Table of Contents Get Started ............................ 1 Your Phone at a Glance ......................1 Set Up Your Phone ........................ 1 Activate Your Phone ......................2 Complete the Setup Process ....................3 Set Up Voicemail ........................4 Sprint Account Information and Help ..................5 Sprint Account Passwords .....................
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Notification Panel Settings ................... 26 Enter Text ..........................26 Text Input Methods ....................... 26 Google Voice Typing ....................27 Samsung Keyboard ...................... 27 Swype ........................... 28 Tips for Editing Text ..................... 29 Phone Calls ..........................31 Make Phone Calls ........................ 31 Call Using the Keypad ....................
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Configure Visual Voicemail Settings ................38 Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu ..........38 Edit the Display Name via the Voicemail Menu ............38 Phone Call Options ......................38 Options While on a Call ....................38 Caller ID ........................39 Call Waiting ........................
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Create a Google Account ..................... 52 Sign In to Your Google Account ................... 52 Access Gmail ....................... 52 Send a Gmail Message ....................53 Samsung Account........................ 53 Email ............................ 53 Add an Email Account ....................54 Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account ............54 Compose and Send Email ....................
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Sprint Music Plus ......................70 Music App ........................71 Google Play Music ....................... 71 Google Play Books ......................71 Google Play Games......................72 Google Play Movies & TV ....................72 Google Play Newsstand ...................... 72 Sprint TV & Movies ......................73 Group Play ...........................
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Video Options ....................... 86 Gallery ..........................88 View Photos and Videos ....................89 Zoom In or Out on a Photo ................... 90 Working with Photos ..................... 90 Share Photos and Videos ..................... 91 Photos ..........................94 Tools and Calendar ........................95 Calendar ..........................
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Send Information Using Bluetooth ................107 Receive Information Using Bluetooth ................. 108 microSD Card ........................109 Insert a microSD Card ....................109 Remove a microSD Card ................... 109 View microSD Card Memory ..................109 Format the microSD Card ..................110 Unmount a microSD Card ..................
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Allowed Devices ......................123 Bluetooth Settings......................124 Turn Bluetooth On or Off .................... 124 Configure Bluetooth Settings ..................124 Data Usage Settings ......................125 More Networks Settings ..................... 126 Airplane Mode ......................126 Default Messaging App ....................126 Printing ........................126 Mobile Networks ......................
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 external features. Set Up Your Phone You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone.
Insert the battery, contacts end first, and gently press the battery into place. Replace the battery cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Note: When you insert the battery, your phone may power on automatically. 2.
● 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.
This phone belongs to: Enter your First and Last name, to personalize features and apps. 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. ...
automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Touch and hold to dial voicemail. 3. Follow the system prompts to: Create your password. ...
Data Services Password With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize Premium Service purchases. For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone.
Sprint Support Services Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance from your Sprint phone. Sprint 411 Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings; movie listings or showtimes; driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information.
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 The following illustrations outline your phone’s basic layout.
● Back Key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the Notification panel, or onscreen keyboard. ● Front Camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself. ● Proximity and Light Sensors detect the presence of objects near the phone, such as when using motion settings.
● Write directly onto the calendar. ● Annotate documents (Word, Excel, PPT, PDF). ● Write a note on the back of a picture. ● Access S Note quickly from the lock screen. The following list defines the features listed in the illustration. ●...
Use the S Pen Learn about using the S Pen. ● Go back: To move to a previous screen, hold the S Pen button and draw on the screen. ● Display a menu: To display the menu from any screen, hold the S Pen button and draw on the screen.
Air View 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. ●...
2. Tap Power off > OK to power the phone off. Turn Your Screen On and Off You can turn the screen off when not in use and turn it back on and unlock it when you need it. Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use ■...
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.
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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.
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Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Phone Basics...
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Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes.
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Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. Phone Basics...
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Note: The Auto rotate option must be enabled to allow the screen orientation to automatically change. To make this selection, press and then tap > Settings > My device > Display > Auto rotate screen. See Auto Rotate Screen for more information. Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the Notifications screen.
Tip: Pinching any home screen will let you see thumbnails of all current 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.
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. 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.
Deleting Primary Shortcuts Press to display the main home screen. 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.
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.
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Bluetooth paired ® Wi-Fi active Smart screen enabled Vibrate Mute Speakerphone Active Network (full signal) Network (roaming) 3G Coverage 4G Coverage Airplane Mode Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Notification Icons Icon Description Missed call New email New Gmail New message New voicemail Event USB connection...
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.
Automatic field allows you to select additional languages. Configure Google Voice Typing ■ Press and tap > Settings > My device > Language and input, and then beside Google voice typing. Samsung Keyboard With Samsung Keyboard, it's easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers. Phone Basics...
Google Voice typing to enter text by speaking. Configure Samsung Keyboard You can use the Samsung keyboard settings to configure options, such as predictive text, SwiftKey Flow (entering text by swiping over the letters on the keyboard), key-tap feedback, and more.
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 Choose input method >...
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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.
Phone Calls With the Sprint National Network and your phone’s calling features, you can enjoy clear phone calls across the country. HD Voice™ Your phone is also HD voice enabled, which means you can enjoy unparalleled voice quality in areas with HD voice service. Experience the crystal clear difference of HD Voice from Sprint on calls between Sprint customers, each using an HD Voice enabled phone while in areas with available HD voice service.
● Add wait: Insert a pause into the number you are dialing, to wait for input from you. This can be useful when storing numbers for automated phone menus. ● One-handed operation on/One-handed operation off: Move the keypad display to the left or right side of the screen, to make dialing with one hand easier.
3. On the pop-up menu, tap Call to dial the number. 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.
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.
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.
Use Another Phone to Access Messages 1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. When your voicemail answers, press the asterisk key on the phone (*), enter the password, and then press the pound key (#). 3. Enter your password. Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail.
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.
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 >...
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.
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 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.
Copy to dialing screen Add to contacts/View contacts Send number Add to reject list Delete Clear Logs Follow these steps to clear the Logs list. 1. Press and tap Phone > Logs. 2. Tap > Delete. 3.
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Edit Speed Dials Press and tap Phone. > Speed dial setting. > Change order, and then tap an entry to highlight it. 4. Tap an unassigned space to move the highlighted Speed dial to the new Speed dial. 5. Tap Done when you’re finished. Making a Call Using a Speed Dial 1.
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.
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.
• S Note: Choose an image from S Note. Tap the Name field and use the onscreen keyboard to enter the name. Tap other name fields. Tap the Phone number field, and then enter the phone number. Tap to add another Phone number.
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.
1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it. 3. Tap > Link another contact. – or – > 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.
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 user-created group. Create a New Group 1. Press and tap Contacts >...
4. Type your message, and then tap Send an Email or Gmail to a Group 1. Press and tap Contacts > Groups. 2. Tap a group, and then tap > Send email. 3. Select the recipients of the new message (indicated by a green checkmark) and then tap Done.
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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.
Accounts and Messaging With Sprint service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you can share information through many different channels and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts™, and the Google Play™ Store, require a Google Account. To use these apps on your phone, you must set up your Google Account on your phone.
1. Press and tap > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Samsung account, and then tap Sign in or Create 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.
Add an Email Account Set up your email accounts on your phone, to send and receive email with your phone. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. If this is the first Email account you are setting up on your phone, enter your email address and password.
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.
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 forward the message to new recipient(s) in the To field.
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3. Select from the options to sort email messages by date received, sender, recipients, read/unread status, starred status (favorites), attachments, priority, or subject, flag status. Delete an Email Message 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap the check boxes beside emails you want to delete. 3.
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Default account: Assign an account as the default email account for outgoing messages. When you launch an email from other apps, the email will automatically be from this account. Password: Update your account password to match the email server. ...
• Period to sync Calendar: Choose the period for synchronizing calendar events between your phone and account. • Empty server trash: Delete the contents of the trash folder on the server. The server’s trash folder contains emails you have deleted from the Email app. Emptying the server trash permanently deletes the emails, and they cannot be retrieved.
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1. Press and tap Messaging. 2. Tap Compose to create a message: Tap Enter recipients and enter a Contact name, a 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.
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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.
Messaging Settings The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications. 1. Press and tap Messaging. 2. Tap > Settings. 3. Configure message settings: Default messaging app: If you have multiple messaging apps installed on your device, you can choose the app your device uses for messaging.
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• Auto retrieve: When enabled, message attachment(s) are automatically downloaded when you display a multimedia message. If you disable this option, only the message header displays in the message list, and you’ll be prompted to download the attachment(s). • Roaming auto retrieve: When enabled, message attachment(s) are automatically downloaded while your phone is in roaming mode.
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.
1. Press and tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Touch Search 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 >...
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 Google Account. 1. Press and tap Apps > 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.
Register Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies To play purchased DivX movies on your Samsung GALAXY Note II phone, you will first need to complete a one-time registration using both your phone and your computer. 1. Locate your VOD Registration code. Press and tap >...
2. Open the DivX Player on your computer. To download the free player for your computer, visit divx.com. 3. From the DivX Player on your computer, choose the VOD menu and select Register a DivX Certified Device. Follow the prompts to log in, or create a DivX account if you don’t already have one.
Note: You need a Google Wallet account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app. 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.
Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. Preloaded apps (apps that came with your phone) cannot be uninstalled. 1. Press and tap > Settings > More > Application manager > Downloaded. 2.
2. Tap and search for "sprint music plus". 3. Tap Sprint Music Plus from the results list, and then follow the prompts to download and install the app. Use Sprint Music Plus ■ Press and tap Apps > Sprint Music Plus. Note: You can purchase and download music directly from the Sprint Music Plus Store or you can transfer music from your computer to your phone.
■ Press and tap Apps > Play Books. Google Play Games Google Play Games is the easiest way for you to discover new games, track achievements and scores, and play with friends around the world. It brings all your gaming on Google Play together in a unified Android experience.
Sprint TV & Movies The Sprint TV & Movies 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. sprintchannels.mobitv.com Note: Available categories and content are subject to change. Visit for more information on channels and pricing.
2. Tap 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.
Install NASCAR Mobile NASCAR Mobile can be downloaded and installed from the Google Play Store. Press and tap Apps > Play Store. Search for “NASCAR MOBILE”, and then select it from the results list. Follow the prompts to download and install the app. Use NASCAR Mobile ■...
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.
When you select a secured network, you will need to enter the wireless password to connect to the network. Enter the password and tap Connect. You can use the show password option to display the password as you enter it. Add a New Wi-Fi Network Manually 1.
Your Data Services 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 to the Nationwide Sprint Network.
Depending on which icons appear within the Notifications area, your services and features will change. The following table indicates what functions and features are available when combinations of these service icons appear: Icon Description 3G Coverage: The phone is connected to the Sprint 3G network. The arrows are colored when data is being transferred.
Add a VPN The following procedures outline the method to use when establishing a VPN connection. Press and then tap > Settings > Connections. Tap More networks > VPN. to add a VPN, with these options: Name: Enter the name of the VPN. ...
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 then tap Apps > Internet. Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the SprintWeb home page.
Camera and Video You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with an 8.0 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Use the camera to take and share pictures and videos. Important: Do not take photos of people without their permission.
Picture Options Set options for the pictures you take. 1. Press and then tap Apps > Camera. 2. Configure these options: Self-portrait: Switch between the back camera and the front camera, for self- portraits. Flash: Choose a flash setting. ...
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Effects: Apply an effect to pictures. Options • Edit shortcuts: Choose shortcuts to appear on the toolbar. Touch and drag shortcuts between the toolbar and the list. • Use the volume key as: Choose whether to use the Volume Key to adjust volume, or to capture a picture.
• Contextual filename: When enabled, the filename the camera to the picture includes GPS information. • Voice control: When enabled, you can speak a command to capture a picture. • Save as flipped: When turned On, pictures you take with the front camera are saved as a mirror-image (available when Self-portrait is turned On).
Choose a recording mode. You can choose to limit the size of the video so that it can be attached to a message, or record any length, or record in slow motion or fast motion. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the lens at the subject. You can rotate the phone to any position, and the screen controls rotate to make recording easy.
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Recording mode: Choose an automatic shooting mode. Some modes are not available for Self-recording. • Normal: Record a video of any length (limited only by memory space). • Limit for MMS: Restrict the length of the video so it can be sent as a message attachment.
• Save as flipped: When turned On, videos you record with the front camera are saved as a mirror-image (available when Self-recording is turned On). • Video quality: Choose a quality setting for videos. • Storage: If an optional memory card is installed (not included), choose the default storage location for videos.
• 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.
View Videos Note: If no icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them. 1. Press and then tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options: ...
Crop a Photo To crop your photos, follow the below procedures. After cropping, the picture is saved along with the original copy in your default storage location. 1. Press and then tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture. 3.
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4. Touch the screen and then tap > Gmail or Email. 5. Compose your message and then tap Note: If you selected Email and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. 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.
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4. Touch the screen and then tap > Google+. 5. Compose your message and then tap Share Photos on Photos or Picasa You need to be signed in to a Google Account to upload pictures to Photos or Picasa. 1. Press and then tap Apps >...
Share Videos using Wi-Fi Direct 1. Press and then tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share. 3. Touch the screen and then tap > Wi-Fi Direct. 4. Select a device in which to share this photo or video and follow the prompts. Photos Keep all your photos backed up and organized with Google Photos.
My calendars: Calendar entries that are stored locally on the phone and not part of an account. Samsung Calendar: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account. Google/Gmail: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your Google Account.
Select a time for the event by tapping the time field and then adjusting the hour and minute. Tap the All day field to assign this as an all-day event. If assigned as an all- day event, the time fields are removed. ...
To view additional options: 1. Tap the Status bar, and then slide your finger down the screen to open the Notification panel. 2. Tap the upcoming event name from the onscreen list to display the event within the Calendar notifications screen. 3.
1. Press and then 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.
Press and then tap Apps > Clock. Tap the Alarm tab, and then tap Create alarm to enter information for the alarm. Delete an Alarm 1. Press and then tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the Alarm tab, and then touch and hold an alarm. 3.
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Settings: • Accounts: Manage accounts, to which you can export notes. You can export to your Samsung account, to Google Docs, or to Evernote. • Add page: Choose whether S Note automatically inserts a blank page, or a page from the selected template when you insert a page, or whether it prompts you to choose each time.
Set as: Set a note as a contact icon, or as wallpaper for the Home and/or Lock screen. Print: Print a note to a compatible Samsung printer (not included) via Wi-Fi. When you are finished creating your note, tap Save on the top menu bar. S Suggest The S Suggest application provides recommendations for applications that are specifically supported and made for use on your phone.
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.
Documents: Other files stored on your phone. Note: Different folders may appear depending on how your phone is configured. Dropbox Dropbox works to provide access to your desktop files directly from your phone. This application allows you to bring your files with you when you're on the go, edit files in your Dropbox from your phone, upload photos and videos to Dropbox, and share your selected files freely with family and friends.
2. After you take a picture, tap the Gallery button at the bottom right to view it. 3. Tap the screen, and then tap > Add to Dropbox. 4. Select a folder location, and then tap Upload. Note: If your share folder is located on your computer, you will receive an onscreen popup notifying you that a new image was uploaded to your shared Dropbox folder.
Settings: • Storage: Choose where your recordings will be saved. Select Device memory, or an optional installed Memory card (not included). • Recording quality: Set the recording quality to High or Normal. • Limit for multimedia messages: Choose whether recordings are limited to a size that you can attach to a message.
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It’s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free devices. To listen to music with your headset or car kit, the headset or car kit must support the A2DP Bluetooth profile.
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device Follow these instructions to disconnect or unpair your phone from a Bluetooth device. Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device 1. Press and then tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. In the Bluetooth devices section, tap the device name, and then tap OK. Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your phone forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device.
Photos and videos (in Gallery): On the Albums tab, tap a picture, and then tap > Bluetooth. Tip: If you use Bluetooth often, your phone remembers, and you can tap the beside the Share via icon). Calendar event: Tap the event and then tap >...
● 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.
Format the microSD Card Formatting a microSD card permanently removes all files stored on the card. See SD Card more information. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > More > Storage. 2. Tap Format SD card and then follow the prompts to confirm the formatting. Note: The formatting procedure erases all the data on an optional installed microSD card, after which the files CANNOT be retrieved.
Update Samsung Software: Upgrade to the latest software available for your device. Update Firmware: Update your phone’s firmware. Follow the prompts to download and install the update.
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service With your phone and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service, you can make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. For a country-specific travel guide, select your phone and destination from sprint.com/traveltips.
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 then tap > Settings > More networks > Roaming. 2. Select a category and settings for each category. ...
To use Plus Code Dialing to place an international call: 1. Press and then tap Phone > Keypad tab to display the phone screen. 2. Dial the appropriate sequence for your location: If you are on the GSM network, touch and hold to insert a “+”...
New Message Indicators Your voicemail message indicators may be displayed differently when roaming internationally. ● A “Message Waiting” indicator icon or a notification is displayed when a voicemail message is received. ● You may see “Missed Call” on your screen prior to receiving a message notification. ●...
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 traveling, you may need to manually select the...
Status Messages Message Description The phone that you called is either busy, out-of-range, or User Not Authorized turned off. Please try again later. Please Try Later This service is temporarily not available. Please try again later. Service may not be activated properly. Please contact Sprint Service Restricted Customer Service to report the issue for resolution.
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● 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).
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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...
My device: Personalize your phone, including sounds and the display, accessibility, and input. Accounts: Set up accounts on your phone, like your Google and Samsung accounts, and your email and social networking accounts. You can also set up backup options.
1. Press and then 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.
• Wi-Fi timer: When turned On, your phone will automatically connect or disconnect from a Wi-Fi network, using the Starting time and Ending times you set. • Install certificates: If you have certificates stored on an installed optional memory card (not included), you can use this option to install the certificates. •...
Turn Hotspot On or Off 1. Press and then tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Hotspot to turn Hotspot On or Off. Configure Hotspot 1. Press and then tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Hotspot > Configure to set these options: ...
Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology for exchanging information over a distance of about 30 feet. You don’t need to line up the devices to send information with Bluetooth. If the devices are in range, you can exchange information between them, even if they are in different rooms.
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. Rename device: Change the name of your device, visible to other Bluetooth devices.
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. More Networks Settings More networks settings provide additional options for configuring connections between your phone and the work, or to other devices.
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2. Tap More networks > Printing, and then choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to configure settings or print.
Secure Release: If the optional printer supports secure release, and it is enabled, you must enter a User ID to retrieve your printouts. Tap Secure release, and then enter a User ID. Confidential Print: If the optional printer supports confidential printing, and it is enabled, you must enter a User ID and Password to retrieve your printouts.
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. Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPN).
Roaming settings: Choose options for roaming, including Voice and data for Domestic CDMA and International CDMA networks, and Data for GSM networks (if available). Roaming guard: Enable or disable roaming access for Voice and Data for Domestic CDMA, Voice, Data and Outgoing text messages for International CDMA networks, and Voice, Data and Outgoing text messages for GSM networks (if available).
S Beam Settings Share more and share it faster with S Beam. From photos to documents, large video files to maps, you can share almost anything instantly with one touch, simply by placing your devices back-to-back. S Beam uses your device’s NFC (Near Field Communication) feature to send, or “beam,” content to other NFC devices.
• Download to: Choose a location to save downloaded content, from USB storage (device memory) or optional installed SD card (not included). • Download from other devices: Choose how to handle incoming files from other devices, from Always accept, Always ask, or Always reject. Screen Mirroring Settings With Screen mirroring, you can share your device’s screen with another device, using an optional AllShare Cast accessory (not included).
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• Ink effect: When enabled, an ink effect displays when you slide the S Pen tip over the screen. You can choose the color of the effect. If you choose a live wallpaper, Ink effect is disabled. • Help text: Show help information on the Lock screen. •...
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Pattern: When enabled, you unlock the screen by drawing a pattern on the screen. Touch the option, and then follow the prompts to create or change the screen unlock pattern. • Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message. •...
Display Settings Configure settings for your phone’s display. Wallpaper Customize the background of the Home and Lock screens. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Display > Wallpaper. 3. Tap a screen to customize, from Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
Multi Window Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. You can enable Multi window in Settings, and then control whether it displays on the screen by touching and holding the Back Key. 1.
2. Tap Display > Brightness to configure options: Tap the checkmark next to 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.
Photo Frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. Photo Table: Display of pictures in a photo table. After enabling the option, tap to choose pictures to display. Tap Start now to switch to daydream.
Auto Adjust Screen Tone When Auto adjust screen tone is enabled, your device automatically analyzes the screen and adjusts the brightness to conserve battery power. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Display, and then tap the check box beside Auto adjust screen tone to enable or disable the option.
Ringtone Music, video, games, and other media Notifications System 3. Tap OK to save the settings. Vibration Intensity Set the level for vibration to accompany ringtones and notifications. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2.
3. Tap a vibration to play a sample and select the sound. 4. Tap OK to save the setting. Notifications Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2.
Email: Configure email sounds. Calendar: Configure calendar sounds. Samsung Keyboard Sound Settings You can choose whether sounds and vibrations play when you tap keys on the Samsung Keyboard while entering text. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device.
2. Tap Sound, and then tap an option to enable or disable it: Sound when tapped: When enabled, a sound plays when you tap keys. Vibrate when tapped: When enabled, a vibration plays when you tap keys. HDMI Audio Output Sound Settings Choose the type of sound output when you attach your phone to another device via HDMI cable.
Auto reject list: Enter telephone numbers, to reject calls from the numbers when Auto reject mode is turned On. • to enter a telephone number, or select a number from a contact. Tap Match criteria to set options for using the reject number list. •...
1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Turn off screen during calls to enable or disable the setting. Call Alerts Set options for sounds and vibrations to occur during calls. 1. Press and then tap >...
Ringtones and Keypad Tones Choose tones and vibrations to play for incoming calls and keypad taps. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap Ringtones and keypad tones. 3. Configure settings: Tap Ringtones, and then select a ringtone for incoming calls.
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.
1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Call, and then tap TTY mode to choose a mode, from TTY Off, TTY Full, TTY HCO, or TTY VCO. DTMF Tones Dual-tone Multi-frequency (DTMF) tones play when you use the Phone keypad during a call, such as when navigating menus.
Turn off alarm and timer: When enabled, notifications for alarms and timers will not display. Tap the check box next to the option to enable or disable it. Turn off LED indicator: When enabled, the LED indicator will not light for notifications, even when the screen is off.
Alarm: When enabled, your phone reads out alarm information when an alarm sounds. Calendar event info: When enabled, your phone reads out event information when a reminder sounds. Power Saving Mode Settings Configure Power saving mode settings to conserve battery power. 1.
Accessibility Settings Your device offers features to make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use Accessibility settings to configure these features. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Accessibility to configure options: ...
• Tap Samsung subtitles to choose options for subtitles. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Samsung subtitles (CC) to turn the option on or off, and then configure options for alignment, text font and size, and window appearance. ...
Airplane mode. 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.
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• 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.
Keyboard swipe: When enabled, you can enter text by sliding your finger across the keys on the keyboard. • None: When enabled, Samsung Keyboard will not accept text entry by swiping. • SwiftKey Flow: When enabled, you can enter text by swiping your finger across the keyboard.
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• Vibrate on keypress: When enabled, the device vibrates for your Swype touches. • Sound on keypress: When enabled, the device plays sounds for your Swype touches. • Pop-up on keypress: When enabled, the characters display briefly as you tap keys.
• Social integration: Log into your favorite social networking sites to use your entries there to update Swype, • Edit my dictionary: Modify words added to Swype. • Clear language data: Delete all the words you’ve added to the Swype dictionary. •...
1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap Text-to-speech options: Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text-to- speech Engine. Tap to configure options. General: •...
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Motion: Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the motions On or Off. When On, you can control your device with natural movements, like putting the device to your ear to call a displayed contact. • Quick glance: When enabled, you can reach toward the device when the screen is turned off to see important information at a glance.
viewing an image. Use this setting to control the phone’s sensitivity to the panning movement. Learn about motions: Learn about the motions you can use to control your phone, and try out the motions. Hand motions: With Hand motions, you can control your device by touching the screen with the palm of your hand.
1. Press and then tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Smart screen, and then tap the check box beside Smart rotation to enable or disable the option. Voice Control Settings 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.
S Pen help: Learn about S Pen. Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your phone, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, and your email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your phone and the account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, and other types of files.
• 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.
1. Press and then tap > Settings > More. 2. Tap Location to configure options: Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn location services On or Off. 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.
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.
Application Manager Settings You can download and install applications from the Google Play Store or Samsung Apps, or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your device. Use Application manager to manage applications on your device.
1. Press and then tap > Settings > More. 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. Storage Settings Manage the use of memory resources in your phone’s Device memory, and on an optional installed memory card (not included).
Update Samsung Software: Upgrade to the latest software available for your device. Update Firmware: Update your phone’s firmware. Follow the prompts to download and install the update.
About Device Settings View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. Press and then tap > Settings > More. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: Software version: View the current software version.