Page 1: User Manual
L T E S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Intellectual Property
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.
Page 3 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.
Page 4 Samsung device. During the testing, the device is tested with the security solutions to see if the solutions work with the device as described by the third party security solution providers.
Page 5 Internet Address: http://www.samsungusa.com ©2012 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Phone? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support.
Page 6 Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android logo, Google Chrome, Google Drive, Google Play, Google+, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Play Books, Google Play Music, Google Play Store, Google+, Hangouts, Picasa, YouTube, and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Fidelity Alliance, Inc. ©...
Page 7 Devices purchased for use on AT&T’s system are designed for use exclusively on AT&T’s system. You agree that you won’t make any modifications to the Equipment or programming to enable the Equipment to operate on any other system. A voice plan is required on all voice-capable devices, unless specifically noted otherwise in the terms governing your agreement.
Page 8 Your phone features earSmart™, an intelligent voice processor that delivers a clear voice experience, allowing you to hear and be heard™ in nearly any environment. earSmart technology uses the science of human hearing to distinguish sounds, identify your voice and suppress surrounding noise, for clear conversations just about anywhere. How Does It Work? •...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ......7 Rear View of Your Phone ....23 S Pen ....... . 24 Understanding This User Manual .
Page 10 Making a Call Using Speed Dial ... . . 77 Samsung Hub ......102...
Page 11 Music .......104 AT&T Smart Wi-Fi ..... 141 Google Play Music .
Page 12 Maps ....... 153 Samsung Link ......164 Messages .
Page 13 Motion .......200 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ..229 Smart Screen .
Page 14 Section 11: Warranty Information ..241 Standard Limited Warranty ....241 End User License Agreement for Software . . . 246 Section 12: Samsung Product Registration ...........254 Index ............255...
Page 15: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1: Getting Started This section explains how to start using your phone by Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings configuring your hardware, activating your service, setting up and may vary from your device depending on the accounts, and setting up your voice mail.
Page 16: Text Conventions
• Warning: Brings important information to your attention that can 1. Place your fingernail into the slot in the side of the help to prevent loss of data or functionality or damage to your cover (1). If you have fragile nails, use a pointed object. device.
Page 17: Installing The Sim Card
2. Lift the cover up (2) and to the right of the phone. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket, as shown, until the card locks into place. Caution! Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into the phone and that the upper-left angled corner of the card is positioned as shown.
Page 18: Installing A Microsd Card
Note: If the card is not inserted correctly, the phone will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card back into the slot, if the SIM is not detected. Installing a MicroSD Card Your device supports removable microSD or microSDHC memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB (depending on the memory card manufacturer and type).
Page 19: Installing The Battery
Installing the Battery Replacing the Back Cover 1. Place the battery cover onto the back of the phone (1) To install the battery: and press down (2). 1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone, making sure the connectors align (1). 2. Gently press down to secure the battery (2).
Page 20: Charging The Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. The Travel Charger, which is used to charge the battery, is included with your phone. Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Note: You must fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time.
Page 21: Using The Travel Charger
Using the Travel Charger Note: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the To use the Travel Charger: battery, can cause damage to the phone. 1. Plug the flat end of the Travel Charger (1) into the Power/Accessory Interface connector and the other Important! Verify that the handset battery is installed prior to end (2) into a standard AC wall outlet.
Page 22: Low Battery Indicator
Low Battery Indicator Turning Your Phone On or Off When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of talk time To turn your phone on: remain, the battery icon blinks and the device sounds a Press and hold the Power/Lock Key until warning tone at regular intervals.
Page 23: Setting Up Your Phone
Let’s Set Up Your Device Note: The display language is preset to English at the factory. Use this screen to quickly and easily set up email accounts, To change the language, use the Language menu. For import contacts, and configure Wi-Fi. more information, refer to “Settings”...
Page 24: Creating A Samsung Account
The Google & location screen displays next. applications such as ChatON and Samsung Link. 1. Read the information on the screen and enable either 1. If you have no Samsung account, touch Create new or all of the Google location services. account.
Page 25: Creating A New Google Account
Set-up Complete 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to add a Google Account. Once set-up is complete, the main Home screen displays. Congratulations! Your device is set up and ready to use. Note: Once you have created a Google account, you only need If you chose TouchWiz Easy Home during set-up, and you to sign in.
Page 26: Accessing Your Voice Mail
Accessing Your Voice Mail Securing Your Device 1. From a Home screen, touch Phone. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen 2. Touch Voicemail. times out or you can lock it manually. You can unlock the device using one of the default Unlock screens or, for You may be prompted to enter a password.
Page 27: Unlocking The Device
Locking the Device Manually Note: You can customize the Lock screen and set the type of Press the Power/Lock Key. Screen Unlock you want to use (Face unlock, Face and Unlocking the Device voice, Pattern, PIN, or Password). For more information, refer to “Lock Screen Options”...
Page 28: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
• Galaxy Gear™ compliant. For more information, please visit: Instant Messaging with Google Hangouts www.samsung.com/us/galaxygearsupport • Samsung Link to share your media content across DLNA certified • Ready access to the Internet devices • Built-in Bluetooth and advanced Wi-Fi technology...
Page 29: Front View Of Your Phone
Front View of Your Phone 2. External speaker: Used to hear the caller. 3. Proximity and Light sensors: Uses the ambient light The following items can be found on the front of your device. level to adjust keyboard access. If the light path is blocked, for example, when holding the phone close to your ear, the touch screen will turn off.
Page 30: Side Views Of Your Phone
Side Views of Your Phone 3. Volume keys: Adjust the ringer volume while in standby mode or adjust the voice volume during a call. When receiving an incoming call, briefly press down either volume key to mute the ring tone. Adjusts text size when reading a message.
Page 31: Rear View Of Your Phone
Rear View of Your Phone 1. Camera lens: Used to take photos and record videos. 2. Flash: Provides adequate light when taking photos in dark places. 3. External speaker: Used to hear when the Speakerphone is turned on. 4. S Pen: A stylus that assists you in performing different functions.
Page 32: S Pen
S Pen Rich S Pen Functionality • Air View: Hover S Pen over the screen to preview information. The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing different • functions. By using the Pen button, you can minimize having Effectively express yourself: Write or draw directly into an email to switch between touch and pen input.
Page 33: Removing The S Pen From Your Phone
Removing the S Pen from Your Phone Using the S Pen The S Pen is stored in your phone to make it easier to keep There are several different functions you can perform by track of. using the S Pen. Go Back To remove the S Pen, follow these steps: 1. Use your fingernail or a sharp object to pull the end of...
Page 34 Launch S Note Lite Write On Any Screen After Capture S Note Lite is an application that you can launch from any To write on a screen capture: screen to take quick notes or jot down ideas. Use the pen to draw or To launch S Note from any screen: write on the captured 1. Grasp the pen and press the Pen button.
Page 35: Air View
Air View 2. Widgets: Applications that run on the Home screen. Some widgets are found on the Home screen by When you hold the S Pen near the screen, a pointer appears default. For more information, refer to “Widgets” on on the screen.
Page 36: Extended Home Screen
Customizing the Home Screens 4. Current screen indicator: Shows which Home screen is presently displayed. To customize the Home screens to suit your preferences: 5. Primary shortcuts: Allows quick access to important 1. Navigate to one of the Home screen panels. features such as Phone, Messaging, S Note, and 2. Touch and hold on the screen until the Home screen Internet.
Page 37: Display Settings
Display Settings To delete a Home screen: 1. From a Home screen, touch Menu Edit page. You can customize display screen settings to your preferences. For more information, refer to “Display” on 2. Touch and hold the Home screen you want to delete. page 183.
Page 38: Navigating Your Device
Navigating Your Device Screen Navigation Touch Use command buttons and the touch screen to navigate. Command Buttons Touch items to select or launch them. For example: • Context-Sensitive Menus Touch the on-screen keyboard to enter characters or text. • Touch a menu item to select it. Context-sensitive menus offer options for features or •...
Page 39 Panning Pinch To pan, touch and hold a selected icon, then move the device Use two fingers, such as your index finger to the left or right to reposition it to another page. You must and thumb, to make an inward pinch first activate Motion on your device.
Page 40 Screen Capture Palm Swipe to Capture Once enabled, you can capture any on-screen information Touch and hold the Power/Lock Key and Home swiping across the screen. In a single motion, press the side to capture and save an image of the current screen. of your hand on the screen and swipe from left to right.
Page 41: Notifications
Notifications In the Notification Panel, touch a Notification icon for more detail. For example, touch a Gmail Notification icon to see When you receive a notification, the Notification icon displays who sent the message. in the Notification Bar. Notifications indicate the arrival of Touch the Time field to open the World clock app and add a Gmail, Email, alarms, and more.
Page 42 Clearing Notifications Accessing Additional Panel Functions To clear all notifications from the Notification Panel: In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel also provides quick and ready access to separate device 1. From a Home screen, touch the top of the screen and functions.
Page 43: Indicator Icons
Indicator Icons Displays when the S pen has been removed This list identifies the symbols can display on your phone’s from the phone. display and Indicator area: Displays when a call is in progress. Displays your current signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal.
Page 44 Displays when your battery is charging. Also Displays when your connection to a 4G LTE displays battery charge level. network is active. Device Power Very Low – Shows your current Displays when your phone is communicating battery only has between 5 and 15 percent with the 4G LTE network.
Page 45 Displays when Bluetooth is activated. Displays when the phone is tethered via a supported USB cable connection. Displays when a new text or multimedia Displays when a Bluetooth device has been message is received. paired with the phone. Displays when a new voice mail is received. Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point Displays when Email is received.
Page 46: Primary Shortcuts
For more information, refer to “Adding and Removing Network Alliance (DLNA) certified device using Primary Shortcuts” on page 40. the Samsung Link application. Other App Shortcuts Displays when TTY device has been inserted. There are also other application shortcuts on the second...
Page 47: Widgets
Widgets Removing Widgets When you first turn on your tablet, there are various widgets Touch and hold the Widget until the Remove icon on the center Home screen. They can also appear on the displays, then drag the widget to the Remove icon. Home screens to the left and right of the center Home screen.
Page 48: Adding And Removing Primary Shortcuts
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts 4. Touch and hold the application icon until the Home screen displays, then slide your finger where you want You can change any of your Primary Shortcuts with the to place the icon and release it. exception of the Apps shortcut.
Page 49: Folders
Folders To add an App shortcut to a folder: 1. Add the App shortcut to the Home screen that the Place Folders on a Home screen to organize items together. folder is on. Adding Folders 2. Touch and hold the App shortcut, drag it to the folder, To create a folder on a Home page: and drop it.
Page 50: Wallpapers
Wallpapers • Wallpapers: Choose from pre-loaded wallpaper images. Touch an image to view it. Touch Set wallpaper to save it as You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, wallpaper. Touch Back to return to the Home screen. Lock screen, or on both the Home and Lock screens.
Page 51 Application Information To manually change the order of the icons on the Apps screen: To view information about an App, such as the amount of 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps. storage it uses, force the App to stop, uninstall updates, and 2. Touch Menu Edit.
Page 52: Navigating Through The Home Screens
Navigating Through the Home Screens Navigating Using Sub-Menus Sub-menus are available when you are at any Home screen Your phone originally has three home screens, but you can or have selected a feature or application such as Phone, expand up to seven home screens. If you like, you can place Contacts, Messaging, or Internet.
Page 53: Multi Window
Multi Window To deactivate Multi window: Touch and hold Back. This action hides the Multi This feature can be used to run multiple applications on the current screen at the same time. window tab from view. Note: Only applications found within the Multi window panel Note: Once you have set the Multi window option On in Step 1, can be active atop another current application on the you only need to touch and hold...
Page 54: Customizing The Multi Window Apps
Repositioning the Multi Window Customizing the Multi Window Apps The Multi window contains two components: the tab and the The applications found within the apps panel of the apps panel. The tab can be manually moved up or down the Multi window can be organized by either being rearranged left or right edge of the screen.
Page 55: Using Multi Window
Using Multi Window To remove or restore a Multi window application: 1. Activate the Multi window feature. You can use Multi Window to run multiple apps on the same 2. Touch the Multi window tab to display the apps screen. panel and the scrollable apps.
Page 56 In the following example, we will be launching both the To switch the arrangement of the applications: Internet and Maps applications, but any two apps listed in 1. With the two applications shown in a split screen, the Multi window apps panel will work the same way. touch the Border bar to show the on-screen icons.
Page 57: Smart Screen
Smart Screen To increase the size of a desired application window: 1. With the two applications shown in a split screen, With Smart screen activated your phone automatically locate the Border bar indicating the edge of the adjusts screen time-out and rotation when it detects you are app window.
Page 58: Pop-Up Video
Configure Smart Screen Memory Card To enable Smart screen features: Your device lets you use a microSD (SD) or microSDHC card to expand available memory space. This secure digital card From a Home screen, touch Apps Settings enables you to exchange images, music, and data between My device Smart screen.
Page 59: Sd Card Available Memory Status
Unmounting the SD Card Erasing Files from the SD Card Unmounting the SD card prevents corruption and damage to You can erase files from the SD card using the phone. the SD card while removing it from the slot. 1. Ensure the SD card is mounted. For more information, 1.
Page 60: Help
There are three text input methods available: Access help information to learn how to use the device and • applications or configure important settings. Samsung keyboard (default): Samsung’s on-screen 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps Help. QWERTY keyboard that can be used in both portrait and landscape orientation.
Page 61: Using The Samsung Keyboard
QWERTY keyboard displays. by touching the on-screen keys with your finger or use speech recognition. You can enable predictive text, to have the Samsung keyboard match your key touches to common words and display them. The Personalization option learns from Gmail, Facebook, and Twitter.
Page 62 Changing the Text Input Mode Using ABC Mode 1. If desired, rotate your phone counterclockwise to a There are two main keyboard layout keys that will change the on-screen keys within the QWERTY keyboard. Landscape orientation. The available Text Input modes are: Sym and Abc. 2. When you touch the Enter message field, the following screen displays: Symbol/Numeric Mode: Activates the number,...
Page 63: Predictive Text
2. Touch at the bottom of the screen. The following touch Settings screen displays: The Samsung keyboard settings screen displays. 3. Touch the desired number, symbol, or emoticon characters. 2. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn Predictive text 4. Touch the button to access additional symbols.
Page 64: Entering Text Using Handwriting
Handwriting feature or touch to switch back to 4. At the Speak now prompt, speak clearly and distinctly Samsung keyboard mode. into the microphone. 5. If the red microphone turns gray, then the feature has timed out and you should touch the microphone icon to start again.
Page 65: Entering Text Using Swype
Entering Text Using Swype Swype Tips The following example shows how to enter the word “This”. Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter Put your finger down on the “T”, and without lifting, glide it a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, to the “h”, then to the “i”...
Page 66: Swype Settings
Swype Settings Here are a few tips to get you started: • Create a squiggle (like an S shape) to create a double letter (such To configure Swype to your preferences. as pp in apple). While entering text, touch and hold the Swype Key •...
Page 67: Section 3: Contacts And Your Address Book
Section 3: Contacts and Your Address Book AT&T Address Book Activation This section explains how to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Address Book. When you access the AT&T Address Book, the network Address Book entries can be sorted by name, entry, or group. backup service, contacts are automatically synchronized Your Address Book between your phone and online address book.
Page 68 Synchronizing Your AT&T Address Book 2. If you have not synchronized your phone with your online AT&T Address Book recently, the AT&T Address If you ever upgrade, damage, or lose your phone, you can Book screen is displayed. If you want to synchronize easily restore your contacts onto your new phone by your Address Book, touch Yes.
Page 69: Adding A New Contact
Adding a New Contact • Touching the check box next to some fields may make additional fields available. Use the following procedure to add a new contact to your • Touch to add additional fields.Touch to remove an Address Book. Saving a Number from the Home Screen unused field.
Page 70: Adding Pauses To Contact Numbers
Adding Pauses to Contact Numbers 7. Touch Pause(,) to add a two-second pause or touch Wait(;) to add a wait. A pause displays as a , (comma) When you call automated systems, you are often required to and a wait displays as a ; (semi-colon). enter a password or account number.
Page 71: Using Contacts
Using Contacts Tip: From the Contact list, swipe right over a listing to make a Dialing or Messaging from Address Book call. Swipe left over a listing to send a message. Once you have stored phone numbers in the Address Book, Linking Contacts you can call those contacts easily and quickly by either using their phone number or by using the Search field to locate a...
Page 72 Linking Contacts 5. Touch in the Connection section to view the linked contact information. The location of the contact, such 1. Touch Contacts. as Device or SIM, displays along with the 2. Touch a contact name that you want to link to another contact’s name.
Page 73: Synchronizing Accounts
Synchronizing Accounts Marking a Contact as Default When you use messaging type applications, the application From the Accounts menu you decide whether you want needs to know which information is primary (default) in a applications to synchronize, send, and receive data at any contact entry list.
Page 74: Address Book Options
• Share namecard via: Send one or more contact’s information Note: You can also synchronize your accounts using the by using Bluetooth, ChatON, Drive, Email, Gmail, Messaging, or Settings menu. For more information, refer to Wi-Fi Direct. “Synchronizing Accounts” on page 204. •...
Page 75: Contact Options
• Settings: Displays options for viewing contacts: • Separate contact: Separate contacts that have been linked. – This option only appears if the contact has been linked. Only contacts with phones: Only display contacts that have phone numbers. • Mark as default: When you have multiple contacts linked together, you can mark one of them as default (only displays –...
Page 76: Groups
Groups 4. Touch Message alert to choose an alert tone for assignment to this new group, then touch OK. Assign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts 5. Touch Vibration pattern to choose a vibration audio file faster or to quickly call or send messages to group members. There are several default groups that are predefined, which for assignment to this new group, then touch OK.
Page 77: Adding A Contact To A Group
Adding a Contact to a Group Editing a Group 8. Touch Contacts Groups. To edit a Group entry, there must be at least one member as Groups part of the selected group. 9. Touch a group entry. 1. Touch Contacts Groups.
Page 78: Adding Favorites
Sending a Message to Group Members Adding Favorites 1. Touch Contacts Favorites. Create a new text or email mes sage, addressed to a group’s Favorites Favorites members. 2. Touch Menu Add to favorites. 1. Touch Contacts Groups 3. Touch contacts to mark them as favorites or touch Group Groups 2.
Page 79: Managing Address Book Contacts
Managing Address Book Contacts Copying Contacts to the Phone 1. Touch Contacts Menu You can copy, delete, and view the memory status for the SIM Management. Phone and SIM contacts on your phone. Copying Contacts to the SIM Card 2. Touch Copy contacts from SIM. 3. At the Create contact under account prompt, touch Note: When storing an Address Book entry into the SIM card, Device or an account name to which you would like to...
Page 80: Deleting Contacts
Deleting Contacts from the SIM card Deleting Contacts 1. Touch Contacts Menu You can delete Phone or SIM entries from your phone’s SIM Management. memory. 1. Touch Contacts. 2. Touch Delete contacts from SIM. 2. Touch and hold a contact that you want to delete then A list of contacts stored on your SIM card displays.
Page 81: Speed Dials
Speed Dials Removing or Reassigning a Speed Dial 1. Touch Contacts. Speed dials are 1-, 2-, or 3-digit shortcuts (1 to 100) you assign to contacts, to allow you to quickly call the contact. 2. Touch Menu Speed dial setting. For more information about calling using speed dials, see 3. Touch Menu, then touch an option:...
Page 82: Section 4: Call Functions
Section 4: Call Functions Making a Call This section describes how to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with 1. From a Home screen, touch Phone and use the making or answering a call. on-screen keypad to enter the number you want For more information, refer to “Call”...
Page 83: Manual Pause Dialing
Manual Pause Dialing Correcting an Entered Number To manually call a number with pauses without storing them Use the following steps to correct a mis-typed entry when in your Contacts list: dialing. 1. Touch Phone and use the on-screen keypad to After entering a number using the keypad: enter the phone number.
Page 84: Making Emergency Calls
Making Emergency Calls Making an Emergency Call with a SIM Card The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency If you do not have a SIM card installed the first time you turn number a 1-touch process. Before you can resume normal on the phone, the Insert SIM card to make calls message calling operations, you should first exit this mode.
Page 85: Making A Call Using Speed Dial
Making a Call Using Speed Dial To remove a speed dial number or change the order: 1. From the Speed dial setting screen, touch Menu. You can assign a shortcut number to a phone number in your 2. In the pop-up menu, touch Change order or Remove. Contacts List for speed dialing.
Page 86: Answering A Call
Answering a Call Dialing Options You can answer incoming calls when the device is locked or From a Home screen or the Apps menu, you have the option unlocked. When you receive a call, an incoming call screen to access the Dialer and initiate a call: displays.
Page 87: Call Log
Call Log Viewing Missed Calls from the Lock Screen The number of calls you have missed displays on the Home The phone stores the numbers of the calls you have dialed, screen. received, or missed in the Call log. The Call log displays the details of the call.
Page 88 Calling or Messaging a Missed Call Saving a Recent Call to Your Address Book 1. Touch Phone Logs. To call back a missed call number: 1. Touch Phone Logs. A list of recent calls displays. A list of recent calls displays. If the number or caller is 2. Touch the call you want to save to your Address Book.
Page 89: Call Duration
Deleting a Call Log Entry Tip: Once a number has been added to the Reject list, 1. Touch Phone Logs. Remove from reject list displays and can be used to A list of recent calls displays. remove the number. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call Duration Call log.
Page 90: Options During A Call
Options During a Call In-Call Options During an active call there are several functions available by Your phone provides a number of control functions that you touching a corresponding on-screen button. can use during a call. Adjusting the Call Volume •...
Page 91 Personalizing the Call Sound Setting • Mute/Unmute: Turn the onboard microphone either on or off. – Touch Mute during a call to mute the microphone. A green line During a call, it may be necessary to adjust the sound of the appears under the Mute button.
Page 92 Placing a Call on Hold Switching Between Calls You can place the current call on hold at any point during a When you have an active call and a call on hold, you may conversation. You can also make another call while you have switch between the two calls, changing the one on hold to a call in progress, if your network supports this service.
Page 93 Answering a Call During a Call in Progress Ending a Call On Hold To end a call on hold: You can answer another call while you have a call in progress, if you have activated the Call waiting feature. 1. Touch End call to disconnect the active call.
Page 94 Using the Speakerphone During an Active Call This feature joins all of the calls you have established with your phone (both active and on hold) into a multi-party call. While in an active call, it is possible to enable the 1.
Page 95 Switching Off the Microphone (Mute) Bluetooth Headset 1. Touch Headset. You can temporarily switch your phone’s microphone off, so Headset that the other person cannot hear you. 2. The phone will scan for your Bluetooth headset. When found, connect to the headset. Example: You want to say something to someone in the The Headset button now appears as and the...
Page 96: Call Waiting
Call Waiting Turn Off FDN To turn off FDN after it has been turned on: The Call Waiting feature can be used to answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if this service is 1. Touch Turn off FDN. supported by the network.
Page 97: Call Settings
Call Settings Managing the FDN List When this feature is enabled, you can make calls only to To access the Call settings menu: phone numbers stored in the FDN list on the SIM card. Touch Phone Menu Call settings. – or – Note: Before you can manage an FDN list a list must be created.
Page 98: Section 5: Messaging
Section 5: Messaging This section describes how to send and receive different The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and types of messages. It also includes the features and receive multimedia messages (such as photo, video, and functionality associated with messaging. audio messages) to and from other mobile phones or email Types of Messages addresses.
Page 99: Creating And Sending Messages
Creating and Sending Messages Note: Enter additional recipients by separating each entry with 1. From a Home screen, touch Messaging a semicolon (;) then repeating Steps 3 and 4 of this – or – procedure. From a Home screen, touch Apps 5. Touch the Enter message field and use the on-screen Messaging...
Page 100: Message Options
Message Options • Spam messages: Display the spam messages folder and its Options Before Composing a Message contents. • Settings: Access Messaging settings. For more information, 1. Touch Messaging refer to “Messaging Settings” on page 95. 2. Before composing a message, touch Menu to Options While Composing a Message reveal additional messaging options:...
Page 101: Viewing New Received Messages
Viewing New Received Messages • Add to contacts: Add the recipient to your Contacts list. This option only appears if the recipient is not already in your When you receive a new message, the new message Contacts list. icon displays at the top of the screen. •...
Page 102: Message Threads
Message Threads To access additional Bubble options: Sent and received text and photo messages are grouped into Touch and hold the message bubble within an active message threads. Threaded messages allow you to see all message conversation to display the following options: the messages exchanged (similar to a chat program) and •...
Page 103: Deleting Messages
Deleting Messages Message Search To delete a single message thread: You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature. 1. Touch Messaging 1. Touch Messaging 2. Touch and hold a message, then touch Delete. 2. Touch Menu Search.
Page 104: Email
Creating an Email Account 2. Options are described on the screen. Touch the check box to create a check mark To create your first email account: which indicates that an option is enabled. Checking 1. Touch Email. some options causes other options to become available The Set up email screen displays.
Page 105 Creating a Corporate Email Account Creating Additional Email Accounts Use the following procedure to configure your phone to To create additional email accounts after setting up your first synchronize with a corporate email account. account, follow these steps: 1. Touch Email.
Page 106: Gmail
Switching Between Email Accounts Gmail 1. Touch Email. Send and receive email with Gmail, which is Google’s Your Email screen displays showing your emails from web-based email. the active account. To access Gmail: 2. Touch Inbox at the top of the screen. From a Home screen, touch Apps Gmail.
Page 107: Messages
Messages Gmail Settings Use the Gmail Settings to configure your Gmail preferences. AT&T Messages brings your texts, calls, and voicemail 1. Touch Gmail. messages together into a single conversation thread and is accessible by phone or computer. 2. Touch Menu Settings for settings.
Page 108: Chaton
ChatON 3. Touch Samsung account and sign in to your Samsung account. Provides a global mobile communication service where you can chat with more than two buddies in a group chat. Share Note: The first time you use the ChatON app, an Upgrade things such as photos, videos, animation messages notification pop-up displays.
Page 109: Google
Google+ Hangouts Stay connected and share life as it happens with Google+ on Hangouts is a free, web-based application for instant your device. Join a Hangout, post a photo, or see what messaging offered by Google. You can connect with your friends are sharing while you are on the go.
Page 110: Section 6: Multimedia
Media Content that is purchased and downloaded may be viewed connection to preview and download a media file. concurrently on up to five (5) devices with Samsung Hub (or “the The internal memory acts as a storage location for service”) that are also registered to the same account.
Page 111 • • You may remove a device from your account no more than once You must finish watching Media Content within the time limit every 90 days. set out for each piece of content (which may be as short as 24 consecutive hours).
Page 112: Music
Music is an application that can play music files. Music Streams the current music file to another device supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, via Samsung Link. WMA, 3GP, MP4, and M4A. Launch Music to navigate Volume control and SoundAlive.
Page 113 Note: The following options may or may not appear depending Touch and hold to rewind the song. Touch to go to on whether or not music is actually playing. Also, previous song. options will be different if the song you are listening to is Pause the song.
Page 114: Music Settings
Music Settings Using Playlists The Music Settings menu allows you to set preferences for Playlists are used to assign songs to a list of preferred media the Music app such as whether you want the music to play in which can then be grouped into a list for later playback. the background, sound effects, and how the music menu These Playlists can be created via either the handset’s Music displays.
Page 115 Adding Music to a Playlist 5. Touch the checkbox to the left of each track you want to remove from this playlist. Touch Select all to remove To add files to the playlist: all the music tracks from this playlist 1. Touch Music.
Page 116: Google Play Music
With Google Play Music, you can play music that you have Streams the current music file to another device added to your music file as well as any music you copied via Samsung Link. from your PC. While offline, you can listen to music you have Volume control.
Page 117: Play Movies & Tv
4. To configure Play Movies & TV settings, touch that is displayed, is the mode that will display after the Menu Settings. icon is touched. 5. For more information, touch Menu Help. For more information on downloading videos for your phone, see “Samsung Hub” on page 102. Multimedia...
Page 118: Gallery
Gallery Viewing Photos To view photos: The Gallery can be used to view photos and play back videos. For photos, you can also perform basic editing tasks, view a 1. Touch a thumbnail to view a single photo. slideshow, set photos as wallpaper or contact image, and Note: If no control icons are displayed on the screen in share as a photo message.
Page 119 Editing a Photo 6. Use the following editor controls to edit your photo: You can edit your photos using the built-in Photo editor Undo: Undo the last operation made on a application on your device. The photo editor application photo. provides basic editing functions for photos that you take on your phone.
Page 120: Viewing Videos
Viewing Videos Decoration: Touch to display the following options: Note: If no control icons are displayed on the screen in Frame: Places a pre-created border style on addition to the photo, touch anywhere on the screen to top of your current image. display them.
Page 121 4. If not already active, touch the OFF/ON button to turn 8. From the Touch to beam screen, touch the reduced S Beam ON image preview to begin the transfer. 5. On the source device, which contains the desired 9. When prompted, separate the two devices. image or video, touch Apps Gallery.
Page 122: Camera
Camera Taking Photos Taking photos with your device’s built-in camera is as simple This section explains features related to the use of the as choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then touching camera and camcorder on your phone. You can take the Camera button.
Page 123 4. If desired, before taking the photo, you can touch Settings Storage on-screen icons to access various camera options and Shortcuts Active Indicator settings. 5. You can also touch the screen to move the focus to the Mode area you touch. 6.
Page 124: Camera Settings
Camera Settings Configuring Camera Settings To configure Camera settings: Before you start taking photos, use the camera settings to configure the camera for best results. Camera settings are While in Camera mode, touch a settings shortcut or represented by icons on th e left side of the screen. touch Settings to configure the following camera Editing Came...
Page 125 • Self-portrait: Set the front camera so you can take photos of • ISO: ISO determines how sensitive the light meter is on your yourself. digital camera. Use a lower ISO number to make your camera less sensitive to light, a higher ISO number to take photos with •...
Page 126: Camcorder
Camcorder • Shutter sound: Set the Shutter sound to On or Off. • Contextual filename: Add your location as part of the Use your device’s built-in Camcorder to record high- filename. You must first activate GPS tag described above. definition video in 1080p resolution. •...
Page 127: Recording Videos
Recording Videos 5. Before you take a video, use the Up and Down Volume keys to zoom in or out. You can magnify the video up to Tip: When recording video in direct sunlight or in bright four times (400 percent). conditions, it is recommended that you provide your –...
Page 128: Camcorder Settings
Configuring Camcorder Settings 11. Touch Back to return to the viewer. To configure Camcorder settings: Important! Do not take videos of people without their While in Camcorder mode, touch a settings shortcut or permission. touch Settings to configure the following Do not take videos in places where cameras are Camcorder settings: not allowed.
Page 129 • Recording mode: Set the recording mode to: Normal, which is • Contextual filename: Add your location as part of the limited only by available space on the destination location; Limit filename. You must first activate GPS tag described above. for MMS, which is limited by MMS size restrictions;...
Page 130: Section 7: Connections
Section 7: Connections This section describes the various connections your phone 3. Sweep the screen left to right to move laterally across can make including accessing the Internet with your a web page. Browser, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Connecting your PC. 4. To return to a previous page, touch Internet 5. To move forward to a web page, touch...
Page 131: Internet Options
Internet Options Adding and Deleting Windows You can have up to eight Internet windows open at one time. From any web page, touch Menu to access your To add a new window, follow these steps: browser options. 1. From your browser, touch Menu New window Enter a URL...
Page 132: Using Bookmarks
Going Incognito To exit from the incognito window: 1. From your browser window, touch Windows. Use the Incognito feature to view Internet sites outside of normal browsing. Pages viewed in this incognito window do 2. Scroll across the available windows and locate the not appear within your browser history or search history, and incognito window.
Page 133: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Connect to a Wi-Fi Network About Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps Settings Connections Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi (short for “wireless fidelity” and sometimes referred to Connections The network names and security settings (Open as wifi) is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local network or Secured with WEP) of detected Wi-Fi Area Networks (WLAN).
Page 134 Manually Add a New Network Connection Turning Wi-Fi Off 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps Settings 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps Settings Connections Wi-Fi. Connections Wi-Fi. Connections Connections 2. Touch Add Wi-Fi network. 2. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn Wi-Fi OFF 3. Enter the Network SSID.
Page 135 Wi-Fi Status Indicators Wi-Fi Advanced Settings The following icons show your Wi-Fi connection status at a The Advanced Wi-Fi menu can be used to set up many of glance: your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and To access the Advanced Wi-Fi menu: communicating with a Wireless Access Point 1.
Page 136 Wi-Fi Direct 8. Once connected, the other device will show as Connected in your list of Wi-Fi Direct devices and the Wi-Fi Direct allows device-to-device connections so you can icon will display at the top of your screen. transfer large amounts of data over a Wi-Fi connection. Sharing Information with Connected Device Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for To share Videos, Photos, or other information with the...
Page 137: Bluetooth
Bluetooth AT&T Smart Wi-Fi About Bluetooth Use AT&T Smart Wi-Fi to maximize your battery performance, maximize your data, simplify access to Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that AT&T Hot Spots and Wi-Fi networks, automate your Wi-Fi is used to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth connections, and track your data use.
Page 138: Bluetooth Status Indicators
Displays when Bluetooth is active. Connections Bluetooth. Connections 2. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn Bluetooth ON 3. Touch the checkbox next to SAMSUNG-SGH-I317, if you Displays when Bluetooth is connected (paired) want your phone to be visible to other Bluetooth and communicating. devices.
Page 139: Pairing Bluetooth Devices
Pairing Bluetooth Devices Make Your Device Visible To make your device visible: Use the Bluetooth pairing process to establish a trusted 1. From the Bluetooth settings screen, touch Menu connection between your device and another Bluetooth device. When you pair devices, they share a passkey, Visibility timeout.
Page 140 Disconnecting a Paired Device Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Disconnecting a paired device breaks the connection Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations between the device and your phone, but retains the may be different, and functions such as transfer or knowledge of the pairing.
Page 141 Deleting a Paired Device (Unpair) 1. Verify your Bluetooth is active. Deleting a device from your list removes its “connection 2. From a Home screen, touch Apps Contacts record” and upon reconnection would require that you Touch Menu Share namecard via. re-enter all the previous pairing information.
Page 142: Pc Connections
2. On the PC pop-up, click Open device to view files. Note: To sync your device to a PC, it is highly recommended that you install Samsung Kies, which is available at 3. Copy files from the PC to the memory card.
Page 143: Nfc
S Beam NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to another you touch your device with another compatible device. This NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. is used for applications such as S Beam. For information on You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, music NFC and NFC related features, see “NFC”...
Page 144: Section 8: Applications
Section 8: Applications Updating Applications This section contains a description of each application that is available on the Apps screen, its function, and how to Once you have registered your device (see “Software navigate through that particular application. If the application Update”...
Page 145: Gps Applications
GPS Applications Location of Internal Antennas GPS applications allow you to achieve real-time, GPS-enabled, turn-by-turn navigation and to access local Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Antenna GPS Antenna searches based on a variety of category parameters. To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the following conditions: •...
Page 146 Uninstalling Apps Apps Screen Options 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps. You can uninstall apps you download and install. Pre-loaded apps cannot be uninstalled. 2. Touch Menu for these options: 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps. • Play Store: Launch Google Play Store, to browse for new apps to download.
Page 147: Accessing Applications
4. When the Play Store page displays, touch UPDATE and otherwise should be obtained from the application follow the on-screen instructions to download the app. provider directly and not from Samsung. For more information, refer to “Play Store” on page 160.
Page 148: At&T Familymap
AT&T FamilyMap 5. At the AT&T FamilyMap Sign In screen, touch Get Started to create an account. AT&T FamilyMap provides peace of mind because you can – or – use it to conveniently locate a family member on a map from your wireless device.
Page 149: At&T Navigator
AT&T Navigator Using AT&T Navigator 1. When you open AT&T Navigator, the Terms of Service AT&T Navigator provides access to real-time GPS-driven screen displays. applications. These programs not only allow you to achieve turn-by-turn navigation, but also access local searches. 2. Touch Terms and Conditions, read the End User License Agreement, and then touch I Accept.
Page 150: Calculator
Calculator 9. To clear the calculator history, touch Menu Clear history. The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions to 10. For more advanced problems, rotate your device to solve simple arithmetic problems and advanced operators to solve more complex problems. The Calculator also keeps a landscape mode and use the advanced operators sin, history of recent calculations.
Page 151: Calendar
Calendar 5. Touch Menu and select one of the following options: Your device includes a powerful Calendar to help you • Zoom: In the Week and Day views, touch and drag a slider to organize your schedules more conveniently and effectively. increase or decrease the size of the area being viewed.
Page 152: Camera
Camera Chrome Take photos and record video with your device’s built in The Google Chrome app uses the Google Chrome web Camera. browser on your phone. 1. Touch Chrome. Touch Camera. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. For more information, refer to “Camera” on page 114. Clock ChatON Use the Clock application to access alarms, view the World...
Page 153 • Alarm type: Set the way in which the alarm sounds when 2. Touch Save to store the alarm details. Turning Off an Alarm activated: Melody, Vibration, Vibration and melody, or Briefing. • Alarm tone: Set the sound file, which is played when the alarm To stop an alarm when it sounds, touch and sweep the is activated.
Page 154: World Clock
World Clock Deleting a World Clock Entry 1. Touch Clock World Clock. World Clock displays time in hundreds of different cities, within all 24 time zones around the world. 2. Touch and hold a city, then touch Delete. 1. Touch Clock World clock.
Page 155: Desk Clock
Timer Desk Clock You can use this option to set a countdown timer. Use a timer You can use the Desk clock when you have a desk dock and to count down to an event based on a preset time length you want your phone to display the time, day, date, location, (hours, minutes, and seconds).
Page 156: Contacts
Contacts Downloads You can manage your daily contacts by storing their name Use the Downloads application to manage all of your and number in your Address Book. Address Book entries can downloads from the Play Store and the Browser. be sorted by name, entry, or group. 1. Touch Downloads.
Page 157: Drive
Drive Email Use the Google Drive app to open, view, rename, and share Send and receive email using popular email services. You your Google Docs and files. can also receive message alerts when you receive an important email. 1. Touch Drive.
Page 158: G+ Photos
G+ Photos Gallery Automatically save every photo you take with your phone. Use Gallery to view, capture, and manage photos and videos. Then it is easy to view, organize, and share them with friends Touch Gallery. and family of your choice. Turn on Auto Backup in the G+ For more information, refer to “Gallery”...
Page 159: Google
Google Google Settings Search the internet using the Google search engine. Use this app to manage your Google settings. 1. Touch Google Settings. Tip: Google Search appears by default on the main Home 2. Follow the on-screen prompts to modify your screen.
Page 160: Group Play
Group Play Hangouts Using Group Play, you can share documents or photos you Hangouts is a free web-based application for instant are viewing, or music you are listening to, with other devices messaging offered by Google. You can connect with your connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
Page 161: Internet
Internet Enabling a Location Source Before you use Google Maps and find your location or search The Internet application is your access to the mobile web. for places of interest, you must enable a location source. To Open the web browser to start surfing the web. The browser enable the location source you must enable the wireless is fully optimized and comes with advanced functionality to network, or enable the GPS satellites.
Page 162: Messages
Using Maps Messages 1. Touch Maps. The AT&T Messages app brings your texts, calls, and A map will display with your location in the very center. voicemail messages together into a single conversation thread and is accessible by phone or computer. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to use the Maps Touch Messages.
Page 163: Music
Music 3. If you have an external SD card inserted, touch SD memory card to see the contents of your external Use Music Player to play music files that you have stored on SD card (memory card). your phone and memory card. You can also create playlists. 4. Touch a folder and scroll down or up until you locate Touch Music.
Page 164: Myat&T
7. To view a photo file: Menu: Displays the following options: • Touch the file. • Select all: Mark all files or folders. The Gallery app is used to open the photo. For more information, • Create folder: Create a new folder. refer to “Viewing Photos”...
Page 165: Paper Artist
– or – PEN.UP Touch Back to return to the Apps screen. Use this Samsung application to join an online community, Using myAT&T follow your favorite artists, show off your artwork, and 1. When you open myAT&T, the End User License connect with other artists.
Page 166: Phone
Phone Play Books Menu From the Play Books main screen: Use the Phone application to access the dialer keypad, call logs, and favorites. Touch Menu for options. Touch Phone. To configure Play Books settings: For more information, refer to “Call Functions” on page 74. Touch Menu Settings.
Page 167: Play Magazines
Play Magazines Play Movies & TV Google Play Magazines helps you subscribe to your favorite With Google Play Movies & TV, you can rent thousands of magazines so you can have them available to read on your different movies, to watch instantly, or download for offline phone at any time or any place.
Page 168: Play Music
Play Music Play Store With Google Play Music, you can play music you have Google Play Store provides access to downloadable downloaded, and music you copied from your computer. You applications and games to install on your phone. Also, you will need to have a Google account set up on your phone to can provide feedback and comments about an application, download a new application.
Page 169: Polaris Office 4.0
Polaris Office 4.0 Updates to Downloaded Apps You can check for new versions of applications by visiting the This application is a Microsoft Office compatible office suite Google Play Store. Items that have a new version available that provides a central place for managing your documents will say Update.
Page 170: S Note
Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be 2. Read the information at the Learn about application signed in to your Samsung account application. For pop-up and touch OK. more information, refer to “Signing In to Your Samsung 3. Touch Menu Tutorial from the main S Note Account”...
Page 171: S Voice
4. Read the information on the About S Voice screen, then 1. Sign in to your Samsung account, if you have not touch Next. already done so. 5. Read the information on the Say what you want screen, 2. Touch...
Page 172: Samsung Hub
Samsung Link screen. on-screen monitoring. Samsung Link makes staying 3. Touch Sign in to sign into your Samsung Account, if you connected easy. have not already done so. For more information, refer to “Signing In to Your Samsung Account”...
Page 173 Samsung account password. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn it Configuring Samsung Link Settings • My account: Samsung account information. Samsung Link must first be configured prior to its initial use. You must set up parameters such as connected Wi-Fi, Items • About this service: Display application information.
Page 174 ChatON, Drive, Email, Gmail, and so on. • Change Player: Select an available target device and stream 1. Launch Samsung Link on the target device, such as an files to it. On a target device, such as an Internet TV, select the Internet TV or Samsung Tablet.
Page 175: Settings
Settings Voice Recorder Configure your device to your preferences. It includes such Record your voice or other sounds, and share recordings by settings as: display, security, memory, and any extra settings using Bluetooth, Messaging, Gmail, and so on. Recording associated with your phone. time varies based on the available memory within the phone.
Page 176: Voice Search
Voice Search YouTube The Google Voice Search application can be used to search YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can the web using only your voice. upload and share videos. The site is used to display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie 1.
Page 177: Ypmobile
4. To view a video, touch an available preview thumbnail 4. Touch the Find a business nearby! field, use the or touch the title link. on-screen keyboard to enter your search value, and touch Search. Touch Menu for additional options. –...
Page 178: Section 9: Settings
(such as, Accounts From any screen, touch the top of the screen and Samsung account, Email, and Google account) swipe downward, to display the Notification Panel, and and access Backup and reset features. then touch Settings.
Page 179: Wi-Fi
Activating Wi-Fi Direct Note: The settings for your device are described below in the Wi-Fi Direct allows device-to-device connections so you can order that they appear within the Settings menu. Options transfer large amounts of data over a Wi-Fi connection. under the Connections tab are listed first, followed by 1.
Page 180: Bluetooth
Advanced Wi-Fi Settings Bluetooth The advanced Wi-Fi settings allow you to set up and manage In this menu you can activate Bluetooth, view or assign a wireless access points. device name, activate your phone so other Bluetooth devices 1. From the Settings screen, touch Connections can discover it, or scan for other, available Bluetooth devices Connections...
Page 181: Data Usage
Note: Data is measured by your device. Your service provider Bluetooth. may account for data usage differently. 5. Touch the check box next to SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 to create a check mark, if you want your phone to be Touch Menu to display additional options. Touch visible to other Bluetooth devices.
Page 182: More Networks
More Networks Press and hold the Power button then touch Airplane mode. This option displays additional Connectivity information. – or – From the Settings screen, touch Connections Connections From a Home screen, touch the top of the screen and More networks. swipe downward, to display the Quick Settings, and The following options display.
Page 183: Mobile Networks
Mobile Networks Important! You must deactivate data service prior to searching Before you use applications such as Google Maps and find for an available network. your location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Mobile networks options. Note: Connecting to 2G networks slows the data transfer Touch Mobile networks to display the following options: speed and time.
Page 184 Tethering and Portable Hotspot 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to use Mobile Hotspot. Use this option to share your phones’s mobile data Connecting to Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot from Other connection with a portable Wi-Fi hotspot or USB tethering. Devices Mobile Hotspot 1. Activate Wi-Fi on the device that wants to connect to Note: To enable Mobile Hotspot on your phone, dial 611 or go your phone.
Page 185 USB Tethering The VPN settings menu can be used to set up and manage Note: To enable USB tethering on your phone, dial 611 or go to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). att.com/mywireless to set up the service. Before using VPN, you must first set up a screen unlock PIN or password.
Page 186: Nfc
5. Select a VPN type from the Type drop-down menu. 7. Enter any other required information. 6. Enter the Server address and any other required fields 8. Touch Show advanced options to display additional VPN that are dependent upon the Type you entered options.
Page 187: S Beam
NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. The device name displays under Device name. The You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, music default is the model number: SAMSUNG-SGH-I317. files from your Music app, and more. 1. From the Settings screen, touch...
Page 188: Screen Mirroring
Screen Mirroring 4. In the Advanced section, set the following options: • Shared contents: Select the content to share. Choices are: Use the Screen Mirroring feature to share media files on your Videos, Photos, and Music. phone with an HDMI device, such as an HDMI TV. •...
Page 189: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Lock Screen Options The following options are available depending on the Choose settings for unlocking your screen. For more Screen Lock type that you have selected. information about using the lock and unlock features, see Swipe Options “Securing Your Device” on page 18. Screen Lock The options available when Screen lock is set to Swipe are: •...
Page 190 Pattern Options • Popup Note on lock screen: Set the device to launch S Note when you double-tap the locked screen with the S Pen button These options are available when Screen lock is set to pressed. Pattern: Face Unlock Options •...
Page 191: Display
Display • Screen mode: Select from several different color modes. • Brightness: Configure the LCD Brightness levels. Touch In this menu, you can change various settings for the display. Automatic brightness to allow the phone to self-adjust or drag From the Settings screen, touch My device My device My device...
Page 192: Led Indicator
Sound • Auto adjust screen tone: Save power by adjusting the screen tone according to an analysis of the images. From this menu you can control the sounds on the phone. LED Indicator From the Settings screen, touch My device My device My device This option is used to turn on your LED lights for charging,...
Page 193 • Default notification sound: Set the ringtone that will sound for Samsung Keyboard notifications and alarms. Touch a ringtone and touch OK. Set the keyboard sounds. Touch either of the following • Vibrate when ringing: Enable your phone to vibrate whenever options to create a check mark and activate the feature: it rings.
Page 194: Home Screen Mode
Home Screen Mode Call Home screen mode is used to set your display to the To access the Call settings menu: conventional layout of Standard mode or provide an easier From the Settings screen, touch My device My device My device user experience for the first-time smartphone users using Call.
Page 195: Set Up Call Rejection Messages
Set Up Call Rejection Messages Turn Off Screen During Calls 1. Touch Create to manually add a reject message. This option turns on the proximity sensor during calls so that – or – your phone will know to turn the screen off to save power. Touch one of the pre-written messages to be displayed Touch Turn off screen during calls to create a check when you want the call to be rejected.
Page 196: Call Accessories
Call Accessories – Forward when unanswered: Forward voice calls to a designated number instead of your voicemail number when The following options are available: there is no answer on your phone. You can also select the • Automatic answering: Automatically answer an incoming call amount of time that the phone delays before forwarding.
Page 197: Ringtones And Keypad Tones
Ringtones and Keypad Tones Noise Reduction 1. Touch Ringtones, select a ringtone, and touch OK. This option helps to suppress background noise from your side during a call. 2. Touch Vibrations, select a vibration type, and touch OK. 3. Touch Vibrate when ringing to create a check mark, if Touch Noise reduction to create a check mark and you want your phone to vibrate when a call is enable the feature.
Page 198: Voicemail Settings
Voicemail Settings TTY Mode To view or modify your voicemail number: A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, 1. Touch Voicemail settings. hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, 2. Touch the Voicemail number field, backspace to erase to communicate by telephone.
Page 199: Blocking Mode
Blocking Mode 3. Touch Block incoming calls, Turn off notifications, Turn off alarm and timer, or Turn off LED indicator to place a When Blocking mode is enabled, notifications for selected features are disabled. You only receive notifications of green check mark adjacent to those features you incoming calls from people on your allowed list.
Page 200: Hands-Free Mode
Hands-Free Mode Power Saving Mode When Hands-free mode is enabled, incoming calls and Use Power saving mode to manage your phone to notifications are read out automatically. conserve power. 1. From the Settings screen, touch My device 1. From the Settings screen, touch My device My device My device...
Page 201: Accessory
Accessory Accessibility To select the Audio output mode when using a car or desk Accessibility services are special features to make using the dock: device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use the Accessibility settings to activate these services. From the Settings screen, touch My device My device...
Page 202 • Speak passwords: Read out password information. • Negative colors: Reverse the display of on-screen colors from White text on a Black background to Black text on a White • Answering/ending calls: Accept incoming calls by pressing background. the Home key or end calls using the power key. •...
Page 203: One-Handed Operation
• Samsung keyboard: Adjust the position of the Samsung 1. From the Language and input screen, touch Language. keyboard to the left or the right to make it easier to use with 2.
Page 204: Samsung Keyboard
– Learn from Twitter: Log in to your Twitter account so your phone can learn your Twitter style. To configure the Samsung keyboard: – Learn from Messages: Allow your device to learn from your From the Language and input screen, touch next to Messages.
Page 205 • Keyboard swipe: Touch one of the following: the S Pen is detected. – None: Turn Keyboard swipe off. • Tutorial: Display more information about using the Samsung – keyboard. SwiftKey Flow: Enable the SwiftKey Flow feature. When enabled, you can enter text by sliding your finger across the •...
Page 206: Google Voice Typing
Swype Google Voice Typing To configure Google voice typing: To configure Swype settings: From the Language and input screen, touch next to From the Language and input screen, touch next Google voice typing. to Swype to display the following options: •...
Page 207 From the Language and input screen, touch Text-to-speech options and select the preferred TTS Voice search to configure the following: engine, Samsung text-to-speech engine or • Language: Choose a language for your voice input. Google Text-to-speech Engine. • Speech output: Sets whether you will use speech output 2. Touch...
Page 208: Motion
Pointer Speed 3. Touch any of the following options to activate the feature. A check mark is displayed when an option is This option sets your Pointer speed for your mouse or enabled. trackpad when you are using a keyboard dock accessory. •...
Page 209 • Pan to browse images: Once enabled, touch and hold a • Palm swipe to capture: Once enabled, you can capture any desired on-screen image to pan around it. Move the device left on-screen information swiping across the screen. In a single or right to pan vertically or up and down to pan horizontally motion, press the side of your hand on the screen and swipe around the large on-screen image.
Page 210: Smart Screen
Smart Screen 2. Touch the OFF/ON button at the top of the screen to turn Voice control ON The Smart screen options allow you to customize your screen settings to make the screen more responsive and Touch the following options to create a check mark and easier to use.
Page 211: S Pen
S Pen • Sound and haptic feedback: Hear sound and sense haptic feedback when using your S Pen To customize settings for the S Pen: • Quick command settings: Create pen gestures to open 1. From the Settings screen, touch My device My device My device...
Page 212: Removing An Account
Synchronizing Accounts Removing an Account Select the items you want to synchronize on your account Important! Removing an account also deletes all of its such as Books, Calendar, Contacts, and more. messages, contacts, and other data from the 1. From the Settings screen, touch Accounts.
Page 213 Configure the following options: Samsung services that are available. • Accounts: View Google accounts set up on your device. Touch 4. If you have no Samsung account, touch Create new a Google account to configure syncing or to remove the account.
Page 214: Back Up And Reset
Back Up and Reset Tip: The password is for your Samsung account, not the The Back up and reset settings allow you to back up your password you use for the email address you are entering. data, back up accounts, automatically restore your phone, Plus, you can use only letters, numbers, !, @, $, %, &, ^,...
Page 215: Factory Data Reset
Factory Data Reset Location Services From this menu you can reset your phone and sound settings The Location services settings allow you to set up how the to the factory default settings. phone will determine your location and the sensor settings 1.
Page 216: Security
Security Set Up or Change Password Use this option to set up your password when one is first The Security settings allow you to determine the security required or change your current password. level for your phone. Encryption 1. From the Settings screen, touch More Security More...
Page 217: Make Passwords Visible
3. When you receive the new PUK code from your Note: You must activate Lock SIM card before you can change AT&T Customer Service Representative, enter it in your SIM PIN code. the PUK code field. 4. Enter a new PIN code in the Enter a new PIN field and To change your SIM PIN code: touch OK.
Page 218: Device Administration
3. Touch Send security reports to send security reports to If no device administrators are listed, you can Samsung, using Wi-Fi, for threat analysis. download them from the Play Store.
Page 219: Credential Storage
Credential Storage Caution! When you disable a system CA certificate, the If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or Turn off button changes to Turn on, so you can for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or enable the certificate again, if necessary.
Page 220: Application Manager
Application Manager Downloaded Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. You can download and install applications from Play Store or 1. From the Settings screen, touch More create applications using the Android SDK and install them More on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage Application manager.
Page 221: Running Services
SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your SD card. View and control services running on your device. 1. From the Settings screen, touch More 1. From the Settings screen, touch More More More Application manager. Application manager. 2. Touch the SD CARD tab to view a list of all the 2. Touch the RUNNING tab.
Page 222: Battery
Battery Storage See how much battery power is used for device activities. From this menu you can view the memory allocation for the memory card and USB as well as mount or unmount the 1. From the Settings screen, touch More More SD card.
Page 223 Mounting an SD Card Formatting an SD Card 1. Install an SD card. For more information, refer to When formatting an SD card you will want to backup your “Installing a MicroSD Card” on page 10. music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data.
Page 224: Date And Time
Date and Time About Device To change the current time and date displayed: This menu contains legal information, system tutorial information, and other phone information such as the model From the Settings screen, touch More More number, firmware version, baseband version, kernal version, Date and time.
Page 225: Software Update
Software Update • Device name: Enter the name for your device. The default is the model number: SAMSUNG-SGH-I317. The AT&T Software Update feature enables you to use your • Model number: Phone’s model number. phone to connect to the network and upload any new phone software directly to your phone.
Page 226: Section 10: Health And Safety Information
Section 10: Health and Safety Information Do cell phones pose a health hazard? This device is capable of operating in Wi-Fi™ mode in the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The FCC requires that devices Many people are concerned that cell phone radiation will operating within 5.15-5.25 GHz may only be used indoors, cause cancer or other serious health hazards.
Page 227 Research Results to Date: Is there a connection The biological effects of radio frequency energy should not between RF and certain health problems? be confused with the effects from other types of electromagnetic energy. The results of most studies conducted to date say no. In Very high levels of electromagnetic energy, such as is found addition, attempts to replicate and confirm the few studies in X-rays and gamma rays, can ionize biological tissues.
Page 228 Risk of Brain Cancer from Exposure to Radio slight increase in brain cancer. However, the authors Frequency Fields in Childhood and Adolescence determined that biases and errors prevented any conclusions (MOBI-KIDS) being drawn from this data. Additional information about Interphone can be found at MOBI-KIDS is an international study investigating the http://www.iarc.fr/en/media-centre/pr/2010/pdfs/pr200_E.pdf.
Page 229 Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other Cell Phone Industry Actions Accessories Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA Steps to Reduce Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the cell phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: If there is a risk from being exposed to radio frequency •...
Page 230: Children And Cell Phones
Children and Cell Phones Because there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from cell phones, there is no reason to believe that The scientific evidence does not show a danger to any users hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used for of cell phones from RF exposure, including children and convenience and comfort.
Page 231: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Certification Information http://www.epa.gov/radtown/wireless-tech.html. • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/. designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure (Note: This web address is case sensitive.) limits for Radio Frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal •...
Page 232 The SAR information for this device can also be found on power levels so as to use only the power required to reach Samsung’s website: http://www.samsung.com/sar. the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base SAR information on this and other model phones can be station antenna, the lower the power output of the phone.
Page 233: Fcc Part 15 Information To User
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from Samsung could void your authority to operate the device. that to which the receiver is connected. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 234: Smart Practices While Driving
• Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving; impaired. Samsung is committed to promoting responsible driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand Notice regarding legal restrictions on mounting this device in and address distractions.
Page 235: Battery Use And Safety
Never watch videos, such as a movie or clip, or play video hazard. If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked games while operating a vehicle. by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear For more information, go to http://www.ctia.org. to be working properly.
Page 236 If you suspect damage to the present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard. Samsung's warranty does not cover damage to the phone phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection.
Page 237: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling
The Samsung Mobile Take-Back Program will provide accessories may not be available in your area. Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label. We've made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung Just go to mobile device by working with respected take-back http://fun.samsungmobileusa.com/recycling/index.jsp.
Page 238: Ul Certified Travel Charger
Follow local regulations regarding disposal of mobile FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH devices and batteries AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE Dispose of your mobile device and batteries in accordance POWER OUTLET. with local regulations.
Page 239: Gps
Always obey posted road signs. Emergency Calls Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning System (GPS) signal for location-based applications. A GPS This mobile device, like any wireless mobile device, operates uses satellites controlled by the U.S.
Page 240: Care And Maintenance
To make an emergency call: Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: 1. If the phone is not on, switch it on. Liquids of any kind 2.
Page 241: Responsible Listening
Responsible Listening Microwaves Do not try to dry your mobile device in a microwave oven. Caution! Avoid potential hearing loss. Doing so may cause a fire or explosion. Dust and dirt Damage to hearing occurs when a person is exposed to loud Do not expose your mobile device to dust, dirt, or sand.
Page 242 • • Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you audio source. experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech, or experience • any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at device, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
Page 243: Implantable Medical Devices
Using Your Mobile Device Near Other Electronic National Institute for Occupational Safety and Devices Health (NIOSH) Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from Radio 395 E Street, S.W., Suite 9200 Frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment Patriots Plaza Building may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless Washington, DC 20201 mobile device.
Page 244: Potentially Explosive Environments
Potentially Explosive Environments http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf For more information see: faqs.html# Switch your mobile device off when in any area with a potentially Other Medical Devices explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the injury or even death.
Page 245: Fcc Hearing Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices
When your Device is Wet The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user's hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already on, device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not turn it off and remove the battery immediately (if the device will be able to use a rated mobile device successfully.
Page 246 Under the current industry standard, American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19, the hearing aid and wireless mobile device rating values are added together to indicate how usable they are together. For example, if a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless mobile device meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two values equals M5.
Page 247: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device
Any changes or modifications to your mobile device not headset avoid using the headset in extremely dry environments or expressly approved by Samsung could void your warranty for touch a grounded unpainted metal object to discharge static this equipment and void your authority to operate this electricity before inserting the headset.
Page 248 • • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing materials in the same compartment as the mobile device, its lights while watching videos or playing games for extended parts, or accessories.
Page 249: Section 11: Warranty Information
1 Year conjunction or connection with accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by Case/Pouch/Holster* 90 Days SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper Other Device 1 Year testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or Accessories* adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;...
Page 250 (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.
Page 251 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.
Page 252 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...
Page 253 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.
Page 254: End User License Agreement For Software
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG THE SOFTWARE. Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) 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. Specifications and availability subject to of this EULA: You may install, use, access, display and run change without notice.
Page 255 Update that Samsung may provide to you or make available to you after the date you 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its obtain your initial copy of the Software, unless we provide affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered other terms along with such Update.
Page 256 License will terminate automatically without restrictions imposed by your network or internet provider. notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the Unless your device is connected to the internet through Wi-Fi connection, the Software will access through your mobile...
Page 257 "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND agree that Samsung is not responsible for the availability of FROM SAMSUNG, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE such applications and is not responsible or liable for any...
Page 258 (“Samsung Account”), and your loss, including but not limited to any damage to the mobile rights and obligations will be set forth in separate Samsung device or loss of data, caused or alleged to be caused by, or Account terms and conditions and privacy policies.
Page 259 PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY where you are a resident. Notwithstanding the foregoing, FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Samsung may apply for injunctive remedies (or an equivalent 14. U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The type of urgent legal relief) in any jurisdiction.
Page 260 Opt Out." You must include in the opt out e-mail (a) your part of any award, but may not grant Samsung its attorney name and address; (b) the date on which the device was fees, expert witness fees or costs unless it is determined that purchased;...
Page 261 Software, and you will continue to enjoy the benefits of this license. 17. 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.
Page 262: Section 12: Samsung Product Registration
Section 12: Samsung Product Registration SIGN UP NOW Customize your Samsung phone experience • Activate product warranty • Access to a personalized My Samsung Mobile account • No monthly fees GET MORE • Latest info on promotions, events and special offers on related products •...
Page 263: Index
Index Service Dialing Numbers 73 using contacts list 63 Abc Mode 54 Back Key 30 Address Book Options 66 About Device 216 Backing Up Your Data 206 Adobe PDF 161 Accounts 203 Battery Airplane Mode 174 Add Accounts 203 charging 12 Alarm 144 Adding a New Contact from Home display percentage 14...
Page 264 3-Way Calling (Multi-Party Call Rejection 186 Calling) 85 Call Sound Dialing Options 78 Address Book 77 adding more volume 82 Display adjusting the call volume 82 personalize 83 icons 35 answering a call 78 Camcorder 118 using negative colors 194 call back missed call 80 recording video 119 Display / Touch-Screen 230...
Page 265 making 76 viewing videos 112 GPS Applications 137 with SIM 76 Gestures Group without SIM 76 browse image 201 adding a contact 69 Entering Text 52 screen capture 32 201 editing 69 changing the text entry mode 54 shake to update 201 removing a contact 69 using 123Sym mode 55 tilt to zoom 200...
Page 266 indicator 35 Locking 19 signing into Email 96 In-Call Options 82 Spam 92 Incognito 124 types of messages 90 Maps 153 create window 124 MicroSD Card Memory Card exit window 124 installing 10 available memory 51 International Call 74 removing 10 formatting 51 Internet 122 153...
Page 267 increase app window size 49 terms used 30 rear view 23 maximize app 49 touch gestures 30 side view 22 panel relocation 46 Navigator 141 turning On or Off 14 rearrange apps 46 Nearby Devices 179 Photo removing apps 47 Negative Colors 194 color correction 111 running multiple apps 47...
Page 268 207 settings 165 Software Update 217 Responsible Listening 233 sharing media 166 Sound Settings 184 Restricting Children's Access to Your Samsung Mobile Products and Spam Mobile device 239 Recycling 229 add number 94 Scientific Calculator 142 settings 95...
Page 269 Standard Limited Warranty 241 TTY Mode 190 Stopwatch 146 Warranty Information 241 Swap 84 UL Certified Travel Charger 230 Web 122 153 SWYPE Understanding Your Phone 20 Widgets 39 entering text using 57 features of your phone 20 Wi-Fi 125 Swype front view 21 Wi-Fi Direct 128...

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