Samsung Galaxy J7 Getting Started Manual

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My Carrier ............................................................3
Service ..................................................................4
Device Functions ................................................5
Front View ........................................................................5
Back View ........................................................................6
Device Setup .......................................................7
Turn the Phone On and Off ...................................... 10
Configure Your Device ............................................... 11
Lock and Unlock the Screen ................................... 11
Call Features .....................................................12
Make a Call ................................................................... 12
End a Call ..................................................................... 12
Answer a Call ............................................................... 12
Reject a Call ................................................................. 13
Wi-Fi Calling ................................................................. 13
T-Mobile Name ID ....................................................... 14
Voicemail ............................................................15
Set Up Voicemail ......................................................... 15
Access Voicemail ........................................................ 15
Contacts .............................................................16
Create a New Contact ................................................ 16
Delete a Contact.......................................................... 16
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents My Carrier ............3 Service ..............4 Device Functions ..........5 Front View ................5 Back View ................6 Device Setup ............7 Turn the Phone On and Off ........10 Configure Your Device ..........11 Lock and Unlock the Screen ........11 Call Features .............12 Make a Call ..............
  • Page 2 Connect to Wi-Fi ............19 Smartphone Mobile HotSpot........20 USB Tethering .............. 21 Apps & More ............23 Install Apps ..............23 Samsung Smart Switch ..........23 Internet ................24 Camera ................25 Lock Screen ..............25 Legal ..............26 APPROVED FIRMWARE VERSIONS ...... 26 INFORMATION ABOUT SAFEGUARDING HANDSETS ..............
  • Page 3: My Carrier

    My Carrier This guide provides you with the information you need to get started. For more information and additional support, please visit t-mobile.com/support/ where you can: ● Register at my.t-mobile.com/ to check your minutes, pay your bill, upgrade your phone, and change your rate plan.
  • Page 4: Service

    Service If you are a new T-Mobile customer and your ® service is not yet activated, call Customer Care at 1-800-937-8997 and a T-Mobile Activations representative will assist you. You will need the following information when activating service: ● Your Service Agreement and the agent code on your Agreement ●...
  • Page 5: Device Functions

    Device Functions Front View Front- Facing Camera Volume Power/Lock Recent Back Apps Home TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 5 4/20/2016 4:19:58 PM...
  • Page 6: Back View

    Back View Camera Lens Flash Speaker USB/Charger Port TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 6 4/20/2016 4:19:59 PM...
  • Page 7: Device Setup

    Device Setup Step 1. Remove the Back Cover ● Locate the cover release latch and remove the cover. mera TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 7 4/20/2016 4:19:59 PM...
  • Page 8 Step 2. Install the SIM Card ● Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot until it is secured. Step 3. Install an optional microSD or microSDHC card (not included) ● Slide the memory card into the card slot until it is secured.
  • Page 9 Step 4. Insert the Battery ● Insert the battery, making sure to align the gold contacts and press down. Step 5. Replace the Back Cover ● Position the back cover over the battery compartment and securely press down. TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 9 4/20/2016 4:20:04 PM...
  • Page 10: Turn The Phone On And Off

    ● Before turning on your device, charge it fully. Be sure to use the charger that came with the device. Warning! Please use only Samsung-approved charging devices. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your device and void the warranty.
  • Page 11: Configure Your Device

    Configure Your Device When you first turn on your phone, you need to set up a few things. 1. Select a language and tap START or tap ACCESSIBILITY if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing. 2. Follow the prompts to complete the setup process.
  • Page 12: Call Features

    Call Features Make a Call Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. ► From the Home screen, tap Phone. Tap for additional options Access Call history contacts list Access frequent contacts Tap for Tap to hide voicemail keypad Video conference...
  • Page 13: Reject A Call

    Reject a Call ► From the incoming call screen, touch and Reject to route the call to your slide voicemail system. Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi Calling improves your coverage and allows ™ you to make phone calls and send messages over a Wi-Fi network (when a Wi-Fi network is available).
  • Page 14: T-Mobile Name Id

    To disable Wi-Fi Calling: 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps Settings More connection settings Wi-Fi Calling. 2. Tap On/Off to turn off the feature. To change connection preferences: 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps Settings More connection settings Wi-Fi Calling.
  • Page 15: Voicemail

    Voicemail Set Up Voicemail 1. From the Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Touch and hold 3. Follow the prompts to set up your mailbox. Access Voicemail 1. From the Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Touch and hold TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 15 4/20/2016 4:20:12 PM...
  • Page 16: Contacts

    Contacts Create a New Contact 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps Contacts. 2. Tap Add New Contacts 3. Tap a destination type. 4. Enter the desired information. 5. Tap SAVE to store the new entry. Add a Number to an Existing Contact 1.
  • Page 17: Messages

    Messages Create and Send a Message Create and send a message using the Messages app. 1. From the Home screen, tap Messages. 2. Tap to compose a message. 3. Enter either the recipient’s phone number or email address. 4. Tap the Enter message field and use the keypad to enter a message.
  • Page 18: Gmail

    Gmail Use Gmail to send and receive email. ™ Before you can access Gmail, you must first sign in or create a new Google account. ► From the Home screen, tap Google folder Gmail. ● Tap Add an email address to create a new account or to log into an existing Gmail account.
  • Page 19: Connections

    Connections Connect to Bluetooth 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Bluetooth. 2. Tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth ™ 3. Tap a device from the list to initiate pairing. 4. Enter the passkey/PIN code, if required, and tap OK. 5.
  • Page 20: Smartphone Mobile Hotspot

    Smartphone Mobile HotSpot Turn your device into a Wi-Fi hotspot. The feature works best when used in conjunction with 4G/LTE ™ data services. Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service in order to use the Mobile HotSpot. To activate the Smartphone Mobile HotSpot service for the first time: 1.
  • Page 21: Usb Tethering

    Share your Smartphone mobile data connection via a direct USB connection between your device and a single computer. ● If additional software or USB drivers are required, go to: samsung.com/us/support/downloads. To connect using USB Tethering: 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Mobile HotSpot and Tethering.
  • Page 22 To disconnect USB tethering: 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Mobile HotSpot and Tethering. 2. Tap On/Off to turn off USB tethering. 3. Remove the USB cable from the device. TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 22 4/20/2016 4:20:24 PM...
  • Page 23: Apps & More

    Google Play store. ● Galaxy Apps: Download new apps from Samsung apps. Samsung Smart Switch Easily transfer your photos, videos, music, apps and more with Samsung Smart Switch™. Get started today at: www.samsungsmartswitch.com. TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 23 4/20/2016 4:20:24 PM...
  • Page 24: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully-featured web browser. You can view the latest news, check the weather, and follow stocks. ► From the Home screen, tap Internet. To enter a URL: ► From the Home screen, tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go on the keyboard.
  • Page 25: Camera

    Camera Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Take a Photo ► From the Home screen, tap Apps Camera. ● Tap Camera to take a photo. ● Tap MODE to select a camera shooting mode. Take a Video ►...
  • Page 26: Legal

    Legal APPROVED FIRMWARE VERSIONS This device will only operate with firmware versions that have been approved for use by T-Mobile and the device manufacturer. If unauthorized firmware is placed on the device it will not function. INFORMATION ABOUT SAFEGUARDING HANDSETS T-Mobile encourages customers to take appropriate measures to secure their handsets and invites them to take advantage of the features...
  • Page 27: Emergency Dialing

    EMERGENCY DIALING Although all phones are equipped with 9-1-1 emergency calling, this phone may or may not permit its location to be approximated during a 9-1-1 call.* * Availability of this feature depends on upgrades to the (a) wireless network and (b) 9-1-1 calling system that are required to be installed by the local 9-1-1 response agency or public safety answering point (PSAP);...
  • Page 28: Additional Information

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Use of some content or features may incur separate, additional charges and/or require qualifying service, or access to a Wi-Fi connection. Smartphone Mobile HotSpot: Qualifying service required. Plan data allotment applies. Roaming and on-network data allotments differ; see your selected service for details.
  • Page 29 Downloads/Applications: T-Mobile is not responsible for any third party content or Web site you may be able to access using your device. Additional charges may apply; not all downloads available on all devices. You obtain no rights in downloads; duration of use may be limited and downloads may be stored solely for use with your device.
  • Page 30 Hearing Aid Compatibility: This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids.
  • Page 31 Wi-Fi Calling: Wi-Fi connection required; may decrement plan minutes. Most devices will not transition between Wi-Fi and the cellular network. See your selected service for details. Devices, accessories, and screen images are simulated. See brochures and Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at T-Mobile.com, for rate plan information, charges for features and services, and restrictions and details, including important limitations on availability and...
  • Page 32 Notes TMO J7 POSTPAID IBG.indd 32 4/20/2016 4:20:30 PM...

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