Samsung SM-G900T (T-Mobile) Quick Start Guide

Table of Contents

My Carrier .......................................................3

Service ............................................................. 4

Device Functions ...........................................5

Setting Up Your Device ................................ 7

Turning Your Phone On and Off ......................... 10

Locking and Unlocking Screen .......................... 11

Initial Device Configuration .................................. 11

Home Screen ................................................12

Calling Features ..........................................13

Making a Call .......................................................... 13

Ending a Call ...........................................................14

Answering a Call ....................................................14

Rejecting a Call ......................................................14

Voicemail .......................................................15

Set Up Voicemail ....................................................15

Access Voicemail ...................................................15

Visual Voicemail ..........................................16

Initial Configuration and Set Up ......................... 16

Checking Visual Voicemail Messages ..............16

Deleting Visual Voicemail Messages .................16

Contacts ........................................................ 17

Creating a New Contact ....................................... 17

Adding a Number to an Existing Contact ......... 17

Deleting an Existing Contact ............................... 17

Messages ......................................................18

Create and Send a Message ..............................18

Connections .................................................19

Connecting to Bluetooth.......................................19

Connecting to Wi-Fi ............................................... 19

Near Field Communication .................................. 20

S Beam .....................................................................20

Smartphone Mobile HotSpot............................... 21

USB Tethering .........................................................23

Apps & More .................................................25

Installing Apps ........................................................25

Samsung Smart Switch ........................................ 25

Gmail (Google Account) ....................................... 25

Setting Up Your Email Accounts .......................26

Internet ......................................................................27

Multi Window ........................................................... 28

Camera .....................................................................29

Wi-Fi Calling .................................................30

Lock Screen ............................................................32

Legal ...............................................................33

APPROVED FIRMWARE VERSIONS .................33

INFORMATION ABOUT SAFEGUARDING

HANDSETS .............................................................. 33

EMERGENCY DIALING ......................................... 34

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...............................35

My Carrier

This guide provides you with the information you need to get started. For more information and additional support, please visit

www.t-mobile.com/support/ where you can:

● Register at my.t-mobile.com/ to check your

minutes, pay your bill, upgrade your phone, and change your rate plan.

● Review your device’s User Manual and

troubleshooting FAQs.

● View the latest troubleshooting solutions in

the Support Forums or ask a question of your own.

Access account information from:

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps g T-Mobile My Account.

2. If prompted, follow the on-screen information for what’s new in the app.

3. Choose from an available category such as: Account Info, Device Health, Notifications, Take The Pledge, and others.

Note: Devices and software are constantly

evolving—the screen images and icons you see here are for reference only.

Service

If you are a new T-Mobile® customer and your service has not yet been activated, call Customer Care at 1-800-937-8997 and a T-Mobile Activations representative will assist you.

You will need the following information when activating service :

● Your Service Agreement and the agent code

on your Agreement

● Your name, home address, home phone

number, and billing address

Note: For business and government accounts,

please provide the name of the organization, the address, and the tax ID.

● Your Social Security number, current driver’s

license number, and date of birth for credit check purposes

● Your choice of T-Mobile rate plan and

services (see www.t-mobile.com for the latest plan information)

● SIM serial number and IMEI number (located

on the box barcode label)

Note: By activating service, you acknowledge that

you have read, understand, and agree to be bound by each of T-Mobile’s Terms and Conditions, and your Service Agreement.

Device Functions

Transmitter

Sensors

Power/Lock

Front- Facing Camera

Home/

Fingerprint

reader

*Rece nt and Bac k keys illum inate wh en navig ating through the device.

Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on

IP67 rating, which tests submersion up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes. Not shockproof. Covers must be tightly closed.

Back*Recent*

Flash

Speaker

Headset

Jack

Camera

Lens

Heart Rate Sensor

Warning! Please use only an approved charging

accessory to charge your dev ice. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your device and void the warranty.

Setting Up Your Device

Step 1. Remove the Back Cover

● Locate the cover release latch (1) and

carefully remove the cover off the device (2).

Step 2. Install the SIM Card

● Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot

until it “clicks” into place.

Step 3. Install the optional microSD card

● Slide the microSD™ card into the card slot

until it is secured into place.

Step 4. Insert the Battery

● Inser t the bat tery, making sure to align the

gold contacts (1). Press down gently to secure the battery (2).

Step 5. Replace the Back Cover

● To ensure the back cover is firmly sealed,

position the battery cover over the battery compartment and securely press down until you hear a click.

Note: The rubber seal fitted to both the batter y

and USB covers are important components of the device. Take care when opening and closing these covers to avoid damaging the rubber seal. Also, ensure that the rubber seals are free from debris, such as sand or dust to prevent damage to the device. Open or loose covers may allow water and dust to enter the device and cause damage. The rubber seal should be intact, and the USB cover should be closed tightly.

Step 6. Charging the Device

● Before turning on your device, charge it fully.

Be sure to use the charger that came with the device.

● Carefully remove the cover (1) and insert

your connector (2).

Important! Verify that the battery is installed prior

to connecting the wall charger. If both the wall charger is connected and the battery is not installed, the handset will power cycle continuously and prevent proper operation. Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery, can cause the device to

become damaged.

USB 2.0

connector

USB 3.0

connector

Note: Alternatively, the device can also be

charged using a USB 2.0 connector.

Important! Verify that the battery is installed prior

Turning Your Phone On and Off

1. To turn ON, press and hold the Power/Lock

key.

2. To turn OFF, press and hold Power/Lock key and follow the prompts.

Locking and Unlocking Screen

1. To Lock, press the Power/Lock key.

2. To Unlock, press the Power/Lock key then

swipe your finger across the screen.

Initial Device Configuration

1. Select a language and tap Next or tap Accessibility if you are visually impaired or

hard of hearing.

2. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the set up process.

Note: If you do not set up or log into your Gmail

account during this process, you can later access Gmail from within the Applications page.

Home Screen

Swipe your ﬁngers left or right to view the entire Home screen. You can customize the screen with widgets and shortcuts to your favorite applications.

Status Bar

The Status bar appears at the top of your Home screen. Icons indicating your device’s status and new notiﬁcation alerts appear on the Status bar.

Notification Screen

The Notiﬁcation area indicates new message events (data sync status, new messages, calendar events, call status, etc). You can expand this area to display the Notiﬁcation screen that provides more detailed information.

Notification Area

Status Bar

Status Area

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