Samsung Galaxy Prevail 2 User Guide

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Samsung Galaxy Prevail

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Table of Contents

Tip: Looking for something? If you don’t see it in the headings

listed here, try the Index on page 181.

Introduction i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1A. Setting Up Your Device 2 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .

Installing the Battery and Charging 2 . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turning the Phone On or Off 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Securing Your Phone 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Activating Your Phone 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Displaying your Phone Number 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing an Optional Memory Card 6 . . . . . . . . . . .

Adding a Google Account 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adding a Samsung Account 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting Up Your Voicemail 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Getting Help 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mobile ID 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2A. Device Basics 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Features 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Home Screen 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Notifications 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Entering Text 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2B. Making and Answering

Calls 27

Making Calls 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Receiving Calls 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Calling Options 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Voicemail 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Call Settings 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Visual Voicemail 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2C. Settings 41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Accessing Settings 41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wireless and Network 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Home screen mode 49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blocking mode 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sound 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Display 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power saving mode 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Application manager 61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Location services 61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lock screen 63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Language and input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Back up and reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Add account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Developer options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Activate this Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

System Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

About device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

2D. Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 85

Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

2E. Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Get Started with Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

2F. Calendar & Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

My Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

2G. Voice Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Voice Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Voice Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Text-to-Speech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

2H. Pictures and Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Video Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

2I. Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Nearby devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

VPN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Kies via Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

3A. Service: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Service: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

3B. Data Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Getting Started with Data Services . . . . . . . . . 128

Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Play Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Play Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Music Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Google Play Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Google Play Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Google Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Google Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Boost Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

4A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . 139

4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty

. . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Introduction

This User Guide introduces you to Boost Mobile service and all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections:

 Section 1: Getting Started  Section 2: Your Phone  Section 3: Service Features  Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

WARNING: Please refer to the Important Safety Information

WARNING: If your phone has a touchscreen display, please

section on page 139 to learn about information that will help you safely use your phone. Failure to read and follow the Important Safety Information in this phone guide may result in serious bodily injury, death or property damage.

note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger. Using excessive force when pressing on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. “4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty” on page 166.

Section 1

Getting Started

1A. Setting Up Your Device

 Installing the Battery and Charging (page 2)  Turning the Phone On or Off (page 4)  Securing Your Phone (page 5)  Activating Your Phone (page 5)  Installing an Optional Memory Card (page 6)  Adding a Google Account (page 7)  Adding a Samsung Account (page 8)  Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 8)  Getting Help (page 9)  Mobile ID (page 10)

1A. Setting Up Your Device

Installing the Battery and Charging

Installing the battery

1. Remove the battery cover by gently pulling up on

the slot provided.

2. Insert the battery into the back of the phone,

making sure to align the gold contacts.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Removing the battery

1. Remove the battery cover by gently pulling up on

the slot provided.

2. Lift the battery out of the phone.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Charging the Battery

Keeping track of your battery’s power level is important. If the power level becomes too low, the phone turns off automatically, and you can lose any unsaved information.

With the Samsung-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it completely runs down.

The battery comes partially charged, but you should fully charge the battery before using your phone. After the first charge, you can use the phone while charging.

 Connect the charger to the USB/Accessory port,

then plug the Charger into an electrical outlet.

WARNING: Use only Samsung-approved batteries

and chargers with your device. The failure to use a Samsung-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your device will overheat, catch fire or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death or property damage.

1A. Setting Up Your Device 3

Battery Capacity

Your device is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It lets you recharge your battery before it is fully drained.

Note: Watch your device’s battery level indicator and

charge the battery before it runs out of power.

Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, browser use and other variables may reduce the battery’s talk and standby times.

1A. Setting Up Your Device 4

Turning the Phone On or Off

Turning the Phone On



Press and hold the Power/Lock Key until the phone starts up.

Turning the Phone Off

1. Press and hold the

the Device Options menu displays.

2. On the Device Options menu, touch Power off.

Power/Lock Key until

Securing Your Phone Activating Your Phone

Use your phone’s screen lock features to secure your phone.

To set a personal screen lock related to securing your phone, press , and then tap

Menu > Settings > Lock screen.

, and for other settings

Locking the phone



By default, the phone locks automatically when the screen times out.

– or – Press the

Tip: When the phone is locked, the Emergency call feature is

Power/Lock Key.

available on the lock screen, to allow you to make emergency calls even while the phone is locked.

Unlocking the phone

Unlock the phone using one of the default unlock screens, or use Screen lock options for increased security.



Press the your finger across the screen.

Power/Lock Key, then touch and drag

To activate your new phone, please refer to the Activation Instructions in the Getting Started Guide.

For additional support information visit us at: www.boostmobile.com

– or –

1-888-BOOST-4U

Call Boost Customer Care at

1-888-266-7848).

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Displaying your Phone Number



Press , and then tap Menu > Settings

About device

> The phone number assigned to

displayed under

Status.

your device is

My phone number.

1A. Setting Up Your Device 5

Installing an Optional Memory Card

Your phone supports optional microSDTM or microSDHC

memory cards (not included) for storage

of music, pictures, and other files.

Important: Please be careful when inserting, removing, or

handling a memory card because is it easily damaged during improper operation.

Do not over-insert a card as this can damage the contact pins.

1A. Setting Up Your Device 6

Installing a Memory Card

1. Open the memory card cover, turning the cover to

the side to expose the card slot.

2. With the gold contacts facing down, slide the

memory card into the slot, pushing gently until it locks into place.

3. Close the memory card cover.

Removing a Memory Card

Important: To prevent damage to data stored on a memory

Use the following procedures to remove an optional memory card (not included) from your phone.

card, unmount the card before removing it from the phone.

1. Press , and then tap Menu > Settings

> Storage > Unmount SD card.

2. At the prompt, read the warning and select OK to

continue. Wait for in the Status bar and Notifications before removing the card.

3. Open the memory card cover, turning the cover to

the side to expose the card slot.

4. Gently press the memory card to release the lock,

then carefully pull the card out.

5. Close the memory card cover.

SD card safe to remove to display

Adding a Google Account

Your new phone uses your Google account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google Talk and Play Store. When you turn on your phone for the first time, set up a connection with your existing Google account, or create a new Google account.

1. Press , and then tap Menu > Settings.

2. Touch Add account > Google.

3. Follow the prompts to enter your account

credentials and set up your account on your phone, or create a new account on your phone.

1A. Setting Up Your Device 7

Adding a Samsung Account

Setting Up Your Voicemail

Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps on your phone, including S Suggest and Samsung Apps.

1. Press , and then tap Menu > Settings

> Add account.

2. To uch Samsung account, and then follow the

prompts to enter your account credentials and set up your account on your phone, or create a new account on your phone.

1A. Setting Up Your Device 8

All unanswered calls are transferred to voicemail. You should set up your Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your device is activated.

1. Tap then touch and hold

Note: Boost Mobile strongly recommends that you

Follow the system prompts to:

 Create your password.  Record your name announcement.  Record your greeting.

create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your device can access your voicemail messages.

Getting Help

Managing Your Account

Online: www.boostmobile.com

 Access your account information.  Check your minutes used (depending on your Boost

Mobile service plan).

 View and add money to your account.  Enroll in Auto Re-Boost to make automatic

payments.

 Purchase accessories.  Shop for the latest Boost Mobile phones.  View available Boost Mobile service plans and

options.

 Learn more about data services and other products

like games, ringtones, wallpapers, and more.

From Any Other Phone

 1-888-BOOST-4U

(

1-888-266-7848).

411

411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business and government listings, movie listings or showtimes, driving directions, restaurant reservations and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge.

A per call charge and standard airtime fee may apply depending on your plan.

Tap



1A. Setting Up Your Device 9

Mobile ID

Mobile ID is an exclusive service from Boost Mobile, loaded with a variety of “ID Packs” for Android powered phones. Each pack is a customized experience of the best applications, widgets, shortcuts, wallpapers and ringers.

You can install as many as many as six ID Packs, including MyID, at any one time, and you can easily switch from one ID Pack to another without losing any applications already installed.

Note: Your device must be activated on the Boost

10 1A. Setting Up Your Device

network, your battery should be fully charged, and you should be in a network coverage area before you install an ID Pack.

You cannot access Mobile ID when connected to a Wi-Fi network.

Installing Your First ID Pack

1. Press , and then tap > Mobile ID.

2. On the Choose Your ID screen, tap Get New ID

Packs.

3. Touch an ID Pack on the Mobile ID > Get New ID

Packs screen, then follow the prompts to read a

description of the ID Pack, accept the Terms & Conditions, and install the ID Pack.

Section 2

Your Phone

2A. Device Basics

 Features (page 12)  Home Screen (page 16)  Entering Text (page 23)

Features

Front View

2A. Device Basics 12

Features

 Front Camera Lens lets you take pictures and videos

of yourself when you set the camera shooting mode to Self portrait.

 Proximity and Light Sensors detects the presence of

objects, for use with motion settings,and to control the screen display, such as when you move the phone away from your ear during a call. Detects ambient light when Automatic brightness is enabled, and when using the Front camera.

 Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated

prompts.

 Power/Lock Key lets you turn the device on or off,

or turn off the touchscreen display. When the screen is turned off, press once to turn on the screen and display the lock screen.

 LED Indicator flashes or glows for alerts or phone

status, when the screen is turned off.

 Menu Key allows you to display a context-sensitive

menu of options for the current screen or feature. While using your phone, you may notice that the Menu Key dims, but it is always available at a touch to provide a context-sensitive menu for the current screen or app.

 Home Key lets you return to the Home screen. Press

and hold to display recent applications or launch Tas k Manager.

 Back Key returns to the previous screen or option.

While using your phone, you may notice that the Back Key dims, but you can always use it to return to the previous item.

2A. Device Basics 13

Back View

2A. Device Basics 14

 Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and

sounds. You can mute the ringer when receiving incoming calls by pressing the volume button. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.

 Camera Lens lets you take pictures and videos.  3.5 mm Headset Jack lets you plug in an optional

headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.

WARNING: Inserting an accessory into the incorrect

jack may damage the device

 Microphones capture audio during recording, phone

calls, and video chat.

 Flash helps illuminate subjects in low-light

environments when capturing a photo or video.

 USB Charger/Accessory Jack lets you connect the

phone charger or a USB cable (included).

WARNING: Inserting an accessory into the incorrect

jack may damage the device.

Side Views

 Volume Key: From the Home screen, press to adjust

master volume. During calls or media playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute the ringtone of an incoming call.

 Memory Card Slot: Install an optional memory card

(not included) for additional file storage.

 Camera Key: From an unlocked screen, press and

hold to launch the Camera. In Camera, press to take a picture or record video.

2A. Device Basics 15

Home Screen

The Home screen is the starting point for using your phone.

You can customize the the Home Screen by adding app shortcuts, folders, or widgets to give you instant access to information and applications.

Press from any screen to display the main Home screen.

 Status Bar displays icons associated with the status

of the device such as communication, coverage, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi communication, battery level, GPS.

 Shortcuts launch applications, such as Camera,

Samsung Apps, and Play Store.

 Widgets run on the Home screen.

Note: All screen images in this guide are

simulated. Actual displays may vary, depending on the software version of your phone and any changes to the phone’s Settings

2A. Device Basics 16

Status Icons

Airplane Mode Active: All wireless

communications are disabled. See “Airplane mode” on page 46.

USB Connected: The phone is connected to a

computer using a USB cable..

Voice Call: A voice call is in progress.

Speakerphone: Speakerphone is enabled.

Missed Call: Displays when there is a missed

call.

Mute: Voice or playback volume is muted.

Battery Level: Shown fully charged.

Battery Charging: Battery is charging.

Device Power Critical: Battery has very little

power remaining. Charge immediately.

3G connection: Phone is active on a 3G

system. The arrows are colored when data is being transferred.

Status Bar – Status Icons

Signal Strength: Current signal strength. The

greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal.

Wi-Fi Active: Wi-Fi is active, and connected to a

Wi-Fi network. The greater the number of rays, the stronger the signal. For more information about configuring Wi-Fi, see “Wi-Fi” on page 42.

New Message: You have new message(s). New Voicemail: You have new voicemail. A

number indicates the number of new messages.

New Email Message: You have new email. Download Successful: A file was downloaded

successfully.

Update Available: An update is available for an

installed app.

Update Successful: An update was installed for

an app.

Alarm: An alarm is set. Mute: All sounds except media and alarms are

silenced temporarily, and Vibrate is not active.

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Status Bar – Status Icons

Vibrate: All sounds are temporarily replaced

with vibrations.

Music Playing: Music is playing, but the app is

in the background. You can control playback from Notifications, or from Music player.

Music Paused: Music playback is paused. You

can control playback from Notifications, or from Music player.

SD Card Ready: A scan is underway on an

optional installed memory card (not included), to prepare the card for use. For more information about using memory cards, see “Memory Card” on page 11.

SD Card Safe to Remove: An optional installed

memory card (not included) was unmounted, and it is safe to uninstall it. For more information about using memory cards, see “Memory Card” on page 11.

SD Card Removed: An optional memory card

(not included) was uninstalled. For more information about using memory cards, see “Memory Card” on page 11.

Status Bar – Status Icons

Bluetooth Active: Bluetooth is turned on. For

more information, see “Turning Bluetooth On or Off” on page 84.

Bluetooth Paired: Your device is connected

with another Bluetooth device. For more information, see “Pairing with a Bluetooth Device” on page 84.

TTY: TTY Mode is active.

Extended Home Screens

The Home screen consists of the Home panel, plus panels that extend beyond the display width to provide more space for adding shortcuts, widgets and folders.

Slide your finger horizontally across the screen to scroll to the left or right side panels. As you scroll, the indicator at the bottom of the display shows your current position.

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Customizing the Home Screen

You can customize your Home Screen to your preferences:

 Add Shortcuts to apps  Add Widgets  Add Folders  Add Pages  Change the Wallpaper

Shortcuts

Adding Shortcuts

Use App shortcuts for quick access to applications from the Home screen. Your phone comes with app shortcuts already placed on the Home screen, and you can add your favorites.

1. Press , and then navigate to the desired

Home screen panel.

2. Tap to display apps.

3. Touch and hold an app, then drag it to a new

position on the Home screen.

4. Release the shortcut to lock to lock it in the new

position.

Adding Shortcuts from the Home Screen

1. Press , and then navigate to the desired

Home screen panel.

2. Touch and hold an empty area of the Home

screen, then tap

3. Touch and hold an app, then drag it to a new

Apps and widgets.

position on the Home screen.

4. Release the icon to lock the new shortcut into its

new position.

Removing a Shortcut

Touch and hold the desired shortcut until



Remove

appears, then drag the shortcut to the Remove icon.

Note: This action does not delete the app, it simply removes

the shortcut from the Home screen.

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Primary Shortcuts

Primary shortcuts display at the bottom of the Home screen. You can change the Primary shortcuts, except

Apps.



Touch and hold a shortcut, then drag it from the Primary Shortcuts to the Home screen, or from the Home screen to the Primary Shortcuts.

Widgets

Widgets are self-contained apps that you can place on the Home screen for quick access. Widgets can include Contacts shortcuts, bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts.

1. Press , and then navigate to the desired

Home screen panel.

2. Tap , and then tap the Widgets tab.

3. Touch and hold a widget, then drag it to a new

position on the Home screen.

4. Release the widget to lock it in the new position.

Adding a Widget from the Home screen

1. Press , and then navigate to the desired

Home screen panel.

2. Touch and hold an empty area of the Home

3. Tap the Widgets tap, and then touch and hold a

screen, then tap

Apps and widgets.

widget and drag it to a new position on the Home screen.

Removing Widgets

Touch and hold the widget until



Remove appears,

then drag the widget to the Remove icon.

Note: This action does not delete the widget, it simply

removes it from the Home screen.

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Folders

Place folders on the Home screen to organize items.

Adding folders

1. Press , and then navigate to the desired

Home screen panel.

2. Touch and hold an empty area of the Home

screen, then tap

3. Tap Folder to create a folder on the Home screen.

Touch the folder to name it.

Removing Folders

Touch and hold the folder until



then drag the folder to the Remove icon.

Add to Home screen.

Remove appears,

Panels

Edit page.

Your phone comes with 5 Home screen panels. You can add and remove panels, up to a total of 7 panels.

Adding Panels

1. Press , and then tap

2. Tap a page thumbnail with the plus sign on it to

add a new page.

Removing Panels

1. Press , and then tap

2. Drag the page thumbnail to Remove.

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