Google Nexus 5 User Manual
Activation and
RESOURCES
Special note for Sprint
As You Go customers
With Sprint As You Go you can free yourself
from long-term contracts and enjoy more
wireless flexibility.
Some limitations apply, depending on your service
plan and device. Data roaming may not be
enabled and certain applications that are
preinstalled on your device may not be available or
operational. Also, to purchase other subscriptionbased third-party content from application stores
(such as Google Play™), you will need to provide
them with credit card information.
For more information, visit sprint.com/asyougo.
Thanks for choosing Sprint. This booklet
introduces you to the basics of getting
started with Sprint and your
Google Nexus 5
ReadyNow – For more help in getting
up and running with your new phone,
take advantage of exclusive Ready Now
resources at sprint.com/readynow.
You can even schedule a one-on-one
appointment at a Sprint Store near you.
For ongoing support and resources, visit
sprint.com/support. There, you’ll find
guides, tutorials, and more to help you
get the most out of your phone.
Note: Available applications and services are subject to
change at any time.
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Get Your Phone Ready
Before you start: Visit sprint.com/readynow to learn
about transferring contacts, calendars, and more
from your old phone.
Charge the Battery
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the charger/
accessory jack on the bottom of your phone.
2. Insert the larger end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
Note: Charging may take up to three hours.
Turn the Phone On
Press and hold the Power button to turn your phone on.
Turn the Screen On and Off
• To quickly turn the display screen off, press the Power
button on the right side of the phone.
• To turn the screen on and display the unlock screen, press
the Power button.
Unlock the Screen
Drag the lock icon upwards to unlock the screen.
Turn the Phone Off
Press and hold the Power button on the right side of the
phone and then touch Power off to turn the phone off.
Activate Your Phone
Activate Your Phone
If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is
probably activated and ready to use.
If you received your phone in the mail, and it is a
new Sprint account or a new phone number, your
phone is designed to activate automatically when
you first turn it on. You will see a Hands Free
Activation screen, which may be followed by
various update notices. Follow the onscreen
instructions to continue. To confirm your activation,
make a phone call.
If you received your phone in the mail and it is
going to be activated on an existing number
(you’re swapping phones), go to sprint.com/activate
and follow the instructions. When you have finished,
make a phone call to confirm your activation.
If your phone is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support
for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet,
call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from
another phone.
Setup Application
The setup application helps you set up various options and
applications, including setting up your Google™ Account.*
Complete the Setup Application
1. When you see the welcome screen, touch the arrow icon
to begin.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions and prompts to configure
various setup options.
3. When you’re done with setup, touch Finish. Your Google
Nexus 5 is now ready to use.
* You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your
phone; however, to download content from the Google Play
Store app, you must link your phone to a Google Account.
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