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  • Page 1: User Manual

    S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung PURPOSE OR USE; THE DESIGN, CONDITION OR or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT;...

  • Page 3: Legal Information

    ™ writing on the mobile device or at samsung.com and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR licensing fee may be required. For more information MOBILE DEVICE.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Contacts ............47 ..........1 Email ..............51 Front View ............2 Galaxy Apps ........... 53 Back View ............3 Gallery .............. 54 Assemble Your Device ........4 Internet ............. 56 Set Up Your Device ..........8 Memo ............... 58 Set Up Accounts on Your Device ....9 Messages ............
  • Page 5 Lock Screen ............ 99 Multi Window Settings .........100 Notification Panel Settings......101 Toolbox ............102 One-Handed Operation .......103 Easy Mode ............104 Accessibility ..........105 Private Mode ..........107 Finger Scanner ..........108 Motions and Gestures .........110 Air View ............111 Accounts ............112 Cloud ..............113 Backup and Reset ........114 Language and Input Settings .....115 Date and Time Settings ......117 Safety Assistance .........118...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

  • Page 7: Front View

    Front View Earpiece Proximity sensors Status light Front camera Volume key Power key Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner • • Proximity sensors: Detect the presence of Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and objects near the device. hold for Home screen options. •...

  • Page 8: Back View

    Back View Microphone Headset jack Infrared transmitter Rear camera Flash Heart rate sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Microphone: Record audio and detect voice USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the commands. USB charger (included), and other optional accessories (not included). •...

  • Page 9: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Install the SIM Card assemble your device. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional Remove the Back Cover services, and other features.

  • Page 10: Install A Memory Card

    Install a Memory Card Replace the Back Cover You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC 1. Place the back cover onto the back of the device memory card (not included) to expand available and press down. memory space. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.

  • Page 11: Charge The Battery

    15-35°C, 86-106 kPa, 1.5 meters, for Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries 30 minutes). Despite this classification, your device approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are is not impervious to water damage in any situation. It designed for your device to maximize battery life.
  • Page 12 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

  • Page 13: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device The instructions below explain how to turn your Use your device’s screen lock features to secure device on or off. your device. Turn the Device On Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the To turn the device on: screen times out.

  • Page 14: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Samsung account or create a new Samsung account. – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, see Accounts.

  • Page 15: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...

  • Page 16: Home Screen

    Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Notification icons Status bar Status icons Widget App shortcuts App folders Home screen indicator Apps list Primary app shortcuts • • Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) Home screen indicator: Indicates which Home and notification icons (left).

  • Page 17: Change The Wallpaper

    Change the Wallpaper Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, Change the look of the Home and Lock screens widgets, folders, and using with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. To access Home screen manager: 2.

  • Page 18: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts Use Folders 1. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from inside. any Home screen. 2. To add shortcuts to a folder, touch and hold the shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder and Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen release.

  • Page 19: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call: A call has been missed. information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) Call in progress: A call is in progress. on the right side and notification alerts on the left.

  • Page 20: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Learn the basics for how to Drag navigate through your device. Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. Touchscreen Navigation •...
  • Page 21 Common Options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions. • More options: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share. • Delete: Tap to select items to delete. •...

  • Page 22: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Settings View all Quick settings Screen brightness S Finder Quick connect Notification card Clear notifications • • Settings: Display the Settings screen. S Finder: Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, email, files, settings, and more.
  • Page 23 View the Notification Panel S Finder 1. Drag down the Status bar to display the Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, Notification panel. email, files, settings, and more. 2. Swipe down the list to see notification details. 1. Drag down the Status bar to display the Notification panel.

  • Page 24: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Multi window tray Window controls Tray controls Activate Multi Window Use Multi Window Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings After activating Multi window, you can use it to run >...

  • Page 25: Multi Window Settings

    Window Controls Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray Select an application window and tap 1. Touch and hold  Back to display the tray.  Window controls in the middle of the window border. 2. Touch an hold an app, drag it to a new position in the tray and then drop it.

  • Page 26: Enter Text

    Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung Keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Options Special Keys Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Touch and hold Options for the following:...
  • Page 27 Instead of typing, speak your text input. Settings Delete text To enable Google Voice Typing: ™ 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Voice input. You may need to touch and hold Options (left of Space) to find it. 2. Speak your text. Note: Tap Settings >...

  • Page 28: Emergency Mode

    Emergency Mode Emergency mode conserves Use Emergency Mode your device’s remaining power While in Emergency mode, your device conserves when you are in an emergency power. The following apps and features are available on the Home screen: situation. • Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.

  • Page 29: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.

  • Page 30: Phone Screen

    Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. Tabs More options Keypad Delete number Voicemail Call • • More options: Access Speed dial and Keypad: Dial the number that you want to call. Call settings.

  • Page 31: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer or Reject a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received, the device rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name if stored in the contacts list.

  • Page 32: Options During A Call

    Multitask While on a Call Place a New Call While on a Call If you exit the call screen and return to a Home If your service plan supports this feature, you can screen, your active call is indicated by Call in make another call while a call is in progress.

  • Page 33: Call Log

    Call Log Call Settings The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, To access the Call settings menu: or missed are stored in the Call log. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.

  • Page 34: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut Remove a Speed Dial Number number to a contact for speed Assignment dialing their default number. You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone >  Keypad. Create a Speed Dial More options >...

  • Page 35: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls You can dial the emergency Swipe Lock Screen telephone number in your If the Lock screen is set to Swipe, you can access the call screen in a couple of ways. region regardless of the device’s 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen.

  • Page 36: Set Up And Access Voicemail

    Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your Visual Voicemail voicemail. Use Visual Voicemail to view a list of people who left a voicemail message and then listen to any message without being limited to chronological order. Set Up Your Voicemail Apps >...

  • Page 37: Applications

    Applications Learn how to change the way apps display, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.

  • Page 38: Apps Screen

    • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized 2. Tap More options > Show disabled apps. for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps 3. Tap each app you want to enable, and then to learn more.

  • Page 39: Organize Your Apps

    Organize Your Apps Hide or Show Apps The Apps icons can be organized in folders and Hide Apps from View listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any apps you do not want to see on the Apps list. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 1.
  • Page 40 Show hidden apps: Display hidden apps. This option is displayed only if apps have been hidden. • Galaxy essentials: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. • Help: View information about your device. Applications Apps Screen...

  • Page 41: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Google. Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device. Note: Certain applications require a Google Account. Google Now google.com Visit to learn more. Works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and Chrome organize it into convenient cards that...

  • Page 42: Play Books

    Photos Play Store Automatically backs up your photos and Find new apps, movies and TV shows, videos to your Google Account. music, books, magazines, and games in Google Play store. Visit photos.google.com to learn more about Google Photos ™ Visit play.google.com/store to learn more.

  • Page 43: T-Mobile Applications

    T-Mobile Applications Enjoy these applications from T-Mobile TV T‑Mobile. Watch live TV and Video On Demand. Note: A data plan is required to use this Note: Certain applications require a data plan or feature. Charges may apply. Please contact t-mobile.com paid subscription.

  • Page 44: Other Applications

    Amazon Samsung Milk Music Shop at amazon.com from your device. ™ Stream music with Samsung Milk Music ™ Visit Amazon.com to learn more. a radio service that offers a simple way to find the music that is right for you. With...

  • Page 45: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic Scientific Calculator and advanced arithmetic The Calculator app also provides advanced functions. arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan. To use the Scientific calculator: ► When Screen rotation is enabled, turn the device Basic Operation to landscape.

  • Page 46: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. To delete multiple events or tasks: 1. Tap  More options > Delete. 2. Select events or tasks. Create an Event or Task 3. Tap Done. You can use your Calendar to create events and tasks. Calendar Settings 1.

  • Page 47: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Current shooting mode Switch cameras Record video Take a picture Quick settings Shooting mode More settings Gallery • • Record video: Record a video. Quick settings: Select camera settings or options.

  • Page 48: Take Pictures

    Take Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or rear Several shooting modes are available. Some modes camera, or combine shots with Dual camera mode. are not available when taking self-portraits. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Camera.

  • Page 49: Camera And Video Settings

    • Camera and Video Settings Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. • Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Camera. • HDR (rich tone): Save the picture in HDR (rich 2. Tap Settings to configure settings for tone) only.

  • Page 50: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play keeping track of time and setting for the alarm. alarms. • Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the 1.

  • Page 51: World Clock

    World Clock Timer The World clock lets you keep track of the current The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to time in multiple cities around the globe. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 52: Contacts

    Email, Facebook ™ , and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...

  • Page 53: Link Contacts

    Share a Name Card Link Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s When you have contacts from various sources information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can (Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have share a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach multiple similar entries for a single contact.
  • Page 54 Favorites Groups When you mark contacts as favorites, they are You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display device comes with preloaded groups, and you can together on the Favorites tab in Contacts. create your own.

  • Page 55: Contacts Settings

    Contacts Settings Add Contacts to a Group Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap These settings allow you to modify settings  Contacts. associated with using the Contacts app. 2. Tap  Groups, and then tap a group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 56: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Refresh Your Email Account manage all your email accounts Refresh your account to update your email in one application. accounts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. To access Email: 2.

  • Page 57: Email Settings

    Create and Send an Email Email Settings This section describes how to create and send an These settings allow you to modify settings email using the Email app. associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 58: Galaxy Apps

    Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Follow the prompts to download Galaxy Essentials apps specially chosen from Samsung Apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...

  • Page 59: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Trim Segments of a Video and videos. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, move the right bracket to View Images and Videos the desired ending point.

  • Page 60: Gallery Settings

    4. Tap More options > Add account to add While viewing photos, face tags display that identify a Samsung, Dropbox, Google, or Facebook your contacts. Tap a face tag to call or message the account. contact.

  • Page 61: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully‑featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: Access the Internet ► Tap Tab manager > New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 62: Internet Settings

    Share Pages Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings To share a web page address with others: associated with using the Internet app. ► Tap More > Share and follow the prompts. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Internet.

  • Page 63: Memo

    • To send a memo to others, tap  More options > Select, select a memo, and tap  Share via. • To send a memo to a Google or Samsung printer, tap More options > Select, select a memo, and tap More options > Print.

  • Page 64: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive Create and Send Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default messaging app on your message using the Messaging app. device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 65: Messages Settings

    View New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon is displayed on the Status bar. messages, push messages, and so on. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message:  Messages.
  • Page 66 To disable Imminent and AMBER alerts, follow the instructions below: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Messages. 2. Tap More options > Settings > Emergency alerts. 3. Tap Emergency alerts. • All alerts are enabled by default. 4. Tap an alert option to disable it. Applications Messages...

  • Page 67: Music Player

    Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Change player Volume Options Favorite Playback position Shuffle mode Repeat mode Time elapsed Song length Playback controls • •...

  • Page 68: Listen To Music

    Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Music. 2. Tap a category at the top left of the screen to view your music files. 3. Swipe through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin playback. 4.

  • Page 69: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your Local Storage device, including images, videos, To view folder and files located on the device: songs, and sound clips. ► Tap Device storage. To view folders and files located on the memory To view files in My Files: card (if installed): 1.

  • Page 70: Group Options

    My Files Options File Options On the main My Files screen: 1. Tap a folder to open it. More options 2. Tap files to select them or tap Search, and then enter search criteria. 1. Tap > Select, select files, and then use one of these Storage usage to view memory 2.

  • Page 71: S Health

    For recommends that you see your doctor before more information on proper wear and use, see engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. following apply: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 72 When in Doubt — Check It Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you.

  • Page 73: S Voice

    S Voice Speak commands to perform S Voice Settings operations on your device, and These settings allow you to modify settings to speak criteria for searches associated with using the S Voice app. and other operations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 74: Video Player

    Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. Change players Volume File name More options Playback Adjust position volume Time elapsed Video length Screen ratio Pop-up Rewind Fast-forward Pause or Play • • Volume: Adjust the volume. Rewind: Restart the video or skip to a previous video.
  • Page 75 Access the Video Player Change the Video Screen Size Use Video Player to access and play videos stored You can change the size of the video during video on your device. playback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.

  • Page 76: Voice Recorder

    Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. Manage Recordings To display a list of recordings: Create a Voice Recording 1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap  Apps > List. 2. Tap  Voice Recorder. •...

  • Page 77: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.

  • Page 78: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings Customize the Quick Settings Menu ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Quick settings are the settings that you are most – or – likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a From a Home screen, drag down from the default list of settings.

  • Page 79: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain Wi-Fi Networks types of Wireless Local Area Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi  Settings. communication requires access 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on. •...
  • Page 80 Wi-Fi Options Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 81: Download Booster

    Download Booster Download Booster improves download speed by using both Wi‑Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Note: Download Booster uses mobile data services. To turn on Download Booster: Apps > 1.

  • Page 82: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short‑range 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. communications technology that 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn allows you to connect wirelessly Bluetooth on. to a number of Bluetooth • When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for devices, such as headsets nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
  • Page 83 Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) Change Your Device’s Name When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two Change the name others use when pairing with your devices no longer recognize each other. To connect device using Bluetooth. again, you have to pair the devices. 1.

  • Page 84: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot

    Tethering and Mobile HotSpot Share your device’s mobile Allowed Device List data connection with a Mobile Control whether devices connect to your Mobile HotSpot or USB tethering. hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Mobile hotspot name and password.
  • Page 85 Configure Mobile HotSpot Settings Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connection settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Tethering and mobile hotspot > Mobile hotspot. 3. Tap On/Off to turn the feature on. More options > Configure: 4.

  • Page 86: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi‑Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. To turn Airplane mode on or off: Apps >...

  • Page 87: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Data usage for options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.

  • Page 88: Location Settings

    Location Settings Some apps, such as Google Recent Location Requests maps, may require one or more Apps that have requested your location are listed location services be turned on under Recent location requests. for full functionality. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 89 Location Sources You can save your favorite locations for use with services that require location information. This information can improve your search results and other location-related activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Location. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Location services on. 4.

  • Page 90: More Networks

    More Networks • More networks settings allow Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. you to configure a variety of • Network operators: Search, select and setup communication settings for your available networks. device. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Nearby Device Scanning Set up and configure Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) on your device.
  • Page 91 Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues in and around the home or wherever cellular coverage is limited. Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your mobile carrier. Please contact your mobile service provider for details on cost and functionality. To configure Wi-Fi Calling: 1.

  • Page 92: Nfc Settings

    NFC Settings NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to touch your device with another another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. compatible device. This is used You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, for applications such as Android music files from your Music app, and more.

  • Page 93: Nearby Devices

    Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices using Wi‑Fi, Wi‑Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.

  • Page 94: Printing

    Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.

  • Page 95: Screen Mirroring

    Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Screen Mirroring. • Available devices are listed. 2. Tap Scan to find more devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...

  • Page 96: Mirrorlink

    MirrorLink Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink. To activate MirrorLink: 1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable. 2.

  • Page 97: Sounds And Notifications

    Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Sound Mode vibrations used to indicate You can switch between sound modes, while notifications, screen touches, preserving the individual sound settings you have made. and other activities. Tip: Sound modes are also available from the Device options menu.

  • Page 98: Vibrate When Ringing

    3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under 3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview, and then tap Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate OK to set it as your default ringtone. whether to enable the sound or vibration.

  • Page 99: Do Not Disturb

    Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen You can set your device to silence all calls and To define how notifications should be displayed on alerts except for times you schedule. your device’s lock screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 100: Display Settings

    Display Settings Adjust display options and Screen Rotation features, including the font Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on options, screen brightness, and the orientation of your face. more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.

  • Page 101: Screen Mode

    Screen Mode Daydream Choose a screen mode to match your type of The Daydream ™ setting controls what the screen viewing. You can choose to have the device displays when the device is docked (dock not automatically adapt the display depending on the included), or while charging.

  • Page 102: Touch Key Light Duration

    Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time Recent and  Back remain lit after you touch them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Display > Touch key light duration to choose a timeout period. Increase Touch Sensitivity Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves.

  • Page 103: Wallpaper Settings

    Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.

  • Page 104: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking 5. Choose a screen lock option: your screen. Different Screen Swipe Only • Locks have different levels of Phone shortcut: Display a phone shortcut on your Lock screen. security and options. • Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen.

  • Page 105: Multi Window Settings

    Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. For more information, see Use Multi Window. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap On/Off to enable. The following option is available: • Open in Multi window view: Automatically view content in a multi window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from email.

  • Page 106: Notification Panel Settings

    Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting Recommended Apps buttons display on the When you perform certain actions, such as plugging Notification panel. in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcuts to your favorite related apps, such as Music Player or Google Play Music. You can also customize which apps display on the To customize which shortcuts display on the...

  • Page 107: Toolbox

    Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that is displayed on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. To activate the Toolbox: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 2. Tap Toolbox. 3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. 4.

  • Page 108: One-Handed Operation

    One-Handed Operation Adjust the screen size and layout for easy control of your device with one hand. To enable One-Handed Operation features: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 2. Tap One-handed operation. 3. Tap On/Off to turn it on or off. •...

  • Page 109: Easy Mode

    Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings >...

  • Page 110: Accessibility

    Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung selection instead of double tapping. TalkBack subtitles with multimedia files when available must be enabled in order to configure this Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. option. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles •...
  • Page 111 • Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono for use with one earphone. • Baby crying detector: Vibrate the device to alert you when baby crying is detected. Dexterity and interaction • Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. •...

  • Page 112: Private Mode

    Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.

  • Page 113: Finger Scanner

    Add and follow the instructions to You can also use your fingerprint register a fingerprint and password. to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung Rename a Fingerprint: account. ► Touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap  Edit.

  • Page 114: Additional Settings

    Screen. • Web sign-in: Access your online accounts using your fingerprint. • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account. • Pay with PayPal: Link your PayPal account to your device to make faster and more secure PayPal payments using any of your registered fingerprints.

  • Page 115: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap an option, and tap On/Off to enable each of the following: •...

  • Page 116: Air View

    Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap On/Off to turn the feature on. Settings Air View...

  • Page 117: Accounts

    Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.

  • Page 118: Cloud

     Settings. account, tap Link Dropbox account. 2. Tap Cloud. – or – 3. If you have not signed in to your Samsung Tap your Dropbox account to manage your sync account, tap Add Samsung account. settings and backup options. – or –...

  • Page 119: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, Backup and Restore...

  • Page 120: Language And Input Settings

    Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. Language 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: Set your default language. • English(US): Set the keyboard type to Qwerty 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 121: Google Voice Typing

    Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech options for options: • Choose either the Samsung or Google text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.

  • Page 122: Date And Time Settings

    Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 123: Safety Assistance

    Safety Assistance Receive real‑time information Geo News about emergencies and severe Receive information about weather, environmental weather conditions. situations, and geological information for your location during emergencies. You can also enable Emergency Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.
  • Page 124 Manage Primary Contacts Select contacts or create new ones to be your emergency contacts. These contacts automatically receive your help message. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Safety assistance > Manage primary contacts. 3. Tap Create primary contact and choose one of the following options: •...

  • Page 125: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Accessories > Audio output. 3. Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices (not included). Some devices may not support the surround sound setting.

  • Page 126: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Battery usage View battery usage since the battery was last fully charged. Past and predicted usage: View a chart of past usage and estimated time remaining.

  • Page 127: Power Saving

    Power Saving Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by using a gray scale theme on the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps.

  • Page 128: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and To increase available memory: usage, or mount, unmount, or 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. format an optional memory card 2. Tap Storage. (not included). 3. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps.
  • Page 129 Note: To improve performance and reliability with high-definition video recording and playback, it is recommended you use a memory card (SD card) that is both rated as at least a Class 10 and provides a high read speed. Mount a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use.

  • Page 130: Security

     Settings. • Send security reports: Send security reports 2. Tap Security for options: to Samsung using Wi-Fi for threat analysis. • Protect encrypted data: Encrypt all data on your device. • Encrypt external SD card: Encrypt data on a memory card (not included).

  • Page 131: Credential Storage

    Credential Storage Advanced Security Protect your device with these advanced security Manage your security certificates. If a certificate options. authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 132: Help

    Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about: • New features • Getting started • Applications • Settings Settings Help...

  • Page 133: About Your Device

    • Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device, including Samsung Legal information. • Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information.

  • Page 134: Application Manager

    Application Manager You can download and install Manage Apps new applications on your device. You can view and update information about an Use Application manager application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. settings to manage your Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap downloaded and preloaded  Settings.

  • Page 135: Default Applications

    Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first‑time smartphone users. 1.

  • Page 136: Applications Settings Shortcuts

    Applications Settings Shortcuts Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. To quickly access the settings for Calendar, Call, Contacts, Email, Gallery, Internet, Messages, or S Voice: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: •...

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