text. As you keyboard speak, the text displays in the text field. When you enable the Voice input setting for Samsung keyboard, you can access Google Voice Typing from the Samsung keyboard.
  • Page 49: Entering Text Using Swype

    Entering Text using Swype Configuring Swype Configure Swype options in the Language and input settings. Swype™ is a new way to enter text on touch screens. • Instead of touching each key individually, use your finger to While entering text, touch and hold Swype.
  • Page 50 Editing Keyboard The Editing Keyboard provides a quick way to move the cursor and highlight text. If the application in which you are working supports editing, you can cut, copy or paste highlighted text. Swype from Swype to Using Swype Voice Input Enter text by speaking.
  • Page 51: Section 3: Contacts And Accounts

    Your device provides the ability to synchronize information, settings. from a variety of accounts, including Email, Facebook, Google, and your Samsung account. Depending on the For information about setting up other, non-synchronized account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, email accounts, see “Setting Up Email Accounts”...
  • Page 52: Contacts

    Creating Contacts Managing accounts 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Settings. Contacts Create contact. Contacts 2. Select an account, then touch a setting to enable or 2. At the Save contact to prompt, select a save option for disable synchronization.
  • Page 53 Creating Contacts from the Phone Keypad • Touch Groups to assign the contact to a group. For more information about Groups, see “Groups” on page 53. Enter a phone number with the Phone Keypad, then save it. • Touch Ringtone to choose a ringtone for the contact. 1.
  • Page 54: Updating Contacts

    Updating Contacts Updating Contacts from Recent calls Save a phone number from a recent call to create a new Make changes to update an existing contact. contact, or update an existing contact. 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts For more information, see “Creating or Updating Contacts Contacts.
  • Page 55: Contacts Settings

    Contacts Settings Other Contacts Options 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Contacts. Contacts. Contacts Contacts 2. Touch Menu, then touch Settings: 2. Touch a contact to display it, then touch Menu: • Select Only contacts with phones to show contacts with at •...
  • Page 56: Joining Contacts

    • Print contact info: Print the contact’s information via Bluetooth 3. Touch Menu, then touch Share namecard via. to a compatible Samsung Bluetooth-enabled printer (not 4. Choose a sending method, then follow the prompts to included). send the profile. Joining Contacts •...
  • Page 57: Separating Contacts

    Exporting and Importing Contacts Separating contacts 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts You can export your contact list to and from USB storage Contacts. (your device’s memory), or an installed memory card. Contacts Contacts are exported and imported as a special VCF file, and 2.
  • Page 58: Backing Up Contacts

    Sending Namecards (vCards) • Gmail: For more information about sending Gmail, see “Composing and Sending Gmail” on page 78. You can send a contact namecard as a vCards via Bluetooth to other Bluetooth devices, or as an attachment via Gmail or •...
  • Page 59 Favorites Groups Mark contacts with a star to identify them as Favorites. Assign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts faster, or to quickly call or send messages to group Favorites display on the Favorites tab in the Phone and members.
  • Page 60 Editing a Group Adding Contacts to a Group 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Groups. Groups. 2. Touch a Group to display it. 2. Touch a Group to display it, then touch member.
  • Page 61: Speed Dials

    Speed Dials Sending a Message to Group Members Create a new text or email message, addressed to the Speed dials are 1-, 2-, or 3-digit shortcuts (1 to 100) you group’s members. assign to contacts, to allow you to quickly call the contact. 1.
  • Page 62 Removing or Reassigning a Speed Dial 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Contacts. Contacts 2. Touch Menu, then touch Speed dial setting. 3. Touch Menu, then touch an option: • Change order: Touch an assigned speed dial, then touch a new speed dial location to change the order.
  • Page 63: Section 4: Calling

    Section 4: Calling Making Calls Making Calls Using the Phone Keypad 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. Your device offers multiple ways to make calls: • 2. Touch the digits of the telephone number on the Use the touch screen Phone Keypad to enter the phone number Keypad.
  • Page 64: Making Calls From Contacts

    2. The first time you access, touch Confirm to accept the 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts. Samsung Disclaimer. 2. Find the contact and touch it to open the Contact entry. 3. The first time you access, touch Agree to confirm the 3.
  • Page 65: Multi-Party Calling

    Multi-party Calling Making Calls using Favorites Favorites are contacts that you designate as favorites by Use multi-party call features to set up a call between multiple starring them. For more information about creating favorites, callers, such as for a conference call. see “Favorites”...
  • Page 66: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls Rejecting a call with a message Touch and drag Reject call with message toward the You can answer incoming calls when the device is locked or unlocked. middle of the screen, then select an existing message, or Create new message. Touch and drag the Answer icon toward the middle of the screen.
  • Page 67: Ending A Call

    Ending a Call Options During a Call While in a call, you can use these features: To end a call, touch • Recent Calls Add call: Display the Dialer to set up a multi-party call. • Keypad: Display a keypad to enter numbers. When you place, answer, or miss a call, a record of the call is •...
  • Page 68: Managing Recent Calls

    Sending Messages using Recent calls Managing Recent calls Deleting records 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone Recent. 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone Recent. 2. Swipe your finger from right to left across the call. – or – 2.
  • Page 69: Call Settings

    Viewing call durations • Auto reject list: Enter telephone numbers to reject. Turn on Unknown number to reject calls with no caller ID. Touch View the length of the Last call, all Dialed calls, all Received calls, or All calls. Create, then follow the prompts to enter numbers to reject, or 1.
  • Page 70 Turn off screen during calls 3. Manage messages: • To create new messages, touch Create, then follow the When enabled, the screen automatically turns off during prompts. phone calls, and the proximity sensor on the front of the device is used to turn the screen back on when the device is •...
  • Page 71: Call Accessories

    Call alerts Alerts on call Set options for sounds and vibrations to occur during calls. Sets call alerts. • Alerts on call: When enabled, notifications play during phone 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. calls for alarms and new messages. When disabled, these 2.
  • Page 72: Personalize Call Sound

    Call forwarding • Vibrate when ringing: When enabled, the Device vibration plays for incoming calls. Configures the Call forwarding options. 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. • Keypad tones: When enabled, sounds play when you touch the Phone keypad. 2.
  • Page 73: Increase Volume In Pocket

    Noise reduction Voicemail When enabled, the phone suppresses background noise from Configure options for voicemail. the side during calls. 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. 2. Touch Menu Call Settings. 2. Touch Menu Call Settings Noise reduction.
  • Page 74: Other Call Settings

    Other call settings 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. 2. Touch Menu Call Settings. 3. Configure options: • Current country: Choose the country you are in. This is used in Assisted dialing. • Assisted dialing: When turned On, your phone automatically dials appropriate codes and prefixes for international calls.
  • Page 75: Section 5: Messaging

    Section 5: Messaging Types of Messages Note: Messaging service availability depends on your network Your device supports these types of messages: and service plan. Multimedia Messaging charges apply • Text messages: Send and receive simple messages containing per your Calling Plan. Monthly plans are available. text to other mobile phones or email addresses (also known as Higher rates apply for International Multimedia Messaging (when available).
  • Page 76: Text And Multimedia Messaging

    Text and Multimedia Messaging – Add to Contacts: If the recipients are not saved in Contacts, save the info as a new contact, or update an existing contact. Your device can send and receive text and multimedia – Add slide/Remove slide: Add or remove a slide. Slides hold messages.
  • Page 77: Deleting Messages

    Deleting Messages Message Threads Deleting a single message thread Sent and received text and picture messages are grouped into message threads. Threaded messages allow you to see 1. From the main Home screen, tap Messaging all the messages exchanged (similar to a chat program) and 2.
  • Page 78 • Save messages: displays the saved messages folder and its • Discard: allows you to delete the message. contents. • Translate: launches translation where you assign the language • Settings: allows you to access Messaging settings. For more in which you are composing, and select a language for the information, refer to “Messaging Settings”...
  • Page 79: Messaging Settings

    Messaging Settings • Manage SIM card messages: allows you to manage the messages that you have stored on your SIM card. To configure the settings for text messages, multimedia Multimedia message (MMS) settings messages, Voice mails, and Push messages. 1. From the main Home screen, tap Messaging •...
  • Page 80 Notifications settings • Vibrate: the phone vibrates when you receive emergency alerts. • Notifications: allows you to see message notifications on your • Alert reminder: allows you to set reminders after you receive status bar. an alert. You can select Once, Every 2 minutes, Every 15 •...
  • Page 81: Emergency Alerts

    Emergency Alerts Email This device is designed to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts Send and receive email using popular email services. Setting Up Email Accounts from the Commercial Mobile Alert Service (CMAS). Emergency Alerts are geographically-targeted, and alert You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few customers of imminent threats to their safety within their steps.
  • Page 82: Email Settings

    Deleting Email Accounts Email Settings 1. From the Home screen, touch Use settings to configure handling of your email. Apps Menu Settings and then Note: Available settings depend on the email provider. touch 3. Touch the email account to delete. 1.
  • Page 83: Composing And Sending Email

    Composing and Sending Email • Priority sender settings: Configure priority mail sender settings. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps – Priority senders: Displays a list of Priority senders. Email. – Set as the default folder: Display the priority sender inbox 2.
  • Page 84: Gmail

    Gmail Refreshing Your Gmail Account Syncing refreshes your device with the account’s servers. Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based When you set up an email account, you can choose whether email. the account syncs in the background, or manually. From the Home screen, touch Apps From the Home screen, touch...
  • Page 85: Voicemail

    Voicemail Checking Voicemail 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps All unanswered calls to your device are sent to voice mail, Voice Mail. even if your device is turned off, so you’ll want to set up your voice mail and personal greeting as soon as you activate 2.
  • Page 86: Google Talk

    Google Talk Chat with other Google Talk users. Note: Talk requires that you have a Google account set up on your device. For more information, see “Your Google Account” on page 13. If you set up your Google account, you are automatically logged in. From the Home screen, touch Apps Talk.
  • Page 87: Section 6: Applications

    Find new apps to download and install on your device: • Amazon Appstore: For more information, see “Appstore (Amazon)” on page 83. • Play Store: For more information, see “Play Store” on page 105. • Samsung Hub: For more information, refer to “Samsung Hub” on page 107. Applications...
  • Page 88 Customizing the Apps Screens • Uninstall: Remove an app that you downloaded from your Choosing a view phone. Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. • Downloaded applications: Display all apps you’ve By default, app icons appear in Grid view. You can change the view to list view.
  • Page 89: Amazon

    Amazon Appstore (Amazon) Shop with Amazon. Browse and download applications, games and more from the Amazon application store. From the Home screen, touch Amazon. Amazon Kindle From the Home screen, touch Appstore. – or – Use the Amazon Kindle application to download books for From the Home screen, touch Apps reading, right on your phone.
  • Page 90: Calendar

    Calendar Sending Events Send events as vCalendar files to other Bluetooth devices, as Record events and appointments to manage your schedule. message attachments, or via Wi-Fi Direct. Tip: A Calendar widget is available in Widgets. For more 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps information about placing widgets on the Home screen, Calendar.
  • Page 91: Camera

    Camera Taking Pictures 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Use the Camera to take pictures and record video. Sharing your photos and videos Camera. Your device has exciting new features for sharing your photos with your friends and family: •...
  • Page 92: Picture Options

    Touch the screen to focus on the area you touched. – Flash: Choose Off, On, or Auto – or – flash. – Auto night detection: Displays the “Pinch” the screen, or press the Volume Key, to zoom auto night detection setting. On or Off. in or out.
  • Page 93: Camera And Camcorder Settings

    Taking Dual Camera Photos Camera and Camcorder Settings With the Dual Camera feature, you can take a picture with From the Camera viewer, press Menu Settings both the front and rear cameras at the same time. then configure these settings: To take a Dual Camera picture: Camera 1.
  • Page 94 • Auto night detection: Automatically detects very low light • Guidelines: Enable or disable an on-screen grid to aid in photo conditions to take a good photo at night. composition. • Save as: Delivers images with greater intensity which is •...
  • Page 95 Changing the Mode • Animated photo: Creates a picture that contains selected moving objects by animating parts of picture. Touch the MODE button, then scroll through and select these • options: Rich tone (HDR): Select when taking photos with richer colors and •...
  • Page 96: Recording Videos

    Recording Videos 2. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the lens at the subject. You can rotate the Use the Camera to record video. phone to any position, and the screen controls rotate to Important! Do not take videos of people without their make recording easy.
  • Page 97: Chrome

    Chrome Using S Beam Enable NFC and S Beam, and then share pictures, videos Use Google Chrome to browse the web. (and other files) with other NFC-capable devices. From the Home screen, touch Apps 1. Activate NFC. For more information, see “NFC and Chrome.
  • Page 98: Contacts

    Contacts Email Use Contacts to store information for your friends, family and Send and receive email using popular email services. colleagues, to make contacting them easy. For more information, see “Email” on page 75. For more information, see “Contacts” on page 46. From the Home screen, select Apps Email.
  • Page 99: Gallery

    Gallery 3. With the image displayed, press Menu Edit to Viewing Videos lauch the photo editor. 4. Tap and hold the image then select an available option: 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps • Selection mode: provides several on-screen selection options Gallery.
  • Page 100 6. Press to access the following options: Color: automaticvally adjusts color, Brightness, • Save as: allows you to rename your current image and save it Contrast, Saturation, Adjust RGB, Temperature, to your gallery. Exposure, and Hue of a photo. • Select image: allows you to select a new image for editing. Effect: adds various effects to your photo.
  • Page 101 Sharing pictures and video Setting a Picture as a Contact Photo You can share pictures and videos via Email, Messaging, Set a picture as a contact’s photo. The contact’s photo Bluetooth or popular sharing services. displays with notifications to calls or messages from the contact.
  • Page 102: Gmail

    Gmail Google Now Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based Google Now® recognizes repeated actions performed on the email. device (including accessing locations, repeated calendar appointments, search queries, and more). Google Now uses For more information, see “Gmail” on page 78. these actions to automatically send updates for user-specific From the Home screen, touch Apps...
  • Page 103: Google Settings

    Google Settings Group Play Google Settings provides a quick access to settings for Share currently viewed documents or photos, or currently Google+, apps with Google+ Sign-In, Maps & Latitude, playing music files with other devices connected to the same Location, Search, and Ads. Wi-Fi network and your device.
  • Page 104: Imdb

    IMDb Entering text in a field • While browsing, touch a text field to display the virtual QWERTY Search movies and actors, view trailers and showtimes, keyboard to enter text. explore top charts and box office information, and add Zoom movies and TV to your personal Watchlist.
  • Page 105: Local

    Local Maps Google Places is now Google Local, to use your location to Use Google Maps to find your current location, plus get help you find destinations, such as restaurants, bars, hotels, directions and other location-based information. attractions, ATMs, and gas stations, or you can enter a Note: You must enable location services to use Maps, and location.
  • Page 106: Messaging

    Messaging Mobile Hotspot Send and receive text and multimedia messages. Use Mobile Hotspot to share your phone’s mobile internet connection with up to 10 devices, using your phone as the For more information, see “Text and Multimedia Messaging” mobile hotspot. on page 70.
  • Page 107: Music

    Music Shuffle: When enabled, songs play in random order. When disabled, songs play in the order My Music plays songs stored on your phone or an installed they appear in List view. memory card. 1. From the Home screen, select Apps Play All: Touch to play all songs, an album, or Music.
  • Page 108: Creating A Playlist

    Adding multiple songs to a playlist Favorites: Touch to add this song to the Favorites 1. From the Home screen, select Apps Music. list. 2. Touch Menu Add to playlist. Creating a Playlist 3. Touch songs to select them, or touch Select all; then touch Done.
  • Page 109: My Files

    My Verizon Mobile • Caller ringtone: Choose a contact to set the song as the ringtone for calls from the contact. View details and manage your Verizon Wireless account. • Alarm tone: Set the song as the alarm ringtone for a new Note: No airtime or minute charges apply when accessing alarm, or for an existing alarm.
  • Page 110: Nfl Mobile

    NFL Mobile Play Magazines Play the popular game on your phone. Subscribe to your favorite magazines, and have them available to read on your device any time, in any place. From the Home screen, touch Apps From the Home screen, touch Apps NFL Mobile.
  • Page 111: Play Store

    Play Store Polaris Office 5.0 Android Market is now Google Play™ Store, where all your Polaris® Office Mobile for Android is a Microsoft Office favorite books, movies, apps, and games are all in one place compatible office suite. This application provides a central that’s accessible from the Web and your Android device.
  • Page 112: S Health

    S Health • Text mode: Open a memo to enter text with the keyboard. Use S Health to manage your wellness. S Health records • Drawing mode: Open a memo to draw or write text. activity level, food consumption, and other health-related S Translator issues like blood glucose level, blood pressure and weight from external devices.
  • Page 113: S Voice

    Media Content that is purchased and downloaded may be 1. From the Home screen, select Apps viewed concurrently on up to five (5) devices with Samsung S Voice. Hub (or "the service") that are also registered to the same 2. Say “Hi Galaxy”, or touch to wake up account.
  • Page 114: Samsung Link

    Samsung Link In no event will rented Media Content be available for a Samsung Link allows users to share their in-device media period of more than thirty (30) days (or shorter on a title-by- content with other external devices using DLNA certified™...
  • Page 115: Settings

    From the Home screen, touch Apps 2. Touch Sign in to sign in to Samsung Link. Setup wizard. 3. Touch Sign in again and sign in to your Samsung Story Album account. Create an album with your story on one timeline.
  • Page 116: Talk

    Use Video to view and manage videos stored on an installed rentals and more. memory card. 1. Log in to your Samsung Account if you have not Note: This application requires a Samsung account sign in to already done so.
  • Page 117: Viewdini

    Voice Recorder 5. During playback, use these playback controls: • Volume: Touch to activate on-screen volume control; then Record your voice or other sounds, and share recordings via touch and drag on the scale to set volume, or press the Volume Bluetooth, Messaging, or Gmail.
  • Page 118: Voicemail

    VZ Security. voicemail, see “Voice Mail” on page 14. WatchON VZ Navigator Use the Samsung WatchON application to use your phone as a remote control for your TV, set top box, DVR, Blu-Ray/DVD, ® Use VZ Navigator to find, share and navigate to millions of stereo or other device.
  • Page 119 Tap No, test next code, or tap Send this code again, to continue. retry to code if the TV did not turn on. 7. Tap Sign in to sign in to your Samsung account, or tap 6. Select your current channel control method. Skip to continue.
  • Page 120: Youtube

    4. Configure your set top box for IR communication with this device. Important! You must configure your set top box for IR communication with your device. If you do not select More Info... below and follow the on-screen instructions you may not be able to properly use the application.
  • Page 121: Section 7: Connections

    Section 7: Connections Wi-Fi Turning Wi-Fi On or Off Turn your device’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi- Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides Fi service on, your device automatically searches for nearby access to local area networks. available Wi-Fi networks.
  • Page 122: Scanning And Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Adding a Wi-Fi Network Manually 1. From the Home screen, sweep your finger downward When you turn on Wi-Fi, your device searches for available Wi-Fi connections, then displays them. to display Notifications. 1. From the Home screen, sweep your finger downward 2.
  • Page 123: Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi Direct Connecting to Wi-Fi Direct Devices 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that allows devices to connect to Settings then touch Connections. each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. This 2.
  • Page 124: Mobile Hotspot

    Mobile Hotspot Turning Mobile Hotspot On or Off Activate your device’s Mobile Hotspot application to allow Use Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s internet other devices to use your device’s internet connection. connection with a PC or other device through Wi-Fi, using your device as the mobile hotspot.
  • Page 125 Connecting a Device via Mobile Hotspot Allowed Device List Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your Control whether devices connect to your Mobile Hotspot with device’s Mobile Hotspot. the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s 1.
  • Page 126: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Turning Bluetooth On or Off 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings Note: For Hearing Aid Compatibility Information, see page 196. then touch Connections. 2. Touch and slide the slider next to Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications turn Bluetooth On or Off.
  • Page 127: Vpn

    1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings then touch Connections. You can use your device’s VPN (Virtual Private Network) 2. Touch and slide the slider next to Bluetooth feature to connect to VPNs. Configuring VPN Settings turn Bluetooth On or Off. 3.
  • Page 128: Tethering

    Tethering 3. Touch Mobile Broadband connect to turn tethering On or Off. Use Tethering to share your device’s internet connection with Bluetooth tethering a computer that connects to your device via USB cable, or by Bluetooth. Before starting, pair your computer with your device, then Touch Help under Tethering settings to view information configure your computer to obtain its network connection via about tethering, and for links to more information.
  • Page 129: Nfc And Beaming

    NFC and Beaming Android Beam Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share information When enabled, beam application content to another NFC- between your device and another NFC device by beaming, capable device by holding the devices close together. You typically by touching the devices together back-to-back. can beam browser pages, YouTube videos, contacts, and more.
  • Page 130: S Beam

    S Beam Nearby devices Share more and share it faster with S Beam. From photos to Share files with nearby devices using DLNA (Digital Living documents, large video files to maps, you can share almost Network Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi. anything instantly with one touch, simply by placing your To share with nearby devices, you must connect to a Wi-Fi devices back-to-back.
  • Page 131: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Configuring File Sharing 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings Connect your device to a computer to transfer data between then touch Connections Nearby devices. your device and the computer. Use the USB cable that comes with your device, or use one of the pre-loaded apps on your 2.
  • Page 132: Memory Card

    Installing and Removing a Memory Card Note: To sync your device to a PC, it is highly recommended For more information about installing and removing a that you install Samsung Kies, which is available at memory card, see “Memory Card” on page 12. http://www.samsung.com/kies (for Windows/Mac).
  • Page 133: Formatting A Memory Card

    Mounting and Unmounting a Memory Card Formatting a Memory Card Mounting a memory card establishes the connection Use the Format SD card setting to remove all data from an between your device and the card, to prepare for saving files installed memory card.
  • Page 134: Section 8: Settings

    Call, Power saving mode, Accessory, Accessibility, Language and input, Motions and gestures, Smart screen, Air view, and Voice control. Accounts: Displays account configuration and management features for Samsung, Email, and Social media accounts such as: Backup Assistant Plus, Add account, and Backup and reset.
  • Page 135: Connections Settings

    Connections Settings More: Displays Permissions, and Device manager Airplane mode settings such as: Location services, Security, Application manager, Battery, Storage, Date and When airplane mode is enabled, all your phone’s wireless time, and About phone. connections are disabled, and you cannot make or receive calls or messages or connect to networks.
  • Page 136: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Settings Set up and manage wireless access points. Set up and manage your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi networks. Your phone supports Wi-Fi a/b/g/n. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings then touch Connections. For more information about using Wi-Fi, see “Wi-Fi” on page 115.
  • Page 137 Other Wi-Fi Settings – MAC address: (Not configurable) View your phone’s MAC 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings address, needed for connecting to some secured networks. then touch Connections. – IP address: (Not configurable) View your phone’s IP address. 2.
  • Page 138 Passpoint Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Certified Passpoint™ automatically connects to a Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly Passpoint-enabled Wi-Fi network. via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your phone 1.
  • Page 139: Bluetooth Profiles

    Bluetooth • Human Interface Devices: HID v1.0 profile supports certain ® interface devices. Your phone supports Bluetooth 4.0. Bluetooth profiles • Personal Area Networking: PAN 1.0 supports exchange of data with other devices. Bluetooth profiles are specifications for services supported •...
  • Page 140: Turning Bluetooth On Or Off

    Turning Bluetooth On or Off • Touch your phone’s name to enable or disable visibility to other Bluetooth devices. When Bluetooth is visible, other devices 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings locate your phone during a scan. This phone remains visible for then touch Connections.
  • Page 141: Data Usage

    Data usage • Data usage cycle: Use the drop-down menu to select a range of dates. Control your device’s connection to mobile data service, and Data usage options monitor your data usage. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings Note: Data usage is measured by your device, and your then touch Connections.
  • Page 142: More Networks

    • Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile • Signal strength: (Not configurable) Current signal strength. hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and • Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. you can configure apps to warn you before using these •...
  • Page 143 Turning Mobile Hotspot On or Off Note: Mobile Hotspot may require a subscription to Mobile 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings Hotspot/Mobile Broadband Connect service. For more then touch Connections. information, contact Verizon Wireless. 2. Touch More networks Mobile Hotspot and tap the slider to turn Mobile Hotspot On or Off.
  • Page 144 Allowed Device List • Hide my device: When enabled, your mobile hotspot is not visible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan. Other devices can Control whether devices connect to your Mobile Hotspot with still connect to your mobile hotspot, but will have to set up the the Allowed device list.
  • Page 145 Tethering Note: Using Mobile Broadband Connect tethering requires a Use Tethering to share your phone’s internet connection with subscription to Mobile Hotspot/Mobile Broadband a computer that connects to your device via USB cable, or by Connect service. For information, contact Verizon Bluetooth.
  • Page 146: Connect And Share

    4. Enter the IPsec configuration information, then touch Show advanced options to configure additional options. Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). For more information about using VPNs, see “VPN” on page 121. 5. Touch Save. Adding a VPN Connect and share 1.
  • Page 147: Android Beam

    Android Beam S Beam When enabled, beam application content to another S Beam uses your phone’s NFC (Near Field Communication) NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. to send, or “beam”, content to other NFC and Wi-Fi Direct You can beam browser pages, YouTube videos, contacts, and devices, by holding the devices close together.
  • Page 148: Nearby Devices

    Nearby devices 3. Under Advanced, touch options to control how content is shared from your device: Share files with devices using DLNA (Digital Living Network • Shared contents: Choose the type of content to share, from Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi. Videos, Photos, or Music.
  • Page 149: Screen Mirroring

    Wi-Fi technology. Note: This feature requires an optional AllShare Cast dongle Using Kies via Wi-Fi requires the Samsung Kies application accessory. See your Verizon Customer Service on your computer. For more information, see “Kies air” on Representative for more information.
  • Page 150: My Device Settings

    My Device Settings • Face and voice: When enabled, you unlock the phone by Lock screen looking at the screen and speaking. This option offers low security, because someone who looks and/or sounds similar to Choose settings to unlock your phone. you could unlock your phone.
  • Page 151 Swipe options Face / Face and Voice unlock options • Multiple widgets displays multiple widgets on your lock Important! Do not use face unlock while driving. screen. • Lock screen widgets locks the widgets displayed on the home • Lock screen widgets locks the widgets displayed on the home screens.
  • Page 152 Secured with pattern Secured with password • Lock screen widgets locks the widgets displayed on the home • Lock screen widgets locks the widgets displayed on the home screens. screens. • Make pattern visible: displays the pattern as you draw it. •...
  • Page 153: Display Settings

    Display Settings • Auto-rotate screen: allows you to switch the display orientation automatically when you rotate the phone. Use this menu to change display settings. • Screen timeout: adjusts the delay time before the screen From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings automatically turns off.
  • Page 154: Notification Panel

    More display settings 3. Select a source for wallpaper, from Gallery, Live • Touch key light duration: set the delay time before the Touch wallpaper, Wallpapers, or Travel wallpaper (Lock screen key light automatically turns off. only). • Display battery percentage: displays the battery charge Important! Additional charges may apply for Travel wallpaper.
  • Page 155: Led Indicator

    Selecting Quick Setting buttons • Low battery: When enabled, the LED blinks red when battery power is low and the phone is not connected to charger. Customize which quick setting buttons display at the top of the notification panel. • Notifications: When enabled, the LED blinks blue for missed 1.
  • Page 156: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Vibration intensity Volume Set the level for vibration to accompany ringtones and notifications. Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings ringtones, notifications, and media playback. then touch My device Sound Vibration...
  • Page 157: Ringtones And Notifications

    Vibrations Ringtones and notifications Ringtones Choose a vibration pattern to use when vibration is enabled. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings Choose a ringtone for incoming calls. then touch My device Sound Vibrations. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings My device...
  • Page 158: System Sound Settings

    System Sound Settings Tip: You can also set songs as ringtones. For more Use System sound settings to configure the dialing pad, information, see “Setting a Song as a Ringtone” on make a screen selection, or lock or tap your screen. page 102.
  • Page 159: Home Screen Mode

    Call Settings More Sound Settings Adapt sound These settings configure calls with your device. Customize call sounds using the Adapt sound setting. For more information, refer to “Call Settings” on page 63. Power saving mode 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings then touch...
  • Page 160: Accessory Settings

    Accessory Settings Accessibility Settings Select the Audio output mode whenever you use a car or Your phone offers features to make using the phone easier desk dock. for those with certain physical disabilities. Use the Accessibility settings to activate these services. 1.
  • Page 161 • Manage accessibility: save and update accessibility settings • Negative colors: reverses the on-screen color display from or share them with another device. You can export your White text on a Black background to Black text on a White settings, import a previously saved file, or share your file with background.
  • Page 162: Language And Input

    Language and input Hearing settings • Sound balance: allows you to use the slider to set the Left Language and Right balance when using a stereo device. Set the language used by your phone’s screens. • Mono audio: allows you to enable stereo audio to be 1.
  • Page 163: Samsung Keyboard

    Configure Samsung keypad settings. When you enable Configure Google voice input settings. When you enable Samsung keyboard in Settings, it is available for text entry Google voice in Settings, it is available for text entry when when you touch a text field to enter text.
  • Page 164 Qwerty or 3x4 keyboard Messages. (similar to a phone keypad). – Learn from Contacts: Allows the phone to learn from your • Input languages: Select languages for the Samsung Contacts. keyboard. – Clear remote data: Deletes anonymous data stored on the personalization server.
  • Page 165 – Auto-capitalization: When enabled, Swype automatically • Reset settings: Touch to reset Samsung keyboard settings to capitalizes the first word of sentences. the defaults, except for My word list and the Auto substitution –...
  • Page 166 Speech – Pop-up on keypress: When enabled, characters display Voice search above keys as you enter text. – Next word prediction: When enabled, Swype predicts the 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings next word based on the previous word. then touch My device Language and input...
  • Page 167: Motions And Gestures

    2. Touch a setting to configure: Set up various Motion activation services using these • Preferred TTS engine settings. – Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text- Air gesture to-speech Engine. Air gesture allows you to control your device by performing • General motions above the sensor.
  • Page 168 Motion • Quick glance: When enabled, reach toward the phone to display information such as time, date, missed calls, incoming Control your device by performing natural hand movements. messages, and battery strength. Touch and slide the slider 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings ON to enable this feature.
  • Page 169: Palm Motion

    • Mute/pause: When enabled, turn the phone face down on a • Mute/pause: When enabled, cover the screen with your hand flat surface to mute incoming calls and any sounds that are to pause an on-screen video or mute a playing sound. playing.
  • Page 170: Smart Screen

    Smart Screen Air view Customize screen settings so the screen is more responsive When Air view is enabled, hover your finger over the screen and easier to use. to display information or details. An example of an Air view feature is hovering your finger over a scheduled item in the 1.
  • Page 171: Voice Control

    Voice control Accounts Settings Use this feature to control the phone using voice commands. Set up and manage accounts, including Samsung, Email, Google and Backup Assistant Plus, and your social 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings networking accounts.
  • Page 172: Backup Assistant Plus

    Backup Assistant Plus Add account Backup Assistant Plus is a free service that protects your Set up an account, to synchronize the account with your contacts by saving to a secure web site. If your phone is lost, device. When an account is set up on your device, you don’t stolen or damaged, or if you change phones, Backup have to log in each time you access the account from the Assistant can restore your saved contacts to a new phone,...
  • Page 173: More

    Backup account More Sign in to a Google account to use for backing up settings. Use the features on the More tab to configure the 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings permissions, and manage the device. Location services Accounts Backup and reset 2.
  • Page 174 E911 5. Touch each of the following options to enable/disable the feature: E911 location service is standard on all mobile phones, to • E911: View only field. You cannot turn off E911 Location on any allow sharing of your GPS location with emergency personnel cell phone.
  • Page 175 VZW location services Standalone GPS services Enable or disable location service from Verizon Wireless. Enable or disable location service from Standalone GPS services. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings More Location services. Note: Standalone GPS services must be enabled to use some applications.
  • Page 176: Security Settings

    Wi-Fi & mobile network location Security Settings Encryption This feature allows applications to use Google’s location service to faster estimate your location. Anonymous location As a security measure, you can encrypt the contents of your data is collected and sent to Google. device or an optional installed memory card (not included), 1.
  • Page 177: Sim Card Lock

    Encrypt external SD card SIM Card Lock As a security measure, you can encrypt the contents of an Protect information on your phone by using a PIN code to optional installed SD card (not included), and require a prevent another user from using your SIM card to make password each time you access the card.
  • Page 178: Make Passwords Visible

    Forgotten SIM PIN password Make passwords visible If you enter the wrong SIM PIN more than 3 times, you must When enabled, password characters display briefly as you contact your Customer Service Representative to get the PUK enter them. code for your device. 1.
  • Page 179: Device Administrators

    Device administrators Verify apps View, add or remove device administrators. When enable, the phone blocks or warns you before installing applications that might cause harm. 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings More Security.
  • Page 180: Application Manager

    Clear credentials 2. Touch DOWNLOADED, RUNNING, or ALL to view the status of applications and services. Touch an app or Clear stored credentials and reset the password. service for more information, and for app options, such 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings as stopping or uninstalling.
  • Page 181: Date And Time

    Date and time SD card 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings By default, your phone receives date and time information More Storage. from the wireless network. When you are outside network 2. Touch Mount SD card to mount a memory card. coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the Date &...
  • Page 182: About Phone

    About phone • Kernel version: View the kernel version of your phone. • Build number: View the build number of your phone. View information about your phone, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. • SELinux status: View the status of SELinux. 1.
  • Page 183: Section 9: Health And Safety Information

    Section 9: Health and Safety Information This device is capable of operating in Wi-Fi mode in the 2.4 and Cell phones emit low levels of Radio Frequency (RF) energy. 5 GHz bands. The FCC requires that devices operating within Over the past 15 years, scientists have conducted hundreds 5.15-5.25 GHz may only be used indoors, not outside, in order to of studies looking at the biological effects of the radio avoid interference with Mobile Satellite Services (MSS).
  • Page 184 Very high levels of electromagnetic energy, such as is found The scientific community at large therefore believes that the in X-rays and gamma rays, can ionize biological tissues. weight of scientific evidence does not show an association Ionization is a process where electrons are stripped away between exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) from cell phones from their normal locations in atoms and molecules.
  • Page 185 Interphone is the largest cell phone study to date, but it did found at not answer all questions about cell phone safety. Additional http://www.creal.cat/programes-recerca/en_projectes-creal/ research is being conducted around the world, and the FDA view.php?ID=39. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) continues to monitor developments in this field.
  • Page 186 Hands-Free Kits • Cooperate in providing users of cell phones with the current ® information on cell phone use and human health concerns. Hands-free kits may include audio or Bluetooth headsets and various types of body-worn accessories such as The FDA also is working with voluntary standard-setting belt-clips and holsters.
  • Page 187: Children And Cell Phones

    the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit cell phone others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based attached to the phone. on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists.
  • Page 188: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information

    • US Food and Drug Administration: expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/ watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/ The FCC SAR limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety HomeBusinessandEntertainment/CellPhones/default.htm.
  • Page 189: Fcc Part 15 Information To User

    SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC Samsung could void your authority to operate the device. RF exposure guidelines. This mobile phone has a FCC ID This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 190: Commercial Mobile Alerting System (Cmas)

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. your ability to concentrate on the act of driving becomes Commercial Mobile Alerting System impaired. Samsung is committed to promoting responsible (CMAS) driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand and address distractions.
  • Page 191: Battery Use And Safety

    If you consider a call necessary and appropriate, follow these Never use wireless data services such as text messaging, Web tips: browsing, or e-mail while operating a vehicle. • Use a hands-free device; Never watch videos, such as a movie or clip, or play video games while operating a vehicle.
  • Page 192 If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked • Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way. by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear • Do not allow the battery to touch metal objects. Accidental to be working properly.
  • Page 193: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling

    Some websites and second-hand dealers not associated with reputable manufacturers and carriers, might be selling We've made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung mobile device by working with respected take-back incompatible or even counterfeit batteries and chargers.
  • Page 194: Ul Certified Travel Charger

    Mail It In Warning! Never dispose of batteries in a fire because they may The Samsung Mobile Take-Back Program will provide explode. Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label. Just go to UL Certified Travel Charger http://www.samsung.com/us/aboutsamsung/citizenship/ The Travel Charger for this phone has met applicable UL usactivities_environment_samsungrecyclingdirect.html?INT=ST...
  • Page 195: Display / Touch-Screen

    GPS & AGPS if screen is broken or cracked as this could cause injury to you. Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning System (GPS) signal for location-based applications. A GPS uses satellites controlled by the U.S. Government that are...
  • Page 196: Emergency Calls

    Always obey posted road signs. Emergency Calls service provider, applications providers, Samsung, and other third-parties providing services. This mobile device, like any wireless mobile device, operates Use of AGPS in Emergency Calls...
  • Page 197: Care And Maintenance

    Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: switched on and in a service area with adequate signal Liquids of any kind strength. Keep the mobile device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and...
  • Page 198: Responsible Listening

    cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water This includes the use of headphones (including headsets, ® solution. earbuds, and Bluetooth or other wireless devices). Exposure to very loud sound has also been associated in Shock or vibration some studies with tinnitus (a ringing in the ear), Do not drop, knock, or shake the mobile device.
  • Page 199 • When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot American Academy of Audiology hear the people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 you can hear what you are listening to. Reston, VA 20190 •...
  • Page 200: Operating Environment

    Using Your Mobile Device Near Other Electronic National Institute for Occupational Safety Devices and Health (NIOSH) Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from Radio 395 E Street, S.W., Suite 9200 Frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic Patriots Plaza Building equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from Washington, DC 20201 your wireless mobile device.
  • Page 201 Posted Facilities • Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your implantable medical device. If you have any questions about Switch your mobile device off in any facility where posted using your wireless mobile device with an implantable medical notices require you to do so.
  • Page 202: Fcc Hearing Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices

    When your Device is Wet hearing devices. Not all mobile devices have been rated. Mobile devices that are rated have the rating on their box or Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is a label located on the box.
  • Page 203 Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing aid manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating. Higher ratings mean that the hearing device is relatively immune to interference noise. Under the current industry standard, American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19, the hearing aid and wireless mobile device rating values are added together to indicate how usable they are together.
  • Page 204: Fcc Notice And Cautions

    It is important to try the different features of this phone accessories may be dangerous and void the mobile device thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering mobile device.
  • Page 205 • • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing materials in the same compartment as the mobile device, its lights while watching videos or playing games for extended parts, or accessories.
  • Page 206: Section 10: Warranty Information

    Case/Pouch/Holster 90 Days SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper Other Phone Accessories 1 Year testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;...
  • Page 207 (iii) the battery has return the Product to an authorized phone service facility in been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by the which it is specified.
  • Page 208 ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY claims, whether in advertising, presentations or otherwise, LASTS, OR THE DISCLAIMER OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL on behalf of SAMSUNG regarding the Products or this Limited OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS Warranty.
  • Page 209 For any arbitration in which your total damage claims, exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees, are ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM $5,000.00 or less (“Small Claim”), the arbitrator may, if you THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR...
  • Page 210 You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by Severability providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held to be illegal or from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the unenforceable, such partial illegality or unenforceability shall Product.
  • Page 211: End User License Agreement For Software

    Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG THE SOFTWARE. Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) © 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung grants you the following 2012 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. All rights provided that you comply with all terms and conditions rights reserved. of this EULA: You may install, use, access, display and run...
  • Page 212 Update that Samsung may provide to you or make available to you after the date you 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its obtain your initial copy of the Software, unless we provide affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered other terms along with such Update.
  • Page 213 License will terminate automatically without restrictions imposed by your network or internet provider. notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the Unless your device is connected to the internet through Wi-Fi connection, the Software will access through your mobile...
  • Page 214 "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND agree that Samsung is not responsible for the availability of FROM SAMSUNG, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE such applications and is not responsible or liable for any...
  • Page 215 (“Samsung Account”), and your loss, including but not limited to any damage to the mobile rights and obligations will be set forth in separate Samsung device or loss of data, caused or alleged to be caused by, or Account terms and conditions and privacy policies.
  • Page 216 PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY where you are a resident. Notwithstanding the foregoing, FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Samsung may apply for injunctive remedies (or an equivalent 14. U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The type of urgent legal relief) in any jurisdiction.
  • Page 217 Opt Out." You must include in the opt out e-mail (a) your part of any award, but may not grant Samsung its attorney name and address; (b) the date on which the device was fees, expert witness fees or costs unless it is determined that purchased;...
  • Page 218 Software, and you will continue to enjoy the benefits of this license. 17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
  • Page 219: Index

    Battery Use & Safety 185 in-call options 61 adding a Google account 45 Bigger Font recent 61 Google 13 Setting 155 rejecting 60 Samsung 13 Bluetooth sending to voicemail 60 setting up 45 pairing with a device 120 settings 63 Air Gesture profiles 133...
  • Page 220 Entering Text refreshing your account 78 Google voice typing 42 Google speed dials 55 Samsung keyboard 41 Gmail 78 starred contacts 53 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) managing an account 46 updating 48 Signals 177...
  • Page 221 GPS & AGPS 189 Gmail 78 Groups Talk 80 Kindle 83 adding contacts 54 types 69 creating 53 Messaging Language and input 156 sending a message 55 Adding a Signature 74 Location settings Guided Tours 14 Deleting a message 71 Standalong GPS services 169 Draft 71 VZW location services 169...
  • Page 222 Notification Panel 32 sharing 95 configuring 41 taking 85 entering text 41 Play Store 105 Operating Environment 194 Samsung Mobile Products and Playlists Other Important Safety Information Recycling 187 creating 102 Security Powering On and Off 13 locking and unlocking 16...
  • Page 223 Text key 20 Bluetooth 120 entering 41 VPN 121 Text settings adding 121 Wi-Fi 115 default 157 settings 140 Google voice typing 157 Samsung keyboard 157 YouTube 114 Wallpaper Transfer Information to Your New setting 95 Device Smart Switch 13...

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