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Samsung SMN900R4 Users Manual

SM-N900R4
DRAFT - Internal Use Only
ANDROID SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone and keep it for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ...........................6
Understanding this User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setting Up Your device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Turning the Device On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Your Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Your Samsung Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Voice Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Task Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Securing Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Section 2: Understanding Your Device .....17
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
S Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Multi Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
LED Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Status Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Primary Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Widgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Section 3: Contacts and Accounts ...........44
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Section 4: Calling ..................................... 57
Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Multi-party Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Ending a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Recent Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Section 5: Messaging ............................... 69
Types of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Text and Multimedia Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Emergency Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Google Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Section 6: Applications ............................80
Managing Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Action Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Amazon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Amazon Kindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Amazon MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Appstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Audible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Bloomberg+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Caller Name ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Evernote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Flipboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Google . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Google Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Google + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Group Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Hangouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
IMDb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
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Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
KNOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Mobile HotSpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Using Playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Creating a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Transferring Music Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Removing Music Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
My Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
My Verizon Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
PEN.UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Play Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Play Magazines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Play Movies & TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Play Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Play Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
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Downloading a New Google Application . . . . .112
Launching an Installed Google Application . . .114
POLARIS Office 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
S Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
S Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
S Translator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
S Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Samsung Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Samsung Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Samsung Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Scrapbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
SketchBook for Galaxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Slacker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Story Album . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
TripAdvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Verizon Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Viewdini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Voice Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Voice Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
VZ Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
VZ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
WatchON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Section 7: Connections .......................... 139
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Wi-Fi Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Mobile Hotspot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
VPN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Tethering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
NFC and Beaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
S Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Nearby devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Section 8: Settings .................................152
Accessing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Wireless and network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
More Wireless and Network Settings . . . . . . 158
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
One-handed operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Language and input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Back up and reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
S Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
About phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Section 9: Health and Safety Information 207
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . 207 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
FCC Part 15 Information to User . . . . . . . . . . 214
Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS) . 214
Smart Practices While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Battery Use and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . 218
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UL Certified Travel Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Display / Touch-Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
GPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Emergency Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Responsible Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
Regulations for Wireless Devices . . . . . . . . 226
Restricting Children's Access to Your
Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
FCC Notice and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Other Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . 229
Section 10: Warranty Information ..........231
Standard Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
End User License Agreement for Software . . . 236
Index .........................................................244
5

Section 1: Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

The sections of this manual generally follow the features of your device. A robust index for features begins on page 244.
Also included is important safety information beginning on page 207, that you should know before using your device.
This manual gives navigation instructions according to the default display settings. If you select other settings, navigation steps may be different.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual assume that you are starting from the Home screen. To get to the Home screen, you may need to unlock the device. For more information, see “Securing Your Device” on page 16.
Note:
Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and may vary from your device, depending on the software version on your device, and any changes to the device’s Settings.
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual displays may vary, depending on the software version of your device and any changes to the device’s Settings.
Getting Started 6
Special Text
In this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out important information, share quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows:
•
Notes
: Presents alternative options for the current feature or
menu.
•
Tips
: Provides quick or innovative methods, or useful shortcuts.
•
Important
: Points out important information about the current
feature that could affect performance.
•
Warning
: Brings to your attention important information to prevent loss of data or functionality, or even prevent damage to your device.
Text Conventions
This manual provides condensed information about how to use your device. To make this possible, the following text conventions are used to represent frequently-used steps:
➔
OFF
OFF
Arrows are used to represent the sequence of selecting successive options in procedures. For example:
“From the Home screen, touch
Settings
➔
Wi-Fi
.”
Many settings use an On/Off switch. Touch the
ON
ON
On/Off switch to turn a setting On or Off. This graphic is used to represent the On/Off switch.
Apps
➔
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Setting Up Your device

Install the 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card, battery, and optional memory card, then charge the battery to begin using your device.
Back Cover
The battery, SIM card, and optional memory card are installed under a removable cover on the back of the device.
Removing the battery cover
Pull up using the slot provided, while lifting the cover off the device.
Installing the battery cover
Align the cover and press it firmly into place, making sure it snaps into place.
Note:
The battery cover is flexible. Take care to avoid bending or twisting the cover when removing and installing, to prevent damage to the cover.
Getting Started 8
SIM Card
Your device uses a 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module). The 4G LTE SIM is a small, rectangular plastic card that stores your phone number, information about your wireless service, and other information such as messages.
If you purchased your device at a Verizon Wireless store, the SIM card is activated and ready to use. If you ordered a new device, the card may need to be activated before you can use it. For more information about activating the SIM card, visit:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GSIM
Caution!
Turn the device off before installing or removing the SIM card. Do not bend or scratch the SIM card. Take care when handling, installing, or removing the SIM card, and avoid exposing the SIM card to static electricity, water, or dirt. Keep the SIM card out of reach of small children.
.
Installing the 4G LTE SIM Card
1. Remove the back cover.
2. With the Verizon Wireless logo facing up, carefully
insert the 4G LTE SIM Card into the slot, pressing gently until it locks into place.
3. Install the back cover.
Removing the 4G LTE SIM Card
1. Turn off the device, then remove the back cover.
2. Press the 4G LTE SIM Card in gently to release the lock,
then carefully slide the 4G LTE SIM Card out of the slot.
3. Install the back cover.
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Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) is included with the device, for charging the battery.
The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of charge time. After the first charge, you can use the device while charging.
Warning!
Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Battery Indicator
The battery icon in the Status Bar shows battery power level. Before the battery becomes too low to operate, the battery icon flashes and a tone plays. If you continue using the device without charging, the device will power off.
Tip:
Task Manager provides helpful information about extending battery life. For more information, see “Task Manager” on page 14.
Installing and Removing the Battery
Installing the battery
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the battery into the device, aligning the gold
contacts on the battery with the gold contacts in the device.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Removing the Battery
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Lift the battery up and out of the device, using the slot
provided.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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Charging the Battery
Your device comes with a Wall/USB Charger (charging head and USB cable) to charge your device from any 110/220 VAC outlet.
Note:
The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of charge time. After the first charge, you can use the device while charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, then plug
the charging head into a standard AC power outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head
from the power outlet and remove the USB cable from the device.
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Turning the Device On and Off

Turning the Device On
Press and hold the device vibrates and starts up.
Turning the Device Off
1. Press and hold the
device vibrates and the Device Options menu displays.
2. At the prompt, tap
Power off
Power/Lock Key
Power/Lock Key
.
until the
until the

Your Google Account

Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google Talk and the Play Store. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up a connection with your existing Google account, or create a new Google account.
To create a Google account, or set up your Google account on your device, use Accounts and sync settings (see “Accounts” on page 193).

Your Samsung Account

Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps on your device, including Media Hub, Music Hub, and AllShare Play. For more information, see “Accounts” on page 193.
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Setup Wizard

The first time you turn your device on, Setup Wizard will guide you through the basics of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, set up accounts, choose location services, and learn more about your device.
You can also use the Setup Wizard to quickly configure your device at any time.
From the Home screen, touch
Setup Wizard
.
Apps
➔

Help

Get information about using your device, including videos, useful tips, and other information.
From the Home screen, touch
Help
.
Apps
➔

Your Phone Number

From the Home screen, touch Apps
Settings ➔ About phone ➔ Status
➔
.

Voice Mail

All unanswered calls to your device are sent to voicemail, even if your device is turned off, so you’ll want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as you activate your device.
For more information, see “Voicemail” on page 78.

TTY Mode

Your device is TTY-compatible, allowing you to connect a TTY device to the device’s headset jack. Before you can use your device with a TTY device, you’ll need to enable TTY Mode.
For more information about enabling TTY mode, see “Call Settings” on page 63.
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Roaming

When you travel outside your home network’s coverage area, your device can use roaming to acquire service on other compatible digital networks. When roaming, the
Roaming
icon displays in the Status bar.
Tip:
You can set your device’s roaming behavior. For more information, see “Mobile networks” on page 158.
During roaming, some services may not be available. Depending on your coverage area and service plan, extra charges may apply when making or receiving calls, connecting to the Internet, or using data services. Contact Verizon Wireless for more information about your coverage area and service plan.

Task Manager

Your device can run apps simultaneously, with some apps running in the background. Use Task Manager to see which apps are running on your device, and to end running apps to extend battery life. You can also uninstall apps from your device and check memory usage.
1. From any unlocked screen, press and hold the
2. Touc h th e
3. Touc h th e
4. Touc h th e
5. Touc h th e
6. Touc h t he
Tip:
Touch and drag your finger on the tabs to scroll the tabs.
Home Key
, then select
Active applications
on your device. Touch
Downloaded
Task manager
tab to view apps running
End
, or
End all
to close apps.
tab to view information about apps you’ve installed on your device. Touch remove an app from your device.
RAM
tab to display the amount of RAM
(Random Access Memory) in use. Touch
Clear memory
to clear processes to increase available RAM.
Storage
tab for internal system storage and
SD card memory statistics.
Help
tab to view information about managing
RAM, and tips for extending battery life.
.
Uninstall
to
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Memory Card

Your device supports optional, removable, microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards of up to 64GB capacity (not included), for storage of music, pictures, and other files.
For more information about using memory cards, see “Memory Card” on page 150.
Installing a Memory Card
1. Remove the back cover.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, slide the memory
card into the slot, pushing gently until it locks into place.
3. Install the back cover.
Removing a Memory Card
Important!
To prevent damage to data stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device.
Menu
1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ Storage
➔ Unmount SD card
2. At the prompt, read the warning and select continue. Wait for
SD card safe to remove
, then touch
.
OK
to appear in
the Status bar and Notifications.
3. Remove the back cover.
4. Gently press on the memory card to release the lock,
then carefully pull the card out.
5. Install the back cover.
to
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Securing Your Device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device.
Note:
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
To set a personal screen lock, use the Screen lock option under Security settings. For more information, see “Screen lock” on page 177.
For other settings related to securing your device, see “Security” on page 182.
Locking the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. – or –
Press the
Tip:
When the device is locked, the Emergency call feature is available on the lock screen, to allow you to make emergency calls even while the device is locked.
Power/Lock Key
.
Unlocking the Device
Unlock the device using one of the default unlock screens, or use Screen lock options for increased security.
Press the drag your finger across the screen.
Tip:
Special notification icons display for missed calls or new messages. Drag a missed call or message icon to view the message or call log.
Power/Lock Key
, then touch and
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Section 2: Understanding Your Device

Features

•
Touch screen with virtual (on-screen) QWERTY keyboard
•
Brilliant 4.99XX??” HD Super AMOLED® screen (1920 x 1080)
•
1.9XX?? gigahertz quad-core processor
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Delivering data speeds faster than the current 3G network technology by using 4G LTE and High Speed Packet Access Plus (HSPA+).
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Android 4.3, Jelly Bean Platform
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USB 3.0 connector for fast transfer speeds
•
Smart Switch™ compliant. For more information, see www.samsungsmartswitch.com
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Support for Air View® and Air Gestures®.
•
S Pen functionality
•
Wi-Fi ® Capability
•
WatchON® – Rich TV experience with Infrared (IR) remote
•
Apps available to download from the Google Play™ Store and Samsung Apps
•
Access Movies, TV Shows, Music, Games, and Books with Samsung Hub™
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Samsung Link™ to share your media content across connected devices. Cloud connectivity is enabled via the use of an external Web storage service
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Compliant with AllShare Cast Hub®
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13 Megapixel Camera and Camcorder with autofocus and digital zoom XX??
•
2 Megapixel Front Facing camera for Video Chat XX??
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Share Shot picture sharing functionality, Camera sharing via multi-connect Wi-Fi Direct connection
•
S-Beam file transfer technology
•
Bluetooth enabled
•
NFC-compatible
•
Full Integration of Google Mobile™ Services (Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, Google Voice Search)
•
Multiple Messaging Options: Text/Picture/Video Messaging and Google Hangouts™
•
Corporate and Personal Email
•
Music Player with multitasking features
•
FPO
Pre-loaded e-reader applications such as: Play Books™ and Play
Magazines™
•
Assisted GPS (Google Navigation)
•
Webkit-based browser
•
Expandable memory slot - supports up to 64GB microSD
•
Mobile HotSpot and USB Tethering-capability
•
Video Chat via Google Hangouts
•
Google Play™ Music
•
Wi-Fi ® Calling via the use of a micro SIM card
•
HD Video Player 1080p – Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, VC-1, WMV7/8, VP8, MP43 – Format: 3GP (MP4), WMV (ASF), AVI, and DivX
•
Video Player support for PIP (Picture in Picture) viewing
•
DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium content

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Indicator light
1.
illuminates with a series of distinct colors and flashing patterns to indicate different notifications and statuses. Events include Charging, Low battery, and Missed event:
•
Powering on -
•
Battery Charging -
•
Battery Fully Charged -
•
Low Battery or Charging Error-
•
Missed Notification (Call or Messaging) -
blue
blinks/animates
red
remains on
green
remains on.
red
blinks/animates
blue
blinks/animates
For more information, refer to “LED Indicator” on page
269.
2.
Light (RGB) Sensor
lets you use the ambient light level to adjust the screen brightness/contrast. This sensor decreases screen brightness in dim light.
•
In a bright light condition (outdoors), the sensors cause the device to increase the brightness and contrast for better viewing.
•
In dim light conditions, the device decreases the screen brightness to compensate.
3.
Menu key
displays a list of options available for the current screen. From the Home screen it displays Add apps and widgets, Create folder, Set wallpaper, Edit page, Search, and Settings options.
4.
Home
key displays the Home screen when pressed.
Press and hold to display your recent apps, Task manager, and Remove all option. Double-press to activate S Voice.
5.
Microphones
are used during phone calls and allow
other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them. There are two microphones on the device:
•
Bottom microphone: used during handset mode.
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•
FPO
Top microphone: used while an active call is in the speakerphone mode and assists in noise cancellation (2 microphone solution).
6.
USB Power/Accessory connector
a power cable or optional accessories such as a USB/ data cable.
7.
Back key
redisplays the previous screen or clears
entries.
S Pen
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
provides a stylus that assists you in performing
different functions.
Display
shows all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the connection status, received signal strength, phone battery level, and time.
Front Facing Camera
facing the screen and allows you to video conference.
Gestures Sensor
motions.
Proximity Sensor
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.
allows you to take pictures while
used to detect Air View and Air Gesture
detects how close an object is to the
allows you to connect
•
While talking on the phone, the sensor detects talk activity and locks the keypad to prevent accidental key presses.
13.
Receiver
allows you to hear the other caller.

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•
FPO
Volume
: From the Home screen, press to adjust master volume. During calls or media playback, press mute the ringtone of an incoming call.
•
Power/Lock
access a device options menu. Press to lock the device, or to wake the screen for unlocking.
: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, and to
to adjust volume. Press to

Back

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1.
FPO
Flash
is used to take photos in low-light conditions.
External speaker
2.
other sounds offered by your device.
3.
micro SIM Card Slot
SIM card.
microSD Card Slot
4.
card to expand the memory of your device.
allows you to hear ringers, music, and
(internal) Installation location for
(internal) allows you use a microSD

S Pen

Create and collaborate with S Pen.
Removing S Pen
S Pen stores inside your device, for convenient access.
Slide S Pen from your device using the notch on the end of the S Pen.
S Pen Settings
Configure S Pen settings, including options for sounds and for tracking S Pen when it’s not stored in your device.
For more information about S Pen, and to configure settings,
Apps
➔
touch page 196.
Settings ➔ S Pen
, or see “S Pen” on
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Easy Clip
Instantly outline and crop images on the screen, in any shape, to share or paste. You can edit the cropped content, or personalize it with your own handwriting.
To use Easy Clip:
1. Press and hold the S Pen button, then draw around the
image you want to clip, making sure to close the shape.
2. Tap the app you want to paste the image into, or if you
do nothing, the image is pasted to Clipboard.
Air View
Hover S Pen over the screen to preview content, or view information about an item on the screen. For example:
•
Hover over an email in a list to preview the message before opening it.
•
Hover over a photo album to preview the contents, or see a picture enlarged.
•
Hover over the timeline during video playback to preview and navigate to specific scenes.
•
In S Planner, hover over dates and events to see details
•
Hover over an icon or screen button to view the item’s title
For more information about Air View, and to configure settings, touch
, or see “Air view” on page 197.
View
Apps ➔
Settings ➔ S Pen ➔ Air
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Quick Command
Multitask like never before. Launch Quick Command pad from any screen, to hand-write tasks. Use S Pen to draw a Quick Command to launch a feature, or draw a Quick Command followed by a keyword to personalize the command. For example, draw a question mark “?” to search the Internet, or draw a question mark followed by a search term to search on the term.
For more information about Quick Command, and to configure settings, touch
➔
Quick Command settings
Apps ➔
, or see “Quick Command
settings” on page 197.
To launch Quick Command:
Press and hold the S Pen button and swipe upwards on the screen.
Settings ➔ S Pen
Idea Sketch
Express your ideas with an image. Add illustrations by hand­writing keywords on the Idea Sketch pad.
To use Idea Sketch:
1. From the Home screen, touch
2. From the toolbar, select the Idea Sketch
from the menu.
Apps ➔
Insert
tool, then choose
3. Write a search term for something you want to draw or insert into your S Note. Or, select
List
and choose a
category.
4. S Note displays images matching your search term. Select an image to insert it into your S Note. You can edit the image, or draw on it, and changes are saved in the note.
S Note
.
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Photo Notes
Hand-write a note on the back of pictures to add detail to your memories.
To add a Photo Note:
1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery
.
2. Select a picture, then select
3. Use S Pen to write a note on the back of the picture,
then select
Note:
Photo notes are saved with the picture on your device,
Done
to save the note with the picture.
but are not transferred when you share the picture.
Apps
➔
Menu ➔ Draw on image
.
Popup Note
Multitask with Popup Note - open an S Note instantly in a popup window to jot down a quick note during a meeting, or write down information from another area of the screen.
To use Popup Note:
1. From any screen, press and hold the S Pen button and
double-tap on the screen.
2. Use S Pen to write your note, then save it for later. You
can move the popup window around the screen.
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