Samsung SPH-M840 User Guide

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ANDROID SMARTPHONE

User Guide

Please read this manual before operating your

phone and keep it for future reference.

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Intellectual Property

All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and related documentation and other works of authorship. You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.

Open Source Software

Some software components of this product incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and other open source licenses. To obtain the source code covered under the open source licenses, please visit:

http://opensource.samsung.com

Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability

EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS", AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE; THE DESIGN, CONDITION OR QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT; THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT; THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; OR COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM

VMU_SPH-M840_UG_Eng_MD7_TE_050813_F3

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THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.

Modification of Software

SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.

USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR CARRIER MAY NOT PERMIT USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS.

Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), LLC

Headquarters: 1301 E. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75082

Customer Care Center: 1000 Klein Rd. Plano, TX 75074 Toll Free Tel: 1.888.987.HELP (4357)

Internet Address:

http://www.samsung.com

2013 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung

Electronics Co., Ltd. Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Phone?

For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System)

www.samsung.com/us/support

at:

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The Bluetooth® word mark, figure mark (stylized “B Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.

Nuance®, VSuite

™, XT9® Text Input, and the Nuance logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of

Nuance Communications, Inc., or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. microSD™, microSDHC™ and the microSD logo are Trademarks of the SD Card Association. Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and

DivX are used under license. DivX Certified

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX This is an official DivX Certified Visit

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified

to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium content.

is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.

device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays DivX video.

divx.com

for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.

device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu (From the Home screen, touch Apps > Settings > About device > Legal information > License settings > DivX

VOD > Register). Go to

vod.divx.com

for more information on how

Electronics Co., Ltd. All product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Screen images simulated. Appearance of the device may vary.

and the Virgin signature logo are registered trademarks of Virgin Enterprises Limited and are

VIRGIN used under license.

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Table of Contents

Section 1: Getting Started ................4

Understanding this User Manual . . . . . . .4

Setting Up Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Turning the Phone On and Off . . . . . . . .8

Your Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Your Samsung Account . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Displaying Your Phone Number . . . . . . .9

Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Task Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Securing Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Section 2: My Account ....................12

Create your Account and

Pick your Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Activating Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Managing Your Account . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Section 3: Understanding

Your Phone ......................................14

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Side Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

LED Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Status Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Primary Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Widgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Section 4: Calling ...........................30

Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using Speakerphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Ending a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Options After a Call Ends . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Section 5: Contacts and Accounts . 39

Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Section 6: Messaging .....................48

Types of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Text and Multimedia Messages . . . . . . 48

Emergency Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

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Visual Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Google Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Google+ Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Section 7: Applications ...................58

Managing Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Google . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Google+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Media Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Mobile ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Music Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

My Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

My Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Play Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Play Magazines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Play Movies & TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Play Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Play Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Samsung Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Video Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Voice Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Voice Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Visual Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

VMLive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Section 8: Connections ...................81

Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Nearby devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

VPN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . 87

Section 9: Settings ..........................89

Accessing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Data usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

More Wireless and network Settings . . 94

Home screen mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Blocking mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Power saving mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

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Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Application manager . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Location services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Lock screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Language and input . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Back up and reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Add account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Developer options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Activate this Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

System Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

About device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

Section 10: Health and Safety

Information ....................................126

Exposure to Radio Frequency

(RF) Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

Certification Information . . . . . . . . .130

FCC Part 15 Information to User . . . . .132

Commercial Mobile Alerting

System (CMAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Smart Practices While Driving . . . . . .133

Battery Use and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Samsung Mobile Products and

Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

UL Certified Travel Charger . . . . . . . . .137

Display / Touch-Screen . . . . . . . . . . .137

GPS & AGPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Emergency Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Responsible Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . 142

FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)

Regulations for Wireless Devices . . 143

Restricting Children's Access to

Your Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

FCC Notice and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . 145

Other Important Safety Information . . 146

Section 11: Warranty Information 148

Standard Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . 148

End User License Agreement

for Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Index ..............................................160

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Section 1: Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

The sections of this manual generally follow the features of your phone. A robust index for features begins on page 160.

Also included is important safety information beginning on page 126, that you should know before using your phone.

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 phone. For more information, see “Securing Your Phone” on page 10.

Note:

Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and may vary from your phone, depending on the software version on your phone, and any changes to the phone’s Settings.

Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the phone unlocked, at the Home screen.

All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual displays may vary, depending on the software version of your phone and any changes to the phone’s Settings.

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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 phone.

Text Conventions

This manual provides condensed information about how to use your phone. To make this possible, the following text conventions are used to represent frequently-used steps:

➔

Arrows are used to represent the sequence of selecting successive options in procedures. For example:

“From the Home screen, touch

, then select Settings

Wi-Fi

.”

Many settings use an On/Off switch. Touch the On/Off switch to turn a setting On or Off. This graphic is used to represent the On/Off switch.

➔

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Setting Up Your Phone

Install the battery, then charge it, to begin using your phone.

Battery

Your phone is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) is included with the phone, for charging the battery.

The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time. After the first charge, you can use the phone 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. When battery power is very low, the battery icon flashes and a tone plays. If you continue using the phone without charging, the phone will power off.

Tip:

Task Manager provides helpful information about extending battery life. For more information, see “Task Manager” on page 10.

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Installing the Battery

1. Remove the battery cover by 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 by aligning the

cover and pressing it gently into place.

Removing the Battery

1. Turn the phone off. Removing the battery

when the device is on may cause loss of stored numbers or messages.

2. Remove the battery cover by pulling up on

the slot provided.

3. Lift the battery out of the device using the

slot provided.

4. Replace the battery cover by aligning the

cover and pressing gently until it clicks into place.

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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.

Note:

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.

Turning the Phone On and Off

Turning the Phone On



Press and hold the

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

off

Power/Lock Key

until

Power

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Your 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.



From the Home screen, touch

Settings ➔ Add account

➔

Apps

Google

➔

Your Samsung Account

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



From the Home screen, touch

Settings ➔ Add account ➔ Samsung

Apps

➔

Displaying Your Phone Number



From the Home screen, touch

Settings ➔ About device ➔ Status

Apps

➔

Voicemail

As soon as your phone is activated, all unanswered calls are sent to voicemail.

Set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as you activate your phone.

For more information about setting up voicemail, see “Voicemail” on page 55.

TTY Mode

Your phone is TTY-compatible, allowing you to connect a TTY device to the phone’s headset jack. Before you can use your phone with a TTY device, you’ll need to enable TTY Mode.

For more information about enabling TTY mode, see “Call Settings” on page 34.

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Task Manager

Your phone can run apps simultaneously, with some apps running in the background. Use Task manager to see which apps are running on your phone, and to end running apps to extend battery life. You can also uninstall apps from your phone and check memory usage.

1. From any unlocked screen, press and hold Home Key

the

Task manager

2. Touch the

apps running on your phone. Touch

End all

3. Touch the

information about apps you’ve installed on your phone. Touch app from your phone.

4. Touch the

of RAM (Random Access Memory) in use. Touch increase available RAM.

5. Touch the

storage and SD card memory statistics.

6. Touch the

your finger over the tabs to display the Help tab) to view information about managing RAM, and tips for extending battery life.

Active applications

to close apps.

Downloaded

RAM

Clear memory

Storage

Help

, then select

tab to view

End

tab to view

Uninstall

to remove an

tab to display the amount

to clear processes to

tab for internal system

tab (you may have to swipe

Securing Your Phone

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

To set a personal screen lock, and for other settings related to securing your phone, refer to

Apps

➔

Locking the phone



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

, or

Press the

Tip:

When the phone is locked, the Emergency call feature is 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 drag your finger across the screen.

Settings

➔

Power/Lock Key

Lock screen

, then touch and

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Memory Card

Your phone supports optional microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards (not included), for storage of music, pictures, and other files.

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

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

➔

Storage

➔

card

2. At the prompt, read the warning and select

OK to continue. Wait for

to display in the Status bar and

remove

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.

Unmount SD

SD card safe to

Apps

➔

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Section 2: My Account

Before using your device, you must activate your service with Virgin Mobile. You will need your phone’s serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment.

Create your Account and Pick your Plan

1. From your computer, visit

virginmobileusa.com

2. Choose an activation option and click

then enter your ZIP code and click

3. When prompted, enter the

printed on a sticker inside the

(MEID)

battery compartment.

4. Follow the instructions to choose your plan

and select a payment method.

and click

Activate

serial number

Activating Your Device

After setting up your account on

virginmobileusa.com

Your device is designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Virgin Mobile

device to a new one, be sure to turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is complete, turn on the new device and the programming

information will be pushed to your device automatically.

You can also start the activation process manually.



From the Home screen, touch

Profile

Note:

Do not press the activation. Pressing the cancels the activation process.

, simply turn your device on.

Settings

➔

System Update

Power/Lock Key

Apps

➔

during

➔

Update

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Managing Your Account

From your Phone

To access your account from your phone:



From the Home screen, touch

My Account

– or – Dial *86.

You can:

•

Check your minutes

•

Add money (Top-Up)

•

Change plans

•

And more!

From Your Computer

virginmobileusa.com

Apps

Top-Up Your Account

➔

Up cards at thousands of retailers and add money to your account from your phone or by logging in at

Auto Pay

Register your credit card, debit card or PayPal account and sign up for automatic monthly payments for uninterrupted service. You can activate Auto Pay and adjust your settings anytime in My Account, or by logging in at

virginmobileusa.com

From Your Phone



virginmobileusa.com

From the Home screen, touch

My Account

– or – Dial *729.

Additional Information

For more information about your Virgin Mobile account, as well as other Virgin Mobile services, visit us at:

Or, call us at serve you.

virginmobileusa.com

1-888-322-1122

. We’re here to

Apps

➔

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Section 3: Understanding Your Phone

•

Features

•

Touch screen

•

CDMA 1X/EV-DO Rev-A Wireless Technology

•

Android® 4.1.2

•

Google Play™ Store, plus pre-loaded Google apps

•

Connections

–

Wi-Fi

–

Wi-Fi Direct

–

Bluetooth

–

DLNA

–

USB

•

Messaging Services

–

Tex t

–

Picture

–

Video

–

Voice

–

Gmail

–

Chat

5 MP Camera/Camcorder with LED flash + 1.3 MP Front camera

•

Gallery, for viewing and managing pictures and videos

•

Video Player

•

Music Player

•

Support for optional microSD™ and microSDHC™ Memory Cards (not included)

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Front View

•

Front camera lens

•

Proximity and Light Sensors

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:

: Captures pictures or video.

: Detects the

Plays call sounds.

•

Power/Lock Key

on or off, and to access a device options menu. Press to lock the phone, or to wake the screen for unlocking.

•

LED Indicator

status. For more information, see on page 21.

•

Menu Key

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 (you can set the touch key light duration, see page 103).

•

Home Key

Touch and hold to display recent applications or launch Task Manager. While using your phone, you may notice that the Home Key dims, but you can always use it to display the Home screen.

•

Back Key

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.

: Press and hold to turn the phone

: Flashes or glows for alerts or phone

“LED Indicator”

: Touch to display a context-sensitive

: Touch to display the Home screen.

: Touch to return to the previous screen or

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Back View

•

Flash

: Use when taking photos or recording video.

•

3.5mm Headset Jack

or TTY equipment (not included).

•

Camera lens

videos.

•

Microphone

during phone calls, and video chat.

•

USB/Accessory Port

charging or to sync music and files.

•

Speaker

: Play ringtones, call audio when in Speakerphone mode, music and media playback, and other sounds.

: Plug in an optional headset

: Use when taking photos or recording

: Capture audio during recording,

: Connect a USB cable for

Side Views

•

Volume Keys

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

•

Memory Card Slot

(not included) for additional file storage.

•

Camera Key

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

: From the Home screen, press to

to adjust volume. Press to mute the

: Install an optional memory card

: From an unlocked screen, press and

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Home Screen

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

•

Status Bar

: Presents icons to show network status,

battery power, and connection details.

•

Widgets

: Apps that run on the Home screen. These widgets are on the Home screen by default, plus you can add your own by touching and holding on the screen for options.

•

Primary Shortcuts

phone’s common apps.

•

Shortcuts

shortcuts are on the Home screen by default, plus you can add your own by touching and holding on the screen for options.

: Provides access to your

: Shortcuts to favorite apps. These

Note:

Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the phone unlocked, at the Home screen.

All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual displays may vary, depending on the software version of your phone and any changes to the phone’s Settings.

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Extended Home Screen

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.

Customizing the Home Screen

Customize the Home screen to your preferences:

•

Edit a Home page

panels. Touch

•

Display Settings: Refer to

Settings

•

Wallpaper

options for setting wallpaper for the Home and Lock screens.

: Add and remove Home screen

Menu ➔

Edit page

Apps

➔

Display

: Touch and hold on the Home screen for

Adding and removing Home screen panels

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

1. From the Home screen, touch Edit page

2. Use these controls to configure panels:

Remove

: Touch and hold on a panel,

Remove

then drag it to

Add

: Touch a previously-removed panel to add it, up to the default total of seven.

Home

: Marks the main Home screen page. This panel will display when you press the

Tip:

You can also “pinch” the Home screen to display Edit options.

Home Key

➔

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Navigation

Navigate your phone’s features using the command keys and the touch screen.

Warning!

Please note that a touch screen 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 touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. For more information, see “Warranty Information” on page 148.

Context-sensitive Menus

While using your phone, context-sensitive menus offer options for the feature or screen.

To access context-sensitive menus:

•

Touch

•

Touch and hold on an item.

Finger Gestures

Touch

Touch items to select or launch them. For example:

•

Touch the onscreen keyboard to enter characters or text.

•

Touch an item to select it.

•

Touch an app’s icon to launch the application.

Touch and Hold

Activate items by a touch and hold gesture. For example:

•

Touch and hold a widget on the Home screen to move it.

•

Touch and hold on a field to display a pop-up menu of options.

Swipe

Swipe your finger across the screen. For example:

•

Unlocking the screen

•

Scrolling the Home screen or a menu

•

Combine touch and hold with swipe to drag an item.

Pinch

Using two fingers, make a pinch motion on the screen. For example:

•

Pinch in to zoom in on pictures or screens.

•

Pinch out to zoom out on pictures or screens.

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Notifications

Notifications shows details about connections, alerts and other items.

1. Touch and drag downward from the top of

the screen to display notifications.

2. Touch an item to open it, or to launch the

related app or feature.

Tip:

You can also access Notifications from the Lock screen, to easily access settings and notifications.

Clearing Notifications

1. Sweep your finger downward from the top

of the screen to display Notifications.

2. Touch a notification to clear it, or touch Clear

to clear all notifications.

Settings

Use settings at the top of Notifications to control popular settings.

•

Wi-Fi

: Turn Wi-Fi On or Off. See

page 81.

•

Bluetooth

: Turn Bluetooth On or Off. See

“Bluetooth”

•

GPS

GPS satellites”

•

Sync

accounts.

•

Screen rotation

setting, to control whether the screen automatically updates when you rotate the phone. See

rotate screen”

on page 83.

: Turn GPS satellites service on or off. See

on page 106.

: Enable or disable synchronization with your

: Enable or disable the Auto rotation

on page 102.

“Wi-Fi”

“Use

“Auto-

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LED Indicator

The LED indicator, on the front of the phone above the screen (see “Front View” on page 15), animates or glows to show alerts or phone status.

The LED indicator only lights when the screen is off.

•

Blue:

–

Pulses in multi-color blue while the phone is turning On or Off.

–

Blinks blue for a missed call, message or other notification.

–

Blinks blue when recording voice.

•

Red:

–

Glows red when the phone is connected to a charger and charging.

–

Blinks red when the phone is connected to a charger and there is a problem with charging.

–

Blinks red when battery power is low (phone not connected to charger).

•

Green:

–

Glows green when the phone is connected to a charger and the battery is fully charged.

Note:

You can control some LED functions at

Apps

➔

Settings

➔

Display

LED indicator

➔

Status Bar

The Status Bar shows network and battery status and other details, including these common icons.

Airplane Mode Active

communications are disabled. See “Airplane mode” on page 94.

USB Connected

connected to a computer using a USB cable. For information about transferring data between your phone and a computer, see “Transferring Data” on page 87.

Voice Call

: A voice call is in progress.

Speakerphone

enabled.

Missed Call

missed call.

Mute

: Voice or playback volume is

muted.

Battery Level

Battery Charging

Device Power Critical

little power remaining. Charge immediately.

: All wireless

: The phone is

: Speakerphone is

: Displays when there is a

: Shown fully charged.

: Battery is charging.

: Battery has very

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3G connection

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

Signal Strength

strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal.

Wi-Fi Active

connected to a Wi-Fi network. The greater the number of rays, the stronger the signal. The arrows are colored when data is being transferred. For more information about configuring Wi-Fi, see “Wi-Fi” on page 81.

Wi-Fi Action Needed

to connect to Wi-Fi network. For more information about configuring Wi-Fi, see “Wi-Fi” on page 81.

New Message

message(s).

New Voicemail

voicemail. A number indicates the number of new messages.

New Email Message

email.

Download Successful

downloaded successfully.

: Phone is active on a 3G

: Current signal

: Wi-Fi is active, and

: Action needed

: You have new

: A file was

Update Available

available for an installed app.

Update Successful

installed for an app.

Alarm

: An alarm is set.

Silent profile

media and alarms are silenced, and Vibrate is not active.

Vibrate

“Sound” on page 98.

Music Playing

the app is in the backgr ound. You can control playback from Notifications, or from Music player.

Music Paused

paused. You can control playback from Notifications, or from Music player.

SD Card Ready

is underway, to prepare the card for use. For more information about using memory cards, see “Memory Card” on page 11.

: An update is

: An update was

: All sounds except

: Vibrate profile is active. See

: Music is playing, but

: Music playback is

: A memory card scan

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SD Card Safe to Remove

card 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

was uninstalled. For more information about using memory cards, see “Memory Card” on page 11.

Bluetooth Active

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

Bluetooth Paired

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

TTY

: TTY Mode is active.

: A memory

: A memory card

: Bluetooth is turned

: Your device is paired

Primary Shortcuts

Primary Shortcuts appear at the bottom of the display. You can edit the Primary Shortcuts, except for

Adding or Removing Primary Shortcuts



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.

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Widgets

Widgets are self-contained applications that you can place on the Home screen for quick access.

Adding widgets from the Home screen

1. Navigate to a Home screen panel, then touch and hold on the screen to display the

Home screen

2. Touch

3. Touch the

on a widget to place it on the Home screen.

Adding Shortcuts from Widgets

1. Navigate to a Home screen panel.

2. Touch

tab.

3. Touch and hold on a widget to place it on the Home screen.

Removing Widgets



Touch and hold the widget until

to the

menu.

Apps and widgets

Widgets

Apps

Remove

appears, then drag the widget

Remove

tab, then touch and hold

, then touch the

icon.

Widgets

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.

Adding shortcuts from the Home screen

1. Navigate to a Home screen panel, then

touch and hold on the screen to display the

Add to Home screen

2. Tou ch

3. Touch an app, then follow the prompts to

Apps and widgets

configure the shortcut and add it to the Home screen

Adding Shortcuts from Apps

1. Navigate to a Home screen panel.

2. Touch

3. Touch and hold on an app until it appears

on the Home screen.

Removing Shortcuts



Touch and hold the shortcut until

Remove

shortcut to the

menu.

Apps

appears, then drag the

Remove

icon.

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Folders

Place folders on the Home screen to organize items.

Adding Folders

1. Navigate to a Home screen panel, then

touch and hold on the screen to display the

Home screen

2. Select

Home screen. Touch the folder to name it.

Removing Folders



Touch and hold the folder until

to the Delete icon.

Folder

to create a folder on the

Remove

appears, then drag the folder

Wallpaper

Choose a picture to display in the background of the Home screen. You can choose from preloaded wallpaper images, or select a picture you’ve taken with the Camera or downloaded.

1. From the Home screen, touch and hold on

the screen to display the menu, then select

2. Select

3. Choose a source:

Note:

Home screen, Lock screen

and lock screens

• Gallery

: Choose a picture stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card. Touch a picture to select it, then use the crop tool to resize the picture, if desired. Touch the picture as wallpaper.

•ID Wallpapers

downloaded ID Pack(s).

• Live wallpapers

interactive moving wallpapers. Touch a wallpaper, then touch

•Wallpapers

images. Touch a wallpaper, then touch

wallpaper

You can also set Wallpaper in Settings. For more information, see “Wallpaper” on page 101.

: Choose a wallpaper from your

: Choose from pre-loaded wallpaper

Home screen

Set wallpaper

: Choose from pre-loaded

Set wallpaper

, or

Done

Set

Home

to set

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Apps

Apps holds all applications installed on your phone. Applications that you download and install are also added to Apps.

The Apps screen is like the Home screen, it consists of panels that extend beyond the display width to provide more space. 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.

For more information about applications, see “Applications” on page 58.

You can place shortcuts to apps on the Home screen, for quick access to the app. For more information, see “Adding Shortcuts from Apps” on page 24.

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Slide your finger left or right to scroll the

Apps screens.

3. Touch an icon to launch the application.

Apps

Entering Text

Your phone uses a virtual QWERTY keyboard for text entry. Use the keyboard to enter letters, punctuation, numbers, and other characters into text entry fields or applications. Access the keyboard by touching any text entry field.

You can also use voice input to speak your inputs.

The virtual QWERTY keyboard displays at the bottom of the screen. By default, when you rotate the phone, the screen orientation updates to display the keyboard at the bottom of the screen.

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Configuring Text Entry

Configure text entry options to your preferences.



From the Home screen, touch

Settings

➔

– or – While entering text, touch and hold on the

multi-feature key until the options menu pops-up, then touch .

Language and input

Apps

Text Input Methods

Your phone offers two text input methods, Samsung keyboard and Google voice typing.

You can set a default text entry method in Settings. For more information, see “Keyboards and input methods” on page 111.

To choose a text input method at any time:



While entering text, touch and drag downward from the top of the screen to display Notifications, then touch

input method

Choose

Using Google Voice Typing

Use your voice to enter text using the Google

➔

Voice typing feature.

1. While entering text, touch and drag

downward from the top of the screen to display Notifications, then touch

input method

2. At the

Listening

As you speak, the text is displayed in the text field.

Choose

➔

Google voice typing

prompt, speak your text.

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Using Samsung Keyboard

The Samsung keyboard is a custom virtual QWERTY keyboard, featuring optional predictive text. Input characters by tapping the on-screen keys with your finger, or use speech recognition.

You can enable predictive text, to have the Samsung keyboard match your key touches to common words and displays them. Select a word from the display to insert it into your text.

Configuring Samsung keyboard

Configure the Samsung keyboard to your preferences.

•

For more information, see on page 112.

•

While entering text, touch , then select from the pop-up menu.

Entering Upper and Lower Case Letters

The default case is lower case (abc). Enter upper and lower case alphabet letters by touching the Shift key to toggle the case, before touching the letter key(s).

•

Touch once to switch from abc to Abc mode

•

Touch and hold to switch to ABC mode

“Samsung keyboard”

Entering Symbols and Numbers

To enter common symbols, touch to switch to symbol mode, then touch a key.

To enter less-common symbols, touch

, then touch the corresponding key.

Enter numbers by touching , then touching the number keys.

Using Google Voice Typing from the Samsung keyboard

From the Samsung keyboard, you can access Google voice typing, to enter the text you speak.



Touch , then speak your input.

Using Predictive text

By using Predictive text, you can have the device display potential word matches, based on your personalized data.

Note:

Enable Predictive text in Samsung keyboard settings. For more information, see “Samsung keyboard” on page 112.



While entering characters, potential word matches display in the Predictive text area above the keyboard. Touch a word to insert it into your text.

➔

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Entering Text using Swype

Swype is a new way to enter text on touch screens. Instead of touching each key individually, use your finger to trace over the letters of a word. For each word, place your finger on the first letter and glide to the subsequent letters, lifting on the last letter.

Swype Help

While entering text, you can get information about Swype.



Touch and hold Settings, then select the tutorial.

Configuring Swype

Configure Swype options in the Language and input settings.

•

While entering text, touch and hold

•

For more information about Swype settings, see

“Swype”

on page 113.

Swype

to access

How to Swype

Swype

Entering symbols and numbers

•

Touch and hold on a key to enter the character at the top of the key.

•

Touch and hold on a key until a menu of all characters available on that key appears, then touch a character to enter it.

•

Touch to switch to a Numeric Keyboard, to quickly enter numbers and mathematical operators.

Using the Editing Keyboard

The Editing Keyboard provides a quick way to move the cursor and highlight text. If the application in which you are working supports editing, you can cut, copy or paste highlighted text.



Swype from to .

Using Swype Voice Input

Enter text by speaking. Swype recognizes your speech and enters text for you.



Touch , then speak at the prompt.

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Section 4: Calling

Making Calls

Your phone offers multiple ways to make calls:

•

Use the touch screen phone number or speed dial.

•

Call a contact from

•

Call a contact from

•

Return a call, or call a recent caller, from

Making Calls Using the Phone Keypad

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Touch the digits of the telephone number

on the

Making Calls using Speed Dials

Speed Dials are 1-, 2-, or 3-digit shortcuts (1 to

100) you assign to contacts, to allow you to quickly call the contact.

For more information about setting speed dials, see “Speed Dials” on page 47.

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Touch the digits of the speed dial number

on the the number dials.

Phone Keypad

Contacts

Favorites

Keypad

, then touch .

Keypad

, holding the last digit until

to enter the

Logs

Phone

Making Calls from Contacts

A contact is an entry that you have created to store the name, numbers, and other information for people or groups of interest.

For more information, see “Contacts” on page 39.

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Find the contact and touch it to open the

Contact entry.

3. Swipe your finger from left to right across

the contact to dial their default number. – or –

Touch a contact, then touch to dial the number.

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Making Calls using Favorites

Favorites are contacts that you designate as favorites by starring them. For more information about creating favorites, see “Favorites” on page 45.

1. From the Home screen, touch Favorites

2. Touch

3. Find the contact and touch it to open the

Contact entry.

4. Swipe your finger from left to right across

the contact to dial their default number. – or –

Touch a contact, then touch to dial the number.

to display favorites.

Phone

Making Calls from Logs

Return a call, or call a number from a recent call stored in Logs.

For more information, see “Logs” on page 33.

Answering Calls

You can answer incoming calls when the phone is locked or unlocked.



Touch and drag the

toward the middle of the screen.

Tip:

To silence the ringtone for an incoming call, press the

Volume Key

Sending Calls to Voicemail

Rejecting a call sends the caller directly to voicemail, and stops the incoming call ringer. You can also choose to reject the call and send a text message to the caller.

•

Touch and drag toward the middle of the screen.

•

Touch and drag the middle of the screen, then select an existing message, or

Note:

For more information about creating reject messages, see “Set reject messages” on page 34.

Reject call with message

Create new message

Answer

icon

toward

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Answering Call-Waiting Calls

When you receive a call while on a call:

•

Touch and drag the the incoming call. The original call is placed on hold, and remains on hold until you end the second call, or swap calls back to the original call.

•

Touch

Swap

to place a call on hold and return to the

original call.

Answer

icon to answer

Options During a Call

During a call, use these options:

•

Add Call/Swap

call, or switch between two calls. Each time you touch Swap, it places the current call on hold and switches to the other call.

•

Keypad

•

End call

•

Speaker

•

Mute

•

Headset

Bluetooth headset (not included). The phone and headset must already be paired.

•

To uch

–

Contacts

–

Message

–

Memo

–

Noise reduction on/Noise reduction off

sound quality.

: Add a call, to set up a multi-party

: Display a keypad to enter numbers.

: End the phone call.

: Enable or disable Speakerphone.

: Control whether your side of the call is heard.

: Switch the call’s audio to an optional

for:

: Launch Contacts.

: Launch Messaging.

: Launch Memo.

: Adjust

Using Speakerphone

To use your phone hands-free, or to share a call

Speaker

with others, touch On or Off.

Caution!

Due to increased volume, do not place the phone near your ear when Speakerphone is On.

to turn Speakerphone

Ending a Call



To end a call, touch .

Options After a Call Ends

After a call, you can use these options:

•

Create Contact

contact record.

•

Update existing

a contact.

•

Call

: Redial the call.

•

Message

phone number.

: Save the phone number as a new

: Save the phone number to update

: Create a new message, addressed to the

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Logs

When you place, answer, or miss a call, a record of the call is saved in Logs.

Making Calls using Logs

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

Logs

2. Swipe your finger from left to right across

the call to redial. – or –

Touch a call, then touch to dial the number.

Sending Messages using Logs

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

Logs

2. Swipe your finger from right to left across

the call. – or –

Touch a call, then touch to create a message to the number.

Phone

Adding or Updating Contacts Using Logs

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

Logs

2. Touch a call, then select Update existing

3. Continue entering contact information. For

more information, see “Contacts” on page 39.

Create contact

Phone

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Managing Logs

Deleting records

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

Logs

2. While viewing the calls, touch Delete

3. Touch call records to mark them for

Select all

deletion, or touch indicates marked records.

4. Touch

Delete

to delete marked records.

Filtering records

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

Logs

2. While viewing the calls, touch View by

, then select a filter type.

. A check

Phone

Call Settings

Configure settings for calling with your phone.

Set reject messages

Create and manage text messages to send to

➔

callers when rejecting incoming calls. Messages you create here are available from the incoming call screen when you use the Reject with message option.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Tou ch

reject messages

➔

3. Manage messages:

•

To create new messages, touch follow the prompts.

•

To modify an existing message, touch the message, then edit the text.

•

To delete a message, drag it to the trashcan.

➔ Call Settings

➔ Set

Create

Phone

, then

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Ringtones and keypad tones

Choose tones and/or vibration to play for incoming calls and keypad touches.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Tou ch

Ringtones and keypad tones

3. Configure settings:

• Device ringtone

incoming calls.

• Device vibration

create your own pattern, to play for incoming calls when Vibrate when ringing is turned On. Vibration plays along with the ringtone, if Silent mode is not enabled.

• Vibrate when ringing

Device vibration plays for incoming calls.

•Keytones

you touch the Phone keypad.

➔ Call Settings ➔

: Choose a default ringtone for

: Choose a vibration pattern, or

: When enabled, the

: When turned on, sounds play when

Phone

Call alert

Set options for sounds and vibrations to occur during calls.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Touch

alert

3. Configure options:

• Call vibrations to network

connects to the network. Enable on

vibration

other caller ends the call.

• Call status tones

play during calls. Enable have the phone play a tone when the other caller answers a call. Enable tone play once per minute during a call. Enable

Call end tone

when the other caller ends the call. Touch save the settings.

• Alerts during calls

for alarms and new messages play during phone calls. When disabled, these notifications will be muted during a call.

➔ Call Settings

: Enable

to have your phone vibrate when it

to have the phone vibrate when the

: Choose options for sounds to

to have the phone play a tone

: Enable to have notifications

Phone

➔ Call

Vibrate on connection

Call-end

Call connect tone

Minute minder

to have a

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Answering/Ending Calls

Manage settings for answering and ending calls.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

Home Key

➔ Call Settings

: When enabled,

2. Touch

Answering/ending calls

3. Configure options:

• The home key answers calls

you can accept incoming calls by pressing the

• The power key ends calls

pressing the Power/Lock Key during a call ends the call.

Phone

➔

: When enabled,

Turn off screen during calls

When enabled, the screen automatically turns off during phone calls, and the proximity sensor on

the front of the phone is used to turn the screen back on when the phone is moved or brought close to another surface, such as when you move the phone to your ear.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Tou ch

Turn off screen during calls

3. Tou ch

or disable the option.

➔ Call Settings

Phone

to enable

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Call accessories

Configure headset options for calls.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Tou ch

accessories

3. Configure settings:

• Automatic answering

have a headset connected to the Headset Jack, incoming calls are answered automatically after a delay, set at Automatic answering timer.

• Automatic answering timer

period to delay before automatically answering an incoming call when Automatic answering is enabled and a headset is connected to the phone.

• Outgoing call conditions

paired with a Bluetooth headset, you can choose to make calls even when the phone is locked.

➔ Call Settings

: When enabled, and you

: Choose a time

: When the phone is

Phone

➔ Call

Extra volume on calls

When enabled, an extra volume control appears on the screen during calls. You can use this

control to set call volume, or the Volume Keys.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Touch

3. Touch

disable the option.

➔ Call Settings

Extra volume on calls

Increase volume in pocket

When enabled, the phone uses the proximity sensor to detect when the phone is in a pocket or other close-fitting location such as a purse or bag, and increases the volume for incoming call ringtones.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Touch

Increase volume in pocket

3. Tou ch

or disable the option.

➔ Call Settings

Phone

to enable or

Phone

. to enable

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Other call settings

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Touch

3. Configure options:

• US dialing

automatically replace “+” with the international dialing code, except when you dial “+1”.

• International dialing

disabled, enter an international dialing code.

• TTY mode

mode, for use with optional TTY equipment.

•DTMF tones

frequency tones, which play when you use the keypad during a call, such as when navigating phone menus.

•DDTM

receive voice calls or use voicemail while using mobile networks.

• Voicemail settings

Voicemail.

• Voice privacy

mode is used to increase the security of call audio.

➔ Call Settings

: When enabled, the phone will

: When US dialing is

: Choose a TTY mode to enable TTY

: Set the length of Dual-tone Multi-

: When enabled, you can make and

: Configure options for

: When enabled, Enhanced privacy

Phone

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Section 5: Contacts and Accounts

Accounts

Your phone provides the ability to synchronize information, from a variety of accounts, including Email, Google, and Microsoft Exchange. Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content.

Contacts from your accounts appear in your phone’s Contacts, and you can save new contacts to an account.

With synchronization, you can ensure that information on your phone is updated with any information that changes in your accounts.

Adding an account

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

➔

2. Select an account type, then follow the

prompts to enter your credentials and sign in. The phone communicates with the provider’s server to set up your account on the phone.

Add account

Apps

➔

Contacts

Use Contacts to store information for your friends, family and colleagues, to make contacting them easy.

To access Contacts:



From the Home screen, touch

Contacts

Contact tips:

•

Swipe your finger left-to-right across a contact to make a call to the contact.

•

Swipe right-to-left across a contact to create a message addressed to the contact.

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Adding a New Contact

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

2. At the prompt, select a save option for the

contact (options depend on accounts set up).

3. Touch contact fields to enter information.

Touch to choose a label, and touch

to add new field:

• Contact photo

•Name

: Enter a name for the contact.

• Phone

: Enter a phone number.

•Groups

: Assign the contact to a group.

•Ringtone

: Choose a ringtone for calls from the

contact.

• Message alert

from the contact.

• Vibration pattern

play along with the ringtone when this contact calls or sends a message.

•Add another field

Phonetic Name, Organization, Email, IM, Address, Notes, Nickname, Website, Internet call, Events, or Relationship.

4. When you finish entering information,

touch

Save

Create contact

: Touch to select a picture.

: Choose a ringtone for messages

: Choose a vibration pattern to

: Add more fields, including

Creating Contacts from Logs

Save a phone number from a recent call to

create a new contact, or update an existing contact.

For more information, see “Adding or Updating Contacts Using Logs” on page 33.

Saving a phone number

Enter a phone number with the Phone Keypad, then save it.

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Touch the digits of the telephone number

on the

Keypad

3. Touch Create contact

4. Continue entering contact information. For

more information, see “Adding a New Contact” on page 40.

Tip:

You can add waits or pauses, to have the phone stop during dialing, such as when accessing phone menus. Enter the number up to the pause or wait, then touch select

Add to contacts

Add 2 sec pause

Update existing

Add wait

Phone

, then select

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Updating Contacts

Make changes to update an existing contact.

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch a contact to view its information,

Edit

then touch – or –

Touch and hold a contact, then select from the menu.

3. Continue entering contact information. For

more information, see “Adding a New Contact” on page 40.

Updating Contacts from Logs

Save a phone number from a recent call to create a new contact, or update an existing contact.

For more information, see “Adding or Updating Contacts Using Logs” on page 33.

Edit

Choosing Contacts to Display

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch

•

Choose

•

Choose for each account, or the phone.

Contacts Settings

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Touch

•

Select contacts with at least one stored phone number.

•

Touch name.

•

Touch first or last name.

•

Touch preference for transferring contacts by Bluetooth contacts. For more information about sending contacts, see

(vCards)”

Contacts

➔ Contacts to display

All contacts Customized list

Only contacts with phones

List by

Display contacts by

Contact sharing settings

to show all contacts.

to select contact types

➔ Settings

to sort contacts by first or last

“Sharing Namecards

on page 44.

to show

to list contacts by

to set your

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Other Contacts Options

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch a contact to display it, then touch

•History

: View calls and messages to and from

this contact.

•Edit

: Modify contact information. For more

information, see page 41.

•Delete

• Join contact/Separate contact

multiple contacts as one. For information, see

“Joining Contacts”

• Mark as default

other field (such as IM or email address). Defaults are the contact method used when creating a message or calling a contact. You can also set a default by touching and holding on a contact field.

• Share namecard via

information, see

(vCards)”

• Print contact info

information via Bluetooth to a compatible Samsung Bluetooth-enabled printer (not included).

“Updating Contacts”

: Erase the contact record.

: Manage

on page 43.

: Set a default phone number or

: Send the namecard. For

“Sharing Namecards

on page 44.

: Print the contact’s

• Add shortcut to home

contact record on the Home screen.

: Create a shortcut to this

My Profile

My profile is your own contact record, listed under ME in Contacts. You can send My local profile as a vCard via Bluetooth or as an attachment.

Creating My Local Profile

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Tou ch

Sending My Local Profile

You can send your profile as a vCard via Bluetooth to other Bluetooth devices, as an attachment to an Email, Gmail, or multimedia message, or via Wi-Fi Direct.

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Touch your profile to display your contact

3. Tou ch

4. Choose a sending method, then follow the

Set up profile

information information, see “Adding a New Contact” on page 40.

Contacts

information.

prompts to send the profile.

, then enter your

in the contact fields.

➔ Share namecard via

For more

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Joining Contacts

Your phone can synchronize with multiple accounts, including Google, Corporate, and other providers, plus social networking sites like Facebook. When you synchronize contacts from these accounts with your phone, you may have multiple contacts for one person.

Joining contact records allows you to see all the contact’s numbers and addresses together. Joining also helps you keep your contacts updated, because any changes to information in the respective accounts is automatically updated the next time you synchronize with the account.

Joining contacts

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch and hold on a contact, then select

Join contact

3. Select a contact to join to the selected

contact.

Separating contacts

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch a contact to display its information.

3. Under the

4. Touch next to a contact to remove it

Connection

show how many contacts are joined to this one. Touch the joined contacts.

from the displayed contact.

heading, phone icons

Connection

field to display

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Exporting and Importing Contacts

You can export your contact list to and from USB storage (your phone’s memory), or an installed memory card. Contacts are exported and imported as a special VCF file, and contacts are sent as vCards.

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch

3. Select an option, then follow the prompts

to complete the operation:

• Import from USB storage

are saved in phone memory.

• Export to USB storage

memory.

• Import from SD card

optional installed memory card (not included).

• Export to SD card

installed memory card (not included).

• Share namecard via

For more information, see

Namecards (vCards)”

➔ Import/Export

: Copy contacts to phone

: Copy contacts from an

: Copy contacts to an optional

: Share contacts as vCards.

on page 44.

: Copy contacts that

“Sharing

Sharing Namecards (vCards)

You can send a contact namecard as a vCards via Bluetooth to other Bluetooth devices, or as an attachment via Gmail or Email.

Important!

Not all Bluetooth devices will accept contacts, and not all devices support transfers of multiple contacts. Check the target device’s documentation.

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Tou ch

namecard via

3. Touch contacts to mark them for sending,

or touch check mark appears in the check box for marked contacts.

4. Tou ch

sending method, then follow the prompts to send the namecard:

• Bluetooth

via Bluetooth, see

•Email

email, see

•Gmail

Gmail, see

➔ Import/Export

Select all

to mark all contacts. A

Done

. At the prompt, choose a

: For more information about sending

“Bluetooth”

: For more information about sending

“Email”

on page 52.

: For more information about sending

“Voicemail”

on page 55.

➔

on page 83.

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• Messaging

• Wi-Fi Direct

: For more information about sending messages, see page 48.

Wi-Fi Direct, see

“Sending Messages”

: For more information about using

“Wi-Fi Direct”

on page 83.

Favorites

Mark contacts with a star to identify them as Favorites.

Favorites display on the Favorites tab in the Phone and Contacts for fast dialing or messaging, and are indicated by the .

Creating Favorites

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch and hold on a contact, then select

Add to favorites

– or – Touch a contact to display it, then touch

at the top right of the screen.

from the pop-up menu.

Groups

Assign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts faster, or to quickly call or send messages to group members. Your phone comes with pre-loaded groups you can use to add your contacts, or you can create new groups.

Accessing Groups



From the Home screen, touch

Contacts

➔

Groups

Creating a New Group

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

Groups

2. Touch

information:

•

Touch location for the group. Available if you have accounts set up, or an optional memory card installed (not included).

•

Touch

•

Touch calls from members of this group.

•

Touch play for calls from members of this group.

•

Touch Contacts.

3. Touch

➔

Create group in

Group name Group ringtone

Vibration pattern

Add member

Save

to enter a Group Name.

to select members from

to save the new group.

Create

, then enter

to select a storage

to choose a ringtone for

to choose a vibration to

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Editing a Group

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

Groups

2. Touch a Group to display it.

➔

Edit

3. Touch

, then update information for the group. For more information, see “Creating a New Group” on page 45.

Deleting a Group

You can delete groups you create, but not the pre-defined groups that come with your phone.

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

Groups

➔

2. Touch

Delete groups

3. Touch a group to mark it for deletion, or

Select all

touch

to mark all groups. When selected, a check mark appears in the check box. You cannot delete pre-loaded groups.

4. Touch

Delete

, then choose

Group and group members

Group only

Adding Contacts to a Group

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

Groups

2. Touch a Add member

Group

to display it, then touch

3. Touch contact(s) to mark them for addition,

Select all

or touch

to mark all contacts. When selected, a check mark appears in the check box.

4. Tou ch

Done

to add the selected contact(s).

Removing Contacts from a Group

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

Groups

Group

2. Touch a

3. Tou ch

to display it.

➔

Remove member

4. Touch contact(s) to mark them for removal,

Select all

or touch

to mark all contacts. When selected, a check mark appears in the check box.

5. Tou ch

Done

to remove the selected

contact(s).

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Sending a Message to Group Members

Create a new text or email message, addressed to the group’s members.

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

➔

Groups

Group

2. Touch a

3. Tou ch

4. Touch contacts to mark them as recipients

for the new message, then touch

5. The new message opens, with the marked

contacts as recipients. Continue creating the message, as desired. For more information, see “Sending Messages” on page 48, or see “Sending Email” on page 53.

to display it.

Menu ➔ Send message

Done

Send

Speed Dials

Speed dials are 1-, 2-, or 3-digit shortcuts (1 to

100) you assign to contacts, to allow you to quickly call the contact.

For more information about calling using speed dials, see “Making Calls using Speed Dials” on page 30.

Note:

Speed dial 1 is reserved for Voicemail by

default, and cannot be reassigned.

Assigning Speed Dials

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch

3. A list of speed dials displays.Touch a speed

dial, then touch a contact to assign the contact to the speed dial.

➔ Speed dial setting

Removing or Reassigning a Speed Dial

1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts

2. Touch

3. Touch

• Change order

then touch a new speed dial location to change the order.

•Remove

➔ Speed dial setting

, then choose an option:

: Touch an assigned speed dial,

: Touch a speed dial to remove it.

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Section 6: Messaging

Types of Messages

Your phone supports these types of messages:

•

Text messages

messages containing text to other mobile phones or email addresses (also known as SMS).

•

Multimedia messages

messages with pictures, video, and/or sound to other mobile phones or email addresses (also known as MMS).

•

accounts, including Corporate mail.

•

Gmail

account.

•

Voicemail

•

Google Talk

•

Google+ Messenge

Messenger users.

: Send and receive simple

: Send and receive text

: Send and receive email from your email

: Send and receive Gmail from your Google

: Retrieve voice messages from callers.

: Chat with other Google Talk users.

r: Chat with other Google+

Text and Multimedia Messages

Your phone can send and receive text and multimedia messages.

Sending Messages

1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging

2. Touch

3. Tou ch

phone number or email address, or touch

to add recipients from Contacts. As you enter text, matching contacts appear. Touch a contact to add it to the list.

4. Tou ch

message. While entering the message, use these options (available options depend on attachment):

•

Touch Attach message (converts the message to MMS).

•

Touch Menu

–

Insert smiley

message.

–

Add text

Location, Contacts or Text templates to add to

the message.

New message

Enter recipient

Enter message

: Select text from Memo, Calendar,

and enter a name,

, then enter the

to add media or content to the

for options:

: Add an emoticon to the

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–

View contact

recipient is saved as a contact.

–

Preview

view the message and attachments before sending.

–

Add slide/Delete slide

Slides hold pictures or other media, and adding a slide converts the message to MMS.

–

Add subject

message to MMS.)

–

Add to Contacts

in Contacts, save the info as a new contact, or update an existing contact.

–

Duration (5 sec)

attachments, set the length of time each slide displays.

–

Layout (bottom)

attachment(s), choose whether the message text appears above (Text on top) the attachment(s), or after (Text on bottom).

–

Schedule message

message.

–

Discard

5. Touch to send the message.

: Display the contact record, if the

: If the message has attachment(s),

: Add or remove a slide.

: Add a subject field (converts the

: If the recipients are not saved

: If the message has

: Choose a time to send the

: Erase the message without sending.

Managing Messages

Messages you send and receive to the same contact, number or address are grouped together as a “thread”, so you can see all the messages you exchanged with a recipient in one place, like a conversation.

1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging

2. Message threads display by contact,

number, or address. While viewing message threads, you have these options:

•

Touch and hold a thread to choose options, including:

–

View Contact / Add to Contacts

contact record, or save the sender/recipient’s information.

–

Delete thread

–

Add to spam nos.

the message’s sender, to mark future messages from the number as spam.

•

Tou c h

–

and recipients.

–

Delete threads

mark them for erasure, or touch mark all message threads.

–

Draft messages

created but not yet sent.

: View the

: Erase the message thread.

: Mark the phone number of

for options, including:

: Enter characters to search messages

: Touch message threads to

Select all

: View messages you’ve

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–

Scheduled messages

scheduled for delivery.

–

Locked messages

locked. Locked messages cannot be deleted.

–

Spam messages

flagged as spam.

–

Settings

: Configure Messaging settings.

Messaging Settings

Configure settings for message storage, delivery, or alerts.

1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging

2. Touch

options:

•Display

–

Bubble style

messages in a message thread. Touch a bubble style for each side of the conversation, then touch

Save

–

Background style

the screen behind message threads. Touch a style, then touch

–

Use the volume key

change the size of message text while viewing by pressing the Volume Key.

: View messages you’ve

: View messages that are

, then touch

: Choose the appearance of

Save

Settings

: Choose the appearance of

: When enabled, you can

for

•General settings

–

Delete old messages

messages are automatically erased when storage reaches default limits. When disabled, the phone will prompt you to delete old messages to make room.

–

Text message limit

messages per conversation.

–

Multimedia message limit

MMS messages per thread.

–

Text templates

that you can add to your messages. Use a preloaded text template, or create your own.

• Text message (SMS) settings

–

Auto combination

messages that are divided for sending are automatically reassembled to be viewed together.

• Multimedia message (MMS) settings

–

Auto-retrieve

download automatically. When disabled, the phone prompts for download.

–

MMS alert

you when a message changes from text to multimedia, such as when you attach a picture.

: When enabled,

: Set the number of SMS

: Set the number of

: Text templates are phrases

: When enabled, long

: When enabled, MMS messages

: When enabled, your phone alerts

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• Notification settings

–

Notifications

display in the Status bar.

–

Select ringtone

alerts.

–

Vibrate

–

Message alert repetition

frequency of alerts for new messages.

–

Preview message

of new messages displays in the Status bar with the message notification.

• Emergency message settings

–

Emergency Alerts

receive Wireless Emergency Alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alert Service (CMAS), including Presidential Alerts, Imminent Alerts (Severe or Extreme), AMBER Alerts (missing persons), and Emergency Alert Test Messages. You may choose not to receive Imminent Alerts, AMBER Alerts, or Emergency Test Messages, but Presidential Alerts cannot be disabled. All alerts are enabled by default (checkmark shown). For more information about Emergency Alerts see

–

Emergency notification preview

example of a Emergency Alert tone (and vibration, if enabled). The Emergency Alert tone plays at the same volume as your call ringtone.

: When enabled, message alerts

: Choose a sound for message

: Configure vibration for message alerts.

: Choose the

: When enabled, a preview

: This device is designed to

“Emergency Alerts”

on page 52.

: Listen to an

–

Vibrate

: Configure vibration for Emergency

Alerts.

–

Alert reminder

interval, your phone plays a sound to notify you of an Emergency Alert after the Emergency Alert tone has stopped.

• Signature settings

–

Add signature

is added to all messages you send.

–

Signature text

messages when Add signature is enabled (available when Add signature is enabled).

• Spam message settings

–

Spam settings

message settings you set are applied when new messages arrive.

–

number(s) to block messages from the number(s).

–

messages that contain the text.

–

Block unknown senders

messages from phone numbers that are not stored in Contacts are blocked.

: Choose whether, and at what

: When enabled, a text signature

: Enter a text signature to add to

: When enabled, the Spam

: Enter phone

: Enter text to block

: When enabled,

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Emergency Alerts

This device is designed to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alert Service (CMAS). Emergency Alerts are geographically-targeted, and alert customers of imminent threats to their safety within their area. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency Alert.

There are three types of Emergency Alerts:

•

Presidential

•

Imminent (Severe or Extreme)

•

AMBER Alerts (missing person alert)

Customers may choose not to receive Imminent Alerts and AMBER Alerts. Presidential Alerts can not be disabled. To disable Imminent Threat Alerts (Extreme and Severe) and AMBER Alerts, follow these instructions:

1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging

2. Touch

Emergency Alerts

3. All alerts are enabled by default

(checkmark showing). To disable alerts, touch an alert to remove the checkmark. You can also choose to receive Emergency Alert Test Messages, used when testing the system.

, then touch

Settings

➔

Email

Send and receive email using popular email services.

Setting Up Email Accounts

You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few steps.

1. From the Home screen, select Email

2. The first time you set up an email account,

enter your email address and password, then touch – or –

For subsequent accounts, touch

➔

and follow the prompts.

Settings

➔ , then select a provider

Deleting Email Accounts

1. From the Home screen, select Email

2. Tou ch

3. Select email account(s) for deletion, then

Delete

touch

➔ Settings

Apps

➔

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Syncing Email Accounts

Syncing refreshes your phone with the account’s servers. When you set up an email account, you can choose whether the account syncs in the background, or manually.



From the Home screen, select

➔

Sync

Apps

Sending Email

1. From the Home screen, select Email

2. If you have multiple accounts set up,

choose an account from the menu at the top of the screen.

COMPOSE

3. Touch

enter recipients and the email text.

4. While composing a message, use these

options:

•

Touch Menu for options. Available options depend on the type of email account.

•

Touch Attach Available options depend on the type of email account.

5. Touch

, then touch fields to

to add a file to the message.

Send

to send the message.

Apps

Email Settings

Use settings to configure handling of your email.

Note:

Available settings depend on the email provider.

➔

1. From the Home screen, select Email

2. Touch

• General preferences

–

Auto-advance

after you delete a message.

–

Message preview line

lines of email text to display in the preview screen.

–

Title line in list

the preview screen.

–

Confirm deletions

prompt you to confirm when you delete messages.

–

Quick responses

phrases that you can insert into emails.

• Priority sender inbox

–

Priority senders

have emails from these senders treated with priority.

➔ Settings

: Choose the screen to display

: Choose how emails are titled in

: When enabled, Email will

: View and manage text

: Enter email addresses, to

for options:

: Choose the number of

Apps

➔

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–

Email notifications

notifications for priority emails will display in the status bar at the top of the screen.

–

Select ringtone

priority email notifications.

–

Vibrate

: When turned On, vibration will play

along with tones for priority email notifications.

3. Touch an account to configure specific

settings. Available options depend on the account.

: When turned On,

: Choose a ringtone to play for

Gmail

Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based email.

Setting Up Gmail

The first time you launch Gmail, your phone will prompt you to set up your Google account, if you haven’t already set it up. If you set up your Google account on your phone, Gmail is set up automatically

1. From the Home screen, select Gmail

2. Follow the prompts to sign in, or create a

new account.

3. The phone communicates with the Google

server to set up your account and synchronize your email.

Note:

You can use more than one Google account on your phone. To add another account, use

➔

Settings

the option.

➔ Add account

Apps

➔

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Sending Gmail

1. From the Home screen, touch Gmail

Compose

2. Touch

enter recipients and a message. Touch

3. Touch

, then touch fields to

for options.

Send

to send the message.

Apps

Syncing Your Gmail Account

Syncing refreshes your phone with the account’s servers. When you set up an email account, you can choose whether the account syncs in the background, or manually.



From the Home screen, select

Gmail ➔

Sync

Apps

Gmail Settings

Use settings to configure your Gmail preferences.

1. From the Home screen, select Gmail

2. Tou ch

Menu ➔ Settings

Apps

for options.

Voicemail

➔

As soon as your phone is activated, all unanswered calls are sent to voicemail.

Set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as you activate your phone.

Setting up Voicemail

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Follow the system prompts to:

➔

Note:

Virgin Mobile strongly recommends that you

➔

Phone

then touch and hold .

•

Create a passcode.

•

Record your name announcement.

•

Record a 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.

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Checking Voicemail

Review your messages directly from your wireless phone or from any other touch-tone phone.

From your phone

1. From the Home screen, touch

then touch and hold .

2. Follow the automated instructions to

manage voicemail.

Important!

From another phone

You are charged for airtime minutes when you access voicemail from your wireless phone.

1. Dial your wireless phone number.

2. Press

when voicemail answers, then

enter your passcode.

Phone

Visual Voicemail

With Visual Voicemail, new voicemail is delivered directly to your phone, and stored in a visual Inbox. You can listen to messages in any order, view information about messages, and save or share messages.



From the Home screen:

Voicemail

Tou ch – or –

Tou ch

Note:

For more information, touch Menu

Help

Phone

, then touch .

➔

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Google Talk

Chat with other Google Talk users.

Note:

Talk requires that you have a Google account set up on your phone. If you set up your Google account, you are automatically logged in.



From the Home screen, touch

Tal k

Apps

Google+ Messenger

Google+ Messenger lets you chat and coordinate with any of your friends, all at the same time.

For more information, visit:



From the Home screen, touch

Messenger

www.google.com/+

Apps

➔

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Section 7: Applications

Managing Applications

Your phone comes pre-loaded with popular apps, and you can download and install apps from the Google Play™ Store, Samsung Apps, or from other sources.

The Apps screens display all applications installed on your phone, including the apps you download and install.

You can place shortcuts to apps on the Home screen, for quick access to the application.

Downloading and Installing Apps

You can download an install apps from a variety of sources, including:

•

Google Play™ Store

books, movies, apps, and games, all in one place. You’ll need to have a Google account set up on your phone to download a new application.

•

Samsung Apps

and install on your device.

: Find all your favorite

: Find new apps to download

Uninstalling Apps

You can uninstall apps you download and install. Pre-loaded apps cannot be uninstalled.

1. From the Home screen, touch Menu

2. Tou ch

3. Apps that can be uninstalled show on

their icon. Touch , then follow the prompts to uninstall the app. Pre-loaded apps cannot be uninstalled.

➔ Uninstall

Apps

Customizing the Apps Screens

Choosing a view

By default, app icons appear in Grid view. You can change the view to list view.

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Tou ch Menu

3. Choose an option:

• Customizable Grid

allows you to touch and hold on apps to move them from screen to screen.

• Alphabetical grid

in A-Z order.

• Alphabetical list

from A-Z.

➔ View type

: The default view, which

: Icons are arranged in a grid,

: Icons display in a list, sorted

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Apps screen options

1. From the Home screen, touch

2. Tou ch Menu

•Play Store

for options:

: Launch Google Play™ Store, to

browse for new apps to download.

•Edit

: Touch and hold an app icon for options:

–

Drag it to a new location.

–

Drag it to to create a new folder to contain the icon.

–

Drag it to to add an Apps page to hold the icon.

–

Drag it to to launch Application manager to view information about the app. For more information, see

“Application manager”

page 105.

–

Drag to (if available) to remove the icon. The trashcan is only available for apps you’ve installed. Pre-loaded apps cannot be removed.

• Create folder

• Uninstall

: Create a folder to store icons.

: Remove an app that you installed. You

cannot uninstall preloaded apps.

•View type

• Share apps

: Configure the apps screen.

: Select apps you’ve installed (not for pre-loaded apps) to share via Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, or Wi-Fi Direct.

Apps.

• Hide applications/Show hidden applications

Control whether app icons are visible in Apps. Hiding an icon does not uninstall the app.

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Calculator

Use your phone’s Calculator to perform mathematical calculations.

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From the Home screen, touch

Calculator

Apps

Calendar

Record events and appointments to manage your schedule.

1. From the Home screen, touch Calendar

2. Touch

•Go to

•Delete

•Search

•Sync

accounts.

• Settings

: Display a specific date.

: Refresh Calendar with events from your

for options:

: Delete an event.

: Search for calendar events.

: Customize the calendar.

Apps

Camera

Use the Camera to take pictures and record video.

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Important!

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Taking Pictures

Do not take photos of people without their permission. Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed. Do not take photos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy.

1. From the Home screen, touch Camera

2. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose

your picture by aiming the lens at the subject. You can rotate the phone to any position, and the screen controls rotate to make taking pictures easy.

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3. As you compose a picture, the Camera

automatically focuses the shot (the focus bracket turns green), or:

•

Touch the screen to focus on the area you touched.

•

“Pinch” the screen, or press the Volume Key, to zoom in or out.

•

Configure other options. For more information, see

“Picture Options”

4. To take the picture, press and hold the Camera Key

Tip:

You can also launch the Camera by pressing and holding the

, or touch

on page 61.

Capture

Camera Key

Picture Options

1. From the Home screen, touch

Camera

2. Use these options to configure the camera:

• Self-portrait

camera and the front camera, for self-portraits.

• Flash

• Shooting mode

shooting mode. Some modes are not available for Self-portraits.

–

Single shot

: Switch between the back

: Choose Off, On, or Auto flash.

: Choose an automatic

: Take a single photo.

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–

Panorama

: Touch the Camera button to take a picture, then use the on-screen guideline to move the viewfinder and take the next 7 shots automatically.

–

Smile shot

: Touch the Camera button to focus on the subject’s face. If a smile is detected, the picture is taken automatically.

–

Cartoon

: Apply a cartoon effect to pictures.

• Options

–

Edit shortcuts

the toolbar. Touch and drag shortcuts between the toolbar and the list.

–

GPS Tag

details.

–

Self-portrait

pictures with the front Camera.

–

Flash

–

Shooting mode

taking pictures.

–

Effects

–

Scene mode

of pictures you’re taking.

–

Exposure value

level.

–

Focus mode

–

Timer

Camera button and taking a picture.

: Choose shortcuts to appear on

: Add GPS location information to photo

: When On, the Camera takes

: Choose the default flash mode.

: Choose the default mode for

: Apply an effect to pictures.

: Choose a mode to match the kind

: Set the default brightness

: Set the default focus mode.

: Set a delay to wait between touching the

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–

Resolution

: Choose a size for the image.

–

White balance

source.

–

ISO

–

Metering

–

Guidelines

to aid in photo composition.

–

Image quality

photos.

–

Storage

pictures, if an optional memory card (not included) is installed.

–

Reset

defaults.

: Choose a setting for the light

: Choose a setting for imaging sensitivity.

: Select a method for measuring light.

: Enable or disable an on-screen grid

: Choose a quality setting for

: Choose the default save location for

: Set all Camera settings to the

Recording Videos

Important!

Do not take videos of people without their permission. Do not take videos in places where cameras are not allowed. Do not take videos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy.

1. From the Home screen, touch Camera

➔

Camera/Camcorder

2. Choose a recording mode, and then

compose your shot by aiming the Camera lens at the subject. Rotate the phone to any position; the controls rotate to make recording easy.

3. As you compose a shot, you can configure

options. For more information, see “Video Options” on page 63.

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4. To start recording, touch

•

To stop recording temporarily, touch To resume recording from a pause, touch

Pause again.

•

To stop recording, touch

Tip:

You can also launch the Camera by pressing and holding the just touch Mode to switch to Camcorder mode.

Record

Camera Key

Video Options

Configure the camcorder.

1. From the Home screen, touch Camera

➔

Camera/Camcorder

2. Use these options to configure the camera:

• Self recording

front camera.

• Flash

• Recording mode

–

Normal

–

Limit for MMS

so it can be sent as a message attachment.

• Effects

: Record video with the

: Choose Off or On.

: Choose a mode, from:

: Record a video of any length.

: Restrict the length of the video

: Add an effect to videos.

Pause

. Then,

Apps

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• Options

–

– – – – –

– –

–

– –

–

Edit shortcuts

the toolbar. Touch and drag shortcuts between the toolbar and the list.

Self-recording

with the front Camera.

Flash Recording mode Effects Exposure value Timer

Camera button and taking a picture.

Resolution White balance

source.

Guidelines

to aid in photo composition.

Video quality Storage

videos, if an optional memory card (not included) is installed.

Reset

: Choose shortcuts to appear on

: When On, the Camera records

: Choose the default flash mode.

: Choose the recording mode.

: Apply an effect to pictures.

: Set the default brightness.

: Set a delay to wait between touching the

: Choose a size for the image.

: Choose a setting for the light

: Enable or disable an on-screen grid

: Choose a quality setting.

: Choose the default save location for

: Set all settings to the defaults.

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Chrome

Use Chrome to browse the Internet, if you are subscribed to a data plan, of when you are connected to Wi-Fi.

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From the Home screen, touch

Chrome

Clock

The Clock application includes these features:

•

Alarm

: Create alarms to go off once, or to repeat.

•

World clock

zone.

•

Stopwatch

•

Timer

•

Desk clock

format, for easy viewing.

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: Display the time and date in any time

: Record lap times.

: Measure elapsed time.

: Display the date and time in large

From the Home screen, touch

Clock

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Contacts

Use Contacts to store information for your friends, family and colleagues, to make contacting them easy.

For more information, see “Contacts” on page 39.

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From the Home screen, touch

Contacts

Downloads

View and manage files and other items you download to your phone.

1. From the Home screen, touch Downloads

2. Touch an item to open it (if an appropriate

application is installed.)

Note:

Applications you download in Google Play™

Store are managed in Play Store, and will not appear in Downloads.

Apps

Email

Send and receive email using popular email services.

For more information, see “Email” on page 52.



From the Home screen, select

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Gallery

Use Gallery to view, manage, and share pictures and videos.

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

2. Browse the pictures and videos stored in

device memory, and on an optional installed memory card (not included). While browsing, you can touch

videos.

Gallery

Camera

to take pictures or record

Apps

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Viewing Videos

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. From the menu at the top of the screen,

Albums, Locations, Time, Person

choose

Group

3. Browse for a video, then select a video and

touch to play it.

4. While viewing a video, touch

options.

• Scan for nearby devices

compatible devices for sharing. Only appears when you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.

•Share via

• Via Bluetooth

•Video auto off

• Settings

•Details

: Send the video.

after playing a video, or after a period of time.

: Configure settings for video playback.

: View information about the video.

: Scan for DLNA-

: Share the video via Bluetooth.

: Choose whether the video closes

Apps

Viewing Pictures

➔

, or

for

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. Touch an album, then touch a picture to

view it.

•

“Pinch” the screen to zoom in or out, or doubletap to zoom all the way in or out.

•

When zoomed in, touch and drag your finger on the screen to move the picture around on the screen.

3. While viewing a picture, use these options:

•

Tou ch

•

Tou ch view pictures.

•

Touch Delete is available on the main screen when the phone is rotated to landscape mode.)

•

Touch Menu

–

to send the picture.

Slideshow

to create a slideshow to

to erase the picture. (Delete

for options:

Delete

: Erase the picture (available on the Menu

when the phone is in portrait mode).

Face tag

: When enabled, identifies faces with a yellow box, so you can touch to add tag information.

Copy to clipboard

other apps.

Rotate left/Rotate right

orientation.

: Create a copy, to paste into

: Change the picture’s

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–

Crop

: Change the picture’s size.

–

Edit

: Modify the picture.

–

Set as

: Assign the picture as a Contact photo, or

as wallpaper.

–

Buddy photo share

people tagged in the picture.

–

: Print the picture via Wi-Fi to a compatible

Samsung printer (not included).

–

Rename

–

Scan for nearby devices

Wi-Fi, search for nearby DLNA-compatible devices to share pictures.

–

Details

: View information about the picture.

: Send the picture to the

: Change the picture’s filename.

: When connected to

Setting a Picture as a Contact Photo

Set a picture as a contact’s photo. The contact’s photo will appear with notifications to calls or messages from the contact.

Apps

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. Touch a category, then touch a picture to

select it.

3. Touch

photo

4. Select a contact, or create a new contact,

with the selected picture as the contact’s photo.

Menu ➔ Set as ➔ Contact

➔

Setting a Picture as Wallpaper

Set a picture as the wallpaper for the Home and Lock screens.

Apps

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. Touch a category, then touch a picture to

select it.

3. Touch

4. Select

screen

edit the picture, then touch

Menu ➔ Set as

Home and lock screens, Home

, or

Lock screen

. Use the crop tool to

Done

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Sharing Pictures and Videos

Gallery offers a variety of ways to share pictures.

Sharing as a Message Attachment

You can attach a picture or video to a message.

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. Touch a category, then touch a picture or

video to select it.

3. Touch

of message:

•Email

: Create a new Email message, with the picture or video attached. For more information about sending email, see page 53.

•Gmail

: Create a new Gmail message, with the picture or video attached.For more information about sending email, see page 55.

• Messaging

the picture or video attached. For more information about sending email, see

Messages”

, and then select the type

“Sending Email”

“Sending Gmail”

: Create a new MMS message, with

on page 48,

Apps

“Sending

Sharing with Another Device

You can share pictures or videos directly with another device.

To share via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct:

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1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. Touch a category, then touch a picture or

video to select it.

3. Touch

option:

• Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi Direct

: Send the picture or video to a paired Bluetooth device. For more information about pairing with Bluetooth, see

Bluetooth Device”

compatible device that is connected to the same Wi-Fi network. For more information about using Wi-Fi Direct, see

, and then choose an

“Pairing with a

on page 84.

: Send the picture to another

“Wi-Fi Direct”

on page 83.

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To share via Wi-Fi using DLNA:

You can also share pictures or videos with other DLNA-compatible devices.

To use this option, your device, and the other DLNA device(s), must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. For more information about using Wi-Fi, see “Wi-Fi” on page 81.

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

Apps

2. Touch a category, then touch a picture or

video to select it.

3. Touch

devices

Menu ➔ Scan for nearby

, and then follow the prompts to

connect and share.

Uploading to a Sharing Site

You can upload pictures and videos to popular sharing sites.

1. From the Home screen, touch Gallery

2. Touch a category, then touch a picture or

➔

video to select it.

3. Touch

option:

•Google+

: Follow the prompts to upload to your

Google+ account.

•Picasa

: Follow the prompts to upload to your

Picasa account.

• YouTube

: Follow the prompts to upload to your

YouTube account (videos only).

, and then choose an

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Gmail

Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based email.

For more information, see “Gmail” on page 54.

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From the Home screen, touch

Gmail

Apps

Google

Use Google Search to search the Web.

1. From the Home screen, touch Google

2. Enter search criteria. Search results

display automatically. Touch a search result to display it in a browser window.

Tip:

A Google Search widget displays on the main Home screen by default, so you can search the Web right from the Home screen.

Apps

Google+

Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. Set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream for updates from your Circles, use Messenger, or use Instant Upload to

➔

automatically upload photos and videos from your phone to your private album on Google+.

For more information, visit:

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➔

From the Home screen, touch

Google+

Internet

Your phone is equipped with a full HTML Browser, which allows you to access the internet, if subscribed to a data plan, or when connected to Wi-Fi.

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From the Home screen, touch

Internet

– or – From the Home screen, touch

Internet

www.google.com/+

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Local

Google Places is now Google Local, to use your location to help you find destinations, such as restaurants, bars, hotels, attractions, ATMs, and gas stations, or you can enter a location.

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From the Home screen, touch

Local

Apps

Maps

Use Google Maps to find your current location, plus get directions and other location-based information.

Note:

You must enable location services to use Maps, and some features require Standalone or Google location services. For more information, see “Location services” on page 106.

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From the Home screen, touch

Maps

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Media Hub

Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. With hundreds of titles available, entertaining your family on the go was never easier. You can rent or purchase your favorite content and watch from any location.

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Featuring the stunning viewing quality Samsung is known for, Samsung Media Hub is your gateway to mobile video like you've never experienced it before.

Media Hub uses your Samsung account to manage account information. You can browse media without signing in with a Samsung account, but you must sign in to rent or purchase media.

Note:

You must have data services enabled to preview and download a media file.

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Downloaded media is stored in your phone’s internal memory.

1. From the Home screen, touch Media Hub

2. Browse media by categories, such as

Movies, TB Shows, and My Media, or search for your favorite titles.

3. Follow the prompts to select media and

preview, rent, or purchase it.

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Media Hub Notices

•

Any media item (Media Content) may be rented or purchased after you create an account in Media Hub.

•

Media Content that is downloaded may be viewed concurrently on up to five (5) devices with Media Hub that are also registered to the same account.

•

You may choose to remove a device from your account no more than once every 90 days.

•

You may remove Media Content from a device as many times as you’d like. You will have the ability to re-download the Media Content at a later point in time subject to content re-download availability and studio permissions.

•

You MUST be in network coverage to license Media Content you have acquired through the Service.

•

You can use 3G or Wi-Fi connectivity in order to download Media Content.

•

Unlike purchased Media Content, rented Media Content will be viewable on only 1 device in your account.

•

Media Content is downloaded and saved to internal memory.

•

No SD Card included out of box.

•

Your Media Content may pause/stop or not download in networks where there is a weak signal.

•

You may begin watching downloaded Media Content as soon as a) license acquisition has occurred and b) sufficient amount of the Media Content has been buffered.

Memo

Record your ideas as text memos.

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From the Home screen, select

Memo

Apps

Messaging

Send and receive text and multimedia messages. For more information, see “Text and Multimedia

Messages” on page 48.

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From the Home screen, touch

Messaging

– or – From the Home screen, touch

Messaging

Apps

Messenger

Google+ Messenger lets you chat and coordinate with any of your friends, all at the same time.

For more information, visit:

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From the Home screen, touch

Messenger

www.google.com/+

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Mobile ID

Don’t waste time hunting around for all the best downloads. Mobile ID lets you customize your phone with a single click. “The Essentials” ID pack includes an entire set of apps, widgets, and more – handpicked by Virgin Mobile. Plus, choose from other Mobile ID packs designed to match your interests. They’re free to download, easy to swap.

You can install as many as five ID Packs at any one time, in addition to the default The Essentials pack. You can easily switch from one ID Pack to another without losing any applications already installed.

Installing an ID Pack

Note:

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

1. From the Home screen, select

Mobile ID

2. Touch

3. Touch an ID Pack on the Mobile ID screen.

4. Read the information screen for a

5. Read the Terms & Conditions and touch

6. Wait for the download and install to finish.

Get New ID Packs

screen. (My ID is the default ID Pack.)

description of the ID Pack and tap

Agree

(If prompted, touch

on the

Choose your

Complete Install

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Switching ID Packs

1. From the Home screen, select Mobile ID

➔

2. Choose an option:

•

Touch to replace your current pack.

•

Touch prompts to download and install a new ID Pack. For more information, see

Pack”

Note:

Certain features of Mobile ID are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information about using Mobile ID, see the User Guide at

support

Manage ID packs

Get New ID Packs

on page 73.

, then select an ID Pack

virginmobileusa.com/help-

, then follow the

“Installing an ID

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Music Player

Music Player plays songs stored on your phone or an installed memory card.

: Touch

Apps

List

Now

1. From the Home screen, select Music Player

2. Music Player scans for songs stored in

phone memory, or on an installed memory card, and displays your songs on the

Playlists, Albums, Artists, Music Square

Folders

and

3. Touch a song to play it. While a song is

playing, use sound and playlist controls:

• Volume

volume control, then touch and drag on the scale to set volume, or press the Volume Key on the side of the phone to adjust playback volume. If you have motion settings turned on, place the phone screen-down to mute playback.

• Shuffle

random order. When disabled, songs play in the order they appear in List view.

• Repeat

repeat all songs, or disable repeat mode.

• List / Now Playing

switch to a list view of songs. Touch

Playing

•

Touch

tabs.

: Touch to activate on-screen

: When enabled, songs play in

: Touch to repeat the current song,

to display the song title and details.

to choose a playback effect.

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•

Touch to advance to the next song. Touch and hold to scan forward through the current song.

•

Touch to go back to the previous song. Touch and hold to scan backward through the current song.

•

Touch to pause playback. Touch to resume playback.

Creating a Playlist

1. From the Home screen, select Music Player ➔ Playlists

2. Touch

enter a name for the playlist.

3. Tou ch

music for the playlist.

Menu ➔ Create Playlist

, then touch

Add music

to choose

Adding a song to a playlist

1. From the Home screen, select Music Player

2. Touch and hold on a song, then choose

Add to playlist

3. Touch a playlist to add the selected song,

or touch playlist and add the selected song.

from the pop-up menu.

Create playlist

to create a new

Apps

, then

Apps

Adding multiple songs to a playlist

1. From the Home screen, select Music Player

2. Touch

3. Touch songs to select them, or touch

Select all

4. Select a playlist, or touch

create a new playlist.

Menu ➔ Add to playlist

, then touch

Setting a Song as a Ringtone

➔

You can set a song as a ringtone for all voice calls, for calls from an individual contact, or as an alarm tone.

1. From the Home screen, select

➔

Music Player

2. Touch and hold on a song, then touch

and choose from these options:

• Phone ringtone

ringtone for all incoming voice calls.

• Caller ringtone

song as the ringtone for calls from the contact.

•Alarm tone

for a new alarm, or for an existing alarm.

: Set the song as the default

: Choose a contact to set the

: Set the song as the alarm ringtone

Done

Create playlist

Apps

➔

Set

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My Account

Manage your Virgin Mobile account from your phone. You can:

•

Check your minutes

•

Add money (Top-Up)

•

Change plans, and a lot more...

For more information, refer to “My Account” on page 12.

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From the Home screen, touch

My Account

Apps

My Files

Find, view and manage files stored on an installed memory card. If the file is associated with an application on your phone, you can launch the file in the application.

1. From the Home screen, touch My Files

2. Tap a folder and swipe your finger on the

screen to browse files.

3. Touch a file to open it (if the file is

associated with an application).

4. While browsing files, use these controls:

•

Touch Up directory.

•

Touch Home

•

Touch

to go back up to a higher

to go back to the root directory.

for options.

Apps

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Navigation

Use Google Navigation to search for locations, and get turn-by-turn directions.

Note:

You must enable location services to use Navigation, and some features require Standalone or Google location services. For more information, see “Location services” on page 106.

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From the Home screen, touch

Navigation

Apps

Phone

Place calls, review recent calls, or dial a number to send a message.

For more information, see “Calling” on page 30.

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From the Home screen, touch

Phone

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Play Books

Google Books is now Google Play™ Books. Discovering your favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can shop the world's largest selection of ebooks and read them anywhere you like - on a tablet, phone, ereader, or the Web.



From the Home screen, touch

Play Books

Apps

Play Magazines

Enjoy your favorite magazines, anywhere you go. Discover hundreds of bestselling magazines on

Google Play. You can shop a wide selection of titles, from cooking to technology, travel, fashion, sports, photography, and so much more. It's never been easier to find a great read to enjoy on vacation, lounging at home or on your morning commute. Buy new issues or back issues, subscribe and get free 14 or 30-day trials, and customize your reading experience for Android tablet or phone.



From the Home screen, touch

Play Magazines

Apps

Play Movies & TV

With Google Play™ Movies & TV, you can rent thousands of different movies, to watch instantly, or download for offline viewing later.



From the Home screen, touch

Play Movies & TV

Play Music

➔

With Google Play™ Music, you can play music you’ve downloaded, and music you copied from your computer. You’ll need to have a Google account set up on your phone to download a new application.



From the Home screen, touch

Play Music

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Apps

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Play Store

Android Market is now Google Play™ Store, where all your favorite books, movies, apps, and games are all in one place that’s accessible from the Web and your Android device. You’ll need to have a Google account set up on your phone to download a new application.

Apps

1. From the Home screen, select Play Store

2. The first time you open Play Store, read the

3. Browse for applications to download, then

follow the prompts.

Samsung Apps

Discover new apps, and download and install them on your phone.



From the Home screen, touch

Samsung Apps

Apps

Settings

Configure your phone to your preferences. For more information, see “Settings” on

page 89.



From the Home screen, touch

Settings

Talk

➔

Chat with other Google Talk users.

Note:

Talk requires a Google account. When you set up your Google account on your device, you are automatically logged in.



From the Home screen, select

Tal k

➔

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Video Player

Use Video Player to view and manage videos stored on an optional installed memory card (not included), or shop for new videos.

1. From the Home screen, touch Video player

2. Video Player scans for videos stored in

phone memory, or on an installed memory card, and displays your videos. Touch a video to play it.

3. While playing a video, touch the screen to

display or hide on-screen controls:

• Volume

volume control, then touch and drag on the scale to set volume, or press the Volume Key on the side of the phone to adjust playback volume.

• Full screen

full screen mode, to use the entire display.

• Pop up

floating window on the screen.

•

Touch to play the next video. Touch and hold to scan forward through a video.

•

Touch to go back to the previous video. Touch and hold to scan backward through a video.

•

Touch to pause playback. Touch to resume playback.

: Touch to activate on-screen

: Switch to viewing the video in

: Switch to viewing the video in a

Apps

Tip:

While playing a video, touch Menu options.

Voice Recorder

➔

Record your voice or other sounds, and share Recordings via bluetooth, Messaging, or Gmail.



From the Home screen, touch

Voice Recorder

Voice Search

Search the Web by speaking your search criteria.



From the Home screen, touch

Voice Search

for

Apps

➔

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Visual Voicemail

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From the Home screen:

Voicemail

Touch – or –

Touch

Note:

For more information, touch Menu

Help

Phone

, then touch .

YouTube

View and upload YouTube videos, right from your phone.



From the Home screen, select

YouTube

Apps

➔

VMLive

Get the Virgin Mobile Live app to stalk your favorite pop-culture trends, killer apps, and hot new bands. See what we mean:

•

Slide through the news feed for LIVE tweets and blog posts packed with pop-culture gold and music exclusives.

•

Stream the music player whenever you feel like rocking out (available 24/7)

•

Tune into DJ Abbey Braden's LIVE show featuring interviews with up-and-coming artists (weekdays 12-2PM ET)

•

Import songs you dig straight to Spotify and I Heart Radio, or go old-school and buy ‘em

•

Customize your player to share listening history with friends on your Facebook Timeline

•

Save your favorite news within the app to view and

➔

share forever

•

Find the sickest new apps recommended just for you via WHAT THE APP?

Note:

VM Live is installed as part of The Essentials ID Pack.



From the Home screen, select

VMLive

Apps

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Section 8: Connections

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides access to local area networks.

Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi networks can be Open (unsecured), or Secured (requiring you to provide login credentials).

Configuring Wi-Fi Settings

Configure your phone’s Wi-Fi settings. For more information, see “Wi-Fi Settings” on

page 90.

Turning Wi-Fi On or Off

Turn your phone’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi-Fi service on, your phone automatically searches for available Wi-Fi networks.

Tip:

You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications.

1. From the Home screen, touch

Settings

Wi-Fi

2. Tou ch

Off.

to turn Wi-Fi On or

Apps

Smart mode

Wi-Fi connections improve battery life and allow you to use voice and data functions at the same time.

Smart mode remembers the locations where you spend the most time, and turns on Wi-Fi when you are near those places.

When Smart mode is turned On, the device will automatically connect to known networks. A known network is one that you have previously set up on your device. If you have never connected to a network at a location, your device will display available networks.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

➔

Wi-Fi

➔

2. Touch

Smart mode

, and then touch

to turn Smart mode On or Off.

Apps

➔

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Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

When you turn on Wi-Fi, your phone searches for available Wi-Fi connections, then displays them.

Tip:

You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

Wi-Fi

2. Touch

3. When your phone completes a scan, touch

a Wi-Fi network to connect. If the Wi-Fi network is open, you will be automatically connected. If the Wi-Fi network is secured, enter the password at the prompt to connect.

to turn Wi-Fi On.

Apps

Adding a Wi-Fi Network Manually

Configure a connection to a Wi-Fi network by entering the Wi-Fi network details.

Tip:

You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications.

1. From the Home screen, touch

➔

Settings

Wi-Fi

2. Tou ch

3. After a scan, touch

may need to scroll to the bottom of the scanned devices list). Enter these fields:

• Network Name (SSID)

• Security

• Password

4. Tou ch

use.

to turn Wi-Fi On.

Wi-Fi network.

: Select the type of security used by the

Wi-Fi network.

: If the network is secured, enter the

password.

Save

to save the settings for future

Apps

Add Wi-Fi network

: Enter the name of the

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Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. This type of connection is commonly called peer-to-peer.

For example, your device can use Wi-Fi Direct to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices. Many of the apps on your device provide options for sharing via Wi-Fi

Direct under

Connecting to Wi-Fi Direct Devices

1. First, enable Wi-Fi on your device.

From the Home screen, touch

Settings ➔ Wi-Fi

2. Enable Wi-Fi Direct on the other device(s).

Consult the other device’s documentation for more information.

3. On your device, touch Wi-Fi Direct

4. In the Available devices list, touch a device

to connect with it, or touch to connect to multiple devices (not all devices support multi-connect).

5. Follow the prompts on both devices to complete the connection.

Wi-Fi

to scan for the other device(s).

Apps

, then touch

Multi-connect

Bluetooth

Note:

For Hearing Aid Compatibility Information, see page 143.

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology for exchanging information over a distance of about 30 feet. You don’t need to line up the devices to send information with Bluetooth. If the devices are in range, you can exchange information between them, even if they are in different rooms.

Your device can use Bluetooth to share photos, contacts and other content with other Bluetooth

➔

devices. Many of the apps on your device provide options for sharing via Bluetooth under

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Configuring Bluetooth Settings

Configure your phone’s Bluetooth settings. For more information, see “Bluetooth settings” on page 92.

Turning Bluetooth On or Off

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

Bluetooth

2. Touch

On or Off.

Tip:

You can also turn Bluetooth On or Off on Notifications. From almost any unlocked screen, sweep your finger down from the Status bar to display Notifications.

to turn Bluetooth

Apps

Pairing with a Bluetooth Device

Search for a Bluetooth device and pair with it, to exchange information between your phone and the device.

After pairing, your phone and the target device will recognize each other and exchange

➔

information without a passcode or PIN.

Note:

When paired, the displays in the Status Bar. If you receive a new request for pairing while paired with a Bluetooth headset, a new Bluetooth icon displays at the left of the Status bar and Notifications displays the pairing request.

Bluetooth paired

icon

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1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

Bluetooth

2. Tou ch

On.

3. Activate the target device’s discoverable,

or visible, mode.

4. On your device, touch

5. From the list of scanned devices, touch the

target device, then follow the prompts to complete the pairing:

•

If the target device requires a PIN, enter a PIN for the target device and touch prompted, enter the PIN on the target device.

•

If the device allows automatic or smart pairing, your phone will attempt to pair with the phone automatically. Follow the prompts on your phone and the target device to complete the pairing.

to turn Bluetooth

Scan

Apps

. When

➔

Nearby devices

Share files with nearby devices using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi.

To share with nearby devices, you must connect to a Wi-Fi network. The devices you wish to share files with must also be connected to the same Wi-Fi network and must support DLNA.

Important!

Use care when enabling file sharing for nearby devices. When enabled, other devices can access data on your device.

Turning File sharing On or Off

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Nearby

devices

2. Touch

File sharing

sharing. When enabled, a check appears in the check box.

to enable or disable

Apps

➔

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Configuring File Sharing

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Nearby

Devices

Advanced

2. Under

how content is shared from your device:

• Shared contents

share, from

• Device name

name.

• Allowed devices list

allowed to connect to your device.

• Not-allowed devices list

devices restricted from connecting to your device.

•Download to

downloaded content, from USB storage (phone memory) or SD card.

• Upload from other devices

handle incoming files from other devices, from

Always accept, Always ask

, touch options to control

: Choose the type of content to

Videos, Photos

: View or modify your device’s

: Choose a location to save

, or

: View and manage devices

: View and manage

: Choose how to

Music

, or

Always reject

Apps

VPN

➔

You can use your phone’s VPN (Virtual Private Network) feature to connect to VPNs.

Configuring VPN Settings

Configure your phone’s VPN settings. For more information, see “VPN” on page 95.

Note:

You must set a screen unlock pattern, PIN, or password before setting up a VPN. If you have not yet enabled security, you’ll be prompted to do so the first time you launch VPN settings.

Adding a VPN

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ VPN

Add VPN network

2. Tou ch

connection to a VPN. Available settings depend on the type of VPN.

to set up a

Apps

➔

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Connecting to a Computer

Connect your device to a computer to transfer data between your device and the computer. Use the USB cable that comes with your device, or use one of the pre-loaded apps on your device to connect wirelessly.

Transferring Data

Connect your device to a computer, via USB cable, to transfer data as a Media device using MTP (Media Transfer Protocol), or as a Camera using PTP (Photo Transfer Protocol).

1. Attach your phone to the computer with a

USB data cable. Your phone recognizes the connection as the last connection method you used, and displays a connection in the Status bar and Notifications.

2. From the Home screen, sweep your finger

downward to display Notifications, then touch the alert.

3. Select a connection method:

• Media device (MTP)

Windows, or using Android file transfer on a Mac (see

www.android.com/filetransfer

• Camera (PTP)

software, and transfer files to computers that do not support MTP.

: Transfer media files with

: Transfer photos using camera

alert

4. On your computer, choose a method for

accessing your device. Available options depend on the programs installed on your computer.

5. Transfer files to the memory card. When

finished, you can disconnect the USB cable.

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Kies via Wi-Fi

Manage content saved on your device via your desktop or mobile browser using Wi-Fi technology. The Kies via Wi-Fi setting connects your phone via Wi-Fi to the Kies application, which you can install on your computer.

For more information, visit:

us/kies



From the Home screen, touch

Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Kies via

WI-Fi

Note:

To sync your device to a PC, it is highly recommended that you install Samsung Kies, which is available at

http://www.samsung.com/kies

Mac).

Note:

If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. Also, ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.

www. samsung.com/

Apps

(for Windows/

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Section 9: Settings

Accessing Settings

From the Home screen



Touch – or –

Tou ch

From Notifications



Touch and drag downward from the top of the screen to display notifications, then touch .

Apps

➔

Settings

, then select

Settings

Wi-Fi

Set up and manage your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi networks.

For more information about using Wi-Fi,

see “Wi-Fi” on page 81.

Turning Wi-Fi On or Off

Turn your phone’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi-Fi service on, your phone automatically searches for available Wi-Fi networks.

Tip:

You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

Wi-Fi

2. Touch

Off.

to turn Wi-Fi On or

Apps

➔

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Smart mode

Wi-Fi connections improve battery life and allow you to use voice and data functions at the same time.

Smart mode remembers the locations where you spend the most time, and turns on Wi-Fi when you are near those places.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

➔

Wi-Fi

2. Touch

Smart mode

, and then touch

to turn Smart mode On or Off.

Apps

Wi-Fi Settings

Set up and manage wireless access points.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

➔

2. Tou ch

• Network notification

• Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep

➔

• Wi-Fi timer

• MAC address

•IP address

Menu ➔

phone notifies you of Wi-Fi networks when you launch a high data-usage application.

switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data communications, when the phone goes to sleep (backlight goes out and screen locks). This setting can affect your data usage, and the behavior of devices connected to your phone.

: Choose a starting and ending time

for your phone’s Wi-Fi service to remain on.

: Your phone’s unique identifier, used when connecting to Wi-Fi (not configurable).

: Your phone’s IP (Internet Protocol)

address (not configurable).

Wi-Fi

Advanced

: When enabled, your

: Specify when to

Apps

to configure:

➔

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Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your phone can use Wi-Fi Direct to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices. For more information, see “Wi-Fi Direct” on page 83.

Your phone’s Wi-Fi feature must be turned on to configure Wi-Fi Direct.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

2. Tou ch

3. Tou ch

4. After scanning for devices, touch a device

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct

screen. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can touch

Scan

to connect to it, then follow the prompts to complete the connection. – or –

Multi-connect

Tou ch to devices that support multi-connect.

Scan

Tou ch connect devices, then touch the devices you want to connect to and follow the prompts to complete the connection.

to turn Wi-Fi On.

at the bottom of the

to start scanning.

to create a connection

to search for available multi-

Apps

Bluetooth

Use Bluetooth to transfer information between your device and other Bluetooth devices.

Turning Bluetooth On or Off

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings

Bluetooth

to turn Bluetooth

➔

2. Touch

On or Off.

Tip:

You can also turn Bluetooth On or Off at Notifications.

Apps

➔

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Bluetooth settings

Pair with other Bluetooth devices, manage your Bluetooth connections, and control your device’s visibility to other devices.

Note:

Bluetooth must be turned On to access Bluetooth settings.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ Bluetooth

2. Touch a setting to configure Bluetooth:

•

Touch

•

Touch your phone’s name to control its visibility to other devices’ Bluetooth searches. Available when Bluetooth is turned On.

•

Touch devices. After searching, touch a device to pair with it. For more information, see

a Bluetooth Device”

to turn Bluetooth On or Off.

Scan

to search for visible Bluetooth

on page 84.

Apps

“Pairing with

Data usage

Control your device’s connection to mobile data service, and monitor your data usage.

Turning Mobile data On or Off

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings➔ Data usage

➔

2. Tou ch

or Off.

Mobile data

to turn mobile data On

Apps

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Setting a mobile data limit

Set a mobile data limit, to have your phone automatically disable the mobile data connection when the limit is reached. You can set a warning threshold, to have your device alert you when data usage nears your set limit.

Caution!

Data usage displayed/measured by your

phone may differ from your carrier’s measured data usage and is not guaranteed as the actual usage measured by your carrier. Please check with your carrier for actual data usage.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ Data usage

2. If it’s not already checked, touch

to turn on access to mobile data

data

service.

3. Tou ch

4. Tou ch

Limit mobile data usage

the limit, then drag the red limit line on the graph to set the limit.

Alert me about data usage

the alert, then drag the orange alert line on the graph to set the alert.

Apps

Mobile

to enable

Viewing data usage by app or process

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ Data usage

2. Scroll down the page to see the processes

or apps using mobile data service. Touch a process or app to see data usage for the process or app, and to configure specific settings.

➔

Apps

➔

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More Wireless and network Settings

Airplane mode

When airplane mode is enabled, all your phone’s wireless connections are disabled, and you cannot make or receive calls or messages or connect to networks. While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your phone, such as playing music, watching videos, or other applications.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings

2. Touch

Note:

Airplane mode

airplane mode.

Airplane mode can also be controlled from Device options when you press and hold the

Power/Lock Key

to enable or disable

Apps

Mobile networks

Set options for using Mobile Data service, if subscribed to a data plan, or use Connections optimizer to manage connections to Wi-Fi networks.

Important!

➔

Depending on your service plan, changes you make to mobile networks settings may incur extra charges. Consult Virgin Mobile for more information.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Mobile

networks

2. Enable or disable

your phone’s connection to the mobile data network.

Mobile data

Apps

, to control

➔

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VPN

Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). For more information about using VPNs, see “VPN” on page 86.

Adding a VPN

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ VPN

2. Tou ch

Note:

Add VPN network

connection to a VPN. Available settings depend on the type of VPN.

You must enable at least Pattern security before setting up a VPN. If you have not yet enabled security, you’ll be prompted to do so the first time you launch VPN settings.

to set up a

Apps

Nearby devices

Share files with devices using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi.

To use devices for sharing, you must connect to a Wi-Fi network. The devices you wish to share

➔

files with must also be connected to the same

Wi-Fi network and must support DLNA. For more information about connecting to Wi-Fi,

see “Wi-Fi” on page 89.

Important!

Use care when enabling file sharing for devices. When enabled, other devices can access data on your device.

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Nearby

devices

2. Touch

3. Under

File sharing

sharing. When enabled, a check appears in the check box.

Advanced

how content is shared from your device:

• Shared contents

share, from

• Device name

name.

• Allowed devices list

allowed to connect to your device.

to enable or disable

, touch options to control

: Choose the type of content to

Video s, Photos

: View or modify your device’s

, or

Music

: View and manage devices

Apps

➔

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• Not-allowed devices list

devices restricted from connecting to your device.

•Download to

downloaded content, from USB storage (phone memory) or SD card (optional, not included), if installed.

• Upload from other devices

handle incoming files from other devices, from

Always accept, Always ask

: Choose a location to save

: View and manage

: Choose how to

, or

Always reject

Kies via Wi-Fi

Kies air makes it easy to manage content saved on your device via your desktop or mobile browser using Wi-Fi technology.

Using Kies via Wi-Fi requires the Samsung Kies application on your computer. For more information, see “Kies via Wi-Fi” on page 88.

Your device, and the computer with the Kies application, must be connected to the same WiFi network.

1. From your computer, launch the Samsung

Kies application, and connect to a Wi-Fi network.

2. On your device, connect to the same Wi-Fi

network.

3. From the Home screen, touch Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Kies via

Wi-Fi

Apps

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Samsung SPH-M840 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

Setting Up Your Phone

Charging the Battery

Turning the Phone On and Off

Your Google Account

Your Samsung Account

Displaying Your Phone Number

Voicemail

TTY Mode

Task Manager

Securing Your Phone

Memory Card

Section 2: My Account

Create your Account and Pick your Plan

Activating Your Device

Managing Your Account

Additional Information

Section 3: Understanding Your Phone

Features

Front View

Back View

Side Views

Home Screen

Navigation

Notifications

LED Indicator

Status Bar

Primary Shortcuts

Widgets

Shortcuts

Folders

Wallpaper

Apps

Entering Text

Section 4: Calling

Making Calls

Answering Calls

Using Speakerphone

Ending a Call

Options After a Call Ends

Logs

Call Settings

Section 5: Contacts and Accounts

Accounts

Contacts

Speed Dials

Section 6: Messaging

Types of Messages

Text and Multimedia Messages

Emergency Alerts

Email

Gmail

Voicemail

Visual Voicemail

Google Talk

Google+ Messenger

Section 7: Applications

Managing Applications

Calculator

Calendar

Camera

Chrome

Clock

Contacts

Downloads

Email

Gallery

Gmail

Google

Google+

Internet

Local

Maps

Media Hub

Memo