Page 1: User Guide
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Get Started ..............................1 Your Phone at a Glance ........................1 Set Up Your Phone ..........................1 Remove the Back Cover ....................... 2 Install the SIM Card ........................2 Install a Memory Card ........................3 Install the Battery .......................... 4 Replace the Back Cover .......................
Page 3 Text Input Methods ........................29 Google Voice Typing ........................30 Samsung Keyboard ........................30 Swype ............................31 Tips for Editing Text ........................32 Phone Calls ..............................33 Make Phone Calls ..........................33 Call Using the Keypad ........................ 33 Call from Logs ..........................33 Call from Contacts ........................
Page 4 Sign In to Your Google Account ....................56 Access Gmail ..........................56 Send a Gmail Message ....................... 57 Read and Reply to Gmail Messages ..................57 Samsung Account ..........................58 Email ..............................58 Add an Email Account ......................... 58 Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account ................. 59 Compose and Send Email ......................
Page 5 NextRadio ........................... 77 Spotify ............................77 Google Play Movies & TV ........................77 Google Play Books ..........................77 Google Play Games ..........................77 Google Play Newsstand ........................78 Samsung Apps ............................ 78 Sprint Zone ............................78 Sprint TV & Movies ..........................78...
Page 6 NASCAR Mobile 2014......................... 79 NBA Game Time ..........................79 eBay ..............................79 Eureka Offers ............................80 Web and Data ............................. 81 Wi-Fi ..............................81 Turn Wi-Fi On or Off ........................81 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network ..............81 Internet ..............................
Page 7 Tools and Calendar ........................... 101 Bluetooth ............................101 Turn Bluetooth On or Off ......................101 Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit ................... 101 Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit ....................102 Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device ................. 102 Send Information Using Bluetooth ....................
Page 8 Sprint Fit Live ............................ 117 Smart Remote ........................... 118 Configure Smart Remote ......................118 Customize Your Smart Remote ....................118 Use Your Smart Remote to Control Your TV ................119 Voice Recorder ..........................119 Voice Search ............................. 122 microSD Card ............................ 122 Install a microSD Card ......................
Page 9 Search Settings ......................... 134 Settings Options ........................134 Wi-Fi Settings ............................ 135 Configure Wi-Fi Settings ......................135 Advanced Wi-Fi Settings ......................135 Wi-Fi Direct Settings ......................... 136 Hotspot Settings ..........................137 Turn Hotspot On or Off ......................137 Configure Hotspot ........................137 Allowed Devices ........................
Page 10 Touch Sounds ........................... 151 Screen Lock Sound ........................151 Haptic Feedback ........................151 Emergency Tone ........................151 Samsung Keyboard Sound Settings ..................152 Samsung Applications Sound Settings ..................152 Music Effects ..........................155 Display Settings ..........................155 Brightness ..........................155 Font ............................
Page 11 Backup and Reset Settings ....................... 172 Language And Input Settings ......................173 Choose a Default Language ..................... 173 Set a Default Input Method ....................... 173 Samsung Keyboard Settings ....................174 Swype Settings ......................... 176 Google Voice Typing Settings....................177 Speech Settings ........................178 Mouse/Trackpad Settings ......................
Page 12 Default Applications Settings ......................187 Calendar Settings ..........................187 Call Settings ............................188 Call Rejection ..........................188 Answering and Ending Calls ..................... 189 Call-Related Status Pop-Ups ....................189 Show Caller Information ......................189 Call Alerts ..........................190 Call Accessories ........................190 TTY Mode ..........................
Page 13: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Sprint service the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary features. Set Up Your Phone Prior to use, it is necessary to install the SIM card, optional memory card (not included), and the battery.
Page 14: Remove The Back Cover
Remove the Back Cover Carefully remove the back cover from the phone. 1. Remove the back cover using the slot on the top of your phone. 2. Carefully lift the cover. Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. Install the SIM Card Follow these instructions to install the SIM card.
Page 15: Install A Memory Card
■ Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket (as shown) until the card locks into place. Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into the phone and that the upper-left angled corner of the card is positioned as shown. Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the phone will not detect the SIM card.
Page 16: Install The Battery
Install the Battery Follow these instructions for installing the battery. ■ Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone, and gently press the battery into place. Replace the Back Cover Follow these instructions for replacing the back cover. ■...
Page 17: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance
Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance This device is rated IP67 using the Ingress Protection rating system. The dust rating is 6 (highest level of protection) and the water resistance rating is 7 (water resistant up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes). Despite this classification, your device is not impervious to water damage in any situation.
Page 18: Activate Your Phone
Charge the Battery 1. On the bottom of the phone, gently lift the multipurpose jack cover to reveal the USB Charger/Accessory Port. 2. Plug the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory Port on the bottom of the phone. 3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging Head into an electrical outlet to charge your battery.
Page 19: Complete The Setup
Samsung Account: Your Samsung Account is used for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Samsung Account, or sign up for a new Samsung Account.
Page 20: Set Up Voicemail
Set Up Voicemail Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your Sprint Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Note: Voicemail Password –...
Page 21: Manage Your Account
Data Services Password With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize Premium Service purchases. For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone.
Page 22: Sprint Support Services
Sprint Support Services Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance from your Sprint phone. Sprint 411 Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings; movie listings or show times; driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information.
Page 23: Phone Basics
Phone Basics Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your phone. Your Phone’s Layout This illustration outlines your phone’s basic layout.
Page 24 ● Power/Lock Key: Turns the phone on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the screen. Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the phone off or restart it, or for easy access to Airplane mode, Emergency Mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
Page 25: Turn Your Phone On And Off
Turn Your Phone On and Off Use the Power/Lock key to turn the phone on or off. Turn the Phone On ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key. Turn the Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2.
Page 26: Features
Features Your phone offers new features for using gestures to interact with your phone. Motions and Gestures Control your phone by making specific gestures with your hand above the phone’s screen. ● Air browse: Scroll through pages, or move to the previous or next item, by moving your hand up and down, or left and right, over the screen.
Page 27: Multi Window
Multi Window Use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Turn Multi Window On or Off Turn Multi window on or off in Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Multi window to enable or disable the option. Display Multi Window After you turn Multi window on in Settings, you can control whether the Multi window tray displays on the screen, for easy access to its features.
Page 28: Touchscreen Navigation
1. Tap the Multi window tab to display the tray, and then drag apps to the windows. 2. You can also use these Multi window options:  Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window: Drag the border between the windows to a new position.
Page 29: Touch And Hold
Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Phone Basics...
Page 30 Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Phone Basics...
Page 31 Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Phone Basics...
Page 32 Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list. Phone Basics...
Page 33 Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. Note: You can control screen rotation with the Screen rotation setting. To make this selection, from home Apps >...
Page 34: Your Home Screen
Pinch and Spread “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Tip: Pinching any home screen will show you options to customize home screens, or tap a thumbnail to go straight to another screen.
Page 35: Customize Your Home Screen
Customize Your Home Screen You can customize your home screen by adding shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Create a Shortcut Use shortcuts to launch an app from the home screen. 1. From home, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app icon, and then drag it to a home screen and release it. Move a Shortcut Move a shortcut to another home screen.
Page 36 Create a Primary Shortcut Primary shortcuts appear at the bottom of the home screen by default. You can remove or replace any of the primary shortcuts, except the Apps shortcut. 1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it. –...
Page 37: Extended Home Screens
3. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap Set wallpaper. If you choose an image from Gallery or Dropbox, you can adjust the crop box to decide what’s displayed, and then tap Done to set it as the wallpaper. Configure Home Screen Settings Choose options for the home screen.
Page 38: Status Bar And Notification Panel
Status Bar and Notification Panel The status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view notifications, open the Notification panel by touching and holding the Status bar and dragging it down.
Page 39 Icon Description Battery is charging Battery is fully charged Notification Icons Icon Description Missed call New email New Gmail New message New voicemail New Hangouts message New Sprint Zone message Event USB connection App update(s) available App update(s) successful Downloading Keyboard active (choose input method) Phone Basics...
Page 40: Notification Panel
Icon Description Screen lock setup needed Attention needed: System error or alert More notifications available: See notification panel Determining location. Notification Panel The Notification panel displays details about your phone’s status, and it provides easy access to common settings and features. 1.
Page 41: Enter Text
Your device offers several text input methods. ● Samsung keyboard allows you to enter text by tapping keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to common words so you can select a word to insert it into your text.
Page 42: Google Voice Typing
Google voice typing. Samsung Keyboard With Samsung Keyboard, it's easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers. Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification panel, and then tap Choose input method >...
Page 43: Swype
 If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe your finger over to switch between languages. Configure Samsung Keyboard ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input, and then tap beside Samsung keyboard.
Page 44: Tips For Editing Text
Tips for Editing Text These tips allow you to cut or copy selected text and paste it into a separate selected area. 1. In a text entry field, double-tap the text, and then drag the sliders to select the text. 2.
Page 45: Phone Calls
Phone Calls With the Sprint National Network and your phone, you can enjoy clear calling across the country. Make Phone Calls There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone. Call Using the Keypad The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s keypad screen. 1.
Page 46: Call A Number In A Text Message
Call a Number in a Text Message While viewing a text message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message. For more information, see Text and Multimedia Messaging. 1. From home, tap Messages.
Page 47: Receive Phone Calls
Receive Phone Calls When you receive a call, you can accept the call, or reject the call to send it to voicemail. You can also reject a call with a message, to send a text message to the caller. Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail. Answer an Incoming Call When you receive a phone call from a number stored in Contacts, the contact’s information displays on the screen.
Page 48: Phone Call Options
Phone Call Options The Phone app provides many useful features and options to help you make the most of your calling experience. Dialing Options 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. While dialing a call, tap More for options, including:  Add 2-sec pause: Insert a 2-second pause into the number you are dialing.
Page 49: Call Waiting
Call Waiting When you’re on a call, your phone notifies you by displaying the call information on the screen, and vibrating, if you’ve set up vibration for incoming calls. Respond to an Incoming Call While You’re On a Call ■ Slide to the right.
Page 50: In Call Options
Deactivate Call Forwarding 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap 3. Tap . A tone plays to confirm the deactivation of Call Forwarding. In Call Options While you’re on a call, you can use options to find information or multitask during the call. ●...
Page 51: Voicemail
● Menu for more options:  Contacts: Launch Contacts.  Memo: Launches Memo to create a memo during a call.  Messages: Launches Messages to create a new message.  Personalize call sound: Adjust sounds on the call to your preferences. •...
Page 52: Voicemail Notification
Use Visual Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail 2. Tap an entry to listen to the message. Note: You are charged for airtime minutes when you access voicemail from your wireless phone. Use Another Phone to Access Messages 1.
Page 53: Set Up Visual Voicemail
Set up Visual Voicemail Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Note: To set up your traditional voicemail, see Set Up Voicemail.
Page 54: Visual Voicemail Options
Visual Voicemail Options Your visual voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Tap a message to review it. The following options are available while reviewing a voicemail message: Note: Not all options are available for all messages.
Page 55: Edit The Display Name
Edit the Display Name From your Visual Voicemail menu, you can quickly change the name or number attached to your voice messages. This name or number identifies you to recipients of your voicemail messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
Page 56 Send a Message from Logs You can send a message to a number from a recent call record. 1. From home, tap Phone > Logs. 2. Tap a call record, and then tap to create a message to the number. Tip: You can also swipe across a call record from right to left to create a message.
Page 57: Access Call Settings
Add Numbers to the Reject List from Logs You can save numbers from recent logs to the reject list, to automatically reject incoming calls from the number. For more information about rejecting calls automatically, see Call Rejection. 1. From home, tap Phone >...
Page 58: Contacts
Outlook account set up on your phone. ● Samsung account contacts are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account, if you have a Samsung account set up on your phone. ● Device contacts are stored locally on the phone.
Page 59: Contacts Settings
Contacts Settings Choose options for contacts, including choosing how contacts display, importing and exporting contacts, and more. You can access Contacts Settings in two ways: ● From the Contacts app: From home, tap Contacts > Menu > Settings > Contacts. ●...
Page 60: Save A Phone Number
 Tap Ringtone to choose a ringtone to play for calls from the contact.  Tap Add another field to add new fields for the contact. 3. Tap Save to save the new contact. Save a Phone Number You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad. 1.
Page 61: Assign A Ringtone To A Contact
3. Tap to assign a picture to the contact:  Image: Choose a picture from Gallery.  Tagged pictures: Choose a tagged photo from Gallery.  Take picture: Take a new picture. 4. Follow the prompts to save the picture to the contact. Assign a Ringtone to a Contact You can assign a special ringtone to individual contacts for more personalization.
Page 62: Save A Business Card As A Contact
Delete Multiple Contacts 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Menu > Delete, and then tap contacts to select them, or tap Select all. 3. Tap Done. Save a Business Card as a Contact Take a picture of a business card, and your phone recognizes the information to save the business card in Contacts, and create a new contact from the info on the business card.
Page 63: Speed Dials
Speed Dials Speed dials are 1-to-3 digit shortcuts you can assign to contacts, to make dialing faster. Speed dial 1 is reserved for Voicemail. Assign Speed Dials 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Menu > Speed dial. 3.
Page 64: Groups
Make a Call from Favorites 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Favorites, and then tap a contact to dial the contact’s default telephone number. The default number is set in contacts, when you enter multiple phone numbers for a contact. Create a Shortcut to a Favorite You can create a shortcut to a favorite, to access their information directly from the home screen.
Page 65 Add Contacts to a Group 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. 3. Tap Add, and then tap the contact(s) you want to add. 4. Tap Done. Send a Message to a Group You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in their contact record.
Page 66: Share Contacts
Share Contacts You can quickly share contacts via Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messages, or Wi-Fi Direct, add them to Dropbox, or send them to print. Send Contact Information You can copy a contact’s information into a text message and send it. 1.
Page 67: Import And Export Contacts
Import and Export Contacts You can import or export contacts from the phone’s memory (USB storage), or from an optional, installed memory card (SD card, not included). You might have contacts stored in phone memory or on a memory card if you are moving from an old phone, or if you received them via Bluetooth from another device. Contacts you export are saved as namecards (.vcf), which can be imported into other apps or devices that support the namecard format.
Page 68: Accounts And Messaging
Accounts and Messaging With Sprint service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play Store, require a free Google account.
Page 69: Send A Gmail Message
Send a Gmail Message Send and receive Gmail from your phone. 1. From home, tap Google folder > Gmail. 2. From the Inbox, tap , and then enter the email address(s) in the To field. To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email to other recipients, tap Menu >...
Page 70: Samsung Account
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Samsung account, and then tap Sign in or Create new account. 3. Follow the prompts to sign into your account, or create a new account. Note: Tap Help for more information about Samsung accounts, or for help with your account.
Page 71: Add A Microsoft Exchange Activesync Account
Add Additional Email Accounts If you already have an email account set up on your phone, you can still add a new account from Email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap Menu > Settings > Manage accounts. 3.
Page 72: Compose And Send Email
Compose and Send Email Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
Page 73: Manage Your Email Inbox
Manage Your Email Inbox The following procedures allow you to view, refresh, sort, and delete your email messages. View Your Email Inbox 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. If you have multiple accounts set up on your phone, tap the toolbar at the top of the screen and then choose one from the menu.
Page 74: Edit Email Settings
Delete Multiple Email Messages 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap Menu > Delete, and tap the check boxes beside messages you want to delete. – or – Touch and hold on a message you want to delete, and then tap check boxes for additional messages to delete.
Page 75: Text And Multimedia Messaging
Text and Multimedia Messaging With Text Messaging (SMS), you can send and receive text messages between your phone and another phone that supports messaging. Multimedia messages, (MMS), can contain text and pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files, picture slideshows, contact namecards (vCard), or calendar events (vCalendar). See your service plan for applicable charges for messaging.
Page 76: Save And Resume A Draft Message
5. To add an attachment, tap , and then select a file to attach:  Image: Choose a picture from Gallery.  Take picture: Launch the Camera to take a photo, and then add it to your message by tapping Save. ...
Page 77: New Messages Notification
New Messages Notification Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification for new text and multimedia messages, see Message Settings for details.
Page 78 Reply to a Message 1. From home, tap Messages. 2. From the message list, tap a message. 3. Tap the Enter message field and then type your reply message. 4. When the message is complete, tap Send. Protect a Message from Deletion You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the conversation.
Page 79: Access Messages Settings
Delete a Message 1. From home, tap Messages. 2. While viewing a conversation, touch and hold the message that you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete on the options menu, and then follow the prompts to confirm the deletion. Access Messages Settings The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications.
Page 80: Social Networking Accounts
Social Networking Accounts Stay in touch on the go with all your social networking accounts. Post updates on Facebook and Twitter, review your LinkedIn contacts, see what everyone’s talking about on YouTube, and more. Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on-the-go Facebook access.
Page 81: Google
Note: It is not necessary to sign in to YouTube to view content. However, if you wish to sign in to access additional options, tap Menu > Sign in. Select an account (if available) or create a new account. (Even if you sign in to YouTube via the Web, you must separately sign in via your phone.) Google+ Google+™...
Page 82: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment All your phone’s features are accessible through the Applications list. Note: Available apps and services are subject to change at any time. Google Play Store ™ The Google Play Store app is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and books for your phone.
Page 83: Create A Google Wallet Account
Create a Google Wallet Account You must have a Google Wallet account associated with your Google Account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app. The first time you turn on your phone, the setup process will prompt you to create a Google Wallet account.
Page 84: Scout
Enable Location To use Google Maps, enable your phone’s GPS location service and agree to share location information with Google. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Location. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Location to turn the service on. To launch the Google Maps application: ■...
Page 85: Music
Music The Music app plays music files. Use Music to browse your music library, play songs, and create playlists. You can also set songs as ringtones for incoming calls, or as alarm tones. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer.
Page 86: Use Playlists
Use Playlists Create playlists to group songs, so you can listen to them together. 1. From home, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap the Playlists tab, and then use these options:  Tap an existing playlist to play its songs. While playing, tap Menu for playlist options.
Page 87 Share Music You can share music with other nearby devices. Note: Your phone and the other device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network, and the other device must have its Nearby devices feature turned on. For more information, For more information, see Nearby Devices Settings.
Page 88: Sprint Music Plus
Sprint Music Plus With Sprint Music Plus and the Music Store, Ringtone Store, and Ringback Tone Store, you can purchase, download, and play music, ringtones, and ringback tones for your phone. Install the Sprint Music Plus App on Your Phone Before you use Sprint Music Plus on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play Store.
Page 89: Nextradio
3. Tap a song to select it. (The song information screen is displayed.) 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to preview or purchase the song. Tap at any time to display the Sprint Music Plus menu. Tip: For ringtones or ringback tones, tap Ringtone Store or Ringback Tone Store from the Sprint Music Plus main menu.
Page 90: Google Play Newsstand
■ From home, tap Google folder > Play Newsstand. Samsung Apps Browse, search, and find apps to download and install on your phone. Log in to your Samsung account to manage your downloads. ■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung Apps.
Page 91: Nascar Mobile 2014
Your Sprint TV Channel Options The Sprint TV application offers a wide variety of accessible channels. Subscription options include comprehensive basic packages as well as a full menu of “a la carte” channels. Visit sprintchannels.mobitv.com for more information on channels and pricing. Watch TV 1.
Page 92: Eureka Offers
Eureka Offers Eureka is a unique, convenient, feature-packed shopping companion that provides discount opportunities for major brands and local merchants, all under one roof. Eureka provides unbeatable deals with a clean, easy-to-use package, with powerful features. Take advantage of discounts from major brands and local merchants, share your favorite deals with friends and family, access loyalty cards, and create/manage personalized product lists.
Page 93: Web And Data
Web and Data The following topics address your phone’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Applications and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Your phone’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections, including: Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet.
Page 94 Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi. 2. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured) of detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed.  When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network. ...
Page 95: Internet
Internet Your phone’s Internet browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using your phone’s 3G or 4G mobile data or Wi-Fi connections. ■ From home, tap Internet. Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the SprintWeb home page.
Page 96: Your User Name
When your phone is connected to the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network, the Sprint Spark icon appears in the status bar. Note: The Sprint Spark network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to it. Your User Name When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com”.
Page 97: Turn Hotspot On Or Off
Turn Hotspot On or Off To conserve battery life, turn Hotspot on when you need it and turn it off when you’re finished. You can control Hotspot from Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Hotspot, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Hotspot to turn Hotspot on or off. Connect a Device to Your Phone’s Hotspot When you connect a device to your phone’s Hotspot feature, the device can access your phone’s connection to the mobile data network.
Page 98: Add A Vpn
Set a Screen Lock Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your phone by unauthorized users. A PIN or password screen lock provides sufficient security to set up trusted credential storage. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 99: Connect To A Vpn
Add an Advanced IPsec VPN 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > VPN. 3. Tap Add to configure options:  VPN connection name: Enter the name of the VPN.  IPsec connection type: Choose the type of VPN. ...
Page 100: Disconnect From A Vpn
Disconnect from a VPN The following describes how to disconnect from a VPN connection. 1. Touch and hold the title bar, and then drag down to open the Notification panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings screen, and then tap the VPN connection to disconnect from it.
Page 101: Pictures And Video
Pictures and Video Camera You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Open the Camera Follow the below procedure to access your phone’s camera. ■ From home, tap Apps > Camera. ● Mode Indicator: Shows the current Mode, which you can choose with Mode Selector. ●...
Page 102: Take A Picture
Take a Picture You can take pictures with your phone’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject.
Page 103: Review Pictures And Videos From The Camera
Review Pictures and Videos from the Camera After you take a picture or record a video, you can review and edit it right from the camera, using special Studio options. Review and Edit a Picture from the Camera 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 104: Configure The Camera
 Video trimmer: Edit the length of the video. Drag the trimmer from the end of the video (the right side of the screen), to shorten the video.  Delete: Erase the current video.  Menu: Choose other options. Configure the Camera Camera settings are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make taking pictures or recording videos easy, and to make your pictures or videos special.
Page 105  Manage Modes: Select which camera modes you wish to use, delete ones you don’t, and arrange them any way you like.  Download: Browse and download additional modes to use with Camera. Read and accept the terms, and then browse for new modes. Choose Camera Settings 1.
Page 106: Gallery
 Storage: If you have an optional memory card installed (not included), you can choose whether to save files to device memory or to the memory card.  Review pics/videos: When on, pictures and videos display briefly after you take them so you can review them.
Page 107: View Photos And Videos
 View by/Filter by to choose a display style. You can view by Time or Album, or Filter to show only scenery or documents.  Search to enter keywords to search for items, or choose a view or filter.  Camera to launch the Camera to take pictures or record video.
Page 108: View Videos
 Share: Choose an option for sharing the picture. Options may include Dropbox, Bluetooth, Drive, Email, Flipboard, Gmail, Google+, Hangouts, Memo, Messages, Photos, Picasa, or Wi-Fi Direct.  Delete: Erase the current picture.  Camera: Launch the Camera, to take pictures or record video. ...
Page 109: Working With Photos
 Delete: Erase the current video.  to play the video.  Menu: Choose other options, including: • More info: View information about the video. • Rename: Change the name of the video file. • Slideshow: Create a slideshow. • Settings: Configure Gallery settings.
Page 110: Share Photos And Videos
Share Photos and Videos You can share and send pictures and videos from your phone using several different methods, including messaging, email, social media apps, Bluetooth, cloud storage, and more. To share photos and videos, follow these procedures. Send Photos or Videos by Email You can send several photos, videos, or both in an email message.
Page 111: Share Photos On Picasa
In the next few steps, you’ll be asked to turn on Bluetooth on your phone and connect to the receiving Bluetooth phone so the files can be sent. For more information, see Bluetooth. Share Photos or Videos on Google+ 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 112: Photos
From home, tap Google folder > Photos. Video Play videos stored on your phone, or from your other devices (you must sign in to your Samsung account to play videos synced from your other devices). 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 113: Tools And Calendar
Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your phone’s productivity-enhancing apps and features. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth phones, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones.
Page 114: Reconnect A Headset Or Car Kit
The pairing and connection status is displayed below the hands-free headset or car kit name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the Bluetooth headset or car kit is connected to your phone, (Bluetooth connected) displays in the status bar. Depending on the type of headset or car kit you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls.
Page 115: Send Information Using Bluetooth
Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your phone forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to the device again, you will need to pair with it again. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Bluetooth.
Page 116: Receive Information Using Bluetooth
 Voice recording. On the main Voice Recorder screen, touch and hold a recording and then > Bluetooth. 3. If you are prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap Yes. 4. Tap the name of the receiving device. 5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving phone, and enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode.
Page 117: Calendar
My calendar: Calendar entries that are stored locally on the phone and not part of an account.  Samsung Calendar: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account.  Google/Gmail: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your Google account.
Page 118: Event Alerts
 Tap Show me as to choose how the event shows on your calendar to other event organizers.  Tap Privacy to select who is allowed to see this event. Private allows only the participants to see the event. Public allows anyone with access to your calendar to see the event. ...
Page 119: View Events
View Events The following procedure helps you view your calendar events. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. To view a Calendar event farther out, tap , and then tap Week or Month. 3. Tap the day for which you would like to view events. 4.
Page 120: Erase Events
Year and Month View In Year or Month view, you’ll see markers on days that have events. When in Year or Month view: ● Tap a day to view the events of that day. ● Touch and hold a day to create a new event on that day. ●...
Page 121: Clock
Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. From home, tap Apps > Clock. Tap a tab to use a feature:  Alarm: This feature allows you to set an alarm to ring at a specific time. ...
Page 122: Drive
Delete an Alarm 1. From home, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Touch and hold an alarm, and then tap Delete. Drive With the Google Drive application, everything that you add to your Drive from work or home is also available on your device. You can create and edit documents on your device and the changes are saved everywhere.
Page 123: Accessing Dropbox On Your Device
Accessing Dropbox on Your Device Follow the procedures below to access the Dropbox app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Dropbox. 2. Tap Sign in, and then enter your current account credentials, to sign in to your Dropbox account. – or – Swipe through the information screens, tap Sign up, and then follow the onscreen instructions to register for a new account.
Page 124: Google Search
Google Search Use Google Search to search the Internet. ■ From home, tap Apps > Google. Help Help provides information to help with your phone questions. ■ From home, tap Apps > Help. Lookout Security Lookout Security™ provides mobile device-specific security features that are coupled with a minimal performance hit.
Page 125: My Files
• Delete: Select memo(s) to erase. • Account: Access your Samsung account, to sync memos with your account. My Files My files allows you to manage your manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory card data in one convenient location. This application allows you to launch a file if the associated application is already on your phone.
Page 126: Polaris Office 5
Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Next.  Sign in to your Samsung account if you have not already done so. For more information, refer Samsung Account. You must sign in to a Samsung account to set and save goals, and use other advanced S Health features.
Page 127 Pedometer: Count the number of steps you take. Tap Start to start counting. You can pause counting and then tap Start to begin again. If you signed in to your Samsung account, you can set goals, track your progress, and share your results.
Page 128: S Voice
Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply: ● You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55; ●...
Page 129: Sprint Family Wall
Configure S Voice Configure options for interacting with your phone with S Voice. You can access S Voice settings in two ways: ● From S Voice: From home, tap Apps > S Voice > Menu > Settings. ● From Settings: From home, tap S Voice >...
Page 130: Smart Remote
Tip: For quick access to just one connected feature, from home, tap the Sprint Fit Live icon on the left side of the screen and then tap the feature you want to see. Smart Remote Use your phone to control your TV, Set-top box, DVR, Stereos, and other electronic devices. Configure Smart Remote Choose your TV service and personalize your selections.
Page 131: Use Your Smart Remote To Control Your Tv
 If the TV did not turn on, tap No, text next code 2, or Send this code 1 again. Depending on the model of your TV, you may need to try several codes to find the one that works. 6.
Page 132: Voice Recorder Options
Share a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. 2. Tap List, and then touch and hold on a recording to display options. 3. Tap Share, and then follow the prompts to choose a method and share the file. Modify a Voice Recording 1.
Page 133 3. Tap Menu for options:  Select: Choose voice recording(s). After selection, you can Share or Delete the selected recordings, or use other Menu options.  Sort by: Choose an order to display the list.  Filter by category: Choose a category, to display only voice recordings assigned to that category.
Page 134: Voice Search
Voice Search Use Google Voice Search to search the web by speaking commands. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Search. 2. When the Google Voice Search screen displays, say “OK Google” or tap the microphone icon, and then speak your command. 3.
Page 135: Remove A Microsd Card
Remove a microSD Card Use the following procedure to remove an optional microSD card from your phone. Important: Before removing an optional installed microSD card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. For more information, see Unmount a microSD Card.
Page 136: Update Your Phone
you want to listen to on your phone with the music player, Google Play Music, or Sprint Music Plus, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the Music folder. 1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable. You may need to remove the USB cable from the Charging Head.
Page 137: Update Your Phone
Back Up Account Information 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts, and then tap an account. 3. Tap Menu > Sync all. Preserve Information on an Optional Installed Memory Card As an added precaution, to preserve any data on an optional installed microSD card, please remove it from your phone prior to starting the update process.
Page 138: Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service With your phone and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service, you can make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. For a country-specific travel guide, select your device and destination from sprint.com/traveltips.
Page 139: Make And Receive Worldwide Calls
To set your network mode options manually: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More networks 2. Tap Mobile networks > Network mode to configure options:  To allow connections to CDMA or LTE networks only, tap CDMA or LTE/CDMA. ...
Page 140: Sprint International Voicemail Service
Sprint International Voicemail Service Your Sprint voicemail will follow you as you travel. All of your unanswered calls will be forwarded to your Sprint voicemail. You will need to be sure your voicemail box is already set up and that you know your voicemail password.
Page 141: International Voicemail Troubleshooting
Retrieve Voicemail Messages The voicemail retrieval process while travelling is the same as on the Sprint Network; however, you will be required to enter your voicemail password. To retrieve your voicemail messages: 1. From home, tap Phone > Contacts tab, tap the voicemail entry and then tap the number to call it.
Page 142: Access Email And Data Services On Internationally On Cdma Networks
To select a GSM data service carrier for a specific country: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More networks > Mobile networks. 2. Ensure the Mobile data check box is selected. 3. Tap Network mode, and then change the preferred network mode to Automatic. Access Email and Data Services on Internationally on CDMA Networks If data service is available on a CDMA network, then you only need to set the phone to CDMA, you will...
Page 143 Status Messages Message Description System Busy. Try Later The system is experiencing heavy traffic. Please try again later. This service cannot be enabled because an incompatible Service Conflict service has already been turned on. An error occurred. Note the error code and try again. Please Try Again A fault was detected with your phone.
Page 144: Contact Sprint For Assistance With International Service
Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service If you experience any issues with voice or data services while outside of the United States, Sprint offers customer support 24 hours a day. In the event that you do experience an issue, try the following actions: ●...
Page 145 From a landline phone when outside the United States: Sprint Worldwide Customer Support can be reached from a landline phone at 1-817-698-4199. Access or connection fees may apply. The toll free numbers below can also be used to contact Sprint Worldwide Customer Support in the following countries: Country From Landline Phone...
Page 146: Settings
Settings Configure your phone to your preferences. Using Settings Use Settings to configure your phone to your preferences. Access Settings You can access Settings in a variety of ways. ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings. – or – From home, touch and hold on the Status bar, and then drag down to display the Notification panel.
Page 147: Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Settings Use Wi-Fi settings to control your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi networks, and for using Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. Configure Wi-Fi Settings Set up and manage wireless access points. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 148: Wi-Fi Direct Settings
 Sort by: Choose a sorting order for Wi-Fi networks on the Wi-Fi screen.  Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data communications, when the device goes to sleep (when the backlight goes out). This setting can affect data usage, and the behavior of devices you connect to your device, such as when using it as a hotspot.
Page 149: Hotspot Settings
Hotspot Settings Use the Hotspot feature to share your phone’s data connection with other devices via Wi-Fi. Note: Using the Hotspot feature consumes battery power and uses data services Turn Hotspot On or Off To conserve battery life, turn Hotspot on when you need it and turn it off when you’re finished. You can control Hotspot from Settings.
Page 150: Allowed Devices
• DHCP: Tap to enable or disable DHCP. When DHCP is enabled, your phone assigns IP addresses to devices that connect to Hotspot. • Starting IP: When DHCP is enabled, view the default starting IP address for assigning IP addresses to connecting devices, or enter a enter a valid IPv4 address. When other devices connect to your device using DHCP, the IP address your phone assigns will be between the Starting IP and Ending IP.
Page 151: Tethering Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. Bluetooth must be on to configure settings. 3. From the Bluetooth screen, configure these settings:  Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on or off. ...
Page 152: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode When you turn on Airplane mode, your phone disconnects from all networks, meaning you cannot use make calls, send or receive messages, or access the Internet. It also turns off other connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your device, such as playing music, watching videos, or other applications.
Page 153: Location Settings
 Restrict background data: Your device is capable of connecting to the network in the background, for synchronization or other services. When enabled, background connections will not occur.  Auto sync data: When enabled, your device will synchronize with accounts automatically, at any time.
Page 154: More Networks Settings
• GPS only: When enabled, your only phone uses GPS information to estimate your location.  Recent location requests: View services or apps that have recently accessed your location information.  Location services: Select sources for reporting your location information to Google. ...
Page 155: Vpn Settings
 Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. Available options depend on your phone’s features.  Connections optimizer: When enabled, Connections optimizer helps you manage and enhance your data experience by finding and connecting to “remembered” Wi-Fi networks, and, if applicable, the Sprint Spark Enhanced LTE Network. Remembered networks are those to which you have already connected.
Page 156: Roaming Settings
Roaming Settings When you are outside your home network area, your phone can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming. There may be additional costs for accessing networks while roaming, so you may want to control your phone’s roaming behavior with Roaming settings. 1.
Page 157: S Beam Settings
Turn Android Beam On or Off Turn on NFC and Android Beam, so that beaming is available from the apps on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap NFC, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside NFC to turn NFC on or off. 3.
Page 158: Tap And Pay
Tap and Pay With your phone and a payment app, you can use your device to pay for items by tapping it to an item at the point-of-purchase. Google Wallet is an example of a payment app. You must have the payment app set up on your phone to use it with Tap and Pay.
Page 159: Printing Settings
Settings. 2. Tap Printing, and then choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to configure settings or print.
Page 160: Screen Mirroring Settings
4. Tap Menu > Settings to configure options. Available options may vary depending on the type of printer, and not all printers support all options.  2-Sided printing for documents: Choose Simplex to print one page per piece of paper, or choose Long edge or Short edge to print on both sides.
Page 161: Volume
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound > Sound mode, and then choose a mode:  Mute: Your phone plays no sounds or vibrations. Onscreen reminders will still occur.  Vibrate: Your phone vibrates for notifications and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sound settings.
Page 162: Ringtones
Ringtones Choose a ringtone for incoming calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound > Ringtones to choose a ringtone:  Tap a ringtone to select it. As you tap a ringtone, a sample plays.  Tap Add to choose a music track from Google Music, a sound file from Dropbox, or use Sound picker to choose a song from Music player.
Page 163: Dialing Keypad Tone
Dialing Keypad Tone When Dialing keypad tone is enabled, tones play when you tap keys on the Phone keypad. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap the check box beside Dialing keypad tone to enable or disable the option.
Page 164: Samsung Keyboard Sound Settings
Alert: A tone plays during emergency calls.  Vibrate: A vibration plays during emergency calls. Samsung Keyboard Sound Settings You can choose whether sounds and vibrations play when you tap keys on the Samsung Keyboard while entering text. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 165  Ringtones and keypad tones: Choose tones and/or vibration to play for incoming call notifications. • Ringtones: Select a ringtone for incoming calls. Tap OK to save your selection. • Vibrations: Select a vibration pattern to play for incoming calls when the Vibrate when ringing option is enabled.
Page 166 Email Sound Settings Configure sounds your phone uses for emails. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound > Email, and then configure sounds:  Priority senders: Choose sounds to use for email notifications from priority senders. You can configure a list of priority senders in the Email app settings.
Page 167: Music Effects
Music Effects Choose effects to apply when playing music on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound > Music effects, and then choose a control panel for music effects. Display Settings Configure settings for your phone’s display. Brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, or to your personal preference.
Page 168: Screen Rotation
Screen Rotation When Screen rotation is turned on, the screen automatically updates when you rotate the phone. See Rotate for more information. You can also choose to enable Smart rotation, to have your phone use the front camera to check the orientation of your face to the screen, and adjust the screen automatically. 1.
Page 169: Auto Adjust Screen Tone
Auto Adjust Screen Tone When Auto adjust screen tone is enabled, your phone analyzes the images displayed on the screen and automatically adjusts the brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display, and then tap the check box beside Auto adjust screen tone to enable or disable the option.
Page 170: Led Indicator Settings
LED Indicator Settings The LED indicator on the front of the device displays when the device is locked, to notify you of status changes and events. Use LED indicator settings to configure how the LED functions. Note: The LED indicator only displays when the screen is locked. 1.
Page 171: Lock Screen Settings
Lock Screen Settings Configure settings for locking the screen, to improve security. Screen Lock Choose a screen lock, to secure the screen. Depending on the Screen lock you choose, you can also choose screen lock options to work along with the screen lock. 1.
Page 172: Set A Pattern Screen Lock
Set a Pattern Screen Lock When a Pattern screen lock is set, you draw a pattern, which you create, on the screen to unlock the device. You will also set a PIN to use as a backup, in case you forget the pattern. 1.
Page 173: Set A Pin Screen Lock
Set a PIN Screen Lock With a PIN screen lock, you enter a Personal Identification Number, which you create, on the screen to unlock the device. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock > PIN, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock PIN.
Page 174: Multi Window Settings
3. When you have a PIN screen lock set, you can also configure these options:  Dual Clock: When turned on, Dual clock displays the time in your home city, and in your current location, when your phone is roaming. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Dual clock on or off, and then tap Set home city to choose your home time zone.
Page 175: Notification Panel Settings
Notification Panel Settings Configure options for the Notification panel, available when you swipe your finger down from Status bar at the top of the screen. At the top of the Notification panel, you can control settings with the Quick settings. Choose the quick settings to display in Notification panel settings.
Page 176: One Handed Operation Settings
■ To turn Toolbox off, touch and hold on Toolbox, and then drag it to the Delete icon. ■ To quickly access Toolbox settings, touch and hold on Toolbox, and then drag it to the Edit icon. One Handed Operation Settings When One handed operation is turned on, you can swipe the edge of all screens to adjust the scale and position of the screen.
Page 177: Accessibility Settings
Accessibility Settings Your device offers features to make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use Accessibility settings to configure these features. Configure Vision Accessibility Settings Your phone offers many features to assist users who are blind or low-vision. 1.
Page 178: Configure Hearing Accessibility Settings
 Samsung subtitles (CC): Displays Samsung subtitles where available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on or off, and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options.  Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google subtitles where available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on or off, and then tap Google subtitles to configure options like Language, Text size, and Caption style.
Page 179: Configure Dexterity And Interaction Settings
Configure Dexterity and Interaction Settings Your phone offers many features to improve accessibility related to the way you interact with touch and movement. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessibility > Dexterity and interaction to configure options: ...
Page 180: Configure Other Accessibility Settings
 Press and hold delay: Choose how long your phone waits during a tap and hold gesture on the screen, before continuing with the tap and hold action.  Interaction control: Control how your phone interprets motions and screen touches. To turn Interaction control on or off at any time, press and hold the Home key and the down Volume key at the same time.
Page 181: Blocking Mode Settings
Blocking Mode Settings When Blocking mode is turned on, notifications for selected features are blocked, and you only receive the notifications you choose. You can choose to block notifications by feature or contact, and choose blocking all the time, or during a specific time period. 1.
Page 182: Private Mode Settings
Private Mode Settings Private mode secures your personal content and keeps it hidden on your device. Private mode is available for certain applications, including Gallery, Video, Music, Voice Recorder, and My files. When Private mode is enabled, you can select items you want to mark as private. 1.
Page 183: Air View Settings
Air view, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on or off. Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your phone, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, and your email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your phone and the account.
Page 184: Cloud Settings
Cloud, and then configure options:  Add Samsung account: Sign in to your Samsung account, or create a new Samsung account. You can sync contacts, calendar events, memos, and Internet shortcuts. You can back up Logs, SMS and MMS messages, and current wallpaper settings.
Page 185: Language And Input Settings
 Backup account: When Back up my data is turned on, set up a Google account for backups. You can set up a new Google account, or sign in to an existing account.  Automatic restore: When Back up my data is turned on, you can also turn on Automatic restore to automatically restore settings and other information from the backup when you reinstall an app.
Page 186: Samsung Keyboard Settings
Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is an onscreen QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 187 Keyboard swipe: When enabled, you can enter text by sliding your finger across the keys on the keyboard. • None: When enabled, Samsung Keyboard will not accept text entry by swiping. • SwiftKey Flow: When enabled, you can enter text by swiping your finger across the keyboard.
Page 188: Swype Settings
Swype Settings Swype is a new way to enter text on touchscreens. Instead of tapping each key individually, use your finger to trace over the letters of a word. For each word, place your finger on the first letter and glide to the subsequent letters, lifting on the last letter.
Page 189: Google Voice Typing Settings
• Living Language: When enabled, Swype will automatically update with popular new words. • Social integration: Log into your favorite social networking sites to use your entries there to update Swype, • Edit my dictionary: Modify words added to Swype. •...
Page 190: Speech Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap Text-to-speech options:  Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text-to-speech Engine. Tap to configure options.  General: • Speech rate: Choose a rate for text readouts.
Page 191: Mouse/Trackpad Settings
Read Notifications Aloud 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Read notifications aloud to configure options:  Calls from favorite contacts: When enabled, your phone will read out callers’ information for incoming calls from contacts marked with a star in Contacts. ...
Page 192: Safety Assistance
 Select time zone: Choose your local time zone (only available when the Automatic setting is disabled).  Use 24-hour format: Set the format for time displays.  Select date format: Set the format for date displays. Safety Assistance Safety assistance is intended to help users send a quick notice of their approximate location and visual surroundings to the mobile device of an emergency contact chosen in advance.
Page 193: Accessories Settings
Accessories Settings Configure your device’s behavior when it is connected to optional accessories (not included). 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories to configure settings:  HDMI: Configure settings when you connect your phone to other devices via an optional HDMI cable (not included).
Page 194: Storage Settings
• Restrict performance: Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on, and then choose the types of performance to restrict. Features such as vibration, screen backlight, and key backlights consume power. • Grayscale mode: Tap the ON/OFF switch to switch from color screens to grayscale. ...
Page 195: Passwords
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option:  Encrypt device: Tap Set screen lock type to start, and then follow the prompts to encrypt information.  Encrypt external SD card: Tap Set screen lock type to start, and then follow the prompts to encrypt information on an optional installed memory card (not included).
Page 196: Security Update Service
 Send security reports: When enabled, your phone will only send security reports to Samsung when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Credential Storage You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other credentials.
Page 197: Activate This Device
Activate This Device Connect to the network and activate your device. If your device is already activated, use this option to view information about your plan and usage. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Activate this device, and then follow the prompts to activate your device on the network.
Page 198: Application Manager Settings
Security software version: View your device’s security software version. Application Manager Settings You can download and install applications from the Google Play Store or Samsung Apps, or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your device. Use Application manager to manage applications on your device.
Page 199: Default Applications Settings
Default Applications Settings If you have installed multiple apps that perform the same kind of task, for example more than one messaging app, you can choose the app you want to use as the default. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 200: Call Settings
 Select alert type: Choose the type of notifications for calendar events. You can choose to be notified with a sound, or by an icon in the status bar, or choose no notifications.  Notification sound: Choose a sound for calendar event notifications. ...
Page 201: Answering And Ending Calls
Answering and Ending Calls Manage settings for answering and ending calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Call > Answering and ending calls to configure these options:  Answer calls by: • Pressing the Home key: When enabled, you can answer incoming calls by pressing the Home key.
Page 202: Call Alerts
Call Alerts Set options for sounds and vibrations to occur during calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Call > Call alerts to configure settings:  Vibrate on connection to network: When enabled, your phone will vibrate when a call connects to the network.
Page 203: Tty Mode
TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications phone that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY phones. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY phone to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission.
Page 204: Personalize Call Sound
Personalize Call Sound Choose options for call audio, in cases where you might need the sound softer or clearer, or optimized for your right or left ear. Note: This option is can only be configured during a call. For more details, see In-call Options.
Page 205: Dtmf Tones
DTMF Tones Set the length of Dual-tone Multi-frequency (DTMF) tones, which play when you use the keypad during a call, such as when navigating menus. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Call > DTMF tones to choose a tone length, from Normal, or Long. Voicemail Settings Set options for Visual Voicemail.
Page 206: Email Settings
 Swipe to call or send message: When enabled, you can swipe your finger across a contact record to call or send a message to the contact’s default number. Swipe right to call, or left to create a message addressed to the contact. ...
Page 207 • Title line in list: Choose what displays as the title in the list of emails, the sender, or the subject of the email. • Hide checkboxes: Enable or disable the display of checkboxes beside each email. When checkboxes are displayed, you can use them to select email(s). If you choose to hide checkboxes, you can touch and hold on an email to temporarily display them, such as when you want to select multiple emails.
Page 208 • Sync schedule: When Sync email is enabled, set options for synchronizing your phone with your email account. • Period to sync Email: Choose a time period to have your phone maintain synchronization. • Limit retrieval size: Choose a maximum size for emails for your phone to automatically retrieve during synchronization.
Page 209: Gallery Settings
• Period to sync Calendar: Choose the period for synchronizing calendar events between your phone and account. • Empty server trash: Delete the contents of the trash folder on the account server. • In case of sync conflict: Choose whether information from the server or phone has priority when there is a conflict.
Page 210: Internet Settings
2. Tap Internet to configure options:  Account: Tap to sign in to your Samsung account. Signing in to your Samsung account allows you to sync bookmarks and open pages with your other devices.  Set homepage: Tap to choose a homepage, to display when you launch Internet.
Page 211  Screen and text: Configure options for the browser’s screens. • Text scaling: Drag the slider to adjust the size of type on the screen. Use the Preview to see an example. • Force zoom: When enabled, the browser overrides requests from websites to control zoom level.
Page 212: Messages Settings
Messages Settings The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications. Tip: You can also access Message settings from the Messages app. From home, tap Messages > Menu > Settings. 1.
Page 213  Delete old messages: When turned on, your phone will automaticalply delete the oldest messages when the maximum number of messages is reached. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the setting on, and then set the maximum number of messages with the Text message limit and Multimedia message limit settings below.
Page 214: S Voice Settings
 Spam filter: When turned on, your phone block messages that may be spam, by filtering based on criteria you set. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the setting on, and then configure filters: • Add to spam numbers: Enter telephone numbers, to automatically flag messages from the numbers as spam, when Spam settings are enabled.
Page 215  Check missed events: When enabled, you can check missed events when you open S Voice via an optional headset.  Personal briefing: When enabled, S Voice will provide a briefing on your schedule when you open S Voice.  Erase S Voice data: Erase the data you have stored on the server.
Page 216: Copyright Information
©2014 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. ©2014 Samsung. Samsung, Galaxy, S Beam, Air View, S Health, and S Voice are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. ©2014 Google. Android, Chrome, Gmail, Google Maps, Play Music, Play Movies & TV, Play Books, Play Newsstand, Play Games, Drive, YouTube, Photos, Hangouts, Google Mobile Services, and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc.
Page 217: Index
Index 3-way Calling, 37 Camera, 12, 89 4G, 83 Charge the Battery, 6 About Device Settings, 185 Chrome, 83 Accessibility, 165 Clock, 109 Settings, 165 Cloud Settings, 172 Accessories Settings, 181 Contacts, 46 Account Add, 47 Manage, 9 Edit, 48 Services, 10 Groups, 52 Account Passwords, 8...
Page 218 International Data Roaming, 129 Emergency numbers, 34 Internet Settings, 198 From email messages, 34 Keyboard, 174, 176 From text messages, 34 Samsung, 174, 176 Make calls, 33 Language and Input, 173 Receive, 35 Light Sensor, 11 Using phone keypad, 33...
Page 219 Methods, 29 S Voice Settings, 202 Text Messaging, 63 Safety Assistance, 180 Make call from, 34 Samsung Account, 58 Text-to-Speech, 178 Samsung Keyboard, 174, 176 Toolbox, 163 Scout, 72 Tools, 101 Screen Mirroring Settings, 148 Touch, 16 SD Card, 122...
Page 220 removing, 24 YouTube, 68, 99 Wi-Fi, 81 Zoom, 22 Settings, 135 Index...

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