Page 1: User Guide
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Tip: Looking for something? If you don’t see it in the headings listed here, try the Index on page 199. Introduction ....... . 1 Your Phone’s Menu .
Page 4 Sound Settings ......61 Display Settings ......63 Language Settings .
Page 5 Updating Your Samsung Software ..106 2G. Voice Services ..... 107 Voice Dialer .
Page 6 3C. Entertainment: Music, Video, & Games 169 Getting Started with Music ....169 Music ........169 YouTube .
Page 7 Introduction This introduces you to Boost service and all User Guide the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Getting Started Section 2: Your Phone Section 3: Boost Service Features Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information WARNING: Please refer to the Important Safety Information...
Page 8: Manage Apps
3: Folders 1: New folder 2: All contacts 3: Bluetooth received 4. Contacts with phone numbers 5: Google Contacts 6: Recent documents 7: Starred contacts 4: Wallpapers 1: Gallery 2: Live wallpapers 3: Wallpapers > Manage apps > Wallpaper 1: Gallery 2: Live wallpapers 3: Wallpapers >...
Page 9: Sound Settings
Call settings 1: North American dialing (On/Off) 2: International dialing 3: DDTM (On/Off) 4: TTY 1: TTY Off 2: TTY Full 3: TTY HCO 4: TTY VCO 5: DTMF Tones 1: Normal 2: Long Sound settings 1: Silent mode (On/Off) 2: Vibrate 1: Always 2: Never...
Page 10 3: Set up screen lock 1: None 2: Pattern 3: PIN 4: Password 4: Visible passwords (On/Off) 5: Select device administrators 6: Use secure credentials (On/Off) 7: Install from SD card 8: Set password 9: Clear storage Applications 1: Unknown sources (On/Off) 2: Manage applications 3: Running services 4: Storage use...
Page 11 3: Swype 1: Language 2: Word prediction 3: Audio feedback 4: Vibrate on keypress 5: Enable tip indicator 6: Auto-spacing 7: Auto-capitalization 8: Show complete trace 9: Word choice window 10: Speed vs. accuracy 11: Swype help 12: Tutorial 13: Version 5: Android keyboard (On/Off) 1: Vibrate on keypress (On/Off) 2: Sound on keypress (On/Off)
Page 12: About Phone
About phone 1: System Updates 1: Update Firmware 2: Update Profile 3: Update PRL 4: Update Samsung Software 2: Status 1: Battery status 2: Battery level 3: My phone number 4: MSID 5: PRL Version 6: MEID 7: Network 8: Signal strength...
Page 13 WARNING: If your Samsung Galaxy Prevail™ phone has a touchscreen display, please note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger. Using excessive force when pressing on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Page 14: Introduction
Section 1 Getting Started...
Page 15: 1A. Setting Up Service
1A. Setting Up Service Setting Up Your Device (page 2) Activating Your Device (page 4) Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 5) Boost Account Passwords (page 6) Getting Help (page 6) Setting Up Your Device Install the battery. Remove the battery from its packaging. Grasp the device firmly and locate the cover release latch.
Page 16 Position the battery cover over the battery compartment and press down until you hear a click. 1A. Setting Up Service Press and hold to turn the device on. If your device is activated, it will turn on, search for Boost service and enter standby mode.
Page 17: Activating Your Device
Unlocking Your Device Screen To unlock your phone from this screen, touch and drag the lock icon across the screen. Note: The screens can be different and are based on the installed screen image that users select. Activating Your Device To activate your new phone, please refer to the “Activation Kit”...
Page 18: Setting Up Your Voicemail
Mobile ID An exclusive service from Boost Mobile, Mobile ID is loaded with a variety of “ID packs” for Android- powered phones. Each pack is a customized experience of the best applications, widgets, shortcuts, wallpapers and ringers. You can install as many as six ID packs including MyID at any one time, and you can easily switch from one ID Pack to another without losing any applications already installed.
Page 19: Boost Account Passwords
Follow the system prompts to: Create your password. Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. Note: Voicemail Password Boost strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your device is able to access your voicemail messages.
Page 20 Boost 411 Boost 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business and government listings, movie listings or showtimes, driving directions, restaurant reservations and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge.
Page 21: Section 2: Your Phone
Section 2 Your Phone...
Page 22: 2A. Device Basics
2A. Device Basics Your Device (page 9) Viewing the Display Screen (page 12) Turning Your Device On and Off (page 15) Battery and Charger (page 16) Device Function Keys (page 20) Navigation and Customization (page 24) Displaying Your Phone Number (page 37) Entering Text Using the Android Keyboard (page 38) Entering Text Using Swype (page 40) Creating a Google Account (page 45)
Page 23: Key Functions
Key Functions Status Bar Icons provide information about your device’s status and options, such as signal strength, wireless technology, ringer setting, messaging, and battery charge. displays all the information needed Display Screen to operate your device, such as the call status, the Contacts list, and the date and time.
Page 24 Phone Camera and External Views 1. Camera lens Camera Lens , as part of the built-in 2.0 megapixel camera, this lens lets you take pictures and videos. 2A. Device Basics External Speaker and sounds. You can mute the ringer when receiving incoming calls by pressing the volume button.
Page 25: Viewing The Display Screen
allows you to adjust the ringer Volume Button volume in standby mode, the voice volume during a call, and media playback volume. lets you use a microSD card to microSD Card Slot expand the memory of your phone. (A 2GB microSD card comes pre-installed in your Galaxy Prevail ™...
Page 26 Status Bar – Service Icons Data Service Communicating data service is active and communicating. When active, the icon is animated. Data Service Dormant – Boost 1xRTT data service is currently dormant. – Boost 3G data service is 3G Available available. 3G Communicating –...
Page 27 Status Bar – Status Icons GPS Communicating – Device location feature is on and communicating. Center circle blinks on and off when communicating. Wi-Fi Connected – Wi-Fi is connected, active and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP). Wi-Fi Connection Issue –...
Page 28: Turning Your Device On And Off
Status Bar – Status Icons – The device is downloading Files Downloading selected files. – A recent software Download Successful download was successfully downloaded. – Shows you have a Calendar Reminder reminder of an upcoming Calendar event. Status Bar – Messaging Icons –...
Page 29: Battery And Charger
Your screen remains blank while your device is off (unless the battery is charging). Battery and Charger WARNING: Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers with your device. The failure to use a Samsung-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your device will overheat, catch fire or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death or property damage.
Page 30 Charging the Battery Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your battery level becomes too low, your device automatically turns off and you will lose any information you were just working on. 2A. Device Basics Note: Although the battery comes partially charged, it is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
Page 31 WARNING: USB Cable With the Samsung-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely run down. While the device is charging, if the touch screen does not function due to an unstable power...
Page 32: Extending Your Battery Life
Correct Incorrect Extending Your Battery Life Active applications, light levels, Bluetooth usage and GPS functionality all act to drain your battery. The following is a list of helpful tips that can help conserve your battery power: 2A. Device Basics Reduce your backlight on time. (See “Changing the Backlight Time Length”...
Page 33: Device Function Keys
Device Function Keys The Galaxy Prevail comes equipped with four main ™ function keys that can be used on any screen. Menu Key key ( ) activates an available menu Menu function for the current screen or application. When on the Home Screen, the following menu options are available: ) adds one of the following functions to...
Page 34: Home Key
Home Key key ( ) takes you back to your Home Home Screen. Back Key key ( ) returns you to the previously Back active screen. If the onscreen keyboard is currently open, this key closes the keyboard. Search Key key ( ) displays the Google Search Search...
Page 35 searches for your term only within the Apps Android Market. Contacts searches for your term only within your current Contacts entries. Search preferences and settings can be configured to display suggestions in a different manner. Note: To hide the onscreen keyboard and see more of your search matches, press Tap a match from the list of suggestions, phone search results, or previously chosen search...
Page 36 From the open dialog, say what you want to search for. Once complete, the Voice Actions application analyzes your spoken words and displays a list of matching keyword terms. Note: It is recommended that you use this feature in a quiet room.
Page 37: Navigation And Customization
Navigation and Customization The Galaxy Prevail is a touch-sensitive device which ™ allows you to not only select an onscreen option with a single tap, but also scroll through long menu lists. Simply slide up and down through the display with your fingertip.
Page 38 displays icons associated with Notification area end-user notifications such as: email messages, calls (missed, call in progress), new voicemail, upcoming events, a USB connection, and text/MMS messages. (See “Using the Notifications Panel” on page 37.) These notifications appear at the top-left of the screen (within the Status bar) and display important user information.
Page 39 are self-contained onscreen applications Widgets (not shortcuts). These can be placed onto any of the available screens (Home or Extended). (See “Adding and Removing Widgets” on page 33.) are icons that launch available device Shortcuts applications such as Voicemail, Contacts, Phone, Email, Alarm Clock, etc.
Page 40: Using The Applications Tab
) launches the email application that Email manages both Internet-based and accounts. Using the Applications Tab All of your device’s applications are located within the Applications tab. This tab houses shortcuts to your currently available applications. Note: This tab houses all default and downloaded applications (installed from Android Market or from the Web).
Page 41 Applications The following is a listing of some sample applications available using the Applications tab. Application Icons Books – Allows you to purchase and download ebooks from the Google ebooks Website. Boost Zone - This application will help you stay connected to the latest and greatest info from Boost Zone, including account information, Boost news and promotions, featured apps, and...
Page 42 Application Icons Hookt – Provides a mobile community across multiple platforms. Services include Email, IM, Picture profiles, and public and private messaging. Latitude – Lets you see your friends' locations and share yours with them. The application also lets you See your friends' locations on a map or in a list.
Page 43 Application Icons SCVNGR – A game that lets you go places and do challenges. You can also unlock badges and rewards, and share your location and what page 171). you’re up to with friends ( Settings – Access the device’s built-in Settings menu (page 55).
Page 44: Customizing Your Home Screen
Customizing Your Home Screen You can customize your Home Screen by doing the following: Creating Shortcuts Adding and Removing Widgets Repositioning Widgets Creating Folders Changing the Background (Wallpaper) Creating Shortcuts Shortcuts are different than the current Home Screen Widgets that only launch an application. Shortcuts activate a feature, action, or launch an application.
Page 45 Note: The same shortcut can be added to any of the available screens (Home or Extended). The application you add to the screen will still appear within the Applications tab. While still holding the onscreen icon, position it on the current screen. Once complete, release the screen to lock the shortcut into its new position.
Page 46 Adding and Removing Widgets Widgets are self-contained applications that reside in either your Applications tab or on the Home or Extended screens. Unlike a shortcut, this widget appears as an onscreen application. Note: To move a widget from one screen to another, it must first be deleted from its current screen.
Page 47: Accessing Recently-Used Applications
Creating and Managing Folders Folders are located on any of the eight available screens and contain both files (such as data and images) and Contact or entries. To create a folder onscreen: Press to activate the Home Screen. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen. From the Add to Home screen Tap an available folder type to place it on your...
Page 48: Menu Navigation
Although most screens will change orientation once the QWERTY keyboard is opened, this feature can be manually enabled to change the orientation for all applicable screens when rotation is detected. 2A. Device Basics Note: An example of a screen that does not automatically re-orient is the Home Screen.
Page 49: Using Context Menus
Tap an onscreen icon to launch a menu or feature. Scroll your finger across the screen to navigate through a menu list (bottom up or top down). Tap a menu item to make a selection or activate a field. Using Context Menus Context menus (also called popup menus) contain tools that apply to a specific item on the screen.
Page 50: Displaying Your Phone Number
Note: Not all items have context menus. If you touch and hold an item that has no context menu, nothing happens. Using the Notifications Panel The Notification area indicates new message events (data sync status, new messages, calendar events, call status, etc).
Page 51: Entering Text Using The Android Keyboard
Entering Text Using the Android Keyboard Selecting a Text Mode using the Android Keyboard Note: Some characters and types, such as some symbols and emoticons are not accessible from the onscreen keyboard. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the input field to reveal the onscreen keyboard.
Page 52: Abc Mode
Recipient Send Entry field Suggested words Delete Caps/ALT Text mode Voice Input : There are two available modes: Text mode ?123 mode contains only letters. Text mode button indicates ?123 2A. Device Basics mode contains only numbers and symbols. ?123 Text mode button indicates Voice Input mode built-in microphone and voice recognition software.
Page 53: Entering Text Using Swype
Note: A green circle on the shift key above indicates the keyboard is set to “Shift-Lock” where all characters are entered in uppercase. Tap the corresponding onscreen keys to begin typing your word. If you make a mistake, tap character. Touch and hold By default, the first letter of an entry is capitalized and the following letters are lower case.
Page 54 Enabling and Configuring Swype The onscreen Android keyboard is the default touchscreen input method on the Galaxy Prevail method of text input is similar to a normal keyboard. You must enable Swype as the Text Input method before you can use it. To enable Swype: From a screen where you can enter text, tap the input field until the Edit text screen displays.
Page 55 : determines whether to Show complete trace show the entire path formed by the letters you are sliding over to form a given word. : sets how often the word Word choice window choice selection window appears onscreen. Move the slider between Never touch : sets how quickly Swype...
Page 56 Tip: When entering text, tap (Symbol) to enter symbols from the onscreen keyboard. Important: Even if Swype is enabled from within the Language & keyboard menu, you must enable Swype from the Select Input Method context menu. Swype Keyboard Overview a screen area where text, numbers, or Entry field other chacters are entered.
Page 57: Entering Numbers And Symbols
: There are two available modes: Text Input mode 123 ABC mode contains only letters. In this mode, the text mode button displays mode contains only numbers and symbols. In this mode, the text mode button displays Tapping this button displays the Swype tips Swype tips and tutorial screen.
Page 58: Creating A Google Account
To enter numbers and symbols: to enter the SYM (symbol) mode. Touch the key for the number or symbol you want to enter. to enter alternate symbols displayed at the top of the key. To enter text: This example shows a user entering the word “there”. Put your finger down on the “t”, and without lifting, glide it to the “h”, and then to the “e”, and then over to the “r”, and back to the “e”.
Page 59: Signing In To Your Google Account
Look for an email from Google, and respond to the new email to both confirm and activate your new account. Signing In to Your Google Account Launch an application that requires a Google account (such as Android Market or Gmail). Click Next >...
Page 60: Making And Answering Calls
2B. Making and Answering Calls Making Calls (page 47) Dialing Options (page 48) Answering Calls (page 48) Missed Call Notification (page 49) Calling Emergency Numbers (page 49) In-Call Options (page 50) End-of-Call Options (page 51) Additional Calling Options (page 51) Saving a Phone Number (page 51) Finding a Phone Number (page 52) Dialing From the Contacts List (page 52)
Page 61: Dialing Options
Dialing Options When you enter numbers within the dialpad, you will see three onscreen options. ) to place a call to your voicemail. Voicemail Call ) to place a new call to the current number. ) to delete the digits from the current Delete number.
Page 62: Missed Call Notification
If the incoming call is from a number stored in your Contacts, the entry’s name is displayed. You may also see the caller’s phone number, if available. Ending a Call to end the call. Missed Call Notification When you do not answer an incoming call, the Status bar indicates To display a Missed Call entry from the Home Screen: Touch and hold the Status bar, and then slide your...
Page 63: In-Call Options
Emergency Callback mode: Once you have dialed an emergency number you can press a button to automatically redial the emergency number. Press the red cross button for Emergency Call Back mode. Enhanced 911 (E911) Information The Galaxy Prevail™ features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available.
Page 64: End-Of-Call Options
to mute the microphone during an active call. Mute Tap again to unmute the microphone. to route the device’s audio through the Speaker speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off). End-of-Call Options After you receive a call from or make a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, locate the number in your Call log list.
Page 65: Finding A Phone Number
To save a new number from the Home Screen: Press and then tap Enter the new number. Press and tap Add to contacts Create new contact If prompted, tap a destination for your new contact to synchronize. The new contact can be created under either your (Gmail) account, or Google...
Page 66: Using Favorites
Using Favorites Dialing From Favorites You can quickly dial contacts you call frequently by adding them to your Favorites list. Although not assigned to a speed dial number, this is a quick and easy way to dial your favorite Contacts. (See “Adding Entries to Your Favorites”...
Page 67: Plus (+) Code Dialing
Plus (+) Code Dialing When placing international calls, Plus Code Dialing automatically enters the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls made from the U.S.). (See “Activating Plus Code Dialing” on page 59.) Press and then tap Touch and hold until you see a “...
Page 68: 2C. Settings
2C. Settings Wireless and Networks (page 55) Call Settings (page 59) Sound Settings (page 61) Display Settings (page 63) Language Settings (page 65) Location Settings (page 65) Security Settings (page 66) Application Settings (page 71) Android Development (page 74) Synchronizing Accounts (page 74) Accessibility Settings (page 78) Voice Input and Output Settings (page 78) Device Updates and Information (page 78)
Page 69 Activating Wi-Fi Press > and tap Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi. Tap the field to activate the feature (green Wi-Fi checkmark indicates active). The device scans for available in-range wireless networks. – or – Press and tap > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings > Wi-Fi To turn Wi-Fi off: Press and tap...
Page 70: Bluetooth Settings
Adding a Wi-Fi Network Press and tap > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings Add Wi-Fi network Bluetooth Settings Using this menu you can activate Bluetooth, view or assign a device name, activate your phone so other Bluetooth devices can discover it, or scan for other, available Bluetooth devices so you can pair with them.
Page 71: Usb Connection Settings
Tap Scan for devices. The phone scans and lists any discovered devices. Important: Some Bluetooth devices are secure and require a PIN number to confirm and pair. Enter a PIN to pair with the device and touch USB Connection Settings This menu allows you to select the communcation method for the USB port on the phone.
Page 72: Call Settings
to activate this feature. A checkmark 3G data indicates activation. Call Settings Your Galaxy Prevail™ allows you to configure call settings such as Plus code dialing usage, other international dialing options, and TTY configuration. Activating Plus Code Dialing Plus Code dialing allows you to have the phone automatically dial the international access code for your location once you touch and hold (See “Plus (+) Code Dialing”...
Page 73: Dtmf Tones
Your device is compatible with select TTY devices. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY device to ensure that it is compatible with digital cell phones. Your device and TTY device will connect via a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the connector cable.
Page 74: Sound Settings
Sound Settings General Sound Settings Silent Mode Use the Silent mode setting when you want to stop the phone from making any noise. In this mode, the speaker is muted and the phone only vibrates to notify you of incoming calls, or other functions that normally have a defined tone or sound as an alert.
Page 75: Ringtone Types
Adjusting the Volume Settings Adjust the volume settings for both the device and Media playback to suit your needs and environment. Press > and tap settings and drag each of the volume type Volume sliders left (to decrease volume) or right (to increase volume).
Page 76: Display Settings
Tap a notification ringtone from the available list. The ringtone then briefly plays when selected. to assign a ringtone. Activating Feature Sounds You can select whether your Galaxy Prevail™ plays a sound when using the dialpad, when making an onscreen selection, and when an SD card notification occurs.
Page 77: Changing The Backlight Time Length
Clear the checkmark to disable Auto-rotate screen the automatic adjustment. Window Animation This feature provides the use of animation when onscreen windows are opened and closed. If deactivated, windows pop on and off and no transitions are applied. Press and tap >...
Page 78: Language Settings
Adjusting the Date and Time Your Galaxy Prevail™ obtains its time and date information by using the network-provided date, time, and time zone. These values can be manually altered. Press and tap > to disable the feature. Automatic Note: If enabled, you can not alter the date, time zone or time values.
Page 79: Security Settings
Note: Turning Location on allows the network to detect your position using GPS technology, making some Boost mobile applications and services easier to use. Turning Location off disables the GPS location function for all purposes except 911, but will not hide your general location based on the cell site serving your call.
Page 80 to set the method by which Set up screen lock you unlock your phone. Select one of the following options: to disable the screen unlock security None feature. to create a dynamic pattern by moving Pattern your finger in specific directions across the screen.
Page 81 Draw your pattern by touching your first onscreen point. Then, without removing your finger from the screen , connect at least four points, then tap Continue to record the pattern. Important: You must slide your finger on the screen to create the pattern and not touch individual dots.
Page 82: Device Administration
Your Device’s PIN or Password Feature Press and tap > Location & security. Set up screen lock > PIN Enter a PIN number or Password and tap Re-enter the PIN number or Password to confirm and tap Using Visible Passwords When enabled, this feature allows you to view the text entered into a password field as you type instead of an asterisk (*).
Page 83: Credential Storage
Press and tap > Location & security Select device administrators Select a device administrator and follow the prompts. Credential Storage This option allows certain applications to access secure certificates and other credentials. Certificates and credentials can be installed to the SD card and password protected.
Page 84: Application Settings
To view your microSD card storage information: Press > and tap Storage. Locate the section. SD card Review both the Total space fields: indicates the total size of the currently Total space inserted microSD card. This includes both available and used space information. To determine the amount of memory currently used on the card, take the total space and subtract the remaining available space.
Page 85: Erasing Device Content
. (A checkmark indicates Unknown sources activation.) Erasing Device Content Use the Manage applications menu to quickly erase selected content and uninstall third-party applications stored in your Galaxy Prevail™. To clear an application’s cache: Press and tap > Applications > Manage applications. Press and tap Sort by size...
Page 86: Using The Task Manager
Note: These stopped processes are restarted once the device is restarted (power cycled). Third-party Task Manager applications are also available from the Google Marketplace. Using the Task Manager Sometimes your Galaxy Prevail™ might seem to slow down over time, and the biggest reason for this are background applications.
Page 87: Android Development
Android Development Android development features are used for development purposes only. Press and tap > Application s > Development. is used for development USB Debugging purposes. When activated, this allows debugging tools on a computer to communicate witht his device through a USB connection. is used for development purposes.
Page 88: Synchronizing Your Google Account
Tap any of the following options: allows data synchronization to Background data occur as a background function. It does not affect durrent device usage. maintains synchronization with the Auto-sync remote server, providing data to selected applications. Press to store changes. Synchronizing Your Google Account By default, there are no accounts managed by the Galaxy Prevail™.
Page 89 Synchronizing Your Microsoft Exchange Account By default, there are no Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync Calendar events managed by the Galaxy Prevail™. These must be manually added. (See “Synchronizing Calendar Events Through Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync” on page 95.) Note: Once a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync email account is created, it is automatically added as a managed account.
Page 90 should synchronize. Choose from: Three days One week month assigns this account as the Default account default used when sending out new emails. Configures your out of Out of office settings office notifications. Allows you to delete your Empty deleted items email account’s trash bin remotely.
Page 91: Accessibility Settings
Device Updates > Accessibility Press System Updates Choose a system to update: Update Profile Software and tap > > About phone Update Firmware Update PRL Update Samsung 2C. Settings...
Page 92: Resetting Your Phone
> The following information is available: displays selectable system System Updates updates which include Update Profile, Update PRL, Update Firmware, and Update Samsung Software. displays status information about the Status phone and battery. displays a list of processes that use Battery use battery power.
Page 93: Search Settings
Search Settings You can use the Galaxy Prevail™ search preferences to configure some aspects of Google Web search (for example, whether it makes suggestions below the Quick Search Box as you type), and what phone features you want to include in searches. Configuring the Search Settings Press and tap...
Page 94: 2D. Call Log
2D. Call Log Viewing Call Log (page 81) Call Log Options (page 82) Making a Call From Call Log (page 84) Saving a Number From Call Log (page 84) Altering a Number From Call Log (page 85) Erasing the Call Log (page 85) Viewing Call Log Call Log (History) is a list of the phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or...
Page 95: Call Log Options
Indicates any received Received: calls that were answered. Indicates any missed calls. Missed: These are routed to your voicemail. Accessing Call Log From Notifications You can also access the Call log from a Missed Call notification. (See “Using the Notifications Panel” on page 37.) To access these call notifications: Locate...
Page 96 call options (tap) Call log screen entry-specific options (touch and hold) Tap a contact entry name or tap an entry to display screen: call options 2D. Call Log (Incoming/Outgoing call, and Call information Missed call information) provides the time and date of the call and its duration.
Page 97: Making A Call From Call Log
(See “Altering a Number From Call Log” on page 85.) Send text message allows you to create a new text message to the selected entry. to save the number if it is not Add to contacts already in your Contacts. (See “Saving a Number From Call Log”...
Page 98: Altering A Number From Call Log
Note: The option to select a destination is only available if you have previously established a Google or Microsoft® Exchange Server account on the device. You cannot save phone numbers already in your Contacts or from calls identified as Restricted Private Number Altering a Number From Call Log If you need to make a call from Call log and you need...
Page 99: 2E. Contacts
2E. Contacts Creating a New Contacts Entry (page 86) Confirming Contact Synchronization (page 88) Contacts Menu Options (page 89) Contacts Entry Options (page 90) Editing a Contacts Entry (page 91) Adding a Number to a Contacts Entry (page 91) Editing a Contacts Entry’s Number (page 92) Sending Contacts (page 92) Assigning a Picture to an Entry (page 93) Deleting Entries (page 93)
Page 100 To add a contact: Press and tap > New contact Shortcut: Enter a phone number from the dialpad and press > Add to contacts > Create new contact If prompted, tap a destination type ( Exchange Server Note: You will not see the option to select a destination unless you have previously established a Google or Exchange Server account on the device.
Page 101: Confirming Contact Synchronization
Tip: ICE – In Case of Emergency To make it easier for emergency personnel to identify important contacts, you can list your local emergency contacts under “ICE” in your device’s Contacts list. For example, if your mother is your primary emergency contact, list her as “ICE–Mom”...
Page 102: Contacts Menu Options
Contacts tab Contact Group Contact Details Note: Syncing of contacts requires you are logged into your Gmail and Microsoft Exchange accounts via the device. 2E. Contacts Contacts Menu Options Contact entry’s Overview page Press Touch and hold an entry and select from the available contact menu options: and tap...
Page 103: Contacts Entry Options
to erase the currently selected Delete contact Contacts entry. (See “Deleting Entries” on page 93.) Contacts Entry Options Press and tap Tap an entry to display the Contact entry’s overview screen. This screen contains Name, History, contacts numbers, email, and linked contact information.
Page 104: Editing A Contacts Entry
Editing a Contacts Entry From the Contact’s overview screen, press and tap Edit contact. Tap an option to begin editing. to assign a picture to the entry. [image icon] (See “Assigning a Picture to an Entry” on page 93.) to edit the current name. First name/Last name to add or delete a phone number to the Phone...
Page 105: Editing A Contacts Entry's Number
Editing a Contacts Entry’s Number From the Contact’s overview screen, press and tap Edit contact Tap an existing phone number field. to clear one digit at a time. Re-enter or edit the number. Done to update the number to the existing Contacts entry.
Page 106: Assigning A Picture To An Entry
Assigning a Picture to an Entry Assign a picture to display each time a certain contact calls you. Assigning a picture using the device: From the Contact’s overview screen, press and tap Edit contact Tap the image icon or current image (upper-left). Select Take photo Select photo from Gallery...
Page 107: Adding Entries To Your Favorites
Adding Entries to Your Favorites The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts entries. Press and tap Touch and hold the entry name from the Contacts tab listing. From the context menu, tap Contacts Entry favorites...
Page 108: 2F. Calendar & Tools
Calculator (page 104) ThinkFree Office (page 104) Updating Your Device Firmware (page 104) Updating Your Profile (page 106) Updating Your Samsung Software (page 106) 2F. Calendar & Tools Before You Begin Prior to using Google applications such as calendar, you will need to have an active Google account (page 45).
Page 109: Configuring Calendar Settings
To add Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync events to your device’s managed account tracking: Press and tap > Accounts & sync. Locate the Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync email account within the Managed accounts area of the screen. If not present, you will have to add this account (page 76).
Page 110: Adding An Event To The Calendar
configures the current Calendar Default view default view for events. Month view Choose from: Month Week configures how the available events are Day views displayed onscreen. Choose from Event list sets the calendar week to start First day of week with either Sunday Monday...
Page 111 Note: To synchronize calendar events among your Google and Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync accounts, make sure they are being managed by your device (page 74). Tap the available tabs along the top (in portrait view) or the left (in landscape view) of the Calendar screen to change the view.
Page 112: Viewing Events
and enter a participant name or Participants email address, or select Contact from the Contacts list, Recently from a recent event. and select an alarm type: Alarm 5 mins before 15 mins before before 2 days before 1 week before Tap the field to select a recurrence cycle for Repeat...
Page 113: Erasing All Events
Note: If in the Month view (tab), days containing calendar events are indicated by a blue triangle. Tap a day from this view to display a list of event within the Day tab. Tap the day for which you would like to view events.
Page 114: My Files
to erase the selected events and Delete > Yes then synchronize this action with your managed account. My Files My Files allows you to view a list from which you can launch a file if the associated application is already on your Galaxy Prevail™...
Page 115 To create an Alarm event: Press and tap > allows access to the alarm and media application screen. Weather Information Alarm Picture Gallery Music Player Alarm: . This (Clock) Picture Gallery: Music Player: Player. Home Screen: Home Screen. Note: Upon your first launch of the Alarm Clock application, three alarm presets are set up by default and ready for you to customize.
Page 116 to a djust the hour and minute. Tap the button to change the value. when finished. Note: The number of hours and minutes left before the alarm goes off is briefly displayed onscreen after you set the new alarm time. Tap the field to select a repeating status for Repeat...
Page 117: Calculator
Calculator Your Galaxy Prevail™ comes with a built-in calculator. Press and tap > Calculating Press and tap > Enter the operation for your calculation by touching , or Plus Minus Multiplication Enter the next number. Tap the = (equals) key to view the result. Repeat steps 1-4 as many times as required.
Page 118 Back Up Your Data Prior to Update To back up your Gmail information: Press and tap > . (See “Synchronizing Accounts” on page 74.) sync Tap the option to enable the feature Auto-sync (green checkmark). (See “Synchronizing Your Google Account” on page 75.) If the option is on, email, Calendar and Auto-sync...
Page 119: Updating Your Profile
If your data services or account syncing ever seem to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to reconnect with the network. Updating Your Samsung Software Press About phone > System Updates > Update Samsung Software Follow the onscreen instructions. > >...
Page 120: 2G. Voice Services
2G. Voice Services Voice Dialer (page 107) Opening Menus With Voice Dialer (page 108) Text-to-Speech (page 109) Voice Actions (page 110) Important: Voice Control (Speech to Action) feature will not launch if you are currently in an active menu. Voice Dialer You can use your Galaxy Prevail™...
Page 121: Opening Menus With Voice Dialer
Tip: Use Voice Dialer in a quiet environment so it can accurately recognize your commands. Calling a Contact With Voice Dialer Press and tap > When you see “ ,” say “ Listening the name and the label for the contact you wish to call.
Page 122: Text-To-Speech
When you see “ ,” say “ .” Listening Open A list of valid actions displays. Tap an option to open the selected menu. Tip: You can also say " " and the name Open of the item you want to open.
Page 123: Voice Actions
this text-to-speech settings screen. If enabled, and available as a feature, your device defaults to using the text-to-speech feature. sets the speech synthesis engine Default Engine to use for spoken text. confirms the installation of Install voice data necessary data required for voice synthesis. Tap this to download and install the free app from Android market.
Page 124: 2H. Microsd Card
2H. microSD Card Your Device’s microSD Card and Adapter (page 111) Connecting Your Device to Your Computer (page 114) microSD Card Settings (page 116) Important Connection Information (page 117) Your Device’s microSD Card and Adapter The microSD Card Your Galaxy Prevail™ is equipped with a preinstalled 2GB SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory card.
Page 125 WARNING: The microSD card and its adapter can be easily damaged by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. Incorrect Correct WARNING: Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins. Re-inserting the microSD Card Locate the microSD card slot along the side of the device.
Page 126: Microsd Icon Indicators
microSD Icon Indicators The following icons show your microSD card connection status at a glance: – card was unmounted (released from use) from the device. – card was properly unmounted from the device but is missing (card was removed). – card was incorrectly removed and improperly unmounted.
Page 127: Connecting Your Device To Your Computer
Connecting Your Device to Your Computer Before using your Galaxy Prevail™ mass storage capabilities, you need to prepare your device’s data services to synchronize with your desktop or laptop computer. Once you have connected the Galaxy Prevail™ to the computer, you can transfer your data to or from the microSD card.
Page 128: Microsd Card
To remove the connection: When you finish transferring data, click the USB device icon on your computer's taskbar, and follow the onscreen instructions to safely unplug the USB cable. Transferring Data Directly to and From the microSD Card You can access the microSD card and use it just as easily as any other communicating storage device.
Page 129: Microsd Card Settings
Creating Folders in the microSD Card From your Desktop, double-click [Device drive letter] Right-click and select New > Folder folder. WARNING: Do not alter or delete the four default folders. These are used by the phone to parse-out the different file formats and contents. microSD Card Settings Viewing Memory in the microSD Card The Galaxy Prevail™...
Page 130: Important Connection Information
Important Connection Information To avoid loss of data, DO NOT remove the USB cable, the microSD card, or the battery while accessing or transferring files. DO NOT use your computer to change or edit folder or file names on the microSD card, and do not attempt to transfer large amounts of data from the computer to the microSD card.
Page 131: 2I. Camera
2I. Camera Taking Pictures (page 118) Recording Videos (page 122) Note: The storage card that comes installed on your Galaxy Prevail™ allows you to use the camera and camcorder features. All pictures and videos are stored on the internal 2GB SDHC card. The Galaxy Prevail™ supports SDHC cards of up to 32GB.
Page 132: Camera Settings
Press or tap (Your device automatically saves the picture to the folder on the microSD card.) DCIM Camera Settings From camera mode ( following onscreen icons. Settings Store Location White Balance Metering Zoom Settings to access camera hardware settings: 2I. Camera until the shutter sounds.
Page 133: View Your Pictures
determines the way in which the camera Metering determines the exposure. Choose from: Center (default), or Spot , or Zoom 1x 1.3x 1.7x 2.3x Press and adjust any of the following options: to switch to video recording mode. Switch to video to access the Gallery of stored camera Gallery images.
Page 134: Camera Gallery Options
Camera Gallery Options Accessing the main gallery provides access to pictures. Press and tap view the gallery of images stored on the microSD card. Press to display gallery-specific options such as , or Share Delete Tap an image to display it, and press to display to display image details such as file name, Details...
Page 135: Recording Videos
to upload your current image to your Picasa Picasa account. Tap Upload process. Assigning Pictures After taking a picture, assign it as a picture ID for a Contacts entry or as the Home Screen background image (wallpaper). Press and tap >...
Page 136: Camcorder Settings
Tap the Video quality icon (see screen on next page) and select a recording video quality: High (30m) : the file size limit is (30m). : the file size is limited by the MMS (Low, 30s) restriction placed on video files that can be attached to MMS text messages.
Page 137: Video Settings
to set the length for your video. Video quality Choose from: High (30 minutes) 352x288), MMS (Low, 30 minutes) size restrictions). Press and adjust any of the following options: to switch to camera shooting Switch to camera mode. to access the Gallery of stored camera Gallery videos.
Page 138 to send the image to another device Bluetooth via Bluetooth. Gmail to attach your video to a new Gmail email message. to attach your video to a new MMS Messaging message. to upload your current video file to a YouTube YouTube page.
Page 139: 2J. Bluetooth
2J. Bluetooth Turning Bluetooth On and Off (page 126) Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu (page 127) Pairing Bluetooth Devices (page 128) Sending Contacts via Bluetooth (page 130) Disconnecting Bluetooth Connection During an Active Call (page 131) About Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers,...
Page 140: Using The Bluetooth Settings Menu
Bluetooth Status Indicators The following icons show your Bluetooth connection status at a glance: – Bluetooth is active – Bluetooth is connected (paired) and communicating [no icon] – Bluetooth is disabled (default status) Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu menu allows you to set up many Bluetooth settings of the characteristics of your Galaxy Prevail™...
Page 141: Pairing Bluetooth Devices
To change your Bluetooth name: Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Backspace to erase the old name, and enter a new name. to complete the rename process. To make your Device visible: Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Making your discoverable allows it to be detected by other device for pairing and communication.
Page 142 The external device will also accept the connection and enter your device’s PIN code. Once successfully paired to an external device, displays within the Status area. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth- compatible devices.
Page 143: Sending Contacts Via Bluetooth
To access a paired device’s settings: Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, the name of the previously paired device. (from the onscreen context menu) Options... and configure the desired options. Press to return to the previous page. Sending Contacts via Bluetooth Depending on your paired device’s settings and capabilities, you may be able to send pictures,...
Page 144: Disconnecting Bluetooth Connection
Disconnecting Bluetooth Connection During an Active Call During an active call, where the audio is being routed through a connected Bluetooth device (headset or hands-free connection), tap to route the device’s audio through the connected Bluetooth headset (On) or through the speaker (Off).
Page 145: Section 3: Boost Service Features
Section 3 Boost Service Features...
Page 146: Boost Service: The Basics
3A. Boost Service: The Basics Voicemail Notification (page 133) Multimedia Messaging (MMS) (page 136) Caller ID (page 140) Call Waiting (page 141) Making a 3-Way Call (page 141) Call Forwarding (page 142) Voicemail Your device automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your device is in use or turned off.
Page 147: Text Messaging (Sms)
By sounding the assigned ringer type. By displaying at the top of your screen. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail. To call your voicemail: Press and hold Note: When you are not connected to the Nationwide Boost...
Page 148: Composing Text Messages
Composing Text Messages Press and tap Messaging > New message. Tap the field and enter a Contact's name, a mobile phone number, or an email address using the onscreen keyboard. as you enter either a phone number or Contacts an email address, if the information matches a current contact’s entry information a match displays.
Page 149: Multimedia Messaging (Mms)
Multimedia Messaging (MMS) With multimedia messaging (MMS), you can send and receive instant text messages that contain text, pictures, audio, recorded voice, or a picture slideshow. Messaging is available via the Messaging application in your Applications screen. Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for text and multimedia messaging.
Page 150 : Opens the Select audio menu. Use the Audio onscreen navigation to select an audio file and : Opens the message recorder. Record audio : length of the recorded Recording duration voice message. : displays the volume level. Volume Meter Record : starts recording your message.
Page 151 Tap the text field below the image to enter a caption for the picture. – or – and select : preview the picture message before Preview sending. : select a picture from the SD card Add picture to attach to this message. : allows you to capture a Capture picture picture to attach to this message.
Page 152: Deleting A Message Or Message Thread
To view and play a multimedia message: Press and tap Messages are threaded and display in the order in which they are received. When you select a number, all the messages sent from that number display. From the message list, tap a multimedia message to open its contents.
Page 153: Caller Id
Adjust the following fields according to your needs: : Enable this option to delete Delete old messages older text messages that exceed the defined maximum number of text messages limit set below. : Sets the maximum number of Text message limit text messages that can be stored on the device (per conversation).
Page 154: Call Waiting
Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding a tone (beep). Your Galaxy Prevail™ screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available and you are in digital mode).
Page 155: Call Forwarding
Enter the second caller’s phone number and tap or select a number from your Contacts tab. (Your first call is automatically put on hold.) During a call select Merge calls to combine both calls into a single 3-way call. If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected.
Page 156 Enabling/Disabling 3G Data Your Galaxy Prevail™ allows you to control your use of 3G data. You can now choose to enable or disable this feature. With 3G data disables, you must use Wi-Fi to connect to the Internet. Press > and tap networks >...
Page 157: 3B. Web And Data Services
3B. Web and Data Services Getting Started With Data Services (page 144) Navigating the Web (page 146) Wi-Fi (page 152) Email (page 154) Using the Android Market (page 164) Launching Re-Boost (page 166) Launching Hookt (Wireless Chatroom) (page 166) Using Navigation (page 167) Getting Started With Data Services With your Boost service, you are ready to start enjoying the advantages of data services.
Page 158: Data Connection Status And Indicators
Updating Your User Name If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your device. Press and tap > About phone > System Updates Update Profile Launching a Web Connection Press and tap connection starts and you see the home page.)
Page 159: Navigating The Web
Navigating the Web Navigating through menus and websites during a data session is easy once you have learned a few basics. Note: Prior to gaining access to the Boost Web home page, you may be asked to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number and tap .
Page 160: Browser Menu
Going Back To go back one page: Press on your device. Repeat this process to keep going back through your Web page history of recently visited pages. Note: You can use for deleting text when you are entering text. Going to a Web Page Tap the field (top of the browser window) Address...
Page 161 : Returns you to a previously viewed page. Forward : Add bookmark, Find on page, Select text, Page More info, Share page, Downloads, and Settings. Provides additional browser options: : Assigns the current Web page as Add bookmark a new bookmark. : Searches the current Web page for Find on page a word.
Page 162 Navigate to the Page content settings select from one of the following page settings: Text size : Adjusts the current onscreen text size. Options include: Tiny Small Huge : Sets the default browser viewing Default zoom size. Choose from: Medium : Provides an overview of Open pages in overview recently opened pages.
Page 163 : Allows sites, that require cookies, Accept cookies to save and read cookies from your device. Clear all cookie data : Clears all current browser cookie files. : Allows the device to store Remember form data data from any previously filled out forms. Remove the checkmark to disable this function.
Page 164 to reset the browser settings back Reset to default to the default settings. Creating Bookmarks From any open Web page, press (You will see the browser menu.) . Three Bookmarks tabs are revealed: : Displays a Bookmarks list of your current Web bookmarks.
Page 165: Wi-Fi
to assign the selected entry Set as homepage as your new home page. Adding Bookmarks to Your Home Screen From any open Web page, press Tap the tab. Bookmarks Touch and hold an existing entry from the list to display an onscreen popup menu. to add the selected entry Add shortcut to Home to your Home Screen.
Page 166 To connect to a Wi-Fi network: Press and tap > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured with WEP) of detected Wi-Fi networks display in the Wi-Fi networks section. Note: When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network.
Page 167: Email
Viewing your device’s MAC Address Setting the Proxy and Port information Configuring use of a Static IP To access the Wi-Fi Settings menu: menu allows you to set Wi-Fi settings - Advanced up many of your device’s Wi-Fi service, including: Setting your Wi-Fi sleep policy Viewing your device’s MAC Address Setting the Proxy and Port information...
Page 168 If you want to send and receive email messages through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) account (such as Microsoft® Outlook®), or if you wish to use your device to access your Exchange Server Email (Outlook®) email through a VPN (Virtual Private Network), you will first need to set up an IMAP or POP account.
Page 169: Opening Gmail
Note: You must have a valid and active Google account prior to using this email client. Important: You must log into Google after every power cycle of your device. Logging into Gmail (via the device) does not sign you into your Google account. Gmail logging and access are separate from your main Google account.
Page 170 You can add as many message recipients as you want. Note: To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other recipients, press and tap Add Cc/Bcc Tap the field and enter the email subject. Subject Tap the Compose Mail...
Page 171 To reply to an email message: With the email message displayed: tap one of the arrows (called out in on the screen) to reply to the message. Aaron Taylor ataylr@samsung and tap Reply SammyAsh@gmail.com Sammy, Enter a new message then tap...
Page 172 : Allows you to decide which labels Labels to notify should provide notification when email is received. Email Setting Up an Email Account Press and tap Enter the Email address and Password for this account. The first time you connect, you are asked to give this Internet mail account a unique onscreen name and enter a From name (displayed in your outgoing emails within the...
Page 173 Composing Email Press and tap Email Press and tap Accounts Select an email account. to open your inbox. Inbox Press and tap Compose Enter the message recipient’s email address in the field. If you are sending the email to several recipients, separate the email addresses with a comma.
Page 174 Configuring Email Settings Press and tap Tap the email account from the Accounts area of the Email screen. to open the contents of your inbox. Inbox Press and tap More > Account settings “Synchronizing Your Microsoft Exchange Account” on page 76.) This menu provides both field information and settings: allows you to configure:...
Page 175 allows you to create an outgoing Signature email signature attached to new emails sent from your device. Microsoft Exchange Email (Outlook) The main Email application ( access to your Outlook Exchange server via your device. If your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 or 2007 as the email system, you can use this email application to wirelessly synchronize your email, Contacts, and Task information directly with your...
Page 176: Books
to activate a device administrator or Activate to cancel. See “Device Administration” on Cancel page 69. Note: You can set up multiple Email (Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync) accounts active on your device. Opening Microsoft Exchange Email Press and tap Press and tap Accounts Microsoft Exchange account.
Page 177: Using The Android Market
allows you to view the ebook while offline. To access Books settings: Press > > Books Press and tap allows you to copy your ebook Storage location from the device’s internal storage to the SD card. the Books application software version. About allows you to display the Mobile Terms of Service...
Page 178 Check the progress of the current download by opening the Notifications panel. After the item is downloaded and installed on your device, the content download icon the notification area of the status bar. On the Android Market screen, press , tap the installed application in the list, My Apps and then tap Open...
Page 179: Launching Re-Boost
Launching Re-Boost To add money to your Boost account, you can access the Re-Boost function using the phone or online. Press and tap Re-Boost To obtain additional Re-Boost and account information: Press and tap Re-Boost Touch any onscreen option. to view your current account balance. Call Balance to view your current Re-Boost prepaid Re-Boost...
Page 180: Using Navigation
Note: Services may be available for an additional subscription fee. Visit www.boostmobile.com or call Boost Customer Care for additional information. Using Navigation TeleNav GPS Navigator gives you turn-by-turn directions onscreen and over speakerphone. In order to use this application, you must first turn on the Use GPS Satellites setting.
Page 181 and select one of the following: Drive To : establishes this address as your Set Up Home home address or base from which to start or return. : displays a list of destinations My Favorites marked as your favorites. Select a destination in which to navigate.
Page 182: Entertainment: Music, Video, & Games
3C. Entertainment: Music, Video, & Games Getting Started with Music (page 169) Music (page 169) YouTube (page 170) Preloaded Games (page 171) Getting Started with Music You can download music from Android Market, or save music files to your memory card, and then listen to the music over the speaker, or using a stereo or Bluetooth headset.
Page 183: Youtube
Creating a Playlist Press and tap > phone searches through your phone memory and memory card for compatible music files and displays them. Touch and hold a song to add to a playlist. A popup menu displays. Add to playlist and select either a or select (to create a new playlist).
Page 184: Preloaded Games
Note: It is not necessary to sign in to the YouTube site to view content. However, if you wish to sign in to access additional options, access the page via the Web browser and tap at the top right corner, enter Sign in your YouTube or Google username and password, and Sign in...
Page 185: 3D. Gps Navigation
3D. GPS Navigation GPS Services (page 172) Google Maps (page 173) TeleNav GPS Navigator (page 174) Getting Driving Directions (page 176) Navigation (page 179) Poynt (page 179) GPS Services Your Galaxy Prevail™ built-in GPS capability gives you access to a number of location-based services, including Maps Navigation...
Page 186: Google Maps
Since this feature is based on Google’s location service, you will need to agree to allow Google to collect anonymous information. to accept the terms of service. Agree Google Maps Use this application to find directions, location information, business addresses, etc., all right from your Galaxy Prevail™.
Page 187: Telenav Gps Navigator
Tap the search field (at the top of the screen), enter a keyword, and tap This keyword can be a category name (such as pizza, steak, burger), a business name (Samsung, Boost Mobile), or a Google friend who is sharing their location.
Page 188: Using Telenav Gps Navigator
Getting Started with TeleNav GPS Navigator Before using the TeleNav GPS Navigator application for the first time you will initiate the application, read the terms of use, and allow the application to load some initial files. This is a one-time process and after initialization you simply launch the application and begin navigating.
Page 189: Getting Driving Directions
: displays categories of places in which to Places navigate. : displays a map of your current Maps & Traffic location. Also displays current traffic conditions for this location. : displays a list of local applications, Local Apps such as Movies, in which to search. Getting Driving Directions The built-in GPS hardware allows you to get driving directions to selected locations or establishments...
Page 190: Using A Local Business Category
After you enter the location and receive driving directions, you can view other information about your destination by selecting: Using a Local Business Category The Galaxy Prevail™ can also cross-reference your current location with local business and points of interest, such as Grocery Stores, Gas Stations, Wi-Fi Hotspots, Malls, Hospitals, etc.
Page 191: Configuring Your Navigation Preferences
Synchronizing Locations with TeleNav Maps You can synchronize your Recent Places location with your TeleNav Maps for future use. Press and tap > My Favorites Recent Places Sync with maps.telenav.com The listed locations synchronize with the TeleNav online maps. Configuring Your Navigation Preferences Press and tap >...
Page 192: Navigation
lets you change the audio read out given Audio: during your navigation session: Audio Guidance : let you change the audio read out provided during navigation session: With Street Names, Without Street Names, or No Audio. Navigation Google Maps navigation application is available on your device.
Page 193 If you are using a Wi-Fi network to connect while using Poynt, tap Use wireless networks Press and tap > (Poynt) Tap the notification panel (at the Current Position top of the screen) and select Current Position if you want to search from New Search Location another location.
Page 194: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information
Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
Page 195: Important Safety Information
Note: For the best care of your phone, only Samsung-authorized personnel should service your phone. Failure to do so may be dangerous and void your warranty. 4A. Important Safety Information...
Page 196: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Do Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency Calls Mobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon any mobile phone for essential communication (e.g., medical emergencies).
Page 197 For more information, see “4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty” on page 170. Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and genuine Samsung accessories. Go to: http:// mobile.samsungusa.com/recycling/index.jsp or 1-800- 822-8837 for more information.
Page 198: Using Your Phone With A Hearing Aid Device
Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.) Note: Your Samsung Galaxy Hearing aid devices may also be measured for immunity to interference noise from wireless phones and should have ratings similar to phones. Ask your hearing healthcare professional for the rating of your hearing aid.
Page 199: Caring For The Battery
Any combined rating equal to or greater than six offers excellent use. Any combined rating equal to five is considered normal use. Any combined rating equal to four is considered usable. Thus, if you pair an M3 hearing aid with an M3 phone, you will have a combined rating of six for “excellent use.”...
Page 200: Radio Frequency (Rf) Energy
Don’t store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of time. It’s best to follow these storage rules: Less than one month: -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C) More than one month: -4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C) Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned.
Page 201: Fcc Radio Frequency Emission
SAR values between different model phones do not mean variations in safety. SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg are considered safe for use by the public. The highest reported SAR values of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail ™ are: PCS mode (Part 24) Head: 0.84 W/Kg, Body: 0.56 W/Kg...
Page 202: Owner's Record
Record the serial number in the space provided below. This is helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: SPH-M820 Serial No.: 4A. Important Safety Information User Guide Proprietary Notice ®...
Page 203: 4B. Manufacturer's Warranty
(b) scratches, dents and cosmetic damage, unless caused by SAMSUNG; (c) defects or damage resulting from excessive force or use of a metallic object when pressing on a touch screen; (d) equipment that has the serial number or the enhancement data code removed, defaced, damaged, altered or made illegible;...
Page 204 Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery; (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering;...
Page 205 What is the procedure for resolving disputes? ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT BY A COURT OR JURY.
Page 206 ("Small Claim"), the arbitrator may, if you prevail, award your reasonable attorney fees, expert witness fees and costs as part of any award, but may not grant SAMSUNG its attorney fees, expert witness fees or costs unless it is determined that the claim was brought in bad faith.
Page 207: End User License Agreement For Software
IMPORTANT. READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement ("EULA") is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity) and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. for software owned by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and its affiliated companies and its third party suppliers and...
Page 208 8. TERMINATION. This EULA is effective until terminated. Your rights under this License will terminate automatically without notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this EULA, you must cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Software.
Page 209 Purchaser agrees that SAMSUNG shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to caused by, or in connection with, use of or reliance on any such third-party content, products, or services available on or through any such application.
Page 210 ALTER THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY REGARDING THIRD-PARTY APPLICATIONS, OR TO CREATE ANY WARRANTY. 11. Limitation of Liability. SAMSUNG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE ANY...
Page 211 14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
Page 212: Index
Index Numerics 3G Data disabling 143 enabling 143 3G data enabling 58 911 Emergency how to call 49 About Phone 79 Accessibility settings 78 Accessing recently-used applications 34 Activating DDTM 59 feature sounds 63 Wi-Fi 56 Activating Bluetooth 57 Index Add to favorites 94 Adding a Wi-Fi network 57...
Page 213 Bluetooth Settings 57 Brightness settings 63 Browser advanced settings 150 creating bookmarks 151 creating new Home page 151 opening the menu 147 page settings 148 privacy settings 149 security settings 150 Select Text 148 Calculator using 104 Calendar adding an event to 97 editing an existing event 100 erasing a day’s event 100 erasing all events 100...
Page 214 Closing an Application using Task Manager 73 Collecting Personal Data accesibility settings 78 Connecting your Device to a PC 114 Contact Entry add a contact 87 assigning as a Favorite 53 Contact Synchronization confirming 88 Contacts add a number to 91 assigning a picture to an entry 93 deleting entries 93...
Page 215 creating shortcuts 31 customizing the Home Screen 31 displaying your phone number 37 entering text using Swype 40 extending battery life 19 function keys 20 menu navigation 35 removing a shortcut 32 removing the battery 16 selecting an Android text mode 38 signing in to your Google Account 46...
Page 216 icons and shortcuts 155 introduction 154 opening a message 159 refresh messages 159 setting up an account 159 settings 161 status bar - notifications 155 Emergency Numbers calling 49 Ending a Call 49 End-of-Call options 51 Enhanced 911 Information 50 Entering Text using Swype 40 Entertainment Tool...
Page 217 deleting a message 158 opening 156 replying to a message 158 setting up an account 156 settings 158 Google Management Settings sync calendar 75 sync contacts 75 synch Gmail 75 Google Maps sync the GPS satellites 173 Google Search 21 Google™...
Page 218 from Favorites 53 Making Calls 47 dialing options 48 Managing Available Memory 70 Memory viewing available 70 Memory Card inserting in the device 112 removing from the device 111 viewing storage information 71 Menu 1–7 Menu Navigation 35 selecting items 35 Menu Options selecting by tapping 35 microSD...
Page 219 Notifications Panel using 37 Owner’s Record 189 Password Lock 69 Phone turning off 16 Phone Lock how to 67 Phone Number how to find 52 how to save 51 how to view 37 PIN Lock 69 Playlist creating 170 Plus Code activating for dialing 59 Plus Code Dialing 54 Pop-up Menus...
Page 220 Screen Orientation changing 63 SCVNGR playing the game 171 Search using Google Search 21 Search Settings configuring 80 Secure Credentials install from SD card 70 Security Menu accessing 66 Security Settings accessing Security menu 66 changing an unlock pattern 68 creating an unlock pattern 67 device administration 69 forget unlock pattern 68...
Page 221 enabling 41 entering numbers and symbols 44 entering text using 40 keyboard overview 43 selecting a text input mode 42 Synchronizing Gmail or Microsoft Exchange contacts 88 Google contacts, Gmail, and Calendar 75 Microsoft Exchange email account 76 settings for data 74 System Updates profile 106 Task Manager...
Page 222 Vibration Mode activating 61 Viewing phone number 37 Visible Passwords using 69 Voice Actions using 110 Voice Dialer activating 107 calling a contact 108 calling a phone number 108 opening menus with 108 Voice Recognizer settings 109 Volume adjusting the 62 settings for Alarms 62 settings for media 62 settings for ringtones 62...
Page 223 YouTube launching the application 170 Index...

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Samsung SPH-M820 User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

1A. Setting up Service

Section 2: Your Phone

2A. Device Basics

Making and Answering Calls

2C. Settings

2D. Call Log

2E. Contacts

2F. Calendar & Tools

2G. Voice Services

2H. Microsd Card

2I. Camera

2J. Bluetooth

Section 3: Boost Service Features

Boost Service: the Basics

3B. Web and Data Services

Entertainment: Music, Video, & Games

3D. GPS Navigation

Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

Important Safety Information

4B. Manufacturer's Warranty

Index

Quick Links

User Guide

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