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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide www.sprint.com ©2010 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. 10/8/10...
  • Page 2 Consejo: Para encontrar esta guía para usuarios en español, por favor visita a www.sprint.com y haz clic en Support > Devices To find this user guide in Spanish, please visit www.sprint.com and click Support > Devices Important Privacy Message – Sprint’s policies often do not apply to third-party applications.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Navigation and Customization ....26 Displaying Your Phone Number ... . . 42 Entering Text Using the Android Keyboard ..42 Tip: Looking for something? If you don’t see it in the headings Entering Text Using Swype .
  • Page 4 2C. Settings ......67 Confirming Contact Synchronization ..95 Groups .
  • Page 5 Updating Your PRL ..... . . 119 Section 3: Sprint Service ....149 2G.
  • Page 6 Sprint TV ....... 208 4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty ... 233 Music .
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Your Device’s Menu ® This introduces you to Sprint service and The following table outlines your device’s main menu User Guide all the features of your new device. It’s divided into four structure. For more information about using your sections: device’s menus, see “Navigation and Customization”...
  • Page 8 > Add 5: Wallpapers 1: Gallery 2: Live wallpapers 1: Samsung Widgets 3: Wallpaper gallery 1: AccuWeather Clock 2: Buddies now > Wallpaper 3: Calendar Clock 4: Feeds and Updates 5: Program Monitor 6: Y! Finance Clock 1: Gallery 2: Android Widgets...
  • Page 9 6: Bluetooth (On/Off) 6: Call Guard 7: Bluetooth settings 7: Voicemail settings 1: Bluetooth (On/Off) 2: Device name 1: Notifications 2: Pictures 3: Visible (On/Off) 4: Scan devices 3: Speakerphone 4: Change greeting 5: <detected Bluetooth devices> 5: From name 6: Check for upgrade 7: About Voicemail 8: VPN settings...
  • Page 10: Display Settings

    > Settings > Location & security 11: Haptic feedback (On/Off) 12: Vibration intensity My Location 13: SD card notifications (On/Off) 1: Use wireless networks (On/Off) Display settings 2: Use GPS satellites (On/Off) 1: Orientation (On/Off) Screen unlock pattern 2: Animation 1: Set unlock pattern 1: No animation 2: Some animations...
  • Page 11 > Settings > Applications Personal data 1: Unknown sources (On/Off) 1: Factory data reset 2: Quick launch > Settings > SD card & phone storage 3: Manage applications External SD card 4: Running services 1: Total space 5: Development 2: Available space 1: USB debugging (On/Off) 2: Stay awake (On/Off) 3: Unmount SD card (On/Off)
  • Page 12: Text Settings

    Quick Search Box 2: Swype (settings) 1: Language 2: Auto-spacing (On/Off) 1: Searchable items 3: Auto-capitalization (On/Off) 1: Contacts (On/Off) 2: Browser (On/Off) 4: Word Prediction (On/Off) 3: Apps (On/Off) 4: Music (On/Off) 5: Enable Tip Indicator (On/Off) 5: YouTube (On/Off) 6: Voicemail (On/Off) 6: Audio Feedback (On/Off) 7: Vibrate on keypress (On/Off)
  • Page 13 > Settings > Accessibility 2: Language 1: American English 2: Spanish Accessibility > Settings > Date & time 1: Accessibility (On/Off) 1: Automatic (On/Off) Accessibility services 2: Set date 1: KickBack (On/Off) 3: Select time zone 2: TalkBack (On/Off) 4: Set time 3: SoundBack (On/Off) 5: Use 24-hour format (On/Off) >...
  • Page 14 In Use Menu 2: Status 1: Battery status 2: My phone number 1: Add call/Merge 2: Dialpad 3: MIN 4: PRL Version 3: End call 4: Speaker (On/Off) 5: MEID 6: Network 5: Mute/Unmute 6: Bluetooth 7: Signal strength 8: Service state While in an active call, press to display the 9: Roaming...
  • Page 15: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 16: 1A. Setting Up Service

    1A. Setting Up Service Setting Up Your Device (page 2) Activating Your Device (page 5) Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 5) Sprint Account Passwords (page 6) Release Latch Getting Help (page 7) Setting Up Your Device Install the battery. Remove the battery from its packaging. Grasp the device firmly and locate the cover release latch.
  • Page 17 Position the battery cover over the battery Press and hold to turn the it on. compartment and press down until you hear a If your device is activated, it will turn on, search for click. Sprint service, and enter standby mode. Make your first call.
  • Page 18 WARNING: If your device has a touchscreen display, please note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
  • Page 19: Activating Your Device

    Activating Your Device Note: If you are having difficulty with activation, contact Sprint Customer Service by dialing from any 1-888-211-4727 other phone. If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store , it is probably activated and ready to use. Setting Up Your Voicemail If you received your device in the mail and it is for a new , it is designed to...
  • Page 20: Sprint Account Passwords

    Voicemail Password Note: Voicemail Password Sprint strongly recommends that you create a You’ll create your voicemail password (or passcode) password when setting up your voicemail to protect when you set up your voicemail. See “Setting Up Your against unauthorized access. Without a password, Voicemail”...
  • Page 21: Getting Help

    Getting Help to add a new line of PQRS service, upgrade your phone, purchase accessories, or access other account services. Managing Your Account to access a summary of your Sprint service plan or get answers to other Online: www.sprint.com questions. Access your account information.
  • Page 22: Sprint Operator Services

    Sprint Operator Services Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at www.sprint.com 1A.
  • Page 23: Section 2: Your Device

    Section 2 Your Device...
  • Page 24: 2A. Device Basics

    Tip: – Updates to your device’s Device Software Upgrades software may become available from time to time. Sprint 2A. Device Basics will automatically upload critical updates to your device. • You can also use the menu to manually check for and download updates.
  • Page 25: Your Device

    Your Device Key Functions Proximity Sensor detects how close an object is to 1. Proximity 14. LED the surface of the screen. This is typically used to Sensor detect when your face is pressed up against the 2. Status Bar screen, such as during a phone call.
  • Page 26 allows you to access your device’s main displays the Quick Search box that MENU Key SEARCH Key functions menu: Add, Wallpaper, Search, can be used to search for a key term both on the Notifications, and Settings. While in a menu, press device and online.
  • Page 27 Inserting an accessory into the incorrect CAUTION! Card Slot jack may damage the device. microSD Card Slot lets you use a microSD card to expand the memory of your phone. (A 16GB SDHC card comes preinstalled in your Epic 4G.) 2A. Device Basics...
  • Page 28: Landscape Phone Features

    allows you to plug in an optional Headset Jack headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. 1. QWERTY 9. Delete Key Inserting an accessory into the incorrect Landscape CAUTION! Keyboard Mode jack may damage the device. lets you turn the device on or off, POWER Button or turn off the touchscreen display.
  • Page 29: Viewing The Display Screen

    allow you to navigate around your Navigation Keys Status Bar – Service Icons device’s menu options while in Landscape mode. – Your automatic Activation Not Completed Enter Key lets you enter additional lines of text. device activation process failed, please retry. allows you to access your device’s Function Keys Signal Strength...
  • Page 30 Status Bar – Service Icons Status Bar – Status Icons – There is no 4G – Shows your current 4G Service Unavailable Device Power Critical coverage currently unavailable. You are battery only has five percent power remaining disconnected from the 4G network. (See “4G and will immediately shutdown.
  • Page 31 Status Bar – Status Icons Status Bar – Status Icons Sprint Hotspot Active – The Sprint Hotpost Silence All – All incoming sounds are turned off. feature has been activated (page 181). Vibrate Only – The ringer is set to vibrate only. microSD Unmounted –...
  • Page 32: Turning Your Device On And Off

    Once your device is on, it may display “Searching for Status Bar – Messaging Icons Service.” When your device finds a signal, it enters standby mode – the device’s idle state. At this point, – You have new text (SMS) or Text Message you are ready to begin making and receiving calls.
  • Page 33: Battery And Charger

    See “Setting Up Your Device” on page 2. Sprint-approved or Samsung-approved batteries and Removing the Battery accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through Samsung; or call 1-866-866-7509 to order. They’re also Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose available at www.sprint.com any stored numbers or messages.
  • Page 34: Charging The Battery

    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. Note: Although the battery comes partially charged. It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
  • Page 35: Extending Your Battery Life

    Correct Turn Bluetooth off when not in use. (See “Turning Charger/Accessory Jack Bluetooth On and Off” on page 143.) Always use a Sprint-approved or Samsung-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery. 2A. Device Basics...
  • Page 36 Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use. (See “Turning Wi-Fi Use the Power Control Widget to deactivate hardware On and Off” on page 177.) functions such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Synchronization, or LCD brightness setting. (See Turn 4G off when not in use. (See “Turning 4G On “Adding and Removing Widgets”...
  • Page 37: Device Function Keys

    ) adds one of the following functions to information about the current onscreen a selected screen: Samsung Widgets, Android notification icons. (See “Using the Notifications Widgets, Shortcuts, Folders, and Wallpapers. (See Panel” on page 40.) “Customizing Your Home Screen”...
  • Page 38: Home Key

    Home Key Using Your Device to Search Use the Quick Search key ( ) takes you back to your Home Search Matches Home to manually enter a term (Device & Web) screen (#4 of the 7 total available screens). or number that is Back Key searched for Quick Search...
  • Page 39 To search the phone and Web by entering text: Touch a desired match from the list of suggestions, phone search results, or previously chosen search Press to launch the box. Quick Search matches. Once touched, the item opens in the Note: appropriate application.
  • Page 40: Navigation And Customization

    It is recommended that you use this feature in a quiet room. Loud ambient or background noises can confuse the application and result in inaccurate search The Epic 4G™ is a touch-sensitive device which allows results. you to not only select an onscreen option with a single tap, but also scroll through long menu lists.
  • Page 41 displays icons associated with a customizable screen ( ) that Notification area: Main Home Screen: end-user notifications such as: email messages, provides information about notifications and device calls (missed, call in progress), new voicemail, status, and allows access to application Widgets. upcoming event, USB connection, emails, and Text/ Status bar MMS messages.
  • Page 42 the device’s screen extends Extended Home Screens: beyond the current visible screen width to provide Available Screens (7) more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. There are seven available screens. Each screen shares use of the four Primary Shortcuts (see page 29).
  • Page 43 are self-contained onscreen applications are four shortcuts present Widgets: Primary Shortcuts: (not shortcuts). These can be placed onto any of the throughout all of the available screens (all 7) and can available screens (Home or Extended). (See “Adding be used to both navigate within the device or launch and Removing Widgets”...
  • Page 44 Using the Applications Screens Applications All of your device’s applications are located within the The following is a listing of the current applications Applications screens. available via both the Primary shortcuts area and via the Applications screens. Note: These screens house all default and downloaded applications (installed from Android Market or from the Application Icons Web).
  • Page 45 Google or Outlook account (page 93). Contacts can only be synced to a managed account Media Hub – Provides access to Samsung’s one (page 74). stop for the hottest movie and TV content. You can rent or purchase your favorite content and Email –...
  • Page 46 Application Icons Application Icons – Launches a file browser that allows – Launches the Sprint Mobile My files Sprint Hotspot you to view only supported image files and text Hotspot which allows you to share your phone’s files (page 113). 3G/4G mobile Internet connection with Wi-Fi- enabled devices (page 181).
  • Page 47: Customizing Your Home Screen

    Customizing Your Home Screen Application Icons You can customize your Home screen by doing the Voice Dialer – Launches your device’s built-in automatic speech recognition (ASR) software, following: called Voice Control, to dial a phone number in Creating Shortcuts your Contacts or to launch phone functions Adding and Removing Widgets (page 120).
  • Page 48 Select a location Note: The same shortcut can be added to any of the (screen) for your new available screens (Home or Extended). The application shortcut by scrolling you add to the screen will still appear within the across your available Applications tab.
  • Page 49 Home or Extended screen. Unlike a Follow the onscreen instructions to add the new shortcut, Widgets appear as an onscreen applications. shortcut to your current Home screen. There are two sets of Widgets: Samsung Widgets and To delete a shortcut: Android Widgets. Press...
  • Page 50: Creating And Managing Folders

    Tap an available Widget to place it on your current Follow the steps to add a Widget to the current screen. screen (page 35). To remove a Widget: Note: To move a Widget from one screen to another, it must first be deleted from its current screen.
  • Page 51: Accessing Recently-Used Applications

    Tap an icon to open an application. Changing the Screen Orientation The Epic 4G™ is capable of automatically changing the Landscape View orientation of some onscreen content. The device’s built-in 6-axis accelerometer senses movement and changes its angle/orientation.
  • Page 52: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation Note: An example of a screen that does not automatically re-orient is the Home screen. This screens requires you There are two ways to navigate through a menu: slide out the QWERTY keyboard. Using your finger (page 38) An example of a screen that automatically re-orients by Using the built-in keyboard’s navigation/arrow keys moving the device is the Contacts screen.
  • Page 53 Tap a menu item to make a selection or activate a field. To launch the keypad using your fingers: Enter from the Home screen. Left Selecting Menu Items Using Your Keyboard As you navigate through a menu with these navigation Down Right keys, options are highlighted.
  • Page 54: Using Context Menus

    To return to Home screen: Note: Not all items have context menus. If you touch and hold an item that has no context menu, nothing happens. Press Using Context Menus Using the Notifications Panel Context menus (also called popup menus) contain The Notification area indicates new message events tools that apply to a specific item on the screen.
  • Page 55 The following functions can either be activated (green) or deactivated (gray): , or Wi-Fi Bluetooth Note: 4G and Wi-Fi connections can not be simultaneously active. To activate 4G services, you must turn Wi-Fi off on your Epic 4G. 2A. Device Basics...
  • Page 56: Displaying Your Phone Number

    QWERTY keyboard. keyboard > Select Input Method There are two versions of the onscreen keyboard Tap either Swype Android keyboard available on your Epic 4G: the , which Android keyboard – or – emulates a standard QWERTY keyboard, and Swype...
  • Page 57: Android Keyboard

    Selecting a Text Input Mode With the Android Keyboard Note: Some characters and types, such as some symbols Default Input and emoticons, are not accessible from the onscreen Method keyboard. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the input field to reveal the onscreen keyboard.
  • Page 58: Android Keyboard Overview

    Accessing the User Dictionary Recipient You can create your own custom words and add them to the built-in dictionary. Send Press > and tap > Language & keyboard > User dictionary Entry field To add a custom word: Suggested Press and tap >...
  • Page 59: Abc Mode

    Capitalization in mode can be altered by ABC Mode using the Caps button. See “ABC Mode” on mode, you can enter only letters from the page 45. onscreen keyboard. The text mode key shows ?123 Symbols used in mode can be enhanced by ?123 ?123 accessing additional symbol characters.
  • Page 60: Entering Text Using Swype

    Tap the corresponding onscreen keys to begin To enter numbers: typing your word. ?123 to enter the ?123 mode. If you make a mistake, tap to erase a single Tap the appropriate numeric key. (See “Selecting a character. Touch and hold to erase all Text Input Mode With the Android Keyboard”...
  • Page 61 Language input language. Default language is The onscreen Android keyboard is the default English touchscreen input method on the Epic 4G. This automatically inserts spaces Auto-spacing method of text input is similar to a normal keyboard. between words. When you finish a word, just Before you can select Swype as your text input lift your finger and start the next word.
  • Page 62 activates a vibratory provides access to Swype help. Vibrate on keypress Help sensation as you enter text via the onscreen to access Swype Help information Swype Help keypad. and user manual. provides access to Swype operation Operation Tutorial provides access to onscreen Swype parameters.
  • Page 63: Selecting A Text Input Mode In Swype

    Selecting a Text Input Mode in Swype Swype Keyboard Overview Entry field: a field where text, number, or other Note: Some characters and types, such as some symbols characters can be entered. and emoticons, are not accessible from the onscreen keyboard.
  • Page 64: Entering Numbers And Symbols

    When in mode, this key changes Capitalization in this mode can be altered by CAPS/ALT: 123ABC the capitalization of the subsequent entered using the Caps button. characters. When in mode, this key can show next character is lowercase. additional symbol characters. only the next character is uppercase.
  • Page 65 To enter numbers and symbols in Swype mode: Touch an onscreen character, and then, to enter the mode. while maintaining your Touch the key for the number or symbol you finger onscreen, drag to the next character in the want to enter. To enter the alternate symbol on a desired word.
  • Page 66: Entering Text Using The Qwerty Keyboard

    Entering Text Using the QWERTY Keyboard Accessing the QWERTY Keyboard The Epic 4G™ has a full, slide-out QWERTY keyboard. The keyboard is located beneath the display screen and is accessed by sliding it open. This orients the device's display to Landscape (widescreen) mode.
  • Page 67: Using The Keyboard

    cuts all characters in the current text Cut all Allows you to use alternate characters message field. displayed at the top of the QWERTY keys. Examples: $, @, #, ! Copy copies selected characters in the current text message field. Shift: Changes the text input mode copies all characters in the current text...
  • Page 68: Entering Letters

    Pressing cycles through the capitalization Home: Returns you to the Home screen. modes (all lowercase, initial uppercase, and all Works in the same manner as the uppercase). device’s main buttons. Press the corresponding keys: Search: Displays the Quick Search box that can be used to search for a key term For example, to enter the word “Bill”...
  • Page 69: Entering Numbers

    Entering Numbers Smileys (emoticons) are accessed by pressing and then selecting an image from the Insert Smiley Press a number key on the top row of the page that is then inserted at your current cursor keyboard. position. If you make a mistake, press to erase a To enter symbols: single character.
  • Page 70: Signing In To Your Google Account

    To enter “smileys” (emoticons): Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm Position the cursor where you want the emoticon to and activate your new account. appear within your message. Signing In to Your Google Account Press to open the onscreen smiley page.
  • Page 71: Making And Answering Calls

    Making Calls 2B. Making and Answering Press and then tap Calls Enter a phone number using the onscreen keypad and tap Making Calls (page 57) If you make a mistake while dialing, touch Dialing Options (page 58) to erase the numbers. Answering Calls (page 58) To make a call when you are roaming and Call Missed Call Notification (page 59)
  • Page 72: Dialing Options

    Dialing Options to access the Speed Dialing menu Speed dial setting where you can assign a speed dial location to a current Contacts entry. (See “Speed Dialing” on When you enter numbers on page 65.) the Keypad, you will see three to insert a two-second pause to Add 2 sec pause: onscreen options.
  • Page 73: Ending A Call

    Ignore with text Ignore with text ) sends the call to your Ignore with text Note: When your device is off, calls go directly to voicemail. voicemail box and immediately allows you to send the caller a text message. Ending a Call Pressing the Volume down button mutes the ringer.
  • Page 74: Calling Emergency Numbers

    Calling Emergency Numbers Note: When you end the 911 call, you are returned to the Emergency Call Back mode. You can place calls to 911 (from the Keypad, enter Within the Emergency Call Back mode, press the ), even if your device is key to use another menu.
  • Page 75: In-Call Options

    In-Call Options WARNING: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the device near your ear during speakerphone use. Once you initiate a call, you will see six onscreen options. to mute the microphone during an active call. Mute Tap an option to select it. Tap again to unmute the microphone.
  • Page 76: End-Of-Call Options

    Touch ) to use the onscreen dialpad to End-of-Call Options Dialpad Dialpad Dialpad enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code. After you receive a call from or make a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, the device displays For example: When you call your bank’s 800 the following options: number, use your dialpad to enter your account...
  • Page 77: Additional Calling Options

    Additional Calling Options Note: The End-of-Call options are not displayed for calls identified as No ID, Restricted, or Unknown. To obtain additional options such as phone number and the duration of the call, you must access the Call Saving a Phone Number log screen.
  • Page 78: Finding A Phone Number

    Touch to store and update the new entry. Create contact Save Tap a destination for your Finding a Phone Number new contact to be synchronized. With each new email account you You can search Contacts for entries by name. create, the list of options Press and tap grows.
  • Page 79: Dialing From The Contacts List

    Dialing From the Contacts List To speed dial a contact from Favorites: Press and tap > Favorites Favorites Favorites Press and tap Scroll through the list and tap the contact. Shortcut: From the Keypad screen, tap Contacts ) to list to place a call or tap to send a Call...
  • Page 80: Plus (+) Code Dialing

    To assign a Contacts entry to a Speed Dial location: Press and touch Speed dial > [number] (associated with the speed dial location). Press and tap . The phone number is then dialed. Call – or – Press and tap Plus (+) Code Dialing >...
  • Page 81: 2C. Settings

    The Settings menu can be accessed by one of two ways on the Epic 4G: 2C. Settings Press > and tap – or – Press and tap > Sound Settings (page 67) Sound Settings Display Settings (page 70) Language Settings (page 73)
  • Page 82 Selecting Ringer Types for Notifications plays a tone while using the Audible touch tones dialpad. The notification area displays icons associated with plays a sound when making any Audible selection user notifications such as email messages, missed onscreen selection. calls, voicemail, upcoming events, USB connections, or causes the device to vibrate Haptic feedback Text/MMS messages.
  • Page 83: Silence All

    This provides a physical feedback when Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or interacting with the onscreen options. the earpiece volume during a call) by using the volume button on the left side of your device. To set the vibration intensity on your device: Press and tap...
  • Page 84: Display Settings

    To set your device to silent mode: Window Animation Press > and tap > Sound & This feature provides the use of animation when display onscreen windows are opened and closed. If deactivated, windows pop on and off and no transitions .
  • Page 85: Changing The Brightness

    Changing the Keyboard Backlight Time Select the checkmark next to Automatic brightness to allow the device to adjust brightness Length automatically. Select how long the keyboard stays lit after you press – or – any key. Clear the checkmark and then touch and drag slider left or right to adjust the screen Brightness Press...
  • Page 86 Press and tap Press and tap > (Wallpaper) > > Date & time , or to disable the feature. Gallery Live wallpapers Wallpaper gallery Automatic lets you choose from pictures taken using Gallery Note: If enabled, you can not alter the date, time zone or time the built-in camera or copied to your device as a values.
  • Page 87: Language Settings

    Language Settings Note: Turning Location on will allow the network to detect your position using GPS technology, making some Sprint applications and services easier to use. Turning To assign the default language used by the Android Location off will disable the GPS location function for all operating system.
  • Page 88: Synchronizing Accounts

    . Enabling this feature allows Google to . A green checkmark indicates the Agree Auto-sync collect anonymous location data whether or not feature is enabled. any location application or other related feature is This feature enables the synchronization of data active or in use.
  • Page 89: Synchronizing Your Corporate Account

    Click Synchronizing Your Corporate Account Next > Sign in Note: If you do not already have a Google account, touch By default, there are no Corporate Calendar events Create and follow the onscreen prompts to create your managed by the device. These must be manually new account.
  • Page 90 To configure the Corporate management settings: to assign the sync Amount to synchronize range for your incoming and outgoing emails Press > and tap > between your device and your external Accounts & sync. exchange server. Choose how many days within the Corporate account field to worth of emails should the device and server reveal the account’s synchronization settings...
  • Page 91: Search Settings

    synchronizes your Exchange Search Settings Sync calendar calendar entries between your device and the remote exchange server. A green checkmark You can use your device’s search preferences to indicates the feature is enabled. configure some aspects of Google Web search (for causes any outgoing email Forward with files example, whether it makes suggestions below the...
  • Page 92: Call Settings

    opens a screen where you can Changing the International Dialing Code Searchable items choose the search categories included in device By default, the international dialing prefix (code) is set searches. to 011. This code can not be changed until the feature Categories include: Contacts Browser...
  • Page 93: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode To deactivate Airplane Mode: Press and hold to reveal the Phone Airplane Mode (Flight mode) allows you to use many of options. your device’s features, such as Games, Memo, and Flight mode Flight mode is ON Music, when you are in an airplane or in any other area –...
  • Page 94 For additional technical support you may call contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the , or access the following website: 1-888-987-4357 connector cable. www.samsung.com/us/consumer/learningresources/ mobile/accessibility/pop_accessibility.html. To turn TTY Mode on or off: Note: In TTY Mode, your device will display the TTY access...
  • Page 95: Security Settings

    Security Settings Unlocking Your Device Screen Press to awaken the device. Accessing the Security Menu Touch and drag the lock icon up or slide the QWERTY keyboard out. All of your device’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You can secure your data Your Device’s Unlock Pattern Feature and limit phone access by requiring a screen unlock pattern every time your device is turned on or every...
  • Page 96 Review the onscreen Confirm the new pattern by redrawing it and then tutorial on pattern tapping Confirm creation, and then tap Once the feature is enabled, additional unlock pattern Next options are then enabled from within the Security & Draw your pattern by menu list.
  • Page 97: Using Visible Passwords

    Calling in Lock Mode Tip: You can also enable or disable tactile feedback (vibration) for the unlock pattern with the Use tactile When your device is locked, you can only receive option. feedback incoming calls or make calls to 911or Sprint Customer Service.
  • Page 98: Managing Your Available Memory

    To disable visible passwords: displays the memory Internal phone storage information specific to the built-in device memory. Press > and tap > This memory amount can not be altered because Location & security it is part of the device hardware. (to remove the checkmark Visible passwords To view your microSD card storage information:...
  • Page 99: Using The Task Manager

    allows you to “unmount” the Read the dialog and touch Unmount SD card Stop service? Stop microSD card from its communication to the Note: These stopped processes are restarted once the device. This severs the connection so the card device is restarted (power cycled). can be safely removed or reformatted.
  • Page 100: Erasing Device Content

    displays any installed packages or Press and tap . This option sorts Package Sort by size applications from the Market that are taking up the current listing to display Manage applications memory space. Tap to remove them those applications by amount of memory or cache Uninstall from your device.
  • Page 101: Resetting Your Device

    To uninstall third-party applications: Press and tap > > Applications > Manage applications. Important: Only third-party applications can be uninstalled. Applications preinstalled on the device can not be removed. Tap the third-party application, and from the screen, tap Application info Uninstall Resetting Your Device Resetting the device restores all the factory defaults,...
  • Page 102: 2D. Call Log

    The Notification area of the Home screen (upper-left) displays phone notifications, status, or alerts such as: 2D. Call Log Indicates there is Call in progress: a call currently active and in progress. Viewing Call Log (page 88) Indicates an incoming Missed Call: call was missed.
  • Page 103: Call Log Options

    Indicates all outgoing calls Dialed: made from your device. 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.
  • Page 104 allows you to create a new text Send message call options message to the selected entry. (tap) allows you to create a new email that Send email is then addressed to the entry’s available email Call log screen address. provides the time and date of the call and its Time duration.
  • Page 105: Making A Call From Call Log

    to view the information for the Tap a Call log entry to save the View contact > Update existing currently stored Contacts entry. number to an existing entry. Remove to delete the entry from the Call Log list. Tap a destination type Phone, Google, Making a Call From Call Log Corporate...
  • Page 106: Altering A Number From Call Log

    Altering a Number From Call Log Erasing the Call Log If you need to make a call from Call log and you need You can delete either an individual call log entry or all to alter the number prior to dialing, you can add the current entries from the Call log list.
  • Page 107: 2E. Contacts

    Important: To verify your Contacts appear on your device, you must sync your email accounts after setup 2E. Contacts ). (See “Confirming Settings > Accounts & sync Contact Synchronization” on page 95.) Creating a New Contacts Entry Creating a New Contacts Entry (page 93) Saving a Phone Number (page 95) If existing Google and Confirming Contact Synchronization (page 95)
  • Page 108 contacts are stored locally on the device. Tap the fields, and enter Phone First name Last name a name for the new entry. WARNING: If the device is ever reset to its factory default parameters, locally stored contacts can be lost. Tap the label button (to the left of the Phone number...
  • Page 109: Saving A Phone Number

    Tap a destination type ( Phone, Google, Tip: ICE – In Case of Emergency Corporate To make it easier for emergency personnel to identify important contacts, you can list your local emergency Note: You will not see the option to select a destination unless contacts under “ICE”...
  • Page 110 Any change on either side (Phone, Gmail, or numbers, email addresses, pictures, etc.) are updated Corporate/Outlook Contacts), is reflected on the other and synced with your Epic 4G. side after a sync process. For more information about syncing existing managed The process of updating your Contacts tab can take accounts, see “Synchronizing Accounts”...
  • Page 111: Groups

    Groups Contact entry’s Contacts tab Overview page This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a call group. This group can be one of the already present groups (Family, Friends, or Work) or a user- created group. To create a new group: Press and tap...
  • Page 112: Contacts Menu Options

    From the list of contacts, tap the contact(s) you Contacts Menu Options want to add or tap . (A green check-mark Select all appears next to the selected entries.) Press and tap to add the contact(s) to your group. Touch and hold an entry Touch an existing group.
  • Page 113: Contacts Entry Options

    to assign one the entry’s available Contacts Entry Options Mark as default numbers as the default (main) contact number. Add to favorites to copy the current Contacts entry Press and tap to the list within the Favorites tab (page 103). Touch an entry to display to remove the current Remove from favorites...
  • Page 114: Editing A Contacts Entry

    Editing a Contacts Entry Note: When editing a Corporate contact entry, the following category entries appear within the Add more fields option: Nickname Postal address Web address From the Contact’s overview screen, press , and Birthday Anniversary Note and tap Edit.
  • Page 115: Adding A Number To A Contacts Entry

    Adding a Number to a Contacts Editing a Contacts Entry’s Number Entry From the Contact’s overview screen, press and tap Edit From the Contact’s overview screen, press Tap an existing phone number field. and tap Edit. Note: From the phone numbers area, tap Touch and hold the Phone number field to activate the...
  • Page 116: Sending Contacts

    Sending Contacts to attach the contact card to a new Gmail outgoing Internet-based email. Press Assigning a Picture to an Entry Touch an entry to open Assign a picture to display each time a certain contact its overview page. calls you. Press and tap Assigning a picture via the device:...
  • Page 117: Deleting Entries

    Applying a picture to your Google Contact from within your Adding Entries to Your Favorites online Gmail: The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly Log into your Gmail account and go to your access your most used or preferred Contacts entries. Contacts page.
  • Page 118 This process not only synchronizes your contact Note: You must first have an active Facebook page information but also your status, events, and more. populated with friends sharing their contact information. Press and tap If a Contacts entry already exists in with a slightly From the Contact’s tab, press and tap different name, separate entries are created and can...
  • Page 119 Choose from: , or Press and tap Sync Contacts Add all friends Sync Calendar Tap an entry from the list you wish to use as your Done to save these settings and return to main source of contact information. This Accounts and sync screen.
  • Page 120 Unlinking Contacts Press and tap Tap an entry from the Contacts list. From the Contact entry’s overview screen, press and tap the linked Contacts area. Note: The number of linked contacts appear within the Linked Contacts area, ex: 2 linked contacts. The source of those contacts are also shown (ex: Google, Facebook, etc..) to remove a selected contact source...
  • Page 121: 2F. Calendar & Tools

    Google Calendar is an application that synchronizes new and existing entries between your device and your 2F. Calendar & Tools online Google account. Calendar Before You Begin (page 107) Synchronizing Corporate Calendar Events Calendar (page 107) My Files (page 113) Corporate calendars are not synchronized to your Memo (page 114) device by default;...
  • Page 122: Configuring Calendar Settings

    Locate the corporate email account within the Configuring Calendar Settings Managed accounts area of the screen. Press and tap (Calendar) If not present, you will have to add this account JANUARY (page 75). > Settings within the Corporate account field to Tap an onscreen option: reveal the account’s synchronization settings displays the currently managed...
  • Page 123: Adding An Event To The Calendar

    Adding an Event to the Calendar Tap a day to which you would like to add an event and press and tap Create Your Calendar helps you organize your time and The default view for the Calendar is the Month reminds you of important events.
  • Page 124 Assign the new calendar event to a current Note: Some of the previous options appear when compatible account by tapping the field and then Calendar email accounts (such as Outlook) have been created selecting an account. For this example we are and synced.
  • Page 125: Event Reminders

    to store the new event and synchronize it Save Note: option appears when the calendar type is Search with your selected account. set to Corporate Event Reminders Recently allows you to select from recent email recipients. Tap entries and tap When your device is turned on and you have an event Note: When you add participants to a Calendar event, an...
  • Page 126: Viewing Events

    Press to keep these reminders in place Editing an Existing Event and close the Notifications panel. Press and tap JANUARY Viewing Events Tap an event to reveal its details. Press and tap . Once an event has Press and tap Edit JANUARY been created, entries are shown in the default view.
  • Page 127: My Files

    Erasing All Events Accessing File Viewer Press and tap Press and tap > My Files JANUARY Navigation in this viewer works on a hierarchy From the main Calendar screen (Month tab view), structure with folders, subfolders, etc. press and tap Delete Opening Files in File Viewer Select all...
  • Page 128: Memo

    Memo Alarm Clock Your device comes with a memo application that you Your device comes with a built-in alarm clock that has can use to compose and store reminders and notes to multiple alarm capabilities. There is no limit to the help keep you organized.
  • Page 129 To delete an Alarm event: Note: The number of hours and minutes left before the alarm goes off is briefly displayed onscreen after you set the Press and tap > new alarm time. Touch and hold a desired alarm event, tap Delete to select an audio ringtone that will Ringtone...
  • Page 130: Calculator

    To hide the onscreen clock: Note: These advanced panel features are also available when the keyboard is opened in Landscape mode. Press and tap > Press and tap Hide clock Updating Your Device Firmware Calculator You can update your device's software using the option.
  • Page 131 If the option is on, email, Calendar and Touch and hold on a portion of the text message Auto-sync Contacts automatically synchronize whenever a from the string. The context menu Message options change is made. appears. If the option is off, simply tap Auto-sync Note: You can back up stored text messages by forwarding...
  • Page 132: Updating Your Android Operating System

    As an added precaution, to preserve any data on your and follow the onscreen Download microSD card, please remove it from your device prior instructions. ( appears within the Status bar to to starting the update process. (See “Removing the indicate the device is downloading the necessary microSD Card”...
  • Page 133: Updating Your Profile

    Press and tap > > Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to About phone > System Updates > Update Android go out unexpectedly, use this feature to reconnect with the network. Follow the onscreen instructions. – or – Updating Your PRL Locate the Android OS Update Available icon ) in Notifications.
  • Page 134: 2G. Voice Services

    Activating Voice Dialer 2G. Voice Services Press and tap > (Voice Dialer) The screen displays “ ” and the phone Listening prompts you to say the name Voice Dialing (page 120) of the command you want to Opening Menus With Voice Dialer (page 122) use.
  • Page 135: Calling A Contact With Voice Dialer

    <Menu> to jump directly to menu items or If a name has only a single number, or if you Open applications. (See “Opening Menus With Voice know the name but are not sure which number to Dialer” on page 122.) call, say “...
  • Page 136: Opening Menus With Voice Dialer

    Opening Menus With Voice Dialer Text-to-Speech You can jump directly to many menu items or Allows the device to provide a verbal readout of applications by saying “ ” followed by a menu onscreen data such as messages and incoming caller Go to option.
  • Page 137: Voice Search

    overrides any conflicting Voice Search Always use my settings application settings with those you set up within this text-to-speech settings screen. If enabled, and Voice Search works similarly to the Voice Dialer. It uses available as a feature, your device will default to built-in voice recognition software to listen to your using the text-to-speech feature.
  • Page 138: 2H. Microsd Card

    Important: Camera, Camcorder, and Music playback features are dependant on having a memory card 2H. microSD Card installed. Although the Epic 4G comes with a 16GB card (preinstalled), it can support cards of up to 32GB. Removing the microSD Card Your Device’s microSD Card and Adapter (page 124)
  • Page 139 Re-inserting the microSD Card microSD card Slot Remove the battery cover. Grasp the device firmly and locate the cover release latch. Place your fingernail in the opening and firmly Correct “pop” the cover off the device (similar to a soda can).
  • Page 140: Connecting Your Device To Your Computer

    Write Protection WARNING: DO NOT remove a microSD card while the device is accessing or transferring files. Doing so The microSD adapter has a built-in Write Protection will result in loss or damage of data. Make sure lock to prevent accidental overwriting or removal of your battery is fully charged before using the your data when the microSD card and adapter are microSD card.
  • Page 141 Tethering (Phone as a Modem) or to utilize development tools. automatically detect your device.) Go to samsung.com and visit the D700 The USB icon ( ) now appears in the top left Product page, where you can navigate to Notifications area on your device.
  • Page 142 to join the card to your Some system connection might require additional USB connected > Mount device. This “mounting” allows you to access and setup data available online. copy files between your computer and your Once the device is connected to the computer via device's microSD card.
  • Page 143 This entry indicates an error occurred during Note: This process can be reversed from copying data from the USB driver installation process. the microSD card back to the connected computer. Using your mouse, right-click on USB MMC To remove the connection: and select Storage Update Driver...
  • Page 144: Microsd Card Settings

    Notifications area to indicate an Viewing Memory in the microSD Card unmounted internal microSD card. The Epic 4G allows you to review the memory Once released, tap Format SD card > Format SD allocation of both your device’s internal storage and card >...
  • Page 145 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. Doing so may cause the microSD card to fail. DO NOT turn off or restart your computer, or put it into standby mode, while using a mass storage device.
  • Page 146: 2I. Camera

    The storage card that comes installed on your device allows you to use the camera and camcorder features. All pictures and videos are stored on the external 16GB microSD card. The Epic 4G supports SDHC cards of up to 32GB. Taking Pictures To take a picture: Taking pictures with your device’s built-in camera is as...
  • Page 147: Camera Settings

    Holding the phone in landscape mode, use the Note: uses the Epic 4G’s front-facing camera lens, Self shot display screen as a viewfinder and aim the camera so you can still use the display screen to see what lens at your subject.
  • Page 148: Camera Options And Settings

    to adjust the overall image Camera Options and Settings Exposure value brightness. Use the onscreen slider to adjust the Tap the settings icon to access the options and value. settings screens where there are two available tabs. to access the camera options and Settings settings: to exit from a menu and return to the...
  • Page 149 to set a time delay before the camera to help prevent blurriness due to Timer Anti-Shake remotely takes a picture (self-timer). Once a time normal movements and shaking while taking the is selected, and you click the shoot button, you picture.
  • Page 150: View Your Pictures

    to reconfigure your camera settings back to (Details, Set as, Crop, Rotate left, or Reset More their defaults. Rotate Right). Tap an image to open it, and press View Your Pictures options such as (Facebook, Email, Share The Gallery is where you can Picasa, AllShare, Messaging, Bluetooth, or access the Gallery of stored Gmail),...
  • Page 151 to initiate an onscreen slideshow to activate the picture share menu from Slideshow Share displaying every image in the current folder. which you can choose to share the current image via one of many options: – or – to insert your image into your Facebook Menu to display the following image menu...
  • Page 152: Recording Videos

    to open additional image options such as: With the picture displayed, tap More Menu > More > Set , and select an option. Details Set as, Crop, Rotate Left, Rotate Right Details to display image details such as Title, Wallpaper to assign the picture as a background Type, Date taken, Album, Location, Latitude, image.
  • Page 153: Camcorder Settings

    Important: Use the Up and Down Volume buttons to zoom in Mode Recording mode Video settings and out on your subject. Up to 4x zoom is available. in the upper right corner to activate camcorder mode ( Holding the phone in landscape mode, use the display screen as a viewfinder and aim the camera lens at your subject.
  • Page 154 to set the image quality for your Camcorder Options and Settings Recording mode image. Choose from: (for SDHC card Normal Tap the settings icon to access the options and storage) or (sending the video in an Limit for MMS settings screens where there are two available tabs. MMS/video message).
  • Page 155: Video Settings

    to compensate for color differences Video Settings White balance found within different lighting conditions. Choose Press and tap > from: Auto (default), Daylight Cloudy, Incandescent , or Fluorescent From gallery, tap a video icon to begin Camera to apply different color effects onto videos. Effects video playback.
  • Page 156 to remove checkmarks on all files to display video details such as Title, Unselect all Details within the current folder. Type, Date taken, Album, Location, Latitude, and Longitude. Share to share the selected video via one of many options: to upload your selected video file to a YouTube YouTube page.
  • Page 157: 2J. Bluetooth

    Turning Bluetooth On and Off 2J. Bluetooth By default, your device’s Bluetooth feature is set to Turning Bluetooth on activates the internal Bluetooth antenna. Turning Bluetooth On and Off (page 143) Note: Activating Bluetooth can drain your battery faster and reduce your available usage times.
  • Page 158: Using The Bluetooth Settings Menu

    Bluetooth Status Indicators To access the Bluetooth Settings menu: Press and tap > > The following icons show your Bluetooth connection Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings status at a glance: Set your Bluetooth options: Device name Visible – Bluetooth is active Scan devices –...
  • Page 159: Pairing Bluetooth Devices

    To change your Bluetooth name: Pairing Bluetooth Devices Verify your Bluetooth is active. Paired Devices From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Device name The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish Tap the field and enter a new name. Device name trusted connections between your device and another to complete the rename process.
  • Page 160 Verify your Bluetooth is active. Disconnecting a paired device breaks the connection between the device and your Epic 4G, but retains the From the Bluetooth settings page, touch and hold knowledge of the pairing. At a later point when you...
  • Page 161: Sending Contacts Via Bluetooth

    To access a paired device’s settings: Press Verify your Bluetooth is active. Touch an entry to open From the Bluetooth settings page, touch and hold its overview page. the name of the previously paired device. Press and tap and configure the desired options. Options Send namecard via >...
  • Page 162: Disconnecting Bluetooth Connection During

    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 Bluetooth to route the device’s audio through the connected Bluetooth headset (On) or through the speaker (Off).
  • Page 163: Section 3: Sprint Service

    Section 3 Sprint Service...
  • Page 164: Sprint Service: The Basics

    It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of time and priority level 3A. Sprint Service: of the voicemail message. The Basics Setting Up Your Visual Voicemail Your device automatically transfers all unanswered Visual Voicemail (page 150) calls to your voicemail, even if your device is in use or Text Messaging (SMS) (page 156)
  • Page 165 provides a visual timeline for the current Timeline Note: Voicemail Password message. Touch and drag this bar to scrub Sprint strongly recommends that you create a through the message to different points. password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access.
  • Page 166: Configuring Voicemail Options

    Listening to Multiple Voicemail Messages to delete selected messages from your Delete current list of available voicemail messages. When you are done listening to a voicemail message Search to search through voicemail messages for you can easily access other voicemail messages keywords.
  • Page 167: Configuring Voicemail Settings

    to add the sender’s phone to search for an upgrade Add to contacts Check for upgrade number to your Contacts list. to your Visual message software. About Voicemail to view build information Configuring Voicemail Settings about the current visual voicemail application. Press and tap Note:...
  • Page 168: Voicemail Menu

    Changing Your Main Greeting via the Tap the existing identification field and enter a new identifying name or number (used to identify you Voicemail Menu to recipients of your voice messages). Your main greeting can be changed directly via the to save your information.
  • Page 169: Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages

    Touch and hold . If prompted, enter your Note: When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint voicemail password. Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. Sprint recommends that you Using Visual Voicemail to Access Your Messages periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your wireless phone number.
  • Page 170: Text Messaging (Sms)

    Text Messaging (SMS) Press and tap > Notifications – or – With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive Touch and hold the Status bar, then slide your instant text messages between your wireless device finger down the screen. (See “Using the and another messaging-ready phone.
  • Page 171: Accessing Text Messages

    to enter a wireless phone number directly. To reply to a text message: Mobile to enter the recipient’s email address. Email While the message is open, tap the Type to compose field and then type your reply message. If applicable, tap a matching entry from the onscreen drop-down list.
  • Page 172: Multimedia Messaging (Mms)

    Multimedia Messaging (MMS) Tap the field and enter a Contact's name, a mobile phone number, or an email address. As you enter text and numbers, matching contacts With multimedia messaging (MMS), you can send and appear onscreen. receive instant text messages that contain text, pictures, If applicable, tap an available matching recipient audio, recorded voice, or a picture slideshow.
  • Page 173 : Opens the camcorder application. Capture video Volume Meter Recording duration Shoot a video, and then tap to use this video Save in your message. (See “Recording Videos” on page 138.) : Opens the Select audio menu. Use the Audio onscreen navigation to select an audio file and : Opens the message recorder Record audio...
  • Page 174 To view and play a multimedia message: Current Image Image Navigation Press and tap From the message list, tap a multimedia message to open its contents. While the message is open, tap the play icon (on a video or audio file) to play back the file or tap an image to view a picture.
  • Page 175: Deleting A Message Or Message Thread

    Adjust the following fields according to your needs: Note: When replying to a text message with an MMS : Enable this option to delete Delete old messages message, first open the text message, press . The original text message is older text messages that exceed the defined Add subject Attach...
  • Page 176: Caller Id

    : Enable this option if you wish to To permanently block your number, call Sprint Notifications receive a notification in the status bar when a new Customer Service. text or multimedia message arrives. Call Waiting : Allows you to select a ringer to Select ringtone sound when a new message is received.
  • Page 177: Making A 3-Way Call

    to answer the new call. The first caller is Press and tap to access the Answer > Keypad Keypad placed on hold. onscreen dialer. Ignore to send the call to your voicemail box. Make your call to the first recipient. to send the call to your voicemail Ignore with text box and immediately send the caller a text...
  • Page 178: Call Forwarding

    If one of the people you called hangs up during your To deactivate Call Forwarding: call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you Press and tap to access the > initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers Keypad Keypad onscreen dialer.
  • Page 179: Setting Roam Mode

    Roaming on Other Digital Networks Enter your password at the prompt and follow the voice prompts. When you’re roaming on digital networks, your call When you return to the Nationwide Sprint Network, quality and security is similar to the quality you receive voicemail notification will resume as normal.
  • Page 180: Call Guard

    Call Guard To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on: Answer Press Answer . (A message is displayed notifying you Your device has two ways of alerting you when you are that roaming charges will apply.) roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network: the onscreen roaming icon and Call Guard.
  • Page 181: Data Roam Guard

    Data Roam Guard Depending on service availability and roaming agreements, your device may be able to access data services while roaming on certain digital systems. You can set your device to alert you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network and try to use data services such as messaging.
  • Page 182: 3B. Web And Data Services

    Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your device is 3B. Web and Data Services loading the requested service, the touchscreen or QWERTY keyboard may appear unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the device some time to process your data usage Getting Started With Data Services (page 168) request.
  • Page 183: Data Connection Status And Indicators

    Updating Your User Name Note: The Browser automatically launches when a Web link is touched from within either an email or text message. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your services, Data Connection Status and Indicators you must then update the profile on your device.
  • Page 184: Navigating The Web

    Your device is connected to the high-speed Scrolling Sprint Mobile Broadband Network (EVDO). As with other parts of your device’s menu, you’ll have to When the signal bands are animated, your drag up and down to see everything on some device is transferring data (for example, when websites.
  • Page 185: Browser Menu

    Pinching and Zooming Going to a Web Page Zooming in and out on a Web page can be done now Tap the field (top of the browser window) Address and enter a new Web address. without the need of an onscreen zoom tool. Just use your fingers to pinch in or spread out on the screen.
  • Page 186 From any open Web page, press : Reloads the current Web page. Refresh (You will see the browser menu.) Forward : Returns you to a previously viewed page. : Provide additional browser options: More : Assigns the current Web Add bookmark (Menu+a) page as a new bookmark.
  • Page 187 Going to a Specific Website Note: These additional options can also be accessed via the QWERTY keyboard by using a combination of the To go to a particular website by entering a URL (website Menu button ( ) and the specified key address): combination.
  • Page 188 : Provides an overview of : New pages are launched in Open pages in overview Open in background recently opened pages. a separate page and displayed behind the current one. Remove the checkmark to disable Text encoding : Adjusts the current text encoding. this function.
  • Page 189 : Deletes any stored data from . Notifies you if there is a Clear form data Show security warnings previously filled out forms. Tap to complete the security issue with the current website. Remove process. the checkmark to disable this function. : Allows sites to request access to Enable location Press...
  • Page 190 to complete the process. Enter a descriptive name for the new bookmark and tap to store the new entry to your Creating Bookmarks Bookmarks list. From any open Web Creating Bookmarks From Other Tabs page, press . (You From any open Web page, press >...
  • Page 191: Wi-Fi

    Router name and password). Adding Bookmarks to Your Home Screen The Epic 4G is capable of communication with devices using 802. 1 1n speeds (802. 1 1n connections should From any open Web page, press support data rates of over 100 Mbps). 802.11n also...
  • Page 192 To turn Wi-Fi off: Note: When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network. Press and tap > > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi To manually add your new network connection: Tap to remove the green checkmark and Touch Add Wi-Fi network deactivate Wi-Fi.
  • Page 193: 4G Services

    Sprint 4G is currently available in over 35 markets and Viewing your device’s MAC Address counting, and on select devices such as the Epic 4G. Configuring use of either a DHCP or Static IP See www.sprint.com/4G for details. Not all services are...
  • Page 194: Turning 4G On And Off

    Depending on which icons appear within the Notification Icons - Usage Case (4G/3G/Data) Notifications area, your services and features will – No change. The following table indicates what functions 3G unavailable - 4G Available 3G data available. Sprint 4G is and features are available when combinations of these turned on and coverage is available, service icons appear:...
  • Page 195: Sprint Mobile Hotspot

    Tap the onscreen 4G icon to turn on the 4G Touch and hold the Status bar, slide your finger service (turns green when enabled). down the screen. Tap the onscreen 4G icon to turn off the service (turns gray when disabled). Sprint Mobile Hotspot Sprint Mobile Hotspot allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot.
  • Page 196: Email

    Internet-based email services (Gmail™ and Yahoo™) your Epic 4G hotspot from the network list. ® and Corporate Work Email (Outlook The default name for your Epic 4G hotspot is . You can change the name by SPH-D700XXX The device can also be manually configured to connect to other email systems.
  • Page 197 (Post Office Protocol) - This protocol is From a computer, launch a Web browser and supported by most ISPs and is currently more navigate to www.google.com common among consumer applications. POP3 is Depending on your synchronization settings, Google the current standard. Mail, along with calendar events, phone numbers and other contact information on your device are Note:...
  • Page 198: Opening Gmail

    The unique account name is used to differentiate Create and Send Gmail this account from other email accounts accessed Press and tap > by your device. to open your inbox. Inbox See “Adding Additional Internet Email Accounts” on page 189. Press and tap Compose...
  • Page 199 Select the picture you want to attach (indicated by Accessing Email Messages a green checkmark) and tap Depending on your email type, account settings, Email to delete a selected attachment from notifications, ringtone notification, etc, the device your current email. displays the email message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new email.
  • Page 200 To reply to an email message: Status bar With the email message displayed: New email From within Gmail, tap the recipient name from message field and select an email application to begin replying to the sender. Choose from: (Gmail) or Compose Email Email...
  • Page 201 This menu provides both field information and Email settings: Setting Up an Email Account via the Device Signature : Allows you to create an email signature for your outgoing Gmail emails. Press and tap Email : Shows a dialog whenever you Confirm delete Follow the onscreen instructions to setup an email delete an email.
  • Page 202: Opening Email

    Opening Email You can add as many message recipients as you want. Press and tap Email Note: To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy Press and tap Accounts (Bcc) of the current email to other recipients, tap the Cc/Bcc fields.
  • Page 203 Adding Additional Internet Email Accounts : displays the name used in the Your name From field of your outgoing emails. Using only reveals all currently added Email Email check frequency : Tap to adjust the time accounts.To view additional email accounts within the interval used by your device to check your email main Email screen, they must first be added.
  • Page 204 : Adjusts the outgoing Setting Up a Corporate Email Outgoing settings parameters, such as username, password, and Press and tap > other incoming connection parameters (ex: SMTO server). Press and tap Accounts : Allows you to maintain any Forward with files Press and tap Add account.
  • Page 205 Configure your Email check frequency Amount to Important: Key info here is the information. Maintain Domain (days to synchronize between your synchronize the “ ” between the Domain and Username. device and server), and activate any other email Password : typically your network access settings, and then tap Next password (case-sensitive).
  • Page 206 While in a message, use , or Reply Delete Reply Note: To send an additional carbon copy (Cc) or a blind or press to select messaging options, such carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other Add to Contacts Forward Save to Calendar, recipients, tap the...
  • Page 207: Configuring Corporate Email Settings

    Enter a new message body and tap within the Send Corporate account field to To delete an email message: reveal the account’s Touch and hold an email (from your inbox list) and synchronization settings select from the onscreen context menu. Delete screen.
  • Page 208 Tap the parameters you wish to synchronize. enables the device to Email notifications display a status bar icon when new Account settings allows you to configure: emails have been received. displays the name used by the Account name assigns an audible ringtone Select ringtone device to track the account.
  • Page 209 allows you to create an outgoing to store the new signature. Signature email signature attached to new emails sent Configuring Data Synchronization Settings from your device. This feature allows you to determine which current Press to return to the previous screen. applications are synchronized with external server and For more detailed Corporate email information, see at what intervals.
  • Page 210: Using The Android Market

    Using the Android Market Note: Use caution with applications which request access to any personal data, functions, or significant amounts of data usage times. The Android Market provides direct access to a large selection of applications which you can download and If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to pay install on your device.
  • Page 211: Applications

    Reinstalling a Google Application Google NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile If the Android operating system is ever updated, any Sprint Football Live data contained on the device will be erased. The only Sprint Zone data stored on the device are Google applications available via the Android Market.
  • Page 212: Nascar Sprint Cup Mobile

    Press and tap to return to the Home Note: Some Sprint data applications may not work with a main NASCAR page. This applies to each of Wi-Fi connection present. If prompted, disable your these options. device's Wi-Fi feature while using these applications. launches a an onscreen board Leaderboard NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile...
  • Page 213: Sprint Football Live

    is your insider to NASCAR by displays help information for Miss Sprint Cup Settings and Help providing news, information, blogs and twitter usage of the NASCAR application and features. updates to the goings-on within NASCAR. Exit to quit the NASCAR application. displays a list of selectable multimedia Videos Press...
  • Page 214: Sprint Zone

    (default home page) displays a screen allows you to exit the Sprint Football Live 2010 Draft Exit full of draft information such as Draft Insider, application. Tap to exit. Exclusive Blog, Draft Tracker, Pick’Em, Mock Draft, Sprint Zone and Draft Prospects. launches a team-specific page with Favorite Team A free application that lets you stay connected to all the...
  • Page 215 Touch the fields and to begin recording. Username Password enter your information. to stop recording. Sign in . Your device Enter a title for your video segment and select then communicates with those services you wish to use to distribute your the Qik servers to confirm video.
  • Page 216: Entertainment: Tv And Music

    DivX (page 202) round out your on-the-go playlist. Media Hub (page 205) DivX Sprint TV (page 208) Music (page 209) ® The Epic 4G recognizes DivX Streaming Music (page 211) encoded media files. YouTube (page 211) ® ® DivX , DivX Certified...
  • Page 217 DRM (Digital Rights Management) system that restricts To play purchased DivX playback to only registered DivX Certified devices. movies on your Samsung If you try to play DivX VOD content not authorized for Epic device, you will first your device, the message "Authorization Error" will be need to complete a displayed and your content will not play.] Learn more at...
  • Page 218 DRM-free DivX movies. file and initiate the transfer process. Registration of your device is only required for playback Connect your Samsung Epic to the computer via of protected DivX material. USB and transfer this video. (See “Connecting Your Device to Your Computer”...
  • Page 219: Media Hub

    Start Using Media Hub Media Hub Sign into your Google account. (See “Signing In to Your Google Account” on page 56.) Samsung Media Hub™ is your one stop for the hottest Note: After tapping the application, you may also Media Hub movie and TV content.
  • Page 220 Press and tap : displays movies that are available for > Media Hub Movie Store rent or purchase. Scroll through the movie Press and tap My Account > CREATE categories at the top of the screen. ACCOUNT Touch a category and then movies of that type Use the keypad to enter the required information, will be displayed below.
  • Page 221: Media Hub Notices

    Content will be viewable on only 1 device in your Media Hub Notices account. For Sprint Epic 4G, Media Content is downloaded Any media item (Media Content) may be rented or and saved onto the SD card. purchased after you create an account in Media Hub.
  • Page 222: Sprint Tv

    You must finish watching rented Media Content Sprint TV within 24 consecutive hours of start of playback. Stopping, pausing or restarting rented Media Your Sprint TV Channel Options Content does not extend the available viewing time. The Sprint TV application offers a wide variety of In no event will rented Media Content be available accessible channels.
  • Page 223: Music

    Select an onscreen category ( Bestselling Albums Note: The first time you access a channel, the system will , or Bestselling Songs Browse By Genre Search prompt you to purchase access (unless the channel doesn't have a monthly fee). Tap Subscribe Follow the onscreen instructions to locate the purchase access, or tap...
  • Page 224 From the Music display, select an option: Touch and hold a song you’d like to add to a playlist. This action reveals an onscreen context Artists to display your current local music files menu. sorted by artist. and select either a Add to playlist Current to display your current local music files...
  • Page 225: Streaming Music

    Backing Up Your Downloaded Music Files Select to see and hear a preview of your Preview selected channel (if available). Sprint recommends you back up your downloaded – or – music files to your computer. (See “Connecting Your Select Subscribe to purchase a monthly Device to Your Computer”...
  • Page 226: Allshare

    To view a video, touch an available preview you to play local device content on a Wi-Fi thumbnail or touch the title link. capable TV or playback device. The Epic 4G can then be used as a remote to control playback. Press to return to the previous page.
  • Page 227 Share sound indicates the file has been selected. allows you to turn on your Access point network . The Epic 4G then begins to Add to playlist Wi-Fi functionality and connect to an available search to compatible Wi-Fi devices. Wi-Fi Access Point.
  • Page 228 Receiving Media From a Server Press and tap > adjacent to one of the selected transmission methods. (This procedure assumes selection of the second option.) Tap a source media server from the onscreen list. If you server does not appear, tap Refresh 3C.
  • Page 229: 3D. Gps Navigation

    Use this application to find directions, location Activating Location Mode information, business addresses, etc., all right from your Epic 4G. Determine your current location with or Before using any of the location-based services, you without GPS, get driving and transit directions and get must turn on your device’s location mode.
  • Page 230 Before you begin using this feature you must activate To use Google Maps: your GPS hardware and agree to share location Press and tap information with Google. > To enable your device’s GPS Location feature: If prompted, read the Press and tap >...
  • Page 231: Sprint Navigation

    Before you can use Sprint Navigation, your device and This keyword can be a category name (such as service must be registered. pizza, steak, burger), a business name (Samsung, Sprint), or a Google friend who is sharing their Press and tap >...
  • Page 232: Getting Driving Directions

    Using Sprint Navigation those local addresses assigned to Contacts: previously entered Contacts. Before you can use Sprint Navigation, your device and Search lets you search for locations from dozens service must be registered. of options such as Food/Coffee Gas Stations Press and tap >...
  • Page 233: Using A Physical Address

    Using a Physical Address After you enter the location and receive driving directions, you can alter the information being Before you can use Sprint Navigation, your device and displayed by using one of three other driving options: service must be registered. Traffic Summary , and...
  • Page 234: Using A Local Business Category

    Using a Local Business Category Press and tap > > Drive To > The Epic 4G can also cross-reference your current Address. location with local business and points of interest, such as Grocery Stores, Gas Stations, Wi-Fi Spots, Malls, Note: A 2D map is a flat representation f your projected Hospitals, etc.
  • Page 235: Sharing A Recent Location With Others

    to store your information and begin the To create a My Favorites location from a Recent Place: Search search. Press and tap > > Drive To > Tap a matching entry based on star ratings and Recent Places. distances. Use the directional arrow keys to highlight a recent To search for the nearest gas station in your area: place from the list.
  • Page 236: Configuring Your Navigation Preferences

    to complete the delivery process. allows you to display onscreen tips: Send Now Tips: Always On Always Off Configuring Your Navigation Preferences Connection: allows you to assign the GPS connection method: , or MDS(BES) Press and tap > > Default is Share &...
  • Page 237: Launching The Product Tour

    lets you change navigation settings, lets you change the audio read Navigation: Navigation Audio: including: out given during your navigation session: Route Style: allows you to choose the method Settings: allows you to setup the level of detail which is used to provide you directions from used for the directions when spoken: Full Point A to Point B.
  • Page 238: Navigation

    Navigation Another Google Maps navigation application is available on your device. It uses your current location (provided by GPS communication to your device) to provide various location-based services. Press and tap > (Navigation) Read the onscreen disclaimer and tap Accept Choose from the following onscreen options: Speak Destination to use the voice recognition...
  • Page 239: Section 4: Safety And Warranty

    Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
  • Page 240: Important Safety Information

    General Precautions 4A. Important Safety There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone Information properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service. To maximize performance, do not touch the bottom portion of your phone where the internal antenna is located while General Precautions (page 226) using the phone.
  • Page 241: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To

    Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Maintaining Safe Use of and Access Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio to Your Phone frequency (RF) signals. However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded electronic equipment. Do Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency Calls RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately Mobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions.
  • Page 242: Caring For The Battery

    Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas Please Note the Following Information When Using Your To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone Handset off when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating two-way radios should be turned off. Construction WARNING REGARDING DISPLAY crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives.
  • Page 243: Radio Frequency (Rf) Energy

    Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries not aware of similar problems with Sprint phones resulting from the proper use of batteries and accessories approved Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can by Sprint or the manufacturer of your phone. Use only Sprint- be burned.
  • Page 244: Fcc Radio Frequency Emission

    updated standard after reviewing the available body of the level reported to the FCC. This is because of a variety of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission factors including its proximity to a base station antenna, phone (FCC) adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August design and other factors.
  • Page 245: Owner's Record

    This is helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection Model: Epic 4G™ against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency Serial No.:...
  • Page 246: User Guide Proprietary Notice

    User Guide Proprietary Notice T9 Text Input is licensed by Nuance Communications, Inc. and is covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending. User Guide template version 9a_FM (April 2009) 4A. Important Safety Information...
  • Page 247: 4B. Manufacturer's Warranty

    SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC Manufacturer’s Warranty (page 233) ("SAMSUNG") warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's phones and accessories ("Products") are free Your phone has been designed to provide you with from defects in material and workmanship under normal use reliable, worry-free service.
  • Page 248 Product; (i) any other acts which are not the fault of SAMSUNG; ninety (90) days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be or (j) Product used or purchased outside the United States.
  • Page 249 What Are The Limits On Samsung's Warranty/liability? SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS," AND LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM...
  • Page 250: End User License Agreement For Software

    WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. should not be relied upon.
  • Page 251 IN THIS EULA, YOU MUST CLICK THE "DECLINE" BUTTON, Software. DISCONTINUE USE OF THE SOFTWARE. 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung grants you the following its affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered...
  • Page 252 License will terminate automatically without OR ADVICE GIVEN BY SAMSUNG OR A SAMSUNG notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the terms AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this EULA, WARRANTY.
  • Page 253 Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or liability of Samsung under any provision of this EULA and your written communications, proposals and representations with exclusive remedy hereunder shall be limited to the greater of...
  • Page 254 Samsung’s Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and return all No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior settings to default settings.
  • Page 255: Index

    Index Airplane Mode 79 Android Market 196 Activating 79 Accessing 196 Deactivating 79 Downloads 117 Alarm Installing a Google Symbols Customizing the Onscreen Application 196 Clock 115 Launching a Google Numerics Delete an Existing Alarm 115 Application 196 3-Way Call 61, 163 Disable an Existing Alarm My Downloads 196, 197 Reinstalling a Google...
  • Page 256 Audible Touch Notifications 68 Battery Use 22 Clear cache 174 Audible selection 68 Viewing 71 Clear history 174 Audible touch tones 68 Bluetooth 143–148 Clear Location Access 175 Haptic feedback 68 Accessing the Paired Clear Passwords 175 SD card notifications 68 Device’s Settings 147 Cookies 174 Auto-Rotate Feature 38...
  • Page 257 Select Text 172 Altering a Number 92 Video Viewer 140 Selecting Onscreen Text 173 Erasing 92 YouTube 142 Text Size 173 Making a Call 91 Camcroder Browser Menu 171–177 Options 89 Email 142 Saving a Number 91 Gmail 142 Calculator 116 Call Waiting 162 Camera 132–142 Advanced panel 116...
  • Page 258 Clear Default 86 Entry Options 99 Create and Send 192 Clear Location Access 175 Linking 105 Creating a Signature 195 Connection Saving a Phone Number 95 Creation 190 Troubleshooting 128 Sending via Bluetooth 102, Deleting 193 Contact Icon 138 Email Signature 77 Contacts 93–106 Sending via Email 102 Opening 191...
  • Page 259 Device Settings 67–87 Entering Text 42–56 Airplane Mode 79 Edit Sync Groups 123ABC Mode 50 Display Settings 70–73 Assigning a Picture to Device ABC Mode 45 Location Settings 73 Additional QWERTY Text Messaging Settings 156– Edit text menu 101 Options 52 Email 182 Android Keyboard 42 Sound Settings 67–70...
  • Page 260 Gmail 96 Creating an Account 56 Facebook 136, 137 Accessing Email Messages Synchronizing an Account Adding Your Friends to your Contacts 104 Account Settings 186 Google Applications Get Friends 104 Assigning a Contacts Image Back up 117 Logging In 104 Google Contact Phonebook 36 Back up 116...
  • Page 261 Home Screen Media Hub Adding Web Bookmarks Key Functions 11 Create New Account 205 Keyboard Backlight 71 Logout 206 Customizing 33 Keyboard Timeout 71 Manage My Devices 206 Extended Screens 28 My Account 206 Overview 26 Language My Payment Methods 206 Homepage Settings 73 My Purchases 206...
  • Page 262 Menu Key 23 Formatting 85 Multimedia Messaging 158 Add 23 Total space 84 Composing 158 Notifications 23 Troubleshooting Connection Opening 160 Search 23 Replying to 160 Settings 23 Umnount 85 Settings 161 Wallpaper 23 microSD Card 124–131 Music 209–211 Menu Navigation 38 Adapter 126 Assigning a New Ringtone Using Your Fingers 38...
  • Page 263 Plugins 174 NASCAR Orientation 38, 70 Plus Code Dialing 66, 78 Community 199 Outlook Primary Shortcuts 29 Exit 199 Account Management PRL Updates Fantasy 199 Settings 76 Downloading 119 FanZone 199 Synchronizing 75 Profile Updates Leaderboard 198 Outlook Email 190 Downloading 119 Miss Sprint 199 Owner’s Record 231...
  • Page 264 Stop Service 85 Share Assigning 65 AllShare 137, 142 Calling 66 Safety Information 226–232 Bluetooth 137 Setting 58 Samsung Mobile Driver 127 Email 137 Speed Dialing 65 Saving a Phone Number 63, 95 Facebook 137 Favorites 65 Screen Lock 81 Gmail 137...
  • Page 265 News 200 Sharing a Recent Location Swype Team Pages 200 Configuring 47 Tweets 200 Turn by Turn Directions 220 Enabling 47 Sprint Mobile Hotspot 181, 197 Using 218 Entering Numbers 51 Passkey 181 Using a Local Business Entering Symbols 51 Sprint Navigation 217 Category 220 Help 48...
  • Page 266 Tethered Mode 127 Use Wireless Networks Tethering 127 Unlock Pattern 81 Activating 215 Text Changing the Pattern 83 User Dictionary 44 Selecting on Web Page 173 Configuring Settings 82 Accessing 44 Text Entry Creating 81 Customizing 44 see Entering Text 52 Forgotten Your Pattern 83 User Name 168 Text Message...
  • Page 267 Editing the From Name 154 Volume Wi-Fi Enabling the Speakerphone Media 68 Connecting to a Network Ringer 68 Listening to Multiple Manually Scanning 178 Messages 152 Wallpaper 71, 138 Settings 178, 179 Options 152 Gallery 72 Status Indicators 179 Setting Up 150 Home screen 138 Turning Off 178 Settings 153...

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