Page 1: User Guide
User Guide [Sprint UG template version 13a] SPH-L600MR2_JB_NA4_TN_021914_F3...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Get Started ..........................11 Your Phone at a Glance ...................... Set Up Your Phone ......................12 Turn the Phone On ....................... 15 Activate Your Phone ......................15 Complete the Setup ......................16 Set Up Voicemail ......................... 17 Sprint Account Information and Help ...................
Page 3 Touchscreen Keyboards ....................44 Text Input Methods ....................... 44 Select a Default Text Input Method ................45 Google Voice Typing ....................45 Samsung Keyboard ...................... 46 Swype ........................... 47 Editing Text ........................48 Phone Calls ..........................50 Make Phone Calls ........................ 50 Call Using the Phone Dialer ..................
Page 4 Receive Phone Calls ......................Answer an Incoming Call ....................Mute the Ringing Sound ....................53 Reject an Incoming Call ....................53 Reject a Call with a Text Message ................53 Voicemail ..........................54 Voicemail Setup ......................54 Voicemail Notification ....................54 Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages ................
Page 5 Add a Contact to a Group ..................... Send an Email to Group Members ................Accounts and Messaging ......................67 Google Account ........................67 Create a Google Account ..................... Gmail ........................... 67 Send a Gmail Message ....................Read and Reply to Gmail Messages ................68 Email ............................
Page 6 Music (App) ........................81 Google Maps ........................83 Navigation ..........................83 Local ............................ 83 Samsung Link ........................83 Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device ..........84 Story Album ......................... 84 TripAdvisor........................... 85 WatchON ..........................85 Web and Data ..........................86 Internet ..........................
Page 7 Connect to a VPN ......................93 Memory Card ........................93 Install a Memory Card ....................Remove a Memory Card ....................View Available Memory on microSD Card ..............Format a Memory Card ....................Unmount a microSD Card .................... 95 Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer ............
Page 8 Help ........................... 109 S Memo ..........................109 My Files ..........................110 Samsung Apps ........................110 S Translator ........................110 S Voice ..........................110 Voice Search ........................111 Settings ............................. 112 Accessing Settings ......................112 Settings Tabs ........................Wi-Fi Calling Settings ......................
Page 9 Pattern ........................121 PIN ..........................122 Password ........................122 None ........................... 122 Display Settings ......................... 122 Wallpaper ........................122 Notification Panel ....................... 123 Multi Window ......................123 Screen Mode ......................123 Brightness ........................124 Auto Rotate Screen ....................124 Screen Timeout ......................124 Daydream ........................
Page 10 One-Handed Operation ..................... 138 Language and Input Settings ..................... 138 Choose a Default Language ..................138 Default Input Method ....................138 Google Voice Typing ....................139 Samsung Keyboard ....................139 Swype Settings ......................141 Voice Search Settings ....................142 Text-To-Speech Options .................... 142...
Page 11 Pointer Speed ......................143 Motions and Gestures......................143 Smart Screen ........................144 Smart Stay ........................144 Air View..........................144 Voice Control ........................145 Accounts Settings ......................145 Add an Account ......................145 Cloud ..........................146 Back Up and Reset Settings ....................146 Location Services ......................
Page 12: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons. Get Started...
Page 13: Set Up Your Phone
Set Up Your Phone Prior to using the phone, it is necessary to install and charge the battery. An optional microSD memory card (not included) can also be installed at this time. Remove the Back Cover 1. Remove the back cover by placing your fingernail or a pointed object into the slot in the side of the cover (1).
Page 14 Install the Battery ■ 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 Back Cover 1. Place the battery cover onto the back of the phone and press down. 2.
Page 15 Charge the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) is included with the phone for charging the battery. You will need to charge the battery before using your phone. Warning! Use only approved accessories to charge your phone.
Page 16: Turn The Phone On
Turn the Phone On Use the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on. ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on. If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the ...
Page 17: Complete The Setup
Samsung Account: Your Samsung Account is used for access to Samsung apps  and services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Samsung Account, or sign up for a new Samsung Account. 2. Touch Finish to complete setup.
Page 18: Set Up Voicemail
Set Up Voicemail You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. 1.
Page 19: Manage Your Account
Data Services Password With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize 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. Online: sprint.com/mysprint ●...
Page 20: Sprint Support Services
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 show times; driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information.
Page 21: 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 The following illustration outline your phone’s basic layout.
Page 22 ● Front Camera allows 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. Options include Power off, Airplane mode, and Restart.
Page 23: Turn Your Phone On And Off
Turn Your Phone On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off. Turn Your Phone On Power/Lock Key. ■ Press and hold the Turn Your Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key to open the Device options menu. 2.
Page 24: Touchscreen Navigation
Touchscreen Navigation Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. Touch When you want to type using the on-screen keyboard, select items on-screen such as application and settings icons, or press on-screen buttons, simply touch 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.
Page 25: Swipe Or Slide
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 26: Flick
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. Pinch and Spread "Pinch"...
Page 27: Rotate
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. Note: Screen rotation needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Touch >...
Page 28: Your 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.
Page 29: Customize The Home Screen
● Apps: Displays the Apps screen. ● Primary Shortcuts: Shortcuts to common features. Primary Shortcuts appear on every Home screen. ● Apps Shortcuts: Shortcuts to common applications. ● Notification Icons: Display notifications, such as new email, new messages, software updates, etc. Customize the Home Screen Learn how to add, move, or remove items from the home screen.
Page 30: Extended Home Screens
Extended Home Screens In addition to the main home screen, your phone has six extended home screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Touch and then swipe across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen. There are up to six extended screens available in addition to the main Home screen.
Page 31: Recent Apps
Recent Apps Quick navigate between currently running apps by viewing thumbnails of recently used apps. 1. Press and hold from any screen to display recently used applications. 2. Touch an thumbnail to return to the app. Wallpapers You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, Lock screen, or on both the Home and Lock screens.
Page 32: Status Bar
Status Bar 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 notification alerts, touch the Status bar and drag it down. Call Icons Icon Description...
Page 33 Network Icons Icon Description Wi-Fi status/Wi-Fi connected Wi-Fi network available Signal strength 3G connected 3G in use 4G LTE connected 4G LTE in use GSM connected GSM in use CDMA roaming signal strength No signal Airplane mode enabled No SIM card Network extender enabled GPS on Downloading...
Page 34 Messaging Icons Icon Description New message New email New Gmail Other Icons Icon Description Battery full Battery charging Battery low Battery empty Keyboard in use Smart stay enabled Screenshot saved Blocking mode on More notifications Phone Basics...
Page 35: Notification Panel
Notification Panel The Notification Panel displays information about connections, alerts, new messages, and more. It also has Quick settings—buttons which allow you to quickly access and change common system settings. ● Settings: Access System settings. For more information, see Settings. ●...
Page 36: Quick Settings
Access the Notifications Panel 1. Touch and slide downward from the top of the screen to display the Notification Panel. Slide the Notification Panel upward to close it. 2. Touch Ongoing events or Notifications to view details, or to launch the related app or feature.
Page 37: Multi Window
NFC: Enable NFC (Near Field Communication) to share information between your  phone and another NFC device by touching the devices together, typically back-to- back. For more information, see NFC. Air view: Enable the Air view feature. For more information, see View.
Page 38: Activate Or Deactivate Multi Window
Multi Window Features ● Apps Tray: Contains customizable list of apps which can be used with the Multi window feature. Touch and slide the list up and down to display more apps. ● Tab: Open and close the Apps Tray. The tab may be relocated anywhere along the Apps Tray edge, or hidden from view.
Page 39: Hide Multi Window
Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window ■ With two apps running, touch and drag the Split bar up and down to resize the two windows. Switch the Placement of the Two Apps 1. Touch the Split bar to display the Swap, Maximize, and Close icons. 2.
Page 40: Customizing The Multi Window Apps
Move the Tab 1. Activate the Multi window. 2. With the Apps tray closed, touch and hold the Tab for approximately one-second. 3. Slowly drag the Tab along the edge of the screen and release. Note: This is a quick way to get the Tab out of the way if you cannot get to a button or option behind it.
Page 41: Features
Features Discover features for controlling and interacting with your phone. Air View Preview information when you hover your finger over the screen. For example, you can hover your finger over a scheduled item in your calendar to see more details. 1.
Page 42 Using Assistant Menu 1. Touch Assistant Menu to display the menu buttons: Menu: Open the context-menu.  Open notifications: Open the Notification Panel.  Home: Return to the Home screen.  Back: Return to the previous screen or undo the last action. ...
Page 43: Motions And Gestures
2. Touch > Settings for options: Touch Dominant hand to optimize the Assistant Menu buttons for use on the left or  right side of the screen. Touch Edit to rearrange or remove icons from Assistant Menu:  • Touch and drag icons to rearrange them. •...
Page 44: Screen Capture
Enable Motion Gestures ■ Press and touch > Settings > My Device tab > Motions and gestures > Motion. For more information, see Motions and Gestures. Screen Capture Capture an image of the current screen at anytime time. ■ Touch and hold the Power/Lock Key and the Home Key simultaneously to create an image of the current screen.
Page 45: Voice Control
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.
Page 46: Select A Default Text Input Method
3. Keep speaking to add more text. 4. Touch to display the Samsung keyboard. Note: The feature works best when you break your message down into smaller segments. Configure Google Voice Typing ■...
Page 47: Samsung Keyboard
Delete: If you make a mistake, touch to delete incorrect characters. Touch and  hold to delete a whole word or field. Letter Case: By default, Samsung Keyboard starts with a capital at the beginning of  text. • Touch to change to upper case.
Page 48: Swype
■ Press and touch > Settings > My device tab> Language and input, and then touch next to Samsung keyboard. For more information, see Samsung Keyboard. Swype Swype lets you enter words by tracing over the letters on the virtual QWERTY keyboard.
Page 49: Editing Text
Configure Swype ■ Press and touch > Settings > My device tab > Language and input, and then touch next to Swype. - or - ■ From the Swype keyboard, touch and hold .For more information, see Swype Settings. Editing Text Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier—including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, and more.
Page 50 Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text.  Translate: Launch S Translator to translate the selected text. For more  information, see Translator. 4. Enter text by typing or speaking to replace the selected text. 5. Touch to delete the selected text.
Page 51: Phone Calls
Phone Calls With our wireless service 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 Phone Dialer The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s dialer screen. 1.
Page 52: Call From Contacts
Call from Contacts You can place phone calls directly from entries in your Contacts list. 1. Press and touch Phone > Contacts tab. 2. Touch a contact and then touch next to the number you want to call to place a call. For more information, see Contacts.
Page 53: Call Emergency Numbers
Call Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 even if the phone’s screen is locked or your account is restricted. When the Phone’s Screen Is Locked 1. Turn on the screen. For more information, see Turn Your Screen On and Off.
Page 54: Receive Phone Calls
Receive Phone Calls The following information lets you know how to answer incoming calls, mute the ringer on incoming calls, reject incoming calls, and more. 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.
Page 55: Voicemail
Voicemail Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is turned off. You should set up your Sprint Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Note: Your phone also supports the Visual Voicemail app.
Page 56: Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages
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. Use Traditional Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. Touch > Phone > Keypad tab. 2.
Page 57: Phone Call Options
Access Visual Voicemail 1. Touch > 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 touching Use Visual Voicemail to Delete Your Messages 1.
Page 58: In-Call Options
In-Call Options While you’re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options. Touch an option to select it. ● Touch during a call to display a list of additional in-call features. Touch an option to select it: ●...
Page 59: Caller Id
Caller ID Caller ID identifies a caller while the phone is ringing, by displaying the number of the incoming call. Block Caller ID You can block your Caller ID (visible to other when you make a call), before making a call. The blocking only lasts for that call;...
Page 60: Conference Calling
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. Touch > Phone >...
Page 61: Speed Dialing
Speed Dialing You can assign a shortcut number to a phone number in your Contacts List for speed dialing. There are one hundred available numbered spaces. Speed dial 1 is reserved for Voicemail. Assign Speed Dials 1. Touch > Phone > Keypad tab. 2.
Page 62: Call Logs
Call Logs The Logs tab of the Phone application lists all recent incoming, outgoing, and missed calls. View Call Logs 1. Touch > Phone > Log tab to display call activity. 2. To change the log view, touch > View. Touch All calls, Missed calls, Dialed calls, Received calls, or Rejected calls to filter the list.
Page 63: Contacts
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends.
Page 64: Edit A Contact
Name: Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the name. Touch next to the Name  field to display additional name fields. Phone: Enter a phone number.  Email: Enter an email address.  Groups: Assign the contact to a group. ...
Page 65: Link A Contact
3. Select a picture using the following methods: Image: Select a picture from the Gallery. Resize or crop the picture by dragging the  sides of the blue border, and then touch Done. Pictures by people: Select a picture from those photos which have been tagged ...
Page 66: Share A Contact
Note: Another method to add or remove an entry from your favorites is to touch the star icon on the Contact’s details page (upper right). Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messaging, or Wi-Fi Direct. 1.
Page 67: Send An Email To Group Members
Send an Email to Group Members You can send an email to all or selected members of a group. 1. Press and touch Contacts > Groups tab. 2. Touch an existing group and then touch > Send email. 3. From the list of contacts, touch each contact(s) you want as recipient(s), or touch Select all.
Page 68: Accounts And Messaging
Accounts and Messaging Set up accounts on your phone to synchronize information between your phone and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Hangouts, and the Google Play Store, require a Google Account. To use these applications, you must set up your Google Account on your phone.
Page 69: Send A Gmail Message
Select messages and conversations: Touch the box before the email or  conversation. View the Inbox of another Gmail account: Touch Inbox at the top of the screen  and then touch the inbox of the Gmail account you want to view. Send a Gmail Message Below are procedures for sending a Gmail.
Page 70: Email
4. From the menu at the top left of the screen, touch Reply, Reply all, or Forward. 5. To send the message, touch 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.
Page 71: Compose And Send Email
Compose and Send Email Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. Press and touch Apps > Email.
Page 72: Manage Your Email Inbox
Manage Your Email Inbox The following procedures allow you to view, refresh, sort, and delete your email messages. View Your Email Inbox 1. Press and touch Apps > Email. 2. Touch the account name field (top left corner) to list all of your email accounts. 3.
Page 73: Text And Multimedia Messaging
Text and Multimedia Messaging With Text Messaging (SMS), you can send and receive text messages between your phone and another phone that supports messaging. 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 messaging.
Page 74: New Messages Notification
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 message. To change the notification for new messages, see Messaging Settings for details.
Page 75: Messaging Settings
Reply to a Message 1. Press and touch Apps > Messaging. 2. From the message list, touch a message to display it. 3. Touch the Enter message field and then type your reply message. 4. When finished, touch Delete a Message 1.
Page 76  Delete old messages: 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. ...
Page 77: Social Networking Accounts
Preview message: Control whether 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.
Page 78: Messenger
Messenger Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into a simple group conversation. When you get a new conversation in Messenger, Google+ sends an update to your phone. Messenger uses your Google Account. If you don’t already have a Google Account set up on your phone, you can set one up.
Page 79: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment All your phone’s features are accessible through the Apps list. Google Play Store The Google Play Store 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.
Page 80: Create A Google Wallet Account
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. Do one of the following: ■ On your computer, go to google.com/wallet. - or - ■...
Page 81: Google Play Magazines
Google Play Magazines With Google Play Magazines, you can subscribe to your favorite magazines and have them available to read on your phone at any time or any place. Apps > Play Magazines. ■ Press and touch Google Play Movies & TV The Google Play Movies &...
Page 82: Music
4. After you create the group, your phone turns on the mobile AP (Access Point). Follow the on-screen directions to bring other phones back-to-back with your phone to join the group. 5. Share and play content: Share music: Select music stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory ...
Page 83 4. The following music controls are available: Select Device: Streams the current music file to another device using Screen  Mirroring. For more information, see Screen Mirroring. Favorite: Assign the current song as a Favorite.  Shuffle: Shuffles the current list of songs randomly, or play songs in order. ...
Page 84: Google Maps
DLNA-compliant. Wi-Fi capability can be provided to TVs via a digital multimedia streamer (not included). Samsung Link uses your Samsung account. The first time you launch Samsung Link, follow the prompts to sign in to your Samsung account, or create a new account.
Page 85: Use Samsung Link To Share Media With Another Device
2. Follow the prompts to sign in to your Samsung account and learn about Samsung Link. 3. On the Samsung Link screen, swipe your finger left or right across the screen to scroll between: MY RECENT CONTENT: Media you’ve recently viewed.
Page 86: Tripadvisor
Important: Before you use WatchON, verify that you have an active Internet connection available. For more information, see Wi-Fi. Note: You need an active Samsung account on your phone to use WatchON. Sign into your Samsung account prior to using WatchON.
Page 87: 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: Internet Your phone’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the...
Page 88: Your Data Services User Name
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. Find Your User Name 1. Press and touch > Settings > More tab > About device. 2.
Page 89: Wi-Fi
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.
Page 90: Wi-Fi Settings
4. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of your Wi-Fi network. 5. Touch the Security field and select a security option. This must match the current security setting on your target network. 6. Touch Connect to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The next time your device connects to a previously accessed or secured wireless network, you are not prompted to enter the wireless password again, unless you reset your device back to its factory default settings.
Page 91: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth On or Off The following procedure will show you how to turn Bluetooth on and off.
Page 92: Reconnect A Headset Or Car Kit
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.
Page 93: Bluetooth Settings
Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your device forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to the other device again, you may need to enter or confirm a passcode again. 1. Press and then touch >...
Page 94: Add A Vpn
Add a VPN The following procedures outline the method to use when adding a VPN connection. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Connections tab > More networks > VPN. 2. Touch and then enter the information for the new VPN. The information you may need to enter includes Name, Type, Server address, and other information for your VPN network.
Page 95: Remove A Memory Card
3. Replace the back cover. For more information, see “Replace the Back Cover” in Set Up Your Phone. Important: You can easily damage the memory card and card socket by improper installation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling the memory card. Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins.
Page 96: View Available Memory On Microsd Card
Wi-Fi network. You can view and share call logs, videos, photos, music, bookmarks, ringtones, and even send SMS messages from your PC. Note: To sync your phone to your PC it is highly recommended that you install Samsung Kies, which is available at samsung.com/kies...
Page 97: Transfer Files Using A Usb Cable
Transfer Files Using a USB Cable You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files. For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your phone with Music (app) or Google Play Music, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the Music folder.
Page 98: Camera And Video
Camera and Video You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with an 8 megapixel camera with an auto-focus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Important! Do not take videos of people without their permission. Do not take videos in places where cameras are not allowed.
Page 99: Record Videos
Touch to select a different shooting mode. For more information, see Camera  Modes. Touch to add an effect to the picture.  4. To take a picture, touch 5. Touch to view your pictures. Record Videos Use the Camera to record video. Important! Do not take videos of people without their permission.
Page 100: Camera Modes
“Pinch” or “spread” the screen, or press the Volume key, to zoom in or out.  Touch to temporarily stop recording.  Touch to stop recording.  Touch to take a screen capture.  5. Touch to view your pictures. Camera Modes Camera modes help optimize your photos, automatically adjusting the camera for use in various surroundings and lighting conditions.
Page 101: Camera Settings
Camera Settings Quickly change Camera settings. Not all of the following options are available in both Camera and Video camera modes. Available options may also vary by Camera mode. 1. Press and touch Apps > Camera > 2. Touch to configure options. Camera Settings ...
Page 102: Gallery
• Contextual filename: When enabled, the camera assigns a filename to the picture using GPS information. • Storage: If an optional memory card is installed, choose the default storage location for pictures. By default all pictures are stored in the phone’s internal memory.
Page 103: View Photos And Videos
Touch Camera to take a new picture.  Touch Menu for options (options vary depending on the view):  • Select album/Select item: Depending on the view, touch albums or items to select them. After selection, you can touch again for options you can use with the selected item.
Page 104: Zoom In Or Out On A Photo
Photo note: Write a note on the ‘back’ of the photo.  Copy to clipboard: Place the photo on the clipboard for pasting into other apps.  Print: Print the photo to any Samsung printer (not included).  Rename: Rename the photo or video. ...
Page 105: Working With Photos
Working with Photos You can touch and hold on a photo to open a selection menu and choose what to do with it. You rotate or crop it, add effects, and more. 1. Press and touch Apps > Gallery. 2. Touch an image to display the picture. 3.
Page 106: Share Photos And Videos
Share Photos and Videos The Gallery application lets you send photos and videos using Gmail or email. You can share photos on social networks and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another device or your computer using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. 1.
Page 107: Tools And Calendar
Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your phone’s productivity-enhancing features. Calculator Your device comes with a built-in calculator. Apps > Calculator. 1. Press and touch 2. Enter numbers by touching the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold C to clear all numbers.
Page 108: View Events And Tasks
Enter a location for the event in the Location field or touch to select the location  on a map. Enter a description for the event in the Description field.  Touch Memos to create a new S Memo with the event, or link the event to an S ...
Page 109: Clock
If the calendar event is recurring, select Only this event, This & future events, or All events, and touch OK. Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. Press and touch Apps > Clock >...
Page 110: Downloads
Downloads The Downloads application allows you to manage files you download to your device. ■ Press and touch Apps > Downloads. Note: Applications you download from Google Play Store are managed with Play Store, and do not display in Downloads. Dropbox Dropbox automatically synchronizes content across all of your connected devices on your account.
Page 111: My Files
Note: Different folders may appear depending on how your phone is configured. Samsung Apps Connect to Samsung Apps and make your smart device even smarter. Simply and easily download an abundance of applications to your phone such as games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and more.
Page 112: Voice Search
Voice Search Perform a Google search by speaking your search criteria. 1. Press and touch Apps > Voice Search. 2. Follow the prompts to use Voice Search. 3. To configure settings, see Voice Search Settings. Tools and Calendar...
Page 113: Settings
Settings The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your phone’s Settings menus. Accessing Settings There are two ways to access the Settings screen. ■ Press and touch Apps > Settings. – or – Press and touch >...
Page 114: Wi-Fi Calling Settings
Wi-Fi Calling Settings You can make and receive calls via a Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues in and around the home or wherever cellular coverage is limited. When Wi-Fi Calling is enabled, all incoming and outgoing calls will be made via your Wi-Fi network.
Page 115: Hotspot
• Auto network switch: Auto switch between Wi-Fi networks and mobile networks. • Wi-Fi timer: Automatically connect or disconnect from a Wi-Fi network. Touch Wi-Fi time to set the Starting time and Ending time. • MAC address: View the phone’s MAC address, needed for connecting to some secured networks (not configurable).
Page 116: Data Usage Settings
Visible timeout: Set the length of time your phone is visible to other devices when  you turn on visibility. Received files: View files transferred to your phone via Bluetooth.  Help: View information about using Bluetooth.  Data Usage Settings Monitor data usage, and control your phone’s connection to mobile data services.
Page 117: More Networks
More Networks The More networks menu provides additional wireless and network options. Airplane Mode Enabling Airplane mode turns off calling, messaging, and data network features. It also turns off other connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your device, such as playing music, watching videos, or other applications.
Page 118: Vpn
Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPN). Note: VPN settings include storage of login credentials on your device. You must configure a screen unlock pattern, PIN, or password before setting up a VPN. For more information about setting up and using a VPN, see Virtual Private Networks (VPN) 1.
Page 119: Turn Nfc On Or Off
Turn NFC On or Off Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share information between your device and another NFC device or NFC tag, by touching the devices together, typically back-to-back. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Touch OFF/ON to turn NFC to on or off. Android Beam When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together.
Page 120: Nearby Devices
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. Note: Use care when enabling file sharing.
Page 121: Kies Via Wi-Fi
Kies via Wi-Fi Kies via Wi-Fi allows you to sync your Windows PC wirelessly with your phone provided they are both on the same Wi-Fi network. You can view and share call logs, videos, photos, music, bookmarks, ringtones, and even send SMS messages from your PC. For more information on using Kies via Wi-Fi, see Kies via Wi-Fi.
Page 122: Face Unlock
Face Unlock Unlock the phone by looking at the screen. This option offers low security, because someone who looks similar to you could unlock your phone. Options are: ● Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message. ● Improve facial recognition: Have your face captured in different conditions. ●...
Page 123: Pin
Enter a numeric PIN (Personal Identification Number) to unlock the phone. Options are: ● Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message. ● Lock automatically: Screen will automatically lock 5 seconds after the screen turns off. ● Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the device by pressing the Power key. Password Enter an alphanumeric password to unlock the phone.
Page 124: Notification Panel
Adapt display: Let the phone automatically optimize the color range, situation, and  sharpness of your screen for the following apps: Gallery, Camera, Internet, Samsung Video, Samsung WatchON, Samsung Books, and Google Play Books. (This mode does not apply to third-party applications.) Dynamic: Enhance the brightness and color range of the screen.
Page 125: Brightness
Brightness Adjust your screen’s brightness to suit your surroundings. > Settings > My Device tab > Display. 1. Press and then touch 2. Touch Brightness to configure options: Touch the check box next to Automatic brightness to allow the device to adjust ...
Page 126: Font Style
4. Touch Start now to enter Daydream mode. 5. Touch Select dream time to set when Daydream mode occurs. Select from While docked, While charging, or All. Font Style You can set the font for all text that displays on the screen. 1.
Page 127: Edit After Screen Capture
Edit After Screen Capture Edit a screen immediately after taking a screen capture. > Settings > My Device tab > Display. 1. Press and then touch 2. Touch Edit after screen capture to enable the option. LED Indicator The LED indicator on the front of the phone displays when the phone is locked to notify you of status changes and events.
Page 128: Vibration Intensity
Notifications  System  Vibration Intensity Select how intense the vibration is for different activities. 1. Press and touch > Settings > My Device tab > Sound > Vibration intensity. 2. Touch and drag the sliders to adjust the Vibration intensity for Incoming call, Notification, and Haptic feedback.
Page 129: Vibrate When Ringing
Vibrate When Ringing Set a vibration to occur when receiving calls. > Settings > My Device tab > Sound. 1. Press and touch 2. Touch Vibrate when ringing to enable the option. Dialing Keypad Tone Set tones to sound when you touch keys on the phone keypad. >...
Page 130: Adapt Sound
Adapt Sound Find the best sound for you, to use during calls, and for media playback. Note: This setting uses earphones to ensure the best sound during setup. You must connect the optional earphones to the phone to configure this setting. 1.
Page 131: Answering/Ending Calls
Answering/Ending Calls Manage settings for answering and ending calls. > Settings > My Device tab > Call. 1. Press and touch 2. Touch Answering/ending calls to configure these options: The home key answers calls: Answer incoming calls by pressing the Home key. ...
Page 132: Call Accessories
Call Accessories Configure options for using a headset. > Settings > My Device tab > Call. 1. Press and touch 2. Touch Call accessories for options: Automatic answering: Answer incoming calls automatically after a delay when a  headset is connected. Automatic answering timer: Set a time period to delay before automatically ...
Page 133: Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction Suppress background noise from your environment during calls. > Settings > My Device tab > Call. 1. Press and touch 2. Touch Noise reduction to enable the option. Increase Volume in Pocket Increases the ringtone volume when the phone is in a pocket or a bag. >...
Page 134: Hearing Aids
Hearing Aids Set the phone to be hearing aid compatible. > Settings > My Device tab > Call. 1. Press and touch 2. Touch Hearing aids. DTMF Tones Set the length of Dual-tone Multi-frequency (DTMF) tones which play when you use the keypad during a call—such as when navigating menus.
Page 135: Driving Mode
Always: Block notifications at all times.  To set a specific time period to block notifications each day, disable the Always  option, and then set a starting time (From field) and ending time (To field). Allowed contacts:  • None: Block all notifications, from any contact.
Page 136: Power Saving Tips
Power Saving Tips Active applications, light levels, Bluetooth usage, and GPS functionality all act to drain your battery. The following is a list of helpful tips that can help conserve your battery power: ● Reduce your backlight time. ● Turn Bluetooth off when not in use. ●...
Page 137: Accessibility
Accessibility Your phone offers features to make using the phone easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use Accessibility settings to configure these features. 1. Press and touch > Settings > My Device tab. 2. Touch Accessibility to configure options: Auto rotate screen: Enable automatic rotation of the screen when you rotate the ...
Page 138 Magnification gestures: Control whether your phone recognizes gestures to pan,  and zoom in or out. Negative colors: Reverse the display of on-screen colors from White text on a Black  background to Black text on a White background. Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen if you are color blind or have ...
Page 139: One-Handed Operation
One-Handed Operation Adapt your phone to be easier to use with only one hand. 1. Press and touch > Settings > My Device tab. 2. Touch One-handed operation for options: Keypad and in-call buttons: Adjust the position of the dialing keypad and in-call ...
Page 140: Google Voice Typing
Airplane mode. Samsung Keyboard The Samsung Keyboard is an on-screen 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.
Page 141 Pen thickness: Choose the size of handwriting strokes on the screen. • • Pen color: Choose the color of handwriting strokes on screen. • About: View information about Samsung keyboard handwriting. Advanced:  • Auto capitalization: Automatically capitalize words in your text based on common usage, such as at the beginning of sentences.
Page 142: Swype Settings
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.
Page 143: Voice Search Settings
Caller ID for incoming calls. 1. Press and touch > Settings > My Device tab > Language and input. 2. Touch Text-to-speech options: Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text-  to-speech Engine. Touch to configure options. Settings...
Page 144: Pointer Speed
Speech rate: Choose a rate for text readouts.  Listen to an example: Play an example of speech used for readouts.  Pointer Speed This feature allows you to adjust the speed of the cursor. 1. Press and touch > Settings > My Device tab > Language and input. 2.
Page 145: Smart Screen
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 on 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: ●...
Page 146: Voice Control
“Pause”, “Play”, “Volume Up”, and “Volume Down.” Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your phone—such as your Google Accounts, Samsung Accounts, email—you can synchronize account information between your phone and the account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, etc.
Page 147: Cloud
Cloud Back up your personal data using your Samsung Account, or use Dropbox to sync your phone’s content. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Accounts tab > Cloud. 2. Samsung Account: Touch Add account and follow the prompts to create or sign into your Samsung Account to backup your personal data.
Page 148: Security Settings
Set Location Services 1. Press and touch > Settings > More tab. 2. Touch Location services to set options: Access to my location: Allow apps that have asked your permission to use your  location information. Use GPS satellites: Obtain location information from GPS satellites. ...
Page 149: Make Passwords Visible
Make Passwords Visible Set password characters to briefly display as you enter them. > Settings > More tab > Security. 1. Press and touch 2. Touch Make passwords visible to enable the option. Device Administration Some applications, such as Corporate email, may require you to allow access to your device by device administrators in certain circumstances, such as if your device is lost or stolen.
Page 150: Credential Storage
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 phone. Use Application manager to manage applications on your phone.
Page 151: Storage
Storage Manage the use of memory resources in your phone’s Device memory, and on an optional installed memory card (not included). 1. Press and touch > Settings > More tab. 2. Touch Storage to view information about memory usage, and to set options: Device memory: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on ...
Page 152: Date And Time
Date and Time By default, your phone receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the Date and time settings. 1. Press and touch >...
Page 153: About Device
Wi-Fi only: Download updates only when connected via Wi-Fi.  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 ...
Page 154: Copyright Information
©2013 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. ©2013 Samsung. Samsung, Galaxy S, and S Beam are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. ©2013 Google Inc. All rights reserved. Google, the Google logo, Android, Chrome, Gmail,...
Page 155: Index
Index 3-way Calling, 59 View, 61 Call Waiting, 58 4G Services, 87 About Device, 152 Caller ID, 58 Accessibility Settings, 136 Camera, 97 Settings, 100 Account Passwords, 17 Accounts, 67 Viewing Pictures, 101 Email, 69 Clock, 108 Gmail, 67 Clock (App), 108 Google, 67 Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS), Social Network, 76...
Page 156 Reject Call with a Text Message, 53 Infrared Transmitter, 21 Transfer to/from Computer, 95 Flick, 25 International Dialing, 132 Flipboard, 76 Keyboard, 139, 141 Samsung, 139, 141 Folder, 28 Front Camera, 21 Touchscreen, 44 Galaxy Gear, 44 Kies via Wi-Fi, 95, 120 Language and Input, 138...
Page 157 Nearby Devices, 119 S Translator, 110 Notification Icons, 31 S Voice, 110 Samsung Apps, 110 Notification Panel, 34, 123 Notifications Samsung Keyboard, 139, 141 Sound Settings, 127 Screen Mirroring, 119 Screen Mode, 123 Phone About Device, 152 SD Card, 93...
Page 158 Status Bar, 31 Videos Stopwatch, 108 Sharing, 105 Storage Visual Voicemail, 55 Settings, 150 Voice Control, 44 Story Album, 84 Settings, 145 Swipe, 24 Voice Search System Update, 151 Settings, 142 Tethering, 116 Voice Typing, 44 Text Entry, 44 Configuring, 45 Text Input Using, 45 Voicemail, 54...

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