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8/17/10

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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. 8/17/10...
  • Page 2 To obtain the source code covered under the open source licenses, please visit: http://opensource.samsungmobile.com/index.jsp . This device uses open source software. Press and tap Settings > About phone > Legal information device for more details SPH-D700_UG_DG27_PS_081710_F6 Support > Devices > on the...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Tip: Looking for something? If you don’t see it in the headings listed here, try the Index on page 237. Introduction ....... i Your Device’s Menu .
  • Page 4 2C. Settings ......66 Sound Settings ......66 Display Settings .
  • Page 5 Updating Your PRL ..... . . 118 2G. Voice Services ..... 119 Voice Dialing .
  • Page 6 Music ........205 Streaming Music ......208 YouTube .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction This introduces you to Sprint User Guide all the features of your new device. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Getting Started Section 2: Your Device Section 3: Sprint Service Features Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information Note: Because of updates in phone software, this printed guide may not be the most current version for your phone.
  • Page 8 > Add 1: Samsung Widgets 1: AccuWeather Clock 2: Buddies now 3: Calendar Clock 4: Feeds and Updates 5: Program Monitor 6: Y! Finance Clock 2: Android Widgets 1: Analog clock 2: Facebook 3: Music 4: NASCAR 5: Picture frame...
  • Page 9 6: Bluetooth (On/Off) 7: Bluetooth settings 1: Bluetooth (On/Off) 2: Device name 3: Visible (On/Off) 4: Scan devices 5: <detected Bluetooth devices> 8: VPN settings 1: Add VPN 9: Mobile networks 1: Data roaming (On/Off) 2: Data Roaming Guard (On/Off)) 10: Dial Up Networking (On/Off) >...

  • Page 10: Screen Unlock Pattern

    11: Haptic feedback (On/Off) 12: Vibration intensity 13: SD card notifications (On/Off) Display settings 1: Orientation (On/Off) 2: Animation 1: No animation 2: Some animations 3: All animations 3: Brightness 4: Screen timeout 1: 15 seconds 2: 30 seconds 3: 1 minute 4: 2 minutes 5: 10 minutes 6: 30 minutes...
  • Page 11 > Settings > Applications 1: Unknown sources (On/Off) 2: Quick launch 3: Manage applications 4: Running services 5: Development 1: USB debugging (On/Off) 2: Stay awake (On/Off) 3: Allow mock locations (On/Off) > Settings > Accounts & sync General sync settings 1: Background data (On/Off) 2: Auto-sync (On/Off) Manage accounts...

  • Page 12: Text Settings

    Quick Search Box 1: Searchable items 1: Contacts (On/Off) 2: Browser (On/Off) 3: Apps (On/Off) 4: Music (On/Off) 5: YouTube (On/Off) 6: Voicemail (On/Off) 2: Clear search shortcuts > Settings > Language & keyboard 1: Select Input Method 1: Swype 2: Android keyboard 2: Select locale 1: English...
  • Page 13 > Settings > Accessibility Accessibility 1: Accessibility (On/Off) Accessibility services 1: KickBack (On/Off) 2: TalkBack (On/Off) 3: SoundBack (On/Off) > Settings > Text-to-speech 1: Listen to an example 2: Install voice data 3: Always use my settings (On/Off) 4: Speak incoming CallerID (On/Off) Default settings 1: Speech rate 1: Very slow...
  • Page 14 2: Status 1: Battery status 2: My phone number 3: MIN 4: PRL Version 5: MEID 6: Network 7: Signal strength 8: Service state 9: Roaming 10: Mobile network state 11: 4G MAC address 12: Wi-Fi MAC address 13: Bluetooth address 14: Up time 3: Battery use 4: Legal information...

  • 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) 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 compartment and press down until you hear a click. Press and hold to turn the device on. If your device is activated, it will turn on, search for 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 or a non-metallic stylus. 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 If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store probably activated and ready to use. If you received your device in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service activate automatically.

  • Page 20: Sprint Account Passwords

    Note: Voicemail Password Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your device is able to access your voicemail messages. For more information about using your Visual Voicemail, see “Visual Voicemail”...

  • Page 21: Getting Help

    Getting Help Managing Your Account Online: www.sprint.com Access your account information. Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint service plan). View and pay your bill. Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment. Purchase accessories. Shop for the latest Sprint phones. View available Sprint service plans and options.

  • 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

    2A. Device Basics Your Device (page 11) Viewing the Display Screen (page 15) Turning Your Device On and Off (page 18) Battery and Charger (page 19) Device Function Keys (page 23) Navigation and Customization (page 26) Displaying Your Phone Number (page 41) Entering Text Using the Android Keyboard (page 41) Entering Text Using the QWERTY Keyboard (page 51) Creating a Google Account (page 55)

  • Page 25: Your Device

    Your Device 1. Proximity Sensor 2. Status Bar Icons 3. Display Screen 4. HOME Key 5. MENU Key 6. Camera Lens 9. External Speaker 7. Flash Key Functions Proximity Sensor 14. LED the surface of the screen. This is typically used to detect when your face is pressed up against the screen, such as during a phone call.
  • Page 26 allows you to access your device’s main MENU Key functions menu: Add, Wallpaper, Search, Notifications, and Settings. While in a menu, press to open a list of actions available from the current screen or onscreen option. During an active call, press to open additional call options such as Contacts or Memo.
  • Page 27 , for use with the Qik application, Self Camera Lens take pictures while facing the screen, and allows you to video conference. displays a device Front Indicator Light (LED) notification, charging status, or alert. lets you hear the caller and automated Earpiece prompts.

  • Page 28: Landscape Phone Features

    allows you to plug in an optional Headset Jack headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. Inserting an accessory into the incorrect CAUTION! jack may damage the device. lets you turn the device on or off, POWER Button or turn off the touchscreen display. When the screen is turned off, press once to return to Screen lock mode.

  • Page 29: Viewing The Display Screen

    allow you to navigate around your Navigation Keys device’s menu options while in Landscape mode. Enter Key lets you enter additional lines of text. allows you to access your device’s Function Keys main functions while in Landscape mode (Menu and Back on the left, Home and Search on the right).
  • Page 30 Status Bar – Service Icons 4G Service Unavailable coverage currently unavailable. You are disconnected from the 4G network. (See “4G Services” on page 179.) Status Bar – Status Icons Call in Progress – A voice call is in progress. Audio is routed through either the earpiece or external speaker.
  • Page 31 Status Bar – Status Icons Sprint Hotspot Active – The Sprint Hotpost feature has been activated (page 181). microSD Unmounted – The External SD card (internal microSD) has been disconnected (unmounted) from the device and is now ready for either removal or formatting. Preparing for Mounting –...

  • Page 32: Turning Your Device On And Off

    Status Bar – Messaging Icons – You have new text (SMS) or Text Message multimedia (MMS) messages. – You have a new voicemail Voicemail Message messages. Voicemail Message – You have multiple new voicemail messages. New Email message – Shows you have received either a new Internet email message or Outlook email message via an Exchange server.

  • Page 33: Battery And Charger

    Sprint-approved or Samsung-approved batteries and accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through Samsung; or call 1-866-866-7509 to order. They’re also available at www.sprint.com Battery Capacity Your device is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery.

  • Page 34: Charging The Battery

    2A. Device Basics 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

    Plug the charging head into a standard AC power outlet. Correct Charger/Accessory Jack Always use a Sprint-approved or Samsung-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery. Note: The front LED turns red to indicate the battery is currently charging.
  • Page 36 Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use. (See “Turning Wi-Fi On and Off” on page 177.) Turn 4G off when not in use. (See “Turning 4G On and Off” on page 180.) Turn off Sprint Hotspot (Wi-Fi hotspot) services when not in use.

  • Page 37: Device Function Keys

    Home screen, the following menu options are available: ) adds one of the following functions to a selected screen: Samsung Widgets, Android Widgets, Shortcuts, Folders, and Wallpapers. (See “Customizing Your Home Screen” on page 33.) ) lets you to customize the current Wallpaper screen’s wallpaper image.

  • Page 38: Home Key

    Home Key key ( ) takes you back to your Home Home screen (#4 of the 7 total available screens). Back Key key ( ) returns you to the previously Back active screen. If the onscreen keyboard is currently open, this key closes the keyboard. Using the Search Key key ( ) displays the Quick Search box...
  • Page 39 To search the phone and Web by entering text: Press to launch the Quick Search Note: There might be instances within an application where pressing reveals only an application-specific search. Press twice to open the Quick Search box. Use either the QWERTY or onscreen keyboard to enter your search term.

  • Page 40: Navigation And Customization

    Note: 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 results. To use additional Voice Search functions: From an open Voice Search dialog, speak the following words to access additional features: allows you to initiate a navigation Directions to...
  • Page 41 displays icons associated with Notification area: end-user notifications such as: email messages, calls (missed, call in progress), new voicemail, upcoming event, USB connection, emails, and Text/ MMS messages. (See “Using the Notifications Panel” on page 40.) These notifications appear at the top-left of the screen (within the Status bar) and display important user information.
  • Page 42 the device’s screen extends Extended Home Screens: beyond the current visible screen width to provide 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). Each of these screens can be customized.
  • Page 43 are self-contained onscreen applications Widgets: (not shortcuts). These can be placed onto any of the available screens (Home or Extended). (See “Adding and Removing Widgets” on page 35.) are icons that launch available device Shortcuts: applications such as Voicemail, Contacts, Phone, Email, Alarm Clock, etc.
  • Page 44 Using the Applications Screens All of your device’s applications are located within the Applications screens. Note: These screens house all default and downloaded applications (installed from Android Market or from the Web). Press and tap to open the screen. To close the Applications screen, tap or press Note:...
  • Page 45 Application Icons Calendar – Launches the Calendar application that syncs itself to either your Google or JANUARY Outlook ® Work calendar (page 106). Events can only be synced to a managed account (page 73). Camera – Launches the built-in camera (page 131).
  • Page 46 Application Icons – Accesses the device’s built-in Settings Settings menu (page 66). Sprint Football Live – Launches the Sprint Football Live services (page 199). Sprint Hotspot – Launches the Sprint Mobile Hotspot which allows you to share your phone’s 3G/4G mobile Internet connection with Wi-Fi- enabled devices (page 181).

  • Page 47: Customizing Your Home Screen

    Customizing Your Home Screen You can customize your Home screen by doing the following: Creating Shortcuts Adding and Removing Widgets Repositioning Widgets Creating Folders Changing the Background (Wallpapers) Creating Shortcuts Shortcuts are different than the current Home screen Widgets that only launch an application. Shortcuts activate a feature, action, or launch an application.
  • Page 48 Note: The same shortcut can be added to any of the available screens (Home or Extended). The application you add to the screen will still appear within the Applications tab. To add a shortcut via the Add to Home screen: Press to activate the Home screen.
  • Page 49 Adding and Removing Widgets Widgets are self-contained applications that can be placed on either a Home or Extended screen. Unlike a shortcut, Widgets appear as an onscreen applications. There are two sets of Widgets: Samsung Widgets and Android Widgets. Samsung Widgets Choices include:...

  • Page 50: Accessing Recently-Used Applications

    Follow the steps to add a Widget to the current screen (page 35). Note: To move a Widget from one screen to another, it must first be deleted from its current screen. Activate the new screen, and then add the Widget. Creating and Managing Folders Folders are located on any of the three available screens and can contain both files (such as data and...
  • Page 51 Although most screens will change orientation once the QWERTY keyboard is opened, this feature can be manually enabled to change the orientation for all applicable screens when rotation is detected. Note: An example of a screen that does not automatically re-orient is the Home screen.

  • Page 52: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation There are two ways to navigate through a menu: Using your finger (page 38) Using the built-in keyboard’s navigation/arrow keys (page 38) Selecting Menu Items Using Your Fingers As you navigate through the menu, you activate menu options by tapping the onscreen entry. Select any option by tapping it.

  • Page 53: Using Context Menus

    Left Down To view your text messages using the directional keys: Use the navigation keys until and press . (If you have any text messages, they are displayed.) Press Up or Down to highlight an available message and press to view its content. Backing Up Within a Menu To go to the previous menu: Press...

  • Page 54: Using The Notifications Panel

    Note: Not all items have context menus. If you touch and hold an item that has no context menu, nothing happens. Using the Notifications Panel The Notification area indicates new message events (data sync status, new messages, calendar events, call status, etc).

  • Page 55: Displaying Your Phone Number

    Launching Additional Panel Functions In addition to notifications, this panel also provides quick and ready access to four device functions. These can be quickly activated or deactivated. The following functions can either be activated (green) or deactivated (gray): Wi-Fi Bluetooth Note: 4G and Wi-Fi connections can not be simultaneously active.

  • Page 56: Android Keyboard

    Onscreen keyboard entry can be done in either Portrait or Landscape orientations. The Landscape orientation provides more space and results in slightly bigger onscreen keys. If you find that you prefer to enter text via the onscreen keyboard, and need bigger keys, use this orientation.

  • Page 57: Android Keyboard Overview

    From a screen where you can enter text, tap the input field to reveal the onscreen keyboard. With Android keyboard as your text entry method, select one of the following text mode options: to use alphabetic characters from the onscreen keyboard (See page 44.) to enter numbers by pressing the numbers ?123 on the onscreen keyboard.

  • Page 58: Abc Mode

    deletes characters from the entry field. Delete: When in mode, this key changes the CAPS/ALT: capitalization of the subsequent entered characters. When in mode, this key can show additional ?123 symbol characters. Capitalization in mode can be altered by using the Caps button. See “ABC Mode” on page 44.

  • Page 59: Entering Text Using Swype

    Tap the corresponding onscreen keys to begin typing your word. If you make a mistake, tap character. Touch and hold previously entered words. By default, the first letter of an entry is capitalized and the following letters are lower case. After a character is entered, the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two seconds or when you enter a character on a different key.
  • Page 60 The onscreen keyboard options are different between the Android keyboard and Swype onscreen input methods. Note: Swype is the default input method. Enabling and Configuring Swype The onscreen Android keyboard is the default touchscreen input method on the Epic 4G. This method of text input is similar to a normal keyboard.
  • Page 61 activates a vibratory Vibrate on keypress sensation as you enter text via the onscreen keypad. provides access to Swype operation Operation parameters. sets the length of time the word Display Trace trace line remains onscreen as you swype across the screen. Move the slider between and touch Shorter Longer...

  • Page 62: Selecting A Text Input Mode In Swype

    Selecting a Text Input Mode in Swype Note: Some characters and types, such as some symbols and emoticons, are not accessible from the onscreen keyboard. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the input field to reveal the onscreen keyboard. With Swype as your text entry method, select one of the following text mode options: to use Swype with alphanumeric...

  • Page 63: Abc Mode

    When in mode, this key changes CAPS/ALT: 123ABC the capitalization of the subsequent entered characters. When in mode, this key can show additional symbol characters. There are two available modes: Text Input mode: 123ABC 123ABC mode contains alphanumeric characters and a few common punctuation marks. Text mode button indicates mode contains only symbols and numbers.
  • Page 64 To enter numbers and symbols in Swype mode: to enter the Touch the key for the number or symbol you want to enter. To enter the alternate symbol on a key, tap To enter text via Swype: This example shows a user entering the word “there”. Put your finger down on the “t”, and without lifting, glide it to the “h”, and then to the “e”, and then over to the “r”, and back to the “e”.

  • Page 65: 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. With the QWERTY keyboard, you can type letters, numbers, punctuation, and other special characters into text entry fields or other applications as easily as...

  • Page 66: Using The Keyboard

    cuts all characters in the current text Cut all message field. copies selected characters in the current Copy text message field. copies all characters in the current text Copy all message field. Paste inserts the previously cut or copied text into the message field.

  • Page 67: Entering Letters

    Home: Returns you to the Home screen. Works in the same manner as the device’s main buttons. Search: Displays the Quick Search box that can be used to search for a key term both on the device or online. Works in the same manner as the device’s main buttons.

  • Page 68: Entering Numbers

    Entering Numbers Press a number key on the top row of the keyboard. If you make a mistake, press single character. Press and hold previously entered text. For example, to enter “9:30,” you would use the keyboard sequence shown below. 9 : 3 0 Entering Symbols and Smileys Most symbols and punctuation marks appear as...

  • Page 69: Creating A Google Account

    To enter “smileys” (emoticons): Position the cursor where you want the emoticon to appear within your message. Press to open the onscreen smiley page. Scroll through the list and select a smiley by touching the onscreen icon. Creating a Google Account You will need a Google account to access several device features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Talk, and the Android Market applications.

  • Page 70: Making And Answering Calls

    2B. Making and Answering Calls Making Calls (page 56) Dialing Options (page 57) Answering Calls (page 57) Missed Call Notification (page 58) Calling Emergency Numbers (page 59) In-Call Options (page 60) End-of-Call Options (page 61) Additional Calling Options (page 62) Saving a Phone Number (page 62) Finding a Phone Number (page 63) Dialing From the Contacts List (page 64)

  • Page 71: Dialing Options

    Dialing Options When you enter numbers on the Keypad, you will see three onscreen options. From the Keypad screen, you have the following options: ) to call the Call entered number. Delete ) to delete digits from the current number. ) to Send message send the current caller a text...

  • Page 72: Missed Call Notification

    Ignore with text Ignore with text Ignore with text voicemail box and immediately allows you to send the caller a text message. Pressing the Volume down button mutes the ringer. Your device notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways: The device rings or vibrates.

  • Page 73: Calling Emergency Numbers

    Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (from the Keypad, enter ), even if your device is locked or your account is restricted. Note: When you place an emergency call, your device automatically enters Emergency mode. During an emergency call, select an option. to activate speakerphone mode.

  • Page 74: In-Call Options

    In-Call Options Once you initiate a call, you will see six onscreen options. Tap an option to select it. touch and hold to Add call initiate a 3-way call (page 163). to join two currently Merge active calls (conference). to toggle the Dialpad/Hide appearance of the onscreen dialpad.

  • Page 75: End-Of-Call Options

    Touch ) to use the onscreen dialpad to Dialpad Dialpad Dialpad enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code. For example: When you call your bank’s 800 number, use your dialpad to enter your account number and PIN. Pressing during a call displays a list of available in-call features.

  • Page 76: Additional Calling Options

    Additional Calling Options To obtain additional options such as phone number and the duration of the call, you must access the Call log screen. (See “2D. Call Log” on page 87.) Press and then tap Tap an entry from the list and then tap: to dial the selected number and call the Call recipient.

  • Page 77: Finding A Phone Number

    Create contact Tap a destination for your new contact to be synchronized. With each new email account you create, the list of options grows. The new contact can be easily synchronized to either: Phone (locally stored and are deleted when phone resets).

  • Page 78: Dialing From The Contacts List

    Dialing From the Contacts List Press and tap Shortcut: From the Keypad screen, tap entries. Scroll through the list and tap the entry you want to call. Tap a phone number. Speed Dialing Dialing From Favorites You can quickly dial contacts you call frequently by adding them to your Favorites list.

  • Page 79: Plus (+) Code Dialing

    To assign a Contacts entry to a Speed Dial location: Press and tap – or – Press and tap > Contacts Press and touch Speed dial Touch an empty speed dial location (2-9). Scroll through your Contacts list and touch an entry’s phone number.

  • Page 80: 2C. Settings

    2C. Settings Sound Settings (page 66) Display Settings (page 69) Language Settings (page 72) Location Settings (page 72) Synchronizing Accounts (page 73) Search Settings (page 76) Call Settings (page 77) Airplane Mode (page 78) TTY Use With Sprint Service (page 78) Security Settings (page 80) 2C.
  • Page 81 Selecting Ringer Types for Notifications The notification area displays icons associated with user notifications such as email messages, missed calls, voicemail, upcoming events, USB connections, or Text/MMS messages. You can select the ringtone that plays when your device receives new notifications. Press and tap >...

  • Page 82: Silence All

    Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or the earpiece volume during a call) by using the volume button on the left side of your device. Vibrate To set your device to vibrate for incoming calls and silent for notifications: Press the volume button down in standby mode until you see...

  • Page 83: Display Settings

    To set your device to silent mode: Press and tap > display . This option silences all audio on Silent mode the device except for media and alarms. (If you have already checked the option, tapping it again deselects this option.) Display Settings Changing the Screen Orientation Although most screens will change orientation once...

  • Page 84: Changing The Brightness

    Changing the Keyboard Backlight Time Length Select how long the keyboard stays lit after you press any key. Press and tap > display > Keyboard timeout Tap a time setting. Note: Long keyboard backlight settings reduce the battery’s talk and standby times. Changing the Brightness Adjust your screen’s brightness to suit your surroundings.
  • Page 85 Press and tap > , or Gallery Live wallpapers lets you choose from pictures taken using Gallery the built-in camera or copied to your device as a wallpaper. You can crop the picture before setting it as a wallpaper. See “Assigning a Picture to an Entry”...

  • Page 86: Language Settings

    Language Settings To assign the default language used by the Android operating system. Press > and tap keyboard > Select locale Tap either English Español updated to the new language. Location Settings Your device is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services.

  • Page 87: Synchronizing Accounts

    . Enabling this feature allows Google to Agree collect anonymous location data whether or not any location application or other related feature is active or in use. > Use wireless networks the collection of data. Enabling this feature can utilize more resources and slow performance. Synchronizing Accounts Your device provides the ability to synchronize data from a variety of different sources or sites.

  • Page 88: Synchronizing Your Corporate Account

    Click Next > Sign in Note: If you do not already have a Google account, touch and follow the onscreen prompts to create your Create new account. Touch the Username (@gmail.com) and fields and enter your information. . Your device then communicates with Sign in the Google servers to confirm your information.
  • Page 89 To configure the Corporate management settings: Press and tap > Accounts & sync. within the Corporate account field to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen. Tap the parameters you wish to synchronize. allows you to configure: Account settings Account name displays the name used by the device to track the account.

  • Page 90: Search Settings

    synchronizes your Exchange Sync calendar calendar entries between your device and the remote exchange server. A green checkmark indicates the feature is enabled. causes any outgoing email Forward with files reply to include any currently attached files. A green checkmark indicates the feature is enabled.

  • Page 91: Call Settings

    opens a screen where you can Searchable items choose the search categories included in device searches. Categories include: Contacts Music YouTube Voicemail erases the history of Clear search shortcuts recently selected search results. Call Settings Your device allows you to configure call settings such as Plus Code dialing, other international dialing options, and TTY configuration.

  • Page 92: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane Mode (Flight mode) allows you to use many of your device’s features, such as Games, Memo, and Music, when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited. When you set your device to Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online information.
  • Page 93 Service at or visit 800-676-3777 www.sprintrelay.com For additional technical support you may call 1-888-987-4357 www.samsung.com/us/consumer/learningresources/ mobile/accessibility/pop_accessibility.html. Note: In TTY Mode, your device will display the TTY access > Call settings > icon. If TTY mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack may be impaired.

  • Page 94: Security Settings

    Security Settings Accessing the Security Menu All of your device’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You can secure your data and limit phone access by requiring a screen unlock pattern every time your device is turned on or every time it wakes up from sleep mode (screen where the screen turns off).
  • Page 95 Review the onscreen tutorial on pattern creation, and then tap Next Draw your pattern by touching your first onscreen point. Then, without removing your finger from the screen drag your finger over adjacent points until the gray trace line overlaps each point and they are highlighted with a green circle.

  • Page 96: Using Visible Passwords

    Tip: You can also enable or disable tactile feedback (vibration) for the unlock pattern with the feedback option. What to do if you have forgotten your pattern: If you fail to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen after five attempts, you are prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again.

  • Page 97: Managing Your Available Memory

    To disable visible passwords: Press and tap > Location & security (to remove the checkmark Visible passwords on the option). Managing Your Available Memory You can manage the information and configuration related to both your microSD card and built-in device storage memory.

  • Page 98: Using The Task Manager

    allows you to “unmount” the Unmount SD card microSD card from its communication to the device. This severs the connection so the card can be safely removed or reformatted. allows you to format (erase data Format SD card from) the microSD card. This can only be done after a card that has been properly unmounted.

  • Page 99: Erasing Device Content

    displays any installed packages or Package applications from the Market that are taking up memory space. Tap Uninstall from your device. displays a visual graph indicating the Summary available and used space within the (RAM), Access Memory Program card provides additional battery saving Help techniques.

  • Page 100: 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 Resetting Your Device Resetting the device restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings.

  • Page 101: 2D. Call Log

    2D. Call Log Viewing Call Log (page 87) Call Log Options (page 88) Making a Call From Call Log (page 90) Saving a Number From Call Log (page 90) Altering a Number From Call Log (page 91) Erasing the Call Log (page 91) Viewing Call Log Call Log (History) is a list of the phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or...

  • Page 102: 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 103 call options (tap) Call log screen entry-specific context menu (touch and hold) Tap a contact entry name or number to reveal the screen: call options Call allows you to redial the entry by name or number. allows you to create a new text Send message message to the selected entry.

  • Page 104: Making A Call From Call Log

    to view the information for the View contact currently stored Contacts entry. to delete the entry from the Call Log list. Remove Making a Call From Call Log Press and tap Tap an entry, and then tap – or – Touch and hold an entry name/number from the list, and then tap Call [Number]...

  • Page 105: Altering A Number From Call Log

    Altering a Number From Call Log If you need to make a call from Call log and you need to alter the number prior to dialing, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number. Press and tap > Touch and hold an entry to access the entry-specific options menu.

  • Page 106: 2E. Contacts

    2E. Contacts Creating a New Contacts Entry (page 92) Saving a Phone Number (page 94) Confirming Contact Synchronization (page 94) Groups (page 96) Contacts Menu Options (page 97) Contacts Entry Options (page 98) Editing a Contacts Entry (page 99) Adding a Number to a Contacts Entry (page 100) Editing a Contacts Entry’s Number (page 100) Sending Contacts (page 101) Assigning a Picture to an Entry (page 101)
  • Page 107 contacts are stored locally on the device. Phone WARNING: If the device is ever reset to its factory default parameters, locally stored contacts can be lost. contacts are shared with your existing Google Google account and can also be imported to your device after you have created a Google Mail account.

  • Page 108: Saving A Phone Number

    Tip: ICE – In Case of Emergency To make it easier for emergency personnel to identify important contacts, you can list your local emergency contacts under “ICE” in your device’s Contacts list. For example, if your mother is your primary emergency contact, list her as “ICE–Mom”...
  • Page 109 With syncing, any Contacts entries (with phone numbers, email addresses, pictures, etc.) are updated and synced with your Epic 4G. For more information about syncing existing managed accounts, see “Synchronizing Accounts” on page 73. Press and tap > Accounts & sync. Locate the email account containing the contacts you wish to synchronize.

  • Page 110: Groups

    Contacts tab Contact Group 2E. Contacts Groups Contact entry’s 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.

  • Page 111: Contacts Menu Options

    From the list of contacts, tap the contact(s) you want to add or tap . (A green check-mark Select all appears next to the selected entries.) to add the contact(s) to your group. Touch an existing group. To send a message to a group: Press and tap >...

  • Page 112: Contacts Entry Options

    to assign one the entry’s available Mark as default numbers as the default (main) contact number. to copy the current Contacts entry Add to favorites to the list within the Favorites tab (page 102). to remove the current Remove from favorites Contacts entry from the Favorites tab.

  • Page 113: Editing A Contacts Entry

    Editing a Contacts Entry From the Contact’s overview screen, press and tap Edit. Tap an option, such as First Name , to begin editing. address to assign a picture to the entry. (See [image icon] “Assigning a Picture to an Entry” on page 101.) to edit the current name.

  • Page 114: Adding A Number To A Contacts Entry

    Adding a Number to a Contacts Entry From the Contact’s overview screen, press and tap Edit. From the phone numbers area, tap to create a new empty number within the selected phone number category. Tap the label button (to the left of the number field) to select a category such as: (default)

  • Page 115: Sending Contacts

    Sending Contacts Press Touch an entry to open its overview page. Press and tap Send namecard via send the current Contact entry’s information to an external recipient via either: Bluetooth to transmit this contact to another bluetooth-compatible device. to attach the Email contact card to a new outgoing email...

  • Page 116: Deleting Entries

    Applying a picture to your Google Contact from within your online Gmail: Log into your Gmail account and go to your Contacts page. Select your Contacts entry (with a checkmark) and click the image area ( Change Picture Click to locate a local copy of your image. Browse You can also choose an image from other sources such as Picasa...
  • Page 117 Note: You must first have an active Facebook page populated with friends sharing their contact information. If a Contacts entry already exists in with a slightly different name, separate entries are created and can later be linked (joined) together into a single entry. Log into Facebook Press and tap...
  • Page 118 Choose from: Sync Contacts Sync Calendar to save these settings and return to Done Accounts and sync screen. Press and tap Facebook contacts are new synchronized and appear in your Contacts list. Linking Multiple Contact Entries Linking similar contact entries allows you consolidate listed entries.
  • Page 119 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 120: 2F. Calendar & Tools

    2F. Calendar & Tools Before You Begin (page 106) Calendar (page 106) My Files (page 112) Memo (page 113) Alarm Clock (page 113) Calculator (page 115) Updating Your Device Firmware (page 115) Updating Your Android Operating System (page 117) Updating Your Profile (page 118) Updating Your PRL (page 118) Before You Begin Prior to using Google applications such as Gmail and...

  • Page 121: Configuring Calendar Settings

    Locate the corporate email account within the Managed accounts area of the screen. If not present, you will have to add this account (page 74). within the Corporate account field to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen. to activate the synchronization Sync Calendar of calendar events between your device and the remote exchange server.

  • Page 122: Adding An Event To The Calendar

    Adding an Event to the Calendar Your Calendar helps you organize your time and reminds you of important events. Press and tap JANUARY Note: To synchronize calendar events among your Google and Corporate accounts, make sure they are being managed by your device (page 73). Views Calendar Menu Options 2F.
  • Page 123 Assign the new calendar event to a current account by tapping the Calendar selecting an account. For this example we are choosing a Google account. are calendar entries that are stored My calendar locally on the device and not part of an email account.

  • Page 124: Event Reminders

    Note: Search option appears when the calendar type is set to Corporate allows you to select from recent email Recently recipients. Tap entries and tap Note: When you add participants to a Calendar event, an email invitation is sent to the participants' email when the event it saved.

  • Page 125: Viewing Events

    Press to keep these reminders in place and close the Notifications panel. Viewing Events Press and tap . Once an event has JANUARY been created, entries are shown in the default view. To view a Calendar event farther out, tap either Week Month Tap the day for which you would like to view...

  • Page 126: My Files

    Erasing All Events Press and tap JANUARY From the main Calendar screen (Month tab view), press and tap Delete to delete all events currently available Select all for this managed account. – or – Place a checkmark only on those events you want deleted.

  • Page 127: Memo

    Memo Your device comes with a memo application that you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To compose a memo: Press and tap > Note: If there is already a previously stored memo on the device, touch the Create memo memo.
  • Page 128 Note: The number of hours and minutes left before the alarm goes off is briefly displayed onscreen after you set the new alarm time. to select an audio ringtone that will Ringtone sound with the alarm. Tap a ringtone to hear an audio sample. to accept the ringtone assignment.

  • Page 129: Calculator

    To hide the onscreen clock: Press and tap > Press and tap Hide clock Calculator Your device comes with a built-in calculator. Press and tap > Enter numbers using your keyboard or by tapping an onscreen key. Press and hold on the QWERTY keyboard to clear all numbers.
  • Page 130 If the option is on, email, Calendar and Auto-sync Contacts automatically synchronize whenever a change is made. If the option is off, simply tap Auto-sync within the account field to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen. To back up your Exchange Mail information: Press and tap >...

  • Page 131: Updating Your Android Operating System

    Updating Your Device Firmware Once you have backed up all your data, use the option to update your device Update Firmware firmware. Press > and tap About phone > System Updates . (Your device automatically Update Firmware downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your device off and back on to complete the software upgrade.) –...

  • Page 132: Updating Your Profile

    Locate the Android OS Update Available icon ) in Notifications. Touch and hold the Status bar, and then slide your finger down the screen. Tap the Android update available Download and follow the onscreen instructions. Updating Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information.

  • Page 133: 2G. Voice Services

    2G. Voice Services Voice Dialing (page 119) Opening Menus With Voice Dialer (page 121) Text-to-Speech (page 121) Voice Search (page 122) Important: (Speech to Action) feature will Voice Control not launch if you are currently in an active menu. Voice Dialing You can use your device’s built-in automatic speech recognition (ASR) software, called phone number in your Contacts or to launch phone...

  • Page 134: Calling A Contact With Voice Dialer

    <Menu> to jump directly to menu items or Open applications. (See “Opening Menus With Voice Dialer” on page 121.) Tip: Use Voice Dialer in a quiet environment so it can accurately recognize your commands. Calling a Contact With Voice Dialer Press and tap When you see “...

  • Page 135: Opening Menus With Voice Dialer

    Opening Menus With Voice Dialer You can jump directly to many menu items or applications by saying “ ” followed by a menu Go to option. Press and tap > When you see “ ,” say “ .” Listening Open A list of valid actions is displayed.

  • Page 136: Voice Search

    overrides any conflicting Always use my settings application settings with those you set up within this text-to-speech settings screen. If enabled, and available as a feature, your device will default to using the text-to-speech feature. Speak incoming CallerID verbally read out incoming Caller ID information for known and current Contacts.

  • Page 137: 2H. Microsd Card

    2H. microSD Card Your Device’s microSD Card and Adapter (page 123) Connecting Your Device to Your Computer (page 125) microSD Card Settings (page 128) Important Connection Information (page 129) Your Device’s microSD Card and Adapter The microSD Card Your device is equipped with a preinstalled 16GB SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory card.

  • Page 138: Microsd Icon Indicators

    microSD card Slot WARNING: Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins. Note: Be sure to use only recommended microSD cards (<32GB). Using non-recommended microSD cards could cause data loss and damage your device. 2H. microSD Card Re-inserting the microSD Card Correct Incorrect...

  • Page 139: Connecting Your Device To Your Computer

    WARNING: remove a microSD card while the DO NOT device is accessing or transferring files. Doing so will result in loss or damage of data. Make sure your battery is fully charged before using the microSD card. Your data may become damaged or lost if the battery runs out while you are using the microSD card.
  • Page 140 Before You Begin Here is what you will need to have before you can successfully establish a connection between your Epic 4G and a PC. microSD card (internally installed prior to start) compatible USB cable (included) With the microSD card installed, connect your device to your computer using a compatible USB cable.
  • Page 141 To remove the connection: When you have finished transferring data, click the USB device icon on your computer's taskbar, and follow the onscreen instructions to safely unplug the USB cable. Troubleshooting USB Connection If there is ever a circumstance where your setup of the device’s USB connection has an issue, try these troubleshooting tips.

  • Page 142: Microsd Card Settings

    Transferring data directly to and from the microSD You can access the microSD card and use it just as easily as any other communicating storage device. Connect the USB cable and on the phone screen, touch Connect to PC From your Desktop, double-click entry to display the folders and [device drive letter] files currently available on the internal microSD...

  • Page 143: Important Connection Information

    Review the available information. The storage capacity page is divided into two sections: External SD card storage Press to return to the previous page. Formatting the microSD Card Formatting a microSD card permanently removes all files stored on the card. Press and tap >...
  • Page 144 Important: The microSD card can only share a connection with one device at a time, either your device or your computer (via its USB connection), not both. You can not browse the contents of the card via your device if they are currently being browsed via your PC.

  • Page 145: 2I. Camera

    2I. Camera Taking Pictures (page 131) Recording Videos (page 137) Note: 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.

  • Page 146: Camera Settings

    Holding the phone in landscape mode, use the display screen as a viewfinder and aim the camera lens at your subject. Press or tap (Your device automatically saves the picture to the DCIM folder on the microSD card.) Important: Use the Up and Down Volume buttons to zoom in and out on your subject.

  • Page 147: Camera Options And Settings

    to adjust the overall image Exposure value brightness. Use the onscreen slider to adjust the value. to access the camera options and Settings settings: : to configure the camera hardware Camera parameters (page 133). : provides additional image shooting Settings options.
  • Page 148 to set a time delay before the camera Timer remotely takes a picture (self-timer). Once a time is selected, and you click the shoot button, you will hear and see a countdown before the image is taken. Choose from: to set the image resolution. Choose Resolution from: (2560x1920),...

  • Page 149: View Your Pictures

    to reconfigure your camera settings back to Reset their defaults. View Your Pictures The Gallery is where you can access the Gallery of stored camera images. Press > Select a folder location (ex: ) and tap an Camera image to view your picture. Pressing from the main Gallery...
  • Page 150 to initiate an onscreen slideshow Slideshow displaying every image in the current folder. – or – to display the following image menu Menu options: 2I. Camera to activate the picture share menu from Share which you can choose to share the current image via one of many options: to insert your image into your Facebook...

  • Page 151: Recording Videos

    to open additional image options such as: More Details Set as, Crop, Rotate Left, Details to display image details such as Title, Type, Date taken, Album, Location, Latitude, and Longitude. to assign the image as either the Set as Wallpaper (Home screen background) or to a current (display image).

  • Page 152: Camcorder Settings

    Important: Use the Up and Down Volume buttons to zoom in 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 153 to set the image quality for your Recording mode image. Choose from: (for SDHC card Normal storage) or Limit for MMS (sending the video in an MMS/video message). set the flash on or off. Flash to adjust the overall image Exposure value brightness.

  • Page 154: Video Settings

    to compensate for color differences White balance found within different lighting conditions. Choose from: (default), Auto Daylight , or Incandescent Fluorescent to apply different color effects onto videos. Effects Choose from: (default), Normal and White Sepia to set the quality for your video. Video quality Choose from: Superfine...
  • Page 155 to remove checkmarks on all files Unselect all within the current folder. Share to share the selected video via one of many options: to upload your selected video file to a YouTube YouTube page. Tap to complete the Upload process. to attach your video to a new MMS Messaging message.

  • Page 156: 2J. Bluetooth

    2J. Bluetooth Turning Bluetooth On and Off (page 142) Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu (page 143) Pairing Bluetooth Devices (page 144) Sending Contacts via Bluetooth (page 146) Disconnecting Bluetooth Connection During an Active Call (page 147) About Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers,...

  • Page 157: Using The Bluetooth Settings Menu

    Bluetooth Status Indicators The following icons show your Bluetooth connection status at a glance: – Bluetooth is active – Bluetooth is connected (paired) and communicating – Bluetooth is disabled (default status) [no icon] Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu menu allows you to set up many Bluetooth settings of the characteristics of your device’s Bluetooth service, including:...

  • Page 158: Pairing Bluetooth Devices

    To change your Bluetooth name: Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Tap the field and enter a new name. Device name to complete the rename process. To make your device visible: Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Making your device visible allows it to be detected by other devices for pairing and...
  • Page 159 Once successfully paired to an external device, appears within the Status area. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth- compatible devices.

  • Page 160: Sending Contacts Via Bluetooth

    To access a paired device’s settings: Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, the name of the previously paired device. and configure the desired options. Options Press to return to the previous page. Sending Contacts via Bluetooth Depending on your paired devices’...

  • Page 161: 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 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

    3A. Sprint Service: The Basics Visual Voicemail (page 150) Text Messaging (SMS) (page 156) Multimedia Messaging (MMS) (page 158) Caller ID (page 162) Call Waiting (page 162) Making a 3-Way Call (page 163) Call Forwarding (page 164) Roaming (page 164) Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail.
  • Page 165 Note: Voicemail Password Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your device is able to access your voicemail messages. Once you have completed the setup process, return to the voicemail page (see...

  • Page 166: Configuring Voicemail Options

    Listening to Multiple Voicemail Messages When you are done listening to a voicemail message you can easily access other voicemail messages without returning to the main voicemail screen. Listen to the current voicemail message. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message.

  • Page 167: Configuring Voicemail Settings

    to add the sender’s phone Add to contacts number to your Contacts list. Configuring Voicemail Settings Press and tap Press and tap . From this menu, you Settings can: Notifications to determine how you are notified of new voicemails. Choose from: , and Notifications Select ringtone...

  • Page 168: Voicemail Menu

    Changing Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu. Press and tap Press and tap Settings > Change greeting to connect to the Sprint voicemail system and follow the prompts to change your current greeting.

  • Page 169: Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages

    Note: When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. Sprint recommends that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your wireless phone number. When your voicemail answers, tap and enter your password.

  • Page 170: Text Messaging (Sms)

    Text Messaging (SMS) With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless device and another messaging-ready phone. When you receive a new message, it will automatically display on your device’s screen. Messaging is available via the Messaging application in your Applications screen.

  • Page 171: Accessing Text Messages

    to enter a wireless phone number directly. Mobile to enter the recipient’s email address. Email If applicable, tap a matching entry from the onscreen drop-down list. This list is populated by matches found from your managed accounts. Touch the Type to compose field and enter your message.

  • Page 172: Multimedia Messaging (Mms)

    Multimedia Messaging (MMS) With multimedia messaging (MMS), you can send and receive instant text messages that contain text, pictures, audio, recorded voice, or a picture slideshow. Messaging is available via the Messaging application in your Applications screen. Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for text messaging and MMS voice messaging.
  • Page 173 : Opens the camcorder application. Capture video Shoot a video, and then tap to use this video Save in your message. (See “Recording Videos” on page 137.) : Opens the Select audio menu. Use the Audio onscreen navigation to select an audio file and : Opens the message recorder Record audio (shown below).
  • Page 174 Current Image Caption Field Slideshow Controls When finished, tap slideshow to your message. Note: To remove or replace a picture or an audio attachment, on the Compose screen, tap the to the attachment. When you are finished creating your new MMS message, touch Send 3A.

  • Page 175: Deleting A Message Or Message Thread

    Note: When replying to a text message with an MMS message, first open the text message, press . The original text message is Add subject Attach then automatically converted into a multimedia message. Deleting a Message or Message Thread Press and tap Touch and hold the message entry to display the context menu.

  • Page 176: Caller Id

    : Enable this option if you wish to Notifications receive a notification in the status bar when a new text or multimedia message arrives. : Allows you to select a ringer to Select ringtone sound when a new message is received. Tap this option, and then select a ring tone that is specific to new text and multimedia messages.

  • Page 177: Making A 3-Way Call

    to answer the new call. The first caller is Answer placed on hold. Ignore to send the call to your voicemail box. to send the call to your voicemail Ignore with text box and immediately send the caller a text message.

  • Page 178: Call Forwarding

    If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected. Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number –...

  • Page 179: Setting Roam Mode

    Roaming on Other Digital Networks When you’re roaming on digital networks, your call quality and security is similar to the quality you receive when making calls on the Nationwide Sprint Network. However, you may not be able to access certain features, such as data services, depending on the available network.

  • Page 180: Call Guard

    Call Guard Your device has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network: the onscreen roaming icon and Call Guard. Call Guard makes it easy to manage your roaming by requiring an extra step before you can place or answer a roaming call.

  • 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

    3B. Web and Data Services Getting Started With Data Services (page 168) Navigating the Web (page 170) Wi-Fi (page 177) 4G Services (page 179) Email (page 182) Using the Android Market (page 196) Applications (page 197) Getting Started With Data Services With your Sprint service, you are ready to start enjoying the advantages of data services.

  • Page 183: Data Connection Status And Indicators

    Updating Your User Name If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your services, you must then update the profile on your device. Press and tap > About phone > System Updates Update Profile Launching a Web Connection Press...

  • Page 184: Navigating The Web

    Your device is connected to the high-speed Sprint Mobile Broadband Network (EVDO). When the signal bands are animated, your device is transferring data (for example, when you are opening a Web page); when the signal bands are gray, your device is connected to the network but is not currently transferring data (for example, when you are viewing a Web page that is completely open).

  • Page 185: Browser Menu

    Pinching and Zooming Zooming in and out on a Web page can be done now without the need of an onscreen zoom tool. Just use your fingers to pinch in or spread out on the screen. To zoom in: Place your thumb and index finger on the screen. Bring them together (pinch) to zoom in.
  • Page 186 From any open Web page, press (You will see the browser menu.) Options available within the browser menu include: : Launches a new Internet window while New window maintaining the current Web page active. : Allows you to access and manage your Bookmarks bookmarks.
  • Page 187 Note: These additional options can also be accessed via the QWERTY keyboard by using a combination of the Menu button ( ) and the specified key combination. Selecting Text on a Web Page While on an active Web page, press open the browser menu.
  • Page 188 : Provides an overview of Open pages in overview recently opened pages. Text encoding : Adjusts the current text encoding. : Prevents popup Block pop-up windows advertisement or windows from appearing onscreen. Remove the checkmark to disable this function. : Allows web page images to be Load images loaded along with the other text components of a loaded website.
  • Page 189 : Deletes any stored data from Clear form data previously filled out forms. Tap process. : Allows sites to request access to Enable location your current location (using the built-in GPS). : Clears location access for Clear location access all websites. Press to return to the browser.
  • Page 190 to complete the process. Creating Bookmarks From any open Web page, press . (You will see the browser menu.) . Three Bookmarks tabs are revealed: : Displays a Bookmarks list of your current Web bookmarks. : Displays a Most visited list of your most frequently visited websites.

  • Page 191: Wi-Fi

    Touch and hold an entry from the list to display an onscreen popup menu. Set as homepage to assign the selected entry as your new homepage. Adding Bookmarks to Your Home Screen From any open Web page, press Tap the Bookmarks tab.
  • Page 192 To turn Wi-Fi off: Press and tap > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi Tap to remove the green checkmark and deactivate Wi-Fi. – or – Touch and hold the Status bar, and then slide your finger down the screen. Tap the onscreen Wi-Fi icon to turn off the Wi-Fi service (turns gray when disabled).

  • Page 193: 4G Services

    Press and tap Scan Wi-Fi Status Indicators The following icons show your Wi-Fi connection status at a glance: – Wi-Fi is connected and active. – Wi-Fi active but there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP). Using the Wi-Fi Settings Menu menu allows you to set Wi-Fi settings - Advanced...

  • Page 194: Turning 4G On And Off

    Depending on which icons appear within the Notifications area, your services and features will change. The following table indicates what functions and features are available when combinations of these service icons appear: Notification Icons - Usage Case (4G/3G/Data) 3G Phone Coverage Available Phone coverage available only, no 3G/4G data available.

  • Page 195: Sprint Mobile Hotspot

    Tap the onscreen 4G icon to turn on the 4G service (turns green when enabled). To turn 4G off: Press > and tap Wireless & networks to remove the green checkmark and deactivate 4G services. Note: Use of 4G communication and Sprint Mobile Hot Spot service can cause an added drain to your battery and reduce your battery use times.

  • Page 196: Email

    Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this WPA communication (shown onscreen). To connect to the Sprint Mobile Hotspot: Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (laptop, media device, etc.). Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your Epic 4G hotspot from the network list.
  • Page 197 (Post Office Protocol) - This protocol is supported by most ISPs and is currently more common among consumer applications. POP3 is the current standard. Note: For more information, review your email carrier’s literature or contact your IT administrator. Email Icons/Shortcuts –...

  • Page 198: Opening Gmail

    The unique account name is used to differentiate this account from other email accounts accessed by your device. See “Adding Additional Internet Email Accounts” on page 189. Note: You must have a valid and active Google account ) prior to Gmail email setup and xxxxxx@gmail.com configuration.
  • Page 199 Select the picture you want to attach (indicated by a green checkmark) and tap to delete a selected attachment from your current email. Once complete, tap Send Save as draft to save the current email as a draft. To later view your draft email messages, from the Inbox, tap the Drafts To delete the current email message, tap...
  • Page 200 Status bar New email message Email Screen Email functions 3B. Web and Data Services To reply to an email message: With the email message displayed: From within Gmail, tap the recipient name from field and select an email application to begin replying to the sender.
  • Page 201 This menu provides both field information and settings: Signature : Allows you to create an email signature for your outgoing Gmail emails. : Shows a dialog whenever you Confirm delete delete an email. : Allows label operations. Batch operations : Removes all the searched Clear search history you have performed.

  • Page 202: Opening Email

    Opening Email Press and tap Press and tap Accounts Select an email account. Tap an existing email message. To refresh your Email messages: Press and tap Refresh Create and Send Email Press and tap Press and tap Accounts Select an email account. Inbox to open the contents of your inbox.
  • Page 203 Adding Additional Internet Email Accounts Using only reveals all currently added Email accounts.To view additional email accounts within the main Email screen, they must first be added. Press and tap Press and tap Accounts Press and tap Add account. Follow the onscreen prompts to add additional Internet-based email accounts such as Yahoo!, AOL, or other POP or IMAP accounts.
  • Page 204 : Adjusts the outgoing Outgoing settings parameters, such as username, password, and other incoming connection parameters (ex: SMTO server). : Allows you to maintain any Forward with files attachments while forwarding a current email. : Allows you to create an email signature Signature for your outgoing Gmail emails.
  • Page 205 Important: Key info here is the Domain the “ ” between the Domain and Username. Password : typically your network access password (case-sensitive). : your exchange server remote Exchange Server email address. Typically starts with Obtain this information from your company network administrator.
  • Page 206 While in a message, use or press to select messaging options, such Add to Contacts Forward (Original mode or Positive mode). Display Mode Create and Send Email From the Inbox, press Enter the message recipient’s email address in the field. Choose recipients from the following sources: to access your list of recent contacts.

  • Page 207: Configuring Corporate Email Settings

    Enter a new message body and tap To delete an email message: Touch and hold an email (from your inbox list) and select from the onscreen context menu. Delete – or – With the email message displayed, tap Configuring Corporate Email Settings After your initial setup, you are taken to the Settings menu for your new Work Email account.
  • Page 208 Tap the parameters you wish to synchronize. Account settings allows you to configure: displays the name used by the Account name device to track the account. displays the name used in the Your name From field within your outgoing emails. Email check frequency frequency which the device queries the remote server for new email changes.
  • Page 209 allows you to create an outgoing Signature email signature attached to new emails sent from your device. Press to return to the previous screen. For more detailed Corporate email information, see “Corporate Email (Outlook)” on page 190. For more information on Corporate Calendar synchronizing, see Synchronizing Corporate Calendar Events (page 106).

  • Page 210: Using The Android Market

    Using the Android Market The Android Market provides direct access to a large selection of applications which you can download and install on your device. Accessing the Market Press and tap If not already logged in with your Google account, Next Sign in and enter your Google account...

  • Page 211: Applications

    Reinstalling a Google Application If the Android operating system is ever updated, any data contained on the device will be erased. The only data stored on the device are Google applications available via the Android Market. Note: Pictures and music are stored on the microSD card. Contacts and Calendars are stored remotely on with your remote Google or Outlook servers.

  • Page 212: Nascar Sprint Cup Mobile

    Note: Some Sprint data applications may not work with a Wi-Fi connection present. If prompted, disable your device's Wi-Fi feature while using these applications. NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile Now you have the ability to get every bit of NASCAR coverage, news, and stats right on your device. Press and tap Sprint Cup Mobile...

  • Page 213: Sprint Football Live

    is your insider to NASCAR by Miss Sprint Cup providing news, information, blogs and twitter updates to the goings-on within NASCAR. displays a list of selectable multimedia Videos content. Other features include streaming multimedia content from NASCAR radio stations or other racing radio shows. provides you with quick access to News &...

  • Page 214: Sprint Zone

    (default home page) displays a screen 2010 Draft full of draft information such as Draft Insider, Exclusive Blog, Draft Tracker, Pick’Em, Mock Draft, and Draft Prospects. launches a team-specific page with Favorite Team content such as top stories, RSS feeds, Rumor information, Schedules, Team Alerts, and the ability to change your favorite team selection.
  • Page 215 Touch the Username Password enter your information. Sign in . Your device then communicates with the Qik servers to confirm your information. Follow the onscreen instructions. For more information, visit: http://qik.com/ Configure Front Facing Camera Press > Settings > Camera. to enable the Front front facing camera lens (to the upper-right of the...

  • Page 216: Entertainment: Tv And Music

    3C. Entertainment: TV and Music DivX (page 202) Sprint TV (page 205) Music (page 205) Streaming Music (page 208) YouTube (page 208) AllShare (page 209) gives you the ability to listen to audio clips Sprint TV and to view video clips right from your device’s display. Watch live TV and catch up on episodes of your favorite shows –...

  • Page 217: Locating Your Vod Registration Number

    Note: Pat. 7,295,673; 7,460,688; 7,519,274 Register your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies To play purchased DivX movies on your Samsung Epic device, you will first need to complete a one-time registration using both your device and your computer.
  • Page 218 (ex: Pat.divx). Follow the onscreen instructions to download the file and initiate the transfer process. Connect your Samsung Epic to the computer via USB and transfer this video. (See “Connecting Your Device to Your Computer” on page 125.)

  • Page 219: Sprint Tv

    Sprint TV 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 www.sprint.com/tvguide more information on channels and pricing. Note: Available categories and content are subject to change.
  • Page 220 Purchasing and Downloading Music from Amazon Press and tap Select an onscreen category ( Bestselling Songs Browse By Genre Follow the onscreen instructions to locate the desired track or album. Tap the song title to listen to an audio preview. Tap the song title again to stop playback.

  • Page 221: Backing Up Your Downloaded Music Files

    Creating a Playlist Press and tap > device searches through your device and microSD card for compatible music files and then displays them onscreen. Touch and hold a song you’d like to add to a playlist. This action reveals an onscreen context menu.

  • Page 222: Streaming Music

    Streaming Music Sprint offers a variety of musical options through the Radio category in the Sprint TV menu, including SIRIUS Music, Music Choice, VH1, and many others. Choose from rock, pop, hip-hop, and R&B, and access exclusive video clips, music industry news, performances, and interviews with your favorite artists.

  • Page 223: Allshare

    Note: It is not necessary to sign in to the YouTube site to view content. However, if you wish to sign in to access additional options, access the page via the Web browser and tap Sign in at the top right corner, enter your YouTube or Google username and password, and Sign in AllShare...
  • Page 224 to configure which media types will Share media be shared. Choose from Share sound allows you to turn on your Access point network Wi-Fi functionality and connect to an available Wi-Fi Access Point. Note: It is recommended that if you are not already communicating with an external WAP, you configure those settings here first.

  • Page 225: 3D. Gps Navigation

    3D. GPS Navigation GPS Services (page 211) Google Maps (page 211) Sprint Navigation (page 213) Getting Driving Directions (page 214) GPS Services Your device’s built-in GPS capability gives you access to a number of location-based services, including Google Maps Sprint Navigation Activating Location Mode Before using any of the location-based services, you must turn on your device’s location mode.
  • Page 226 Before you begin using this feature you must activate your GPS hardware and agree to share location information with Google. To enable your device’s GPS Location feature: Press and tap > security . A green checkmark Use GPS satellites indicates the GPS location feature is enabled. (For additional location information, see “Location Settings”...

  • Page 227: Sprint Navigation

    Tap the search field (at the top of the screen), enter a keyword, and tap This keyword can be a category name (such as pizza, steak, burger), a business name (Samsung, Sprint), or a Google friend who is sharing their location.

  • Page 228: Getting Driving Directions

    Using Sprint Navigation Before you can use Sprint Navigation, your device and service must be registered. Press and tap Select an option and follow the onscreen instructions to take advantage of Sprint Navigation’s full suite of features. lets you get driving directions from Drive To wherever you are to wherever you’re going.

  • Page 229: Using A Physical Address

    Using a Physical Address Before you can use Sprint Navigation, your device and service must be registered. Press and tap > Address. to manually enter the new address and Type It receive driving directions from the GPS network. – or – to place a call to the TeleNav™...

  • Page 230: Using A Local Business Category

    To receive turn by turn directions (2D): Press and tap Address. Note: A 2D map is a flat representation f your projected driving directions. A 3D map represents the driving directions with a representation of depth. , enter the physical address information, Type It and tap Done...

  • Page 231: Sharing A Recent Location With Others

    to store your information and begin the Search search. Tap a matching entry based on star ratings and distances. To search for the nearest gas station in your area: Press and tap > Businesses > Category > Gas Stations. to begin the search. Search Touch an entry from the list to display a new route to the selected gas station.

  • Page 232: Configuring Your Navigation Preferences

    to complete the delivery process. Send Now Configuring Your Navigation Preferences Press and tap Share & More > Preferences. Touch an entry to change its current setting: allows change general settings, General: including: First Name/Last Name: current first and last name registered with the service, as well as email address.

  • Page 233: Launching The Product Tour

    lets you change navigation settings, Navigation: including: Route Style: allows you to choose the method which is used to provide you directions from Point A to Point B. The default is fastest Avoid: allows you to setup obstacles that should be avoided when determining travel routes: , and HOV Lanes...

  • Page 235: Section 4: Safety And Warranty

    Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information...

  • Page 236: Important Safety Information

    4A. Important Safety Information General Precautions (page 222) Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone (page 223) Caring for the Battery (page 224) Radio Frequency (RF) Energy (page 225) Owner’s Record (page 227) User Guide Proprietary Notice (page 228) This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help you safely use your Failure to read and follow the information...

  • Page 237: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To

    Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Do Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency Calls Mobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon any mobile phone for essential communication (e.g., medical emergencies).

  • Page 238: Caring For The Battery

    Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating two-way radios should be turned off. Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives. Turn your phone off when you’re in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 239: Radio Frequency (Rf) Energy

    not aware of similar problems with Sprint phones resulting from the proper use of batteries and accessories approved by Sprint or the manufacturer of your phone. Use only Sprint- approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories found at Sprint Stores or through your phone’s manufacturer, or call 1-866-866-7509 to order.

  • Page 240: Fcc Radio Frequency Emission

    updated standard after reviewing the available body of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelines published by the National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP).

  • Page 241: Owner's Record

    FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 242: User Guide Proprietary Notice

    User Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: 4,901,307 5,109,390 5,267,262 5,506,865 5,544, 1 96 5,657,420 5,267,261 5,414,796 5,504,773 5,600,754 5,778,338 5,228,054 5,710,784 5,056, 1 09 5,568,483 5,490,165 5,511,073 Note: Pat.

  • Page 243: 4B. Manufacturer's Warranty

    What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC ("SAMSUNG") warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of...
  • Page 244 Product; (i) any other acts which are not the fault of SAMSUNG; or (j) Product used or purchased outside the United States.
  • Page 245 NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE...

  • Page 246: End User License Agreement For Software

    SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional 4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon. Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC 1301 E. Lookout Drive...
  • Page 247 Software. 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered as part of the product support services related to the Software provided to you, if any, related to the Software.
  • Page 248 8. TERMINATION. This EULA is effective until terminated. Your rights under this License will terminate automatically without notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this EULA, you shall cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Software.
  • Page 249 Samsung under any provision of this EULA and your exclusive remedy hereunder shall be limited to the greater of...
  • Page 250 To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung’s Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and return all settings to default settings.
  • Page 251 Index Symbols Numerics 3-Way Call 60, 163 Overview 179 Turning Off 181 Turning On 180 Understanding the Icons 180 4G Hotspot 181 Activation 5 Adapter microSD Card 125 Add 2 Sec Pause 57 Add Account 74 Add to Home screen 34 Add Wait 57 Airplane Mode 78 Activating 78...
  • Page 252 Audible Touch Notifications 67 Audible selection 67 Audible touch tones 67 Haptic feedback 67 SD card notifications 67 Auto-Rotate Feature 37 Auto-sync 195 Enabling 73 Back Key 24 Back Up All Data 115 Backing Up Text Messages Backlight 69 Keyboard 70 Battery 19–22 Capacity 19 Charging 20...
  • Page 253 Select Text 172 Selecting Onscreen Text 173 Text Size 173 Browser Menu 171–177 Calculator 115 Advanced panel 115 Calendar 106–112 Adding Corporate Events Adding Events 108 Event Reminders 110 Call Add call 60 Conference 60 Merge 60 Three-way call 60 Call Forwarding 164 Call Guard 166 Call Log 87–91...
  • Page 254 Clear Default 85 Clear Location Access 175 Connection Troubleshooting 127 Contact Icon 137 Contacts 92–105 Adding a Number 100 Adding an Entry 92 Adding Entries to Your Favorites 102 Adding Your Facebook Friends 103 Assigning a Picture 101 Assigning a Picture from Device 101 Assigning a Picture from online Gmail 102...
  • Page 255 Device Settings 66–86 Airplane Mode 78 Display Settings 69–72 Location Settings 72 Messaging Settings 156– Sound Settings 66–69 TTY Use 78 Device Updates 115, 118 Dialing Options 57 Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device 145 Display Screen 15, 70 DiVX 112 DivX DivX Player 204 DRM-Free 204 Protected Content 204...
  • Page 256 Facebook 135, 136 Adding Your Friends to your Contacts 103 Get Friends 103 Logging In 103 Phonebook 36 Sync Friends 103 Factory data reset 86 Favorites 64, 102 FCC Notice 227 File Viewer Accessing 112 Flight Mode 78 Folders Creating and Managing 36 Forgot My Unlock Pattern 82 Front Facing Camera 201 Gallery 71, 135...
  • Page 257 Home Screen Adding Web Bookmarks Customizing 33 Extended Screens 28 Overview 26 Homepage Creating 176 Image Viewer 133 In-Call Options 60 Input Method Changing 42 International Dialing 77 International Dialing Code Changing 77 Internet see Web Internet Email Adding Additional Accounts Key Functions 11 Keyboard Backlight 70 Keyboard Timeout 70...
  • Page 258 Message Threads Deleting 161 Messaging Email 182 Multimedia Messaging 158 Notification 156 Text Messaging 156 Visual Voicemail 150 microSD 123, 124 Available space 83 Before You Begin 126 Formatting 84 Total space 83 Troubleshooting Connection Umnount 84 microSD Card 123–130 Adapter 125 Formatting 129 My Files 112...
  • Page 259 Videos 199 NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile Navigating the Menus 26 Navigating the Web 170 North American Dialing 77 Orientation 37, 69 Outlook Account Management Settings 75 Synchronizing 74 Outlook Email 190 Owner’s Record 227 Pairing Bluetooth Devices 144 Phone Book see Contacts Phone Number Displaying 41...
  • Page 260 Safety Information 222–228 Saving a Phone Number 62, 94 Screen Lock 80 Screen Orientation 69 Screen Timeout 69 Search Key 24 Searching Using Text 25 Using Voice 25 Security 80–83 Menu 80 Select Input Method vi, 42 Select Locale 72 Set Wallpaper 71 Setting the Language English 72...
  • Page 261 Overview 213 Registering 213 Search 214 Search for Nearest Gas Station 217 Share & More 214 Sharing a Recent Location Turn by Turn Directions 216 Using 214 Using a Local Business Category 216 Using a Physical Address Sprint Service Account Passwords 6 Activation 5 Operator Services 8 Sprint 411 7...
  • Page 262 TV 205 Unlock Pattern 80 Changing the Pattern 82 Configuring Settings 81 Creating 80 Forgotten Your Pattern 82 Require pattern 81 Use visible pattern 81 Unlocking Your Device Screen Unpairing a Bluetooth Device Update Android 117 Update Firmware 115 Updating Firmware OTA 117 Updating Your Device Firmware 115...
  • Page 263 Wallpaper 70, 137 Gallery 71 Home screen 137 Wallpaper Gallery 71 Warranty 229 Web 168–177 see also Data Services Browser Menu 171–177 Email 182 Going to a Web page 171 Launching 169 Navigating 170 User Name 168 Zooming In and Out 171 Web Bookmarks 176 Wi-Fi Connecting to a Network...

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