Back View; Side Views - Samsung Galaxy S5 User Manual

5. Microphones are used during phone calls and allow other callers to hear you clearly when you are
speaking to them. There are two microphones on the device:
● Bottom microphone: used during handset mode.
● Top microphone: used while an active call is in the speakerphone mode and assists in noise cancellation
(2 microphone solution).
6. USB Power/Accessory connector allows you to connect a power cable or optional accessories such as a
USB/data cable.
7. Back key redisplays the previous screen or clears entries.
8. Primary Shortcuts allow quick access to important features such as Phone, Contacts, Messages, Internet,
and Apps.
9. Home screen indicator shows which Home screen is presently displayed.
10. Google Quick Search bar provides a shortcut to Google Search that allows you to search for items on the
internet.
11. Widgets are self‑contained on‑screen applications (not shortcuts). These can be placed onto any of the
available screens (Home or extended).
12. Indicator icons shows the information needed to operate your phone, such as the received signal strength,
phone battery level, time, unread Emails, missed calls, etc.
13. Front Facing Camera allows you to take pictures while facing the screen and allows you to video
conference.
14. Sensors lets you use the ambient light level to adjust the screen brightness/contrast.
The Light Sensor decreases screen brightness in dim light.
● In a bright light condition (outdoors), the sensors cause the device to increase the brightness and contrast
for better viewing.
● In dim light conditions, the device decreases the screen brightness to compensate.
The Proximity Sensor detects how close an object is to the surface of the screen. This is typically used to
detect when your face is pressed up against the screen, such as during a phone call.
● While talking on the phone, the sensor detects talk activity and locks the keypad to prevent accidental key
presses.
15. Receiver allows you to hear the other caller.

Back View

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1. Camera lens is used to take photos.
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2. Flash is used to take photos in low‑light conditions.
3. Heart Rate Sensor, when using the S Health 3.0 application, this sensor measures your heart rate via your
a fingertip (page 63).
4. External speaker allows you to hear ringers, music, and other sounds offered by your phone.
5. micro SIM Card Slot (internal) Installation location for SIM card.
6. microSD Card Slot (internal) allows you use a microSD card to expand the memory of your device.
7. IR Transmitter used to emit infrared signals used for controlling external devices.
8. Headset jack allows you to connect a hands‑free headset so you can listen to music.

Side Views

The following illustration shows the side elements of your device:
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1. Volume key allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (with the phone open) or adjust the voice
volume during a call. When receiving an incoming call:
● Pressing the volume key down mutes the ring tone.
2. Power/End key ends a call or switches the phone off and on. Press and hold for two seconds to:
● Access the audio modes for the device. Tap an on‑screen selection (Mute, Vibrate, or Sound).
● Turn the device On or Off (
), activate/deactivate Airplane mode (
● Emergency mode (
).
Important! Emergency mode is primarily intended to be a battery saving mode that provides access to limited
functionality. For Emergency functionality, including notification of emergency contacts with GPS
location and images, see "Safety assistance" on page 91.
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), or Restart the device ( ).