SGH-S730M
P O R T A B L E
Q U A D - B A N D
M O B I L E
P H O N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone and keep it for future reference.
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QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT; THE PERFORMANCE OF THE
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ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY,
INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
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.
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its related entities.
®
®
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or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc., or its affiliates
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®
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Association.
Table of Contents
Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Switching the Device On or Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Locking and Unlocking the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Creating a New Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Signing into Your Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Retrieving your Google Account Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Voice Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Section 2: Understanding Your Device ............................... 13
Features of Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Device Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Status Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Screen Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Customizing the Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Section 3: Memory Card ........................................................ 49
Using the SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
SD card Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Section 4: Call Functions and Contacts List ....................... 54
Displaying Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Ending a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Making Emergency Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
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Dialing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
International Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Pause Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Wait Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Redialing the Last Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
In Call Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Call Log Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Section 5: Entering Text ........................................................72
Text Input Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Selecting the Text Input Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Using the Samsung Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Using XT9 Predictive Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Using the Google Voice Typing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Section 6: Contacts ................................................................83
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Contacts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Finding a Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Contact List Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Contact Entry Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Copying Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Synchronizing Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Adding more Contacts via Accounts and Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Additional Contact Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
The Favorites Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
The Groups Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Section 7: Messages ............................................................101
Types of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Creating and Sending Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Message Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
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Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Using Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Google Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Google + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Section 8: Multimedia .......................................................... 129
Assigning the Default Storage Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Using the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Camera Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Using the Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
The Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143
Section 9: Applications and Development ........................ 144
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Google + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Latitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
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Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Play Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Play Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Downloading a New Google Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Launching an Installed Google Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Android Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
Voice Dialer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
Section 10: Connections ......................................................174
Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182
Enable Downloading for Web Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
PC Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Section 11: Changing Your Settings ..................................193
Accessing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
Wi-Fi Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
Bluetooth settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
More... Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210
SD Card & Device Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
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Battery Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Accounts and Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214
Location Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218
Language and Input Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Back up and Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
Accessibility Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Developer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Google Search Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237
About Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
Index ...................................................................................... 241
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Section 1: Getting Started
This section explains how to get started with your device by installing
and charging the battery, installing the SIM card and optional memory
card, and setting up your voice mail.
Before using your phone for the first time, you’ll need to install and
charge the battery and install the SIM card. The SIM card is loaded
with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional
services, and many other features. If desired, you can also install an
SD card to store media for use with your phone.
Understanding this User Manual
The sections of this manual generally follow the features of your
phone. Also included is important safety information that you should
know before using your device.
This manual provides navigation instructions according to the default
display settings. If you select other settings, navigation may be
different.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual assume you
are starting from the Home screen and using the available keys.
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Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and
may vary from your device, depending on the software version on
your device, and any changes to the device’s Settings.
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start
with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual displays
may vary, depending on the software version of your phone and
any changes to the device’s Settings.
Special Text
Throughout 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, menu, or sub-
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.
Getting Started
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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 often-used steps:
➔
Arrows are used to represent the sequence
of selecting successive options in longer, or
repetitive, procedures.
Example: From the Home screen, press
Bluetooth
(Menu
)
➔
System settings
➔
.
Battery Cover
The battery, SIM card and SD card are installed under the battery
cover.
Important! Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure
the device is switched off. To turn the device off, hold down
, then tap Power off
➔
OK.
Caution! Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively during
installation or removal. Doing so may damage the cover.
To remove the battery cover:
1. Hold the device firmly and locate the cover release latch.
2. Place your fingernail in the opening and firmly “pop” the cover
off the device (similar to a soda can).
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Installing the microSD Memory Card
Your device supports an optional (external) microSD™ or
microSDHC™ memory card for storage of media such as music,
pictures, video and other files. The SD card is designed for use with
this mobile phone and other devices.
Note: microSD memory cards include capacities of up to 2GB.
microSDHC™ memory card types can range from 4GB to up to
32GB.
Note: This device supports up to a 32GB microSDHC memory card.
The device comes with 2.7GB of on-board available memory.
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Locate the microSD card slot on the side of the device.
3. Orient the card with the gold strips facing down.
4. Firmly press the card into the slot and make sure that it catches
with the push-click insertion. For more information on how to
use the SD card see “Using the SD Card” on page 49
Important! Be sure to align the gold contact pins on the card with the
phone’s contacts.
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Initial Device Configuration
1. Select a language from the associated field. English is the
default language.
2. Tap Start
.
Note: If a SIM card is not already installed, tap Skip and set up both a
Wi-Fi connection and configure the Date and Time settings.
3. Choose to either Sign in to your existing Google account, Get an
account by creating a new one, or Not now to continue.
•
Once you log in to your account, if prompted to enable purchases,
enter your credit card information and click Save
.
- or -
Click Skip to continue without entering this information.
4. Select/deselect the desired Google location services and tap
Next
.
5. Enter a First and Last name then tap Next. This will help to
identify this as your device.
6. Read and agree to the Google services notice by tapping Next
7. Tap Finish to complete the setup process.
.
Note: Enabling Google location services can drain battery power.
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Switching the Device On or Off
Once the device has been configured, you will not be prompted with
setup screens again.
1. Press and hold
(Power/Lock) until the device switches
on.
The device searches for your network and after finding it, you
can make or receive calls.
Note: The display language is preset to English at the factory. To
change the language, use the Language menu. For more
information, refer to “Language and Input Settings” on page 224.
2. Press and hold
until the device options screen
appears.
3. Tap Power off
(
) ➔ OK
.
Locking and Unlocking the Device
By default, the device screen locks when the backlight turns off.
To unlock your device from the lock screen:
ꢀ
With your device turned on, press
(Power/Lock) to
wake the display and sliding your finger across the screen in
any direction.
To lock your device screen:
ꢀ
Press
(
Power/Lock). The screen goes black.
Getting Started
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Note: You can choose to configure lock settings to prevent
unauthorized use of your device. For more information, refer to
“Setting up SIM Card Lock” on page 222.
Creating a New Google Account
You should create a Google™ Account when you first use your device
in order to fully utilize the functionality. This account provides access
to several device features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google
Search, and the Play Store™ applications. Before you are able to
access Google applications, you must enter your account information.
These applications sync between your device and your online Google
account.
To create a new Google Account from your device:
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Play Store).
2. Read the introduction and tap New to begin.
Note: If you do not have data usage on your account, you will be
prompted to establish an active Wi-Fi connection before initiating
data usage.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Google Account.
– or –
If this is not the first time you are starting the device, tap
➔
(Gmail).
Note: If you already have a Google account, you only need to sign in.
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To create a new Google Account from the Web:
1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to
2. On the main page, click Sign-in
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account.
.
➔
Create an account for free.
4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided,
and respond to the email to confirm and activate your new
account.
Signing into Your Google Account
1. Launch an application that requires a Google account (such as
Play Store or Gmail).
2. Click Existing
.
3. Tap the Email and Password fields and enter your information.
4. Tap Sign in. Your device communicates with the Google servers
to confirm your information.
5. If prompted, create a new Gmail username by entering a prefix
for your @gmail.com email address.
Retrieving your Google Account Password
A Google account password is required for Google applications. If you
misplace or forget your Google Account password, follow these
instructions to retrieve it:
1. From your computer, use an Internet browser and navigate to
2. Click on the Can’t access your account? link.
3. Follow the on-screen password recovery procedure.
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Voice Mail
Setting Up Your Voice Mail
Your device automatically transfers all unanswered calls to voicemail,
even if your device is in use or turned off. As soon as your battery is
charged and the SIM card inserted, activate your voicemail account.
Important! Always use a password to protect against unauthorized
access.
For new users, follow the instructions below to set up voice mail:
Note: Voicemail setup may be different depending on your network.
1. From the Home screen, tap
and then touch and hold the
key until the device dials voice mail.
You may be prompted to enter a password.
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, a greeting, and a
display name.
Accessing Your Voice Mail
You can access your Voice Mail by either pressing and holding
on the keypad.
To access Voice Mail using your phone dialer:
1. From the Home screen, tap
and then touch and hold
until the device dials voice mail.
Note: Touching and holding
will launch Voicemail if it is already
active on your device.
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Section 2: Understanding Your Device
This section outlines key features of your phone. It also describes the
device’s keys, screen and the icons that display when the device is in
use.
Features of Your Device
Your device is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant
features. The following list outlines a few of the features included in
your device.
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Touch screen with virtual (on-screen) QWERTY keyboard
3.5” LCD screen
Android v 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich Platform
Compatible with Adobe® Flash® technology
Wi-Fi ® Capability
Bluetooth enabled
Full Integration of Google Mobile™ Services (Gmail, YouTube, Google
Maps, Google Voice Search)
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Multiple Messaging Options: Text/Picture/Video Messaging and Google
Messenger
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Corporate and Personal Email
3 Megapixel Camera and Camcorder with 4X digital zoom
Music Player with multitasking features
Over 250,000 Apps available to download from the Play Store™
Pre-loaded e-reader applications such as: Play Books™
Play Music™
Assisted GPS (Google Navigation)
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Webkit-based browser
2.7GB of available memory (on-board)
Expandable memory slot - supports up to 32GB
Google Video Chat via Google Talk
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2.
Volume key allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby
mode (with the phone open) or adjust the voice volume during a
When receiving an incoming call:
call.
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Pressing the volume key down mutes the ring tone.
3. Menu key displays a list of options available for the current
screen. From the Home screen it displays Wallpaper, Manage
apps, and System settings.
4. Home key displays the Home screen when pressed.
5. USB Power/Accessory connector allows you to connect a power
cable or optional accessories such as a USB/data cable.
6. Microphone is used during phone calls and allows other callers
to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them. It is also
used to make voice note recordings and record stereo audio
during video recordings.
7. Back key redisplays the previous screen or clears entries.
8. microSD Card Slot (internal) allows you use a microSD card to
expand the memory of your phone.
9. Display shows all the information needed to operate your phone,
such as the connection status, received signal strength, phone
battery level, and time.
10. Power/Lock key a short press allows you to lock/unlock the
device. Press and hold for two seconds to access the device
options creen from where you can toggle the volume mode
(Mute, Vibrate, or Volume on), activate/deactivate Airplane
mode states, or power the device off.
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11. Proximity Sensor detects how close an object is to the surface of
the screen. This is typically used to detect when your face is
pressed up against the screen, such as during a phone call.
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While talking on the phone, the sensor detects talk activity and locks the
keypad to prevent accidental key presses.
12. Light Sensor lets you use the ambient light level to adjust the
screen brightness/contrast. This sensor decreases screen
brightness in dim light.
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In a bright light condition (outdoors), the sensors cause the device to
increase the brightness and contrast for better viewing.
In dim light conditions, the device increases the screen brightness to
compensate.
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13. Receiver allows you to hear the other caller and the different ring
tones or sounds offered by your phone.
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Device Display
Your display provides information about the device’s status, and is the
interface to manage features. It indicates your connection status,
signal strength, battery status and time. Icons display at the top of the
device when an incoming call or message is received and also alerts
you at a specified time when an alarm was set.
Signal strength
Battery status
Status Bar
Time
Notification
area
Google search
Home Screen
Status
area
Shortcuts
Primary
Shortcuts
The screen also displays notifications, and Application (or shortcut)
bar with four primary shortcuts: Phone, Apps, and Browser.
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Display settings
In this menu, you can change various settings for the wallpaper,
brightness, or backlight.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Settings) ➔ Display. For more information, refer to “Display
Settings” on page 210.
(Applications) ➔
(
Status Bar
The Status Bar shows information about the connection status, signal
strength, battery level, and time, and displays notifications about
incoming messages, calls and other actions.
This list identifies the icons you see on your display screen:
Indicator Icons
This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your device’s display and
Indicator area:
Displays your current signal strength. The greater
the number of bars, the stronger the signal.
Indicates that the Airplane Mode is active. You
cannot send or receive any calls or access online
information.
Indicates there is no signal available.
Displays when there is no SIM card in the phone.
Displays when there is a system error or alert.
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Displays when a call is in progress. Displayed in the
Status bar when the current call is minimized.
Displays when a call is placed on hold and
anotherfunctionislaunched.DisplayedintheStatus
bar when the current call is minimized.
Displays when you have missed an incoming call.
Displays when the microphone is muted.
Displays your current battery charge level. Icon
shown is fully charged.
Displays your battery is currently charging.
Displays your current battery charge level is
low (Charge: ~28% - 15%).
Displays your current battery charge level is
very low (Charge: ~15% - 5%).
Showsyour currentbatteryonlyhasupto4%power
remaining and will soon shutdown.
(Charge: ~4% - 1%).
Displays when the phone has detected an active
USB connection and is in a USB Debugging mode.
Displays when there is a new text message.
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Displays when an outgoing text message has
failed to be delivered.
Displays when there is a new voicemail message.
Displays in the notifications window when there is
a new Email message.
Displays in the notifications window when there is
a new Gmail message.
Displays when a new Google+ notification has
been received.
Displays when a software update is required. For
more information, refer to “Software Update” on
page 239.
Displays when the time and date for a Calendar
Event has arrived. For more information, refer to
“Calendar” on page 145.
Displays when an alarm is set.
For more information, refer to “Setting an Alarm” on
page 149.
Displays when the device is in Silent mode.
Allsoundsexceptmediaandalarmsaresilenced,and
Silent mode is set to Vibrate. For more information,
referto “Silent mode via Device Options Screen” on
page 208.
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Displays when the device is in Silent mode.
All sounds are silenced, and Silent mode is set to
Mute
.
Displayswhendatasynchronizationandapplication
sync is active and synchronization is in progress for
Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts.
Displays when Bluetooth technology is active and
enabled.
Displays when the Bluetooth technology is active
and communicating with an external device.
Displays when the an outbound file transfer is in
progress.
Displays when a file or application download is in
progress.
Displays when updates are available for download.
Displays when a Play Store download has
completed.
Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and
communicating with a Wireless Access Point
(WAP).
Displays when Wi-Fi is active and there is an
available open wireless network.
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Displays when Wi-Fi Direct is active and configured
for adirectconnection toanother compatible device
in the same direct communication mode.
Displays when you are currently in Emergency
calling mode. You must exit this mode to resume
normal calling function.
Displays in the notifications window when there are
too many on-screen notification icons to display.
Tap to show more notifications.
Tap to select a text input method.
Displays in the notifications window when a song is
currently playing within the Play Music application.
Displays when your device’s GPS is on and
communicating.
Displays when the external SD card (internal
microSD)hasbeendisconnected(unmounted)from
the device and is now ready for either removal or
formatting.
Displays when the External SD card is being
preparedformountingtothedevice.Thisisrequired
for communication with the External SD card.
Displays when the microSD card has been
unexpectedly removed.
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For more details on configuring your device’s settings, see “Changing
Your Settings” on page 193.
Notification Bar
The Notification area indicates new message events (data sync
status, new messages, calendar events, call status, etc). You can
expand this area to provide more detailed information about the
current on-screen notification icons.
1. Tap the Status bar to reveal the Notifications bar, and then drag
the tab to the bottom of the screen to open the Notifications
screen (1).
2. Tap a notification entry to open the associated application (2).
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Clearing Notifications
1. In a single motion, touch and drag the Status bar down to the bottom
of the screen to reveal the Notification screen.
2. Tap X. The notifications are cleared from the screen.
Function Keys
Your device comes equipped with three main function keys that can
be used on any screen: Menu Home and Back.
,
Menu Key
The Menu key (
) activates an available menu function for the
current screen or application. For more information, refer to “Home
Screen Menu Settings” on page 30.
Home Key
The Home key (
) takes you back to your Home screen
(#3 of the 5 available screens).
Press and hold to launch the Recent apps screen. For more
information, refer to “Accessing Recently-Used Applications” on
page 43.
Back Key
The Back key (
) returns you to the previously active screen. If the
on-screen keyboard is currently open, this key closes the keyboard.
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Home Screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using the applications on
your device. There are initially five available panels, each populated
with default shortcuts or applications. You can customize each of
these panels.
Signal strength
Battery status
Status Bar
Time
Notification
area
Google search
Home Screen
Status
area
Shortcuts
Primary
Shortcuts
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Notification area displays those icons associated with end-user
notifications such as: email messages, calls (missed, call in progress), new
voicemail, upcoming event, USB connection, emails, and Text/MMS
messages.
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These notifications appear at the top-left of the screen (within the Status
bar area) and display important user information.
This information can be accessed by either swiping down from the Status
bar (page 25).
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Status area displays those icons associated with the status of the device
such as communication, coverage, Bluetooth, 3G, Wi-Fi communication,
battery levels, GPS, etc.
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Home Screen is a customizable screen that provides information about
notifications and device status, and allows access to application Widgets.
Extended Home Screens extend beyond the current visible screen width to
provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and other customization
features.
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There are five available extended screens (panels) each of which may be
populated with its own shortcuts or widgets. These screens share the use
of the three Primary Shortcuts.
Note: Both the status bar and primary shortcuts are visible across all
screens.
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Google search is an on-screen Internet search engine powered by
Google™. Tap to access the Voice Search feature where you can verbally
enter a search term and initiate an online search.
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Tap
(Voice Search) to launch the Voice Search function from
within this Google widget.
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Widgets are self-contained on-screen applications (not shortcuts). These
can be placed onto any of the available screens (Home or extended).
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Shortcuts are icons that launch available device applications such as
Camera, YouTube, Voicemail, People, Phone, Email, Play Store, etc. These
function the same as shortcuts on your computer.
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Although some may already be found on the Extended Home screens,
the majority can also be found within the Applications screens.
The Application screens can be accessed by tapping
(Applications) from the Primary shortcuts area.
Shortcuts can be removed from a screen and added back any number of
times.
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Primary Shortcuts: are three shortcuts present throughout all of the
available screens and can be used to both navigate within the device or
launch any of the following functions:
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Phone
(
) launches the phone-related screen functions (Keypad,
Logs, and Contacts).
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Applications launches the Application screens.
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Tap
(Applications) to access the Application screens loaded
with every available local application.
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Browser
(
) launches the built-in Internet Browser.
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Home Screen Menu Settings
When on the Home screen, press
to access the following menu
options:
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Wallpaper lets you to customize the current screen’s wallpaper image by
choosing from either Gallery, Live Wallpaper or Wallpapers gallery).
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You can obtain images from either your Pictures folder, from any of the
available images within the device’s Wallpaper gallery, or from the
animated Live Wallpapers.
Note: Wallpapers supports the following image types: JPEG, PNG, GIF,
BMP, and WBMP.
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Manage apps launches the Apps screen. This menu allows you to manage
installed applications. You can view and control currently running services,
or use the device for application development.
System settings provides quick access to the device’s settings menu.
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The Settings menu can also be accessed by pressing
tapping Settings
and then
➔
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Applications
The Application menu provides quick access to the most frequently
used applications. Applications display on each of the two panels on
the Applications screens.
Application Screen Menu Settings
When on the Apps screen, the following menu options are available:
1. Press
and then tap
(Applications).
2. Press
and then select from the following options:
• Manage apps launches the Apps screen. This menu allows you to
manage installed applications. You can view and control currently
running services, or use the device for application development.
• System settings provides quick access to the device’s settings menu.
3. Press
to return to the Home screen.
The following table contains a description of each application
available via both the Primary shortcuts area and via the Applications
screens. If the application is already described in another section of
this user manual, then a cross reference to that particular section is
provided. For more information, refer to “Navigating Through the
Application Menus” on page 42.
Browser
OpenthebrowsertostartsurfingtheWeb.Thebrowser
is fully optimized and comes with
advanced functionality to enhance the Internet
browsing feature on your phone.
For more information, refer to “Browser” on page 174.
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Calculator
Found within the Utility application, this launches the
on-screen calculator application. The calculator
provides the basic arithmetic functions; addition,
subtraction, multiplication, and division. You can also
use this as a scientific calculator.
For more information, refer to “Calculator” on
page 145.
Calendar
Launches a calendar application that syncs to your
Facebook™, Google™, or Microsoft Exchange work
calendars.
Formoreinformation, referto“Calendar” onpage 145.
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Camera
Launches the built-in 3.0 megapixel camera
application from where you can take a picture with
either the front or rear facing cameras.
Note: A microSD card is no longer needed to take
pictures or shoot video since there is already
2.7GB of available on-board storage.
Note: It is recommended that you store your pictures
and videos on a microSD card. If something
were to occur to the device, your files are still
protected.
In addition to taking photos, the built-in camera
also doubles as a camcorder that also allows
you to record, view, and send high definition videos.
For more information, refer to “Using the Camera” on
page 130. For more information, refer to “Using the
Camcorder” on page 136.
Chrome
The Google Chrome app allows you to use the Google
Chrome web browser on your phone. Chrome
Clock
Allows you to configure an alarm event.
For more information, refer to “Clock” on page 149.
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Downloads
Provides quick access to tabs containing a list of your
current downloaded files (Internet and Other).
For more information, refer to “Downloads” on
page 150.
Email
Provides access to both your Outlook (Exchange
Server-based)workemailandInternetemailaccounts
(such as Gmail and Yahoo! Mail).
For more information, refer to “Email” on page 110.
Gallery
Displays a Gallery of camera images and video
stored in the microSD card.
For more information, refer to “The Gallery” on
page 140.
Gmail
Provides access to your Gmail account. Google Mail
(Gmail) is a web-based email service. Gmail is
configured when you first set up your phone.
For more information, refer to “Using Gmail” on
page 123.
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Google +
:
This application makes messaging and sharing with
your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of
friends, visit the Stream to get updates from your
Circles, use Messenger for fast messaging with
everyone in your Circles, or use Instant Upload to
automatically upload videos and photos to your own
private album on Google+.
Formoreinformation, referto“Google+” on page 126.
Latitude
Lets you see your friends’ locations and share
yours with them. The application also lets you
see your friends’ locations on a map or in a list.
It also lets you send instant messages and
emails, make phone calls, and get directions to
your friends’ locations.
For more information, refer to “Latitude” on page 152.
Local
Displays company logos on a layer of Google Maps.
When viewing an area you can quickly locate a
businessorperson,findoutmoreinformationaboutthe
business, see coupons, public responses, and more.
For more information, refer to “Local” on page 156.
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Maps
Launches a Web-based dynamic map that helps you
findlocalbusinesses,locatefriends,viewmapsandget
driving directions.
For more information, refer to “Maps” on page 157.
Messaging
Provides access to text and multimedia messaging
(SMS and MMS).
For more information, refer to “Creating and Sending
Messages” on page 102.
Messenger
:
Allows you to bring groups of friends together
into a simple group conversation. When you get
a new conversation in Messenger, Google+ sends
an update to your phone.
For more information, refer to “Messenger” on
page 127.
Music:
Music player allows you to play music files that you have
stored on your phone and memory card. You can also
create playlists.
For more information, refer to “Music” on page 140.
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Navigation
Launches a Web-based navigation application.
Caution! Traffic data is not real-time and directions
may be wrong, dangerous, prohibited, or
involve ferries.
For more information, refer to “Navigation” on
page 161.
People
Thedefaultstoragelocationforsavingphonenumbers
to your list of Contacts is your device’s
built-in memory.
For more information, refer to “Contacts List” on
page 84.
Phone
Allowsyoutolaunchyouron-screendialer andmakea
call.
For more information, refer to “Call Functions and
Contacts List” on page 54.
Play Books
Provides access to read over 3 million ebooks on the
go.
For more information, refer to “Play Books” on
page 166.
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Play Store
:
Formerly known as the “Android Market”, it
providesaccesstodownloadableapplications,games,
music, and movies. The Play Store also
allows you to provide feedback and comments about
an application, or flag an application that might be
incompatible with your phone.
For more information, refer to “Play Store” on
page 166.
Search
Provides an on-screen Internet search engine
powered by Google™.
Settings
Accesses the device’s built-in Settings menu.
Formoreinformation,referto“ChangingYourSettings”
on page 193.
Talk
Launches a Web-based Google Talk application
that lets you chat and video conference with
family and friends over the Internet for free.
For more information, refer to “Google Talk” on
page 126.
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Voice Dialer
Launches your device’s built-in voice recognition
software, calledVoiceDialer,todialaphonenumberin
your People list or to launch phone functions.
For more information, refer to “Using Voice Dialer” on
page 59.
YouTube
Launches the YouTube webpage via the browser.
For moreinformation, refer to “YouTube” on page 143.
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Screen Navigation
Using the touch screen display and the keys, you can navigate the
features of your device and enter characters. The following
conventions are used in this manual to describe the navigation action
in the procedures.
Navigating Through the Screens
The following terms describe the most common hardware and on-
screen actions.
Press and hold
Tap
Touch and hold
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Press and hold: Pressing relates to use of the hardware keys and buttons to
select or activate an item. For example: press the Menu key to access and
then scroll through a menu. Some buttons and keys require you to press
and hold them to activate a feature, for example, you press the Lock key to
lock and unlock the phone.
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•
Tap: Use a brief touch to select items on the display or to enter text on the
virtual QWERTY keyboard. For example: tap an Application icon to open
the application. A light touch works best.
Touch and hold: Touch and hold an icon or key to open the available
options, or to access a pop-up menu. For example: touch and hold from the
Home screen to access a menu of customization options.
Flick: Move your finger in lighter, quicker strokes than swiping. This finger
gesture is always used in a vertical motion, such as when flicking through
contacts or a message list.
Swipe or slide: Quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the
screen. This allows you to move the area of focus or to scroll through a list.
For example: slide your finger left or right on the Home screen to scroll
among the five panels.
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•
Drag: Press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to
move it. Do not release your finger until you have reached the target
position.
Rotate: Automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to
landscape by turning the device sideways. For example: rotate to landscape
orientation when entering text, to provide a larger keyboard, or when
viewing web content to minimize scrolling.
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•
Pinch: “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out when
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out.)
Spread: “Spread” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom in
when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers outward to zoom in.)
These screens can be re-arranged in any desired order. For more
information, refer to “Customizing the Screens” on page 44.
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Menu Navigation
You can tailor the device’s range of functions to fit your needs using
both menus and applications. Menus, sub-menus, and features are
accessed by scrolling through the available on-screen menus. Your
device defaults with two screens.
Navigating Through the Application Menus
There are two default Application Menu screens available. As you add
more applications from the Play Store, more screens are created to
house these new apps.
1. Press
Application Menu displays.
To close the Applications screen, press
2. Sweep the screen to access the other menus.
and then tap
(Applications). The first
•
(Home).
3. Tap any of the on-screen icons to launch the associated
application.
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Using Sub-Menus
Sub-menus are available from within most screen and applications.
1. Press
. A sub-menu displays at the bottom of the screen.
2. Tap an available on-screen option.
Sub-Menu items
Accessing Recently-Used Applications
1. Press and hold
to open the recently-used applications
window.
2. A pop-up displays the most recently used applications.
3. Tap an icon to open the recent application.
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Customizing the Screens
You can customize the Home screens (panels) to display the Widgets,
Shortcuts, or Wallpapers. For example, one screen could contain the
Music Player shortcut and other forms of media, while another screen
might contain communication apps such as Gmail.
You can customize your Home screen by doing the following:
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•
•
•
•
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts
Sharing Application Information
Managing Shortcuts
Adding and Removing Widgets
Changing the Background (Wallpapers)
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts
The device comes with three Primary shortcuts: Phone, Applications,
and Browser.
To add a new primary shortcut:
1. Press
and then tap
(Applications).
2. Scroll through the application pages and locate the desired
application.
3. Touch and hold the on-screen icon, then drag it over one of the
available slots within the primary shortcuts area to place it.
•
•
The new primary shortcut displays at the bottom of the screen.
The previous primary shortcut is now grouped with the newly added
shortcut.
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To remove a current primary shortcut:
1. From the Home screen, touch and hold a current shortcut from
the primary shortcut area.
2. In a single motion, detach it from the area and then drag it over
the X Remove area at the top of the screen.
3. Once the text turns red, let go the shortcut.
Managing Shortcuts
Note: To move a shortcut from one screen to another, you must
carefully touch and hold the shortcut and slowly drag it to the
edge of the screen. As the shortcut turns light blue, you can begin
to move it to the adjacent screen.
If this does not work, delete it from its current screen. Activate the
new screen and then add the selected shortcut.
To add a shortcut from the Applications screen:
1. Press
to go to the Home
screen.
2. Select a screen location for your
new shortcut by scrolling across
your available screens until you
reach the desired one.
3. Tap Applications
(
) to
reveal all your current available
applications. By default,
applications are displayed as an
Alphabetical grid.
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4. Scroll across the screens and locate your desired application.
5. Touch and hold the on-screen icon. The new shortcut then
appears to hover over the current screen.
6. While still holding the on-screen icon, position it on the current
screen. Once complete, release the screen to lock the shortcut
into its new position.
To delete a shortcut:
1. Press
to go to the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks it from its
location on the current screen.
3. Drag the shortcut over the X Remove text at the top of the screen
and release it.
Adding and Removing Widgets
Widgets are self-contained applications that can be placed on any
screen. Unlike shortcuts, widgets appear as applications.
To add a Widget:
1. Navigate to a screen with an empty area where you would like to
dock the Widget.
2. Tap Applications
(
) ➔ WIDGETS tab. The available widgets
appear within a navigable set of pages.
3. Scroll left or right across the screens and then located your
desired Widget.
4. Touch and hold the Widget icon.
5. While still holding the icon, position it on the current screen.
Once complete, release the screen to lock the Widget into its
new position.
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To remove a Widget:
1. Touch and hold a Widget until it unlocks from the current screen.
2. Drag the Widget over the X Remove text at the top of the screen
and release it.
•
•
As you place the Widget into this trash area, both items turn red.
This action doesn’t delete the Widget, it just removes it from the
current screen.
To place a widget onto a different screen:
1. Touch and hold the Widget until it becomes transparent.
2. Slowly drag it past the edge of the screen until the adjacent
page appears highlighted and it then snaps onto the new page.
3. Drag the widget to its desired position on the new screen.
4. Repeat these steps to continue moving it to other screens.
Managing Wallpapers
Wallpapers consist of either Gallery images (user taken), Live
wallpapers (animated backgrounds), or Wallpaper gallery (default
phone wallpapers).
Note: Selecting animated Live wallpapers will require additional battery
power.
To change the current wallpaper:
1. Press
to go to the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold an empty area of the screen.
3. From the Choose wallpaper from window select a Wallpaper
option:
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•
•
•
Tap Gallery to select from a user image stored in the camera image
gallery, crop the image, and tap CROP
Tap Live wallpapers to select from a list of animated backgrounds,
once done tap Set wallpaper
Tap Wallpapers, scroll through the images, tap a wallpaper image,
then tap Set wallpaper
.
.
.
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Section 3: Memory Card
Your device lets you use a microSD (SD) or microSDHC card
(also referred to as a memory card) to expand available memory
space. This secure digital card enables you to exchange images,
music, and data between SD-compatible devices. This section
addresses the features and options of your device’s SD functionality.
The device has a USB SD card mode.
•
•
microSD card storage: up to 2GB in size
SDHC card storage: up to 32GB in size
Using the SD Card
There are several methods for using the SD card:
1. Connecting to your PC to store files (such as music, videos, or
other types of files and media).
2. To activate the camera, video, music player, and other
dependant media or applications.
Important! Your device can support SDHC cards up to 32GB capacity.
SD card Overview
After mounting an SD card in the device you can use your computer to
access and manage the SD card.
Important! If access to the external SD card is not available, download
and install the USB drivers.
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microSD Icon Indicators
The following icons show your microSD card connection status at a
glance:
• the card has been disconnected (unmounted)
from the device and is now ready for either
removal or formatting.
• the card is being prepared for use and for
mounting.
• the card has been improperly removed.
Important! DO NOT remove a microSD card while the device is
accessing or transferring files. Doing so will result in loss or
damage of data. Make sure your battery is fully charged
before using the microSD card. Your data may become
damaged or lost if the battery runs out while you are using
the microSD card.
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Mounting the SD Card
To store photos, music, videos, and other applications. You must
mount (install) the SD card prior to use. Mounting the SD card
establishes a USB connection with your computer.
1. Press
2. Tap Mount SD card
Communicating with the SD card
1. Insert the SD card into the external, SD card slot (For more
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Storage.
.
information, refer to “Installing the microSD Memory Card” on
page 5.)
2. Verify the card is properly mounted.
Note: If your device does not respond properly, you will need to verify
the Debugging mode is not enabled.
3. Configure the device for USB media device mode connection by
verifying Debugging mode is not enabled:
•
Press
options
Remove a check mark from the USB debugging field, if present.
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
.
•
4. Connect the USB cable to the phone and connect the cable to
the computer.
5. Confirm the new mounted drive appears as a new drive on your
computer. As soon as the connection is established a drive
letter is assigned to the phone’s storage device.
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6. To disconnect the new drive, simply remove the USB cable from
your device.
Unmounting the SD card
Unmounting the SD card prevents corruption and damage to the SD
card while removing it from the slot.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
OK
➔
Storage.
2. Tap Unmount SD card
➔
.
3. After the “SD card will be unmounted” message displays and the
Mount SD card now appears in the menu list, remove the SD
card. For more information, refer to “Removing the microSD
Memory Card” on page 6.
SD card Memory Status
To view the memory allocation for your external SD card:
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Storage.
The available memory displays under the Total space and
Available space headings.
Factory Data Reset
From this menu you can reset your phone and sound settings to the
factory default settings.
1. Press
reset
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Back up &
.
2. Tap Factory data reset. This action erases all data from your
device except current system software and bundled
applications, or SD card files such as music or photos.
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Note: This feature provides an option to format the internal USB
storage, not the microSD card.
3. Tap Reset phone
➔
Erase everything.
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Section 4: Call Functions and Contacts
List
This section describes features and functionality associated with
making or answering calls, and the People list, which is used to store
contact information.
Displaying Your Phone Number
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
About
phone
➔
Status. Your phone number displays in the My phone
number field.
Note: The device’s Settings menu can also be activated by pressing
and then tapping Applications) ➔ Settings).
(
(
Making a Call
You can store phone numbers that are regularly used to the phone’s
memory. These entries are referred to as the Contacts list
1. Press and then tap
2. Enter the phone number and then tap
If you make a mistake while dialing, tap
digit. Touch and hold
.
.
.
ꢀ
to clear the last
to clear the entire sequence.
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Quick Dialing a Number from the Contacts List
1. From the Home screen, tap
(People).
2. Locate a contact from the list.
3. In a single motion, touch and drag your finger over the number
by going to the right. This action places a call to the recipient.
Running a Call in the Background
If you exit the current call screen and return to the Home screen, you
are visually notified that you are still on an active call by the
on-screen phone icon within the Status bar (upper-left).
This is the best way to stay on your current call and do something else
(multi-task) such as access the Contacts list, view a recent email,
locate a picture, etc..
In Call Notification
Ending a Call
ꢀ
Briefly tap
key to end the call.
Note: To redial a recent number, locate the number from the Logs list,
tap the entry and tap Call xxx
.
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Ending a Call from the Status Bar
1. From an active call, you can launch a separate application or
return to the Home screen. The current call is kept active in the
background.
2. Tap the Status bar to reveal the Notifications tab, and then drag
the tab to the bottom of the screen to open the Notifications
panel.
3. Select the currently active call and tap
to end the
currently active call.
Making Emergency Calls
Without a SIM card, you can only make an emergency call with the
phone; normal cell phone service is not available.
Making an Emergency Call Without a SIM card installed
1. Press
and then tap
.
2. Enter 9-1-1 and tap
. Complete your call. During this
type of call, you will have access to the Speaker mode, Keypad,
and End Call features.
3. Tap
to exit this calling mode.
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Making an Emergency Call With a SIM card installed
The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number
a 1-tap process. Before you can resume normal calling operations,
you should first exit this mode.
1. Swipe the Lock screen to unlock the device.
2. Press
and then tap
.
3. Enter the emergency number (ex: 911) and then tap
.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your call.
•
After completing your emergency call,
appears in the
Notification area until you exit the Emergency calling mode.
Dialing Options
When you enter numbers on the Keypad, you will see three
on-screen options.
From the keypad screen, use one of the following options:
•
•
•
Delete
Call
(
) to delete digits from the current number.
) to call the entered number.
(
Search
(
) to search through your existing list of available Contacts.
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To view additional dialing options:
Enter a number and tap
ꢀ
:
• Add to contacts to add the current number to either a new or existing
Contacts entry.
• Add 3-sec pause to insert a three-second pause to enter a
3-second delay within a number string (the phone continues dialing
after 3 seconds without any additional keys being pressed.
• Add wait to insert a hard pause within the number string (the phone
waits for your input). A wait requires that any consecutive numbers be
manually sent by tapping Yes
.
• Settings to provide you access to the Call settings screen.
Answering a Call
When somebody calls you, the phone rings and displays the incoming
call image.
The caller's phone number, picture, or name if stored in Contacts List,
displays.
ꢀ
At the incoming call screen:
•
•
•
Touch and slide
Touch and slide
in any direction to answer the call.
in any direction to reject the call.
Touch and drag the Reject call with message tab upward and tap a
predefined rejection message or tap Custom message... to create a
new custom outgoing response.
Pressing the Volume down button mutes the ringer. If the incoming call
is from a number stored in your Contacts, the entry’s name is
displayed. You may also see the caller’s phone number, if available.
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Touch and drag
upward to reject
with a message
Touch and slide
to answer
the call
Touch and slide
to reject
the call
Using Voice Dialer
Voice dialer is a voice recognition software used to activate a wide
variety of functions on your device.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Voice Dialer).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. When the Voice Dialer displays the “Listening” prompt, say one
of the following commands:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
“Call John Doe”
“Call John Doe at home,...”
“Call voicemail”
“Dial (866) 555 0123”
“Dial 911, 811,...”
“Dial +44 7333 444 555”
“Redial”
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•
“Open Calendar”
3. A menu prompts you to confirm your selection. If you said a
name with more than one match in Contacts, or if you stored
more than one number for the contact, you are prompted to
select from multiple options.
International Calls
1. From the Home screen, tap
and then touch and hold
until the device shows “+” on-screen.
ꢀ
2. Use the on-screen keypad to enter the country code, area code,
and phone number.
3. If you make a mistake, tap
4. Touch and hold to delete all digits.
5. Tap
once to delete a single digit.
.
Pause Dialing
You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with
automated systems, such as voicemail or financial phone numbers.
•
3 Second Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers after a three-
second pause. This is indicated in the number string as a comma ( ).
Wait sends the next set of numbers only after tapping . This is
,
•
Yes
indicated in the number string as a semicolon (
1. From the Home screen, tap and use the
on-screen keypad to enter the phone number.
2. Press and then tap Add 3-sec pause. This feature adds an
automatic three-second pause.
;).
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3. Use the keypad to enter the additional numbers that will be
dialed automatically after the second pause.
Tip: You can create pauses longer than three seconds by entering
multiple 3-sec pauses.
4. Tap
.
Wait Dialing
Inserting a Wait into your dialing sequence means that the phone
waits until it hears a dial tone before proceeding with the next
sequence of numbers.
1. From the Home screen, tap
and use the on-screen
keypad to enter the phone number.
2. Press
and then tap Add wait. This feature causes the
phone to require your acceptance before sending the next set of
entered digits.
3. Tap
.
4. Once prompted to Send the following tones?, tap
the remaining digits.
to dial
Yes
Redialing the Last Number
The device stores the numbers of the calls you’ve dialed, received, or
missed if the caller is identified.
To recall any of these numbers:
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Tap Call log tab) to display the list of recent calls.
(
3. Tap the name/number and tap Call xxxx
.
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Adjusting the Call Volume
During a call, use the Volume keys on the left side of the phone, to
adjust the earpiece volume.
ꢀ
Press the Up volume key to increase the volume level and the
Down volume key to decrease the level.
From the Home screen, you can also adjust the ring volume using
these keys.
Placing a Call on Hold
You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. If your
network supports this service, you can also make another call while a
call is in progress.
To place a call on hold:
1. Tap
(
Unhold) to place the current call on hold.
2. Tap
(
Hold) to reactivate the call that is on hold.
To make a new call while a call is in progress:
1. Tap Add call) and enter the new phone number that
(
you wish to dial or look it up in the
(Call log tab).
2. With the number displayed, tap
.
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To switch between the two calls:
Tap Swap).
ꢀ
(
Note: The currently active call is displayed on top and shows an
adjacent call length indicator. The previous call shows “ON
HOLD”.
Turning the Speakerphone on and off
While on a call, you can use your Speakerphone by following these
steps:
1. Tap
(
(
Speaker off) to toggle the speakerphone on.
2. Tap
Speaker on) to toggle the speakerphone off.
Tip: When the speaker is turned On, a bar appears below the icon.
When the speaker is turned Off, only the icon appears.
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Muting a Call
1. Tap
(Mute off) to turn mute on so the other caller cannot
hear you speaking.
2. Tap
(
Mute on) to turn mute off and resume your
conversation.
Multi-Party calls
Making a Multi-Party Call
A multi-party call is a network service that allows multiple people to
participate in a multi-party or conference call.
For further details about subscribing to this service, contact
TracFone customer service.
Setting up a Multi-Party Call
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Dial the number for the first participant and tap
.
3. Tap
(
Add call), enter the second phone number and
tap
. The first caller is placed on hold.
4. Wait for the second caller to answer the incoming call and tap
Merge). The two calls are now joined into a
(
multi-party call and display in the order in which they were
called.
Important! Additional callers participate in a new Multiparty session and
are held in conjunction with the previous multiparty call. You
can swap or place each multi-party call on hold.
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Having a Private Conversation With One Participant
When you have two participants in a multi-party session, it might be
necessary to place one of those participants on hold so that a private
conversation can be held with a single caller. While you are in a multi-
party call:
1. From within the merged call, tap MANAGE CONFERENCE
.
2. Tap adjacent to the participants you would like to split
from the current multi-line call. The list displays the callers in the
order they were dialed.
End Call
Split Caller
3. Tap the participant to which you want to speak privately.
You can now talk privately to that person while the other
participants can continue to converse with each other. If there is
only one other participant, that person is placed on hold.
4. To return to the multi-party call, tap the Merge icon. All of the
multi-party call participants can now hear each other.
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Dropping One Participant
1. From within the merged call, tap MANAGE CONFERENCE
.
2. Tap
to the left of the number to drop the caller.
The participant is disconnected and you can continue the call
with the other participant.
3. Tap
to end your conversation with the remaining caller.
Call Waiting
You can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if
this service is supported by the network and you have previously
activated your Call waiting option.
You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone. For more
information, refer to “Configuring Additional Voice Call Settings” on
page 204.
To answer a new call while you have a call in progress:
1. In a single motion, touch and slide
in any direction to
answer the new incoming call.
Note: The new caller appears at the top of the list. The previous caller
is placed on hold and appears at the bottom of the list.
2. Tap
(Swap) to switch between the two calls. This places
the new caller on hold and activates the previous call.
3. Tap
(Swap) again to switch back.
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Call Log Tab
The Call log tab is a list of the phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for
calls you placed, accepted, or missed. The Call log tab makes
redialing a number fast and easy. It is continually updated as your
device automatically adds new numbers to the beginning of the list
and removes the oldest entries from the bottom of the list.
The Notification area of the Home screen (upper-left) displays phone
notifications, status, or alerts such as:
Displays when a call is in progress.
Displays when a call was missed.
Accessing the Call log Tab
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Call log tab).
2. Tap an entry to view available options.
Note: The Call log tab only records calls that occur while the phone is
turned on. If a call is received while it is turned off, it will not be
included in your calling history.
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Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Contacts
entry name (if the number is in your Contacts).
Indicates all outgoing calls made from your
device.
Indicates any received calls that were
answered.
Indicates a missed call.
Accessing Call log from The Notifications Area
1. Locate
from the Notifications area of the Status bar.
2. Tap the Status bar to reveal the Notifications tab, and then drag
the tab to the bottom of the screen to open the Notifications
panel.
3. Tap the Missed call entry to open the Call log screen.
Call logs - Caller Overview
•
Tap a contact entry name or number to reveal the Call options screen:
• Call xxx allows you to redial the entry by name or number.
• Send message
(
) allows you to create a new text message to
the selected entry.
• Time provides the time and date of the call and its duration.
• Add to contacts to save the number if it is not already in your
Contacts.
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• Remove from call log press
the list.
to delete the current entry from
to edit the selected number
• Edit number before call press
before you place your next outbound call.
Altering Numbers from the Call Log List
If you need to make a call from the Call Log screen and you need to
alter the number prior to dialing, you can add the appropriate prefix by
prepending the number.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Tap an entry to access the entry-specific context menu.
3. Press and then tap Edit number before call
4. Edit the number using the on-screen keypad or delete digits by
➔
(Call log tab).
.
pressing
to erase the numbers.
5. Tap
once the number has been changed.
Erasing the Call Log List
You can delete either an individual call log entry or all current entries
from the Call log list.
To clear a single entry from the list:
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Call log tab).
2. Tap an entry.
3. Press
and then tap Remove from call log
.
To clear all entries from the list:
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Call log tab).
2. Press
and then tap Clear call log
➔
OK.
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Viewing Missed Calls from Lock Screen
When you are unable to answer a call for any reason and your screen
is locked,
screen.
missed calls appears in the Status bar at the top of the
1. Press
(
Power/Lock) to reactivate the screen.
2. Drag the Status bar to reveal the Notifications panel.
3. Tap the Missed call notification entry to open the Call log screen.
4. Select a missed call entry.
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Section 5: Entering Text
This section describes how to select the desired text input method when
entering characters into your phone. This section also describes the
predictive text entry system that reduces the amount of key strokes
associated with entering text.
Your phone comes equipped with an orientation detector that can tell if the
phone is being held in an upright (Portrait) or sideways (Landscape)
orientation. This is useful when entering text.
Your phone also provides several on-screen keypad text entry options to
make the task of text entry that much easier.
Text Input Methods
There are two text input methods available:
•
•
Google voice typing: provides a voice to text interface.
Samsung keyboard: an on-screen QWERTY keyboard that can be
used in both portrait and landscape orientation.
The on-screen QWERTY keyboard works the same in both portrait
and landscape mode.
Selecting the Text Input Method
The Text Input Method can be assigned from within one of two
locations:
Settings Menu:
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Language
& input
➔
Default and select an input method.
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Text Input field:
1. From a screen where you can enter text, in a single motion, touch
and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen to reveal
the Notification screen.
2. Tap
method.
(Select input method) and select an available input
Using the Samsung Keyboard
This QWERTY keyboard can be used to enter text in either a Portrait
or landscape orientation. The only difference between the two
orientations are the sizes of the keys.
From a screen where you enter text, rotate your phone
counterclockwise to a landscape orientation. The on-screen QWERTY
keyboard displays.
The Samsung Keyboard
This device has a built-in QWERTY keyboard. Using the QWERTY
keyboard, you can type letter, numbers, punctuation, and other
characters.
To use the Samsung keyboard you must first configure the settings to
default to the Samsung keyboard.
1. Press
& input
– or –
➔
and then tap System settings
Samsung keyboard
➔
Language
➔
Default
➔
.
From a screen where you can enter text, in a single motion, touch
and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen, then
select
(Select input method) ➔ Samsung keyboard.
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2. The virtual keyboard is then assigned to the Samsung keyboard
configuration for all subsequent text input.
Text input field
Shift key
Emoticons Delete
Input Mode
Indicator
Settings Current Mode
Changing the Text Input Mode in Keyboard
1. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the text input field
to reveal the on-screen keyboard.
2. With Samsung keyboard as your text entry method, select one
of the following text mode options:
ABC
• Abc
: to use alphabetic characters from the on-screen
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keyboard. In this mode, the text mode button displays
.
Sym
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123
Sym
• Symbol/Numeric
: to enter numbers by pressing the numbers
selecting them on the on-screen keyboard. In this mode, the text mode
ABC
button displays
There are up to 3 available pages of numeric symbols available by
tapping 1/3
.
.
Note: After typing an initial uppercase character, tap
to toggle
capitalization.
All lowercase
Displays when the next character is entered in
lowercase.
Initial Uppercase
Displays when the first character of each word
is
entered as uppercase but all subsequent
characters are lowercase.
All Uppercase
Displays when all characters will be entered as
uppercase characters.
By default, the first letter of a new entry is capitalized and the following
letters are lowercased. After a character is entered, the cursor
automatically advances to the next space.
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Using ABC Mode in Samsung Keyboard
1. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the text input field
to reveal the on-screen keyboard.
ABC
2. Tap
to configure the keyboard for ABC mode. Once in
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this mode, the text input type shows
.
Sym
Note: After typing an initial uppercase character, the
to and all letters that follow are in lower case.
key changes
3. Enter your text using the on-screen keyboard.
If you make a mistake, tap to erase a single character. Touch
and hold to erase an entire word.
Using Symbol/Numeric Mode
Use the Symbol/Numeric Mode to add numbers, symbols, or
emoticons. While in this mode, the text mode key displays
–
.
ABC
1. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the text input field
to reveal the on-screen keyboard. Rotate the phone
counterclockwise to a landscape orientation, if desired.
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Sym
2. Tap
to configure the keyboard for Symbol mode. Once in
this mode, the text input type shows
.
ABC
3. Tap a number, symbol, or emoticon character.
ABC
4. Tap
to return to ABC mode.
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To enter symbols:
123
Sym
1. Tap
to configure the keyboard for Symbol mode.
2. Tap the appropriate symbol key.
– or –
Tap 1/3 button to cycle through additional pages.
•
The first number on this key indicates which page (1, 2, or 3) of
additional characters is active.
Using XT9 Predictive Text
XT9 is a predictive text system that has next-letter prediction and
regional error correction.
Note: XT9 is only available when ABC mode is selected. XT9 advanced
settings are available only if the XT9 field has been selected.
1. Press
& input
– or –
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Language
➔
(adjacent to the Samsung keyboard field).
From within an active text entry screen, tap
from the
bottom of the screen to reveal the Samsung keyboard settings
screen.
2. Set any of the following options:
• Portrait keyboard types allows you to choose a keyboard
configuration (Qwerty keyboard [default] or 3x4 keyboard).
• Input languages sets the input language. Tap a language from the
available list. The keyboard is updated to the selected language.
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• Predictive text enables predictive text entry mode. This must be
enabled to gain access to the advanced settings. For more
information, refer to “Using XT9 Predictive Text” on page 79.
• Continuous input allows you to enter text by sliding your finger across
the keyboard.
• Keyboard swipe allows changing between the input modes without
having to use the Input Mode key. You can "sweep" the displayed
keyboard aside, in a similar manner to scrolling through the Home
screens.
• Voice input activates the Voice input feature. This is an experimental
feature that uses Google’s networked speech recognition application.
• Auto-capitalisation automatically capitalizes the first letter of the first
word in each sentence (standard English style).
• Auto-punctuate automatically inserts a full stop of text by tapping the
space bar twice when using the on-screen QWERTY keyboard.
• Character preview provides an automatic preview of the current
character selection within the text string. This is helpful when multiple
characters are available within one key.
• Key-tap sound activates an audible sound that plays as you tap
on-screen keys.
• Tutorial launches a brief on-screen tutorial covering the main concepts
related to the Samsung keyboard.
• Reset settings reverts the keyboard settings back to their original
configuration and parameters.
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Using XT9 Predictive Text
XT9 is a predictive text system that has next-letter prediction and
regional error correction, which compensates for users pressing the
wrong keys on QWERTY keyboards.
1. Press
& input
– or –
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Language
➔
(adjacent to the Samsung keyboard field).
From within an active text entry screen, tap
from the
bottom of the screen to reveal the Samsung keyboard settings
screen.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Predictive text slider
OFF
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
3. Tap the Predictive text field and configure any of the following
advanced options:
• Word completion tells your device to attempt to predict how to
complete the word you have started. (A blue check mark indicates the
feature is enabled.)
• Word completion point sets how many letters should be entered
before a word prediction is made. Choose from 2 letters, 3 letters, 4
letters, or 5 letters.
• Spell correction enables the automatic correction of typographical
errors by selecting from a list of possible words that reflect both the
characters of the keys you touched, and those of nearby characters.
(A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
• Next word prediction predicts the next word you are like to enter.
(A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
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• Auto-append automatically adds predictions to the word you are
typing. (A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
• Auto-substitution allows the device to automatically recommend an
alternative set of words as you type. This option reduce “typos.”
(A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
• Regional correction automatically tries to correct errors caused when
you tap keys adjacent to the correct keys. (A blue check mark
indicates the feature is enabled.
• Recapture sets the device to redisplay the word suggestion list after
selecting the wrong word from the list.
• My word list allows you to add new words to the built-in XT9 dictionary.
–
–
–
Tap
(Add word).
Use the on-screen field to enter the new word.
Tap DONE to store the new word.
• Auto substitution list allows you to create a word rule by adding words
for automatic substitution during text entry (for example youve
becomes you’ve).
–
Tap the Auto substitution list field. Flick up or down to review the current
list of word substitutions.
–
–
Tap
(Add).
Enter the original word that will be replaced in the Shortcut field (for
example, youve).
–
–
Enter the substitute word that will be used in the Substitution field
(for example, you?fve).
Tap DONE to save the substitution rule.
4. Press
to return to the previous screen.
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Using the Google Voice Typing
This feature uses Google voice recognition to convert your spoken
words into on-screen text.
Configure Google Voice Typing
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Language
& input
➔
(adjacent to the Google voice typing field).
The virtual keyboard is then removed and all subsequent input
to done via the microphone as text to speech.
2. Select a language by tapping the Select input languages field.
•
Removing the check mark from the Automatic field allows you to
select additional languages.
– or –
Tap
(
Select input method) ➔ Google voice typing and
select English (US) from the bottom of the Voice to text screen.
You can also use this field to add more languages.
3. From the Google Voice typing settings screen you can choose
to block offensive language by tapping the Block offensive
words field.
Using Google Voice Typing
1. From a screen where you can enter text, in a single motion, touch
and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen, then
select
(Select input method) ➔ Google voice typing.
2. Speak into the device’s microphone and watch your text being
entered on-screen.
3. If the text is incorrect, tap DELETE
.
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4. Once you have completed entering your message, tap Done
.
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Section 6: Contacts
This section explains how to use and manage your Contacts List. You
can save phone numbers to your phone’s memory.
Accounts
From the Accounts menu you decide if you want applications to
synchronize, send, and receive data at any given time, or if you want
the applications to synchronize automatically. After determining how
you want the accounts to synchronize, indicate which account to
synchronize with your Contacts list.
1. Sign in to your Google account.
2. Press
& sync
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
.
– or –
From the Home screen, tap
Settings) ➔ Accounts & sync
3. If not already active, in a single motion touch and slide
OFF
The slider color indicates the activation status.
4. Tap next to the account you want to synchronize.
(Applications) ➔
(
.
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
5. Tap ADD ACCOUNT to create a new account.
6. Tap an account type to add.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions. The selected account type
synchronizes with your Contacts list.
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Contacts List
Creating a Contact
Note: Contact lists are stored via email accounts. You must have an
email account to back up your Contact entries online.
If existing Google and Corporate email accounts have been
synchronized to your phone, these will be made available to your
device during the creation of new entries. These new Contacts entries
can be assigned or saved to synced accounts such as Google or
Corporate.
Your device automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically.
You can create either a Google or Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
contact.
Important! The Google and Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account
types are only visible after creating an email account of
those types on your phone.
•
•
Google contacts are shared with your existing Google account and can also
be imported to your phone after you have created a Google Mail account.
Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (also known as Work or Outlook) contacts
are those contacts that are intended to be shared with either an Exchange
Server or from within Microsoft® Outlook®.
•
Add new account lets you create a new account type. Choose from
Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync or Google.
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Note: If you have not already set up an online account (ex: Gmail or
Email), a popup screen allows you to create a local Contact or
sign into an account. If you select Create a new contact, you are
prompted to either keep the Contact stored locallay on the phone
(
Keep local) or add an online account.
Important! Locally stored Contacts are not backed up since they are not
online.
To create a new contact:
1. From the Home screen, tap
(People).
2. Tap Add new contact) to create a contact.
(
Note: You can also add a new contact by entering a number from the
phone keypad and pressing and then tapping Add to
contacts CREATE NEW CONTACT. Continue with step 3.
➔
3. Tap a destination type (Google or Corporate) (depending on
where you want to save the new contact information).
4. Tap the Name field and enter a name for this contact using the
displayed keypad.
5. Tap the image icon and select a photo for this contact.
Selections are: Take photo or Choose photo from Gallery
.
6. Tap the label button (to the right of the Phone field) and scroll
through the list to select a category such as MOBILE (default),
WORK
CUSTOM
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,
HOME, MAIN, WORK FAX, HOME FAX, PAGER, OTHER, or
.
Note: These label entries can change and are dependant on the
selected destination type (ex: the Other and Custom might not
appear with an Exchange ActiveSync account destination type).
7. Tap a phone number field and enter a phone number.
•
Tap
on the QWERTY keyboard to remove a previously entered
phone number.
•
•
Tap Add new to enter an additional phone number
Tap to remove a previously entered phone number.
X
8. Enter additional information such as: Email, Address Date,
,
Group name or tap Add another field to input additional category
information.
• Add another field contains the following options: Phonetic name, IM,
Notes, Nickname, Website, Internet call, or Relationship.
•
Use your finger to slide the page up or down to see additional fields
and categories.
9. Tap
– or –
Press
(
DONE) to complete and store the new entry.
and then tap Discard to delete the current entry.
To save a Number from your Keypad:
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Phone).
2. Enter a phone number using the on-screen dialpad.
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3. Press
and then tap Add to contacts
➔
CREATE NEW
CONTACT or select the Contact entry from the on-screen list.
•
If you're updating an existing contact, tap the entry from the list and
proceed to step 5.
where you want to save the new contact information).
5. Tap the Name field and enter a name for this contact using the
displayed keypad.
6. Tap the image icon and select a photo for this contact.
Selections are: Take photo or Choose photo from Gallery
.
7. Tap the label button (to the right of the Phone field) and scroll
through the list to select a category such as MOBILE (default),
WORK
,
HOME, MAIN, WORK FAX, HOME FAX, PAGER, OTHER, or
CUSTOM
.
Note: These label entries can change and are dependant on the
selected destination type (ex: the Other and Custom might not
appear with an Exchange ActiveSync account destination type).
8. Enter additional fields as desired.
9. Tap
– or –
Press
(
DONE) to complete and store the new entry.
and then tap Discard to delete the current entry.
Note: For further details about how to enter characters, see “Text Input
Methods” on page 72.
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Finding a Contact
You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names onto an
external location (such as Google or Exchange). They are all
physically separate but are used as a single entity, called Contacts.
1. From the Home screen, tap
(People).
2. Swipe up or down until you see the contact displayed.
– or –
Tap
(Search contacts) and begin entering the entry’s
name. Matching entries are then displayed. This process filters
through all of your current account Contact entries to only show
you the matching entries.
– or –
In a single motion, touch and hold the right slider bar until
on-screen letters appear, then scroll through the list. You are
then taken to that section of the Contacts list. Tap the contact
entry.
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Tabs
Contacts
Tabbed
Navigation
Create
Contact
Search
Contacts
field
Editing Contact Information
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Tap a contact name from the list.
3. Press
and then tap Edit.
4. Edit the contact information then:
5. Tap
– or –
Press
(
DONE) to complete and store the new entry.
and then tap Discard to delete the current entry.
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Adding a Number to an Existing Contact
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Press and then tap Edit
.
to reveal the Contact entry’s
details screen.
3. Tap a phone number field
and enter a phone number.
•
Tap
on the QWERTY
keyboard to remove a
previously entered phone
number.
•
•
Tap Add new to enter an
additional phone number
Tap
entered phone number.
4. Enter additional information
such as: Email, Address
Date Group name or tap Add another field to input additional
X
to remove a previously
Contact Details Screen
,
,
category information.
• Add another field contains the following options: Phonetic name, IM,
Notes, Nickname, Website, Internet call, Events or Relationship.
•
Use your finger to slide the page up or down to see additional fields
and categories.
5. Tap
– or –
Press
(
DONE) to complete and store the new entry.
and then tap Discard to delete the current entry.
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Deleting Contacts
Important! Once Contacts list entries are deleted, they cannot be
recovered.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Tap a contact name from the list, press
Delete ➔ OK
.
and then tap
.
Contact List Options
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
. The following options display:
• Contacts to display: allows you to choose to select which contacts to
display. Choose to show either All contacts or Customize (select
entries from another account).
• Import/export: imports or exports contacts to or from the SIM card or
storage, you can also send namecards via methods such as
Bluetooth, Email, or Gmail.
• Accounts: allows you to add and manage mobile accounts on Google
and Corporate (Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync). This option also
allows you to manually synchronize all of your current contacts with
their respective accounts.
• Settings: allows you to configure the Display options. Options include:
Sort list by and View contact names as.
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Contact Entry Options
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Tap an entry to reveal the Contact entry’s Overview Screen. This
screen contains Name, contact numbers, email, and linked
contact information.
3. Press
to reveal the context menu specific to this entry:
• Edit: allows you to edit the currently selected Contacts entry.
• Share: allows you to send the current Contact entry’s information to an
external recipient via either Bluetooth
,
Email (Corporate Exchange or
Internet), or Gmail
.
• Delete: allows you to delete the currently selected Contacts entry.
• Set ringtone: allows you to assign a ringtone to the current entry.
• All calls to voicemail: forwards all incoming calls from this entry to your
voicemail.
Marking a Contact as Default
When you use applications such as the Voice Dialer or other
messaging type applications, the application needs to know which
information is primary (default) in a contact entry list. For example,
when you say “Call John Smith”, if you have three phone records for
John Smith, the Voice dialer is looking for the “default” number or
entry.
The Set default option marks one entry in a contact record to use as
the default. This comes in handy when you have multiple entries for
the same person.
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Tap a Contact entry.
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3. Touch and hold a number and tap Set default. The deafult
checkmark appears next to the category type under the phone
number on the left.
Note: If there are multiple phone numbers assigned to an entry,
assigning one as the default will automatically dial that number
when the contact is selected for dialing.
Copying Contact Information
Importing Contact Information to the SIM Card
The default storage location for saving phone numbers to your
Contacts list is your phone’s built-in memory. This procedure allows
you to import numbers saved on the SIM card.
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. From the Contacts List, press
and then tap
Import/export
➔
Import from SIM card.
3. Select an account to import these contacts to.
Copying Contact Information to the microSD Card
Note: These must be contacts stored on the phone, Google, or
Exchange.
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. From the Contacts List, press
and then tap
Import/export
➔
Export to storage.
3. Tap OK to choose all current phone contact entries.
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Synchronizing Contacts
Syncing data from your managed accounts allows you to add and
manage a new or existing contact from your online or remote accounts
to your phone. Prior to syncing, you must first have an active Google
or Microsoft Exchange account with current Contact entries, and be
signed into your account via the phone.
With syncing, any Contacts entries (with phone numbers, email
addresses, pictures, etc.) are updated and synced with your phone.
For more information about syncing existing managed accounts, see
“Accounts and Synchronization” on page 214
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
& sync
.
2. Locate the email account containing the contacts you wish to
synchronize.
3. Tap
within the adjacent account field to reveal the
account’s synchronization settings screen.
4. To synchronize Contacts, tap Sync Contacts. A blue checkmark
indicates the feature is enabled.
Note: The process of updating your Contacts tab can take several
minutes. If after 10-20 minutes, your list has not been updated,
repeat step 2-3.
5. Your People tab then reflects any updated Contact information.
Note: Syncing of contacts requires you are logged into your Gmail and
Corporate accounts via the device.
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Display Options
The Display options menu allows you to allows you to choose which
contacts to display. You can also choose to display only contacts that
have phone numbers.
Note: Once a display filter has been selected, only those Contact
entries are shown until the All contacts option is re-selected.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Press and then tap Contacts to display. Select any of the
following to filter according to the selection:
.
• All contacts allows you to display all available Contacts.
• Customize allows you to enable which account categories are
displayed. For example, on Google contacts, you can filter which
Contact categories are shown (Friends, Family, etc..)
Note: The Google and Microsoft Exchange account options appear
once they are added to your phone.
• Google lists those Contacts currently found within the Google account.
• Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync lists those Contacts currently found
within the Exchange account.
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Adding more Contacts via Accounts and
Sync
When you synchronize applications such as a corporate email
account, Email, or Google, using the Accounts and sync option
synchronizes the data from the selected account type with your
Contacts list.
1. Press
sync
➔
and then tap System settings
.
➔
Accounts &
➔
ADD ACCOUNT
2. Determine which type of account information you want to
synchronize with your Contact list.
3. Tap an account type to add.
4. Follow the prompts. The selected account type synchronizes
with your Contacts list.
5. After synchronizing accounts you may want to link contact
information.
To resync Social Network Contacts:
1. Press
sync.
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts &
2. Tap
within the adjacent SNS account field to reveal the
account’s synchronization settings screen.
3. Press and tap Sync now
.
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Additional Contact Options
Sending an Email to a Contact
Note: Contacts must contain and email account and address before
you can use the Send email feature.
1. From the Home screen, tap
and select an entry.
2. Locate the Email area of the entry and tap their email address.
3. Select the email account to be used (ex: Gmail or Email).
Note: The select contact must have an email as part of their details
screen.
4. Compose the email and tap Send
.
Export/Import
For more information, refer to “Copying Contact Information” on
page 93.
Contact List Settings
From this menu you can view your Contact list’s sorting and display
options.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Press and then tap Settings. Configure any of the following
options:
• Sort list by defines how the current list of Contacts are sorted:
Given name or Family name
.
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• View contact names as defines how the current list of Contacts are
listed: GIven name first (ex: Steve Smith) or Family name first (Smith,
Steve).
The Favorites Tab
The Favorites tab is a list of the phone numbers that have been
designated as favorite contacts.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Tap Favorites tab).
.
(
Adding a contact to your favorites list:
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. From the Contacts list, tap an entry.
3. Tap the upper right Add to favorites) to add the Contact
entry you wish to assign as favorites.
(
The Groups Tab
This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a call
group. This group can be one of the already present groups
(Coworkers, Family, or Friends) or a user-created group.
Creating a New Caller Group
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Groups tab).
2. Tap Create new group).
(
3. Select an account type (ex: Google or Corporate).
4. Tap the Group’s name field and use the on-screen keypad to
enter a new group name.
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5. Tap the Type person’s name field and enter a name for the first
member and select members to be associated with this group.
Repeat this process to add more members from your current list
of available Contacts.
6. Tap
(DONE) to store the newly created group.
Note: Some externally maintained group types (such as Google) can
only be managed or updated remotely online vs via the device.
These external types will not allow editing or deleting members
locally via the phone.
Adding an Existing Entry to a Current Caller Group
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Groups tab).
2. Tap a group entry.
3. Press
and then tap Edit.
4. Tap the Type person’s name field and enter a name for the first
member and select members to be associated with this group.
Repeat this process to add more members from your current list
of available Contacts.
5. Tap
(DONE) to store the selected contacts to the group.
Removing an Entry From a Caller Group
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Groups tab).
2. Tap a group entry.
3. Press
4. Tap
group.
and then tap Edit
.
X
alongside the contacts you want to remove from this
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5. Tap
(DONE).The contacts are removed from the group.
Editing a Caller Group
To edit a Group entry, there must be at least one member as part of
the selected group.
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Groups tab).
2. Tap a group entry.
3. Press
and then tap Edit.
4. Make modifications to the Group name field. For more
information, refer to “Creating a New Caller Group” on page 98.
5. Tap
(DONE).
Deleting a Caller Group
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Tap a group entry.
➔
(Groups tab).
3. Press
and then tap Delete
➔
OK.
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Section 7: Messages
This section describes how to send or receive different types of
messages. It also explains the features and functionality associated
with messaging.
Types of Messages
Your phone provides the following message types:
•
•
•
•
•
Text Messages
Multimedia (Picture, Video, and Audio) Messages
Email and Gmail Messages
Google+
Messenger
The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text
messages to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To
use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s
message service.
The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive
multimedia messages (such as picture, video, and audio messages)
to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this
feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s
multimedia message service.
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Message Icons on the Status Bar
Icons are displayed on the Status Bar at the top of the display when
new messages are received. For more information, refer to “Status
Bar” on page 20.
Important! During the creation of a text message, adding an image,
sound file, or video clip automatically changes it from a text
message (SMS) to a multimedia message (MMS).
Note: The Messaging application can also be accessed by pressing
and then tapping
(Apps) >
(Messaging).
Creating and Sending Messages
1. From the Home screen, tap
Compose).
(Messaging) ➔
(
2. Tap the To field to manually enter a recipient.
Note: Delete any unnecessary members by tapping their
name/number in the recipient area and selecting
(Delete).
3. Tap the Type message field and use the on-screen keypad to
enter a message. For more information, refer to “Text Input
Methods” on page 72.
4. Review your message and tap
(Send). If you have more
than one recipient, the same text message is sent to all
recipients in the Enter Recipients field.
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Note: If you exit a message before you send it, it will be automatically
saved as a draft.
Message Options
Options before composing a message
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Messaging).
2. Tap
(Search).
• Search: allows you to search through all of your messages for a
certain word or string of words. Use the on-screen keypad to enter a
word or phrase in which to search, then tap
information, refer to “Message Search” on page 109.
– or –
Before composing a message, press
. For more
from the main
Messaging screen to display additional messaging options:
• Settings: allows you to access Messaging settings. For more
information, refer to “Messaging Settings” on page 109.
• Delete all threads: allows you to delete all current text message
threads that appera in the main Messaging screen list. Tap Delete to
complete the process. For more information, refer to “Deleting
Messages” on page 108.
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Options while composing a message
1. From the Home screen, tap Messaging).
to display additional
(
2. From within an open message, press
messaging options:
• Add subject: allows you to enter a subject.
• Insert smiley: allows you to add insert smiley icons images
(emoticons).
• Delete thread: allows you to erase a message thread.
• Add to People: allows you to add a new recipient as a new Contacts
entry within the People app.
• Settings: allows you to access Messaging settings. For more
information, refer to “Messaging Settings” on page 109.
Adding attachments to a message
To add an attachment to your message, tap
(Attach) and select
one of the following options:
•
•
Pictures: allows you to tap an existing image from your Pictures list to add it
to your message.
Capture picture: allows you to temporarily exit the message, take a photo
with phone’s camera, and then add it to your message by tapping
(
OK
Videos: allows you to choose an existing video from the Videos list, then
add it to your message
).
•
•
.
Capture video: allows you to temporarily exit the message, record a
video clip using the phone’s camera, and then add it to your message
by tapping
(OK).
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•
•
•
Audio: allows you to choose an existing audio file from the Audio list,
then add it to your message by tapping the circle to the right of the audio
so that it turns blue, then tapping OK
.
Record audio: allows you to temporarily exit the message and record an
audio clip using the phone’s microphone. After recording the new audio, tap
Done to attach the file to the message.
Slideshow: allows you to attach a slideshow of compiled images.
Viewing Newly Received Messages
When you receive a message, your phone notifies you by displaying
within the Notification area at the top left of your Home screen.
To read a message:
1. Open the Notification Bar and select the message. For more
information, refer to “Notification Bar” on page 25.
– or –
From the Home screen, tap
then tap the new message to
view its contents. The selected message displays on the
screen.
2. Tap
to play a multimedia message.
•
To pause playback of the multimedia message, tap
.
3. In a single motion, touch and scroll up or down the page to scroll
through the message (if additional pages were added).
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Message Threads
Sent and received text and picture messages are grouped into
message threads. Threaded messages allow you to see all the
messages exchanged (similar to a chat program) and displays a
contact on the screen.
Message threads are listed in the order in which they were received,
with the latest message displayed at the top.
To reply to a text message:
1. From the Home screen, tap
My Text Make Call
Attach
.
2. While the message is open,
tap the Type message field
and then type your reply
message.
3. Compose your reply.
Your texts are on the right and
your caller’s replies are on the
left of the screen.
4. Tap
your reply.
(
Send) to deliver
– or –
Press
and then select
one of the available message Reply Bubble
options (page 104).
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To access additional Bubble options:
ꢀ
Touch and hold the message bubble within an active message
conversation to display the following options:
• Copy text: copies the currently selected message bubble from the
thread.
• Forward: allows you to forward the currently selected message bubble
to an external recipient.
• Save attachment: stores the currently selected file to a designated
storage location.
• Lock/Unlock: locks or unlocks the currently selected message bubble
from being accidentally deleted.
• View details: displays details for the currently selected message
bubble.
• Delete: deletes the currently selected message bubble from the
thread.
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Deleting Messages
Deleting a single message thread
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Tap a message from the Messages list.
3. Press and then tap Delete thread
.
4. At the prompt, tap Delete the current message thread or Cancel
to end the process.
Deleting multiple message threads
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Touch and hold a message from the Messages list until it turns
blue.
3. Tap additional messages to select them for deletion.
4. Tap
(Delete threads) at the bottom of the screen to delete
the selected message threads.
Note: An alternate method of deleting all message threads is to press
and then select Delete all threads
.
5. At the prompt, tap Delete to erase or Cancel to exit.
Deleting a single message bubble
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Open a message to reveal the message string.
3. Touch and hold a message bubble, then select Delete
4. At the prompt, tap Delete to erase or Cancel to exit.
.
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Deleting multiple message bubbles
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Open a message to reveal the message string.
3. Press and then tap Delete thread
.
.
4. Tap Delete to erase all bubbles or Cancel to exit.
Message Search
You can search through your messages by using the Message Search
feature.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Tap Search from the bottom of the screen.
3. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter a word or phrase in which
to search, then tap
.
(
.
4. All messages that contain the entered search string display.
Messaging Settings
To configure the settings for text messages and multimedia messages:
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Press and then tap Settings
.
.
The following Messaging settings are available:
Storage settings
• Delete old messages: deletes old messages when the limit is reached,
rather than overwriting them.
• Text message limit: allows you to set a limit on how many text
messages are allowed in one conversation.
• Multimedia message limit: allows you to set a limit on how many
multimedia messages are allowed in one conversation.
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Text (SMS) settings
• Delivery reports: request a delivery report for each message you send.
• Manage SIM card messages: allows you to manage the messages
stored on the SIM card.
Multimedia (MMS) settings
• Delivery reports: request a delivery report for each message you send.
• Read reports: request a read report for each message you send.
• Auto-retrieve: allows the message system to automatically retrieve
messages.
• Roaming auto-retrieve: allows the message system to automatically
retrieve while roaming.
Notifications settings
• Notifications: allows you to see message notifications on your status
bar.
• Choose ringtone: allows you to set the ringtone for your message
notifications.
• Vibrate: allows you to configure the vibration mode associated with
message alerts. Choose from: Always, Only when silent, or Never.
Email
Email (or Internet Email) enables you to review and create email using
several email services. You can also receive text message alerts
when you receive an important email. Your phone’s Email application
lets you access and manage multiple email accounts simultaneously
in one convenient location.
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There are currently three main types of email accounts on your phone:
Gmail, Internet-based email (Gmail, Yahoo, etc..), and Microsoft
Exchange (Corporate email or Outlook®).
To send and receive email messages through an ISP (Internet Service
Provider) account, or if you wish to use your device to access your
corporate email through a VPN (Virtual Private Network), you will first
need to set up an IMAP or POP account.
•
POP3 (Post Office Protocol) - This protocol is supported by most ISPs
(Internet service providers) and common among consumer applications.
POP3 is the current standard.
•
•
IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) - This protocol is frequently used
in large networks and commercial settings. IMAP4 is the current standard.
Exchange - This protocol is frequently used with a large corporate email
server system and provides access to email, contact, and calendar
synchronization.
Creating an Internet Email Account
1. From the Home screen, tap Applications) ➔
Email).
2. If you already have other email account setup:
Open an existing email account, press and then tap Settings
ADD ACCOUNT
– or –
(
(
•
➔
.
Enter your Email address and Password information.
• Email address: your Internet email address.
• Password: typically your network access password
(case-sensitive).
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3. Tap Manual setup to configure your connection settings manually
(POP3 or IMAP). Follow the on-screen prompts and enter the
information specific to your email provider.
– or –
Tap Next
.
4. At the Account settings screen, select the frequency which the
device should check for new email on the server.
•
•
•
Tap Send email from this account by default to set this new account
as the default for all new outgoing email.
Tap the Notify me when email arrives field to receive new email
notifications.
Select additional available options.
5. At the Account setup screen, name the account and enter a
screen name to identify yourself on this account.
•
The unique account name is used to differentiate this account from
other email accounts accessed by your device.
6. Tap Next to store the new account.
Messages for this account display on the Inbox tab. You can also view
Personal information for this account, Receipts (if you setup the
account to return receipts), Travel information, and more (if available).
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Deleting an Internet Email Account
1. From the Home screen, tap Applications) ➔
Email).
2. Press
3. Scroll to the bottom of the settings page and select Remove
account OK
(
(
and then tap Settings
➔
[email account].
➔
.
Opening an Email
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. Tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the complete
email account list page.
3. Select an email account and tap an email message.
Refreshing Email messages
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. Select an email account.
•
If you are already in an email account, tap the account name field
(upper-right) to open the complete email account list page.
Select an available email account.
•
3. Tap
(Refresh) from the bottom of the screen.
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Composing Email
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. Tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the complete
email account list page.
3. Tap
(Compose).
4. Enter the recipient’s email address in the To field.
•
If you are sending the email message to several recipients, separate
the email addresses with a comma. You can add as many message
recipients as you want.
5. Press
and then tap Add Cc/Bcc to add additional carbon
copy recipients.
•
•
Use the Cc field to carbon copy additional recipients.
Use the Bcc field to blind copy additional recipients.
6. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject.
7. Tap the email text field and compose your email message.
•
To add an attachment (such as image, video, audio, etc..),
press
and then tap Attach file and make a category selection.
–
–
Tap the file you wish to attach.
Tap
X
to delete the attached file.
8. Once complete, tap
(Send).
Configuring Email Settings
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Select an account.
➔
➔
(Email).
3. Press
and then tap Settings
<account>.
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4. Alter any of the following settings:
• Account name: displays your uniquely created account display name.
• Your name: displays the name used in the From field of your outgoing
email messages.
• Signature: Lets you create an email signature for your outgoing email
messages.
• Quick response: Lets you edit the text that you frequently insert when
composing emails.
• Default account: Assign this account as the default email account
used for outgoing messages.
• Inbox check frequency: Adjusts the time interval used by your device
to check your email account for new email messages.
• Download attachments: Allows you to download email attachments
directly when a Wi-Fi connection is available and your device is
connected.
• Email notifications: Activates the email notification icon to appear
within the Notifications area of the status bar when a new email
(Gmail, etc..) is received.
• Choose ringtone: Plays a selected ringtone when a new email
message is received.
• Vibrate: Activates a vibration when a new email message is received.
• Incoming settings: Lets you specify incoming email settings, such as
User Name, Password, IMAP server, Port, Security type, and IMAP
path prefix.
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• Outgoing settings: Lets you specify outgoing email settings, such as
SMTP server, Security type, Port, Require sign-in, User name, or
Password.
• Remove account: Lets you remove the currently selected account.
Microsoft Exchange Email (Outlook)
Your phone also provides access to your company’s Outlook
Exchange server. If your company uses either Microsoft Exchange
Server 2003 or 2007, you can use this email application to wirelessly
synchronize your email, Contacts, and Calendar information directly
with your company’s Exchange server.
Setting Up a Microsoft Exchange Email account
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. If you already have other email account setup:
Open an existing email account, press and then tap Settings
ADD ACCOUNT
– or –
•
➔
.
Enter your Email address and Password information.
• Email address: your Outlook work email address.
• Password: typically your network access password (case-sensitive).
Note: If selected, the Manual setup button changes to read Microsoft
Exchange ActiveSync. If activated, skip to step 6.
3. Tap Next. Consult your Network or IT Administrator for further
details and support.
4. Tap Exchange (from the add new email account screen).
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Note: If prompted with an on-screen notification that the connection that
the “Setup could not finish”, tap Edit details to continue with a
manual update of necessary information.
5. When prompted to provide additional detailed information within
the Exchange server settings screen, enter an updated Domain
,
and confirm your user name and Password information.
Important! Remember to manually place the cursor in the correct spot
and enter a Domain name before the “[Domain]\[user name]
”
entry. Most servers only provide a username.
6. Update or re-enter your Exchange server information within the
appropriate field. This field can often be populated with incorrect
or out of date information provided by your server.
• Exchange Server: your exchange server remote email address.
Typically starts with mail.XXX.com. Obtain this information from your
company network administrator.
Important! Do not accept the default entry as this is a guess based on
returned information.
•
If your network requires SSL encryption, tap the Use secure
connection (SSL) field to place a check mark in the box and activate
this additional level. Most often, this option should be enabled.
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•
If your network requires that you accept SSL certificates, tap the
Accept all SSL certificates field to place a check mark in the box and
activate this additional level. Most often, this option is not required.
Confirm this information with your IT Administrator.
Important! If your exchange server requires this feature, leaving this
field unchecked can prevent connection.
7. With the new server information entered, tap Next
.
8. If prompted, read the on-screen Activation disclaimer and, when
prompted, tap OK. The device then verifies your incoming server
settings.
9. If prompted, read the Remote security administration information
and tap OK to accept the service and continue.
10. Tap Send email from this account by default, to make this your
default email account for outbound emails.
11. Adjust the various on-screen Account settings configuration
fields and tap Next. It may take a few seconds for the next
screen to load.
12. If prompted, read the Activate device administrator? screen and
tap Activate to complete the email setup process.
Note: This process can take a few minutes. If the previous setup screen
re-appears, ignore it and do not alter any fields during this
process.
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13. Identify your new work email account with a unique name
(Ex: Work), then tap Next
.
Opening an Exchange Email
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. Tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the complete
email account list page.
3. Select an exchange email account and tap an email message.
Refreshing Exchange Email
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. Select an Exchange email account.
3. Tap Refresh) from the bottom of the screen.
(
Composing Exchange Email
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Email).
2. Tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the complete
email account list page.
3. Select an exchange email account.
4. Tap
(Compose).
5. Enter the recipient’s email address in the To field.
•
If you are sending the email message to several recipients, separate
the email addresses with a comma. You can add as many message
recipients as you want.
6. Press
and then tap Add Cc/Bcc to add additional carbon
copy recipients.
•
•
Use the Cc field to carbon copy additional recipients.
Use the Bcc field to blind copy additional recipients.
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7. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject.
8. Tap the email text field and compose your email message.
•
To add an attachment (such as image, video, audio, etc..),
press
and then tap Attach file and make a category selection.
–
–
Tap the file you wish to attach.
Tap
X
to delete the attached file.
9. Once complete, tap
Deleting an Exchange Email Message
Touch and hold an email (from your inbox list) and tap
Delete) from the on-screen context menu.
(Send).
ꢀ
(
– or –
With the email message displayed, tap
(
Delete).
Configuring Microsoft Exchange Email Settings
1. Press
& sync.
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
2. Tap
adjacent to the Microsoft Exchange account field to
reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen.
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3. Toggle any of the available fields to force the device to manually
resync the parameter.
– or –
From the current Email inbox listing, press
and then tap
Settings <Exchange email account> and specify the email
➔
settings you wish to synchronize:
• Account name: displays the name used by the device to track the
account.
• Your name: displays the name used in the From field of your outgoing
email messages.
• Signature: Lets you create an email signature for your outgoing email
messages.
• Quick response: Lets you edit the text that you frequently insert when
composing emails.
• Default account: Assign this account as the default email account
used for outgoing messages.
• Inbox check frequency: Adjusts the time interval used by your device
to check your email account for new email messages.
• Days to sync: to assign the sync range for your incoming and outgoing
email messages between your phone and your external exchange
server. How many days worth of email messages should the phone
and server synchronize.
• Sync email: synchronizes emails between your device and the remote
exchange server.
• Sync contacts: synchronizes the contacts between your device and
the remote exchange server.
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• Sync Calendar: synchronizes your exchange calendar entries
between your device and the remote exchange server.
• Download attachments: Allows you to download email attachments
directly when a Wi-Fi connection is available and your device is
connected.
• Email notifications: enables the phone to display a status bar icon
when new email messages have been received.
• Choose ringtones: plays a selected ringtone when a new email
message is received.
• Vibrate: activates a vibration when a new email message is received.
• Incoming settings: Lets you specify incoming email settings, such as
Domain, User Name, Password, Server and SSL.
• Remove account: Lets you remove the currently selected account.
4. Press
to return to the previous page.
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Using Gmail
Google Mail (Gmail) is Google’s web-based email. When you first
setup the phone, Gmail is configured. Depending on the
synchronization settings, Gmail is automatically synchronized with
your Gmail account.
Signing into Gmail
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Gmail).
Note: You must sign in to your Gmail account in order to access
features such as Google Mail and Android Market.
2. Tap New if you do not have a Google account.
– or –
Tap Existing if you have a Google account.
The Inbox loads conversations and email.
Opening Gmail
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Gmail).
2. Tap an existing email message.
Refreshing Gmail
ꢀ
From within the Gmail message list, tap
(Refresh) at the
bottom of the screen to refresh the screen, send and receive
new emails, and synchronize your email with the Gmail account.
Other Gmail Options
1. From the main Gmail screen, tap
(Labels) at the bottom of
the screen to set up and manage Labels for your Gmail
messages.
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2. From the main Gmail screen, tap
(Search) at the bottom of
the screen to search through your Gmail messages.
3. Tap
(Add star/Remove star) to mark or unmark
conversations with a yellow star. Starred conversations are
listed in the Starred folder.
Composing a Gmail Message
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(
Gmail).
2. From the Gmail Inbox, tap
(Compose) at the bottom of
the screen to create a new message.
3. Enter the recipients Email address in the To field.
Tip: Separate multiple recipient email addresses with a comma.
4. Press
and select Add Cc/Bcc to add a carbon or blind copy.
5. Enter the subject of this message in the Subject field.
6. Tap the Compose email field and begin composing your
message.
7. Once complete, tap
(Send).
Viewing a Gmail Message
1. From the Gmail Inbox, tap a message to view the following
options located at the bottom of the screen:
• Archive
• Delete
• Labels
: archives the selected Email.
: deletes the currently selected Email.
: assigns a label to the current Email.
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• Mark as Unread
: tags the current message as unread and
returns you to the Google Mail Inbox.
• Newer: swiping to the right displays newer Emails.
• Older: swiping to the left displays older Emails.
2. Press
to select one of the following additional options:
• Mark important/not important: allows you to set the importance of
a message.
• Mute: allows you to mute the sound in a message if applicable.
• Report spam: allows you to report a message as spam. Tap the
UNDO option if you change your mind.
• Settings: allows you to configure the General, or account settings.
• Help: launches the browser and displays Google Mobile Help
information.
• Send feedback: sends feedback to Google.
Creating an Additional Gmail Account
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Gmail).
2. If you already have other email account setup:
•
Tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the complete email
account list page.
3. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
ADD ACCOUNT and follow
the same steps as referenced in the previous section. For more
information, refer to “Signing into Gmail” on page 123.
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Google Talk
Google Talk™ is a free Windows and web-based application for
instant messaging offered by Google. Conversation logs are
automatically saved to a Chats area in your Gmail account. This
allows you to search a chat log and store them in your Gmail
accounts.
Note: Before using this application, you must first have an active Gmail
account available and be currently logged in.
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Talk).
Note: If you are not already logged into Google, refer to the instructions
for signing in on page 123.
2. Begin using Google Talk.
Note: The Network confirms your login and processes. This could take
up to 5 minutes to complete.
Google +
Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier.
You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream to get updates from
your Circles, use Messenger for fast messaging with everyone in your
Circles, or use Instant Upload to automatically upload videos and
photos to your own private album on Google+.
1. Sign on to your Google account. For more information, refer to
“Creating a New Google Account” on page 9.
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2. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Google+).
3. Select the account you want to use to sign in to Google+.
– or –
Tap Add account to create another account.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to use Google+.
Messenger
Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into a simple
group conversation. When you get a new conversation in Messenger,
Google+ sends an update to your phone.
1. Sign on to your Google account. For more information, refer to
“Creating a New Google Account” on page 9.
2. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Messenger).
– or –
From the Google+ application, select Messenger
.
3. Select the account you want to use to sign in to Google+.
– or –
Tap Add account to create another account.
4. When prompted, configure the Sync contacts parameter (Sync
contacts or Don’t sync) and tap NEXT
5. When prompted, configure the Instant Upload parameters as
desired and tap DONE
6. Follow any on-screen setup instructions.
.
.
7. At the Messenger screen, tap
to start a new message.
8. In the upper text field, enter a name, email address, or circle.
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9. In the bottom message field, enter a message then tap
.
10. From the Messenger screen, tap Learn more for more detailed
information.
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Section 8: Multimedia
This section explains how to use the multimedia features of your
phone, including the Camera/Camcorder, Music Player, and how to
manage your photos, images and sounds.
You can take photographs and shoot video by using the built-in
camera functionality. Your camera produces photos in JPEG format.
Important! 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.
Note: A microSD card is no longer needed to take pictures or shoot
video since there is already 2.7GB of available on-board storage.
Assigning the Default Storage Location
Important! Too many users can overlook this location until something
goes wrong. It is recommended that you verify this location
or change it before initiating the use of the camera or
camcorder features.
1. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Camera).
2. From the viewfinder screen, tap
(Settings) ➔
(Settings).
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3. Locate the Storage field and Tap the < > icons current to change
the desired default storage location (Phone or MMC [Multi
Media Card]) for newly taken pictures or videos. Choose from:
Phone or MMC
.
Note: It is recommended that you set the option to MMC which
corresponds to a microSD card.
4. Press
to return to the Home screen.
Using the Camera
Taking Photos
Taking pictures with your device’s built-in camera is as simple as
choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then tapping
key).
(Camera
Note: When taking a photo in direct sunlight or in bright conditions,
shadows may appear on the photo.
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Camera).
2. Using the device’s main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust
the image by aiming the camera at the subject.
Note: Use the on-screen slider to zoom in or out.
3. If desired, before taking the photo, tap
(Settings) to
access various camera options and settings.
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4. Tap
(Camera key) until the shutter sounds. (The picture is
automatically stored within your designated storage location
(page 129). If no microSD is installed, all pictures are stored on
the Phone.) For more information, refer to “Camera Options” on
page 131.
Camera Options
Options are represented by icons across the side of the screen once
the settings are activated. The following shortcuts are available for the
camera:
Note: The options disappear after a few seconds.
Settings: provides access to the Camera setting
options.
Back: returns you to the main Camera screen.
White Balance: allows you to set this option to
one of the following choices: Auto, Incandescent,
Daylight, Fluorescent, or Cloudy.
A
W
Exposure: allows you to adjust the brightness level by
moving the slider.
Scene mode: allows you to set the Scene to help
take the best pictures possible. Options include
Auto, Night, Sunset, and Party.
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Camera settings:
Storage location: allows you to activate new
image storage on a designated location. New
images default to Phone.
Picturesize:tap
<
or>tochangetheimagesizetoeither:
3M Pixels, 2M Pixels, or VGA.
Storage: allows you to configure the default
storage location for images or videos as either
Phone or MMC (Memory card if inserted).
Restore defaults: allows you to reset all camera or
camcorder settings to the default values.
Camera key: takes a photo when pressed in
Camera mode.
Image viewer: allows you to access the Image
viewer and the various viewing options for a
selected picture. The last picture you took, will
be displayed as a thumbnail in the Image
viewer icon.
Camera / Camcorder Mode: allows you to take a
photo in various modes. Once you change the
mode, the corresponding indicator appears at
the corner of the display. Tap the button and
select either Camera or Camcorder.
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Storage location: indicates the current storage
location (Phone or MMC).
Pictures and Videos Image Viewer Options
After you take a photo or record a video, you can access various
options.
Photo options
ꢀ
Upon opening the image viewer you can select from several
options along the bottom. Choose from: Bluetooth, Picasa,
Messaging, Google+, Email, Gmail, or More.
• More: provides additional options. For more information, refer to
“Camera Image Options” on page 134.
– or –
Tap the image and press
to choose from: Delete,
Slideshow, Edit, Rotate left, Rotate right, Crop, Details,
Set picture as, or Show on map.
Video options
ꢀ
Upon opening the image viewer you can select from several
options along the bottom. Choose from: Bluetooth, Messaging,
Google+, YouTube, Email, Gmail, or More.
– or –
– Tap the video and press
to choose from: Delete or Details.
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Camera Image Options
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(
Gallery).
2. Select a folder location and tap a file to open it in the Image
viewer. Touch and drag a picture to the left to see the next
picture or to the right to see the previous picture.
3. Tap the on-screen image and use either of the following image
menu options:
•
(
Share via): allows you to share a picture using Bluetooth,
Picasa, Messaging, Google+, Email, or Gmail.
– or –
Tap the image and press
to choose from: Delete,
Slideshow, Edit, Rotate left, Rotate right, Crop, Details,
Set picture as, or Show on map.
–
–
–
–
Delete: allows you to erase the current image.
Slideshow: adds the selected photo to a custom slideshow.
Edit: launches the photo editor application.
Rotate left: allows you to rotate the view of the current image in a
counterclockwise direction.
–
–
Rotate right: allows you to rotate the view of the current image in a
clockwise direction.
Crop: provides an on-screen box that allows you to crop the current
picture. Tap CROP to update the image with the new dimensions or tap
CANCEL to ignore any changes.
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–
Details: files details such as Title, Time, Width, Height, Orientation, File
size, Maker, Model, Focal Length, White balance, Aperture, Exposure
time, ISO, and Path.
–
–
Set picture as allows you to assign the current image as either a
Contact photo or Wallpaper.
Show on map allows you to a display the location which the image was
taken if the geotagging information is embedded within the image.
Assigning an Image as a Contact Photo
1. From the Home screen, tap Applications) ➔
Gallery).
2. Select a folder location and tap a file to open it.
3. With the image displayed, press and then tap Set picture as
Contact photo
4. Tap a contact to make a selection.
5. Crop the image and tap CROP
Assigning an Image as a Wallpaper
1. From the Home screen, tap Applications) ➔
Gallery).
2. Select a folder location and tap a file to open it.
(
(
➔
.
.
(
(
3. With the image displayed, press
and then tap Set picture as.
4. Select one of the two options:
• Wallpaper assigns the current image to both the Home and Lock
screen background. This image is spread across all available screens.
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5. Touch and drag the crop box anywhere on the picture. Touch
and drag the sides of the crop box to zoom in or out to create a
cropped area.
6. Tap CROP to assign the wallpaper image.
– or –
Tap CANCEL to stop without updating the wallpaper image.
Editing a Photo
You can edit your photos using the built-in photo editor application on
your phone.
Using the Camcorder
In addition to taking photos, the camera also doubles as a camcorder
that also allows you to record, view, and send high definition videos.
Note: To ensure the Camcorder can record the video, use an SDHC
memory card.
Shooting Video
Tip: When shooting video in direct sunlight or in bright conditions, it is
recommended that you provide your subject with sufficient light by
having the light source behind you.
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Camera) to activate the
camera mode.
2. Tap the Camera mode button to activate Camcorder Mode
.
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3. Using the device’s main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust
the image by aiming the camcorder at the subject.
4. Tap the Video key (
will blink while recording.
5. Tap the Video key (
) to begin shooting video. The red light
) again to stop the recording and save
the video file to your Camera folder.
6. Once the file has been saved, tap the image viewer, then tap
to play your video for review.
7. Press
to return to the viewer.
Note: Zooming is not supported while recording Full HD video. Adjust to
a lower resolution to regain this functionality.
Camcorder Options
You can change options using your keypad in capture mode. The
following short cuts are available:
Settings: provides access to the Camcorder setting
options.
Back: returns you to the main screen.
White Balance: allows you to set this option to
one of the following choices: Auto, Incandescent,
Daylight, Fluorescent, or Cloudy.
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Video quality: allows you to adjust the quality
of the recorded video. Choose from: 640x480,
352x288, 320x240, or 176x144.
VGA
Camcorder settings:
Storage: allows you to configure the default
storage location for images or videos as either
Phone or MMC (Memory card if inserted).
Restore defaults: allows you to reset all camera or
camcorder settings to the default values.
Image viewer: allows you to access the Image
viewer and the various viewing options for a
selected video. Image viewer options are
described in the following section. The last video
you took, will be displayed as a thumbnail in the
Image viewer icon.
Camcorder button: shoots or stops video recording
when pressed in Camcorder mode.
Camera / Camcorder Mode: allows you to shoot
a video. Once you change the mode, the
corresponding indicator appears at the corner
of the display. Tap the button and select either
Camera or Camcorder.
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Accessing Videos
When you shoot a video, the file is saved in the Camera folder. You
can view your videos immediately or view them anytime in the
Camera folder.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Gallery).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Select a folder location and tap a video icon.
3. Tap the play icon.
– or –
Touch and hold the video icon from the main Gallery to select
the video (blue border), and select the following video menu
context options:
•
Send via: allows you to share a video using Bluetooth,
Messaging, Google+, YouTube, Email, or Gmail.
•
: allows you to delete chosen/selected video or view Details.
–
If you have chosen to Delete the video, select Delete
➔
Delete.
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The Gallery
The Gallery is where you view photos and play back videos. For
photos, you can also perform basic editing tasks, view a slideshow,
set photos as wallpaper or caller image, and share as a picture
message.
Opening the Gallery
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(
Gallery).
Music
The Music application provides a music player that plays music and
other audio files that you copy from your computer.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Music).
(Applications) ➔
(
Note: Before opening the music library, the Music app searches your
device’s internal storage and microSD card for music and
playlists; this can take from a few seconds to several minutes,
depending on the amount of new music added since you last
opened the application.
2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen (Artists, Albums,
Songs and Playlists) to view the available music files.
3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin
playback.
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4. The following controls are available:
Tap to go back to the previous song.
Tap to resume playback.
Tap to pause playback.
Tap to advance to the next song.
Lists the songs in the current playlist.
Tap to turn Shuffle mode on and off
Tap to repeat the current song, repeat all songs, or
disable repeat mode.
Music Player Options
To access additional options, follow these steps:
1. While in the Music player, press
2. The follow options are available:
• Library: opens the music library screen.
.
• Party shuffle: activates Party shuffle, which creates a shuffled playlist of
all available songs.
• Add to playlist: add the currently playing song to a selected playlist.
•
Use as ringtone: set the currently playing song as the phone ringtone.
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•
•
Delete: permanently delete the current song from storage.
Sound effects: lets you turn on the sound Equalizer and adjust the
settings.Tap the slider to turn on, tap the drop-down box to select a
preset setting or drag the adjustment sliders.
Using Playlists
Playlists are used to assign songs to a list of preferred media which
can then be grouped into a list for later playback. These Playlists can
be created via either the handset’s Music player options menu or from
within a 3rd party music application (such as Windows Media Player)
and then downloaded to the handset.
Create a Playlist
1. While in the Music player, press
.
2. Tap Add to playlist New
➔
.
3. Type a name for this playlist in the field and tap Save
.
Add Music to a Playlist
To add files to a playlist:
1. From the Home screen, tap
Music).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen (Artists, Albums,
Songs or Playlists) to view the available music files.
3. Touch and hold a song and tap Add to playlist.
4. Tap a playlist. The song is added to the playlist.
Note: You can also add the currently playing song to a playlist by
pressing
and tapping Add to playlist
.
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Remove Music from a Playlist
To remove files from a playlist:
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(Music) ➔ Playlists ➔ a playlist.
2. Touch and hold a song and tap Remove from playlist.
Rename a Playlist
To rename a playlist:
1. From the Home screen, tap
Music) ➔ Playlists.
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Touch and hold a playlist name and tap Rename.
3. Edit the name as required.
4. Tap Save.
YouTube
YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and
share videos, and view them in MPEG-4 format.
1. From the Home screen, tap
YouTube).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. When the screen loads you can begin searching and viewing
posted videos.
3. Press
➔
Settings
➔
General
➔
High quality on mobile if
you prefer high quality output.
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Section 9: Applications and
Development
This section contains a description of each application that is available
in the Applications Menu, its function, and how to navigate through
that particular application. If the application is already described in
another section of this user manual, then a cross reference to that
particular section is provided.
Tip: To open applications quickly, add the icons of frequently-used
applications to one of the Home screens. For more information,
refer to “Customizing the Screens” on page 44.
You can also add an application icon as a Primary Shortcut that will
display on all Home screens. If you add an application as a primary
shortcut, the application icon will not be displayed in the
Applications menu. For more information, refer to “Adding and
Removing Primary Shortcuts” on page 44.
Applications
The Applications list provides quick access to all the available
applications on the device.
Browser
Open the browser to start surfing the Web. The browser is fully
optimized and comes with advanced functionality to enhance the
Internet browsing feature on your phone.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Browser).
(Applications) ➔
(
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For more information, refer to “Browser” on page 174.
Calculator
Using this feature allows you to use your device as a calculator. The
calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions; addition,
subtraction, multiplication, and division. You can also use this as a
scientific calculator.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Calculator).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Enter the operation for your calculation by tapping the Plus,
Minus, Multiplication, or Division key.
4. Enter the next number.
5. To view the result, tap the = (equals) key.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 as many times as required.
Note: Press
functions.
>
Advanced panel to reveal additional scientific
Calendar
With the Calendar feature, you can consult the calendar by day, week,
or month, create events, and set an alarm to act as a reminder.
Google Calendar is built into the phone and synchronizes both new
and existing entries between your phone and your online Google
account.
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Important! You should previously add an account (Facebook, Microsoft
Exchange ActiveSync, or Google) prior to using the
Calendar.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Calendar).
and select one of the following options:
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Press
• New event: creates a new Event.
• Refresh: updates the currently displayed entries.
• Search: allows you to search within current events.
• Calendars to display: allows you to select which available calendars
you wish to sync with.
• Settings: displays a list of configurable settings.
For more information, refer to “Synchronizing Contacts” on page 94.
To manually sync calendar events:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
& sync
.
2. Locate the email account containing the events you wish to
synchronize.
3. Tap
within the adjacent account field to reveal the
account’s synchronization settings screen.
4. Tap Sync Calendar to activate the synchronization of calendar
events between your device and the remote exchange server. A
blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.
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Creating a Calendar Event
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(Calendar).
2. From the Month tab, press
➔
New event
.
Calendar Settings
Using the Calendar settings you can select the day with which you
want the calendar to begin. You also select how you want to view the
calendar or determine how to manage events, notifications, sounds,
and defaults reminders.
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
.
2. Press Settings General settings.
➔
➔
3. Tap Hide declined events to activate this option. A check mark
indicates selection.
4. Tap Show week number to activate this option whereby the week
number appears alongside the entries (ex: 1-52 weeks).
5. Tap Week starts on and select either Locale default, Saturday,
Sunday or Monday
.
6. Tap Use home time zone (to lock event time based on your
current user-selected time zone). Select a time zone from within
the Home time zone field.
7. Tap Clear search history and to erase all previous search
records.
8. Tap Notifications to activate the notification of an upcoming
event.
9. Tap Choose ringtone to assign a ringtone to a calendar event
notification.
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10. Tap Vibrate to activate this notification option. Selections are:
Always Only when silent, or Never
,
.
11. Tap Pop-up notification to activate on-screen pop ups to notify
you of an upcoming event.
12. Tap Default reminder time and select a reminder time interval.
Camera
Use your 3.0 megapixel camera feature to produce photos in a JPEG
format. The Camcorder shoots High Definition video in an MP4 format.
Note: A microSD card is no longer necessary before you take pictures
or shoot video.
It is recommended that you confirm your default storage location
for images and videos.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Camera).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “Using the Camera” on page 130.
Chrome
The Google Chrome app allows you to use the Google Chrome web
browser on your phone.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Chrome).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Read the Google Chrome Terms of Service and tap Accept and
Continue.
3. If you have an existing Chrome account, tap Sign in to bring
your open tabs, bookmarks, and omnibox data from your
computer to your phone, otherwise tap No thanks.
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4. Follow the on-screen instructions to use Google Chrome.
Clock
Here you can set an Alarm event.
From the Home screen, tap
Clock).
ꢀ
(Applications) ➔
(
Setting an Alarm
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(Clock).
2. Tap Set alarm
➔
(
Add alarm).
3. Tap Turn alarm on to activate the alarm event.
4. Tap the Time field and use the arrow symbols to enter the hour,
and minutes, tap AM or PM and then choose Set
5. Tap the Repeat field and touch the number of times you want
this alarm to repeat. Selections are: Monday - Sunday
.
.
6. Tap the Ringtone field and select one of the available ringtones.
7. Tap the Vibrate field to activate an additional vibration to the
alarm event.
8. Tap the Label field and enter a name for this Alarm.
9. Tap OK to store the new alarm event.
Turning Off an Alarm
ꢀ
To stop an alarm when it sounds, tap Dismiss.
Setting the Snooze Feature
ꢀ
To activate the Snooze feature after an alarm sounds, tap
Snooze. This feature must first be set in the alarm settings.
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Downloads
Provides quick access to tabs containing a list of your current
downloaded files (Internet and Other).
1. From the Home screen, tap
Downloads).
2. Tap an available file.
(Applications) ➔
(
Email
Email enables you to review and create email using most email
services. The device alerts you when you receive an email message.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Email).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “Email” on page 110.
Gallery
The Gallery is where you view photos and play back videos. For
photos, you can also perform basic editing tasks, view a slideshow,
set photos as wallpaper or caller image, and share as a picture
message.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Gallery).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “The Gallery” on page 140.
Gmail
Google Mail (Gmail) is a web-based email service. Gmail is configured
when you first set up your phone. Depending on your synchronization
settings, Gmail can automatically synchronize with your Gmail
account on the web.
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ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Gmail).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “Using Gmail” on page 123.
Google +
Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier.
1. Sign on to your Google account. For more information, refer to
“Creating a New Google Account” on page 9.
2. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Google+).
For more information, refer to “Google +” on page 126.
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Latitude
Google Latitude allows you and your friends share locations and
status messages with each other. It also lets you send instant
messages and emails, make phone calls, and get directions to your
friends’ locations.
Important! You must sign in to your Google account, enable Wi-Fi
(or connect to Mobile network), and enable the Location
feature before you can use this application. For more
information, refer to “Wi-Fi settings” on page 194.
Note: Although you do not have to enable location services in order to
use Latitude, it is recommended for best accuracy.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Latitude).
(Applications) ➔
(
Important! For best results, it is recommended that you enable all of
your location services. For more information, refer to
“Location Services” on page 217.
2. If prompted for a valid network connection, navigate to the
Wi-Fi Settings menu where you can turn on Wi-Fi if it is not
already enabled. For more information, refer to “Wi-Fi” on
page 189.
3. If prompted with the Improve My Location screen, tap Settings to
configure the necessary settings or Skip to continue on without
making a change.
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4. Tap MAP VIEW to return to the main application.
Sharing your Location with Friends
1. From the map view, if not already displaying Latitude icon at the
top left, tap
➔
(Latitude) to display your Latitude
friends. At first, only your name is displayed.
2. From the bottom of the Latitude map screen, tap FRIENDS LIST
➔
(Add friends).
– or –
Tap
(Add friends).
3. Tap Select from Contacts or Add via email address
.
4. Tap a contact or enter an email address, then tap
Add friends
.
5. Tap Yes at the Send sharing requests prompt.
Your friend will receive an email or text message with your
location marked on a map. They will also receive instructions on
how to view your location from the web or use Latitude on their
phone or tablet provided it is available. Once they acknowledge
your request, their location will display on your tablet. They can
share their location from their computer, phone, or tablet. For
more information, go to
.
6. To view the map, tap MAP VIEW
.
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Latitude Options
From MAP VIEW, press
and select one of the
following:
• Clear Map: allows you to
remove all markings and
layers from the map.
• Make available offline: lets you
store up to six large metro areas
on your device for access when
you don't have a connection.
• Search: allows you to search
for a place of interest.
• Directions: displays navigation
directions to a location from a
starting point.
Latitude - MAPS VIEW
• Layers: allows you to switch map views:
–
Traffic: (available only in selected areas) Real-time traffic conditions are
displayed over roads as color-coded lines. Each color represents how
fast the traffic is moving.
–
Satellite: Maps uses the same satellite data as Google Earth. Satellite
images are not real-time. Google Earth acquires the best imagery
available, most of which is approximately one to three years old.
Terrain: combines a topographical view of the area’s terrain with the
current map location.
–
–
Transit Lines: displays the overlapping transit lines on your map.
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–
Latitude: allows you to see your friend's locations and share your
location with them.
–
–
–
My Maps: displays a list of your preferred maps.
Bicycling: displays the overlapping cycling trails on your map.
Wikipedia: displays any Wikipedia markers and info on your map.
• Settings: allows you to select the following additional options:
–
Display: allows you to set display options. Choose from: Zoom Buttons,
Scale Bar, or Bubble action.
–
Offline and cache: allows you to set options to pre-fetch map tiles
when not using Wi-Fi and to clear the cache that holds the map tiles.
Location settings: lets you access and configure the location settings.
Labs: this is a testing ground for experimental features that aren’t ready
for primetime. They may change, break or disappear at any time. Click
on a Lab to enable or disable it.
–
–
–
–
What’s New: launches the Play Store.
About: displays general information about Google maps such as
Version, Platform, Locale, Total data sent, Total data received, Free
memory, etc.
–
–
Feedback: allows you to provide application feedback.
Terms, Privacy & Notices: displays the Terms and Conditions, Privacy
Policy, o r Legal Notices information. Select the desired information from
the pop-up menu.
• Help: provides help information.
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Local
Local (formerly known as Google Places) displays company logos on
a layer of Google Maps. When viewing an area you can quickly locate
a business or person, find out more information about the business,
see coupons, public responses, and more.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Local).
Search) and then use the Search Maps field to
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Tap
(
manually enter a desired place or choose from among the
various categories. Matches are filtered by those closest to your
current location.
3. Locate and tap one of the listed places (Restaurants, Cafes,
Bars, Attractions, [user added searches], or IN THIS AREA) A
list of places within this category displays.
4. Tap the Maps icon to launch the related maps feature.
5. Press
and then tap Add a search. The functions adds
additional search shortcuts to the places screen.
•
The menu also provides access to the app’s Settings and Help
information.
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Maps
Google Maps allow you to track your current location, view real-time
traffic issues, and view detailed destination directions. There is also a
search tool included to help you locate places of interest or a specific
address. You can view locations on a vector or aerial map, or you can
view locations at the street level.
Important! Before using Google Maps you must have an active data or
Wi-Fi connection. The Maps application does not cover
every country or city.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Maps).
(Applications) ➔
(
Important! For best results, it is recommended that you enable all of
your location services. For more information, refer to
“Location Services” on page 217.
Enabling a Location source
Before you use Google Maps and find your location or search for
places of interest, you must enable a location source. To enable the
location source you must enable the wireless network, or enable the
GPS satellites.
Important! The more location determining functions are enabled, the
more accurate the determination will be of your position.
1. Press
services
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Location
.
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2. Tap Google’s location services allows apps to use data from
sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to provide a better
approximation of your current location.
3. Tap GPS satellites to enable the GPS satellite.
Tip: When using Google Maps you can turn on Location & Google
search. Enabling this feature allows you to locate places of interest
at the street-level. However, this also requires a clear view of the
sky and uses more battery power.
Opening Maps
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(
Maps).
2. Tap the upper-right My location button to find your location on
the map with a blinking blue dot.
3. Locate the bottom row of the buttons to access additional
options:
• Search: allows you to search for a place of interest.
• Directions: displays navigation directions to a location from a starting
point.
• Local: provides access to the places menu where you can quickly
locate a business or person, find out more information about a
business, see coupons, public responses, and more (page 156).
Locate and tap one of the listed places (Restaurants, Cafes, Bars,
Attractions, [user added searches], and IN THIS AREA.) A list of
places within each category displays.
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• Layers: allows you to switch map views:
–
–
–
Traffic: (available only in selected areas) Real-time traffic conditions are
displayed over roads as color-coded lines. Each color represents how
fast the traffic is moving.
Satellite: Maps uses the same satellite data as Google Earth. Satellite
images are not real-time. Google Earth acquires the best imagery
available, most of which is approximately one to three years old.
Terrain: combines a topographical view of the area’s terrain with the
current map location.
–
–
Transit Lines: displays the overlapping transit lines on your map.
Latitude: allows you to see your friend's locations and share your
location with them.
–
–
–
My Maps: displays a list of your preferred maps.
Bicycling: displays the overlapping cycling trails on your map.
Wikipedia: displays any Wikipedia markers and info on your map.
4. Press
and select one of the following options:
• Clear Map: allows you to remove all markings and layers from the
map.
• Make available offline: lets you store up to six large metro areas on your
device for access when you don't have a connection.
• Settings: allows you to select the following additional options:
–
–
–
Display: allows you to set display options. Choose from: Zoom Buttons,
Scale Bar, or Bubble action.
Offline and cache: allows you to set options to pre-fetch map tiles
when not using Wi-Fi and to clear the cache that holds the map tiles.
Location settings: lets you access and configure the location settings.
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–
–
Sign In: lets you sign in to your Google account or add a new account.
Labs: this is a testing ground for experimental features that aren’t ready
for primetime. They may change, break or disappear at any time. Click
on a Lab to enable or disable it.
–
–
What’s New: launches the Play Store.
About: displays general information about Google maps such as
Version, Platform, Locale, Total data sent, Total data received, Free
memory, etc.
–
–
Feedback: allows you to provide application feedback.
Terms, Privacy & Notices: displays the Terms and Conditions, Privacy
Policy, o r Legal Notices information. Select the desired information from
the pop-up menu.
• Help: provides help information.
Messaging
This application allows you to use the Short Message Service (SMS)
to send and receive short text messages to and from other mobile
phones.
You can also use the Multi Media Service (MMS) to create multimedia
messages to send and receive from other mobile phones.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Messaging).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “Messages” on page 101.
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Messenger
Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into a simple
group conversation. When you get a new conversation in Messenger,
Google+ sends an update to your phone.
1. Sign on to your Google account. For more information, refer to
“Creating a New Google Account” on page 9.
2. From the Home screen, tap
➔
(Messenger).
– or –
From the Google+ application, select Messenger
.
For more information, refer to “Messenger” on page 127.
Music
The music player allows you to play music files that you have stored
on your phone and memory card. You can also create playlists.
For more information, refer to “Music” on page 140.
Navigation
Google Maps Navigation (Beta) is an internet-connected turn-by-turn,
GPS navigation system with voice guidance.
Caution! Traffic data is not real-time and directions may be wrong,
dangerous, prohibited, or involve ferries.
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Important! To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in
the following conditions:
- inside a building or between buildings
- in a tunnel or underground passage
- in poor weather
- around high-voltage or electromagnetic fields
- in a vehicle with tinted windows
1. From the Home screen, tap
Navigation).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Read the on-screen disclaimer regarding the current release
status of the Navigation app and tap Accept.
Enabling GPS Location
1. Press
services
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Location
.
2. Tap Google’s location services allows apps to use data from
sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to provide a better
approximation of your current location.
3. Tap GPS satellites to enable the GPS satellite.
Tip: When using Google Maps you can turn on Location & Google
search. Enabling this feature allows you to locate places of interest
at the street-level. However, this also requires a clear view of the
sky and uses more battery power.
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Navigation options
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(
Navigation). The navigation application can be configured
from the main screen.
2. If prompted, read the on-screen disclaimer and tap Accept
3. Choose from the following on-screen options:
.
• Driving/Walking
: tap to configure the method of travel.
Selection of Walking eliminates the need to track traffic jams and
obstructions.
• Speak destination: allows you to use the voice recognition feature to
search for matching locations in your area.
• Type destination: allows you to manually enter a destination address
(via the on-screen keypad).
• Go home: allows you to set a Home location. Enter the street address
and tap Save
.
• Map: enables the on-screen real-time map functionality.
Navigation Map options
Once on the map screen, you can access the following features:
•
•
•
Destination: returns you to the previous Navigation options screen.
Search by voice: Speak your destination instead of typing.
Layers: allows you to switch map views:
• Traffic view: (available only in selected areas) Real-time traffic
conditions are displayed over roads as color-coded lines. Each color
represents how fast the traffic is moving.
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• Satellite: Maps uses the same satellite data as Google Earth. Satellite
images are not real-time. Google Earth acquires the best imagery
available, most of which is approximately one to three years old.
• Parking: displays parking information relative to your current location.
• Gas stations: displays gas station location relative to your current
location.
• ATMs & Banks: displays ATM and Bank locations relative to your
current location.
• Restaurants: displays restaurant and eatery locations relative to your
current location.
While on the map screen, press
to access additional options:
•
Set destination: returns you to the navigation options screen where you can
access a destination by either Speaking, Typing, or selecting from a
Contacts entry or Starred Place.
•
Search: manually search for a destination address, place, name of
business, or even a type of business.
•
•
Layers: allows you to switch map views. See previous description.
Settings: provides access to both Power settings (Screen dimming) and
Information (Terms, privacy & notices).
•
•
Exit navigation: terminates the application.
Help: provides on-screen help.
People
The default storage location for saving phone numbers to your
Contacts List is your phone’s built-in memory.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
(People).
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Play Books
Formerly known as Google Books, this application allows you to read
over 3 million ebooks on the go.
Build your ebooks library in the cloud with Play Books: jump right into
a bestseller or select from nearly 3 million free ebooks. Personalize
the reader to your liking, pick up reading where you left off on your
phone or computer, and settle down with a great book on your Android
phone!
1. From the Home screen, tap
Play Books).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. If prompted, tap Turn sync on. This synchronizes your books
you have previously selected between your Books account and
your device.
3. Tap
to begin searching for both free and paid ebooks.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to download the ebook to your
device.
Play Store
Formerly known as the “Android Market”, this application provides
access to downloadable applications and games to install on your
phone. The Play Store also allows you to provide feedback and
comments about an application, or flag an application that might be
incompatible with your phone.
Before using the Play Store, you must have a Google Account.
Accessing the Play Store
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(
Play Store).
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2. If not already logged in with your Google account, tap Existing
.
3. Enter your Google account information and tap Sign in
.
4. Tap Accept to agree to the Play Store terms of service.
For more information, refer to “Downloading a New Google
Application” on page 167.
Downloading a New Google Application
To download a new application, you will need to use your Google
account to sign in to the Play Store. The home page provides several
ways to find applications. The home page features applications and
includes a list of item applications by category, a list of games, a link
to search, and a link to My apps.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Play Store).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Browse through the categories, find an application you're
interested in, and tap the name.
3. Read the application descriptions.
Important! If the selected application requires access to data or control
of a function on your device, the Play Store displays the
information the application will access.
Tap OK if you agree to the conditions of the application.
Once you tap OK on this screen you are responsible for
using this application on the device and the amount of data
it uses. Use this feature with caution.
4. Tap Install
➔
Accept & download.
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Note: Use caution with applications which request access to any
personal data, functions, or significant amounts of data usage
times.
5. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to pay for the
application.
6. Check the progress of the current download by opening the
Notifications panel. The content download icon
in the notification area of the status bar.
appears
7. On the main Play Store screen, press
My Apps, tap an installed application in the list, and then tap
Open
and then tap
.
Tip: The newly downloaded applications display in the applications list
and are shown in alphabetical order.
Note: A data plan is required to use this feature. Charges may apply.
Please contact your service provider for further details.
Launching an Installed Google Application
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications).
2. Tap the newly installed application. This application is typically
located on the last Applications page.
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Android Development
This device can be used for Android application development. You
can write applications in the SDK and install them on this device, then
run the applications using the hardware, system, and network.
Warning! Because the device can be configured with system software
not provided by or supported by Google or any other
company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.
Unknown sources
This feature can be used for Android application development. The
feature allows developers to install non-Play Store applications.
ꢀ
Press
Unknown sources
Unknown sources displays a check mark to indicate it is active.
➔
and then tap System settings
.
➔
Security
➔
Note: If Unknown sources is disabled, those applications without a
certificate will not be allowed to download to your device.
Manage applications
This feature allows you to manage and remove installed applications.
You can also view the amount of memory or resources used as well
as the remaining memory and resources for each of the applications
on your device and clear the data, cache, or defaults.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps
.
Clearing application cache and data
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps
.
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2. Tap an application in which to clear the cache or data.
3. Tap Force stop, Uninstall (installed applictions only), Disable
(default aplications only) Clear data
defaults
Uninstalling third-party applications
,
Clear cache, or Clear
.
You can uninstall any application you downloaded and installed from
the Play Store.
1. Press
2. Tap the third-party application, and from the Application info
screen, tap Uninstall
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps.
.
Search
Also known as “Google Search” is a Web-based search engine that
uses text-based queries to search for content on Web pages.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(
Search) and enter the search text.
– or –
Tap
on the Google Search bar and say the search
information.
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Settings
This icon navigates to the sound and phone settings for your phone. It
includes such settings as: display, security, memory, and any extra
settings associated with your phone.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(Settings).
– or –
Press
➔
and then tap System settings.
For more information, refer to “Changing Your Settings” on page 193.
Talk
You can instant message with Google Talk. Google Talk allows you to
communicate with other people who are also connected with Google
Talk on the phone or on the web.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Talk).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “Google Talk” on page 126.
Voice Dialer
Voice dialer is a voice recognition software used to activate a wide
variety of functions on your device.
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Voice Dialer).
(Applications) ➔
(
For more information, refer to “Using Voice Dialer” on page 59.
YouTube
YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and
share videos, and view them in MPEG-4 format.
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1. From the Home screen, tap
YouTube).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. When the screen loads you can begin searching and viewing
posted videos.
To configure YouTube Settings:
ꢀ
Press
and then tap Settings and configure the following
parameters:
• General
–
–
–
High quality on mobile, when enabled, allows you to start all videos in
high quality mode while you are connected to a mobile network.
Caption font size allows you to set the font size used by on-screen
captions. Choose from: Small, Medium, Large, or Huge.
Uploads specifies network preferences for uploads.
• Search
–
Clear search history allows you to clear previous YouTube searches
from showing up in the YouTube search box.
–
SafeSearch filtering allows you to configure block settings for videos
containing restricted content. This option blocks these videos from
appearing within your search results. Choose from: Don’t filter,
Moderate, or Strict.
•
Preloading
–
Preload subscriptions: temporarily store subscribed videos to watch
later without interruption.
–
Preload watch later: temporarily store videos in your Watch Later
playlist to watch later without interruption.
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• About
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Help provides answers to most YouTube questions.
Feedback allows you to provide user feedback to YouTube.
Google Mobile Terms of Service
YouTube Terms of Service
Google Mobile Privacy Policy
YouTube Privacy Policy
Open source licenses
App version displays the software version for the current YouTube
application.
To watch a high quality video:
ꢀ
Press
and then tap Settings
➔
General
➔
High quality on
mobile
.
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Section 10: Connections
Your phone is equipped with features that allow you to quickly connect
to the web.
Browser
Your device is equipped with a Google browser to navigate the mobile
web. This section explains how to navigate the browser and use the
basic features.
Accessing the Internet
To access the Browser:
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
Browser). The default home page opens.
Entering a URL
(Applications) ➔
(
You can access a website quickly by entering the URL. Websites are
optimized for viewing on your phone.
To enter a URL and go to a particular website:
ꢀ
From the homepage tap the URL field at the top of the screen,
enter the URL and tap Go.
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Search the Internet
To perform an Internet search using keywords:
1. From the homepage, tap Search.
2. Select a search provider and enter the keyword(s) to search
using the on-screen keypad and tap
.
GO
3. Tap a link to view the website.
Using Bookmarks
While navigating a website, you can bookmark a site to quickly and
easily access it at a future time. The URLs (website addresses) of the
bookmarked sites display in the Bookmarks page. From the
Bookmarks page you can also view your Most visited websites and
view your History.
1. Press
and then tap Bookmarks. Additional pages include
HISTORY and SAVED PAGES
.
2. Tap a bookmark to view the webpage, or touch and hold a
bookmark for the following options:
• Open: Opens the webpage of the selected bookmark.
• Open in new tab: Opens the webpage in a new window.
• Edit bookmark: Allows you to edit the name or URL of the bookmark.
For more information, refer to “Editing Bookmarks” on page 176.
• Add shortcut to home: Adds a shortcut to the bookmarked webpage
to your phone’s Home screen.
• Share link: Allows you to share a URL address via Bluetooth, Email,
Gmail, Google+, or Messaging.
• Copy link URL: Allows you to copy the URL address to use in a
message.
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• Delete bookmark: Allows you to delete a bookmark. For more
information, refer to “Deleting Bookmarks” on page 177.
• Set as homepage: Sets the bookmark to your new homepage.
Adding Bookmarks
1. Navigate to a Web page.
2. Press and then tap Save to bookmarks
.
3. Use the on-screen keypad to enter the name of the bookmark
and the URL.
4. Assign a folder location. Local is the default if no email account
has yet been created.
Note: If a Gmail account has been added to the phone, it then becomes
the new default location.
5. Tap OK. The new saved page now appears on the Bookmarks
page.
Editing Bookmarks
1. From the Bookmarks page, touch and hold the bookmark you
want to edit.
2. Tap Edit bookmark
.
3. Use the on-screen keypad to edit the name of the bookmark or
the URL.
4. Tap OK or Cancel to exit the operation.
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Deleting Bookmarks
1. From the Bookmarks page, touch and hold the bookmark you
want to delete.
2. Tap Delete bookmark
.
3. At the confirmation window, tap OK
.
Emptying the Cookies
A cookie is a small file placed on your phone by a website during
navigation. In addition to containing some site-specific information, a
cookie can also contain some personal information (such as a
username and password) which might pose a security risk if not
properly managed. You can clear these cookies from your phone at
any time.
1. From an active Web page, press
Settings Privacy & security
and then tap
➔
➔
Clear all cookie data.
2. Tap OK to delete the cookies or tap Cancel to exit.
Using Web History
The History list displays a list of the most recently viewed websites.
These entries can be used to return to previously unmarked web
pages.
1. Navigate to a Web page.
2. Press
and then tap Bookmarks
➔
HISTORY tab.
3. Select a visited range category. Choose from: Today or Most
visited.
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Using Most Visited
The Most visited list provides you with a list of the most visited and
bookmarked websites. These entries are used to return to previously
unmarked web pages.
1. Press
and then tap Bookmarks
➔
HISTORY
➔
Most visited
tab.
A list of your most frequently visited webpages displays. The
most frequently visited web pages display at the top of the list.
2. Tap any entry to display the selected webpage.
Browser Settings
To configure browser settings:
1. From the Home screen, tap
Browser).
and then tap Settings
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Press
.
3. Choose an option from the following categories:
General:
• Set home page: Sets the current home page for the Web browser.
• Form auto-fill: Allows you to fill in Web forms with a single tap.
• Auto-fill text: Allows you to set the text used for the Web form auto-fill
feature.
Privacy & security:
• Clear cache: Deletes all currently cached data. Tap OK to complete
the process.
• Clear history: Clears the browser navigation history. Tap OK to
complete the process.
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• Show security warnings: Notifies you if there is a security issue with
the current website. Remove the check mark to disable this function.
• Accept cookies: Allows sites, that require cookies, to save and read
cookies from your device.
• Clear all cookie data: Deletes all current browser cookie files.
• Remember form data: Allows the device to store data from any
previously filled out forms. Remove the check mark to disable this
function.
• Clear form data: Deletes any stored data from previously filled out
forms. Tap OK to complete the process.
• Enable location: Allows websites to request access to your location.
• Clear location access: Clears location access for all websites. Tap OK
to complete the process.
• Remember passwords: Stores usernames and passwords for visited
sites. Remove the check mark to disable this function.
• Clear passwords: Deletes any previously stored usernames or
passwords. Tap OK to complete the process.
Accessibility:
• Force enable zoom: Allows you to override a website’s zoom setting
and forces a zoom view.
• Text size: Allows you to manually adjust the size of the on-screen text
size, double-tap zoom, and minimum font size via the use of an on-
screen slider.
• Text scaling: Provides an on-screen slider that allows you to adjust the
text scaling.
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• Zoom on double-tap: Allows you to set the zoom magnification used
when you double-tap the screen while on a Web page.
• Minimum font size: Allows you to set the minimum on-screen font size
used via the browser.
• Inverted rendering: Allows you to adjust the way a Web page is
displayed to make it easier to view or read. Enabling this feature
causes a page to rendered in reverse - Black becomes white and vice
versa. On-screen white text is displayed as white text on a black
background.
• Contrast: Allows you to adjust the on-screen contrast.
Note: The Contrast feature is disabled until the Inverted rendering
function is active.
Advanced:
• Set search engine: Allows you to choose a default search engine for
your phone. Choose from: Google Yahoo!, or Bing.
,
• Open in background: New pages are launched in a separate page
and displayed behind the current one. Remove the check mark to
disable this function.
• Enable JavaScript: Enables javascript for the current Web page.
Without this feature, some pages may not display properly. Remove
the check mark to disable this function.
• Enable plug-ins: Allows the download of plug-ins such as Adobe
Flash.
• Website settings: View advanced settings for individual websites.
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• Default zoom: Adjusts the zoom feature. Set to Far, Medium, or Close.
• Open pages in overview: Displays an overview of recently viewed web
pages.
• Auto-fit pages: Allows web pages to be resized to fit as much of the
screen as possible.
• Block pop-ups: Prevents popup advertisement or windows from
appearing on-screen. Remove the check mark to disable this function.
• Text encoding: Adjusts the current text encoding.
• Reset to default: Clears all browser data and resets all settings to
default.
Bandwidth Management:
• Search result preloading: Allows the browser to preload high
confidence search results in the background. If the device can
accurately guess your in progress search, it will preempt you by
beginning to load the matching Web page before you complete the
search request.
• Load images: Allows web page images to load along with the other
text components of a loaded website.
Labs:
• Quick controls: allows you to enable on-screen quick controls via the
use of Swype thumb actions.
• Full screen: Allows Web pages to be resized to fit as much of the
screen as possible.
• Slide Tab Transitions: Allows you to swipe from the edge of the
screen to reveal the next or previous tab in the list.
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Bluetooth
About Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you
to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as
headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds,
computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth
communication range is usually up to approximately 30 feet.
Turning Bluetooth On and Off
To turn Bluetooth on:
1. Press
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Bluetooth slider
OFF
➔
and then tap System settings.
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
The slider color indicates the activation status. When active,
displays in the Status area.
To turn Bluetooth off:
1. Press
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Bluetooth slider
OFF
➔
and then tap System settings.
ON
to the left to turn it off
.
Bluetooth Settings
The Bluetooth settings menu allows you to set up many of the
characteristics of your device’s Bluetooth service, including:
•
•
•
Entering or changing the name your device uses for Bluetooth
communication and description
Setting your device’s visibility (or “discoverability”) for other Bluetooth
devices
Displaying your device’s Bluetooth address
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To access the Bluetooth Settings menu:
1. Press and then tap System settings
ON
➔
➔
Bluetooth.
2. Verify Bluetooth is active (indicated by
3. Press and tap the Rename phone
).
,
Visibility timeout, and
Show received files fields to set the options.
To change your Bluetooth name:
1. Verify Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, press
and then tap
Rename phone
.
3. Enter a new name.
4. Tap Rename to complete the rename process.
To set visibility:
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
2. From the top of the Bluetooth settings page, toggle the state of
the visibility check mark by tapping Not visible to other Bluetooth
devices. Activating this feature enables your device visibility and
allows other devices to pair and communicate.
Note: Your device visibility is based on the time set within the Visible
time-out field (2 Minutes, 5 Minutes, 1 Hour, or Never time out).
This value appears as a countdown within this Visibility timeout
field.
To scan for Bluetooth devices:
1. Verify Bluetooth is active.
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2. From the bottom of the Bluetooth settings page, tap SEARCH
FOR DEVICES to search for visible external Bluetooth-
compatible devices such as headsets, devices, printers, and
computers.
To review your Bluetooth received files:
1. Verify Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, press
Show received files
Pairing Bluetooth Devices
and then tap
.
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted
connections between your device and another Bluetooth device.
When you pair devices, they share a passkey, allowing for fast, secure
connections while bypassing the discovery and authentication
process.
Note: Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process.
Once pairing is established the devices continue to recognize
their partnership and exchange information without entering a
passcode.
To pair your device with another Bluetooth device:
1. Verify Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap the Visibility field (shown
by the device name).
Your device must be visible to successfully pair with an external
device. This is shown by a blue check mark.
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3. Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES. Your device displays a list of
discovered in-range Bluetooth devices.
4. Tap a device from the list to initiate pairing.
5. Enter the passkey or PIN code, if needed, and tap OK
.
6. The external device must accept the connection and enter your
device’s PIN code.
Once successfully paired to an external device,
the Status area.
displays in
Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-
compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and
functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with
all Bluetooth-compatible devices.
Disconnecting a Paired Bluetooth Device
Disconnecting a paired device breaks the connection between the
device and your phone, but retains the knowledge of the pairing. At a
later point when you wish to reconnect the device, there is no need to
setup the connection information again.
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap the previously paired
device (from the bottom of the page).
3. When asked to disconnect, tap OK to confirm disconnection.
– or –
1. Verify Bluetooth is active.
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2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap the settings icon
(adjacent to the paired device). This opens the connected
device’s menu options.
3. Tap Unpair to delete the paired device.
Note: Disconnections are manually done but often occur automatically
if the paired device goes out of range of your phone or it is
powered off.
Sending Contacts via Bluetooth
Depending on your paired devices’ settings and capabilities, you may
be able to send pictures, Contact information, or other items using a
Bluetooth connection.
Note: Prior to using this feature, Bluetooth must first be enabled on both
your phone and the external device, and the recipient’s device
must be visible.
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active and your phone is visible.
2. From the Home screen, tap
3. Press and then tap Share
external Bluetooth device.
(
People) and select an entry.
➔
Bluetooth and select a paired
Note: The external Bluetooth device must be visible and
communicating for the pairing to be successful.
4. A Bluetooth share notification displays in your notifications list.
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Enable Downloading for Web Applications
Important! Before you can download a web application you must insert
an SD into the phone and enable the Unknown sources
feature (enables downloading). For more information, refer
to “Installing the microSD Memory Card” on page 5. Also,
see “Mounting the SD Card” on page 51
1. Press
Unknown sources check box.
2. Tap OK to allow install of non-Market applications.
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security
➔
Tap again to remove the check mark and disable the installation
of non-market applications.
Warning! Not all web applications are safe to download. In order to
protect your phone and data, use Android Market to install
web applications. For more information, refer to
“Downloading a New Google Application” on page 167.
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PC Connections
You can connect your device to a PC using an optional PC data cable
using various USB connection modes. Media Device (MTP) storage is
the default connection method.
Note: These options can be accessed by accessing the Notification bar
(page 25) and tapping the on-screen Touch for other USB options
button.
Media device (MTP): allows you to use the onboard storage capacity of
the phone to store and upload files. This option allows your computer
to detect the phone as a removable storage drive.
Camera (PTP): allows you to both transfer photos using camera
software, and transfer any files stored on computers that do not
support MTP.
Connecting as an MTP device
You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access
the file directory. If you insert a memory card in the device, you can
also access the files directory from the memory card by using the
device as a memory card reader.
Note: The file directory of the memory card displays as a removable
disk, separate from the internal memory.
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1. Connect the USB cable to the phone and connect the cable to
the computer. As soon as the connection is established a drive
letter is assigned to the phone’s storage device.
A pop-up window displays on the PC when connected indicating
the drive letter and providing access to various automated
functions (ex: folder access, copy images, etc..).
2. Open the folder to view files.
3. Copy files from the PC to the memory card.
Enabling USB Debugging
USB debugging must be enabled before being able to use the
Development feature.
1. Press
options.
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
2. Tap the USB debugging field to verify the feature is active before
connecting your USB cable.
3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack
on your device to a PC.
Wi-Fi
About Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is a term used for certain types of
Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires
access to an existing and accessible Wireless Access Point (WAP).
These WAPs can either be Open (unsecured) as within most Hot
Spots, or Secured (requiring knowledge of the Router name and
password).
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Activating Wi-Fi
By default, your device’s Wi-Fi feature is turned off (deactivated).
Activating Wi-Fi allows your device to discover and connect to
compatible in-range WAPs (Wireless Access Points).
1. Press
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider
ON
➔
and then tap System settings.
OFF
to
the right to turn it on
.
A check mark indicates that Wi-Fi is active. The device scans for
available in-range wireless networks and displays them under
Wi-Fi networks on the same screen.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Wi-Fi.
The network names and security settings (Open network or
Secured with WEP) of detected Wi-Fi networks display in the
Wi-Fi networks section.
2. Tap the network you wish to connect to.
Note: When you select an open network you are automatically
connected.
3. Enter a wireless password (if necessary).
4. Tap Connect
.
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Wi-Fi Status Indicators
The following icons indicate the Wi-Fi connection status:
Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and
communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Displays when Wi-Fi is active and there is an available open
wireless network.
Displays when Wi-Fi is configured for a Wi-Fi Direct
connection to another compatible device in the same direct
communication mode.
Manually Add a New Network Connection
1. From the Wi-Fi network screen, tap ADD NETWORK
.
2. Enter the Network SSID (the name of your Wireless Access
Point).
3. Tap the Security field and select a security option. This must
match the current security setting on your target WAP.
4. Enter your WAP’s password if the WAP is secure.
5. Tap Save to store the new information and connect to the target
WAP.
Note: Once you connect to a target Wi-Fi, you will not need to re-enter
your Wireless Access Point password (WAP key) again, just
reconnect. The WAP key is required again only if your device is
reset using factory default settings.
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Deactivating Wi-Fi
1. Press
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider
➔
and then tap System settings.
ON
to
OFF
the left to turn it off
– or –
.
Activate and Deactivate Wi-Fi from the Notification bar.
Note: Use of wireless data connections such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
can reduce battery life and use times.
Manually Scan for a Wi-Fi Network
ꢀ
Press
SCAN
Wi-Fi Advanced Settings
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Wi-Fi
➔
.
The Wi-Fi settings - Advanced menu allows you to set up many of the
device’s Wi-Fi services, including:
•
•
•
Setting the Wi-Fi sleep policy
Viewing the device’s MAC Address
Configuring use of either a DHCP or Static IP
To access the Wi-Fi Advanced Settings menu:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Wi-Fi.
2. Press
and then tap Advanced
.
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Section 11: Changing Your Settings
This section explains the sound and phone settings for your device. It
includes such settings as: display, security, memory, and any extra
settings associated with your phone.
Accessing Settings
ꢀ
From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(Settings).
– or –
Press
➔
and then tap System settings. The Settings
screen displays.
Wi-Fi Settings
This section describes the Wi-Fi settings. For more information, refer
to “Wi-Fi” on page 189.
Activating Wi-Fi
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings.
OFF
. A check mark indicates that
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider
to
ON
the right to turn it on
Wi-Fi is active. The device scans for available in-range wireless
networks and displays them under Wi-Fi networks on the same
screen.
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Wi-Fi settings
Once set up for Wi-Fi connectivity, your device automatically uses Wi-
Fi, when available, for all your mobile services.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Wi-Fi.
2. Press
and then tap Advanced. Configure the settings as
desired.
The available Wi-Fi connection are displayed with a security type
displayed next to them.
Network Notification
By default, when Wi-Fi is on, you receive notifications in the Status bar
anytime your phone detects an available Wi-Fi network. You can
deactivate this feature if you do not want to receive notifications.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Wi-Fi.
2. Press
and then tap Advanced
.
3. Tap Network notification. A check mark displayed next to the
feature indicates Network notification is active.
4. Tap Network notification again to remove the check mark and
deactivate this feature.
Keep Wi-Fi On During Sleep
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Wi-Fi.
2. Press
and then tap Advanced.
3. Tap Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep and select an on-screen option
such as: Always, Only when plugged in, or Never (increases
data usage).
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Manually Adding a Wi-Fi Network
1. Press and then tap System settings
ADD NETWORK
➔
➔
Wi-Fi
➔
.
2. Enter the Network SSID (the name of your Wireless Access
Point).
3. Tap the Security field and select a security option. This must
match the current security setting on your target WAP.
4. Enter your WAP’s password if the WAP is secure.
5. Tap Save to store the new information and connect to the target
WAP.
Note: An SSID is a unique key which identifies a wireless LAN. Its
purpose is to stop other wireless equipment from accessing your
LAN — whether accidentally or intentionally. To communicate,
wireless devices must be configured with the same SSID.
Bluetooth settings
In this menu you can activate Bluetooth, view or assign a device
name, activate your phone so other Bluetooth devices can discover it,
or scan for other, available Bluetooth devices with which to pair. For
more information, refer to “Bluetooth” on page 182.
Turning Bluetooth On and Off
To turn Bluetooth on:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings.
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2. In a single motion touch and slide the Bluetooth slider
OFF
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
The slider color indicates the activation status. When active,
displays in the Status area.
To turn Bluetooth off:
1. Press
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Bluetooth slider
OFF
➔
and then tap System settings.
ON
to the left to turn it off
.
Note: Bluetooth must be enabled prior to use.
Activating the Device Name
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
ON
➔
Bluetooth.
2. Verify Bluetooth is active (indicated by
).
3. Press
and tap the Rename phone. The assigned device
name displays.
4. Tap
to erase the current device name and enter a new
name for this device using the keyboard.
5. Tap Rename to confirm your setting.
Activating Visibility
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Bluetooth.
2. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
3. From the top of the Bluetooth settings page, toggle the state of
the visibility check mark by tapping Not visible to other Bluetooth
devices. Activating this feature enables your device visibility and
allows other devices to pair and communicate.
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Scanning for Devices
This option allows you to scan for active Bluetooth devices so you can
pair with them.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Bluetooth.
2. From the bottom of the Bluetooth settings page, tap
SEARCH FOR DEVICES to search for visible external Bluetooth-
compatible devices such as headsets, devices, printers, and
computers.
Important! Some Bluetooth devices are secured and require a PIN
number to confirm and pair with them.
3. Enter a PIN to pair with the device, if one is required, and tap
OK
.
Data Usage
Monitor and mange your device’s data usage capabilities.
Features include activation/deactivation or network data usage, set
mobile data usage for a set period of time, and view application data
usage.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Data
usage
.
To activate/deactivate Mobile data usage:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Data
usage
.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Mobile data slider
OFF
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
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3. In a single motion touch and slide the Mobile data slider
OFF
ON
to the left to turn it off
.
To set a mobile data limit:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Data
usage
.
2. Place a check mark in the Set mobile data limit field.
3. Read the on-screen disclaimer info and tap OK
.
4. Touch and drag the far right ends of the Red or Orange
horizontal lines to manually adjust both the Warning and
Maximum data limits.
5. Touch and drag the bottom grey vertical lines to adjust the time
frames.
6. Tap the Data usage cycle button and select either the current
cycle or define your own by selecting Change cycle
Press and select from additional options such as Data Roaming,
Restrict background data, and Show Wi-Fi usage.
.
•
More... Settings
This tab displays additional wireless and network information.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More....
Using Airplane mode
This mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as
Camera, Games, and more, when you are in an airplane or in any
other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
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Important! When your device is in Airplane mode, it cannot send or
receive any calls or access online information or
applications.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More....
2. Tap Airplane mode. A check mark displayed next to the feature
indicates Airplane mode is active.
The Airplane mode icon
screen.
is displayed at the top of your
VPN settings
The VPN settings menu allows you to set up and manage Virtual
Private Networks (VPNs).
Important! Before you can use a VPN you must establish and configure
one.
Adding a VPN
Before you add a VPN you must determine which VPN protocol to
use: PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol), L2TP (Layer 2
Tunneling Protocol), L2TP/IPSec PSK (Pre-shared key based L2TP/
IPSec), or L2TP/IPSec CRT (Certificate based L2TP/IPSec).
1. Press
VPN
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More...
➔
.
2. If prompted, read the screen lock information and follow the on-
screen steps to setup an unlock PIN or password.
3. Tap Add VPN network
.
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4. In the form that appears, fill in the information provided by your
network administrator.
5. Tap Save
.
Note: Similar setup process can be used for the remaining VPN types:
IPSec Xauth PSK, IPSec Xauth RSA, and IPSec Hybrid RSA.
Connecting to a VPN
1. Press
VPN
2. Tap the VPN entry you want to connect to.
3. Enter any requested credentials into the pop-up that opens.
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More... ➔
.
4. Tap Connect
.
Edit a VPN
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More... ➔
VPN
.
2. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit.
3. In the pop-up that opens, select Edit network
.
4. Make the desired VPN setting changes.
5. Tap Save
.
Delete a VPN
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More...
➔
VPN
.
2. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to delete.
3. Tap Delete network within the pop-up that opens up.
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Wi-Fi Direct Setup and Settings
You can configure your device to connect directly with other Wi-Fi
capable devices. This is an easy way to transfer data between
devices. These devices must be enabled for Wi-Fi direct
communication. This connection is direct and not via a HotSpot or
WAP.
Note: Activating this feature will disconnect your current Wi-Fi network
connection.
To activate your Wi-Fi Direct connection:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More...
2. Tap Wi-Fi direct
➔
OK to activate the feature.
Mobile networks
Before you use applications such as Google Maps and find your
location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Mobile
networks options.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More...
➔
Mobile networks. The following options display:
Data enabled
Allows you to use and access data over a mobile network.
1. Press and then tap System settings
Mobile networks.
➔
➔
More...
➔
2. Tap the Data enabled field to activate the feature.
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Access Point Names
To access a wireless access point:
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Mobile networks
➔
Access Point Names. A list of the Access
point names display. The active access point displays a bright
blue, filled circle to the right of the name.
Network Operators
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
More...
➔
Mobile networks
➔
Network operators. Tap Select
automatically or select a network operator from the list.
Call Settings
To access the Call settings menu:
1. Press
and then tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings
.
Configuring General Call Settings
Configure the general call settings using this option.
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings.
3. Tap one of the following options:
• Fixed Dialing Numbers:allows you to restrict outgoing calls to a limited
set of phone numbers. For more information, refer to “Fixed Dialing
Numbers” on page 204.
• Quick responses: allows you to manage both existing rejection
messages and create new ones.
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• Voicemail service: allows you to manage your service. For more
information, refer to “Voicemail” on page 206.
• Voicemail settings: allows you to manage your service. For more
information, refer to “Voicemail Settings” on page 206.
• Vibrate: allows you to set up your vibration settings.
• DTMF Tone: allows you to set the length of your DTMF tones. Choose
from either Normal or Long.
• Voice Privacy: when activated, provides enhanced privacy of current
conversations by encrypting your call.
• Call forwarding: configures call forwarding options.
• Additional settings: allows you to configure additional call settings. For
more information, refer to “Configuring Additional Voice Call
Settings” on page 204.
• Accounts: Allow you to set up and configure your SIP Internet calling
accounts.
• Use Internet calling: Allow you to set up when you would want to use
the Internet calling feature. Choose from: For all calls when data
network is available, Only for Internet calls, Ask for each call.
Configuring Call Forwarding
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
Call forwarding.
3. Tap an available option:
• Forward when busy: forwards all your calls to voicemail when your
phone is busy.
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Configuring Additional Voice Call Settings
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
Additional settings.
3. Tap one of the following options:
• Caller ID: chooses whether your number is displayed when someone
answers your outgoing call. Choose from: Network default, Hide
number, or Show number.
• Call waiting: notifies you of an incoming call while you are on another
call.
Fixed Dialing Numbers
Fixed Dial Number (FDN), allows you to restrict outgoing calls to a
limited set of phone numbers.
Enabling FDN
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
Fixed Dialing Numbers.
3. Tap Enable FDN
.
4. At the prompt, enter your PIN2 code and tap OK
.
Important! Not all SIM cards use a PIN2 code. If your SIM card does
not, this menu does not display.
The PIN2 code is provided by your carrier. Entering an
incorrect PIN2 code could cause the phone to lock. Contact
customer service for assistance.
Changing the PIN2 Code
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
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2. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
Fixed Dialing Numbers.
3. Tap Change PIN2
.
4. At the prompt, enter your old PIN2 code.
5. At the prompt, enter a new PIN2 code.
6. Confirm your PIN2 code.
Important! Not all SIM cards use a PIN2 code. If your SIM card does
not, this menu does not display.
The PIN2 code is provided by your carrier. Entering the
PIN2 incorrectly three times will cause the device to lock.
Contact customer service for assistance.
Managing the FDN List
When this feature is enabled, you can make calls only to phone
numbers stored in the FDN list on the SIM card.
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
Fixed Dialing Numbers.
3. Tap Enable FDN
.
4. At the prompt, enter your PIN2 code and tap OK
.
FDN is enabled.
5. Tap FDN list then press
and then tap Add contact or edit
the contacts that were stored.
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Important! Not all SIM cards use a PIN2 code. If your SIM card does
not, this menu does not display.
The PIN2 code is provided by your carrier. Entering the
PIN2 incorrectly three times will cause the device to lock.
Contact customer service for assistance.
Voicemail
You can view your voicemail number from this menu.
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Press and then tap Settings
.
➔
Voicemail service
.
3. Tap My carrier
.
Voicemail Settings
You can set your voicemail contact number.
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Press
and then tap Settings
➔
Voicemail service
.
3. Tap Voicemail settings
➔
Voicemail number to now view your
number within the Voicemail number field.
– or –
Enter a new number and tap OK
.
Sound Settings
From this menu you can control the sounds on the phone as well as
configure the display settings.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Sound.
The following options display:
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2. Touch and drag the on-screen slider to assign the volume
settings for any of the following volume levels.
• Music, video, games, & other media
Alarms
3. Tap OK to assign the volume levels.
,
Ringtone & notifications or
.
Silent mode via Device Options Screen
Silent mode is convenient when you wish to stop the phone from
making noise, in a theater for example. In Silent Mode the speaker is
muted and the phone only vibrates to notify you of incoming calls, or
other functions that normally have a defined tone or sound as an alert.
1. From the Home screen, press and hold the Power/Lock key until
the device options screen is displayed.
2. Tap Silent mode to activate or deactivate this mode (the current
mode displays).
– or –
Tap Vibrate mode to activate or deactivate this mode (the current
mode displays).
Setup Device Vibration
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Sound.
2. Tap Silent mode
.
3. From the Silent mode menu, select either Off, Vibrate or Mute
.
Note: This setting is independent of other call sounds settings. For
example, if you have Silent mode enabled along with Vibrate
,
your phone won’t play a ringtone, but will vibrate for an incoming
call.
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Note: Use both the Silent mode and enable the Mute option to
guarantee no vibrations or sounds from your device.
This really helps at night so you don’t wake up hearing your
device vibrating on a nearby counter or table.
Setup the Voice Call Ringtone
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Sound.
2. Tap Phone ringtone
.
3. Tap a ringtone from the available list. The ringtone briefly plays
when selected.
4. Tap OK to assign a ringer.
Setting a Notification Ringtone
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
➔
Sound
Sound
➔
Default notification
.
2. Tap one of the ringtones and tap OK
.
Setting a Vibration and Ring
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
.
2. Tap Vibrate and ring to activate the feature.
Audible System Sounds
These options are used when you use the dialing pad, make a screen
selection, use the lock screen, want a feedback when you tap the
screen. Each time you press a key or make a selection the selected
tone sounds.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Sound.
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2. Tap Dial pad touch tones to activate a tone when you use on-
screen keys. A check mark displayed next to these features
indicates active status.
3. Tap Touch sounds to activate a tone when you touch the screen.
A check mark displayed next to this feature indicates active
status.
4. Tap Screen lock sounds to activate a tone when you use the
Lock screen. A check mark displayed next to this feature
indicates active status.
5. Tap Vibrate on touch to activate the a vibration when you press
soft keys on certain screens. A check mark displayed next to the
feature indicates this feature is active.
Display Settings
In this menu, you can change various settings for the display such as
the brightness, Wallpaper, orientation, screen timeout, and font size.
Adjusting the Screen Display
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Display.
2. Configure the following screen display settings:
• Brightness: adjusts the on-screen brightness level. For more
information, refer to “Adjusting Screen Brightness” on page 211.
• Wallpaper: Allows you to choose a wallpaper from either the Gallery,
Live Wallpapers, or Wallpapers.
• Auto-rotate screen: when enabled, the phone automatically switches
from portrait to landscape orientation and vice versa. When this setting
is disabled, the phone displays in portrait mode only.
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• Sleep: adjusts the delay time before the screen automatically turns off.
Selections are: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5
minutes, 10 minutes, and 30 minutes.
• Font size: sets the font size displayed on the User Interface. Choose
from Small or Normal.
Adjusting Screen Brightness
This feature configures the LCD Brightness levels.
1. Press
Brightness
2. Touch and slide the on-screen slider to adjust the level and tap
OK
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Display
➔
.
.
SD Card & Device Storage
From this menu you can view the memory allocation for the memory
card as well as mount or unmount the SD card.
For more information about mounting or unmounting the SD card, see
“Using the SD Card” on page 49.
To view the memory allocation for your external SD card:
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Storage.
The available memory displays under the Total space and
Available space headings.
Battery Usage
This option allows you to view a list of those components using battery
power.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Battery
.
2. From the upper-right tap
(Refresh) to update the list.
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– or –
Tap an entry to view more detailed information.
Applications
This device can be used for Android development. You can write
applications in the SDK and install them on this device, then run the
applications using the hardware, system, and network. This feature
allows you to configure the device for development.
Warning! Because the device can be configured with system software
not provided by or supported by Google or any other
company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.
This menu allows you to manage installed applications. You can view
and control currently running services, or use the device for
application development.
You can also view the amount of memory or resources used as well as
the remaining memory and resources for each of the applications on
your phone and clear the data, cache, or defaults.
ꢀ
Press
ALL
Clearing Application Cache and Data
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps
➔
.
Important! You must have downloaded applications installed to use this
feature.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps.
2. Tap an application in which to clear the cache or data.
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3. Tap Force stop, Clear data, or Clear cache
.
Uninstalling Third-party Applications
Important! You must have downloaded applications installed to use this
feature.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps.
2. Tap the DOWNLOADED tab and select your desired application.
3. Tap Uninstall (from within the top area of the Application info
page).
4. At the prompt, tap OK to uninstall the application.
5. Select a reason for uninstalling the application, then tap OK
.
Running Services
The Running services option allows you to view and control currently
running services such as Backup, Google Talk, SNS (messaging),
Swype, and more.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps.
2. Tap the RUNNING tab to view all currently active and running
applications. This tab also shows the total RAM being used by
these currently active applications.
3. Tap a process and select Stop to end the process and stop it
from running. When you stop the process the service or
application will no longer run until you start the process or
application again.
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Important! Stopping a process might have undesirable consequences
on the application.
4. Tap SHOW CACHED PROCESSES to view cached
applications.
Storage Used
This option allows you to view a list (on the current tab) of current
applications as sorted by size.
1. Press
2. Tap the ALL tab to display all available applications.
3. Press and then tap Sort by size to change the current list to
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Apps.
show items based on the amount of storage they occupy.
Accounts and Synchronization
Your phone provides the ability to synchronize data from a variety of
different sources or sites. These accounts can range from Google, a
Corporate Microsoft Exchange Email Server, and other social sites
such as Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace. Corporate and Google
accounts provide the ability to synchronize Calendar events and
Contacts.
To activate Accounts and sync
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
& sync
.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Accounts & sync slider
OFF
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
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To deactivate Accounts and sync
1. Press and then tap System settings
sync
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Accounts & sync slider
OFF
➔
➔
Account &
.
ON
to the left to turn it off
.
Synchronizing a Google Account
To add a new Google account:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
& sync
.
2. Tap ADD ACCOUNT
3. Tap Existing
➔
Google
.
.
Note: If you do not already have a Google account, tap Create and
follow the on-screen prompts to create your new account.
4. Tap the Username (@gmail.com) and Password fields and enter
your information.
5. Tap Sign in. Your phone then communicates with the Google
servers to confirm your information. Your existing Gmail account
then appears within the Manage accounts area of the screen.
•
Any changes or updates to your Gmail account are then automatically
updated to your device.
To configure the Google management settings:
1. From the Home screen, tap Applications)➔ Settings
Accounts & sync
(
➔
.
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2. Tap
within the Google account field to reveal the account’s
synchronization settings screen.
3. Tap the parameters you wish to synchronize. A blue check mark
indicates the feature is enabled.
4. Press
and then tap Sync now to synchronize those
enabled parameters.
5. Press
to return to the previous screen.
For more information, refer to “Synchronizing Contacts” on
page 94.
Synchronizing Your Corporate Account
By default, there are no Corporate Calendar events managed by the
device. These must be manually added.
Note: Once a corporate email account is created, it is automatically
added as a managed account.
Use the following procedure to configure your phone to synchronize
with a corporate email account.
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications)➔ Settings
➔
Accounts & sync
.
– or –
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accounts
& sync
.
2. Locate and tap the corporate email account.
3. Tap within the adjacent account field to reveal the
account’s synchronization settings screen.
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4. Place a check mark adjacent to those events you wish to
manually sync.
5. Toggle the check mark to synchronize those enabled
parameters.
6. Press
to return to the previous screen.
Location Services
The Location services allows you to configure the device’s location
services.
Important! The more location determining functions are enabled, the
more accurate the determination will be of your position.
Using Google Location Services
Before you use applications such as Google Maps and find your
location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Use
wireless networks option.
1. Press
services
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Location
.
2. Tap Google’s location services allows apps to use data from
sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to provide a better
approximation of your current location.
Enabling the GPS Satellites
1. Press
services
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Location
.
2. Tap GPS satellites to enable the GPS satellite.
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Tip: When using Google Maps you can turn on Location & Google
search. Enabling this feature allows you to locate places of interest
at the street-level. However, this also requires a clear view of the
sky and uses more battery power.
Enabling the Location & Google Search
1. Press
services
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Location
.
2. Tap Location & Google search to enable this feature.
Security
This menu contains features that allows you to configure the device’s
security parameters.
Screen Unlock Pattern Overview
To secure data and limit phone access, set the phone to require a
screen unlock pattern each time you turn on the device, or every time
the phone wakes up from sleep mode (when the screen automatically
turns off).
The Screen lock menu allows to choose from a variety of locking
features such as: None Slide, Pattern, PIN, and Password.
,
Using Slide
This feature is the least secure locking method and only requires that
a user slide the screen to unlock the device.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
Slide
➔
Security.
2. Tap Screen lock
➔
.
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Setting an Unlock Pattern
Creating a screen unlock pattern increases security on the phone.
When you enable the User visible pattern field, you will draw an
unlock pattern on the screen whenever you want to unlock the
phone’s buttons or touch screen. When you activate the User tactile
feedback field, you feel vibration as feedback while drawing the
pattern.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
Pattern
➔
Security.
2. Tap Screen lock
➔
.
3. Review the on-screen animation procedure for drawing a
pattern and tap Next when you are ready to draw a pattern.
4. Draw your pattern by touching your first on-screen point. Then,
without removing your finger from the screen, drag your finger
over adjacent points until the gray trace line overlaps each point
and they are highlighted with a green circle.
5. When you have connected at least four dots in a vertical,
horizontal or diagonal direction, lift your finger from the screen
and tap Continue
.
6. Confirm the new pattern by redrawing it and then tapping
Confirm. The Unlock pattern is set.
Changing the Screen Lock Pattern
This feature allows you to change the previously stored unlock pattern
and update it if necessary. This process is similar to changing your
password from time to time.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
2. Tap Screen lock
.
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3. Retrace your current pattern on the screen.
4. Tap Pattern and repeat steps 4-6 from the previous section.
Deleting the Screen Lock Pattern
1. Press
2. Tap Screen lock
3. Retrace your current pattern on the screen.
4. Tap None
PIN Lock and Unlock
1. Press
2. Tap Screen lock
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
.
.
➔
and then tap System settings
PIN
➔
Security.
➔
.
3. Enter a PIN number using the numeric keypad and touch
Continue to confirm the password.
4. Confirm the PIN by re-entering it and tap OK to confirm.
Your phone now requires you to enter this PIN number in order
to unlock the phone.
Password Lock and Unlock
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
2. Tap Screen lock
3. Tap Password
.
.
4. Enter a password using the keypad and tap Continue to confirm
the password.
5. Confirm the password by re-entering it and tap OK to confirm.
Using a Visible Pattern
When the Make pattern visible option is enabled, the device displays
the on-screen lock grid that is used for unlocking.
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Automatically Lock
This option allows you to define the amount of time that must pass
before the device can automatically lock on its own.
Note: This option only appears when a screen lock option is active.
Power Button Instantly Locks
When enabled, pressing the Power/Lock button will instantly lock the
device’s screen.
Note: This option only appears when a screen lock option is active.
Vibrate on Touch
When enabled, you will feel vibration as feedback while drawing the
pattern, using a PIN or password lock.
Note: This option only appears when a screen lock option is active.
Owner Information
This option allows you to show user-defined information on the Lock
screen.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security
➔
Owner info
.
2. Tap the Show owner info on lock screen checkbox to create a
check mark if you want your owner information displayed.
3. Enter text that you would like displayed on your Lock screen.
4. Press
twice to save the new text and return to the previous
screen.
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Setting up SIM Card Lock
Prevent another user from using your SIM card to make unauthorized
calls or from accessing information stored on your SIM card by
protecting the information using a PIN code.
1. Press
2. Tap Set up SIM card lock
3. Tap Lock SIM card, enter your SIM PIN code, then tap OK
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
.
.
Note: You must activate Lock SIM card before you can change your
SIM PIN code.
To change an existing SIM Card PIN:
1. Tap Change SIM PIN
2. Enter the old SIM PIN code and tap OK
3. Enter the new SIM PIN code and tap OK
.
.
.
4. Re-type the new SIM PIN code and tap OK
.
Password Settings
When you create a phone password you can also configure the phone
to display the password as you type it instead of using an asterisk (*).
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
2. Tap Make passwords visible to activate this feature.
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Device Administration
Activating this feature allows Google to administrate your phone in a
way similar to IT security settings on a corporate PC. This would be
beneficial in the case that your phone was lost or stolen. The phone
could be “deactivated” or “restricted” (through administration) from a
remote location.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
2. Tap Device administrators to begin configuring this setting.
3. Select an administrator device and follow the prompts.
Unknown Sources
Before you can download a web application you must enable the
Unknown sources feature (enables downloading). Developers can use
this option to install non-Play Store applications.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
2. Tap Unknown sources to active this feature.
Note: If you are notified that you can not download a Market application
because it comes from an “Unknown source”, enabling this option
corrects this issue.
Credential Storage
This option allows certain applications to access secure certificates
and other credentials. Certificates and credentials can be installed to
the SD card and password protected.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Security.
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2. Tap Trusted credentials to display only trusted CA certificates. A
check mark displayed next to the feature indicates secure
credentials.
3. Tap Install from SD card to install encrypted certificates from the
USB Storage location.
4. Tap Clear credentials to clear the device (SD card or phone
memory) of all certificate contents and reset the credentials
password.
Language and Input Settings
This setting allows you to configure the language in which to display
the menus. You can also set on-screen keyboard options.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
➔
➔
Language
Language
Language
& input
.
Language Settings
To set the language that the menus display on the phone:
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
& input
➔
Language.
2. Select a language and region from the list.
Select Input Method
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
& input
➔
Default.
2. Select an input method.
– or –
Tap Configure input methods to alter/modify the available input
methods.
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Samsung Keypad Settings
1. Press
& input
– or –
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Language
➔
(adjacent to the Samsung keyboard field).
From within an active text entry screen, tap
from the
bottom of the screen to reveal the Samsung keyboard settings
screen.
2. Set any of the following options:
• Portrait keyboard types allows you to choose a keyboard
configuration (Qwerty keyboard [default] or 3x4 keyboard).
• Input languages sets the input language. Tap a language from the
available list. The keyboard is updated to the selected language.
• Predictive text enables predictive text entry mode. This must be
enabled to gain access to the advanced settings. For more
information, refer to “Using XT9 Predictive Text” on page 79.
• Continuous input allows you to enter text by sliding your finger across
the keyboard.
• Keyboard swipe allows changing between the input modes without
having to use the Input Mode key. You can "sweep" the displayed
keyboard aside, in a similar manner to scrolling through the Home
screens.
• Voice input activates the Voice input feature. This is an experimental
feature that uses Google’s networked speech recognition application.
• Auto capitalisation automatically capitalizes the first letter of the first
word in each sentence (standard English style).
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• Auto-punctuate automatically inserts a full stop of text by tapping the
space bar twice when using the on-screen QWERTY keyboard.
• Character preview provides an automatic preview of the current
character selection within the text string. This is helpful when multiple
characters are available within one key.
• Key-tap sound activates an audible sound that plays as you tap
on-screen keys.
• Tutorial launches a brief onscreen tutorial covering the main concepts
related to the Samsung keypad.
• Reset settings reverts the keyboard settings back to their original
configuration and parameters.
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XT9 Advanced Settings
XT9 is a predictive text system that has next-letter prediction and
regional error correction, which compensates for users pressing the
wrong keys on QWERTY keyboards.
1. Press
& input
– or –
➔
and then tap System settings
(adjacent to the Samsung keyboard field).
➔
Language
➔
From within an active text entry screen, tap
from the
bottom of the screen to reveal the Samsung keyboard settings
screen.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the Predictive text slider
OFF
ON
to the right to turn it on
.
3. Tap the Predictive text field and configure any of the following
advanced options:
• Word completion tells your device to attempt to predict how to
complete the word you have started. (A blue check mark indicates the
feature is enabled.)
• Word completion point sets how many letters should be entered
before a word prediction is made. Choose from 2 letters, 3 letters, 4
letters, or 5 letters.
• Spell correction enables the automatic correction of typographical
errors by selecting from a list of possible words that reflect both the
characters of the keys you touched, and those of nearby characters.
(A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
• Next word prediction predicts the next word you are like to enter. (A
blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
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• Auto-append automatically adds predictions to the word you are
typing. (A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
• Auto-substitution allows the device to automatically recommend an
alternative set of words as you type. This option reduce “typos.”
(A blue check mark indicates the feature is enabled.)
• Regional correction automatically tries to correct errors caused when
you tap keys adjacent to the correct keys. (A blue check mark
indicates the feature is enabled.
• Recapture sets the device to redisplay the word suggestion list after
selecting the wrong word from the list.
• My word list allows you to add new words to the built-in XT9 dictionary.
–
–
–
Tap
(Add word).
Use the on-screen field to enter the new word.
Tap DONE to store the new word.
• Auto substitution list allows you to create a word rule by adding words
for automatic substitution during text entry (for example youve
becomes you’ve).
–
Tap the Auto substitution list field. Flick up or down to review the current
list of word substitutions.
–
–
Tap
(Add).
Enter the original word that will be replaced in the Shortcut field (for
example, youve).
–
–
Enter the substitute word that will be used in the Substitution field
(for example, you?fve).
Tap DONE to save the substitution rule.
4. Press
to return to the previous screen.
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Configure Google Voice Typing
1. From a screen where you can enter text, in a single motion, touch
and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen, then
select
(Select input method) ➔ Google voice typing.
2. The virtual keyboard is then removed and all subsequent input
to done via the microphone as text to speech.
3. Select a language by tapping at the bottom of the Listening
area.
•
Tap Add more languages to assign a new language via the Google
voice typing menu.
4. Removing the check mark from the Automatic field allows you to
select additional languages.
5. To block offensive language, from a screen where you can enter
text, touch and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the
screen, then select
input methods Google voice typing
Configuring Voice Input Recognition
This feature allows the device to correctly recognize verbal input.
1. Press and then tap System settings
Language & input Voice Search
(
Select input method) ➔ Configure
➔
➔
Block offensive words.
➔
➔
➔
.
2. Configure the available options to alter the settings associated
with this feature:
• Language: selects an input language and associated dialect
recognition (if available).
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• SafeSearch: sets the explicit image filter settings. These settings apply
to only Google voice search results. Choose from: Off Moderate, or
Strict
,
.
• Block offensive words: allows you to block recognition of known
offensive words or language. (A blue check mark indicates the feature
is active).
3. Press
to return to the previous screen.
Configuring Text-to-speech
This feature allows the device to provide a verbal readout of on-screen
data such as messages and incoming caller information. This action is
called TTS (Text-to-speech).
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
Text-to-speech output
➔
Language & input
➔
.
2. Select a current Preferred TTS engine from the list of available
options. The default is Google Text-to-speech.
3. Tap
to configure the engine’s settings. Set the desired
Language.
Back up and Reset
Backup configurations or reset the phone to erase all personal data.
ꢀ
Press
reset
Mobile Backup and Restore
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Backup &
.
The device can be configured to back up your current settings,
application data and settings.
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1. Press
reset
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Backup &
.
2. Tap Back up my data to create a backup of your current phone
settings and applications.
3. Tap Back account to assign the account being backed up.
4. Tap Automatic restore to assist in the re-installation of a
previously installed application (including preferences and
data).
5. Tap Factory data reset to reset your device and sound settings to
the factory default settings. For more information, refer to
“Factory Data Reset” on page 232.
Prior to doing a Factory Reset
Before initiating a factory reset, it is recommended that you backup
your personal data prior to use.
To export a Contact list to your microSD card (storage):
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Press and then tap Import/export
3. Tap Export to storage
(People).
.
➔
OK. For more information, refer to
“Export/Import” on page 97.
Verify your images and videos are on your microSD card:
1. From the Home screen, tap
Gallery).
(Applications) ➔
(
2. Verify the Gallery contains all of your pictures and videos.
3. Remove both the back cover and remove the internal microSD
card prior to initiating the process.
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Factory Data Reset
From this menu you can reset your phone and sound settings to the
factory default settings.
1. Press
reset
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Backup &
➔
Factory data reset.
2. Read the on-screen reset information.
3. Tap Reset phone.
4. If necessary, enter your password and tap Erase everything
.
The device resets to the factory default settings automatically
and when finished displays the Home screen.
Note: Data will be reset. Any previously installed Play Store
applications will no longer appear on the device.
Date and Time
This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed.
1. Press
time
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Date &
.
2. Tap Automatic data & time to allow the network set the date and
time.
Important! Deactivate Automatic data & time to manually set the rest of
the options.
3. Tap Automatic time zone to allow the network set the time zone
information automatically.
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4. Tap Set date and use the plus or minus icons to set the Month
Day, and Year then tap Set
5. Tap Set time and use the plus or minus icons, set Hour, and
Minute. Tap PM or AM, then tap Set
,
.
.
6. Tap Select time zone, then tap a time zone.
7. Tap Use 24-hour format. If this is not selected the device
automatically uses a 12-hour format.
8. Tap Select date format and select the date format type.
Accessibility Settings
This service lets you enable and disable downloaded accessibility
applications that aid in navigating your Android device, such as
TalkBack (uses synthesized speech to describe the results of actions),
KickBack (provides haptic feedback for actions), and SoundBack
(plays sounds for various actions). Also lets you enable use of the
power key to end calls.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Accessibility
.
Note: Initially, it might be necessary to download accessibility
applications from the Android Market.
2. Tap TalkBack to access the feature. In a single motion touch and
OFF
3. Select the Power button ends call field to activate this feature
which uses to end any current calls.
ON
slide the slider
to the right to turn it on
.
4. Select the Auto-rotate screen field to activate this feature which
automatically rotates an available screen.
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Note: Some screens can not be rotated.
5. Select the Speak passwords field to activate this feature which
reads out password information.
6. Tap the Tap & hold delay field to select a time interval for this
action. Choose from: Short, Medium, or Long.
7. Tap the Install web scripts
➔
Allow to activate/deactivate the
feature which allows some applications to install scripts from
Google that makes the Web site’s content more accessible.
Developer Options
Use the Developer options to set options for application development.
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
options
.
Important! These features are used for development purposes only.
USB Debugging
When enabled, allows debugging when the device is attached to a PC
by a USB cable.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
options
.
2. Tap USB debugging to enable or disable the setting. When
enabled, a check mark appears in the check box.
Development device ID
The identification number for your device when using it as a
development tool displays in this field.
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Stay awake
When enabled, the screen will never go black or sleep while the
device is being charged.
Allowing Mock Locations
Note: This feature is used for development purposes only.
If you are a developer who is testing a GPS applications using this
device, you can tell the device that the phone is at different GPS
locations. In other words, the phone is allowed to “mock” the
coordinates.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
options
.
2. Tap Allow mock locations to enable or disable the setting. When
enabled, a check mark appears in the check box.
Desktop Backup Password
Protect the desktop with a backup password ID.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
options
.
2. Tap Desktop backup password
.
3. In the Settings screen, enter the current full backup password,
the new password for full backups, then enter the new password
again.
4. Tap Set backup password to save the password change.
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User Interface Options
Configure the user interface by setting the behavior for the way the
screen behaves when using applications or displaying data.
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
options
.
2. Tap the check box next to each option to enable:
• Strict mode enabled: Makes the screen flash when applications
perform long operations on the main thread.
• Pointer location: Highlights the data that was touched on the screen.
• Show touches: Displays touch interactions on the screen.
• Show screen updates: Areas of the screen flash when they update.
• Show CPU usage: Screen highlights the current CPU usage.
• Force GPU rendering: Uses a 2D acceleration in applications.
• Window animation scale: Configure the scale for animation (ranges
from off to 10x).
• Transition animation scale: Configure the scale for transitioning when
using animation (ranges from off to 10x).
Application Options
1. Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
Developer
options
.
2. Tap Don’t keep activities to destroy every activity as soon as the
application is closed.
3. Tap Background process limit to set the number of processes
that can run in the background. Options are: Standard limit, No
background processes, and 1 to 4 processes at most.
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4. Tap Show all ANRs to display a prompt when applications
running in the background are not responding.
Google Search Settings
You can use this to search the Web search.
1. From the Home screen, tap
(Applications) ➔
(Search).
2. Press
➔
Settings.
3. Tap any of the following search parameters to then alter the
settings:
• Searchable items: select whether or not to search in Google, Apps,
Browser, Chrome, Messaging, Music, People and Play Books.
• Google Search opens a screen where you can set your Google
search preferences.
–
–
–
–
–
Google Account: notes that no current Google account is active on the
device and one should be set up. Tap to begin the set up process.
Use Web History: includes search matches from Google’s online
search engine.
Clear on-device search history: erases the history for recently
selected search results.
Use My Location: uses your My Location information for Google
search results and services.
Search on google.com: allows you to use your local domain
(www.google.com) for searches.
–
–
Terms of service: displays the applications’ service terms.
Open Source Licenses: displays the applications’ open source license
information.
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About Phone
This menu contains legal information, system tutorial information, and
other phone information such as the model number, firmware version,
baseband version, kernel version, and software build number.
To access phone information:
ꢀ
Press
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
About
phone. The following information displays:
• Software update: allows you to connect to the network and upload any
new phone software directly to your device. The device automatically
updates with the latest available software when you access this option.
• Status: displays the battery status, the level of the battery
(percentage), the network connection, signal strength, mobile network
type, service state, roaming status, mobile network state, the phone
number for this device, IMEI number, IMEI SV, IP address, Wi-Fi MAC
address, Bluetooth address, Serial number, Up time, and Device
status.
• Legal information: This option displays information about Open
source licenses, as well as Google legal information. This information
clearly provides copyright and distribution legal information and facts
as well as Google Terms of Service, Terms of Service for Android-
powered Phones, and much more pertinent information as a
reference.
Read the information and terms, then press
Settings menu.
to return to the
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• Model number: displays the device’s model number.
• Android version: displays the firmware version loaded on this device.
• Baseband version: displays the baseband version loaded on this
device.
• Kernel version: displays the kernel version loaded on this device.
• Build number: displays the software, build number.
Note: Firmware, baseband, kernel and build numbers are usually used
for updates to the handset or support. For additional information
please contact your TracFone service representative.
Software Update
The Software Update feature enables you to use your phone to
connect to the network and upload any new phone software directly to
your phone. The phone automatically updates with the latest available
software when you access this option.
Note: If
appears in the Status Bar area, tap it to be taken to the
Software updated screen.
1. Press
phone
➔
and then tap System settings
➔
About
➔
Software update
.
2. Read the Software update information screen and tap Confirm
.
3. Select an available option:
Note: You configure the device’s software update parameters.
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• OK: Tap this option to connect to the remote server, detect if there is an
available update, the begin the download over your existing data
connection.
–
Software updates can include bug fixes, enhancements to services, to
the device or currently installed software.
• Wi-Fi settings: Enable this option to only download available updates
via an active Wi-Fi connection. If disabled, the device will begin
available downloads via its’ TracFone connection.
• Cancel: Tap this option to cancel the operation.
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Index
Applications 31
Browser 31, 144
Calculator 32, 145
Calendar 32
Numerics
3 Sec Pause
Adding 58
A
Camera 33, 148
Accessibility
Install Web Scripts 234
Accessing
Recently-usedapplications
43
Clock 33
Downloads 34
Email 34, 150
Gallery 34
Gmail 34, 150
Google Maps 36, 157
Google+ 35
Latitude 35
Local 35
Voice mail 11
Accounts and Sync
Adding Contacts 96
Add 3 Sec Pause 60
Adjusting
Messaging 36, 160
Messenger 36
Navigation 37
People 37
Phone 37
Play Books 37
Play Store 38
Call volume 63
Airplane Mode 199
Alarm
Setting 149
Turning Off 149
Volume 208
Allowing Mock Locations 235
Answering a call 58
Application cache and data
Clearing 169
Application Menus
Navigating through 42
Search 38
Settings 38
Storage Used 214
Using the Camcorder 136
Using the Camera 130
Voice Command 39
YouTube 39, 171
241
Applications and
Development 144
Automatic Restore 231
B
Back up
My Account 231
My Data 231
Scanning for other Devices
197
Sending Contact
Information 186
Sending Contacts Via 186
Set Visibility 183
Settings 182
Turning on and off 182,
Background Data
Restrict 198
195
Visibility 196
Visible Time-Out 183
Browser 174
Backup and Restore 230
Battery Cover
Removal 3
Adding bookmarks 176
Deleting bookmarks 177
Easier to Read Pages 180
Emptying cookies 177
Entering a URL 174
Inverted Display 180
Quick Controls 181
Search Engine 180
Settings 178
Replace 4
Battery Usage 211
Bing
Set Search Engine 180
Bluetooth 195
About 182
Change Name 183
Device Name 196
Disconnecting a Paired
Device 185
Bubble
Options 107
Off 182, 196
C
On 182, 196
Pairing Devices 184
Review Downloaded Files
184
Calculator
Scientific Functions 145
Calendar
Scan for Devices 183
Creating an event 147
Manually Sync Events 146
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Settings 147
Call Forwarding 203
Configuring 203
Call Functions 54
Answering 58
Background Calling 55
Ending 55
Ending a Call 55
Ending via Status Bar 56
Making a Multi-Party Call
65
Pause Dialing 60
Redialing the last number
61
Wait dialing 61
Call Log 68
Call Waiting 67, 204
Caller ID 204
Calls
Making a 54
Multi-party 65
Muting 65
Camcorder 136
Accessing the Video
Folder 139
Options 137
Shooting Video 136
Camera 129
Camera Options 131
Default Storage Location
132, 138
Taking Pictures 130
Camera (PTP) 188
Clearing
Accessing 68
Accessing from
Notifications 69
Altering Numbers 70
Erasing 70
Call Settings 202
Additional Settings 204
General 202
Applicationcacheanddata
169
Configuration
Initial 7
Connections
Accessing the Internet 174
Contact
Call Volume
Adjusting 63
Copying to microSD Card
93
Creating a New 84
243
Importing from SIM Card
93
Add Account 216
CPU Usage
New From Keypad 86
Contact Entry
Options 92
Contact List
Options 91
Display 236
Creating a Playlist 142
Creating and sending
Messages 102
Customizing
Contacts
Home screens 44
Adding a Number to
Existing 90
D
Data Limit
Additional Options 97
Deleting 91
Setting 198
Data Roaming 198
Data Usage
Cycle 198
Limiting 198
Display Options 95, 97
Export List to microSD 231
Family Name First 98
Given Name First 98
Send Namecard Via 92
Send to Voicemail 92
Settings 97
View Contact Names As
98
Contacts List 54
Context Menus 89
Cookies
Date
Selecting Format 233
Date and Time 232
Default Notifications
Settings 209
Default Storage
Assigning 129
Camcorder 129
Camera 129
Emptying 177
Camera Storage 132, 138
Copying Contact 93
Corporate Email
Account Syncronization
216
Deleting
Multiple Messages 108
Single Bubble 108, 109
Single Message 108
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Deleting a contact 91
Desktop Backup Password
235
Without SIM 56
Emoticons 104
Ending
Device
A call 55
Reset 232
Display
Icons 20
Settings 20
Status Bar 20
Displaying your phone
number 54
Entering Text 72
Exchange Email 116
Account Setup 116
Composing 119
Configuring Settings 120
Deleting Message 120
Opening 119
Downloading
New application 167
Downloads 150
E
Refreshing Messages 119
F
Factory Data Reset 232
Prior To 231
Email 110
Factory data reset 52
Favorites Tab 98
Fixed Dialing Numbers 204
Font Size
Composing 114
Configuring Settings 114
Creating an Internet
Account 111
Caption 172
Deleting an Internet
Account 113
Minimum 180
Minimum Setting 179
Internet Email 111
Opening 113
G
Gallery
Refreshing Messages 113
Sending 97
Image Options 134
Opening 140
Emergency Calls
Making 56
Games
Volume 208
With SIM 57
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Getting Started 1
Battery Cover 3
Locking/Unlocking the
Device 8
microSD card 5
Switching Device On/Off 8
Voice Mail 11
Signing into Your Account
10
Voice Typing 72
Google Books 166
Google Chrome 148
Google Location Services
Enabling 217
Gmail 123, 150
Composing a message
124
Google Mail
see also Gmail 124
Google Maps
Creating an Additional
Account 125
Enabling a location source
157
Opening 123
Opening a map 158
Google Search 170
Settings 237
Google Talk 38, 171
Google Voice Typing
Configuring 81, 229
Using 81
Other Options 123
Refreshing 123
Signing In 123
Viewing 124
Google
Account Management
Settings 215
Account Syncronization
215
Add Account 215
Adding a Sync Account
215
Google’s Location Services
158, 162, 217
GPS Satellites 158, 162, 217
GPU
Force Rendering 236
Groups
Create New Account 9
Retrieving Password 10
Set Search Engine 180
Adding an Member to an
Existing Group 99
Creating a new caller
group 98
246
Deleting 100
Deleting a Caller Group
100
Importing and Exporting
To SIM card 97
In call
Editing a Caller Group 100
Removing an Entry 99
Settings 100
H
Options 62
Indicator icons 20
International Call 60
International Calls
Making 60
Haptic feedback 210
Internet 174
Hold
Search 175
Placing a call on hold 63
Home 27
Internet Email 110
IP Address 238
L
Language
Select 224
Location & Google Search 218
Lock Screen
Showing Owner Info 221
Viewing Missed Calls 71
M
Home Key 26
Home Screen
Menu Settings 30
Overview 27
Home screens
Customizing 44
I
Icons
Description 20
Indicator 20
Making
Status 20
Images
Assigning as a Contact
icon 135
Assigning as wallpaper
135
Emergency Calls 56
International Calls 60
New call 54
Managing Applications
Clearing Application
Cache 212
Transferring 231
Verifying 231
Uninstalling Third-party
Applications 213
247
Market
see Play Store 166
Viewing new 105
microSD Card
Marking contact
As a default 92
Insertion 5
Removal 6
Media device (MTP) 188
Merge Calls 65
Message
Microsoft Exchange 84, 111
Missed Call
Viewing from Lock Screen
71
Options 103
Read 105
Mobile Data
Reply 106
Set Limit 198
Threads 106
Mobile data
Message Search 109
Message threads 106
Messaging
Adding Attachments 104
Composing Options 104
Creating and sending 102
Creating and Sending Text
Messages 102
Deleting a message 108
Gmail 123
Icons on the Status Bar
102
Activate/Deactivate 197,
198
Mobile Networks 201
Mobile Web 174
Entering Text in the Mobile
Web Browser 174
Using Bookmarks 175
Mounting the SD card 51
MTP 188
Multi-Party Call 65
Dropping One Participant
67
Insert Smiley 104
Menu Options 103
Options 103
Private conversation 66
Multi-party call
Setting up 65
Settings 109
Signing into Gail 123
Types of Messages 101
Multi-party calls 65
Multi-Tasking
Background Calling 55
248
Music
create a playlist 142
On/Off Switch 8
Organizer
Playlists 142
Calculator 145
Outlook 111
Synchronizing 216
Overview
remove music 143
rename a playlist 143
Volume 208
Music App
Music Application 140
Music Player
Home Screen 27
Owner Information 221
P
adding music 142
Passwords
N
Make Visible 222
Pause Dialing 60
Phone
Navigating
Application Menus 42
Sub-Menus 43
Through Screens 40
Network connection
Adding a new 191
New applications
Downloading 167
Non-Market Applications 169
Notification Bar 25
Using 25
Icons 20
Switching on/off 8
Phone number
Finding 54
Phone Ringtone 209
Photos
Options 134
Sharing 134
Play Books 166
Play Store 166
Predictive Text
On 79, 227
Notifications
Volume 208
O
Using XT9 77, 79
Primary Shortcuts 29
Adding and Deleting 44
Customizing 44
Offensive Words
Block 230
249
PTP 188
Samsung Keypad
Entering Symbols 77
Settings 225
Q
Quick Dialing 55
Symbol/Numeric Mode 76
Save a Number
From Keypad 86
Screen
Home 27
Navigation 40
Screen Lock
R
Recently-used Applications
Accessing 43
Redialing the last number 61
Reject Call
Quick Response
Messages 202
Remove Account 113, 116
Reset 232
Reset Device 232
Restore 230
Set Up 219
Screen Lock Pattern
Changing 219
Creating 219
Deleting 220
Ringtone
Screen Rotation
Auto-Rotate 210
Screen Tap
Vibrate 210
Screen Timeout 211
Screens
Phone 209
Volume 208
S
SafeSearch 230
Samsung Keyboard 73
ABC Mode 76
Changing the Input Type
74
Customizing 44
SD card
Communicating With 51
Mounting the 51
Unmounting 52
Search
Enabling 73
Predictive Text 77
Settings 77, 225
XT9 Advanced Settings
227
Settings 237
250
Search Engine 180
Setting an alarm 149
Setting up
Snooze 149
SNS 96
Social Network
Resync 96
Voicemail 11
Settings 193
Accessing 193
Browser 178
Contact list 97
Display 20
Enabling the GPS
Satellites 217
Enabling Wireless
Locations 217
Messaging 109
Setup
Social Networking
Adding Contacts From 96
Software Update 238
Wi-Fi 240
Speakerphone
Turning on and off 64
Status Bar 20
Sub-Menus
Navigation 43
System
Alarm 208
Initial 7
Shortcuts
T
Text
Adding from Application
Screen 45
Deleting from a Screen 46
Managing 45
Adjusting Size 179
Double-Tap Zoom 179
Minimum Font Size 179
Text Input
Primary 29
Methods 72
SIM Card
Text Input Method
Selecting 72
Text-to-speech 230
Configuration 230
Third-Party Applications 213
Uninstalling 170
Changing Exisitng PIN 222
Importing and Exporting 97
Lock 222
SIM Card Lock
Setting Up 222
251
Time Zone
Selecting 233
Tools
Camera 130
TTS 230
Deleting a Favorite 177
Editing Favorites 176
V
Vibration
Setup 208
Video
Volume 208
Videos
U
Understanding Your Device
13
Back View 18
Display 19
Features 13
Options 133
Voice Dialer 171
Using 59
Front View 15
Home 27
Voice Input Recognition 229
Voice mail
Uninstalling
Third-party applications
170
Accessing 11
Accessing from another
phone 12
Unknown Sources 169
Unmounting
SD card 52
Setting up 11
Voice Typing 72
Configuring 81, 229
Using 81
Usage
Battery 211
Voicemail 206
Volume Settings
Adjusting 207
VPN
USB Connections
As Device Storage 188
USB Debugging 189, 234
Disabling 51
Adding 199
USB Settings
As Media Device 188
Using Favorites
Adding Favorites 176
Connecting To 200
Deleting 200
Editing 200
Settings 199
252
Manually scan for network
192
W
Wait 61
Off 192
Wait dialing 61
Wallpapers
Changing 47
Managing 47
Web
Clear Cookies 179
History 177
Set Home Page 178
Web applications
enable downloading 187
Web Scripts
On 190, 193
Settings 193, 194
Show Usage 198
Status icons 191
Wi-Fi Direct 201
Activation 201
Y
Yahoo! 180
YouTube
High Quality 143, 173
Install 234
Settings 172
Widgets
Adding and Removing 46
Google Talk 38
Moving to a Different
Screen 47
Settings 38, 171
Wi-Fi
About 189
Activating 190, 193
Advanced settings 192
Connecting to 190
Deactivating 192
Direct Connection 201
Manually Adding Network
195
253
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