Page 1 Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Get Started Your Phone at a Glance Set Up Your Phone Activate Your Phone Complete the Setup Process Set Up Voicemail Sprint Account Information and Help Sprint Account Passwords Manage Your Account Sprint Support Services Phone Basics Your Phone’s Layout Turn Your Phone On and Off Turn Your Screen On and Off S Pen Overview Removing S Pen from your Phone S Pen Settings Use S Pen Air Gesture Motion Gestures Phone Motions Palm Motions Smart Screen Air View Air View Pen Options Air View Finger Options Voice Control Multi Window Touch Gestures Your Home Screen Create Shortcuts Add and Remove Primary Shortcuts Add and Remove Widgets...
Page 3 Extended Home Screens Recent Applications Status Bar and Notification Panel Quick Settings Notification Panel Settings Enter Text Text Input Methods Google Voice Typing Samsung Keyboard Swype Tips for Editing Text Phone Calls Make Phone Calls Call Using the Keypad Call from Logs Call from Contacts Call a Number in a Text Message Call a Number in an Email Message Call Emergency Numbers Receive Phone Calls Answer an Incoming Call Mute the Ringing Sound Reject an Incoming Call Reject a Call with a Text Message Voicemail Voicemail Setup Voicemail Notification Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages Visual Voicemail Set Up Visual Voicemail Review Visual Voicemail Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages Visual Voicemail Options Configure Visual Voicemail Settings Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu Edit the Display Name via the Voicemail Menu Phone Call Options...
Page 4 Options While on a Call Caller ID Call Waiting Conference Calling Call Forwarding Speed Dials Logs View Logs Logs Options Clear Logs Contacts Get Started With Contacts Access Contacts Contacts Options Add a Contact Save a Phone Number to a Contact Edit a Contact Add or Edit Information for a Contact Assign a Picture to a Contact Assign a Ringtone to a Contact Link a Contact Delete a Contact Add Contacts to Favorites Create Groups Share a Contact Contacts Settings Accounts and Messaging Google Account Create a Google Account Sign In to Your Google Account Access Gmail Send a Gmail Message Samsung Account Email Add an Email Account Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account Compose and Send Email...
Page 5 Reply or Forward Email Manage Your Email Inbox Email Settings Delete an Email Account Text and Multimedia Messages Send a Text Message (SMS) Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) Save and Resume a Draft Message New Messages Notification Managing Message Conversations Messages Settings Social Networking Accounts Facebook YouTube Hangouts Google+ Apps and Entertainment App Groups Google Play Store Find and Install an App Create a Google Wallet Account Open an Installed App Uninstall an App Navigation Google Maps Scout Samsung Apps Samsung Hub Use Samsung Hub WatchON Flipboard My Magazine Sprint TV & Movies Music Apps Google Play Music Music Sprint Music Plus...
Page 6 Google Play Movies & TV Google Play Books Google Play Games Google Play Newsstand Group Play Sprint Zone NextRadio Samsung Link Configure Samsung Link Settings Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device CBS Sports BaconReader 1Weather Web and Data Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network Data Services General Information (3G and 4G Networks) Your User Name Data Connection Status and Indicators Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Add a VPN Connect to a VPN Disconnect from a VPN Chrome Internet Camera and Video Camera Open the Camera Take a Picture Record Videos Camera Options Quick Camera Settings Advanced Camera Settings Gallery...
Page 7 View Photos and Videos Zoom In or Out on a Photo Working with Photos Share Photos and Videos Photos Story Album Video Tools and Calendar Action Memo Calendar Add an Event to the Calendar Event Alerts View Events Erase Events Calculator Clock Downloads Dropbox Download the Desktop Application Accessing Dropbox on Your Device Manually Uploading a Picture to Dropbox Google Drive Google Now Google Search Google Settings Google Voice Search Help KNOX My Files PEN.UP Polaris Office 5 Scrapbook S Health S Note S Translator SketchBook for Galaxy TripAdvisor...
Page 8 Lumen Toolbar Lookout Security Voice Services S Voice Voice Recorder Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On or Off The Bluetooth Settings Menu Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device Send Information Using Bluetooth Receive Information Using Bluetooth microSD Card Insert a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card View Memory Card Usage Format a Memory Card Unmount a Memory Card Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer System Updates Before Updating Your Firmware Update Your Phone Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service Access Sprint Worldwide Info from Your Phone Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account Your SIM Card Enable Global Roaming Mode Make and Receive Worldwide Calls Sprint International Voicemail Service Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use Access Your Voicemail Internationally International Voicemail Troubleshooting International Data Roaming Get Started With Sprint Worldwide Data Services Access Email and Data Services Internationally on GSM/UMTS Networks Access Email and Data Services Internationally on CDMA Networks...
Page 9 International Roaming Status Messages Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service Settings Wi-Fi Settings Turn Wi-Fi On or Off Configure Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi Direct Hotspot Turn Hotspot On or Off Configure Hotspot Allowed Devices for Hotspot Bluetooth Settings Tethering Airplane Mode Data Usage Location Settings More Networks Settings Default Messaging App Printing Mobile Networks Roaming Turn NFC On or Off Android Beam Tap and Pay S Beam Nearby Devices Screen Mirroring Sound Volume Vibration Intensity Ringtones Vibrations Default Notification Sound Vibrate When Ringing Dialing Keypad Tone viii...
Page 10 Touch Sounds Screen Lock Sound Haptic Feedback Emergency Tone Pen Attach/Detach Sound Samsung Applications Sound Settings Samsung Keyboard HDMI Audio Output Adapt Sound Display Settings Brightness Screen Timeout Touch Key Light Duration Screen Mode Reading Mode Auto Adjust Screen Tone Multi Window Daydream Auto Rotate Screen Show Battery Percentage Edit After Screen Capture LED Indicator Lock Screen Screen Lock Set a Swipe Screen Lock Set a Signature Screen Lock Set a Pattern Screen Lock Set a PIN Screen Lock Set a Password Screen Lock Wallpaper Font Notification Panel Settings Easy Mode Accessibility Call Settings Call Rejection Set Up Call Rejection Messages...
Page 11 Answering/Ending Calls Turn Off Screen During Calls Call Alerts Incoming Call Notifications Call Accessories Ringtones and Keypad Tones Personalize Call Sound Noise Reduction Increase Volume in Pocket US Dialing International Dialing TTY Mode Hearing Aids DTMF Tones Voicemail Settings Voice Privacy Blocking Mode Language and Input Choose a Default Language Set a Default Input Method Samsung Keyboard Settings Swype Settings Google Voice Typing Settings Handwriting Recognition Speech Settings Pointer Speed Voice Control Hands-Free Mode S Pen One-Handed Operation Air Gesture Settings Air View Air Command Motions Palm Motion Smart Screen Smart Stay...
Page 12 Smart Rotation Smart Pause Smart Scroll Auto-Adjust Touch Sensitivity Accounts Add an Account Configure Account Settings Cloud Backup and Reset Date and Time Accessory Application Manager Default Applications Battery Power Saving Mode Storage Security Encryption Passwords Device Administration Security Update Service Credential Storage Activate This Device System Update About Device Copyright Information Index...
Page 13: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Sprint service the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary features. Set Up Your Phone You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone. 1. Install the battery. Using the slot on the upper left side of the battery cover, gently lift the cover off the phone. Get Started...
Page 14 Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone, and gently press the battery into place. Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. 2. Plug the USB cable into the USB Charger/Accessory port on the bottom of the phone. 3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging Head into an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Note: Your phone supports USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, and includes a USB 3.0 cable for higher data transfer speeds when connected to another USB 3.0 device. You can also use USB 2.0 cables (not included) to charge and connect your phone. 4. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on. Get Started...
Page 15: Activate Your Phone
If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the setup application. If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information. Activate Your Phone Follow the instructions below to activate your phone, if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account. If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to activate automatically. When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation screen, which may be followed by software updates. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing number on your account (you’re swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your phone. Activate on your computer: Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your phone. Activate on your phone: Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process. To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211- 4727. Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock Key while the phone is being activated. Pressing the ...
Page 16: Set Up Voicemail
1. At the Welcome screen, follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup for each topic. Tap Next, or the right arrow, to move through the steps. You can skip options to continue to the next one. During setup, you may see these options: Language: Choose the default language for your phone’s operation. Accessibility: Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of your phone’s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing. Wi-Fi: By default, your phone prompts you to use Wi-Fi when accessing data services. Tap a Wi-Fi access point to connect to it, or you can continue setup using your phone’s connection to the wireless network. Samsung account: Some apps and features use your Samsung account. Sign in to your Samsung account, or follow the prompts to create a new account. Got Google?: Your phone uses your Google account to provide access to many features and apps. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google account, or sign up for a new Google account right from your phone. You can also skip signing in to your Google account, or sign in later. Google services: Select Google service preferences, including Backup, Location and Communication options. This phone belongs to: Enter your First and Last name, to personalize Google features and apps. Dropbox: Dropbox provides Web-based “cloud” storage, so you can save your photos and videos. You can create a new account here, or sign in to your existing Dropbox account. Device name: Your device name is how you and other devices identify your phone, such as ...
Page 17: Sprint Account Information And Help
For more information about voicemail, see Voicemail or Visual Voicemail. 1. Press Home and tap Phone. If your screen is locked, press the Power/Lock Key to turn on the display and then swipe your screen in any direction. See Turn Your Screen On and Off. 2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number. 3. Follow the system prompts to: Create your password. Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. Important: Voicemail Password – Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. Sprint Account Information and Help Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help. Sprint Account Passwords As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy. Account User Name and Password If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. (Click Sign in/Sign up and then click Sign up now! to get started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a ...
Page 18: Manage Your Account
Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone. Online: sprint.com/mysprint Access your account information. Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint service plan). View and pay your bill. Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment. Purchase accessories. Shop for the latest Sprint phones. View available Sprint service plans and options. Learn more about data services and other products like games, ring tones, screen savers, and more. From Your Sprint Phone 1. Press and then tap Phone. 2. Do any of the following: Tap t o access Sprint Zone and a summary of your Sprint service plan or to get answers to other questions.
Page 19 and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge. There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411, and you will be billed for airtime. Press Home and tap Phone, and then tap Sprint Operator Services Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. Press Home and tap Phone, and then tap For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at sprint.com/mysprint. Get Started...
Page 20: Phone Basics
Phone Basics Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your phone. Your Phone’s Layout This illustration outlines your phone’s basic features. LED indicator glows or blinks in different colors to show status when the screen is turned off. The LED glows red when charging, and blinks red when the battery is low; b links blue when a notification has arrived, or when you are recording voice; and glows green when the battery is fully charged and the phone is attached to a charger. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts during calls. Proximity and Light Sensors detect the presence of objects near the phone, such as when using air gesture or motion settings. For example, while talking on the phone the sensor detects when it’s near your ear and turns off the screen to prevent accidental key presses. Front Camera a llows you to take pictures and videos of yourself. Power/Lock Key lets you turn the phone on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the screen. Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the phone off or restart it, or for easy access to Airplane mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes. Phone Basics...
Page 21: Turn Your Phone On And Off
Back Key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the Notification panel, or onscreen keyboard. Home Key returns you to the home screen. Press and hold to open the recently used applications window, and access Task Manager and Google Search. Menu Key allows you to access a menu from most of your phone’s screens. Volume Key adjusts the volume of your phone’s sounds. From the home screen, press to adjust master volume. During calls or playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute the ringtone of an incoming call. Infrared transmitter allows you to control other devices, such as a TV, in conjunction with apps like WatchON. Microphones allow other callers to hear you when you are using the speakerphone, and capture sound during recording. 3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in either a stereo headset or an optional headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. Camera lets you take pictures and record videos. Flash helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is focusing and capturing a photo or video. USB Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the charger/USB 3.0 cable (included) and other optional accessories (not included). Speaker plays ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in ...
Page 22: Turn Your Screen On And Off
Turn Your Screen On and Off Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it. Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock Key. Pressing the Power/Lock Key again will turn on the screen and display the lock screen. To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen (times out) after a certain period of time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the phone’s screen is off. Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen Timeout. Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock Key. 2. Unlock the screen: If you are using the default screen lock, swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it. If you have set up a screen lock, use your screen lock. A screen lock protects your phone’s contents from unauthorized access. For more information about setting a screen lock, see Screen Lock. S Pen Overview Use S Pen and your device to create and collaborate. With S Pen, you can: Write directly into a Gmail message. Write directly on the calendar. Annotate documents (Word, Excel, PPT, PDF).
Page 23: S Pen Settings
S Pen Settings Configure S Pen settings, including options for gestures and sounds, and for tracking S Pen when it’s not stored in your device. To access S Pen Settings, tap > Settings > Controls > S Pen. Note: For more information about S Pen settings, see S Pen. Use S Pen There are several different functions you can perform by using the S Pen. Easy Clip Instantly outline and crop images on the screen, in any shape, to share or paste. You can edit the cropped content, or personalize it with your own handwriting. To use Easy Clip, press and hold the S Pen button, and then draw around the image you want to clip, making sure to close the shape. On the pop-up menu, tap the app you want to paste the image into. If you do nothing, the image is stored to Clipboard. Air Command Use Air Command to access special features. Hover S Pen over the screen, and then press the S Pen button. On the Air Command menu, tap a feature to launch it. Air Command features include: Action Memo: Use S Pen to create a memo. For more information about Action Memo, see Action Memo. Phone Basics...
Page 24 Scrapbooker: Select items, and then add them to your Scrapbook. Press the S Pen button, and then draw around an area of the screen, being sure to close the loop. You can select a scrapbook for the new item, or create a new scrapbook. Screen Write: Capture a screen shot, and then write on the image and save it as a new image. S Finder: Enter keywords or symbols, and then search for matches on your phone. Pen Window: Draw a window on the screen, and then choose an app to run in the window. Launch Action Memo Action Memo is an application that you can launch from any screen to take quick notes or jot down ideas. To open Action Memo, hold the S Pen button and double-tap the screen. Note: To find all your action memos, press and tap Apps > Samsung > Action memo Screen Capture Capture a screen, to share or save for later. After you capture a screen, you can use S Pen to write or draw a note on the screen. To take a screen capture, hold the S Pen button and press and hold the S Pen anywhere on the screen. Note: After you capture a screen, you can use S Pen to write or draw a note on the screen. Air View Air View delivers more functionality with less clicks, making you more productive. Hover S Pen over the screen to preview content, or view information about an item on the screen. For example: Hover over an email in a list to preview the message before opening it. Hover over a photo album to preview the contents, or see a picture enlarged. ...
Page 25: Air Gesture
Air Gesture When Air gesture is turned On, you can control your phone by making specific gestures with your hand above the Gesture sensor, located near the Earpiece at the top of your phone’s screen. The Air gesture icon displays in the Status bar when you have Air gesture option turned On, and the current app supports Air gestures. Air gestures include: Quick glance: When On, you can reach toward the device with the screen off to see important information at a glance. Air jump: When On, you can scroll the body of email messages in screen-sized jumps. Air browse: When On, you can move between pictures, pages, or music tracks. Air call-accept: When On, you can wave your hand over the screen to answer incoming calls. Note: To learn about Air Gesture, or to configure options, press and tap > Settings > Controls > Air gesture. For more information, see Air Gesture Settings. Motion Gestures Control your phone with natural movements, like putting the device to your ear to call a contact displayed on the screen, or covering the screen with your hand to mute an incoming call. Phone Motions Use Motions to control your phone by moving it in specific ways. Available motions include: Direct call: When On, you can lift the device to your ear while viewing a contact to call the contact. Smart alert: When On, you can lift the phone to receive notifications of missed calls and notifications that occurred while the device was stationary.
Page 26: Palm Motions
Note: To learn about Motions, or to configure options, press and tap > Settings > Controls > Motions. For more information, see Motions. Palm Motions Use Palm motions to control your device with the palm or side of your hand. Palm motions include: Capture screen: When On, you can save a copy of the current screen to the clipboard by swiping the side of your hand across the screen. Mute/pause: When On, you can mute incoming calls and pause playback by covering the screen with your hand. Note: To learn about Palm motions, or to configure options, press and tap > Settings > Controls > Palm motion. For more information, see Palm Motion. Smart Screen Smart screen features allow you to have your phone automatically adjust screen timeout, rotation when it detects you are looking at the screen, and control scrolling and playback based whether you are facing the screen. Smart screen features include: Smart stay: The screen will not time out as long as you are looking at it. Smart rotation: The screen automatically updates to match the angle at which you are viewing Smart pause: The screen automatically pauses video playback when you look away from the screen. Smart scroll: The screen will scroll according to the tilt of the phone or your face. Smart screen uses the front camera to detect when you are facing the screen. Some factors that may affect the ability of the front camera to detect your face are: ...
Page 27: Air View
Air View Air view allows you to hover your finger, or S Pen, over items on the screen to display more information. In Air view settings, you can choose whether your phone recognizes your finger or S Pen for these features, or detects either automatically. Air View Pen Options Use Air view pen options to choose what is displayed when you hover S Pen over items on the screen. Information preview: Hover over items to display information previews, extended text, or enlarged images, depending on the type of item. Progress preview: Hover over a progress bar, such as for video playback, to display a scene preview or elapsed playback time. Speed dial preview: Hover over a speed dial to display the name of the contact assigned to the speed dial. Icon labels: Hover over an app icon to display the app name. List scrolling: Hover over the edge of the screen to scroll up or down a list of items. Note: To learn about Air view pen features, and configure options, press and tap > Settings > Controls > Air view > Air view pen options. For more information, see Air View. Air View Finger Options Use Air view finger options to choose what is displayed when you hover your finger over items on the ...
Page 28: Voice Control
Voice Control Use spoken commands to control and interact with your phone. Voice control options include: Incoming calls: When enabled, you can answer or reject calls with the voice commands “Answer” and “Reject”. When you answer a call with the voice command, the Speaker will automatically be turned on for hands-free talking. Alarm: When enabled, you can stop or snooze alarms with the voice commands “Stop” and “Snooze”. Camera: When enabled, you can take pictures with the voice commands “Smile”, “Cheese”, “Capture” and “Shoot”. Music: When enabled, you can control the music player with the voice commands “Next”, “Previous”, “Pause”, “Play”, “Volume Up”, and “Volume Down”. Configure Voice Control Enable Voice control features, and learn about using them. Press and tap > Settings > Controls > Voice control. Multi Window Multi Window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Enable Multi Window Before using Multi window, turn the option On in the Display settings. When Multi window is turned On, you can launch it from any screen by holding the Back Key. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Multi window to turn Multi window On or Off. Note: You can also enable or disable Multi window from the Notification panel. Sweep your finger ...
Page 29: Touch Gestures
When Multi Window is enabled and displayed, it appears on the left side of the screen by default. You can drag the tab along the side of the screen, or tap the tab to open Multi Window, and then drag Multi window to another edge of the screen (top, bottom, or side). Touch and hold the Back Key. Work With Multi Window After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run two apps at the same time. You can launch apps from Multi window, or drag an app to the screen to run multiple apps at the same time. The apps display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen. You can also use these Multi Window options: Launch Multiple Apps: When you drag an app from Multi window on top of an open app, both apps display in a split window. While using one app, touch the tab to display Multi Window, and then touch and drag an app to the screen. Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window: While using Multi Window, you can adjust the size of the two apps on the screen. Touch and drag to a new position. Drag content from one app to the other: In selected apps, you can you can drag text or images between apps.
Page 30 When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger. Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Phone Basics...
Page 31 Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Phone Basics...
Page 32 Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list. Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. Phone Basics...
Page 33 Note: You can control screen rotation with the Auto-rotate screen setting. To make this selection, press and then tap > Settings > Device > Display > Auto rotate screen. See Auto Rotate Screen for more information. Pinch and Spread “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Phone Basics...
Page 34: Your Home Screen
Tip: Pinching any home screen will let you see thumbnails of all seven home screens. Tap a thumbnail to go straight to another home screen. Your Home Screen The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional screens. Note: You can keep swiping in one direction to move through all the home screens, back to the home screen. The indicators above the primary app icons let you know your current screen position. Tip: Press to return to the main home screen from any other screen. Create Shortcuts Learn how to add, move, or remove items from the home screen. Add Shortcuts from the Applications Menu 1. Press to display the main home screen, and then swipe left or right to navigate to the desired screen. 2. Tap Apps to display applications, and then scroll to locate your desired application. 3. Touch and hold the application icon, and then drag it to a position on the home screen. 4. Release the shortcut to place it on the screen. Phone Basics...
Page 35: Add And Remove Primary Shortcuts
Add Shortcuts from the Home Screen 1. Press to display the main home screen, and then swipe left or right to navigate to the desired screen. 2. Touch and hold an empty area of the home screen, and then tap Apps and widgets. 3. Touch and hold the application icon, and then drag it to a position on the home screen. 4. Release the shortcut to place it on the screen. Remove a Shortcut 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut to unlock it from its location on the current screen. 3. Drag the icon to the Remove icon and release it. As you place the shortcut into the Trash, both items turn red. Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the application, it simply removes the shortcut from the home screen. Add and Remove Primary Shortcuts Primary shortcuts appear at the bottom of the main home screen by default (Phone, Contacts, Messages, Internet, and Apps). You can change any of your primary shortcuts, except the Apps shortcut. You can also replace a primary shortcut with a folder. Note: Before replacing a primary shortcut, you must first add the replacement shortcut to the Home Screen. For more information, see Create Shortcuts. Add Primary Shortcuts 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Scroll the home screen to find the shortcut or folder you want to add as the new primary shortcut. 3. ...
Page 36: Add And Remove Widgets
3. Scroll the home screen to find the shortcut or folder you want to add as the new primary shortcut. 4. Touch and hold the new shortcut or folder, and then drag it to the empty space in the row of primary shortcuts. The new primary shortcut will now appear on all home screens. Move a Primary Shortcut to the Home Screen 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Touch and hold the primary shortcut you want to move, and then drag it to an empty space on any home screen. Deleting Primary Shortcuts 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Touch and hold the primary shortcut you want to delete and then drag it to the Remove icon. As you place the shortcut into the Trash, both items turn red. Add and Remove Widgets Widgets are self-contained applications that reside either in your Widgets tab or on the main or extended home screens. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget appears as an onscreen application. Widgets ® can include Contacts shortcuts, bookmarks, Facebook status windows, Gmail and email accounts, and many other types of apps. Add a Widget 1. Press to display the main home screen, and then navigate to the desired screen. 2. Touch and hold an empty area of the home screen, and then tap Apps and widgets > Widgets. 3. Touch and hold a widget, and then drag it to a position on the home screen. 4. ...
Page 37: Extended Home Screens
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it simply removes the widget from the current screen. Extended Home Screens In addition to the main home screen, your phone has up to six extended home screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Touch and hold the icon or widget and then drag across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen. Note: You can have up to seven screens, including the main home screen. Add a Home Screen 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Pinch the screen to display home screen options. 3. Tap + to add a home screen. Tip: You can also add a home screen directly from another home screen. Touch and hold an empty area and then tap Page to add a screen. Remove a Home Screen 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Pinch the screen to display home screen options. 3. Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag it to the Trash. Change the Order of Home Screens 1. Press to display the main home screen. 2. Pinch the screen to display home screen options. 3. Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag it to a new position. Recent Applications You can access recently-used applications through a display of shortcuts to the applications themselves. 1. Press and hold from any screen to display recently used applications.
Page 38: Status Bar And Notification Panel
Status Bar and Notification Panel The Status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view notifications, open the Notification panel b y touching and holding the Status bar and dragging it down. Status Icons Icon Description ® Bluetooth is On ® Bluetooth paired ® Wi-Fi active Smart screen enabled Air gesture enabled Vibrate Mute Speakerphone Active Network (full signal) Network (roaming) 3G (data service) 4G (data service) Airplane Mode Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Notification Icons Icon Description Missed call Phone Basics...
Page 39: Quick Settings
Icon Description New email New Gmail New message New voicemail Event USB connection Updates available Downloading Keyboard active Quick Settings Use Quick settings at the top of the Notification panel to control popular settings. Swipe your finger down from the Status bar at the top of the screen to display Notifications, and then tap a setting to turn the feature On or Off. Slide your finger right and left across the settings to see all the options. Tap at the top of the Notification panel to display more Quick settings. Notification Panel Settings From the Notification panel, you can select which features are available in the Notification panel, including brightness adjustment and Quick setting options. 1. Swipe your finger down from the Status bar at the top of the screen to display Notifications. 2. Tap Quick settings > Edit. To replace settings, touch and hold on a button, and drag it to a new position. You can drag buttons from the Available buttons area of the screen to a position in the Notification panel area, or from the Notification panel area to the Available buttons. To select whether or not to select brightness adjustment options from the Notification panel, check or uncheck the Brightness adjustment check box.
Page 40: Enter Text
Enter Text You can type on your device using the available touchscreen QWERTY keyboard, or by speaking your inputs. Text Input Methods Your device offers several text input methods. Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. Samsung keyboard allows you to enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to common words so you can select a word to insert it into your text. Swype lets you enter words by swiping across the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of tapping each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also tap letters to enter words. Select a Default Text Input Method You can select a default Text Input Method from Settings, or choose on at any time while entering text. From Settings: Press and tap > Settings > Controls > Language and input > Default. While entering text: 1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification panel.
Page 41: Samsung Keyboard
Note: Select a language by tapping the current language displayed in the Listening area. Tap Add more languages to assign a new language via the Google voice typing menu. Removing the check mark from the Automatic field allows you to select additional languages. Configure Google Voice Typing Press and tap > Settings > Controls > Language and input, and then tap beside Google voice typing. Samsung Keyboard With Samsung Keyboard, it's easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers. Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification panel, and then tap Select input method > Samsung keyboard. 2. Tap keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold to delete a whole word or field. Tap once to capitalize the first letter of a word. Tap twice to switch to all capitals. Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard, to enter symbols. There are two symbol keyboards.
Page 42: Swype
Note: For more information about Samsung Keyboard settings, see Samsung Keyboard Settings. Swype Swype lets you enter words by tracing over the letters on the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of tapping each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also tap letters to enter words. Swype provides next-letter prediction and regional error correction, which can compensate for tapping the wrong keys on the virtual QWERTY keyboards. Note: The first time you use Swype, you’ll see an onscreen tutorial. Follow the prompts to see helpful tips on using Swype. Use Swype to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification panel, and then tap Select input method > Swype. 2. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form a word. As you swipe over letters, words matching your pattern display at the top of the Swype keyboard. To enter a word, lift your finger, or tap a word at the top of the keyboard. 3. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete a single character. Touch and hold to delete an entire word or field. By default, Swype starts with a capital at the beginning of text. Tap to start with a capital letter, or tap twice to enter all capitals. Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard, and then tap keys to enter symbols. Configure Swype Press and tap > Settings > Controls > Language and input, and then tap ...
Page 43: Tips For Editing Text
Tips for Editing Text These tips allow you to cut or copy selected text and paste it into a separate selected area. 1. In a text entry field, double-tap the text. 2. Touch and drag the sliders to highlight and select the desired text. 3. Tap an onscreen option from the Edit text menu bar. You can drag your finger along the menu bar to see all the options: Select all: Highlights all the text in the field. Cut: Removes the selected text and saves it to the clipboard. Copy: Copies the selected text to the clipboard. Translate: Launch S Translator to translate the selected text. (This option appears if you have downloaded and installed the S Translator app from the Samsung group of apps.) Paste: Insert the last copied or cut text into the current field. Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text. Phone Basics...
Page 44: Phone Calls
Phone Calls With the Sprint National Network and your phone’s calling features, you can enjoy clear phone calls across the country. Make Phone Calls There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone. Call Using the Keypad The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s keypad. 1. Press and tap Phone. If you don’t see the keypad, tap the Keypad tab to display it. 2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number. As you enter digits, contacts with matching numbers display. If you see the number you want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number. 3. Tap to call the number. 4. To end the call, tap Options While Dialing While dialing a call with the keypad, tap for these options: Send message: Send a text message to the number you dialed. Add to contacts: Save the number to a new contact, or update an existing contact. See Add a Contact for more information. ...
Page 45: Call From Logs
Call settings: Configure call settings. For more information, see Call Settings. Help: Learn about using the Phone app. Call from Logs All incoming, outgoing and missed calls are recorded in Logs. You can place a call to numbers or contacts that display in this area. 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap the Logs tab. A list of recent calls displays. 3. Tap a recent call, and then tap to dial the call. Tip: You can also swipe the entry from left to right to place a call, or from right to left to send a message. Call from Contacts You can place calls directly from your Contacts list using either of the following procedures. Note: You can also access Contacts from the Phone app. Tap Phone, and then tap the Contacts tab. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact and then tap beside a number to dial the call. – or – Swipe your finger across the contact from left to right. Call a Number in a Text Message While viewing a text message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message.
Page 46: Call A Number In An Email Message
Call a Number in an Email Message While viewing an email or Gmail message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message. 1. Press and tap > Email. – or – Press and tap > Google > Gmail. 2. Open the message with the phone number and then tap the phone number. 3. The Phone screen displays, with the phone number automatically entered and ready to be dialed. To place the call, tap Call Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if the phone’s screen is locked or your account is restricted. Note: To call the 9-1-1 emergency number when the phone’s screen is locked, press to turn the screen on, and then touch Emergency call at the bottom of the lock screen. 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap ...
Page 47: Receive Phone Calls
Receive Phone Calls When you receive a phone call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive a phone call from someone who is not stored in Contacts, only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on the Incoming call screen. Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail. Answer an Incoming Call The following procedure shows you how to answer an incoming call. When the call comes in, touch and slide to the right to answer the call. Mute the Ringing Sound You can mute the ringtone without rejecting the call by doing either of the following. Press the Volume Key down. Place the phone face down on a level surface. See Phone Motions for options, including the Mute/pause Motion to mute incoming calls by turning over the phone. Reject an Incoming Call The following procedure shows you how to reject an incoming call. When the call comes in, touch and slide to the left. Reject a Call with a Text Message You can automatically reject an incoming call by sending a text message to the caller.
Page 48: Voicemail
Voicemail The following topics outline your phone’s voicemail service. Note: Your phone also supports the Visual Voicemail app. For information on setting up and using Visual Voicemail, see Visual Voicemail. Voicemail Setup You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. For information on setting up your voicemail, see Set Up Voicemail. Tip: For information on using the Visual Voicemail app, see Visual Voicemail. Voicemail Notification There are a couple of different ways your phone alerts you to a new voicemail message. By sounding the assigned ringer type. By displaying in the Notifications area of the Status bar when a new voicemail message is received. Note: When you are roaming off the network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. It is recommended that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your wireless phone number. When your voicemail answers, touch and enter your password. Roaming rates apply when you access voicemail while roaming off the network. Note: Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, your phone notifies you of new messages only when it is turned on and you are in a network service area. Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your wireless phone (using either traditional voicemail or Visual Voicemail) or from any other touch-tone phone. Note: You are charged for airtime minutes when you access voicemail from your wireless phone. Use Traditional Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. Press and tap Phone.
Page 49: Visual Voicemail
2. Press and hold 3. Follow the system prompts to enter your voicemail password and manage voicemail. Note: You can also access Visual Voicemail from the Phone keypad by tapping Use Visual Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. Press and tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Touch an entry to listen to the message. Use Another Phone to Access Messages 1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. When your voicemail answers, press the asterisk key on the phone (*). 3. Enter your password. Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now you can find exactly the message you are looking for without having to listen to every voicemail message first. This new feature periodically goes out to your voicemail, and gathers the caller information from all of the current voicemails. It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of time and priority level of the voicemail message. 1. Press and tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Follow the prompts to set up an account and learn about using Visual Voicemail. Note: You can also access Visual Voicemail from the Phone keypad by tapping Set Up Visual Voicemail Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail. ...
Page 50: Review Visual Voicemail
Create a password (part of standard voicemail). Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. Important: Voicemail Password – It is strongly recommended that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. 3. Touch the Welcome to Voicemail message on the screen to play a brief explanation of the voicemail services. Review Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review. 1. Press and tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Touch a message to review it. Tip: There are several icons at the bottom of the review screen for maintenance, storage, messaging, and other options. For an explanation of all your options, touch > Help. Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages When you are done listening to a voicemail message you can easily access other voicemail messages without returning to the main voicemail screen. 1. Listen to the current voicemail message. 2. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message. (It will begin playing automatically.) You can navigate through voicemail messages as frequently as you'd like. You can even move to the ...
Page 51: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
Call: Return the call. Share: Send the message via Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth share, Dropbox, Scrapbook, Messages, Gmail, Email, Voicemail, S Note, Hangouts, Google+, or Flipboard. Delete: Erase the selected message(s) from your Visual Voicemail. Reply: Respond to the message via text or voice message. Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more. 1. Press and tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Touch > Settings. Select an option to change its settings. Note: Voicemail settings can also be accessed by pressing and tapping > Settings > Device > Call > Voicemail settings. Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu.
Page 52: Phone Call Options
3. Touch the existing identification field and enter a new identifying name or number (used to identify you to recipients of your voice messages). 4. Touch OK to save your information. Phone Call Options Your phone application provides many useful features and options to help you make the most of your calling experience. Options While on a Call While you’re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options. Touch an option to select it. 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. During a call, you have these on-screen options: Add call/Merge: Tap Add call to dial a new phone number, to set up a multi-party call (up to 3 participants, including yourself). After establishing the new call, tap Merge to merge the calls into one multi-party call. Keypad/Hide: Display or hide the keypad. End call: End the current call. Speaker: Switch the call’s audio between the phone’s speaker (Speaker On), or the Earpiece (Speaker Off). In either mode, you can adjust the call volume with the Volume Key. Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear when using the Speaker for call audio. Mute/Unmute: Switch the microphone On or Off, to control whether the other parties on the call can hear you or any background sounds.
Page 53: Caller Id
with one hand. Caller ID Caller ID identifies a caller while the phone is ringing, by displaying the number of the incoming call. You can block your Caller ID (visible to others when you make a call), before making a call. The blocking only lasts for that call, and then returns to regular Caller ID. To permanently block your number, you must call Sprint Customer Service. 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap , and then enter a phone number. 3. Tap Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding a tone. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: 1. Slide to the right. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.) 2. To switch back to the first caller, tap Swap. Note: For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call Waiting by pressing before placing your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated when you end the call. Conference Calling With Conference calling, also known as 3-way calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. 1. ...
Page 54: Call Forwarding
4. When you’re connected to the second party, tap Merge. If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected. 5. To end the conference call, tap Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when you have Call Forwarding is activated. Note: You are charged a higher rate for forwarded calls. To activate Call Forwarding: 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap 3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded. 4. Tap . (You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding.) To deactivate Call Forwarding: 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap 3. Tap . (You will hear a tone to confirm the deactivation.) Speed Dials You can assign Speed dials to Contacts, to make dialing easier. ...
Page 55: Logs
Remove Speed Dials 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap > Speed dial setting. 3. Tap > Remove, and then tap the X beside the speed dials you want to remove. 4. Tap Done when you’re finished. Replace Speed Dials 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap > Speed dial setting. 3. Touch and hold an entry, and then tap Replace from the popup menu. 4. Select a contact to replace the Speed dial. Change Order of Speed Dials 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap > Speed dial setting. 3. Tap > Change order, and then tap an entry to highlight it.
Page 56: Logs Options
1. Press and tap Phone > Logs. 2. To choose logs to display, tap > View, and then tap All calls, Missed calls, Dialed calls, Received calls, or Rejected calls. Logs Options The following procedures will guide you through accessing and understanding your call log options. 1. Press and tap Phone > Logs. 2. Touch and hold a call to display the options list. Copy to dialing screen: Copy the number from the log to the phone keypad, to call the number. Add to contacts/View contact: Add the number to a contact, or view the contact, if this number is already saved to a contact. Send number: Send the number in a text message. Add to reject list: Add the number to the list of calls to be rejected. ...
Page 57: Contacts
Get Started With Contacts Before using Contacts, it’s best to learn a few basics. You can create a Google contact, a phone contact, or a Corporate (Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync) contact. Google contacts are synchronized between your phone and a Google account you set up on your phone. If you have multiple Google accounts set up on your phone, you’ll need to select an account when adding a contact. Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync contacts are synchronized between your phone and an ® ® Exchange Server or Microsoft Outlook account set up on your phone. Samsung account contacts are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account, if you have a Samsung account set up on your phone. Device contacts are stored locally on the phone. Note: If the phone is ever reset to its factory parameters, contacts stored only on the device will be lost. Access Contacts There are a few ways to display Contacts. Press and tap Contacts. – or – Press and tap Phone, and then tap the Contacts tab.
Page 58: Add A Contact
Delete: Select contacts to erase. Business cards: View and capture contact information from business cards. You can take a picture of a business card, and your phone will read contact information from the picture to create a contact or update a contact. Import/Export: Import or export contacts from the phone’s memory (USB storage), or from an optional, installed memory card (SD card, not included). You might have contacts stored in phone memory or on a memory card if you are moving from and old phone, or if you received them via Bluetooth from another device. Share namecard via: Choose contacts to share as namecards (vcards). Not all other devices support the use of vcards. Merge accounts: Combine device contacts with a Google or Samsung account. Accounts: Access an account that is set up on your phone, or set up a new account. Speed dial setting: Assign Speed dials to a contacts. Send message/email: Create a new text message or email, and select contacts as recipients. Contacts to display: Allows you choose contacts to display, from accounts set up on your phone, or other sources. Settings: Configure contact options, including whether to show only contacts with phone numbers and whether to list or display by first name or last name. There is also an option to specify how contacts are transferred to another device, either individually or as a full group. For more information, see Contacts Settings.
Page 59: Save A Phone Number To A Contact
Tap to assign a picture to the new entry: Image: Choose a picture from Gallery. Pictures by people: Choose pictures by tags. Take picture: Take a new picture with Camera. S Note: Choose an image from S Note. Tap the Name field and use the onscreen keyboard to enter the full name. Tap beside the Name field to display additional fields. Tap the Phone number field, and then enter the phone number. Tap to add another Phone number. Tap , and then choose a label for the number. Tap the Email address field, and then enter an email address. Tap to add another Email address. Tap , and then choose a label for the address Tap Groups to assign the contact to a group. Tap Ringtone to choose a ringtone to play for calls from the contact. Tap Message alert to choose a ringtone to play for new messages from the contact. Tap Vibration pattern to choose a vibration to play for new calls or messages from the contact.
Page 60: Edit A Contact
Edit a Contact Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more. Add or Edit Information for a Contact You can modify existing contact information to keep your information up-to-date. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap > Edit. 3. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact. 4. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save. Assign a Picture to a Contact Adding a picture to a contact creates a more personal and easily recognized entry. For example, when you receive a call from a contact, the picture will display. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap > Edit. 3. Tap , or the currently assigned picture, and then choose an option: ...
Page 61: Link A Contact
1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it. 3. Tap the Ringtone field and choose a ringtone. You can choose a ringtone preloaded on your phone, or tap Add to choose a sound from Music. 4. Tap OK to assign the ringtone. Link a Contact When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, phone, Facebook, etc.), you may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. In Contacts, you can link multiple entries to display them as a single contact. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it. 3. Tap > Link another contact. – or – Tap > Link contact. 4. Tap another contact to link it to the original contact. Note: You can link up to five contacts in a single entry. Delete a Contact You can delete a contact from the contacts details page. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 62: Add Contacts To Favorites
Add Contacts to Favorites The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts entries. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Touch a contact to display it, and then touch to designate it as a favorite. Create Groups This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a call group. This group can be one of the already present groups (Family, Friends, or Work) or a group you create. Create a New Group 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap > Create. 3. Tap fields to enter information about the group: Tap Group name to enter a name for the new group. Tap Group ringtone to select a ringtone for notifications for incoming calls from group members. Tap Message alert to select a ringtone for notifications for new messages from group members. Tap Vibration pattern to select a vibration pattern for alerts to incoming calls or messages from group members.
Page 63: Share A Contact
4. From the list of contacts, tap the contact(s) you want to add. (A green check-mark appears beside the selected entries.) 5. Tap Done > Save. Send a Message to a Group 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group. 3. Tap > Send message. 4. Select the recipients of the new message (indicated by a green checkmark) and then tap Done. 5. Type your message, and then tap Send an Email or Gmail to a Group 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group. 3. Tap > Send email. 4. Select the recipients of the new message (indicated by a green checkmark) and then tap Done. 5. Choose Email or Gmail. 6. Follow the prompts to compose and send the message. Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messages, or Wi-Fi Direct.
Page 64: Contacts Settings
Gmail: Send the information as a Gmail attachment. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Send a Gmail Message for details. Messages: Attach the contact to a message (converts the message to MMS). For more information on text Messages, see Text and Multimedia Messaging. Wi-Fi Direct: Transfer the contact via a peer-to-peer Wi-Fi connection. Contacts Settings Use Contacts Settings to customize the way contacts are displayed and shared. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap > Settings for these options: Only contacts with phones: When enabled, only contacts with at least one phone number stored will display in Contacts. List by: Choose how contacts are listed, by First name or Last name, in alphabetical order. Display contacts by: Choose how contacts display, with First name first, or Last name first. Contact sharing settings: When sending namecards, you can select how they are transferred. Tap Settings, and then choose an option: Sending all namecards: You can send all namecards together, to reduce transmission time. Not all devices support this type of sending. If the target device does not support ...
Page 65: Accounts And Messaging
Accounts and Messaging With Sprint service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangout, and the Google Play Store, require a Google account. To use these apps on your phone, you must set up your Google account on your phone. Setting up your account on your phone syncs your phone and your online Google account. For more information about Google accounts, visit google.com. Create a Google Account If you do not already have a Google account, you can create one from your phone. Note: Although you need a Google account to use certain features of your phone, such as Google Play, you do not need to use Gmail as the default email account for your phone. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Google > New. 3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account. Sign In to Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 66: Send A Gmail Message
5. Tap the Compose email field and compose your email. To add an attachment, tap > Attach picture or Attach video. 6. To send the message, tap To save the current email as a draft, tap > Save draft. To view your draft email messages, from the Inbox, tap the menu at the top of the screen, and then tap Drafts. To delete the current email message, tap > Discard. Samsung Account Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, WatchON, and much more. When you sign in to your Samsung account on your phone, you can access Samsung-specific content and features from your phone. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account >Samsung account, and then tap Sign in or Create new account. 3. Follow the prompts to sign into your account, or create a new account. Note: Tap Help for more information about Samsung accounts, or for help with your account. Accounts and Messaging...
Page 67: Email
Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts. You can also access your Exchange ActiveSync email on your phone. Add an Email Account Email allows you to send and receive email using various email services. You can also receive text message alerts when you receive an important email. Note: You can also add email accounts from Settings. Press and tap > Settings > General > Accounts > Add account > Email. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. If this is the first Email account you are setting up on your phone, enter your email address and password. To see your password as you enter it, tap Show password. – or – If you already have Email account(s) set up on your phone, tap > Settings > Add account. 3. Tap Next to start automatic email setup. If you need to configure custom settings, tap Manual setup and then enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc. 4. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 5. Tap Done to complete setup. Important: If your phone does not recognize the type of account you want to set up, you will be prompted to enter more details. You may need to consult the account administrator for some information, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you set up the account.
Page 68: Compose And Send Email
Important: Before setting up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account, contact your company’s Exchange Server administrator for information you’ll need while setting up the account. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. 3. Enter your email address and password. To see your password as you enter it, tap Show password. 4. Tap Manual setup and then enter your settings. You may need to consult your network administrator for this information: Domain\Username: Enter your network domain and username, separated by “\”. Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive). Exchange Server: Enter your system’s Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator. Use secure connection (SSL): Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires SSL encryption. Use client certification: Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires certification. 5. ...
Page 69: Reply Or Forward Email
Tap the text entry field and compose your email. To add an attachment, tap . Choose from the following: My Files, Images, Take picture, Video, Record video, Audio, Record audio, S Note, Calendar, Contacts, or Location. Tap for more options, including Send email to myself, Scheduled email, Priority, Tracking options, and Security options. 4. To send the message, tap Reply or Forward Email Reading and replying to email on your phone is as simple as on your computer. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. On the email account Inbox, tap a message to view it. 3. Tap (Reply), (Reply all) to reply to the original recipient list, or tap (Forward) to ...
Page 70: Email Settings
If you are already in an email account, tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the complete email account list page. Select an available email account. 3. Tap Sync. Sort Email Messages 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. On the email account Inbox, tap > Sort by. 3. Select an option to sort email messages. Delete Email Messages 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap the check boxes beside emails you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete, and then tap Delete to confirm. Email Settings You can edit general preferences, which apply to all email accounts, or configure settings for specific email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account. Edit General Preferences 1. Press and tap ...
Page 71 Priority senders: Maintain a list of email addresses to ensure that emails from the addresses receive priority handling. Spam addresses: Create a list of email addresses and domains, to block emails from these senders. Rules for filtering: Set filters and manage filtered email. Split view mode: Split view divides the screen in half when the phone is in landscape orientation, and displays the inbox on one side and email contents on the other side. Edit Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap > Settings, and then tap an account to configure settings: Sync settings: Configure settings for synchronizing email for this account between your phone and the server. Sync Email: When enabled, your phone maintains synchronization with your email account. The last synchronization is displayed. Sync schedule: Set options for synchronizing your phone with your email account. Available when Sync Email is enabled.
Page 72 Select ringtone: Choose a ringtone to play for new email notifications. Vibrate: When enabled, vibration plays for new email notifications. More settings: Configure other options, including the account name, carbon copy and blind carbon copy, synchronization, and security options. Account name: Enter a name to identify this email account. Your name: Enter a name, for recipients to see when you send emails. Always Cc/Bcc myself: Choose options for sending a copy of emails you send to yourself, as a copy (Cc) or blind copy (Bcc). Show images: When enabled, images in emails will be displayed automatically. Forward with attachments: Choose whether to automatically include attachments when forwarding an email. Auto download attachments: Choose whether the phone automatically downloads email attachments when you are connected to Wi-Fi. You might use this option to control how and whether you use your plan’s data services to download attachments. Auto resend times: Choose the number of times the phone attempts to resend an email after a delivery failure. Incoming settings: Configure settings, including your email account password.
Page 73: Delete An Email Account
Conversation view filter: Display emails that are related in a conversation view. Exchange server settings: Configure the Domain\user name, Password, and other Exchange server settings. Delete an Email Account If you no longer want an email account on your phone, you can remove it. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap > Settings > Account settings and then tap 3. Tap an account to mark it for deletion. 4. Tap Delete, and then tap OK to delete the account. Text and Multimedia Messages With Text Messages (SMS), you can send and receive text messages between your phone and another phone that supports Messages. Multimedia Messages, (MMS), can contain text and pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files, picture slideshows, contact namecards (vCard), or calendar events (vCalendar). See your service plan for applicable charges for Messages. Send a Text Message (SMS) Quickly compose and sent text messages on your phone.
Page 74: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) text and pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files, picture slideshows, contact namecards (vCard), or calendar events (vCalendar). Composing MMS messages is the same as composing text messages, except that you attach a file to the message. 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. Tap 3. Tap Enter recipient or Contacts, and then enter a contact name, mobile phone number, or an email address using the onscreen keyboard. As you enter letters, possible matches from your accounts and contacts display on the screen. Touch a match to add it to the message. 4. Tap Enter message and enter your message. 5. To add an attachment, tap , and then select a file to attach: Image: Choose a picture from Gallery. Take a picture: Launch the Camera to take a photo, and then add it to your message by tapping Save. Video: Choose a video from Gallery. Record video: Launch the Camera to record a video, and then add it to your message by tapping Save.
Page 75: Save And Resume A Draft Message
Save and Resume a Draft Message If you tap while composing a text or multimedia message, or leave the Messages screen, the message is automatically saved as a draft. To resume composing a Draft message: 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. On the Messages screen, tap the message marked Draft. 3. When you finish editing the message, tap New Messages Notification Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the message briefly in the Status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification for new text and multimedia messages, see Messages Settings for details. When you receive a new message, an icon displays in the Status bar, and the Messages app icon also displays the number of new messages. To open the message, slide your finger down from the Status bar to open the Notification panel, and then tap the new message. For information on reading and replying to messages see Managing Message Conversations. Managing Message Conversations Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped into conversations or message threads in the All messages screen. Threaded text or multimedia messages let you see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the screen. Read a Text Message On the Messages screen, tap the text message or message thread to open and read it.
Page 76 If a message contains a link to a Web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in the Web browser. If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to dial the number or add it to your contacts. View a Multimedia Message (MMS) 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. From the message list, tap a message to display it. 3. While the message is open, tap the play icon (on a video or audio file) to play back the file or tap an image to view a picture. Note: The file attachment on the MMS message can be saved, either to an optional installed memory card (not included), or to the phone’s memory. Touch and hold on the attachment, and then tap Save attachment. Select the attachment check box and tap Save. Reply To a Message 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. From the message list, tap a message. 3. Tap the Enter message field and then type your reply message. 4. Once complete, tap Protect a Message From Deletion You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted, even if you delete the other messages in the conversation. 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. On the Messages screen, tap a message thread. 3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock. 4. ...
Page 77: Messages Settings
Delete Multiple Message Threads 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. Tap > Delete threads. 3. Select the message threads you want to delete and then tap Delete. 4. Follow the prompts to confirm the deletion. Note: Locked messages will not be deleted, unless you select the Include protected messages check box before confirming the deletion. Delete a Single Message 1. Press and tap Messages. 2. While viewing a message thread, touch and hold the message that you want to delete. Note: If the message is locked, tap Unlock on the Message options menu and then touch and hold the message to display the options menu again. 3. Tap Delete on the options menu, and then follow the prompts to confirm the deletion. View Contact Details and Communicate With a Contact When you receive a message from someone in your stored contacts, you can tap the contact’s photo or icon in the message thread to open a menu of options. Depending on the stored contact information, you can view the contact details, phone, or send an email message to the contact, and more. Messages Settings Use Messages settings to configure options for your text and multimedia messages, including message limits, size settings, and notifications. Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messages (for example, Google ...
Page 78 General: Delete old messages: Choose whether to automatically delete the oldest messages when the maximum number of messages is reached. Set the maximum number of messages with the Text message limit and Multimedia message limit settings below. Text message limit: Set the maximum number of text messages per conversation. Multimedia message limit: Set the maximum number of multimedia messages per conversation. Text template: Create and manage text phrases that you can add to messages. Bubble style: Choose how messages appear on the screen. Bubbles are the boxes that surround each message. Background style: Choose the background of the message screen. Split view: When enabled, Split view divides the screen in half when the phone is in landscape orientation, and displays the message thread on one side and message contents on the other side. Use the volume key: When enabled, you can adjust the text size while reading a message by pressing the Volume Key up or down. Add signature: When enabled, a text signature is automatically added to messages you send. ...
Page 79: Social Networking Accounts
when you add an attachment or subject to a message. More: Notifications: When enabled, notifications for new messages display in the Status bar. Select ringtone: Choose the ringtone for new message notifications. Vibrate: When enabled, a vibration plays along with the ringtone for new message notifications. Message alert repetition: Choose how often your phone notifies you of new message (s). Preview message: When enabled, a preview of a new message appears in the Status bar with the message notification. Emergency alerts: Configure emergency alert settings. You can enable or disable some alerts: Extreme Alert, Severe Alert, Amber Alert, and Emergency alert test messages. You cannot disable Presidential alerts. Important: The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) system provides the government the ability to send geographically targeted notifications of emergencies, such as threats to public safety, severe weather events, a hazardous material spill or a missing child in the phone user’s area. Emergency notification preview: Play a sample emergency alert tone. Tap Stop to cancel the playback. Vibrate: When enabled, a vibration plays for emergency alerts. Alert reminder: When enabled, your phone reminds you of emergency alerts at a time interval you choose, until you clear the notification. Spam settings: When enabled, your phone filters incoming messages for spam ...
Page 80: Facebook
Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on- the-go Facebook access. Install the Facebook App on Your Phone Before you use Facebook on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play Store app. 1. Press and tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Touch the Search icon and search for "facebook". 3. Touch Facebook from the results list. 4. Touch INSTALL, and then touch Accept & download. 5. When the download and installation is complete, touch Open. To open the app from the home screen, touch Apps > Facebook. Sign in to Your Facebook Account from Account Settings 1. Press and tap > Settings. 2. Tap General > Accounts > Add account. 3. Touch Facebook. 4. Follow the prompts to enter your Facebook account details and complete sign-in. YouTube YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos. The site is used to display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie clips, TV clips, and music videos, as well as video content such as video blogging, informational shorts, and other original videos. ...
Page 81: Hangouts
Note: You don’t have to sign in to the YouTube site to view videos. However, if you wish to sign in to access additional options tap the ACCOUNT tab. Select an account (if available) or create a new account. (Even if you sign in to YouTube via the Web, you must separately sign in via your phone.) Hangouts Hangouts is an application for instant messaging offered by Google. Conversation logs are automatically saved to a Chats area in your Gmail account. This allows you to search a chat log and store them in your Gmail accounts. Note: Hangouts is part of the Google group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Google > Hangouts. 2. Tap ADD ACCOUNT to add a Google account to Google Hangouts. Tap New to create a new Google account, or tap Existing to sign in to an existing Google account. 3. After entering your user name and password, tap Sign in. 4. Follow the prompts to begin using Google Hangouts. Note: If you have already signed into your Google account, it displays on the Hangouts screen. Google+ Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use Messenger for fast messaging with everyone in your Circles, or use Instant Upload to automatically upload videos and photos to your own private album on Google+. Visit google.com/mobile/+/ for more information. Google+ is part of your Google account, and uses your Google account sign-in. Before using Google+, set up your Google account on your phone. For more information, see Create a Google Account or Sign In to Your Google Account. Note: Google+ is part of the Google group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Google > Google+. The app will sign in to your ...
Page 82: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment All your phone’s features are accessible through the Applications list. App Groups On your phone’s Apps screen, some apps are contained in App Groups, to make finding them easier. Tap on a group to display its apps, and then tap an app to launch it. For example, the following app groups are used on your phone: Galaxy Plus: Apps that are optimized for use with your Galaxy device. Google: Google’s apps, including Google search, Gmail, Hangouts, and Chrome. Samsung: Samsung apps, including Group Play, S Health, My Files, and Scrapbook. Sprint: Sprint apps, including Sprint TV & Movies, Sprint Music Plus, and Sprint Worldwide. Sprint Featured: Sprint apps selected especially for your phone, including Lumen Toolbar, Lookout Security, NextRadio, and Scout. Google Play Store Google Play is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and books for your phone. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity apps to games. When you find an app you want, you can easily download and install it on your phone. To access the Google Play Store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your phone’s Wi-Fi or Sprint 4G or 3G data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Web and Data and Google Account for details. Important: Sprint’s policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require Sprint to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application. Find and Install an App When you install apps from the Google Play Store app and use them on your phone, they may ...
Page 83: Create A Google Wallet Account
Note: You need a Google Wallet™ account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app. See Create a Google Wallet Account to set up a Google Wallet account if you do not have one. 1. Press and tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Browse through the categories to find an app you're interested in, and tap the name. 3. Read the app descriptions. 4. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). 5. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal information or access to certain functions or settings of your phone. If you agree to the conditions, tap Accept & download (for free apps) or Accept & buy (for paid apps) to begin downloading and installing the app. Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with apps that have access to many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you agree to the download and installation on this screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your phone. Create a Google Wallet Account You must have a Google Wallet account associated with your Google Account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app. The first time you turn on your phone, the setup process will prompt you to create a Google Wallet account. If you did not create one at setup, you can create an account at any time using one of these methods: ...
Page 84: Uninstall An App
Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. Press and tap and tap Settings > General > Application manager > Downloaded. 2. Tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall. 3. When prompted, tap OK to remove the app from your phone. Navigation Your phone offers a number of location-based navigation programs to help you figure out where you are and get you where you’re going. Google Maps Use the Google Maps™ application to find directions, location information, business addresses, etc. Determine your current location with or without GPS, get driving and transit directions and get phone numbers and addresses for local businesses. For more information about Google Maps, visit maps.google.com. To use Google Maps, enable your phone’s GPS location services and agree to share location information with Google. To enable your phone’s GPS Location feature: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Location services. 2. Tap Use GPS satellites. A green checkmark indicates the GPS location feature is enabled. To launch the Google Maps application: Press and tap Apps > Maps.
Page 85: Samsung Apps
Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Samsung Apps. Samsung Hub Samsung Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. With hundreds of titles available, entertaining your family on the go was never easier. You can rent or purchase your favorite content and watch from any location. Featuring the stunning viewing quality Samsung is known for, Samsung Hub is your gateway to mobile video like you've never experienced it before. You must be connected to Mobile data service, or to a Wi-Fi network, to preview and download a media file. Files you download or purchase are stored in the phone’s internal memory. Samsung Hub uses your Samsung account to manage access and account information. For more information about creating or signing in to a Samsung account, see Samsung Account. Note: Samsung Hub is part of the Samsung group of apps. Use Samsung Hub The Samsung Hub screen provides an overview of all the available categories on one page such as: Music, Video, Books, and Games. The overview page also displays recently-added media that you can rent or purchase. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Samsung Hub. 2. Scroll across the screen to select from the following available pages: Overview: Access for all available categories and recently available content for purchase or rental. MUSIC: Music that is available for purchase and allows you to search for new music. ...
Page 86 BOOKS: Books and magazines that are available for purchase and allows you to search for new content. GAMES: Games that are available for purchase or as trials and allows you to search for new content. 3. Scroll through the media listings. You can tap items to buy or rent them. As you tap some items, you can listen or watch a preview. 4. Follow the prompts to buy or rent media. Samsung Hub Notices Any media item (Media Content) may be rented or purchased after you create an account in Samsung Hub. Media Content that is purchased and downloaded may be viewed concurrently on up to five (5) devices with Samsung Hub (or “the service”) that are also registered to the same account. You may remove a device from your account no more than once every 90 days. You may remove Media Content from a device as many times as you’d like. You will have the ability to re-download the Media Content later subject to content re-download availability and content provider permissions. You may need network coverage to access Media Content you have acquired through the Service. You can use 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi connectivity to download Media Content. Unlike purchased Media Content, rented Media Content will be viewable on only 1 device in your account at a time. Media Content is downloaded and saved to your authorized device's SD card. No SD Card included out of box. Your Media Content may pause/stop or not download in networks where there is a weak signal. You may begin watching downloaded Media Content as soon as a) license acquisition has occurred and b) sufficient amount of the Media Content has been buffered.
Page 87: Watchon
Unless otherwise restricted by the Content Providers, you can download Media Content to your TV using HDMI connections; otherwise, you cannot play Media Content downloaded from your mobile device output. WatchON Use WatchON and your phone to control your TV and other devices. Note: WatchON is a part of the Samsung group of apps. Set up WatchON Configure basic WatchON settings, to identify your TV provider and sign in to your accounts. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > WatchON. 2. Follow the prompts to configure options, including: Select your country/region to help WatchON find TV information for you. Enter your zip code to help WatchON find your TV service provider. Find your TV service provider to customize WatchON for your own TV service. Select channel list to make sure WatchON can control your TV service. Personalize your setup. Set up Netflix (optional) to find and share content from your Netflix account. Learn about Peel remote. Sign in to your Samsung account. 3. Continue on to set up your phone as a remote to control your TV. Note: Tap > Help to learn more about WatchON. Set Up Your Phone as a Remote Use WatchON and your phone to control your TV, set-top box, DVR, Blu-ray or DVD player, stereo, ...
Page 88: Flipboard
3. Follow the prompts to find your TV or other devices and configure your phone to control their operation. Note: Tap > Help to learn more about WatchON. Flipboard Use Flipboard to create a personalized digital “magazine” out of everything being shared with you. Access news stories, personal feeds and other related material. Flip through your Facebook newsfeed, tweets from your Twitter account, photos from friends and much more. Note: Flipboard is found in the Galaxy Plus group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Galaxy Plus > Flipboard. My Magazine Find content, information and apps, recommended for you, all in one place. You can enable location services for personalized results based on your results. For more information about location services, see Location Services. Launch My Magazine Press , and then swipe up from the bottom of the screen. – or – Press to display the home screen, and then press again. Sprint TV & Movies With Sprint TV & Movies, you can watch live TV and access movies and other on demand entertainment on the go. Note: Coverage not available everywhere. Content and lineup subject to change. Select channels also available for casual usage. Go to sprintchannels.mobitv.com for more information. Your Sprint TV Channel Options The Sprint TV application offers a wide variety of accessible channels. Subscription options include comprehensive basic packages as well as a full menu of “a la carte” channels. Visit ...
Page 89: Music Apps
Watch TV 1. Press and tap Apps > Sprint > Sprint TV & Movies. 2. Depending on your settings, your phone may prompt you to accept a data connection. 3. In the top bar, touch an option to see what’s available. 4. Browse through the available programming and touch a clip or channel to view the program. Note: The first time you access a channel that requires a subscription, you will be prompted to purchase access. Touch Subscribe to purchase access, or touch Preview to see a preview of the selected channel. Tip: For quick access, touch a featured item in the center of the screen or select a live channel from the bottom bar. Music Apps Your phone lets you discover, download, and listen to your favorite music through a variety of applications. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer. Google Play Music Google Play Music lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from the Google Play Store app, as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Music library and instantly ready to play or download. For more information about Google Play Music, visit music.google.com. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer. Note: Play Music is part of the Google group of apps. Press ...
Page 90 Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer. When you close the Music screen, playback will continue in the background, so you can listen to music while you use other features of your phone. When music is playing in the background, you can access playback controls from Notifications. Play Music 1. Press and tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap the category tabs at the top of the screen. The default tabs are Songs, Playlists, Albums, Artists, Folders, and Nearby devices (if the Nearby devices option is turned On in Settings). You may have to swipe your finger right or left along the tabs to see all of them. 3. Scroll through the list and tap a song to begin. While playing music, use these controls: Tap to move to the previous song. Tap to move to the next song. Tap the repeat button to control playback. Choose to play all songs once. Choose to repeat all songs. Choose to repeat the current song. Tap the shuffle button to control the order songs are played. Choose to play songs in the order they appear in the list. Choose to play songs in random order. Tap to mark a song as a favorite. When a song is a favorite, the star is orange. Favorite songs are included in the Favorites playlist. Tap to set the volume. You can also set volume by pressing the Volume Key on the side of the phone.
Page 91 Tap > Create playlist to create a new playlist. Follow the prompts to name the playlist, and then select songs for the playlist. Tap Done when you’re finished selecting songs. Tap for other options, including Edit title, to rename playlists. Note: While playing music, you can touch and hold on a song to choose Add to playlist. Set a Song as a Ringtone or Alarm Tone You can set a song as a ringtone for all incoming calls, or for a contact. You can also set a song as an alarm tone. 1. Press and tap Apps > Music. 2. Scroll through the list to find a song, and then touch and hold on the song. 3. Choose Set as, and then use these options: Choose how to use the song: From the beginning: Plays the song from the beginning. Auto recommendations: Plays the best part of the song, as detected by the Music app. Choose what to set the song as: Phone ringtone: Plays the song for all incoming calls. ...
Page 92: Sprint Music Plus
Scan for nearby devices: Search for nearby DLNA-compatible devices, to share music. For more information, see Nearby Devices . Settings: Configure settings for music and playback, including: Music menu: Choose categories for the tabs on the main Music screen. SoundAlive: Choose a setting to match the type of music. Adapt Sound: Customize sound output when you are listening with earphones. Only available when earphones are inserted into the Earphone Jack. Play speed: Touch and drag the slider to set the default speed for music playback. Music auto off: Choose a time period for music to play, after which Music will end. Lyrics: When enabled, lyrics display for songs as they play, if the lyric information is stored in the music file. Smart volume: When enabled, Music automatically adjusts the volume of all songs to an equal level. Voice control: When enabled, you can control music playback by speaking commands. Follow the prompts to configure Voice control settings. End: Close Music. Sprint Music Plus With Sprint Music Plus and the Music Store, Ringtone Store, and Ringback Tone Store, you can ...
Page 93: Google Play Movies & Tv
> Music (under Library) to access your music. Tap the onscreen navigation tools to skip ahead or rewind. Touch at any time to see additional options. For more information, tap > Settings > About or Help. Google Play Movies & TV The Google Play Movies application allows you to connect to the Google Play Store app, download a movie and then watch it instantly. Choose from thousands of movies, including new releases and HD titles in Google Play and stream them instantly on your Android phone. Previously rented movies are automatically added to your My Movies library across your phones. Learn more about Google Play Movies at: play.google.com/about/movies. Note: Play Movies & TV is part of the Google group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Google > Play Movies & TV. Google Play Books Discovering your favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can shop the world's largest selection of e-books and read them anywhere you like - on a tablet, phone, eReaders, or the Web. Note: Play Books is part of the Google group of apps. Press and tap Apps > ...
Page 94: Google Play Newsstand
Enjoy Read Now to find more of the articles you care about and discover new ones you will love. Explore categories like Arts & Photography, Business & Finance, Food & Drink and more and subscribe to topics tagged to the articles that interest you most Go Offline with any news edition, topic or magazine without missing a page. Bookmark news stories you don't have time to read for later. All in one - Google Play Newsstand is the new home for all your Google Currents subscriptions and Google Play Magazines. Now with one app and one tap, it’s never been easier to stay informed on the news of the day. Note: Play Newsstand is part of the Google group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Google > Play Newsstand. Group Play Use Group Play to share media from your phone to other devices, via Wi-Fi, using your phone as an AP (Access Point). Many of your phone’s apps offer sharing via Group Play. Tap to find sharing options, usually from the Share via list of options. To use Group Play, all participants must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Note: Group Play is part of the Samsung group of apps. Important: If you are using Group Play via an unsecured Wi-Fi network, your information may be vulnerable to unauthorized third parties while being transferred. Use Group Play only for personal and non-profit purposes. Using Group Play for commercial use violates copyright law. The company is not responsible for copyright infringement by users. Create a Group and Share Note: To use Group Play, all participants must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Apps and Entertainment...
Page 95: Sprint Zone
1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Group Play. 2. Tap Set group password > Create Group, and then follow the prompts to create a group. You’ll need to set up a group password, which participants will use to join your Group Play session. 3. After you create the group, your phone turns on the mobile AP (Access Point). Follow the onscreen directions to bring other devices back-to-back with your phone to join the group. 4. Choose options for sharing: Share music: Select music stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card (not included). Share pictures: Select pictures stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card (not included). Share videos: Select videos stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card (not included) Share documents: Select documents stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card (not included). Play games and more: Play games with other participants.
Page 96: Samsung Link
Install the NextRadio App on your Phone 1. Press and tap Apps > Sprint Featured > NextRadio. 2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app. Listen to NextRadio 1. Press and tap Apps > Sprint Featured > NextRadio. 2. Plug an optional wired headset (not included) into the 3.5mm headset jack on the top of the phone. 3. Select a preset station from the Genre or Frequency list, or tap Tuner to tune the radio to your own choice. Samsung Link Samsung Link makes staying connected easy. You can wirelessly synchronize your Samsung device with your TV, stream content, and even keep tabs on who calls or sends text messages with real-time, on-screen monitoring. Samsung Link allows users to share their in-device media content with other external devices using DLNA certified™ (Digital Living Network Alliance) Devices. These external devices must also be DLNA-compliant. Wi-Fi capability can be provided to TVs via a digital multimedia streamer. Samsung Link uses your Samsung account. For more information, see Samsung Account. Both your device, and the devices that connect to your device, must be on the same Wi-Fi access point (AP). For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi. Note: Samsung Link is part of the Samsung group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > ...
Page 97: Configure Samsung Link Settings
Video optimization: When turned On, video quality for streamed video content is optimized depending on current network conditions. Password lock: When turned On, access to Samsung Link on your device is password- protected. You must enter your Samsung account password to start Samsung Link. My account: Access information about your Samsung account. About this service: Learn about Samsung Link. Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device Share media with another DLNA-compliant device via Samsung Link. Both your device, and the device(s) that connect to your device, must be on the same Wi-Fi access point (AP). For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung Link. 2. Launch AllShare Play or Samsung Link on the target device. Apps and Entertainment...
Page 98: Cbs Sports
3. On the DEVICES & STORAGE screen, tap your device, and then tap media file(s) to select them for streaming. 4. Tap , and then choose a device for sharing. Your device requests permission for sharing from the target device. 5. Follow the prompts on the target device to allow sharing. CBS Sports All the scores and stats you could ever want, delivered with updates from top fantasy gurus and live commentary from players, writers, analysts, and bloggers. Before you use CBS Sports on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play Store. Note: CBS Sports is part of the Sprint Featured group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Sprint Featured > CBS Sports. 2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play Store. BaconReader BaconReader serves up Reddit content in a stylish package with powerful features like subreddit grouping, domain filtering, full user profile access, and much more. Before you use Bacon Reader on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play Store. Note: BaconReader is part of the Sprint Featured group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Sprint Featured > BaconReader. 2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play Store. 1Weather 1Weather offers a full suite of weather tools to keep you informed.
Page 99 1. Press and tap Apps > Sprint Featured > 1Weather. 2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play Store. Apps and Entertainment...
Page 100: Web And Data
Web and Data The following topics address your phone’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Your phone’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections, including: Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your phone’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot”. The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network By default, your phone’s Wi-Fi feature is turned off. Turning Wi-Fi on makes your phone able to discover and connect to compatible in-range Wi-Fi networks (or WAPs - wireless access points). Turn Wi-Fi on: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On. Tip: You can also turn Wi-Fi on and off through the Notification panel. Drag the Notification panel down and tap Wi-Fi. Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for certain closed wireless networks. Scan and connect to a Wi-Fi network: 1. Press and tap ...
Page 101: Connect To A Different Wi-Fi Network
Add a new Wi-Fi network manually: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap Add Wi-Fi network. 3. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of the Wi-Fi network. 4. Tap the Security field and select the security method used by the Wi-Fi network. If a password is required, enter it in the Password field. 5. Tap Connect to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed or secured wireless network, you won’t prompted to enter the wireless password again, unless you reset your phone back to its factory default settings. Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network The following information is designed to help you connect your device to a different Wi-Fi network. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi. 2. Detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed. To manually scan for available Wi-Fi networks, on the Wi-Fi settings screen, tap Scan. 3. Tap another Wi-Fi network to connect to it. Note: If the wireless network you want to connect to is not in the list of detected networks, tap Add Wi-Fi network. Enter the wireless network settings and tap Connect. Data Services General Information (3G and 4G Networks) The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing ...
Page 102: Your User Name
base station. For more information about the availability of 4G in your location, visit sprint.com/coverage. Note: The availability and range of the 4G network depends on a number of factors including your distance to the 4G base station, and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Set Your Network Options 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks > Network mode. 3. Select LTE/CDMA or Automatic. The phone will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically connect to it. When your phone is connected to the 4G network, the 4G icon appears in the Status bar. Note: The 4G network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to it. Check Network Status 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap About device > Status. 3. The Network, Signal strength, and IP address are displayed on the status screen. Your User Name When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com.” (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.) When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you network. Your user name is ...
Page 103: Data Connection Status And Indicators
Data Connection Status and Indicators Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Icon Description Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More bars mean a better signal. 3G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 3G network. When the icon is blue, your phone is transferring or receiving data. 4G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 4G network. When the icon is blue, your phone is transferring or receiving data. Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network. You can get this information from your network administrator. To connect to a VPN, you must have Mobile data enabled, or your phone must be connected to a Wi-Fi network. For information about setting up and using these connections on your phone, see Data Usage and Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network. Set a Screen Lock Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your phone by ...
Page 104: Add A Vpn
Add a VPN Configure a connected to a VPN. You must have a Pattern, PIN, or Password screen lock set before adding a VPN. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > VPN. 3. Tap to add a VPN, with these options: Name: Enter the name of the VPN. Type: Choose the type of VPN, from PPTP, L2TP/IPSec PSK, L2TP/IPSec RSA, IPSec Xauth PSK, IPSec Xauth RSA, or IPSec Hybrid RSA. Server address: Enter the VPN server address. PPP Encryption (MPPE): Tap to enable, if applicable for the VPN. Show advanced options: Tap to set other options, depending on the type of VPN. 4. Tap Save to save the VPN. Connect to a VPN Connect to a VPN that’s already set up on your phone. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 105: Chrome
When your phone has disconnected from the VPN, the VPN disconnected icon displays in the notification area of the title bar. Chrome Use Chrome for Mobile to browse fast and sign in to bring your Chrome experience from your computer, anywhere you go. For more information, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/ Note: Chrome is part of the Google group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Google > Chrome. Internet Your phone’s Internet browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using your phone’s 3G or 4G Mobile data or Wi-Fi connections. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Internet. Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the SprintWeb home page. Web and Data...
Page 106: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Use your tablet’s built-in camera and camcorder. Camera You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Open the Camera Follow the below procedure to access your phone’s camera. Press and tap Apps > Camera. Settings: Access camera settings. Front/Back Camera: Switch between the front and back cameras. Dual Camera: Take a picture with the back camera and front camera at once, or record videos with both cameras. The image from the front camera displays as a inset on the screen, so you can take a picture of yourself along with the scene from the back camera. Tap the inset image to resize it, or drag it to a new position on the screen. Quick Settings: Access basic camera settings. Settings Icons: Displays basic settings, such as Smart stabilization, Flash status, and Voice Control, when they are enabled. Camera and Video...
Page 107: Take A Picture
Save Location: The icon displays when the default save location for pictures and videos is an optional memory card (not included). Mode Indicator: Shows the current Mode, which you can choose with Mode Selector. Record: Tap to start recording. Capture: Tap to take a picture. Mode Selector: Tap to choose a shooting mode. The current mode displays on the camera screen. Shooting modes allow you to choose modes for automatically adjusting settings to suit conditions, or to access special features like panorama or other specialty shots. Effects: Choose an effect to add to pictures or videos as you take them. Gallery: View your pictures or videos. Take a Picture You can take pictures with your phone’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. 1. Press and tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your picture, use the onscreen options, or these gestures: Press the Volume Key up or down to zoom in or out, or touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom. Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped. 3. ...
Page 108: Camera Options
1. Press and tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your shot, use the onscreen options, or these gestures: Press the Volume Key up or down to zoom in or out, or touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom. Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped. 3. Tap Record to begin recording. While recording, you can use these options: Tap the screen to change the focus area to the area you tapped. Tap Capture to take a still picture while continuing recording. Tap Pause to temporarily stop recording. Tap Stop to stop recording. Camera Options Camera options are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make your pictures or videos special. 1. Press and tap Apps > Camera. 2. Tap an option: Front/back camera: Tap to switch between the front and back cameras. With the ...
Page 109: Quick Camera Settings
Best photo: Allows you to select the best shot from multiple shots you take at the same time. Best face: Allows you to select the best shot of each subject, to get the best possible group shot. Sound & shot: Adds a few seconds of background sound to enhance pictures. Drama: Captures multiple shots of a moving subject, to merge them into one dynamic picture. Animated photo: Allows you to create a picture containing animated elements. Golf: Captures multiple shots of a golf-swing. You can then play the pictures forward or backward. Rich tone (HDR): Allows you to take pictures in various exposures and merge them to create pictures with rich color. Eraser: Allows you to take a series of pictures, and then have the camera automatically remove background objects that are blurred because of movement. You can then restore any of the erased objects. Panorama: Take multiple pictures to merge into one expansive panoramic picture. Surround shot: Take 360° pictures to create a spherical panorama. Sports: Allows you to capture clear shots of a moving subject. Quick Camera Settings Use Quick settings to quickly configure settings while you take pictures and record videos.
Page 110: Advanced Camera Settings
Slow motion, Fast motion or Smooth motion to control the speed of recording. Share: Tap to choose a method for sharing pictures and videos. You can choose Share shot, Buddy photo share, or Remote viewfinder. Advanced Camera Settings Use Advanced settings to configure default options for pictures and videos. 1. Press and tap Apps > Camera. 2. From the Camera screen, tap for these settings: Photos: Photo size: Choose the default size for pictures. Burst shot: When On, you can take multiple pictures when you touch and hold the Capture button. Tap to take pics: When turned On, you can tap the screen to take a picture. Face detection: When On, the Camera will automatically adjust settings for taking pictures of faces. Metering modes: Set how the Camera measures the light source. ISO: Set the sensitivity of the camera’s light meter (available when Smart stabilization is turned Off). ...
Page 111: Gallery
Review pics/videos: When On, pictures display briefly after you take them so you can review them. Volume key: Choose a function for the Volume Key while using the Camera. Timer: Choose a timer setting to delay the taking of pictures or recording. White balance: Choose a setting for current light conditions. Exposure value: Adjust the brightness of pictures. Guidelines: When On, guidelines display on the screen to aid in composition. Flash: Choose a flash setting. Voice control: When On, you can take pictures or record videos by speaking commands. For more information, see Voice Control. Contextual filename: When On, filenames include GPS information. GPS tag must be enabled to use contextual filenames. Save as flipped: When On, pictures or recordings you make using the front camera are saved as a mirror-image. Storage: If you have an optional memory card installed (not included), you can choose whether to save files to device memory or to the memory card. Reset: Return settings to the factory defaults. Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your phone’s camera, downloaded, or copied to an optional memory card (not included). For pictures stored on an optional memory card, you can do basic editing such as rotating and ...
Page 112: View Photos And Videos
3. From the Gallery screen, you have these options: Tap a picture or video to display it in full screen view. Touch and hold thumbnails to select them (indicated by a check mark). Tap Create album to create an album. Give the album a name, and then select and drag thumbnails to the album to move or copy files to the new album. Tap for options, including: Select album/Select item: Depending on the view, tap albums or items to select them. After selection, you can tap again for options you can use with the selected item. Slideshow: Choose options to create a slideshow for viewing your pictures and videos. Content to display: Choose content to display in Gallery. You can choose content saved to your phone’s memory, content from other sources such as Dropbox, Facebook, or Picasa™. Scan for nearby devices: Search for nearby DLNA devices, to share photos or videos. Show/Hide nearby devices: Choose whether to display nearby DLNA devices (available when Nearby devices is turned On, and a device is nearby with File sharing enabled). Settings: Configure Gallery settings.
Page 113: Zoom In Or Out On A Photo
Delete: Erase the current picture. Camera: Launch the Camera, to take pictures or record video. View Videos Note: If no icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them. Tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options: Share: Choose an option for sharing the video. Options may include Bluetooth, Drive, Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messages, Photos, Picasa, S Note, Scrapbook, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube. Trim: Edit the length of the video. Delete: Erase the current video. Tap to play the video. Zoom In or Out on a Photo There are two ways you can zoom in or out of a photo. Tap the screen twice quickly to zoom in and then tap the screen twice quickly again to zoom out. – or – You can also use pinch and spread to zoom in or out. See Pinch and spread. Working with Photos You can touch and hold on a photo to open a selection menu and choose what to do with it. You can choose to delete the photo, rotate or crop it, and more. Rotate and Save a Photo To rotate or save your photo, follow the below procedures. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 114: Share Photos And Videos
The rotated picture is saved in your default storage location as a copy. Crop a Photo The crop your photos, follow the below procedures. 1. Press and tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture. 3. Tap > Crop. 4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear, drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box. 5. To move the crop box to the part of the photo that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired position. 6. Tap Done to apply the changes to the picture. The cropped picture is saved along with the original copy in your default storage location. Share Photos and Videos The Gallery application lets you send photos and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share photos on your social networks (such as Facebook, Picasa, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth. Send Photos or Videos by Email You can send several photos, videos, or both in an email message. They are added as file attachments in your email. 1. Press and tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share. 3. Tap the photos you want to send. 4. ...
Page 115 Send a Photo or Video by Multimedia Message Although you can send several photos or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size. 1. Press and tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send. 3. Tap the photo or video you want to send. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > Messages. 5. Compose your message and then tap . Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several photos, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your computer using Bluetooth. 1. Press and tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send. 3. Select the photos or videos you want to send. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > Bluetooth. In the next few steps, you’ll be asked to turn on Bluetooth on your phone and connect to the receiving Bluetooth phone so the files can be sent. For more information, see Bluetooth. Share Photos or Videos on Google+ 1. Press and tap Apps > Gallery.
Page 116: Photos
and tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share. 3. Select the video you want to share. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > YouTube. 5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 6. Tap Upload. Photos Keep all your photos backed up and organized with Google+ Photos. Note: Photos is part of the Google group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Google > Photos. Story Album With Story Album, you can create a digital album of your story in media. Special moments will be on a timeline, and if you wish, you can have your album published as a hard copy. Note: Story Album is part of the Samsung group of apps. The first time you launch the app, follow the prompts to download and install it. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Story album. Camera and Video...
Page 117: Video
Note: Tap > Help to learn more about Story album. Video Play videos stored on your phone, and share them via Bluetooth, Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messages, Picasa, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube. 1. Press and tap Apps > Video. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3. Tap a video to view it. Share videos 1. Press and tap Apps > Video. 2. Tap > Share via. 3. Tap video(s) to select them for sharing, and then tap Done. 4. Choose a sharing option, and then follow the prompts to share the video. Use Pop-up Play Multitask with Pop-up Play - transform your video player into a pop-up window floating on the screen. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. 1. Press and tap Apps > Video. 2. Tap a video to view it. 3. ...
Page 118: Tools And Calendar
Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your phone’s productivity-enhancing apps and features. Action Memo Use Action Memo to quickly write memos and link them to actions, such as making a call, sending, a message, or searching the Web. You can launch Action Memo from Apps, or you have other options, including: Press the S Pen button and double-tap the home screen. Hover S Pen over the home screen and press the S Pen button When the Action Memo on lock screen option is enabled, you can open Action Memo by pressing the S Pen button and double tapping the lock screen with S Pen. When the Pen detachment option is set to Action Memo, Action Memo launches when you detach the S Pen from your phone. Note: Action Memo is part of the Samsung group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Action memo. 2. Tap to create a new memo. 3. While creating a memo, you can use these options (tap to display all the options): Pen color: Choose the color of the pen cursor. Clear all: Tap to erase everything from the memo. Select: Select a specific part of the memo.
Page 119: Calendar
Add events to your Calendar to help you organize your time and remind you of important events. 1. Press and tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Double-tap a day to which you would like to add an event to reveal the Add event/Add task screen. 3. Assign the new calendar event to a current account by tapping the Calendar field and then selecting an account. My calendar entries are stored locally on the phone and not part of an email or other account. Samsung Calendar entries are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account. Google/Gmail entries are synchronized between your phone and your online Google Account. ® Corporate entries are synchronized between your phone and your Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account. 4. Touch Tap to enter title field and enter a title for the event. 5. Tap OK, or tap Edit event details to enter more information about the event: ...
Page 120: Event Alerts
Select a recurrence cycle for the event by tapping the Repeat field. Select an alarm time by tapping the Reminder field. Enter a location for the event in the Location field or tap to select the location on the a map. Enter a description for the event in the Description field. Enter participants in the Participants field (available for some calendars). Tap Show me as to choose how the event shows on your calendar to other event organizers (available for some calendars). Tap Privacy to select who is allowed to see this event. Private allows only the participants to see the event. Public allows anyone with access to your calendar to see the event (available for some calendars). 6. Tap Save to store the new event and synchronize it with your selected account. Event Alerts When your phone is turned on and you have an event alarm scheduled, your phone alerts you and displays the event summary. There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: By playing the assigned ringtone. By showing the Alert screen. Event Reminders When your phone is turned on and you have an event alarm scheduled, there are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: By playing a short beep. By indicating an icon within the Status bar. To view additional options: 1. ...
Page 121: View Events
View Events The following procedure helps you view your calendar events. 1. Press and tap Apps > Calendar. 2. To view a Calendar event farther out, tap either Week or Month. 3. Tap the day for which you would like to view events. (Your phone lists events in chronological order.) 4. To display an event’s details, tap it from the current screen. Day and List Views Day view displays a list of the events of one day. List view shows a list of events in chronological order. The color bars on the left side of the events indicate the type of calendar that includes the event. When in Day view, slide left or right across the screen to view earlier or later days. Week View Week view displays a chart of the events of one week. When in Week view: You can touch and hold on a time slot to create a new event at that time. Tap an event to view its details. Slide left or right across the screen to view earlier or later weeks. Month View In Month view, you’ll see markers on days that have events. When in Month view: Tap a day to view the events of that day. Touch and hold a day to create a new event. Slide up or down to view earlier or later months. Erase Events The following procedures show you how to erase your calendar events.
Page 122: Calculator
1. Press and tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Open the calendar event details: In List, Day, and Week views, tap the calendar event you want to delete. In Month view, tap the date where the calendar event occurs, and then tap the calendar event. In Year view, tap the month in which the event is located. 3. Tap > Delete. 4. In the Delete confirmation box, tap OK. – or – If the calendar event is recurring, select Only this event or All repetitive events, and then tap Calculator Use the Calculator app to perform mathematical calculations. Note: Rotate the phone to switch to a scientific calculator. 1. Press and tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Tap the keypad to enter your equation. You can touch and hold C to clear all numbers. Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 123: Downloads
Create an Alarm Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified for the alarm. 1. Press and tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the Alarm tab, and then tap Create alarm to enter information for the alarm. Turn an Alarm On or Off Once you've set an alarm, you can easily turn it on or off whenever you want. 1. Press and tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the Alarm tab, and then tap the icon next to an alarm to turn the alarm on or off. Delete an Alarm 1. Press and tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the Alarm tab, and then touch and hold an alarm and tap Delete on the pop-up menu. Downloads Use Downloads to view and manage files you’ve downloaded to your phone. Press and tap Apps > Downloads. Dropbox Dropbox offers 2GB of free “Cloud” storage, so you can access your files from anywhere, on your device or from a desktop application on your computer. With Dropbox, you can edit files in your Dropbox from your phone, upload photos and videos to Dropbox, and share your selected files freely with family and friends.
Page 124: Accessing Dropbox On Your Device
1. Use your computer’s browser to navigate to: Dropbox.com/. 2. Follow the onscreen setup and installation instructions on your target computer containing the desired files. Important: The computer application must be installed on the computer containing the desired files. This computer must have an active Internet connection. Accessing Dropbox on Your Device Follow the procedures below to access the Dropbox app. Note: Dropbox is part of the Galaxy Plus group of apps. Tip: You may have signed in to your Dropbox account while completing the phone setup screens. 1. Press and tap Apps > Galaxy Plus > Dropbox. 2. Tap Start, and then tap Sign up for Dropbox, or tap Sign in. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to sign in to your account, or register for a new account. Manually Uploading a Picture to Dropbox Follow the below procedures to manually upload pictures to the Dropbox app. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 125: Google Now
Press and tap Apps > Google > Drive. Google Now Google Now gets you just the right information at just the right time. It tells you today’s weather before you start your day, how much traffic to expect before you leave for work, when the next train will arrive as you’re standing on the platform, or your favorite team's score while they’re playing. And the best part? All of this happens automatically. Cards appear throughout the day at the moment you need them. For more information, visit google.com/landing/now/. 1. Press and hold and tap Google Now. 2. Follow the prompts to learn about Google Now, and set up your preferences. Google Search Use Google Search to search the Internet. Note: Google Search is part of the Google group of apps. Tip: You can also use a Google widget (located on the default home screen) to perform Google searches. Press and tap Apps > Google > Google. Google Settings Use Google Settings to manage the settings for your Google account(s). Note: Google Settings is part of the Google group of apps. Press and tap Apps > ...
Page 126: Help
Help Learn about your new phone with the Help app. Press and tap Apps > Help. KNOX Samsung KNOX lets you work with enterprise data security, while personal information is kept private. Keep your personal apps, photos, emails and texts on your device and private from your enterprise IT admins Allow IT admins to access corporate files and email inside the KNOX container on your device Combine your favorite business and personal apps on one Android device Use Samsung KNOX Apps to easily and securely download business apps to the KNOX container Manage and download your favorite apps from Google Play or other stores in your device's personal space Switch between work and play, with one button to keep up with your personal life and securely handle business needs Discover the user-friendly interface of the KNOX container with preloaded apps like email, camera and calendar Note: Samsung KNOX is part of the Samsung group of apps. The first time you launch the app, follow the prompts to download and install it. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > KNOX. My Files Use My files to manage files stored in your phone’s memory, or on an optional installed memory card ...
Page 127: Pen.up
1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > My files. 2. Folders display, including: All: Tap to choose Device storage, to view files stored in your phone’s internal memory, or SD memory card, to show files stored on an optional installed memory card (not included). Images: Pictures stored on your phone. Videos: Videos stored on your phone. Music: Songs stored on your phone. Documents: Other files stored on your phone. Note: Different folders, such as Downloaded apps, Dropbox, or Recent files, may appear depending on how your phone is configured. PEN.UP Use PEN.UP to join an online community, follow your favorite artists, show off your artwork, and connect with other artists. This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch, scribble or paint. Share pictures, comment on other creations, or just browse through the pages for something to add to your personal collection. Note: PEN.UP is part of the Samsung group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > PEN.UP. 2. From the main screen, tap Sign up, or Explore PEN.UP, and then follow the on-screen ...
Page 128: Scrapbook
Scrapbook Use Scrapbook to save information, and combine documents, images, and music into a digital scrapbook. You can capture items with S Pen to add them to your Scrapbook. Hover S Pen over the screen, and then press the S Pen button. Select Scrapbooker from the Air Command menu, and then use S Pen to select an item and add it to your Scrapbook. Note: Scrapbook is part of the Samsung group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Scrapbook. S Health S Health is a wellness application that can help you manage your health. Set fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall health. Note: S Health is part of the Samsung group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > S Health. Before You Start Exercising This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions: Heart disease; Asthma or lung disease; Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease; Arthritis. You should also check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious disease, such as: ...
Page 129: S Note
Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest. Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply: You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55; You have a family history of heart disease before age 55; You smoke or quit smoking in the past six months; You have not exercised for three months or more; You are overweight or obese; You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol. You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called pre-diabetes. When in Doubt - Check it Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you. Consider it the first step on your path to physical fitness. S Note The S Note application allows you to create memos using the keyboards, the S Pen, your finger, or all three. You can add images, voice recordings, and text all in one place. 1. Press and tap Apps > S Note. 2. The first time you launch S Note, follow the prompts to choose options for your notes. 3. From the S Note screen, tap to access the following options: Use new template: Choose a template for a new S Note. This is a one-time selection, it does not replace the default template you chose when you launched ...
Page 130 Size of inserted image: Choose a size for images you insert into notes, relative to the original size of the image. Location tag: When enabled, location information is stored in notes. Downloads: Download images to use for Background images or Idea Sketches. Writing sound: When enabled, a sound plays when you write on the screen with your finger or S Pen. Haptic feedback: When enabled, a vibration plays when you write on the screen with your finger or S Pen. Help: Get help with S Note. Create a New Note Follow the steps below to create a new note, or expand or reply to an existing memo, using S Note. 1. Press and tap Apps > S Note. 2. Tap to start a new note. 3. Enter your note by writing or drawing, or by using the text tool to enter text with the keyboard. 4. While creating a note, you can use these options: Page options: Choose options for pages, including adding and deleting pages from the note, adding tags or a background, or creating an index page. You can also add a ...
Page 131: S Translator
Save: Save the note. Save as: Save the note with a different filename. 5. When you are finished creating your note, tap Save. S Translator Easily translate words and phrases, either spoken or in text. Note: S Translator is part of the Samsung group of apps. The first time you launch the app, follow the prompts to download and install it. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > S Translator. SketchBook for Galaxy Explore your imagination through sketches using the SketchBook for Galaxy app and S Pen. Note: SketchBook for Galaxy is part of the Galaxy Plus group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Galaxy Plus > SketchBook for Galaxy. 2. The first time you launch SketchBook for Galaxy, you must install it. Follow the prompts to download and install the app. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up SketchBook and start sketching.
Page 132: Lookout Security
Note: Lookout Security is part of the Sprint Featured group of apps. Press and tap Apps > Sprint Featured > Lookout Security. Voice Services The following information will guide you through using Voice Services. S Voice Your phone’s S Voice is a voice recognition application used to activate a wide variety of functions on your phone. This is a natural language recognition application. You can ask questions (Is it raining in Dallas?) or give it commands (Show me where to find cheap gas). Note: S Voice is part of the Samsung group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > S Voice. The first time you access S Voice, you will be asked to accept the Terms of Use. 2. Follow the onscreen tutorial by tapping Next, or tap Skip to start right away. 3. Wake up the application by repeating the phrase “Hi Galaxy.” Tap Speak if the phone does not hear you, or to give it a command. Voice Recorder The Voice recorder allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately share it using AllShare, Messages, Gmail, or via Bluetooth. Recording time will vary based on the Tools and Calendar...
Page 133 Note: S Voice is part of the Samsung group of apps. 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder. 2. To start recording, tap and speak into the microphone. 3. To pause recording, tap . To end the recording, tap 4. Tap for options: Share via: allows you to share your recording using such methods as Bluetooth, Dropbox, Drive, Email, Gmail, Messages, Scrapbook, or Wi-Fi Direct. Delete: allows you to delete one or more voice recordings. Tap the recordings to delete and tap Done. Tap OK to confirm the deletion. Change category: Assign the recording to a category. Sort by: Choose an order for the list of recordings. Search: Enter keywords to find a recording. Manage categories: Enter and modify categories, used to organize recordings. Settings: The following settings are available: Storage: Choose where your recordings will be saved, to the device memory, or to an ...
Page 134: Bluetooth
Language: Choose a default language to be used for voice memos. Skip interval: When enabled, tapping the Forward button during playback moves through the recording at the interval you choose. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On, and then tap Skip interval to set a time interval. End: Close Voice Recorder. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth phones, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth On or Off When Bluetooth is On, you can scan and find other Bluetooth devices, to share information between the devices. Turn Bluetooth Off when not in use to conserve battery power. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth On or Off. Note: You can also turn Bluetooth On or Off from the Notification panel. Drag down from the top of the screen, and then tap Bluetooth in the Quick settings. The Bluetooth Settings Menu The following procedure provides you with a path to the Bluetooth settings menu. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. Note: For more information about your phone’s Bluetooth settings, see Bluetooth Settings Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a ...
Page 135: Reconnect A Headset Or Car Kit
1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. If Bluetooth is not on, tap the ON/OFF switch to turn it on. 3. Make sure that the headset is discoverable, so that your phone can find the headset. Refer to the instructions that came with the headset to find out how to set it to discoverable mode. 4. Tap Scan. Your phone will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range. 5. When you see the name of your headset displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap the name. Your phone then automatically tries to pair with the headset. 6. If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with your headset. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the hands-free headset or car kit name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the Bluetooth headset or car kit is connected to your phone, (Bluetooth connected) displays in the Status bar. Depending on the type of headset or car kit you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible devices. Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit When you have paired a headset with your phone, you should be able to reconnect it automatically by turning on Bluetooth on your phone and then turning on the headset. However, sometimes you will need to reconnect manually, for example if you have been using your headset with another Bluetooth device. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. ...
Page 136: Send Information Using Bluetooth
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device You can disconnect from a Bluetooth device, without removing the pairing relationship between the devices. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. In the Bluetooth devices section, tap the settings icon beside the device name, and then tap Disconnect. Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your phone forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to the device again, you will need to pair with it again. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. In the Bluetooth devices section, tap the settings icon beside the device name, and then tap Unpair. Send Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a phone or notebook computer. The first time you transfer information between your phone and another device, you need to enter or confirm a security passcode. After that, your phone and the other device are paired, and you will not need to exchange passcodes to transfer information in the future. Send Information From Your Phone to Another Device You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to: Images and videos Calendar events Contacts Audio files 1. Set the receiving device to discoverable mode. You may also need to set it to “Receive Beams” or “Receive Files”. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on receiving information ...
Page 137: Receive Information Using Bluetooth
Photos and videos (in Gallery). On the Albums tab, tap an album, tap a picture, and then tap > Bluetooth. Calendar event. In the Calendar’s Day view, Agenda view, or Week view, tap the event and then tap > Bluetooth. Music track. This feature is available through the Music app. With the track displayed on the Now playing screen, tap > Via Bluetooth. Voice recording. On the main Voice Recorder screen, touch and hold a recording and then tap Share via > Bluetooth. 3. If you are prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap Yes or OK. 4. Tap the name of the receiving device. 5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving device, and enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. 6. On the receiving device, accept the file. The location where the information is saved depends on the type of information and the receiving device: If you send a calendar event or contact, it is normally added directly to the corresponding application on the receiving device. For example, if you send a calendar event to a compatible phone, the event is shown in that phone’s calendar application. If you send another file type to a Windows computer, it is normally saved in the Bluetooth Exchange folder within your personal document folders. If you send a file to another device, the saved location may depend on the file type. For example, ...
Page 138: Microsd Card
5. If prompted, enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. A Bluetooth authorization request is displayed on your phone. 6. When your phone receives a file transfer request notification, tap Accept. 7. When the file is transferred, a notification displays. To open the file immediately, slide down the Notification panel, and then tap the relevant notification. When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type: Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the Music application. For a vCalendar file, select the calendar where you want to save the event, and then tap Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. (For more information on using the Calendar, see Calendar.) For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to your contacts list. microSD Card A microSD™ memory card is an optional accessory (not included) that allows you to store images, videos, music, documents, and other data on your phone. Insert a Memory Card Use the following procedures to insert an optional microSD card (not included) into your phone. It’s best to insert a memory card when the phone is turned off, and the battery is out of the phone. Important: You can damage the memory card by improper handling or installation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. 1. Turn off the phone. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key, and then tap Power off. 2. Remove the battery cover and battery. ...
Page 139: Remove A Memory Card
4. Install the battery and battery cover. Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone, and gently press the battery into place. Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Remove a Memory Card Use the following procedures to remove an optional memory card from your phone. It’s best to remove a memory card when the phone is turned off, and the battery is out of the phone. Important: When you need to remove an optional installed memory card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. For more information, see Unmount a Memory Card. 1. Turn off the phone. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key, and then tap Power off. 2. Remove the battery cover and battery. Using the slot on the upper left side of the battery cover, gently lift the cover off the phone. Remove the battery by lifting it out of the phone. 3. With your finger, gently slide the card out of the slot. 4. Install the battery and battery cover. Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone, and gently press the battery into place. Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Important: You can damage the memory card by improper handling or installation. Please be ...
Page 140: View Memory Card Usage
View Memory Card Usage Use the following procedure to view memory usage information for an optional installed memory card (not included). Press and tap > Settings > General > Storage. (The total and available memory space will be displayed.) See Storage for more information. Format a Memory Card Formatting a memory card permanently removes all files stored on the card. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General > Storage. 2. Scroll down the screen, tap Format SD card > Format SD card > Delete all. Note: Formatting erases all the data on an installed memory card, after which the files CANNOT be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format the card. Unmount a Memory Card When you need to remove an optional installed memory card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. ...
Page 141 1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable. You may need to remove the USB cable from the Charging Head. Insert the smaller end of the cable to the USB Charger/Accessory jack at the bottom of the phone. Insert the larger end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. 2. Your phone will automatically detect the connection. When appears in the Status bar, swipe your finger down from the Status bar to open the Notification panel. 3. On the Notification panel, the type of connection is shown: Connected as a media device: Used for most transfers. You can transfer files in Windows or from a Mac. Connected as a camera: Used for transfers of photos using camera software on your computer. To change the connection type, tap it in the Notification panel to open the Storage settings > USB Computer Connection option, and then tap the desired option. If your phone is connected to a computer with a USB 3.0 port, you can choose to use USB 3.0 here. Note: USB 3.0 speeds up data transfers, but it may sometimes interfere with calls or data when it is in use. If you choose to use a USB 3.0 connection, it will automatically turn off after 10 minutes of inactivity, and will switch to USB 2.0. 4. On your computer, navigate to the detected phone (such as through the My Computer menu) and open it. 5. ...
Page 142: System Updates
6. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer. 7. When you are done, disconnect your phone from the computer. System Updates From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. Use System update options to update your phone’s internal software. Before Updating Your Firmware Updating your phone firmware will erase all user data from your phone. You must back up all critical information before updating your phone firmware. To back up information to your Google account: 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Back up my data to turn on the feature (checkmark). Tap Backup account to choose or sign in to a Google account to use for backups. Tap Automatic restore if you want information saved to the Google account above to be restored when you reinstall apps, such as after a firmware update, or when setting up a new device. To back up your Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync information: 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. ...
Page 143 Update: Check for updates, and update your phone’s software. Auto update: When enabled, your phone will automatically check for updates, regardless of the type of network connection (wireless or Wi-Fi). Wi-Fi only: When enabled, your phone will only check for updates when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Update PRL: Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your phone to access the network. Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you choose to change your user name online, use this option to update the user name on your phone. UICC Unlock: Unlock your device’s Universal Integrated Circuit Card. Tools and Calendar...
Page 144: Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service With your phone and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide℠ Wireless Service, you can make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. For a country-specific travel guide, select your device and destination from sprint.com/traveltips. Access Sprint Worldwide Info from Your Phone Find information about your Sprint Worldwide Service. Press and tap Apps > Sprint > Sprint Worldwide. Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account Before using your phone in global roaming mode, you must activate Sprint Worldwide service. To activate Sprint Worldwide service: Chat with or email an international support rep by visiting sprint.com/swwsupport. – or – Call Sprint Worldwide Customer support at 1-888-226-7212. Your SIM Card Your phone comes with a preinstalled SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to support roaming on ...
Page 145: Enable Global Roaming Mode
Enable Global Roaming Mode Your phone is designed to enter global roaming mode automatically when you activate your Sprint Worldwide service, meaning that it should automatically connect to an appropriate CDMA/LTE network or GSM/UMTS network when you travel. You may set global roaming options through the settings menu. You may also need to set your network mode options through the settings menu. To set your roaming options manually: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Roaming. 3. Select a category and settings for each category. Roaming network: Select Automatic for international use. Home only restricts use to the Nationwide Sprint Network only. Roaming settings: Under Domestic CDMA and International CDMA, select the Voice and Data check marks. Under GSM networks, select the Data check mark. Roaming guard: Select your roaming guard preferences for Domestic CDMA, International CDMA, and GSM networks. To set your network mode options manually: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks > Network mode. ...
Page 146: Sprint International Voicemail Service
international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls placed from the United States). Note: Plus Code Dialing is only available when roaming internationally on GSM networks and on certain CDMA networks in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. International access codes and dialing information are available online at sprint.com/sww. To use Plus Code Dialing to place an international call: 1. Press and tap Phone > Keypad to display the phone screen. 2. Dial the appropriate sequence for your location: If you are on the GSM network, touch to insert a “+” on the dialer screen. (The “+” symbol automatically inserts the international access code for the country from which you are calling.) If you are on the CDMA network outside Canada or the Caribbean, enter the international access code for the country from which you are calling. 3. Touch to insert the US country code, and then enter the area code and number. 4. Touch to place the call. Sprint International Voicemail Service Your Sprint voicemail will follow you as you travel. All of your unanswered calls will be forwarded to your Sprint voicemail. You will need to be sure your voicemail box is already set up and that you know your voicemail password. Note: Sprint voicemail may not be available on all networks; check sprint.com/sww for service information. Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use To simplify accessing your Sprint Voicemail while travelling, you can set up your voicemail access ...
Page 147: Access Your Voicemail Internationally
4. Enter a name for the new contact, for example, “Voicemail”. 5. Touch (+1), your area code, and your wireless phone number. 6. Touch Save. Access Your Voicemail Internationally You will need to call your voicemail number to access your voicemail while roaming internationally. New Message Indicators Your voicemail message indicators may be displayed differently when roaming internationally. A “Message Waiting” indicator icon or a text message is displayed when a voicemail message is received. You may see “Missed Call” on your screen prior to receiving a message notification. You must call voicemail in order to retrieve messages. Follow the instructions on the previous page to store your voicemail number for easy access. Retrieve Voicemail Messages The voicemail retrieval process while travelling is the same as on the Sprint Network; however, you will be required to enter your voicemail password. To retrieve your voicemail messages: 1. Press and tap Phone > Contacts tab, touch the voicemail entry and then touch the number to call it. 2. When your voicemail answers, touch , enter the password, and touch to access your voicemail. International Voicemail Troubleshooting There are a few tips to keep in mind when using Sprint voicemail while traveling.
Page 148: International Data Roaming
International Data Roaming Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service can also keep you connected via email and Web browsing when travelling in countries in which Sprint offers data service. Data services are available on both CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. Check www.sprint.com/sww to determine the services available where you are travelling. Note: Prior to using your Sprint Worldwide GSM/UMTS Data Services, you must establish and utilize your CDMA data services domestically on the Sprint Network. Get Started With Sprint Worldwide Data Services To use Sprint Worldwide Data Services, you will need to have these services activated on your account. To activate, call Sprint Worldwide Customer Support at 1-888-226-7212. Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you. Access Email and Data Services Internationally on GSM/UMTS Networks To access your email and browse the Web when travelling, you may need to manually select the carrier that provides Sprint service in your location. You can find a list of carriers for each country where GSM data service is offered at sprint.com/sww. Then, follow the instructions below to select the appropriate carrier network on your phone. To select a GSM data service carrier for a specific country: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections > More networks > Roaming. 2. ...
Page 149: International Roaming Status Messages
on the GSM network. If your phone has automatically selected a GSM network while traveling, then you will need to set the phone to CDMA to access CDMA data services. (See Enable Global Roaming Mode.) Visit sprint.com/sww for a list of services available in each country. International Roaming Status Messages You may receive status messages under certain conditions. Before contacting Sprint Worldwide Customer Support, note the message, numeric code, and the conditions under which it appeared. The following table lists and describes the status messages. Status Messages Message Description Number Not in Service The number that you entered is not valid. User Not Available The phone that you called is either busy, out-of-range, or turned off. Please try again later. User Not Authorized The phone that you called is either busy, out-of-range, or turned off. Please try again later. Please Try Later This service is temporarily not available. Please try again later. Service Restricted Service may not be activated properly. Please contact Sprint Customer Service to report the issue for resolution. Service Not Available This feature is not available on the current network. ...
Page 150: Contact Sprint For Assistance With International Service
Status Messages Message Description PIN Blocked. Call Your An incorrect SIM PIN was entered three consecutive times. You Provider will be unable to send or receive calls on your phone. Contact Sprint Customer Service to obtain the PIN Unblocked Key (PUK) code. Sprint sets the default to PIN off; if you elect to enable the PIN then you will need to contact Sprint for the default PIN and PUK. Insert SIM Your SIM Card is not being detected. Please check to ensure that you have inserted the SIM Card. Check SIM Card Please check your SIM card to make sure it is properly inserted. Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service If you experience any issues with voice or data services while outside of the United States, Sprint offers customer support 24 hours a day. In the event that you do experience an issue, try the following actions: First try powering your phone off and then back on; this will force your phone to reregister with the network. Try manually selecting another network. Information for selecting networks can be found in the phone guide. If neither of these actions resolves your issue, you will need to contact customer service (see below). When calling to report an issue, the following information will be beneficial in trying to resolve your ...
Page 151 There is no charge for this call from your wireless phone. From a landline phone when outside the United States: Sprint Worldwide Customer Support can be reached from a landline phone at 1-817-698-4199. Access or connection fees may apply. The toll free numbers below can also be used to contact Sprint Worldwide Customer Support in the following countries: Country From Landline Phone Caribbean (Anguilla, Barbados, 1-888-226-7212 Cayman Islands, and Dominica) France 0800-903200 Germany 0800-180-0951 Italy 800-787-986 Mexico 001-877-294-9003 Trinidad and Tobago 1-800-201-7545 United Kingdom 0808-234-6616 Note: This toll free service is available on ordinary landline phones and some public pay phones. This service does not cover any hotel access charges. Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service...
Page 152: Settings
Settings The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your phone’s Settings menus. Access Settings Settings are arranged on tabs by category, to quickly access options. 1. Press and tap > Settings. 2. Tap a tab to access settings by category: Connections: Connect to wireless networks, including 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi, and to other devices. Device: Configure sound and display settings, and select personalization options and call settings. Controls: Configure options for input, including language and voice input, and for controlling your device. General: Configure accounts and backup settings, and general device management settings such as date and time, storage, security, and system updates. Search Settings Enter keywords to search settings. 1. Press and tap > Settings. 2. Tap the search field at the top of the screen to enter keywords to search Settings. Wi-Fi Settings Use Wi-Fi settings to control your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi networks, and for using Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. Turn Wi-Fi On or Off When Wi-Fi is turned On, your device will notify you of available Wi-Fi networks, and you can ...
Page 153: Configure Wi-Fi Settings
Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications. Drag down from the top of the screen, and then tap the Wi-Fi button. Configure Wi-Fi Settings Set up and manage wireless access points. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi On. Wi-Fi must be On to configure settings. 3. Configure these settings: Add Wi-Fi network: Connect to a new Wi-Fi network. For more information, see Wi-Fi. Scan: Search for available Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi Direct: Connect to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. For more information, see Wi-Fi Direct. 4. Tap to configure other settings: Advanced: Network notification: When enabled, your phone alerts you when a new Wi-Fi network is available. Passpoint: When turned On, your phone will connect to passpoint-enabled Wi-Fi networks automatically. Sort by: Choose how scanned Wi-Fi networks are presented on the Wi-Fi settings screen. ...
Page 154: Wi-Fi Direct
MAC address: (Not configurable) View your device’s MAC address, needed for connecting to some secured networks. IP address: (Not configurable) View your device’s IP address. WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other equipment. WPS PIN entry: (Not configurable) View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN- secured connection to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment. Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi networks, and other settings. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your device can use Wi-Fi Direct to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi On. Wi-Fi must be On to configure Wi-Fi Direct settings. 3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct at the bottom of the screen. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can tap Scan to start scanning. 4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection. – or – Touch Multi-connect to create a connection to devices that support multi-connect. Touch Scan to search for available multi-connect devices, and then select the devices and follow the prompts ...
Page 155: Configure Hotspot
1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Hotspot to turn Hotspot On or Off. Configure Hotspot Configure your phone’s Hotspot feature, including whether your device is visible to other device’s searches, and security options. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Hotspot > Configure to set these options: Network SSID: View and change the name of your mobile hotspot. Hide my device: When enabled, your mobile hotspot is not visible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan. Other devices can still connect to your mobile hotspot, but will have to set up the connection manually with your Network SSID and Password. Security: Choose the security level for your Mobile Hotspot. Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, set a password. By default, the password is your mobile telephone number. Show password: When enabled, the contents of the Password field are visible. Show advanced options: When enabled, you can access advanced options, including Broadcast channel, to specify the channel your device uses for Hotspot, and you can set the maximum number of connections to your Hotspot. Allowed Devices for Hotspot Control whether devices can connect to your Mobile Hotspot with the Allowed devices list. After you ...
Page 156: Bluetooth Settings
Bluetooth Settings The Bluetooth settings menu lets you configure how your phone uses Bluetooth to connect and exchange information with other Bluetooth-compatible devices. For information about using Bluetooth, see Bluetooth. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth On. Bluetooth must be On to configure settings. 3. From the Bluetooth screen, configure these settings: Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth On or Off. Tap your device’s name to enable or disable visibility to other Bluetooth devices. When your device is visible, other devices can find your devices during a scan. Your device remains visible for the period of time set in the Visibility timeout setting. Tap a paired device to connect to it, or touch beside a device to change its settings. Tap Scan to search for visible Bluetooth devices. After searching, tap a device to pair with it. 4. Tap for more settings: Visibility timeout: Set the length of time your device is visible to other devices when you turn on visibility. Received files: View files transferred to your device via Bluetooth. Help: Learn about Bluetooth, and other settings. Tethering Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device via USB cable, or by Bluetooth. Note: Using the Tethering feature consumes battery power and uses data services.
Page 157: Airplane Mode
Bluetooth tethering: Pair your device with the computer via Bluetooth. Consult the computer’s documentation for more information about configuring your computer to pair via Bluetooth. Touch Bluetooth tethering to turn tethering On or Off. Note: Tap Help for information about using Tethering. Airplane Mode When you turn on airplane mode, all wireless connections are disabled. While in airplane mode, you cannot access the wireless network for calling, messaging, or browsing the Web. When you turn on airplane mode, It also turns off other connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You can turn on Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to use those features, or you can use other features of your device, such as playing music, watching videos, or other applications. To use Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when Airplane mode is enabled, turn them on in Settings, or on the Notification panel. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the check box beside Airplane mode to enable or disable the option. Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the Device options menu. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key, and then tap Airplane mode. Data Usage Monitor data usage, and control your device’s connection to mobile data service. Note: Data is measured by your phone. Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Data usage to configure options: Mobile data: Enable or disable Mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at ...
Page 158: Location Settings
Data usage cycle: Tap the menu, and then choose a time period for data usage. Data usage for the period displays on the graph, along with usage by application below. 3. Tap to set other options: Data roaming: When enabled, your device can connect to mobile data service when outside your home network area. Using data while roaming may incur additional costs; contact your service provider for more information. Restrict background data: Your device is capable of connecting to the network in the background, for synchronization or other services. When enabled, background connections will not occur. Auto sync data: When enabled, your device will synchronize with accounts automatically, at any time. Show Wi-Fi usage: When turned On, a separate tab displays data usage while connected to Wi-Fi. Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads. Location Settings Control apps’ access to your location, and configure location sources. Some apps may require one or more location services be turned On for full app functionality. GPS signals may be affected by your surroundings, including: Buildings ...
Page 159: More Networks Settings
When On, you are allowing Google’s location service to collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on your device, and collection may occur even when no apps are running. 3. After you turn Location On, you can tap Location to configure settings: Mode: Choose the method your phone uses to determine your location/. High accuracy: When enabled, your phone uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks to estimate your location. Power saving: When enabled, your phone uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate your location. GPS only: When enabled, your phone uses GPS to estimate your location. Recent location requests: View services or apps that have recently accessed your location information. Location services: Select sources for reporting your location information to Google. My places: Save your favorite locations, to make the locations available for use with services or apps that require location information. Tap Home, Office, or Car, and then follow the prompts to configure options for identifying the location. Tap Add to set up a new location. Tag current location: Enable or disable tagging, which stores location information with items. Camera: Enable or disable tagging of photos and videos with location information. ...
Page 160: Printing
2. Tap More networks > Default messaging app. 3. Choose a messaging app. Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messages (for example, Google Hangouts), you will not be able to use the Messages app unless you restore it as the default messaging app. Printing Your phone can print to a compatible Wi-Fi printer. The printer and your phone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Printing. 3. Choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. 4. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service On or Off. The service must be On to configure settings or print. 5. Tap for more options, including adding a printer and print settings. Mobile Networks Set options for network selection and data service. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks. 3. Configure options: ...
Page 161: Roaming
Name: Enter the name of the VPN. Type: Choose the type of VPN. Server address: Enter the VPN server address. PPP Encryption (MPPE): Tap to enable, if applicable for the VPN. Show advanced options: Tap to set other options, depending on the type of VPN. 4. Tap Save to save the VPN. Note: You can also launch VPN from the VPN Client app. Press and tap Apps > Samsung > VPN Client. Roaming When you are outside your home network area, your phone can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming. There may be additional costs for accessing networks while roaming, so you may want to control your phone’s roaming behavior with Roaming settings. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Roaming. 3. Configure options: Roaming network: Select a roaming default, from Home only, to only connect to the Sprint network, or Automatic, to allow connections to Sprint’s partner networks, if available. ...
Page 162: Nfc
Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share information between your device and another NFC device by touching the devices together, typically back-to-back. NFC is used with S Beam and Android Beam, and must be turned On to use these features. Note: Tap > Help for information about using NFC. Turn NFC On or Off Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to send or receive information when your phone touches another NFC device or NFC tags. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside NFC to turn NFC On or Off. Android Beam With Android beam, you can transmit app content via NFC to other NFC devices that support Android Beam. Android Beam uses NFC, so NFC must be turned On before you can turn on Android Beam. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside NFC to turn NFC On. NFC must be on to use Android Beam. 3. Tap NFC to access Android Beam settings, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Android Beam to turn Android Beam On or Off. Note: Tap > Help for information about using NFC and Android Beam. Tap and Pay With your phone and a payment app, you can use your device to pay for items by tapping it to an item at the point-of-purchase. Google Wallet is an example of a payment app. You must have the payment app set up on your phone to use with Tap and Pay. 1. ...
Page 163: S Beam
to use Tap and Pay. 3. Touch Tap and Pay to access Tap and Pay settings. S Beam Share more and share it faster with S Beam. From photos to documents, large video files to maps, you can share almost anything instantly with one touch, simply by placing your devices back-to-back. S Beam uses your device’s NFC (Near Field Communication) feature to send, or “beam”, content to other NFC and Wi-Fi Direct devices. S Beam works in the background. Use the sharing options from your favorite apps to select content to share via S Beam. For example, you can beam pictures or videos from Gallery, or songs from Music player. Just bring the devices together (typically back to back), and then tap the screen. Turn S Beam On or Off When S Beam is turned On, you can send or receive data by touching your device to another NFC- capable device. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside S Beam to turn S Beam On or Off. Nearby Devices Share files with devices using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi. To use Nearby devices, you must connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the devices you wish to share with, and the other devices must support DLNA. Turn Sharing with Nearby Devices On or Off 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Nearby devices to turn sharing On or Off. Note: Use care when enabling file sharing. When enabled, other devices can access data on your device. Configure Options for Sharing with Nearby Devices Note: Use care when enabling file sharing. When enabled, other devices can access data on your ...
Page 164: Screen Mirroring
3. Tap Nearby devices to configure options for controlling how content is shared from your device: Shared contents: Choose the type of content to share, from Videos, Photos, or Music. Allowed devices list: View and manage a list of devices allowed to connect to your device. Not-allowed devices list: View and manage a list of devices restricted from connecting to your device. Download to: Choose a location to save downloaded content, from USB storage (device memory) or optional installed SD card (not included). Upload from other devices: Choose how to handle incoming files from other devices, from Always accept, Always ask, or Always reject. Screen Mirroring With Screen mirroring, you can share your device’s screen with another device, using an optional AllShare Cast accessory and A-to-A HDMI cable (accessories not included). Turn Screen Mirroring On or Off 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Screen mirroring, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Screen Mirroring to turn Screen mirroring On or Off. Note: Tap > Help to find instructions for using Screen mirroring to connect to a device. Sound Configure the sounds and vibrations your phone plays, for incoming calls, notifications, screen ...
Page 165: Vibration Intensity
Ringtone Notifications System 3. Tap OK to save the settings. Vibration Intensity Set the level for vibration to accompany ringtones and notifications. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap Vibration intensity to set vibrations. Drag the sliders to set the vibration intensity for: Incoming call Notification Haptic feedback 3. Tap OK to save the settings. Ringtones Choose a ringtone for incoming calls. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap Ringtones to choose a ringtone: Tap a ringtone to select it. As you tap a ringtone, a sample plays. Tap Add to choose a music track from Google Play Music, a sound file from Dropbox, or use ...
Page 166: Default Notification Sound
Tap Create to create your own vibration pattern. 3. Tap OK to save the setting. Default Notification Sound Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap Default notification sound to choose a notification tone. 3. Tap a sound to play a sample and select the sound. 4. Tap OK to save the setting. Vibrate When Ringing When Vibrate when ringing is enabled, a vibration plays for calls and notifications, along with the ringtone or sound. You can use the Vibrations setting to customize the vibration. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap the check box beside Vibrate when ringing to enable or disable the option. Dialing Keypad Tone When Dialing keypad tone is enabled, tones play when you tap keys on the Phone keypad. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 167: Screen Lock Sound
Screen Lock Sound When Screen lock sound is enabled, tones play when you touch the screen to lock or unlock it. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap the check box beside Screen lock sound to enable or disable the option. Haptic Feedback When Haptic feedback is enabled, vibration plays when you tap the Menu and Back keys, and for certain screen touches. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap the check box beside Haptic feedback to enable or disable the option. Emergency Tone You can choose to have a sound or vibration play periodically during an emergency call. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap Emergency tone to select a tone: Off: No tone or vibration plays during emergency calls. Alert: A tone plays during emergency calls.
Page 168: Samsung Applications Sound Settings
Samsung Applications Sound Settings You can configure options for sound used in Samsung apps. Call Sound Settings Configure sounds your phone makes during phone calls. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound > Call, and then configure sounds: Call alerts: Vibrate on connection to network: When enabled, your phone will vibrate when a call connects to the network. Call-end vibration: When enabled, the phone vibrates when the other caller ends the call. Call connect tone: When enabled, the phone plays a tone when the other caller answers a call. Minute minder: When enabled, a tone plays once per minute during a call. Call end tone: When enabled, the device plays a tone when the other caller ends the ...
Page 169 Off: Use the default call sound settings. Noise reduction: When enabled, your phone uses noise reduction to minimize background noise during calls. Increase volume in pocket: When enabled, this setting uses the proximity sensor to detect when the device is in a pocket or other close-fitting location such as a purse or bag, and increases the volume for incoming call ringtones. Message Sound Settings Configure sounds your phone uses for messaging. Note: If you have assigned a default messaging app other than Messages (for example, Google Hangouts), you will not be able to access the Messages sound settings options. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound > Message, and then configure sounds: Notifications: Choose whether notifications for new messages display in the status bar. Select ringtone: Set the ringtone for your message notifications. Vibrate: Choose whether vibration plays along with the ringtone for new message notifications. Message alert repetition: Choose how often your phone notifies you of new message(s). Email Sound Settings Configure sounds your phone uses for emails. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 170: Samsung Keyboard
1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound > Calendar, and then configure sounds: Set alerts and notifications: Choose how you want your phone to alert you to Calendar events. Select ringtone: Choose a ringtone to play for notifications for Calendar notifications. Vibration: When enabled, vibration plays for notifications for new email for Calendar notifications. Samsung Keyboard Choose whether the phone plays sounds or vibrations when you touch keys on the Samsung keyboard to enter text. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap the check box beside an option to enable or disable it. HDMI Audio Output Choose the type of sound output when you attach your phone to another device via HDMI cable. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap Audio output to choose whether sound is output as Stereo or ...
Page 171: Display Settings
2. Tap Sound, and then tap Adapt Sound. 3. Read the information and connect optional earphones (not included). 4. Tap Start, and then follow the prompts. Display Settings Configure your phone’s display options. Brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, or to your personal preference. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap Brightness to configure options: Tap the checkmark beside Automatic brightness to allow the phone to adjust brightness automatically. To set a custom brightness level, clear the Automatic brightness checkmark and then touch and drag the Brightness level. 3. Tap OK to save the settings. Screen Timeout Screen timeout lets you select how long the display screen remains lit after you press any key. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap Screen timeout to choose a time period. Touch Key Light Duration This feature allows you to set the length of time the ...
Page 172: Screen Mode
Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap Screen mode to configure these options: Adapt display: Tap the check box to enable or disable automatic optimization of the screen to match the type of image being displayed and other criteria, such as battery level. When Adapt display is disabled, select a specific screen mode to match the content you display. Reading Mode When turned On, your phone automatically adjusts screen settings when you use selected applications. You can choose the apps that will use the option. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Reading mode to turn the option On or Off. After you turn the option On, tap Reading mode to choose apps that will use this option. Auto Adjust Screen Tone When Auto adjust screen tone is enabled, your device automatically analyzes the screen and adjusts the screen tone to conserve battery power. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. ...
Page 173: Daydream
Daydream The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the phone is docked, or while charging. You can choose to display a Colors screen, or display photos stored on your phone. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Daydream to turn the option On or Off. When On, you can configure these options: Colors: Tap the selector to enable or disable display of a colorful screen. Flipboard: Display pictures from Flipboard. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. Google Photos: Display pictures from Google Photos. Photo Frame: Tap the selector to enable or disable display of pictures in a photo frame. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. Photo Table: Tap the selector to enable or disable display of pictures in a photo table. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. 3. Tap Start now to switch to daydream, or tap Select dream time to choose when daydream displays, from While docked, While charging, or All. Auto Rotate Screen When Auto rotate screen is enabled, the screen automatically updates when you rotate the phone. ...
Page 174: Edit After Screen Capture
Edit After Screen Capture When Edit after screen capture is enabled, screens you capture are automatically displayed, so you can add a note. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap Edit after screen capture to enable or disable the option. LED Indicator The LED indicator on the front of the device displays when the device is locked, to notify you of status changes and events. Use LED indicator settings to configure how the LED functions. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap LED indicator, and then tap the check box beside options to enable or disable the option: Charging: When enabled, the LED glows red during charging, and green when the battery is fully charged and a charger is still attached. Low battery: When enabled, the LED blinks red to indicate low battery charge. Notifications: When enabled, the LED blinks blue to show that you have missed calls, new messages, or application events. Voice recording: When enabled, the LED blinks blue when recording with the screen turned off. Lock Screen The following topics outline how you can improve phone security by configuring screen lock settings.
Page 175: Set A Swipe Screen Lock
Set a Swipe Screen Lock When a Swipe screen is set, you swipe your finger across the screen to unlock the device. This is the default screen lock on your phone, and offers no security, but you can set special lock screen options. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Tap Swipe. Configure Swipe Screen Lock Options When you select a Swipe screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Swipe unlock heading:. Multiple widgets: When enabled, widgets can be accessed by swiping the lock screen from side to side. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On, and then tap Multiple widgets to choose an option. Clock widget options: Configure options for displaying a clock on the lock screen, with optional date and weather information. Shortcuts: When turned On, you can choose to display shortcut(s) to the Camera, or to a ...
Page 176: Set A Signature Screen Lock
Action Memo on lock screen: When enabled, you can press the S Pen button and double-tap the lock screen with S Pen to open Action Memo. Help text: When enabled, your phone displays helpful hints on the lock screen. Set a Signature Screen Lock When a Signature screen lock is enabled, you unlock the device by signing with S Pen on the screen. This option offers low security, because someone who can imitate your signature can access your phone. When you set up a Signature screen lock, you will also set up a back-up PIN screen lock. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Tap Signature, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock signature. Configure Signature Screen Lock Options When you select a Signature screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Signature unlock heading: ...
Page 177: Set A Pattern Screen Lock
Set a Pattern Screen Lock When a Pattern screen lock is set, you draw a pattern, which you create, on the screen to unlock the device. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Tap Pattern, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock pattern. Configure Pattern Screen Lock Options When you select a Pattern screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen: 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Secured with pattern heading: Clock widget options: Choose options for displaying a clock on the lock screen. Personal message: When turned On, the lock screen displays a message you create. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On, and then tap Personal message to enter the message. Owner information: Enter text to display on the lock screen. ...
Page 178: Set A Password Screen Lock
3. Tap PIN, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock PIN. Configure PIN Screen Lock Options When you select a PIN screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Secured with PIN heading: Clock widget options: Choose options for displaying a clock on the lock screen. Personal message: When turned On, the lock screen displays a message you create. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On, and then tap Personal message to enter the message. Owner information: Enter text to display on the lock screen. Lock automatically: When enabled, the screen will automatically lock when the screen times out, or after a period of time you set. Lock instantly with power key: When enabled, you can lock the screen instantly by pressing the Power/Lock Key. Action Memo on lock screen: When enabled, you can press the S Pen button and double-tap the lock screen with S Pen to open Action Memo.
Page 179: Wallpaper
message. Owner information: Enter text to display on the lock screen. Lock automatically: When enabled, the screen will automatically lock when the screen times out, or after a period of time you set. Lock instantly with power key: When enabled, you can lock the screen instantly by pressing the Power/Lock Key. Action Memo on lock screen: When enabled, you can press the S Pen button and double-tap the lock screen with S Pen to open Action Memo. Wallpaper Customize the background of the Home and Lock screens. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Wallpaper, and then choose a screen to customize, from Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. 3. Choose a source for wallpaper: Gallery: Select a picture from Gallery. Follow the prompts to crop the picture and save it as ...
Page 180: Notification Panel Settings
Tip: To find new fonts, tap Get fonts online to access new fonts in the Google Play Store. Notification Panel Settings Configure options for the Notification panel, available when you swipe your finger down from Status bar at the top of the screen. At the top of the Notification panel, you can control settings with the Quick setting buttons. Choose Quick setting buttons in Notification panel settings. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Notification panel, and then configure settings: Brightness adjustment: Tap the check box to display a slider for adjusting the screen brightness on the Notification panel. Set the quick setting buttons: Quick setting buttons display at the top of the Notification panel, to allow you to set favorite options quickly. Touch and hold a button, and then drag it into a new position in either list. Easy Mode Easy mode provides an easier experience for the first-time smartphone user. You can choose the Easy mode at any time, to use a simpler layout and bigger icons. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Easy mode, and tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On. Tip: You can tap Easy mode to learn more about it. Accessibility Your device offers features to make using the device easier for those with certain physical ...
Page 181 Speak passwords: When enabled, your phone will read aloud password characters as you enter them. Answering/ending calls: When enabled, you can accept incoming calls by pressing the Home Key, answer calls with voice commands, or end calls by pressing the Power/Lock Key. Easy touch mode: When enabled, you can tap the screen to stop/snooze alarms, calendar event notifications, timer alerts, and to accept or reject incoming calls. Show shortcut: When enabled, a shortcut to Accessibility settings displays on the Device options menu. The Device options menu displays when you press and hold the Power/Lock Key. Manage accessibility: Save and update your accessibility settings by exporting them as a file or importing a previously-saved file, or share the file. Export: Save your accessibility settings as a file, to back it up, or to share it. Update: Update your phone’s accessibility settings from a previously-exported file. Share via: Send a file containing your accessibility settings via Dropbox, Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, SideSync, or Wi-Fi Direct. Android Beam: Send a file containing your accessibility settings via NFC, to another NFC-capable device. Services: Tap TalkBack to activate the TalkBack feature and configure options. If you have downloaded and installed other services, you can enable or disable them here.
Page 182 Turn off all sounds: When enabled, every sound made by the phone is turned off, including screen taps, notifications, and call sounds. Hearing aids: Enable or disable hearing aid compatibility. Flash notification: When enabled, your phone blinks the Camera flash when you receive a notification. Google subtitles: When turned On, your phone displays Google subtitles where available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On or Off, and then tap Google subtitles to configure options like Language, Text size, and Caption style. Samsung subtitles: When turned On, your phone displays Samsung subtitles where available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On or Off, and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options. Mobility: Assistant menu: Control the display of a special menu to improve device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. After turning the feature On, tap Assistant menu to choose options. Tap Dominant hand to choose whether the menu displays on the left or right side of the screen, and tap Edit to choose features to display on the Assistant menu. Press and hold delay: Choose how long your phone waits during a screen touch and ...
Page 183: Call Settings
functions (Power/Lock Key, Volume Key, etc.) will be turned off, and app notifications will only be shown in the Notification panel and Status bar. Call Settings Configure options for calling with your phone. Call Rejection Create and manage a list of phone numbers, to have your device automatically reject calls you receive from those numbers. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Call rejection to configure these options: Auto reject mode: When All numbers is selected, calls from all numbers are rejected. When Auto reject numbers is selected, calls from numbers on the Auto reject list are rejected. Auto reject list: Enter telephone numbers, to reject calls from the numbers when Auto reject mode is turned On. Tap to enter a telephone number, or select a number from a contact. Tap Match criteria to set options for using the reject number list. Tap the check box beside Unavailable to reject calls with numbers that display “Unavailable” in Caller ID. Set Up Call Rejection Messages Create and manage text messages to send to callers when rejecting incoming calls. Messages you ...
Page 184: Turn Off Screen During Calls
1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Answering/ending calls to configure these options: The home key answers calls: When enabled, you can answer incoming calls by pressing the Home key. Voice control: When turned On, you can answer calls by speaking commands. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Voice control On, and then tap Voice control to configure the Incoming calls option. When enabled, you can answer or reject calls with the voice commands “Answer” and “Reject”. When you answer a call with a voice command, the Speaker will automatically turn on for hands-free calls. The power key ends calls: When enabled, you can end calls by pressing the Power key. In this case, pressing the power key during a call will not lock the screen. Turn Off Screen During Calls When enabled, the screen automatically turns off during phone calls, and uses the sensor on the front of the device to turn the screen back on when you move the device is brought close to another object, such as when you move the device to your ear. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 185: Incoming Call Notifications
Incoming Call Notifications When enabled, a notification displays on the screen for incoming calls, when the screen is on. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Incoming call notifications to enable or disable the option. Call Accessories Configure options for using a headset. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Call accessories to configure settings: Automatic answering: When enabled, and you have a headset connected to the Headset Jack, incoming calls are answered automatically after a delay, which you can set at Automatic answering timer. Tap to enable or disable the setting. Automatic answering timer: Choose a time period to delay before automatically answering an incoming call when Automatic answering is enabled and a headset is connected to the device. Tap to choose 2 seconds, 5 seconds, or 10 seconds. Outgoing call conditions: When the device is paired with a Bluetooth headset, you can choose to make calls even when the device is locked. Tap to choose Even when device locked, or Only when device unlocked.
Page 186: Personalize Call Sound
Tap Vibrate when ringing to play a vibration for incoming calls. The vibration pattern is set at the Vibrations setting. Tap the check box beside Keypad tones to enable or disable tones for keypad taps. Personalize Call Sound Choose options for call audio, in cases where you might need the sound softer or more clear, or optimized for your right or left ear. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Personalize call sound. 3. Tap a setting, and then configure options if available. Noise Reduction When enabled, Noise reduction suppresses background noise from your environment during calls. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Noise reduction to enable or disable noise reduction. Increase Volume in Pocket When enabled, this setting uses the proximity sensor to detect when the device is in a pocket or other close-fitting location such as a purse or bag, and increases the volume for incoming call ringtones.
Page 187: International Dialing
International Dialing When US dialing is enabled, it uses the International dialing code to replace “+”. US dialing must be disabled to access the International dialing code. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap the check box beside US dialing to disable the setting. US dialing must be disabled to access the International dialing setting. 3. Tap International dialing, and then use the keypad to enter the international dialing code. 4. Tap OK to save the code. TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications phone that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY phones. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY phone to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and TTY phone will connect using a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY phone, contact your TTY phone manufacturer to purchase the connector cable. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap TTY mode to choose a mode, from TTY Off, TTY Full, TTY HCO, or TTY VCO. Hearing Aids When enabled, the Hearing aids option adjusts your phone’s settings to improve compatibility with ...
Page 188: Voicemail Settings
1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap DTMF tones to choose a tone length, from Normal, or Long. Voicemail Settings Set options for Voicemail-to-text service. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Voicemail settings to configure options for voicemail-to-text. Voice Privacy When enabled, Voice privacy activates Enhanced privacy mode, to improve the security of voice calls. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap the check box beside Voice privacy to enable or disable enhanced privacy mode. Blocking Mode When Blocking mode is turned On, notifications for selected features are blocked, and you only receive the notifications you choose. You can choose to block notifications by feature or contact, and choose blocking all the time, or during a specific time period. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Blocking mode, and then configure options: ...
Page 189: Language And Input
1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap Language to select a language. Set a Default Input Method The following procedure allows you to select and set the default method you will use when accessing the keyboard. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap Default to select the default input method. Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is an onscreen QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap beside Samsung keyboard to configure these options: Settings...
Page 190 Input languages: Tap Select input languages to choose language(s) for use with Samsung keyboard. When you have more than one language enabled, you can slide your finger on the space bar while entering text to switch languages. Predictive text: Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn predictive text On or Off. Predictive text suggests words matching your text entries, and optionally, complete common words automatically. Tap Predictive text to configure options: Live word update: When enabled, predictive text automatically updates with popular new words. Personalized data: When enabled, predictive text uses personal language data you have entered to make better predictions. Samsung keyboard can collect all the text you enter, including personal data and credit card numbers, in order to give better prediction results. Learn from Facebook: When Personalized data is enabled, you can log into Facebook to allow your device to learn from your Facebook postings. Learn from Gmail: When Personalized data is enabled, you can log into Gmail to allow your device to learn from your Gmail email. Learn from Twitter: When Personalized data is enabled, you can log into Twitter to allow your device to learn from your Twitter postings. ...
Page 191: Swype Settings
SwiftKey Flow: When enabled, you can enter text by swiping your finger across the keyboard. Cursor control: When enabled, you can slide your finger across the keyboard to move the cursor to begin entering text. Key-tap feedback: Enable or disable options for sound or vibration feedback to your onscreen keyboard touches. Sound: When enabled, a sound plays for your key touches. Vibration: When enabled, a vibration plays for your key touches. Character preview: When enabled, the character appears in a bubble as you tap keys. Pen detection: When enabled, the Samsung keyboard switches to handwriting recognition mode when you remove the S-Pen. Help: Learn about Samsung Keyboard. Reset settings: Return settings to the defaults. Swype Settings Swype is a new way to enter text on touch screens. Instead of touching each key individually, use your finger to trace over the letters of a word. For each word, place your finger on the first letter and glide to the subsequent letters, lifting on the last letter. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap beside Swype to configure options: ...
Page 192 Next word prediction: When enabled, Swype predicts the next word based on the previous word. Show Voice key: When enabled, a Voice input key displays on the Swype keyboard. Themes: Choose options for customizing the Swype keyboard to your preferences. Portrait keyboard: Choose the size and position of the keyboard when the phone is in portrait (upright) orientation. Landscape keyboard: Choose the size and position of the keyboard when the phone is landscape (on its side) orientation. Keyboard height: Set the height of the keyboard for use in portrait and landscape orientations. Word choice list font size: Choose the size font used for words that Swype offers during word prediction. My Words: Choose options for customizing Swype based on your text entries. Backup & Sync: Use Swype Connect to back up your words. Living Language: When enabled, Swype will automatically update with popular new words.
Page 193: Google Voice Typing Settings
Google Voice Typing Settings Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. When you enable Google voice typing, it’s available for use when you touch a field to enter text. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap the check box beside Google voice typing to enable or disable the feature. 3. Tap beside Google voice typing to configure options: Choose input languages: Select language(s) to use for voice input, or choose Automatic to let Google decide. Block offensive words: Tap the check box to control whether Google displays words generally recognized as offensive. Download offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, to allow you to use voice input while not connected to the network, such as during Airplane mode. Handwriting Recognition Choose a default language for text you enter by writing on the screen with your finger or the ...
Page 194: Pointer Speed
Speech output: Choose options for speech output. Block offensive words: When enabled, words many people find offensive are not shown in results of Google voice searches. Offensive words are replaced in results with a placeholder (####). Hotword detection: When enabled, you can say “Google” to launch voice search. Download offline speech recognition: Download speech recognition, to enable voice input while offline. Personalized recognition: Enable to have your device improve recognition based on your speech. Available when you have a Google account set up on your phone. Google Account dashboard: View and manage your collected data. Available when you have a Google account set up on your phone. Bluetooth headset: Records audio through a Bluetooth headset, when using an optional Bluetooth headset (not included), paired with your phone. Text-to-speech Options Text-to-speech (TTS) provides audible readout of text, for example, the contents of text messages and the Caller ID for incoming calls. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap Text-to-speech options: ...
Page 195: Voice Control
Voice Control When Voice control is turned On, you can use voice commands to control your phone. Note: If you set the alert type for calls or notifications to vibrate, voice command is not available. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Voice control, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Voice control to turn the feature On or Off. 3. After you turn the feature On, you can configure options: Incoming calls: When enabled, you can answer or reject calls with the voice commands “Answer” and “Reject”. When you answer a call with the voice command, the Speaker will automatically be turned on for hands-free talking. Alarm: When enabled, you can stop or snooze alarms with the voice commands “Stop” and “Snooze”. Camera: When enabled, you can take pictures with the voice commands “Smile”, “Cheese”, “Capture”, and “Shoot”. Music: When enabled, you can control the music player with the voice commands “Next”, “Previous”, “Pause”, “Play”, “Volume Up”, and “Volume Down”. Hands-Free Mode When Hands-free mode is On, your phone automatically reads out notifications. You can choose the types of notifications to be read out. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Hands-free mode, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Hands-free mode to turn the feature On or Off.
Page 196: S Pen
Pen detachment options: Choose an option to automatically display when you detach the S Pen from the phone. Pen attach/detach sound: Choose a sound to be played when the pen is attached or detached. One-Handed Operation Use One-handed operation settings to adjust the position of your phone’s screens to help you to use it with only one hand. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap One-handed operation to configure options: Use for all screens: When enabled, you can adjust the position of any screen to the left or right, to make it easier to use with one hand. Adjust the screen by swiping the edge of the screen. Keypad and in-call buttons: When enabled, the Phone keypad and in-call buttons can be moved to the left or the right to make them easier to use with one hand. Adjust the keypad and buttons by swiping the edge of the screen. Samsung keyboard: When enabled, the Samsung keyboard can be moved to the left or the right to make it easier to use with one hand. Adjust the keyboard position by swiping the Settings...
Page 197: Air Gesture Settings
edge of the screen. Calculator: When enabled, the Calculator keypad can be moved to the left or the right to make it easier to use with one hand. Adjust the calculator position by swiping the edge of the screen. Unlock pattern: When enabled, the pattern lock screen can be moved to the left or the right to make it easier to use with one hand. Adjust the pattern position by swiping the edge of the screen. Note: Tap Learn about on-handed operation for more information about using one-handed options. Air Gesture Settings Use Air gestures to control your device, without touching it. Gestures you make are detected by the sensor on the front of the phone, to the right of the Earpiece. The sensor will detect smooth, steady gestures up to 3 inches away. The Air gesture icon displays in the Status bar when you have Air gesture option turned On, and the current app supports Air gestures. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Air gesture, and then configure options: Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Air gesture to turn the option On or Off. Learn about sensor and icon: Tap for information about using air gestures. ...
Page 198: Air View
Air View Use Air view to display helpful information by hovering your finger, or the S Pen, over the screen. For some Air view gestures, you can choose to have your phone recognize the specific gestures exclusively with your finger, or the S Pen, or either input. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Air view, and then configure options: Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Air view to turn the option On or Off. Air view mode: Choose whether Air view recognizes gestures with your finger only, the S Pen only, or automatically recognizes gestures regardless of how they’re made. Air view pen options: Choose what will display when you hover the S Pen over items on the screen. Information preview: Displays preview information (if available), the full text, or a zoomed-in image. Progress preview: Displays a scene, or the elapsed time, when you hover the S Pen over the progress bar during video playback. Speed dial preview: When you hover the S Pen over a number key on the Phone dialer, the contact assigned to that number’s speed dial displays. Icon labels: When you hover the S Pen over an app icon, the icon’s label displays. ...
Page 199: Air Command
Sound and haptic feedback: When you hover your finger over air view items, the phone plays sounds and vibrations as feedback. Air Command When Air command is turned On, you can press the button on the S Pen while hovering above the screen to see a menu of air command features you can use. Air command features include: Action Memo Scrapbooker Screen write S Finder Pen window 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Air command to turn the option On or Off. Motions With Motions, you can control your phone by moving it in specific ways. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Motions, and then configure options: Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Motions to turn the option On or Off. Direct call: When turned On, you can lift the device to your ear while viewing a contact to call the contact whose recent call, message, or contact details are displayed on the screen. ...
Page 200: Palm Motion
Mute/pause: When turned On, you can mute incoming calls and pause playback by turning the phone screen-side down. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On or Off, and then tap Mute/pause to see an example of the motion. Palm Motion Use Palm motion to control your phone by motions with the palm of your hand. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Palm motion, and then configure options: Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Palm motion to turn the option On or Off. Capture screen: When turned On, you can save a copy of the current screen to the clipboard by swiping the side of your hand across the screen in a left or right motion. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On or Off, and then tap Capture screen to see an example of the motion. Mute/pause: When On, you can mute incoming calls, message notifications, and alarms, and pause music or video playback by covering the screen with your hand. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option On or Off, and then tap Mute/pause to see an example of the motion. Smart Screen Use Smart screen options to have your phone automatically adjust screen timeout, rotation when it detects you are looking at the screen, and control scrolling and playback based whether you are facing the screen. Smart screen options use the front camera to detect when you are facing the screen. Some factors that may affect the ability of the front camera to detect your face are: When the phone is not docked or held upright, for example when placed on a table. When the front camera cannot detect your face and eyes. When the front camera is being used for the current application.
Page 201: Smart Rotation
1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Smart screen, and then tap the check box beside Smart stay to enable or disable the option. Note: Tap Smart screen for tips on using the feature. Smart Rotation When Smart rotation is enabled, the screen automatically updates to match the angle at which you are viewing. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Smart screen, and then tap the check box beside Smart rotation to enable or disable the option. Note: Tap Smart rotation for tips on using the feature. Smart Pause When Smart pause is enabled, the phone will automatically pause video playback when you look away from the screen. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap Smart screen, and then tap the check box beside Smart pause to enable or disable the option. Note: Tap Smart pause for tips on using the feature. Smart Scroll When Smart scroll is enabled, the phone will scroll the screen display according to the tilt of the ...
Page 202: Auto-Adjust Touch Sensitivity
Speed: Drag the slider to set the speed at which pages will scroll. Visual Feedback display: When enabled, an icon will display when Smart scroll is in use. Auto-Adjust Touch Sensitivity When Auto-adjust touch sensitivity is enabled, the screen’s sensitivity adjusts automatically, depending on the type of material displayed on the screen. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Controls. 2. Tap the check box beside Auto-adjust touch sensitivity to enable or disable the option. Accounts When you set up accounts on your phone, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, and your email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your phone and the account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, and other types of files. Add an Account Add an account to your phone to share information between your phone and the account. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account, and then choose a type of account. 3. Follow the prompts to enter your account credentials and complete the account set up. Configure Account Settings You can access and configure many of your account settings, including sync frequency, from the ...
Page 203: Cloud
Cloud Configure options for managing your personal data, including setting up accounts to upload information to cloud-based services, such as synchronization and backup. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Cloud, and then configure options: Tap Add account to sign in to your Samsung account, or create a new Samsung account. You can sync contacts, calendar events, memos, and Internet shortcuts. You can back up Logs, SMS and MMS messages, and current wallpaper settings. Tap Link Dropbox account to sign in to your Dropbox account, or set up a new account, to sync pictures, videos and documents Backup and Reset Use Backup and reset settings to configure options for backing up data from your phone to a Google account. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Backup and reset, and then configure options: Back up my data: Tap the check box to turn On automatic backup to a Google account, and then set up an account for the backups. Backup account: When Back up my data is turned On, set up a Google account for ...
Page 204: Accessory
1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Date and time to configure settings: Automatic date and time: When enabled, the device takes date and time updates from the wireless network. Set date: Enter the current date (only available when Automatic date and time is disabled). Set time: Enter the current time (only available when the Automatic setting is disabled). Automatic time zone: When enabled, the device takes the time zone from the wireless network. Select time zone: Choose your local time zone (only available when the Automatic setting is disabled). Use 24-hour format: Set the format for time displays. Select date format: Set the format for date displays. Accessory Configure your device’s behavior when it is connected to an optional dock (not included). 1. ...
Page 205: Application Manager
Select info shown cover: Choose what kind of information displays in the S View window when you are using an optional S View cover accessory (not included). HDMI: Configure settings when you connect your phone to other devices via an optional HDMI cable (not included). Audio output: Choose a destination for audio output when you connect to devices via HDMI cable. Application Manager You can download and install applications from the Google Play Store or Samsung Apps, or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your device. Use Application manager to manage applications on your device. Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Application manager, and then tap Downloaded, SD Card, Running, or All to view the status of apps and services. Tap an app or service for more information, and for app options, such as stopping and uninstalling. Default Applications If you have installed multiple apps that perform the same kind of task, for example more than one messaging app, you can choose the app you want to use as the default. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Default applications to configure options: ...
Page 206: Power Saving Mode
1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Battery to view battery usage for apps and services. Tap an item for more information, or to configure options for managing power use. Tap Show battery percentage to enable or disable display of remaining battery percentage on the battery level indicator in the Status bar. Power Saving Mode Configure Power saving mode settings to conserve battery power. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Power saving mode to configure options: Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Power saving mode to turn the mode On or Off. Power saving mode must be turned On to configure settings. CPU power saving: When enabled, the maximum performance of the device’s CPU (Central Processing Unit) is disabled to conserve battery power. Tap the check box beside the option to enable or disable it. Screen power saving: When enabled, the frame refresh rate and brightness level are reduced to conserve power. Tap the check box beside the option to enable or disable it.
Page 207: Security
Mount SD card: Prepare an optional memory card (not included) for use as storage in the phone. This option is only available if an optional memory card is installed, and is not already mounted. Usually, your phone mounts a memory card as soon as you install it. Unmount SD card: Prepare an installed optional memory card for safe removal or formatting. Format SD card: Permanently remove all content from an optional installed memory card. After formatting, the content cannot be retrieved. Security Configure options for securing information on your phone. Encryption You can encrypt accounts, settings, downloaded apps and their data, media, and other files. After encryption, you must enter the PIN or password you set each time you turn on your phone. You can also encrypt information stored on an optional installed memory card (not included). Encryption may take an hour or more to complete. Start with a charged battery, and keep the device on the charger until encryption is complete. Interrupting the encryption process may result in the loss of some or all data. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Encrypt device: Tap Set screen lock type to start, and then follow the prompts to encrypt information. Encrypt external SD card: Tap Set screen lock type to start, and then follow the prompts to encrypt information on an optional installed memory card (not included).
Page 208: Device Administration
Device administrators: Tap to view, add, or remove device administrators. Unknown sources: Tap the check box to enable or disable your phone’s ability to install apps from sources other than Google Play Store. Verify apps: Tap the check box to enable or disable a warning before installing apps that may cause harm. Change security level: Choose a security level. Security Update Service Choose options for updating your phone’s security policy. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Security policy updates: When enabled, your phone will automatically check for changes to the security policy and download any updates, to improve security and service. Send security reports: When enabled, your phone will automatically send encrypted security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Credential Storage You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other credentials. Settings...
Page 209: Activate This Device
1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Storage type: The type of storage used for credentials (not configurable). Trusted credentials: Tap to view credentials you’ve installed. Install from phone storage: Tap to install encrypted certificates from an optional installed memory card (not included). Clear credentials: Tap to clear stored credentials and reset the password (only available when credentials are installed). Activate This Device Connect to the network and activate your device. If your device is already activated, use this option to view information about your plan and usage. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap Activate this device, and then follow the prompts to activate your device on the network. System Update Use System update options to update your phone’s internal software. 1. Press and tap ...
Page 210: About Device
About Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. Press and tap > Settings > General. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: Software version: View your phone’s software version. Hardware version: View the hardware version of your device. Status: View information about your device’s current status. Legal information: Display open source licenses Google legal information, Samsung legal information, and a Privacy Alert. Device name: View your device’s name, and enter a new name if desired. Model number: View your device’s model number. Android version: View the firmware version of your device. Baseband version: View the baseband version of your device. Kernel version: View the kernel version of your device. Build number: View the build number of your device.
Page 211: Copyright Information
Copyright Information ©2013 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. ©2013 Samsung. Samsung, Galaxy Note, S Beam, S Pen, Air view, Air command, and Air gesture are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. ©2013 Google. Gmail, Hangouts, Google Maps, YouTube, Android, Google, Picasa, Google Books, Google Mobile Services, and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc. Other marks are property of their respective owners. Screen images simulated. Appearance of device may vary. Copyright Information...
Page 212: Index
Index 1Weather 86 Back Key 8 Back View 1 Backup and Reset 191 BaconReader 86 3-Way Calling 41 Battery Install 1 Settings 193 4G 89 Blocking Mode 176 Bluetooth 103, 122 Connect to a Car Kit 122 Receive Information 125 About Device 198 Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit 123 Access Contacts 45 Send Information 124 Accessibility 168 The Bluetooth Settings Menu 122 Settings 168 Turn Bluetooth On or Off 122 Accessory 192 Unpair 123 Account Passwords 5 Bluetooth Settings 144 Accounts 190 Brightness 159 Email 55 Browser 93 Gmail 53 Manage 6 Services 6 Social Network 67 Calculator 110 Action Memo 106 Calendar 107 Activate This Device 197 Add Event 107 Activation 3 Erase Events 109 Adapt Sound 158...
Page 213 Settings 97 Download the Desktop Application 111 Take a Picture 95 Manually Uploading a Picture to CBS Sports 86 Dropbox 112 Chrome 93 DTMF Tones 175 Clock 110 Cloud 191 Conference Calling 41 Earpiece 8 Configure Account Settings 190 Easy Mode 168 Contact Edit After Screen Capture 162 Assign Ringtone 48 Editing Text 31 Contacts 45 Email 55 Add 46 Add an Email Account 55 Adding Entries to Your Favorites 50 Compose 56 Assign Picture 48 Corporate Accounts 55 Delete Contact 49 Delete an Email Account 61 Edit 48 Manage Inbox 57 Edit Contacts 48 Reply or Forward Email 57 Get Started 45 Settings 58 Groups 50 Email Message Linking 49 Make call from 34 Make call from 33 Emergency Numbers 34 Options 45 Emergency Tone 155 Save a number 47...
Page 214 Google Play Movies 81 International Roaming Status Google Play Music 77 Messages 137 Google Play Newsstand 82 International Service Google Play Store 70 Contact Sprint for Assistance 138 Install an App 70 International Voicemail Google Search 113 Access 135 Google Settings 113 International Voicemail Troubleshooting 135 Google Voice Search 113 Google Voice Typing 28, 181 Configuring 29 Using 28 Keyboard 177, 179 Google Wallet 71 Samsung 177, 179 Google+ 69, 103 KNOX 114 Group Creating a New Group 50 Group Play 82 Language and Input 177 LED indicator 8 LED Indicator 162 Hands-Free Mode 183 Location Settings 146 Handwriting Recognition 181 Lock Screen Hangouts 69 Settings 162 Haptic Feedback 155 Logs 43 HDMI Audio Output 158 Logs Options 44 Headset Jack 9 Lookout Security 120...
Page 215 microSD Card Phone 32 Format a Memory Card 128 Call options 40 Insert a Memory Card 126 Layout 8 Unmount a Memory Card 128 Touch Gestures 17 View Memory Card Usage 128 Phone calls MMS Messaging 61 Using contacts 33 Mobile Networks 148 Phone Calls More Networks Settings 147 Emergency numbers 34 Motion Gestures 13 From email messages 34 Motions 187 From text messages 33 Multi Window 16 Make calls 32 Settings 160 Receive 35 Music 77 Using phone keypad 32 Google Play Music 77 Using recent calls 33 Player 77 Phone Motions 13 Sprint Music Plus 80 Picasa 103 Mute Ringer 35 PIN Screen Lock 165 My Files 114 Pinch 21 My Magazine 76 Play Store 70 Plus (+) Code Dialing 133 Pointer Speed 182 Polaris Office 5 115 Navigation 72 Power Key 8...
Page 216 Settings 188 Easy Clip 11 Smart Scroll 14, 189 Launch Memo 12 Smart Stay 14, 188 Overview 10 Removing 10 Messaging 61 Screen Capture 12 Social Network Accounts 67 Settings 184 Sound Settings 152 Using 11 Speaker 9 S Pen Settings 11 Speech Settings 181 S Translator 119 Speed Dialing 42 S Voice 120 Spread 21 Samsung Account 54 Sprint 411 6 Samsung Applications Sound Settings 156 Sprint Account 5 Samsung Apps 73 Sprint Operator Services 7 Samsung Hub 73 Sprint TV & Movies 76 Use Samsung Hub 73 Sprint Worldwide Data Services Samsung Keyboard 29, 158, 177, 179 Get Started 136 Samsung Link 84 Sprint Worldwide Info 132 Settings 85 Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service 132 Share Media with Another Device 85 Sprint Zone 83 Scout 72 Status Bar 26 Scrapbook 116...
Page 217 Tools 106 Greeting 39 Touch 18 International 134 Touch and Hold 18 Notification 36 Touch Key Light Duration 159 Password 5 Touch Sounds 154 Retrieve messages 36 Touchscreen Setup 4 Turn off 10 Voicemail Access Number Turn on 10 Set Up 134 TripAdvisor 119 Voicemail Settings 176 TTY Mode 175 Voicemail Setup 36 Turn Device On 9 Volume 152 Turn Off Phone 9 VPN 91, 148 Turn Off Screen During Calls 172 Add a VPN 92 Turn On Phone 9 Connect to a VPN 92 Turn Screen Off 10 Disconnect from a VPN 92 Turn Screen On 10 Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Typing 28 Connection 91 Uninstall an App 72 Wallpaper 167 Update Your Phone 130 WatchON 75 US Dialing 174 Web 88 USB Charger/Accessory port 9 Wi-Fi 88 USB Support 2...

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