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  • Page 1 Samsung Galaxy J7 INITIAL SETUP GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    HOW-TO VIDEOS and ways to CONTACT US. We’re always happy to help you! We hope you enjoy your new Samsung Galaxy J7. Need More Information? Visit our website at ConsumerCellular.com/Help Call us at (800) 686-4460 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2–3...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Front Wi-Fi Signal Camera Cellular Signal Clock Battery Level Volume Power Button: Up/Down • Press to turn display on/off • Press and hold to turn phone on/off Google Search Bar Play Store Camera (Get apps here) Email Google Apps Messaging Apps (Tap or swipe up)

  • Page 4: Initial Setup

    INITIAL SETUP INITIAL SETUP To begin, press the smartphone’s Power Button, located along the top, right outer edge of the phone. NOTE: This is also the button that you will use to turn your phone off . Press and hold the power button for several seconds until a menu appears, and select Power Off .
  • Page 5 INITIAL SETUP Choose the language that you prefer. Then press Start. You will then be asked to select a Wi-Fi network. Select your Wi-Fi network, then enter your password. You can fi nd more details about how to set up Wi-Fi on page 20. We strongly suggest connecting to Wi-Fi to avoid excess data usage from your Connect Plan.

  • Page 6: Google Account Setup

    Google account during the initial setup process. Next you will be asked to review Samsung's terms and conditions. To continue, press Next. GOOGLE ACCOUNT You will be asked to add your Google account if you have one.
  • Page 7 GOOGLE ACCOUNT SETUP CREATING A GOOGLE ACCOUNT Enter your fi rst name by selecting the fi rst line. A keyboard will appear. Type your fi rst name, and then select the second line. Use the keyboard to enter your last name. Then press Next.
  • Page 8 GOOGLE ACCOUNT SETUP Google will now ask you to choose a user name. Select your user name, then press Next. Next you will set a password. Select the password line. Type your password, then re-type the password on the second line. Then press Next.
  • Page 9 GOOGLE ACCOUNT SETUP You can choose to enter your phone number to recover your account in case you forget your password. Press Next if you would like to add the number shown on the screen, or press Skip if you choose not to.
  • Page 10 FINGERPRINT SECURITY SETUP Google will now save your account. This may take a moment. To fi nish the account setup, Next. press You will next see a list of additional Google services which are included on your phone. To disable any of them, slide the button to the left, then press Next.

  • Page 11: Screen Lock Security Setup

    FINGERPRINT SECURITY SETUP SCREEN LOCK SECURITY Next you will be able to set up security to protect your phone from others using it without your permission. We recommend selecting a Pattern to secure your phone. Select Pattern, then press Next. If you would like to skip this step for now and continue with the setup process, press...
  • Page 12 FINGERPRINT SECURITY SETUP Use your fi nger to trace the pattern you wish to use to access your phone. Then, press Continue. You will be shown the pattern you entered for confi rmation. You can either Retry, if you wish to enter a diff erent pattern, or press Continue.
  • Page 13 Done. You will be asked to create a Samsung account to access additional apps on your phone. We recommend skipping this step for now. You can create a Samsung account at any time after the initial setup process is complete.

  • Page 14: Easy Mode

    EASY MODE Review additional setup options shown, then press Finish. EASY MODE SETUP Return to your Home Screen. Then, press Apps.
  • Page 15 EASY MODE Press Settings. The following pages will show the steps to set up Easy mode. Next, press Advanced Features. Scroll down through the list shown until you reach Easy mode.
  • Page 16 EASY MODE Click on the Easy mode button to activate it. With Easy mode, all of your apps and features are organized in a customizable, easy-to-use format. WI-FI & DATA SETUP Return to your Home Screen. Then, press Apps.

  • Page 17: Data Tips & Wi-Fi

    DATA TIPS & WI-FI NOTE BEFORE USING DATA: Your Samsung Galaxy J7 allows you to browse the Internet, access email and check social networking sites. It is important to remember, however, that these activities require data and impact your data usage for each billing cycle. It is recommended that you connect to a Wi-Fi network if you plan to stream video, audio or download large fi les.
  • Page 18 DATA TIPS & WI-FI Next, press Connections. Press Data usage.
  • Page 19 DATA TIPS & WI-FI Press Mobile data. If you wish to turn mobile data off , click to uncheck next to Mobile data. Then, press Data will now be disabled. To use data from your plan, turn data back on by clicking next to Mobile data.
  • Page 20 DATA TIPS & WI-FI SETTING UP WI-FI Return to the Settings menu, and press Connections. Then, press Wi-Fi.
  • Page 21 DATA TIPS & WI-FI To turn on Wi-Fi, slide the Off button to the right. After a few moments you will see a list of available wireless networks. Secured networks will have a lock icon to the left of the network name Select your Wi-Fi...
  • Page 22 DATA TIPS & WI-FI You will need to type in a password if your Wi-Fi network is secured. Select the Password line and a keyboard will appear. Enter your password, then press Connect. Once you are connected, a Wi-Fi icon will appear in the notifi cation bar at the top of your screen.

  • Page 23: Email Setup

    EMAIL SETUP EMAIL SETUP GMAIL To access email from an existing Gmail account, you will need to set up the Gmail app. Press the Gmail folder icon on the home screen. To continue with the setup process, press the arrow on the right.
  • Page 24 EMAIL SETUP If you signed in to or created a Google account at the beginning of this guide, your Gmail address will automatically appear within the Gmail app. Select the account you would like to access, and press Take Me to Gmail. You will then be taken to your email inbox.
  • Page 25 EMAIL SETUP Scroll down to the bottom of the menu, and press Settings. Here you can change the settings on your account. You can choose how your inbox is sorted, how you would like to be notifi ed, and more. Once you have chosen your settings, press the back arrow...
  • Page 26 EMAIL SETUP EMAIL SETUP WITHOUT A GOOGLE ACCOUNT If you do not have a Gmail account, you can still access, send and receive emails from your smartphone. On the home screen, press Email. You will be taken to the Set up account screen.
  • Page 27 EMAIL SETUP Enter the email address and password for the email account you would like to add, and press Sign In. You will now be taken to your email sign-in. Enter your account information and press Next.
  • Page 28 EMAIL SETUP You will now be taken to your email inbox. Press the “tool” icon shown to access your email settings.
  • Page 29 EMAIL SETUP You have the option to setup or change your Email Settings. You can choose how you want to receive notifi cations, manage spam, and more. Once you have chosen your settings, press the back arrow in the top, left corner to return to the menu, or press the Home Button...

  • Page 30: My Consumer Cellular App

    MY CONSUMER CELLULAR APP Press Get Started to continue. A keyboard will appear. Type in “My Consumer Cellular” and My Consumer Cellular select in the dropdown list that appears.
  • Page 31 MY CONSUMER CELLULAR APP You will then be taken to the My Consumer Cellular app page. To download the app, press Install. A menu will appear giving you the option of entering payment information for the future purchase of paid apps (not shown). You may skip this step at this time, and enter the information later.
  • Page 32 MY CONSUMER CELLULAR APP The fi rst screen that appears is your Usage Summary screen. Here you can track your minutes, texts and data usage as well as pay your bill. It’s a good idea to check your usage throughout the month, especially if you plan to use data often.

  • Page 33: Facebook Setup

    FACEBOOK SETUP FACEBOOK SETUP Facebook is pre-installed on your phone. To acess it, press the Facebook icon on your .Apps screen. You will then be taken to the Faceook log in screen. To log in, you will need your Facebook credentials.

  • Page 34: Quick Tips

    QUICK TIPS QUICK TIPS Now that your smartphone is set up and ready to go, you can follow these quick tips for some commonly used features. MAKING A CALL With your smartphone, you always need to dial the area code along with the seven digit number you’re calling.

  • Page 35: How-To Videos & Contact Us

    HOW-TO VIDEOS & CONTACT US HOW-TO VIDEOS Get to know your Samsung Galaxy J7 with our How-To Videos, located on our website at: ConsumerCellular.com/SamsungGalaxyJ7 Here, you will find simple, easy-to-follow videos that cover topics such as adding to your smartphone's contact list, using Wi-Fi, turning data on or off, downloading apps from the Play Store and much more.
  • Page 36 ConsumerCellular.com © 2017 Consumer Cellular, Inc. Consumer Cellular and the Consumer Cellular logo are trademarks of Consumer Cellular, Inc. Other company names, product names, and marks mentioned herein are property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

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