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P O R T A B L E Q U A D - B A N D M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone and keep it for future reference.
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
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THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
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® The Bluetooth word mark, figure mark (stylized “B Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG. microSD™ and the microSD logo are Trademarks of the SD Card Association. ®...
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Dynamic Noise Suppression from Audience Your phone is equipped with an advanced voice processing chip that delivers clear mobile calls by suppressing background noise, intermittent sounds (like a siren or nearby conversation), and echoes, allowing you to hear and be heard nearly anywhere. How Does It Work? Based on the intelligence of the human hearing system, the technology: •...
Section 1: Getting Started This section explains how to get started with your phone by Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual installing and charging the battery, installing the micro SIM assume you are starting from the Home screen and using the card and optional memory card, and setting up your voice available keys.
Special Text Example: From the Home screen, press (Menu) Settings Throughout this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from Bluetooth. the rest. These are intended to point out important Battery Cover information, share quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more.
To replace the battery cover: Position the battery cover over the battery Release Latch compartment and press down until you hear a click. SIM Card Overview Important! Before removing or replacing the micro SIM card, make sure the device is switched off. To turn the phone off, hold down the key until the power-off image displays, then tap Power off.
This card contains the necessary information for identifying 2. Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into the and authenticating the user to the IMS (IP Multimedia phone and that the upper-left angled corner of the card Subsystem). is positioned as shown. Installing and Removing the SIM card To remove the micro SIM card: This device uses a different type of SIM card called a “micro...
Installing the microSD Memory Card Important! Be sure to align the gold contact pins on the card Your device supports an optional (external) microSD™ or with the phone’s contacts. microSDHC™ memory card for storage of media such as music, pictures, video and other files. The SD card is designed for use with this mobile device and other devices.
Removing the microSD Memory Card Removing the Battery 1. Remove the battery cover. Grip the battery at the top end (3) and lift it up and out 2. Firmly press the card into the slot and release it. The of the battery compartment (4). card should pop partially out of the slot.
Use only approved batteries and continuously and prevent proper operation. Failure to chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery, Before using your device for the first time, you must fully can cause the device to become damaged.
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Warning! While the device is charging, if the touch screen Note: This illustration displays both the correct and incorrect does not function due to an unstable power supply orientation for connecting the charger. If the charger is unplug the USB power adapter from the power outlet incorrectly connected, damage to the accessory port will or unplug the USB cable from the device.
Extending Your Battery Life Low Battery Indicator When the battery level is low and only a few minutes of talk Active applications, light levels, Bluetooth usage, and GPS time remain (~15% charge), a warning tone sounds and the functionality all act to drain your battery. The following is a “Battery low”...
• Check the Running Services and close any unnecessary 5. If prompted to enable purchases, enter your credit card applications. information and click Save. – or – • Use the Task Manager feature to end/shutdown background applications that are still running. These minimized applications Click Skip to conitnue without entering this information.
Switching the Device On or Off Note: This software collects only diagnostic data from your Once the device has been configured, you will not be device so that T-Mobile technicians can better prompted with setup screens again. troubleshoot issues with your device. 1.
Restarting the Device 1. Press and hold (Power/End) until the Device options screen appears. 2. Tap Restart ( Locking and Unlocking the Device By default, the device screen locks when the backlight turns off. Place your finger on the screen and swipe the glass in any of the directions shown unlock the device.
Creating a New Google Account To create a new Google Account from the Web: 1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate ™ You should create a Google Account when you first use to www.google.com. your device in order to fully utilize the functionality. This account provides access to several device features such as 2.
Maps, Latitude, Play Store, this location before using your device. etc.. An active Samsung account is required to begin accessing applications such as Chat On and AllShare Play. Important! Too many users can overlook this storage destination until something goes wrong.
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(Samsung account). device, tap Go to Mailbox and follow the on-screen instructions. 2. If you have previously created a Samsung account, tap Sign in. – or – – or – If you have already verified your email address, tap If this is your first time, tap Create new account.
Voice Mail Accessing Your Voice Mail Setting Up Your Voice Mail You can access your Voice Mail by either pressing and holding on the keypad, or by using the phone’s Your device automatically transfers all unanswered calls to Application icon, then tapping the Voice Mail application. To voicemail, even if your device is in use or turned off.
Visual Voicemail To check Visual Voicemail messages: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) Visual Voicemail enables users to view a list of people who (Visual Voicemail). left a voicemail message, and listen to the any message they want without being limited to chronological order. 2.
Task Manager • Downloaded displays any installed packages or applications from the Play Store that are taking up memory space. Tap Your device can run applications simultaneously, with some Uninstall to remove them from your phone. applications running in the background. •...
Section 2: Understanding Your Device • This section outlines key features of your device. It also Over 450,000 Apps available to download from the Google Play™ describes the device’s keys, screen and the icons that Store display when the device is in use. ®...
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Video Chat via Google Talk • Google Play™ Music • Compatibility with a new micro SIM card • Wi-Fi Calling via the use of a micro SIM card • Access to thousands of Movies and TV Shows with the Samsung Media Hub...
Front View The following illustrations show the main elements of your device. The following list correlates to the illustrations. 1. Headset jack allows you to connect a hands-free headset so you can listen to music. 2. Indicator light illuminates with a series of distinct colors and flashing patterns to indicate different notifications and statuses.
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3. Menu key displays a list of options available for the 8. Display shows all the information needed to operate current screen. From the Home screen it displays Edit, your phone, such as the connection status, received Create folder, Search, and Settings options. signal strength, phone battery level, and time.
Back View 5. Flash is used to take photos in low-light conditions. Side Views The following illustration shows the external elements of your Device: The following illustration shows the side elements of your 1. microSD Card Slot (internal) allows you use a microSD Device: card to expand the memory of your device.
1. Volume key allows you to adjust the ringer volume in Signal strength Connection Status standby mode (with the phone open) or adjust the voice Battery status volume during a call. When receiving an incoming call: Status Bar Time • Pressing the volume key down mutes the ring tone. 2.
Display settings Displays your current signal strength. The greater In this menu, you can change various settings for the for the the number of bars, the stronger the signal. wallpaper, cube, brightness or backlight. Indicates that the Airplane Mode is active. You From the Home screen, tap (Apps) cannot send or receive any calls or access online...
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Displays when you device is set to automatically Displays your current battery charge level is reject calls from your Reject list or all calls. very low (Charge: ~15% - 5%). Displays when the speakerphone is on. Icon is Shows your current battery only has up to 4% displayed in the Status bar area.
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Displays when there is a new text message. Displays when the time and date for a Calendar Event has arrived. For more information, refer to “Calendar” on page 250. Displays when an outgoing text message has failed Displays when an alarm is set. to be delivered.
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Displays when Bluetooth technology is active Displays when a screen capture has been taken and and there is an available open and visible bluetooth stored in the clipboard. device. For more information, refer to “Using Gestures” on page 54. Displays when the Bluetooth technology is active and communicating with an external device.
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Displays when the USB Tethering mode is active Displays in the notifications window when action is and communicating. For more information, refer to required within the Samsung account application. “USB Tethering” on page 246. Displays in the notifications window when there are Displays when Wi-Fi is being used as a Mobile too many on-screen notification icons to display.
Notification Bar Displays when the External SD card is being prepared for mounting to the device. This is The Notification area indicates new message events (data required for communication with the External SD sync status, new messages, calendar events, call status, card.
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Accessing Additional Screen Functions In addition to notifications, this screen also provides quick and ready access to separate device functions. These can be quickly activated or deactivated by toggling them on or off. Clearing Notifications The following functions can either be activated (green) or 1.
Function Keys Home Screen Your device comes equipped with three main function keys The Home screen is the starting point for using the that can be used on any screen: Home, Menu, and Back. applications on your phone. There are initially seven Home Key available panels, each populated with default shortcuts or applications.
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• – Notification area displays those icons associated with end-user The current screen is indicated at the bottom by a white square. notifications such as: email messages, calls (missed, call in Up to seven (7) total screens are available. progress), new voicemail, upcoming event, USB connection, Emails, and Text/MMS messages.
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– The Application screens can be accessed by tapping As you transition from screen to screen, a screen indicator (Apps) from the Primary shortcuts area. (located at the bottom) displays the currently active panel. – Shortcuts can be removed from a screen and added back any number of times.
Applications Home Screen Menu Settings When on the Home screen, the following menu options are The Application menu provides quick access to the most available: frequently used applications. Applications display on each of • Edit allows you to add or the three panels on the Applications screens.
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• Downloaded applications: allows you to filter the view of apps The following table contains a description of each application available via both the Primary shortcuts area and via the to only those applications that you have downloaded. Applications screens. If the application is already described •...
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Amazon Camera Provides access to Amazon.com via a built-in mobile Launches the built-in 8.0 megapixel camera application. application from where you can take a picture with either the front or rear facing cameras. For more information, refer to “Amazon” on page 198. Calculator Note: A micro SD card is no longer needed to take Found within the Utility application, this launches the...
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ChatON Downloads Provides a global mobile communication service Provides quick access to tabs containing a list of your where you can chat with more than 2 buddies via a current downloaded files (Internet and Other). group chat. Share things such as pictures, videos, For more information, refer to “Downloads”...
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Provides a premium one-stop service center that For more information, refer to “Google +” on page let’s you play, connect and share games on 147. compatible Samsung Android devices. For more information, refer to “Game Hub” on page 203. Understanding Your Device...
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Internet Latitude Open the browser to start surfing the web. The Lets you see your friends’ locations and share browser is fully optimized and comes with yours with them. The application also lets you see advanced functionality to enhance the Internet your friends’...
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Messaging More Services Provides access to text and multimedia messaging Provides access to additional Samsung Apps and (SMS and MMS). services. Works in conjunction with the Samsung Apps feature. For more information, refer to “Creating and Sending Messages” on page 124.
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My files Phone Lets you view supported image files and text files Provides the ability to make or answering calls, on both your internal storage and microSD card. access the Contacts list, which is used to store Organize and store data, images, and more in your contact information.
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Play Movies S Memo Rent movies on Google Play™ and watch instantly This application allows you to create memos using the using the Google Play Movies app. keypad, your finger, or both. You can add images, voice recordings, and text all in one place. For more information, refer to “Play Movies”...
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This application is a subscription service. news, reference, social networking, navigation, and For more information, refer to “T-Mobile TV” on page more. 223. For more information, refer to “Samsung Apps” on Talk page 222. Launches a Web-based Google Talk application that Search...
Visual Voicemail Important! For help closing any or all current applications, use Visual Voicemail enables users to view a list of people the Task manager. For more information, refer to who left a voicemail message, and listen to the any “Task Manager”...
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• Flick: Move your finger in lighter, quicker strokes than swiping. Press and hold Touch and hold This finger gesture is always used in a vertical motion, such as when flicking through contacts or a message list. • Swipe or slide: Quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
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• Pinch: “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out.) • Spread: “Spread” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to Swipe or slide zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page.
Using Gestures Note: These screens can be re-arranged in any desired order. By activating the various gesture features within the Motion For more information, refer to “Customizing the menu (page 279), you can access a variety of time saving Screens” on page 58. functions.
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• Direct call: Once enabled, the device will dial the currently displayed on-screen Contact entry as soon as you place the Double Tap - Go to Top of List device to your ear. • Smart alert: Once enabled, pickup the device to be alerted and notified of you have missed any calls or messages.
• • Shake to update: Once enabled, shake your device to rescan for Turn over to mute/pause: Once enabled, mute incoming calls Bluetooth devices, rescan for Wi-Fi devices, Refresh a Web page, and any playing sounds by turning the device display down on a etc..
Navigating Through the Application Menus There are three default Application Menu screens available. As you add more applications from the Play Store, more screens are created to house these new apps. 1. Press and then tap (Apps). The first Application Menu screen displays. •...
Using Context Menus Accessing Recently-Used Applications 1. Press and hold to open the recently-used Context menus (also called pop-up menus) contain options that apply to a specific item on the screen. They function applications window. similarly to menu options that appear when you right click Note: This recent applications screen also provides access to your mouse on your desktop computer.
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• Adding and Removing Widgets To delete a screen: 1. Press • Changing the Background (Wallpapers) Adding and Deleting Screens and then tap Edit. 2. Touch and hold, then Your phone comes with seven screens. You can delete these drag the undesired screens and then add them back later.
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Assigning a New Home Screen Managing Shortcuts 1. Press and then tap Edit. Note: To move a shortcut from one screen to another, you 2. Tap (Home screen). The new Home screen then must carefully touch and hold the shortcut and slowly indicates this icon in the upper-right.
3. Tap Apps ( ) to reveal all your current available To delete a shortcut: applications. By default, applications are displayed as 1. Press to go to the Home screen. an Alphabetical grid. 2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks it 4.
Adding and Removing Widgets To insert a new primary shortcut: 1. Press and then tap (Apps). Widgets are self-contained applications that can be placed on any screen. Unlike shortcuts, widgets appear as 2. Locate your desired application, then touch and hold applications.
Managing Wallpapers To remove a Widget: 1. Touch and hold a Widget until it unlocks from the Wallpapers consist of either Gallery images (user taken), Live current screen. wallpapers (animated backgrounds), or Wallpaper gallery (default phone wallpapers). 2. Drag the widget over the Remove tab ( ) and release it.
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4. Select a Wallpaper type: To change the current Lock screen wallpaper: • Tap Gallery to select from a user image stored in the camera 1. Navigate to any screen, touch and hold an empty area image gallery, crop the image, and tap Done. of the screen, and tap Lock screen.
Section 3: Memory Card SD card Overview Your device lets you use a microSD (SD) or microSDHC card (also referred to as a memory card) to expand available After mounting an SD card in the device you can use your memory space.
Communicating with the SD card Important! DO NOT remove a microSD card while the device is 1. Insert the SD card into the external, SD card slot (For accessing or transferring files. Doing so will result more information, refer to “Installing the microSD in loss or damage of data.
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SD card Memory Status 5. Confirm the new mounted drive appears as a new drive on your computer. As soon as the connection is To view the memory allocation for your external SD card: established a drive letter is assigned to the phone’s Press and then tap Settings Storage.
Factory Data Reset From this menu you can reset your phone and sound settings to the factory default settings. 1. Press and then tap Settings Back up and reset. 2. Tap Factory data reset. This action erases all data from your device except current system software and bundled applications, or SD card files such as music or photos.
Section 4: Call Functions and Contacts List This section describes features and functionality associated If you make a mistake while dialing, tap to clear with making or answering calls, and the Contacts list, which the last digit. Touch and hold to clear the entire is used to store contact information.
Ending a Call Quick Briefly tap key to end the call. Calling End call Note: To redial a recent number, tap at the end of the call Quick or locate the number from the Logs list, tap the entry Texting and tap Call.
Making Emergency Calls If you do not have a SIM card installed the first time you turn on the phone, the Insert SIM card to make calls message displays and an animated tutorial shows you how to install the SIM card. Without a SIM card, you can only make an emergency call with the phone;...
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Making an Emergency Call With a SIM card installed Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly The Emergency calling mode than a normal calling mode. makes redialing an emergency number a 1-tap process. 5. At the Emergency Callback screen: Before you can resume normal •...
Dialing Options • Speed dial setting to access the Speed Dialing menu where you can assign a speed dial location to a current Contacts When you enter numbers on entry. the Keypad, you will see three on-screen options. • Add 2-sec pause to insert a two-second pause to enter a 2-second delay within a number string (the phone continues From the keypad screen, use one of the following options:...
Managing Reject Calls Pressing the Volume down button mutes the ringer. If the incoming call is from a number stored in your Contacts, This feature allows you to categorize both known and the entry’s name is displayed. You may also see the caller’s unknown callers as rejected contacts.
International Calls Adding numbers to the rejection list Entries can be added to the list via either the Contacts menu 1. From the Home screen, tap and then touch and or via the Auto reject list menu. The Contacts menu option hold until the device shows “+”...
Pause Dialing Wait Dialing You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with Inserting a Wait into your automated systems, such as voicemail or financial phone dialing sequence means that numbers. the phone waits until it hears •...
Redialing the Last Number Setting Up Speed Dial Entries The device stores the numbers of the calls you’ve dialed, Important! Speed dial location #1 is reserved for Voicemail. No received, or missed if the caller is identified. other number can be assigned to this slot. To recall any of these numbers: 1.
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Changing a Speed Dial Entry Order Removing a Speed Dial Entry 1. From the Home screen, tap 1. From the Home screen, tap 2. Press and then tap Speed dial setting. 2. Press and then tap Speed dial setting. 3. Touch and hold a existing on-screen speed dial Important! The number 1 is reserved for Voicemail and location and select Remove from the context menu.
This is a voice recognition application used to activate a wide “Hi Galaxy” to anything else. For more information, refer variety of functions on your device. This is a natural language to “Samsung Unlock Options” on page 289. recognition application. This goes beyond the Google Search Voice Actions feature 6.
Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi Calling is a free feature for T-Mobile customers using this device with the new ISIM card. Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues in and around the home or wherever cellular coverage is limited. Minutes used while connected to the Wi-Fi network count against available rate plan minutes.
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Activating Wi-Fi Note: With certain rate plans, minutes used while connected 1. Press and then tap Settings. to the Wi-Fi network count against available rate plan 2. Locate the Wi-Fi field and in a single motion touch and minutes. slide to the right to turn it on Activating Wi-Fi Calling The slider color indicates the activation status.
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Launching Wi-Fi Calling 4. Press and then tap Settings More settings Wi-Fi Calling Settings. Note: Verify you are currently connected to a Wireless Access 5. Tap Connection Preferences and select a preference for Point. use by the Wi-Fi Calling feature: •...
In Call Options Displays on the There is an error in the use or screen status 911 registration of the Wi-Fi Your phone provides a number of features that are available bar. Calling feature. for use during a call. 3. Use the phone Dialer, Logs, or Contacts list to make a call.
Adjusting the Call Volume Placing a Call on Hold During a call, use the Volume keys on the left side of the You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. If device, to adjust the earpiece volume. your network supports this service, you can also make another call while a call is in progress.
Turning the Speakerphone on and off 4. While on a call, switch back to the device speaker by tapping (Headset on). While on a call, you can use your Speakerphone by following Headset More In-call Options these steps: 1. Tap (Speaker off) to toggle the speakerphone on.
Adjusting Noise Reduction 4. Wait for the second caller to answer the incoming call and tap Merge. The two calls are now joined into a During a call it may be necessary to adjust the noise reduction feature. Activating this feature can improve the multi-party call and display in the order in which they quality of your conversation by reducing ambient noise.
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Having a Private Conversation With One Participant When you have two Active Conference Split Caller End Call participants in a multi-party Call session, it might be necessary to place one of those participants on hold so that a private conversation can be held with a single 3.
Dropping One Participant • Ending call with xxx to end the previous call and answer the new call. 1. Press and then tap Manage conference call. 2. Tap to the right of the number to drop. Note: The new caller appears at the top of the list. The The participant is disconnected and you can continue previous caller is placed on hold and appears at the the call with the other participant.
Logs Tab Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Contacts entry name (if the number is in your Contacts). The Logs tab is a list of the phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. The Logs Indicates all outgoing calls made from your device.
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Accessing Call log from The Notifications Area Call logs - Caller Overview 1. Locate from the Notifications area of the Status bar. Call options (tap) 2. Tap the Status bar to reveal the Notifications tab, and Logs screen then drag the tab to the bottom of the screen to open the Notifications panel (1).
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• Tap a contact entry name or number to reveal the Call options • Call [Number] to redial the current phone number. screen: • Send message allows you to create a new text message to the • Call allows you to redial the entry by name or number. selected entry.
Altering Numbers from the Logs List 4. Tap Delete to continue with the erasure. – or – If you need to make a call from the Logs screen and you need to alter the number prior to dialing, you can add the Tap Cancel to stop the current process.
(Select input method) and select an available • input method. T9 Trace: (as part of the Samsung keyboard and not shown as an input method), is also enabled as you swipe across the on-screen keyboard. Instead of tapping each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word.
The on-screen QWERTY keyboard displays. T9 Trace is the built into the Samsung keyboard. This method allows you to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, lifting your finger between words. T9...
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(landscape mode). Using the QWERTY keypad/ keyboard, you can type letter, numbers, punctuation, and other characters. To use the Samsung keyboard you must first configure the settings to default to the Samsung keyboard. 1. Press and then tap Settings...
Entering Text using Different Input Options • Settings to access the Samsung keyboard settings menu. Changing the Text Input Mode in Keyboard Although the default text input method with the Samsung keyboard is to use the on-screen keys you have other 1.
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Rotate the the cursor automatically advances to the next space. phone counterclockwise to a landscape orientation, if Using ABC Mode in Samsung Keyboard desired. 1. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the text 2.
From within an active text entry screen, touch and hold (Input Methods) and select Settings, then tap 1. Tap to configure the keyboard for Symbol to reveal the Samsung keyboard settings screen. mode. 2. Tap the appropriate symbol key. 2. Set any of the following options: –...
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• Key-tap sound enables auditory feedback when you tap an (Input Methods) and select Settings, then tap on-screen key. to reveal the Samsung keyboard settings screen. • Tutorial launches a brief on-screen tutorial covering the main concepts related to the Samsung keyboard.
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3. Tap the Predictive text field and configure any of the • Regional correction automatically tries to correct errors following advanced options: caused when you tap keys adjacent to the correct keys. (A • Word completion tells your device to attempt to predict how to green check mark indicates the feature is enabled.
Using the Google Voice Typing Using Google Voice Typing 1. From a screen where you can enter text, in a single This feature uses Google voice recognition to convert your motion, touch and drag the Status bar down to the spoken words into on-screen text.
Section 6: Contacts This section explains how to use and manage your Contacts 4. Synchronize all accounts by tapping Sync all. List. You can save phone numbers to your phone’s memory. – or – Accounts next to the account you want to synchronize. From the Accounts menu you decide if you want applications 5.
• Add new account lets you create a new account type. Choose from Samsung account, ChatON, Google, LDAP, Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, or MobileLife Contacts. Contacts...
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5. Tap the image icon and select a photo for this contact. Note: When storing an entry into your micro SIM card, note Selections are: Picture or Take picture. that only the Name, and Number are saved. To save additional information for a particular contact, such as Note: The label entries below can change and are dependant notes, email, dates, etc., it is important to save that on the selected destination type (ex: the Other and...
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8. Enter additional information such as: Email, Address, • If you're updating an existing contact, tap the entry from the list Work, Events, Groups, Ringtone, Vibration pattern or tap and proceed to step 5. Add another field to input additional category 4.
7. Tap the label button (to the left of the Phone field) and 1. From the Home screen, tap (Contacts). scroll through the list to select a category such as 2. Swipe up or down until you see the contact displayed. Home, Mobile, Work, Work Fax, Home Fax, Pager, Car, –...
Editing Contact Information 1. From the Home screen, tap Tabs 2. Tap a contact name from the list and tap (Edit). Search Create – or – Contacts Contacts field Press and tap Edit. – or – Tabbed Touch and hold a Contacts entry from the main Navigation Contacts list and then tap Edit.
3. Edit the contact information then: 4. Enter additional information such as: Email, Address, • Tap Save to complete and store the new entry or Events, Groups, Ringtone, Vibration pattern or tap Add another field to input additional category information. •...
If several of your contacts are from other external sources, this Gmail, display contacts stored to your SIM card, Microsoft allows you to “back them up” or copy them to your Samsung Exchange email, display contacts stored on your device, and/or account.
• Print namecard: allows you to print selected information on a • Join contact: allows you to link the current contact to another compatible Samsung printer. current contact. Similar to a “see also” feature. If you can’t remember a contact’s information, linking entries can help you find the person you are looking for.
Contact Entry Options Joining Contact Information 1. From the Home screen, Most people now maintain multiple email accounts, social networking logins, and other similar account information. For example, a Facebook account login name might differ from a 2. Tap an entry to reveal the corporate email account login because they are maintained Contact entry’s Overview separately and for different groups of people.
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1. From the Home screen, tap Important! It is the second contact image that is displayed for 2. Tap a contact name (the name you want to link to both, but the first contact’s name that is used. another entry) to reveal the Contact entry’s Overview For example: If Amy (original entry) is joined with Screen.
Unjoining a Contact Marking a Contact as Default 1. From the Home screen, tap When you use applications such as the Voice Dialer or other messaging type applications, the application needs to know 2. Tap a contact name (the account name from which you which information is primary (default) in a contact entry list.
Sending All Current Namecards Note: If there are multiple phone numbers assigned to an Rather than selecting once Contact entry at a time, you can entry, assigning one as the default will automatically dial send all of your current entries at once. that number when the contact is selected for dialing.
Note: The Web storage Upload feature requires that you are Copying Contact Information to the SIM Card logged into your Samsung account prior to upload. The default storage location for saving phone numbers to • Wi-Fi Direct to transmit the entries to another Wi-Fi Direct your Contacts list is your phone’s built-in memory.
Copying Contact Information to the microSD Synchronizing Contacts Card Syncing data from your managed accounts allows you to add This procedure allows you to copy entry information saved and manage a new or existing contact from your online or on the phone’s memory, onto the SIM card. remote accounts to your phone.
• MobileLife Contacts lists those Contacts currently found within information. the MobileLife account. Note: Syncing of contacts requires you are logged into your • Samsung account lists those Contacts currently found and Gmail and Corporate accounts via the device. sync’d within the Samsung account. Display Options •...
Additional Contact Options 4. Tap those contact settings you wish to synchronize (all Sending an Email to a Contact are enabled by default). A green check mark indicates the feature is enabled. • Choose from: Sync interval settings, Sync Gallery, or Sync Note: Contacts must contain and email account and address before you can use the Send email feature.
Contact List Settings Groups From this menu you can determine the default storage This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a location for Contacts, display your phone’s primary number, call group. This group can be one of the already present and view service numbers listed in your Contact list.
Adding an Existing Entry to a Current Caller 3. Make modifications to the Group name, Group ringtone, Group or Vibration pattern fields. For more information, refer to “Creating a New Caller Group” on page 120. 1. From the Home screen, tap Groups Groups 4.
The Favorites Tab The Favorites tab is a list of the phone numbers that have been designated as favorite contacts. For more information, refer to “Logs Tab” on page 89. 1. From the Home screen, tap 2. Tap (Favorites tab). Favorites Favorites Adding a contact to your favorites list:...
Section 7: Messages This section describes how to send or receive different types The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and of messages. It also explains the features and functionality receive multimedia messages (such as picture, video, and associated with messaging. audio messages) to and from other mobile phones or email Types of Messages addresses.
Creating and Sending Messages 4. Add more recipients by tapping either the Enter recipient field or and selecting recipients. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Messaging) 5. Tap the Enter message field and use the on-screen (Compose). keypad to enter a message. For more information, refer 2.
Message Options Quick Messaging a Number from the Contacts List Options before composing a message 1. From the Home screen, tap (Contacts). 1. From the Home screen, tap (Messaging) 2. Locate an entry from the Contacts list. 2. Before composing a message, press from the 3.
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Options while composing a message • Layout (bottom) (only in MMS): allows you to change the layout. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Messaging) • Delete messages: allows you to erase either select specific 2. From within an open message, press to display message bubbles or all current messages bubbles.
• Record audio: allows you to temporarily exit the message and • Text templates: allows you to add pre-defined phrases and record an audio clip using the phone’s microphone. It is then sentences. For more information, refer to “Text Templates” automatically attached to the message.
Message Threads 3. Compose your reply. Your texts are colored Blue and your caller’s replies are Sent and received text and Current Recipient My Text Yellow. picture messages are grouped into message 4. Tap (Send) to deliver your reply. threads. Threaded messages –...
• Lock/Unlock message: locks or unlocks the currently selected 5. At the prompt, tap OK to delete or Cancel to end the message bubble from being accidentally deleted. process. Deleting a single message bubble • Forward: allows you to forward the currently selected message bubble to an external recipient.
Message Search • Use the volume key: allows you to change the text size by using the up or down volume keys. You can search through your messages by using the Storage settings Message Search feature. • Delete old messages: deletes old messages when the limit is 1.
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Multimedia message (MMS) settings • Service loading: allows you to set the type of service loading • Delivery reports: when this option is activated, the network notification. Choose from: Always, Prompt, or Never. Notification settings informs you whether or not your message was delivered. •...
Emergency Alert Configuration Important! Alerts issued by the President can not be disabled. This device is designed to receive wireless emergency alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS); which To disable Extreme, Severe, and AMBER Alerts: may also be known as the Personal Localized Alerting 1.
• To create your own text template: IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) - This protocol is 1. From the Home screen, tap frequently used in large networks and commercial settings. IMAP4 is the current standard. 2. From the Messaging list, press and then tap Text •...
Creating an Internet Email Account 3. Tap Show password to display the password as you enter it in the associated field. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) • Tap Manual setup to configure your connection settings (Email). manually (POP3 or IMAP). Follow the on-screen prompts and 2.
Composing Email Messages for this account display on the Inbox tab. You can also view Personal information for this account, Receipts (if 1. From the Home screen, tap (Email). you setup the account to return receipts), Travel information, 2. Tap the account name field (upper-right) to open the and more (if available).
– Tap the Signature field, change the current text, and tap OK to Note: If you attach an image to your email, you have the option save the new signature. to resize it prior to delivery. Choose from: Original, • Default account: Assign this account as the default email Large (70%), Medium (30%), or Small (10%).
Microsoft Exchange Email (Outlook) • Size to retrieve emails configures the incoming email size allowed to pass through to your phone automatically without Your phone also provides access to your company’s Outlook user interaction. Emails with attachments larger than Exchange server. If your company uses either Microsoft configured will have to be retrieved manually.
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– or – Note: If prompted with an on-screen notification that the Enter your Email address and Password information. connection that the “Setup could not finish”, tap Edit Email address: your Outlook work email address. details to continue with a manual update of necessary information.
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11. Read the on-screen Activation disclaimer and, when Important! Do not accept the default entry as this is a guess prompted, tap OK. The device then verifies your based on returned information. incoming server settings. 12. If prompted, read the Remote security administration •...
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Opening an Exchange Email Deleting an Exchange Email Message 1. From the Home screen, tap (Email). Touch and hold an email (from your inbox list) and 2. Tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the select Delete from the on-screen context menu. complete email account list page.
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• Signature: Lets you attach a customized signature to the • Period to sync email to assign the sync range for your bottom of all outgoing emails. incoming and outgoing email messages between your phone and your external exchange server. How many days worth of –...
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• Security options: allows you to enable several security options • Vibrate assigns a vibration when a new or upcoming event is such as: Encryption, Encryption algorithm, Sign, Sign pending. algorithms, Email certificates, and Security policy list. These • Exchange server settings provides access to the security policies could restrict some functions from corporate Domain\user name, Password, and Exchange server settings.
Using Google Mail Refreshing Gmail Mail Google Mail (Gmail) is Google’s web-based email. When you From within the Gmail message list, tap (Refresh) first setup the phone, Gmail is configured. Depending on the at the bottom of the screen to refresh the screen, send synchronization settings, Gmail is automatically synchronized and receive new emails, and synchronize your email with your Gmail account.
4. Press and select Add Cc/Bcc to add a carbon or • Mute: mutes the conversation. blind copy. • Report spam: reports the Email message as spam. 5. Enter the subject of this message in the Subject field. • Settings: allows you to configure the General, or Notification 6.
Gmail accounts. information. Note: Before using this application, you must first have an Important! The Samsung account manages the access active Gmail account available and be currently logged information (username/password) to several applications, such as AllShare Play, ChatON, and Media Hub.
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Registering with the Service Note: If you opt to receive the verification code via SMS, this 1. Confirm you have already logged in to your Samsung information is sent directly to your device. Once account. received, the Verification field is automatically filled in.
Using ChatON for Chatting Deleting a single message bubble 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (ChatON). (ChatON). 2. Tap the Buddies tab 2. Launch a chat session to reveal the message string. Buddy’s Bubble and select a buddy to 3.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to use Google+. 5. When prompted, configure the Instant Upload parameters as desired and tap DONE. 5. Visit www.google.com/mobile/+/ for more information. Messenger 6. Follow any on-screen setup instructions. 7. At the Messenger screen, tap to start a new Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into message.
Section 8: Multimedia Assigning the Default Storage This section explains how to use the multimedia features of Location your phone, including the Camera/Camcorder, Music Player, AllShare Play, and how to manage your photos, images and sounds. Important! Too many users can overlook this storage location You can take photographs and shoot video by using the until something goes wrong.
Using the Camera 5. Press (Camera key) until the shutter sounds. (The Taking Photos picture is automatically stored within your designated storage location (page 149). If no microSD is installed, Taking pictures with your device’s built-in camera is as all pictures are stored on the Phone.) For more simple as choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then information, refer to “Camera Options”...
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• Smile shot: the camera focuses on the face of Focus area: displays the area of the image used as the your subject. Once the camera detects the main focus area. person’s smile, it takes the picture. • Beauty: adjusts the contrast to smooth facial Self portrait: allows you to set the front camera so you features.
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Focus mode: allows you to set this option to Auto Settings: focus, Macro, or Face detection. Edit shortcuts: allows you to set shortcut icons for the • Auto focus: automatically focus the image based settings that you use the most. on the focus area.
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Settings (continued): Settings (continued): Focus mode: allows you to set this option to Auto ISO: ISO determines how sensitive the light meter is focus, Macro, or Face detection. Use Auto focus for all on your digital camera. Choose from Auto, 100, 200, other focal situations.
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Settings (continued): Camera / Camcorder Mode: allows you to take a photo in various modes. Once you change the mode, the Shutter sound: allows you to set the Shutter sound to corresponding indicator appears at the top left of the On or Off.
Pictures and Videos Image Viewer Options Video viewing options After you take a photo or record a video, you can access Note: If no control icons are displayed on the screen in various options. addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to Photo viewing options display them.
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Enabling Share Shot • Share Shot is a great way to instantly share a series of pictures among a group of users. The best example for this feature is Share shot is a Wi-Fi Direct group sharing feature where having multiple users instantly sharing each others pictures at a multiple users can Wi-Fi connect their devices and then all company or family gathering.
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To enable Share shot on Camera: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Camera) (Shooting Mode) Share shot. Share With 2. If you are prompted to activate your Wi-Fi Direct Profiles connection, tap OK and follow the activation Shooting Mode procedures for Wi-Fi Direct. 3.
To take share shot images: 4. If not already active, in a single motion touch and slide 1. Press (Camera key) until the shutter sounds. the S Beam slider to the right to turn it on 2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) 5.
Camera Gallery Options 8. From the Touch to beam screen, tap the reduced image preview to begin the transfer (2). After a few seconds The Gallery is where you can access the Gallery of stored (depending on file size) the recipient with then see the camera images.
3. From the top of the window tap to configure 3. Tap the on-screen image and use either of the several slideshow playback settings such: following image menu options: • Effect: allows you to configure the fade effects used when the •...
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4. Re-enter you PIN and tap Done. The device then waits – Print: allows you to print the current image on a compatible for other connected recipients to accept the connection Samsung printer. and enter the PIN on their screens. – Rename: allows you to rename the current file.
2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) and then tap Settings (Gallery). Motion Motion activation. Note: You must be signed in to your Samsung Account before 2. Tap the desired you can use this feature. on-screen motion option. 3. Open a selected image. 4. Tap (Stream to connected devices) and select an available target device to begin streaming.
Assigning an Image as a Wallpaper 3. Although enabled by default, enable the Palm swipe to capture field by placing a check mark in the adjacent 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) field. (Gallery). 4. With the current screen showing the desired image, in 2.
Editing a Photo Shooting Video You can edit your photos using the optional Photo editor Tip: When shooting video in direct sunlight or in bright application on your device. For more information, refer to conditions, it is recommended that you provide your “Photo Editor”...
Camcorder Options 5. Tap anywhere on the screen to re-focus the camera on that object. The camcorder auto-focuses on the new You can change options using your keypad in capture mode. target area. The following short cuts are available: 6. Tap the screen then select to turn on auto focus.
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Settings: Settings (continued): Edit shortcuts: allows you to set shortcut icons for the Exposure value: allows you to adjust the brightness settings that you use the most. level by moving the slider. Self-recording: allows you to set the front camera so Timer: allows you to set a timer for how long to wait you can take videos of yourself or video chat.
Settings (continued): Camera / Camcorder Mode: allows you to take a photo in various modes. Once you change the mode, the Storage: allows you to configure the default storage corresponding indicator appears at the top left of the location for images or videos as either Phone or display.
5. If prompted, accept the Samsung Apps agreement. 6. Tap the Get to continue. 7. Log into Samsung Account by either tapping Create new account or Sign in using your existing Samsung account information. Follow the on-screen log in...
8. If prompted, tap Get again to initiate the download Crop: allows you to crop (cut-out) an area of a process. photo. Using the Photo Editor Color: allows you to adjust the Original, Auto 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) adjustment, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, (Photo editor).
The Gallery 5. Press to access the following options: • Select image: selects an existing image from your Gallery and The Gallery is where you view photos and play back videos. starts a new Photo editor project. Be sure and save the photo For photos, you can also perform basic editing tasks, view a you are working on before starting a new project.
Viewing a Video within the Gallery Sharing Videos 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Gallery). (Video player). After a few seconds, each on-screen video begins to cycle through a preview of 2. Locate your folder and video. the first five seconds of the clip.
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Using Picture-In-Picture Note: The Picture-In-Picture feature only works when using This feature can be used during playback of supported video the Video player application. Other video players (ex: types via either the Gallery, Play Videos, or Video player. YouTube), do not support this feature. Note: Some applications might not allow this video to remain 4.
Locating Your VOD Registration Number 3. Open the DivX Player on your computer and 1. Press and then tap Settings About from within the VOD device Legal information License settings menu, select Register DivX® VOD > Register. a DivX Certified 2.
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5. Follow the 9. From the Registration screen (Transfer), click Transfer instructions in DivX Video now and select the location of the microSD card Player to enter the or USB (the device) as the target destination for the registration code registration video (created in step 6) and click Start.
Creating a New Media Hub Account Before you can rent or buy media, you must first create an Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie account. Enter the required information. and TV content. With hundreds of titles available, entertaining your family on the go was never easier.
• TV Shows: displays TV shows that are available for purchase. Note: Your Media Hub account is managed by the Samsung Scroll through the top navigation bar and select a TV category. account application. This application manages your user The TV shows of that type will be displayed below.
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• You may remove Media Content from a device as many times as • In no event will rented Media Content be available for a period you’d like. You will have the ability to re-download the Media of more than thirty (30) days (or shorter on a title-by-title basis) Content at a later point in time subject to content re-download after the Media Content has been rented (e.g., if you begin availability and studio permissions.
Play Movies For more information on using the Picture-in-Picture feature for video playback, see “Using Picture-In-Picture” on This application allows you to connect to the Play Store, page 172. download a movie and then watch it instantly. Play Music Choose from thousands of movies, including new releases and Also known as Google Music, allows you to browse, shop, HD titles in the Play Store and stream them instantly on your and playback songs purchased from the Play Store.
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Changing Library View 2. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to link your current account to Google Play Music. You can change the way you view the contents of your 3. Tap an on-screen account to add it or select Add library.
Searching for Music in Your Library Listening to Music 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) You can listen to music by using your device’s built-in (Play Music). speakers, through a wired headset, or through a wireless Bluetooth stereo headset. 2.
Displaying the Now Playing Screen While viewing a list of albums, artists, playlists, or genres, tap (Options) adjacent to the label and tap If you navigate away from the Now playing screen, to return Play. to the Now playing screen from other Music screens: The Now playing screen opens and the song you Tap the name of the current song in the Now Playing touched or the first song in the album or playlist starts...
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• ALBUMS: Play, Add to playlist, More by artist, Shop for artist, or 4. Tap Add to playlist to add the song to a playlist. Search – or – • SONGS: Play, Add to playlist, Shop for artist, Delete, or Search. Add to playlist to add the song to •...
Adding Songs to Playlists When Shuffle mode is enabled via Show Options, 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) songs play in random order. When disabled (as shown), songs play in the order they appear in List (Play Music). view. Also visible when is tapped.
Music Player 4. Use any of the following Music Player controls: The Music Player is an application that can play music files. Pause the song. The music player supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, Start the song after pausing. eAAC+, MP3, WMA, 3GP, MP4, and M4A. Launching the Press and hold to rewind the song.
Making a Song a Phone Ringtone • Add to playlist: allows you to add the current music file to a selected playlist. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Music player). • Details: allows you to view media info such as Artist, Title, Album, Track length, Genre, Track number, Format, Size, and 2.
Creating a Playlist • Play speed: set the play speed anywhere between 0.5X and 2.0X using the slider. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) • Music menu: this menu allows you to select which categories (Music player). you want to display. Choices are: Albums, Artists, Genres, 2.
5. Tap a music file, or tap Select all to add all the music 3. Touch and hold a playlist entry to reveal the on-screen tracks to this playlist then tap Done. context menu. Removing Music from a Playlist 4. Tap Edit title. 5.
• Playlists: Displays downloaded playlists and your library of songs and albums. Tap New to create a new playlist. Samsung Music Hub makes your device a personal music • My page: Displays the following options: manager. It lets you access, buy, and download millions of music tracks.
Making a Purchase You can use Music Hub to buy albums or individual tracks. This application wirelessly synchronizes your Samsung You can also build your own album from various tracks. device with your TV, streams content and even keeps tabs on 1.
(server, laptop, etc.) directly on your device by Media Hub. allowing you to add a Web storage service for streaming content. 1. Confirm you have already logged in to your Samsung • Devices allows you to stream/share selected multimedia account. There should be no icon in the content from your device to DLNA compliant device connected Notifications area of the screen.
Play by requiring a user enter the currently active and account by tapping Sign up SugarSync Sign Up. associated Samsung account password. Tap Locking Note: If you already have a current Sugar Sync account, tap AllShare Play to activate/deactivate the feature.
Sharing files via Web Storage Important! After you enter your passwords, do not press Files can be uploaded to a Web storage location, such as to hide the keyboard. This action erases the SugerSync by either login into the service and sharing a password fields.
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(AllShare Controller enabled) appears in the Notification area at the top of the device to indicate Note: You must be signed in to your Samsung Account before you are using your device as the media source. you can use this feature.
AllShare Play Screen Sharing via Group Cast Note: The newly altered image (with markups and comments) can not be saved, but you can take a screen shot of the Important! Verify all of your recipients are connected to the current image and save it to your Clipboard. same Wi-Fi.
YouTube Note: T-Mobile TV must be initialized over a cellular network YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can before it can be used. During this initial registration upload and share videos, and view them in MPEG-4 format. process, any Wi-Fi connections must be disabled.
Section 9: Applications and Development Applications This section contains a description of each application that is available in the Applications Menu, its function, and how to The Applications list provides quick access to all the navigate through that particular application. If the application available applications on the phone.
AllShare Play Samsung Account” on page 20. This application wirelessly synchronizes your Samsung Important! The Samsung account manages the access mobile phone with your TV, streams content and even keeps information (username/password) to several tabs on who calls or sends text messages with real-time, applications, such as AllShare Play.
3. Tap Start and follow the on-screen prompts. Note: Place the screen in Landscape mode to reveal additional For more information, refer to “AllShare Play” on page 189. scientific functions. Amazon Calendar This mobile application provides a user with access to the online Amazon website.
Camera 2. Log in to the service and follow the on-screen instructions. Use your 8.0 megapixel camera feature to produce photos in a JPEG format. The Camcorder shoots High Definition video in an For more information, visit: https://web.samsungchaton.com. MP4 format. For more information, refer to “ChatON”...
Downloads Download the Desktop application 1. Use your computer’s browser to navigate to: Provides quick access to tabs containing a list of your current http://www.dropbox.com/. downloaded files (Internet and Other). 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) 2. Follow the on-screen setup and installation instructions (Downloads).
Accessing Dropbox on your Device 7. Touch and hold an on-screen item to choose from additional options: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) • Share via applications such as: Copy link, Bluetooth, ChatON, (Dropbox) Start. Email, Flipboard, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, S Memo, or 2.
Manually uploading a Picture to Dropbox Flipboard 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) This application creates a personalized digital magazine out (Camera). of everything being shared with you. Access news stories, personal feeds and other related material. Flip through your 2.
Google + Provides a premium one-stop service center that let’s you Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a play, connect and share games on compatible Samsung lot easier. Android devices. Game Hub comes pre-packaged with some 1. Sign on to your Google account. For more information, of the most popular social and premium HD games that have refer to “Creating a New Google Account”...
Kies air Note: Although you do not have to enable location services in Kies air allows you to sync your Windows PC wirelessly with order to use Latitude, it is recommended for best your phone provided they are both on the same Wi-Fi accuracy.
Sharing your Location with Friends Your friend will receive an email or text message with your location marked on a map. They will also receive 1. From the map view, if not already displaying the instructions on how to view your location from the web Latitude icon at the top tight, tap the bottom-right or use Latitude on their phone or tablet provided it is arrow from...
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• Directions: displays navigation directions to a location from a • Settings: allows you to select the following additional options: starting point. – Display: allows you to enable/disable the Zoom Buttons and • Layers: allows you to switch map views: Scale Bar.
Maps Enabling a Location source Before you use Google Maps and find your location or search Google Maps allow you to track your current location, view for places of interest, you must enable a location source. To real-time traffic issues, and view detailed destination enable the location source you must enable the wireless directions.
Opening Maps – Satellite: Maps uses the same satellite data as Google Earth. Satellite images are not real-time. Google Earth acquires the 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) best imagery available, most of which is approximately one to (Maps). three years old.
Media Hub – Cache: allows you to set options to pre-fetch map tiles when not using Wi-Fi and to clear the cache that holds the map tiles. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) – Location Settings: lets you access and configure the location (Media Hub).
“Creating a New Google Account” on page 19. Music Hub 2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) Samsung Music Hub makes your device a personal music (Messenger). manager and lets you access, buy, and download millions of – or –...
My files Opening and Navigating within Files DCIM is the default location for pictures or video taken by the This application allows you to manage your sounds, images, device. These files are actually stored in the DCIM folder videos, bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory card location.
Navigation Enabling GPS Location 1. Press and then tap Settings Location Google Maps Navigation (Beta) is an internet-connected services. turn-by-turn, GPS navigation system with voice guidance. 2. Tap Use wireless networks allows apps to use data Caution! Traffic data is not real-time and directions may be from sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to wrong, dangerous, prohibited, or involve ferries.
Navigation options • Maps: enables the on-screen real-time map functionality. Navigation Map options 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Navigation). The navigation application can be Once on the map screen, you can access the following configured from the main screen. features: 2.
• Restaurants: displays restaurant and eatery locations relative For more information, refer to “Call Functions and Contacts List” on page 69. to your current location. Places While on the map screen, press to access additional options: Displays company locations as markers on Google Maps. •...
Play Books Play Movies Formerly known as Google Books, this application allows you This application allows you to connect to the Play Store, to read over 3 million ebooks on the go. download a movie and then watch it instantly. Build your ebooks library in the cloud with Play Books: jump Learn more about Google Play Movies at: right into a bestseller or select from nearly 3 million free...
Play Store Downloading a New Google Application Formerly known as the “Android Market”, this application provides access to downloadable applications and games to To download a new application, you will need to use your install on your phone. The Play Store also allows you to Google account to sign in to the Play Store.
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7. On the main Play Store screen, press and then tap Important! If the selected application requires access to data My Apps, tap an installed application in the list, and or control of a function on your device, the Play then tap Open.
Launching an Installed Google Manage applications Application This feature allows you to manage and remove installed applications. You can also view the amount of memory or 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps). resources used as well as the remaining memory and 2.
S Memo Toolbar Add Title The S Memo application allows you to create memos using Secondary the keypad, your finger, or both. You can add images, voice Toolbar recordings, and text all in one place. Writing Show/Hide Creating a New Memo Secondary Modes Toolbar...
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• Share via: allows you to share your memo using Group Cast, Displays the keypad to you can add text. ChatON, Dropbox, Flipboard, Picasa, Google+, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, Messaging, Gmail, or Email. Eraser tool allows you to erase marks and drawings. •...
For more information, refer to “Using S Voice” on page 79. Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account application. For more information, refer to “Creating a Samsung Account” on page 20.
Smartphone smarter. – or – Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be on the Google Search bar and say the search logged in to your Samsung account application. For information. more information, refer to “Creating a Samsung Settings Account”...
T-Mobile Name ID You can scan a TecTile by turning on your device, enabling NFC, and then tapping the back of your device to the TecTile. Allows you to modify the on-screen Caller ID information. For more information, refer to “Near Field Communication” Name ID identifies unknown callers by Name, City, and State.
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Programming your TecTile 2. Verify the TecTile app ( ) appears within the Applications screen. 1. Ensure NFC feature is on and the TecTile app is loaded to your device. 2. Launch the TecTile application ( 3. Read the on-screen information and tap OK. 4.
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To program your TecTile to join you to a Wi-Fi network: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) For more information, visit us at: www.samsung.com/us/tectile. (TecTile). To program your TecTile to send a text message: 2. Select Settings & Apps Join a WiFi Network.
Shutting Down Applications 7. Confirm the TecTile is functioning properly and place it on its new location. 1. Press and hold then tap Task manager. This Talk screen contains the following tabs: • Active applications display those currently active applications You can instant message with Google Talk.
Video Player Voice Recorder The Video player application plays video files stored on your The Voice Recorder allows you to record an audio file up to microSD card. one minute long and then immediately send it as a message. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Voice From the Home screen, tap...
YouTube – SafeSearch filtering allows you to configure block settings for videos containing restricted content. This option blocks these YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can videos from appearing within your search results. Choose from: upload and share videos, and view them in MPEG-4 format. Don’t filter, Moderate, or Strict blocking.
Section 10: Connections Browser Options Your phone is equipped with features that allow you to quickly connect to the web. 1. From the top of the browser screen, select one of the Internet available options: • Refresh: reloads the current page. Your device is equipped with a Google browser to navigate the mobile web.
• Downloads: displays the download history. 2. Tap from the list of search results that are • Print: provides print access on compatible Samsung printers. displayed. • Settings: allows you to change the way you view your web 3. Tap a link to view the website.
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Adding and Deleting Windows Going Incognito You can have up to eight Internet windows open at one time. The incognito feature allows you to view Internet sites outside of the normal browsing. Pages viewed in this To add a new window: incognito window won’t appear within your browser history 1.
3. Tap next to the incognito listing to delete this 3. Tap a bookmark to view the webpage, or touch and window. hold a bookmark for the following options: Using Bookmarks • Open: Opens the webpage of the selected bookmark. •...
Adding Bookmarks Emptying the Cookies 1. From the webpage, tap Add bookmark A cookie is a small file placed on your phone by a website during navigation. In addition to containing some site- 2. Use the on-screen keypad to enter the name of the specific information, a cookie can also contain some bookmark and the URL.
Using Most Visited • Auto-fill text: Allows you to set the text used for the Web form auto-fill feature. The Most visited list provides you with a list of the most visited and bookmarked websites. These entries are used to Privacy and security: return to previously unmarked web pages.
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• Clear location access: Clears location access for all websites. • Inverted rendering: Allows you to adjust the way a Web page Tap OK to complete the process. is displayed to make it easier to view or read. Enabling this feature causes a page to rendered in reverse - Black becomes •...
• Website settings: View advanced settings for individual • Load images: Allows web page images to load along with the websites. other text components of a loaded website. • Default zoom: Adjusts the zoom feature. Set to Far, Medium, Labs: or Close.
Bluetooth Settings 2. In a single motion touch and slide the Bluetooth slider to the right to turn it on The Bluetooth settings menu allows you to set up many of The slider color indicates the activation status. When the characteristics of your device’s Bluetooth service, active, displays in the Status area.
To set visibility: 2. From the Bluetooth settings page, press and then 1. Verify your Bluetooth is active. tap Show received files. Pairing Bluetooth Devices 2. From the top of the Bluetooth settings page, toggle the state of the visibility check mark. Activating this feature The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted enabled your device visible allows other devices to pair connections between your device and another Bluetooth...
4. Tap a device from the list to initiate pairing. 3. Tap OK to confirm disconnection. 5. Enter the passkey or PIN code, if needed, and tap OK. Note: Disconnections are manually done but often occur 6. The external device must accept the connection and automatically if the paired device goes out of range of enter your device’s PIN code.
Sending Contacts via Bluetooth Enable Downloading for Web Applications Depending on your paired devices’ settings and capabilities, you may be able to send pictures, Contact information, or Important! Before you can download a web application you other items using a Bluetooth connection. must insert an SD into the phone and enable the Note: Prior to using this feature, Bluetooth must first be Unknown sources feature (enables downloading).
Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your data cable using various USB connection modes. computer. Also, ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 Media storage: allows you to use the onboard storage capacity or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your of both the device and optional microSD to store and upload computer.
Prior to using Kies air for Phone Update Enabling USB Debugging Before using Kies air to upgrade your device, it is USB debugging must be enabled before being able to use the recommended that you backup your personal data prior to Development feature.
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2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Kies 10. From your PC, a security warning may be displayed air). asking if you want to run this application. Click Run to continue. 3. From the Kies air homescreen, tap Start. 11. On your PC, the Kies air screen is displayed. On your 4.
Wi-Fi 2. In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider About Wi-Fi to the right to turn it on The slider color indicates the activation status. The Wi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is a term used for certain device scans for available in-range wireless networks types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN).
Wi-Fi Status Indicators Manually Add a New Network Connection 1. From the Wi-Fi network screen, tap Add network. The following icons indicate the Wi-Fi connection status: 2. Enter the Network SSID (the name of your Wireless Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point Access Point).
Settings Wi-Fi. If additional software or USB drivers are required, 2. In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider navigate to: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/ to the right to turn it on downloads. 3. Tap Scan. Wi-Fi Advanced Settings The Wi-Fi settings - Advanced menu allows you to set up many of the device’s Wi-Fi services, including:...
To connect using USB Tethering: 3. Remove the USB cable from the device. Mobile HotSpot 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Mobile HotSpot). This feature allows you to turn your device into a Wi-Fi – or – hotspot. The feature works best when used in conjunction Press and then tap Settings with HSPA+ (4G) data services (although 3G service can also...
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To activate the Mobile HotSpot service: Note: Using your Mobile HotSpot drains your device’s battery 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) much faster. The best way to keep using the device as a (Mobile HotSpot). HotSpot is by connecting to a Charger. –...
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To secure the Portable HotSpot service: The two most common methods for securing your connection to the HoSpot are to a security method (WPA2 PSK) and to Hide your phone’s SSID name. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Mobile HotSpot). 2.
Section 11: Time Management This section describes how you can manage time using time- • Agenda: displays the Agenda view. related applications such as the Calendar, Alarm Clock, • Task: allows you to search for tasks. Analog or Digital clock, and the World clock. 2.
Creating a Calendar Event 7. Tap Show week number to display the week numbers along the side of the week entries. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) (Calendar). 8. Tap Calendars and select the type of general synchronization settings you want. A check mark 2.
Clock 6. Slide the slider bar left or right in the Alarm volume field to decrease or increase the alarm volume. A sample of This feature allows you to create an alarm to ring at a the volume level plays. specified time, track time in other parts of the world, use a stopwatch, or set a timer.
World Clock 9. Move the Smart alarm slider to to activate this feature which slowly increases screen brightness This feature allows you to find out what time it is another part and the volume of nature tones to simulate dawn of world.
Stopwatch 5. Tap Restart to resume the timer counter. Configuring a Desk Clock This feature allows you to capture elapsed time while letting the stopwatch keep running. This feature lets you activate an on-screen clock that can be 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) viewed when the device is docked.
Section 12: Changing Your Settings Activating Wi-Fi This section explains the sound and phone settings for your device. It includes such settings as: display, security, 1. Press and then tap Settings. memory, and any extra settings associated with your device. 2.
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Network Notification 2. Select an available option: • Always: maintains your current active Wi-Fi connection even By default, when Wi-Fi is on, you receive notifications in the during sleep. Status bar anytime your phone detects an available Wi-Fi network. You can deactivate this feature if you do not want to •...
Bluetooth settings Manually Adding a Wi-Fi Network 1. Press and then tap Settings Wi-Fi In this menu you can activate Bluetooth, view or assign a Add network. device name, activate your phone so other Bluetooth devices can discover it, or scan for other, available Bluetooth devices 2.
Activating the Device Name Scanning for Devices 1. Press and then tap Settings This option allows you to scan for active Bluetooth devices so Bluetooth. you can pair with them. 1. Press and then tap Settings 2. Verify Bluetooth is active (indicated by Bluetooth.
Data Usage 4. Touch and drag the far right ends of the Red or Orange horizontal lines to manually adjust both the Warning Monitor and mange your device’s data usage capabilities. and Maximum data limits. Features include activation/deactivation or network data 5.
More Settings Kies via Wi-Fi 1. Press and then tap Settings This tab displays additional wireless and network More settings. information. 2. Tap Kies via Wi-Fi Press and then tap Settings 3. Select a network connection and follow the on-screen More settings.
Adding a VPN Connecting to a VPN 1. Press and then tap Settings Before you add a VPN you must determine which VPN protocol to use: PPTP, L2TP/IPSec PSK, L2TP/IPSec RSA, More settings VPN. IPSec Xauth PSK, IPSec Xauth RSA, IPSec Hybrid RSA. 2.
Edit a VPN Wi-Fi Calling 1. Press and then tap Settings You can configure your device to make and receive calls over More settings VPN. an active Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues in and around the home or 2.
More settings Wi-Fi Calling Settings. If additional software or USB drivers are required, navigate to: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/ 2. Tap Connection Preferences and select a preference for downloads. use of the Wi-Fi Calling feature: • Wi-Fi Preferred: Wi-Fi network is preferred over cellular 1.
Near Field Communication 3. Tap Android Beam and make sure the feature is turned This feature is used to read and exchange tags. When used in conjunction with Android Beam, your device can be used 4. If not already active, in a single motion touch and slide to beam application content when NFC-capable devices are the Android Beam slider to the right to turn it on touched.
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5. Complete the transfer process between the two 3. Edit the current name and tap OK to save the new NFC-enabled devices by placing them back to back. identification. This feature can come in very handy to quickly share To activate your connection: pictures between users with compatible S Beam devices.
6. When prompted to complete the connection, tap OK. 8. Tap Access control, then what devices are allowed The status field now reads “Connected” and your access. Choose from Allow all or Only allowed devices. connected device is listed within the Wi-Fi Direct The allowed devices are configured in the following devices listing.
Mobile networks Tap Data roaming again to remove the green check mark and deactivate the feature. Before you use applications such as Google Maps and find Access Point Names your location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Mobile networks options. To access a wireless access point: Press and then tap Settings...
Call Settings 4. Tap Select automatically to automatically select a network connection. To access the Call settings menu: 1. Press and then tap (Phone). Note: Connecting to 2G networks slows the data transfer 2. Press and then tap Call settings. speed and time.
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– • Call alert: allows you to assign call alert tones and activate call Automatic answering timer configures the time delay before alerts and vibration. the device automatically accepts the incoming call. – – Call vibrations: vibrates the phone when the called party Outgoing call conditions configures the connected Bluetooth answers.
• TTY mode: allows you to configure the TTY settings. For more • Forward when unreachable: automatically forwards to your information, refer to “TTY Mode” on page 270. voicemail number when the phone is not in service, or is turned off.
HAC Mode • Auto redial: automatically redial the dialed number if it is unable to connect or the call is cut off. This menu is used to activate or deactivate Hearing Aid Compatibility for this device. • Noise reduction: suppresses background noise on your side of the conversation during an active call.
Using Auto Area Code 4. At the prompt, enter your PIN2 code and tap OK. This feature prepends an area code to all outbound calls. Important! Not all SIM cards use a PIN2 code. If your SIM card When enabled, the designated prefix is always added before does not, this menu does not display.
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Important! Not all SIM cards use a PIN2 code. If your SIM card Important! Not all SIM cards use a PIN2 code. If your SIM card does not, this menu does not display. does not, this menu does not display. The PIN2 code is provided by your carrier.
Sound Settings 1. From the Home screen, press the Lock key until Device options displays. From this menu you can control the sounds on the phone as 2. Tap Silent mode to activate or deactivate this mode (the well as configure the display settings. current mode displays).
Adjusting the Volume Settings Setup the Voice Call Ringtone The Volume menu now provides access to various volume This option allows you to set the ringtone. settings within one on-screen popup menu. 1. Press and then tap Settings Sound. 1. Press and then tap Settings Sound 2.
Setting up Sound and Vibration 5. Tap Haptic feedback to activate the a vibration when you press soft keys on certain screens. A check mark This option allows you to adjust the sound and vibration displayed next to the feature indicates this feature is functions.
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• Screen timeout: adjusts the delay time before the screen • Display battery percentage: to activate/deactivate the display automatically turns off. Selections are: 15 seconds, of battery charge percentage atop the battery icon at the top of 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, and the screen.
Gyro Sensor Calibration LED Indicator Calibrate your device by using the built-in gyroscope. This option allows you to turn on your LED lights for charging, 1. Press and then tap Settings Display missed events, and incoming notifications. The light will turn on by default unless you turn them off.
Motion Settings • Tilt to zoom: Once enabled, you must be on a screen where content can be zoomed. In a single motion, touch and hold two This feature allows you to assign specific functions to certain points on the display then tilt the device back and forth to zoom phone actions that are detected by both the accelerometer in or out.
• Palm swipe to capture: Once enabled, you can capture any • Screen power saving: allows you to lower the screen power on-screen information swiping across the screen. In a single level. motion, press the side of your hand on the screen and swipe •...
Battery Usage Application Manager This option allows you to view a list of those components This device can be used for Android development. You can using battery power. The amount of time the battery was write applications in the SDK and install them on this device, used also displays.
Clearing Application Cache and Data 5. Select a reason for uninstalling the application, then tap OK. Important! You must have downloaded applications installed Running Services to use this feature. The Running services option allows you to view and control currently running services such as Backup, Google Talk, SNS 1.
Storage Used To deactivate Accounts and sync 1. Press and then tap Settings Account This option allows you to view a list (on the current tab) of and sync. current applications as sorted by size. 1. Press and then tap Settings 2.
Synchronizing Your Corporate Account 3. Tap the Email (@gmail.com) and Password fields and enter your information. By default, there are no Corporate Calendar events managed 4. Tap Sign in. Your phone then communicates with the by the device. These must be manually added. Google servers to confirm your information.
Location Services Enabling the GPS Satellites 1. Press and then tap Settings Location The Location services allows you to configure the device’s services. location services. 2. Tap Use GPS satellites to enable the GPS satellite. Important! The more location determining functions are Enabling the Location and Google Search enabled, the more accurate the determination will 1.
Security Using a Motion to Unlock This feature allows you to lock or unlock your device by This menu contains features that allows you to configure the simply tilting it and moving it either forwards or backwards. device’s security parameters. Screen Unlock Pattern Overview 1.
Using Face Unlock Setting an Unlock Pattern This feature used facial recognition to unlock your phone. Creating a screen unlock pattern increases security on the This feature is less secure than PIN, Pattern, and Password phone. When you enable the User visible pattern field, you locks and can be bypassed by someone else who looks will draw an unlock pattern on the screen whenever you similar to you.
5. Draw your pattern by touching your first on-screen 4. Tap Pattern and repeat steps 3 - 7 from the previous point. Then, without removing your finger from the section. Deleting the Screen Lock Pattern screen, drag your finger over adjacent points until the gray trace line overlaps each point and they are 1.
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Tap and set both the temperature units (F or C) and a refresh confirm. time. Samsung Unlock Options • Ripple effect activates/deactivates the ripple effect on the lock Activate or deactivates various Unlock screen functions. screen when you tap it.
Using a Visible Pattern Vibrate on Screen Tap When the Make pattern visible option is enabled, the device When enabled, you will feel vibration as feedback while displays the on-screen lock grid that is used for unlocking. drawing the pattern, using a PIN or password lock. Note: This option only appears when a screen lock option is Note: This option only appears when a screen lock option is active.
Encrypt SD Card To change an existing SIM Card PIN: 1. Tap Change SIM PIN. When enabled, this feature requires a password be used to decrypt the microSD card each time it is connected. 2. Enter the old SIM PIN code and tap OK. Setting up SIM Card Lock 3.
Unknown Sources 3. Tap Install from device storage to install encrypted certificates from the USB Storage location. Before you can download a web application you must enable the Unknown sources feature (enables downloading). 4. Tap Clear credentials to clear the device (SD card or Developers can use this option to install non-Play Store phone memory) of all certificate contents and reset the applications.
From within an active text entry screen, tap from by tapping the space bar twice when using the on-screen the bottom of the screen to reveal the Samsung QWERTY keyboard. keyboard settings screen. • Character preview provides an automatic preview of the 2.
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From within an active text entry screen, tap from • Auto-append automatically adds predictions to the word you the bottom of the screen to reveal the Samsung are typing. (A green check mark indicates the feature is keyboard settings screen.
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Configure Google Voice Typing • Regional correction automatically tries to correct errors caused when you tap keys adjacent to the correct keys. (A 1. Press and then tap Settings green check mark indicates the feature is enabled. Language and input. •...
Configuring Voice Input Controls • Snooze an alarm until the next reminder interval by clearly saying “Snooze”. This feature allows you to use pre-defined voice commands to control various features on your device. Actions include: 7. Tap Camera to activate a voice control that allows you Incoming calls, Alarm, Camera, and Music.
Configuring Text-to-speech 2. Tap Voice recognizer and select either Google or Samsung powered by Vlingo as your Voice recognition This feature allows the device to provide a verbal readout of engine. on-screen data such as messages and incoming caller information. This action is called TTS (Text To Speech).
Mobile Backup and Restore • Driving mode: incoming calls and new notifications are automatically ready out loud. In a single motion touch and slide The device can be configured to back up your current to the right to turn it on. settings, application data and settings.
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Prior to doing a Factory Reset Factory Data Reset Before initiating a factory reset, it is recommended that you From this menu you can reset your device and sound settings backup your personal data prior to use. to the factory default settings. 1.
Dock Settings Note: This software collects only diagnostic data from your This menu allows you to assign external speakers when the device so that T-Mobile technicians can better device is docked. troubleshoot issues with your device. 1. Press and then tap Settings Dock.
Accessibility Settings 3. Tap Automatic time zone to allow the network set the time zone information automatically. This service lets you enable and disable downloaded 4. Tap Set date and use the plus or minus icons to set the accessibility applications that aid in navigating your Android Month, Day, and Year then tap Set.
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5. Tap Accessibility shortcut to allow the accessibility 10. Tap the Font Size field to change the size of the fonts shortcut under the device options to be used by used on the device within menus, options, etc.. pressing and holding the power key. Choose from: Tiny, Small, Normal, Large, or Huge.
Developer Options Allowing Mock Locations Use the Developer options to set options for application Note: This feature is used for development purposes only. development. Press and then tap Settings If you are a developer who is testing a GPS applications using Developer options.
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4. Tap Set backup password to save the password • Transition animation scale: Configure the scale for change. transitioning when using animation (ranges from off to 10x). User Interface Options Application Options 1. Press and then tap Settings Configure the user interface by setting the behavior for the way the screen behaves when using applications or Developer options.
Google Search Settings – Open Source Licenses: displays the applications’ open source license information. Use Google Search to search the Web. About Device 1. Press and then tap (Search). This menu contains legal information, system tutorial 2. Press Settings. information, and other phone information such as the model 3.
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• Legal information: This option displays information about Note: Firmware, baseband, kernel and build numbers are Open source licenses, License settings, as well as Google legal usually used for updates to the handset or support. For information. This information clearly provides copyright and additional information please contact your T-Mobile distribution legal information and facts as well as Google Terms service representative.
Section 13: Health and Safety Information with RF energy, these studies have failed to be replicated. This section outlines the safety precautions associated with The majority of studies published have failed to show an using your phone. The terms “mobile device” or “cell phone” association between exposure to radio frequency from a cell are used in this section to refer to your phone.
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Interphone Study The energy levels associated with radio frequency energy, including both radio waves and microwaves, are not great Interphone is a large international study designed to enough to cause ionization of atoms and molecules. determine whether cell phones increase the risk of head and Therefore, RF energy is a type of non-ionizing radiation.
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International Cohort Study on Mobile Phone Users Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) (COSMOS) Program of the National Cancer Institute The COSMOS study aims to conduct long-term health The National Cancer Institute (NCI) actively follows cancer monitoring of a large group of people to determine if there statistics in the United States to detect any change in rates of are any health issues linked to long-term exposure to radio new cases for brain cancer.
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The FDA also is working with voluntary standard-setting Headsets can substantially reduce exposure because the bodies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics phone is held away from the head in the user's hand or in Engineers (IEEE), the International Commission on approved body-worn accessories.
Studies have shown that these products generally do not Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from work as advertised. Unlike “hands-free” kits, these so-called various sources can be obtained from the following “shields” may interfere with proper operation of the phone. organizations (updated 10/1/2010): The phone may be forced to boost its power to compensate, •...
• US Food and Drug Administration: expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/ watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/ The FCC SAR limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety HomeBusinessandEntertainment/CellPhones/default.htm.
SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC Samsung could void your authority to operate the device. RF exposure guidelines. The maximum SAR values for this This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Personal Localized Alerting impaired. Samsung is committed to promoting responsible Network ("PLAN")). If your wireless provider has chosen to driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand participate in CMAS/PLAN, alerts are available while in the and address distractions.
Before answering calls, consider your circumstances. Let the Never mount this device in a manner that will obstruct the call go to voicemail when driving conditions require. driver's clear view of the street and traffic. Remember, driving comes first, not the call! Never use wireless data services such as text messaging, Web If you consider a call necessary and appropriate, follow these browsing, or e-mail while operating a vehicle.
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If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked • Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way. by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear • Do not allow the battery to touch metal objects. Accidental to be working properly.
Consumers should purchase manufacturer or We've made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung carrier-recommended products and accessories. If unsure about mobile device by working with respected take-back whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible, contact companies in every state in the country.
Mail It In The Samsung Mobile Take-Back Program will provide UL Certified Travel Charger Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label. The Travel Charger for this phone has met applicable UL Just go to safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety http://www.samsung.com/us/aboutsamsung/citizenship/...
GPS & AGPS Please note the following information when using your mobile device: Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning WARNING REGARDING DISPLAY System (GPS) signal for location-based applications. A GPS The display on your mobile device is made of glass or uses satellites controlled by the U.S.
Always obey posted road signs. Emergency Calls service provider, applications providers, Samsung, and other third-parties providing services. This mobile device, like any wireless mobile device, operates Use of AGPS in Emergency Calls...
1. If the mobile device is not on, switch it on. years: 2. From the Home screen, tap Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: 3. Key in the emergency number for your present location Liquids of any kind (for example, 911 or other official emergency number).
Responsible Listening Extreme heat or cold Avoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F or above 45°C / Caution! Avoid potential hearing loss. 113°F. Microwaves Damage to hearing occurs when a person is exposed to loud Do not try to dry your mobile device in a microwave oven. sounds over time.
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• that are used. As a result, there is no single volume setting Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume increases, less that is appropriate for everyone or for every combination of time is required before you hearing could be affected. sound, settings, and equipment.
National Institute on Deafness and Other Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Communication Disorders Internet: National Institutes of Health http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/ 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 default.html Bethesda, MD 20892-2320 1-888-232-6348 TTY Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov Operating Environment Internet: Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ area, and always switch your mobile device off whenever it is National Institute for Occupational Safety...
Implantable Medical Devices Other Medical Devices A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the between a handheld wireless mobile device and an manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or shielded from external RF energy.
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are Regulations for Wireless Devices advised to switch the mobile device off while at a refueling point (service station). The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the established requirements for digital wireless mobile devices use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and...
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be able to use a rated mobile device successfully. Trying out hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless the mobile device with your hearing device is the best way to mobile device meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two evaluate it for your personal needs.
The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in Keep the mobile device and all its parts and accessories out the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 of the reach of small children. FCC Notice and Cautions standard. HAC for Newer Technologies FCC Notice This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing The mobile device may cause TV or radio interference if used...
• Although your mobile device is quite sturdy, it is a complex For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag piece of equipment and can be broken. Avoid dropping, inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including installed hitting, bending, or sitting on it.
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• Reduce risk of repetitive motion injuries. When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your device for extended periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks.
Case/Pouch/Holster 90 Days SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper Other Phone Accessories 1 Year testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;...
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(iii) the battery has return the Product to an authorized phone service facility in been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by the which it is specified.
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ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY claims, whether in advertising, presentations or otherwise, LASTS, OR THE DISCLAIMER OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL on behalf of SAMSUNG regarding the Products or this Limited OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS Warranty.
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For any arbitration in which your total damage claims, exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees, are ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM $5,000.00 or less (“Small Claim”), the arbitrator may, if you THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR...
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You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by Severability providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held to be illegal or from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the unenforceable, such partial illegality or unenforceability shall Product.
2012 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. All DISCONTINUE USE OF THE SOFTWARE. rights reserved. 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung grants you the following No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior rights provided that you comply with all terms and conditions written approval.
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EULA) and you may not retain any copies of the Software. 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and The transfer may not be an indirect transfer, such as a its affiliates may collect and use technical information consignment.
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License will terminate automatically without sponsorship, or recommendation of, or affiliation with the notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the third-party or its products and services. Purchaser agrees terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this...
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EXTENT POSSIBLE PURSUANT TO APPLICABLE LAW, APPLICATIONS, OR TO CREATE ANY WARRANTY. SAMSUNG DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS, IMPLIED, 11. Limitation of Liability. SAMSUNG WILL NOT BE LIABLE OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR...
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SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL rights as are granted to all other end users pursuant to the DAMAGES EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE terms and conditions herein. All Software and Products POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO...
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The award of arbitration shall be final and binding upon the parties. 14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
Index Numerics Voice Control 296 Answering a call 73 Alerts Answering Key 269 2 Sec Pause Presidential 131 Any Key Adding 73 Alerts on Call 269 Answering 301 4G 247 Allow Diagnostics 17 Application cache and data Allowing Mock Locations 303 Clearing 218 Accessibility AllShare Play...
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Auto Assign 271 Google Maps 46 S Suggest 49 as 185 Google+ 45 S Voice 49 Audio Hide 42 Samsung Apps 50 Output Mode 300 Internet 46 Search 50 Auto Redial 271 Kies Air 46 Settings 50 Auto Reject Latitude 46...
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Wall Charger 13 Paring Devices 238 Power Saving 230 Battery Cover Review Downloaded Files 238 Quick Controls 236 Removal 8 Scan for Devices 238 Search Engine 235 Replace 9 Scanning for other Devices 258 Setting Brightness 230 Battery Life Sending Contact Information 240 Setting Color Saturation 230 Extending 15 Sending Contacts Via 240...
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Call Forwarding 269 Extra Volume 84 Care and Maintenance 321 Configuring 270 Call Waiting 88 Charging battery 13 Call Functions 69 Caller ID 271 ChatON 145 Answering 73 Calling Adding a Buddy 146 Background Calling 70 Using Wi-Fi 80 Adding New Buddy 146 Ending 70 Calls Buddy photo share 161...
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Creating a New 103 Merge with Samsung Account Customizing Joining 111 Home screens 58 New From Keypad 105 Reject List 110 Photo 163 Send Namecard Via 110 Data Contact Entry Sending All 114 Restrict Background Data 259 Options 111 Setting Default Location 109...
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Deleting Registering Your DivX Device 173 Wi-Fi Download of Attachments Multiple Messages 129 Registration Code 306 Single Bubble 129 Do cell phones pose a health hazard? Emergancy Alerts 131 Single Message 129 Emergency Deleting a contact 108 Dock Alert Preview 131 Desk Clock 199 Sound 300 Alerts 131...
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Erasing files from Factory data reset 68 Game Hub 203 Memory card 67 Favorites Tab 122 Games Evernote 220 FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Volume 275 EWallpaper Regulations for Wireless Devices 326 Gestures Home and Lock Screens 64 FCC Notice and Cautions 328 Browse Image 55 Exchange Email 137 Fixed Dialing Numbers 272...
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Signing In 143 Google Talk 50 Viewing 144 Google Voice Typing Handwriting 96 Google Configuring 101 Haptic Feedback Account Management Settings Using 101 Turn On/Off 280 GPS & AGPS 319 Vibrate 276 Account Syncronization 283 GPS Tag 153 Vibration Setting 275 Add Account 283 HDR 151 Adding a Sync Account 283...
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Home screens Incoming Call Customizing 58 Vibration Setting 275 Language HSPA+ 247 Indicator icons 31 Select 292 Information Ticker 289 LDAP 103 International Call 75 Icons Live Shooting 167 International Calls Description 31 Live Wallpaper Making 75 Indicator 31 Selecting 64 Internet 229 Status 31 Location and Google Services 285...
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Altering Numbers 92 Merge Calls 86 Signing into Google Mail 143 Erasing 92 Merge with Google 109 Text Templates 132 Low battery indicator 15 Message Types of Messages 123 Options 125 Viewing new 127 Read 127 micro SIM Card 10 Making Reply 128 Changing Exisitng PIN 291...
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Mobile Networks 267 Multi-party calls 86 eAAC+ 184 Data Roaming 267 Multi-Tasking M4A 184 Mobile NetworksUse Packet Data Background Calling 70 MP3 184 Watching Videos 172 MP4 184 Mobile Web 229 Music 210 WMA 184 Entering Text in the Mobile Web Volume 275 Music Files Browser 230...
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Notification Owner Information 290 Vibration Setting 275 Namecard Notification Bar 36 Sending 114 Passwords Using 36 Sending All 114 Make Visible 291 Notifications Share Via 114 Pause Dialing 76 Volume 275 Navigating Personal Localized Alerting Network Application Menus 57 (PLAN) 314 Sub-Menus 57 Offensive Words Personalized EQ 269...
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Picture-In-Picture 172 Using 99 Add to 91 Pictures Using XT9 98 Adding 110 Instant Sharing 156 Prepend Auto Reject 75 Sharing 155 Area Code 272 Removing 110 Play Books 215 Primary Shortcuts 40 Rejection List Play Music 215 Adding and Deleting 61 Assigning Multiple Numbers 75 Play Store 216 Customizing 61...
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Samsung Keypad Screen Timeout 277 Entering Symbols 98 Screen Unlock S Beam 264 Samsung Mobile Products and Face and Voice Unlock 287 On 158 Recycling 317 Face Unlock 287 Sharing Pictures 158 Save a Number Motion 286 S Memo From Keypad 105...
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Contact list 120 Silent Mode Sounds Display 31 Setup 274 Turn Off All 302 Enabling the GPS Satellites 285 Speakerphone Enabling Wireless Locations 285 Micro 7 Turning on and off 85 Messaging 130 see also micro SIM 10 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Wallpaper 64 Certification Information 312 Setup...
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System Manager 16 Text Touches System Tone Adjusting Size 235 Show 304 Settings 276 Minimum Font Size 235 TrackPad Systeme Soom Amount on Double Tap 235 Configure 298 Volume 275 Text Input Transferring Large Files 158 Methods 93 Transferring Music Files 187 Text Input Method TTS 297 T9 Trace 94...
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Unmounting Vibration Voice mail SD card 67 Device 275 Accessing 22 Usage Intensity Setup 275 Accessing from another phone 22 Battery 281 Video Setting up 22 USB Connections Volume 275 Voice Recognizer 297 As Storage Device 241 Video Player Voice Search 297 USB Debugging 303 Picture-In-Picture 172 Voice Typing 93...
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Warranty Information 331 Frequency Band Usage 256 Weather Manually Adding Network 257 Yahoo! 235 Setting 289 Manually scan for network 246 YouTube Web 229 Off 246 High Quality 228 History 233 On 244 High Qulaity 195 Web applications Settings 255 Settings 228 enable downloading 240 Show Usage 259...