Samsung SM-J701F/DS, User Manual

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Page 2: ...tering text 32 Screen capture 33 Opening apps 33 Multi window 37 Samsung account 38 Transferring data from your previous device 41 Device and data management 44 Sharing features 45 Emergency mode Appl...

Page 3: ...otifications 109 Display 111 Wallpapers and themes 111 Advanced features 113 Device maintenance 117 Apps 117 Lock screen and security 118 Cloud and accounts 120 Google 120 Accessibility 121 General ma...

Page 4: ...dia provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Users are entirely responsible for...

Page 5: ...formance and is in the device s normal range of operation If the battery becomes too hot the charger may stop charging Do the following when the device heats up Disconnect the charger from the device...

Page 6: ...recording videos for extended periods When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting When connecting to aTV While multitasking or when running many apps in the background When using...

Page 7: ...ntinues to overheat contact a Samsung Service Centre Device limitations when the device overheats When the device heats up the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to coo...

Page 8: ...arger or battery Package contents Check the product box for the following items Device Battery Quick start guide The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on...

Page 9: ...ayout Microphone Headset jack Back key Multipurpose jack Proximity sensor Front camera Speaker Power key Touchscreen Recents key Home key Flash Volume key Rear camera Flash Back cover Speaker GPS ante...

Page 10: ...Do not cover the proximity sensor area with screen accessories such as a screen protector or stickers Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen The tou...

Page 11: ...r Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively Doing so may damage the cover 2 Insert the battery with the battery s gold co...

Page 12: ...Basics 12 3 Replace the back cover Removing the battery 1 Remove the back cover 2 Pull out the battery...

Page 13: ...er when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power The charger should remain close to the electr...

Page 14: ...ed such as emails Decrease the backlight time Decrease the screen brightness Battery charging tips and precautions When the battery power is low the battery icon appears empty If the battery is comple...

Page 15: ...MISE to change the power saving settings before entering power saving mode 3 Tap APPLY Maximum power saving mode In maximum power saving mode the device decreases battery consumption by applying the d...

Page 16: ...SIM card is inserted Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider For more information about service availability contact your service provider 1 Remove the back cover and...

Page 17: ...it Customising SIM or USIM cards Launch the Settings app and tap Connections SIM card manager and select a SIM or USIM card to access the following options Icon Change the icon of the SIM or USIM car...

Page 18: ...it Use caution to insert the memory card right side up The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards When inserting a card formatted in a different file system the device wi...

Page 19: ...device Launch the Settings app and tap Device maintenance Storage Storage settings SD card Format FORMAT Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored i...

Page 20: ...ply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area Leaving the touchscreen idle for...

Page 21: ...p and hold an item and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap the screen Swiping Swipe upwards downwards to the left or to the right Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart o...

Page 22: ...displays widgets shortcuts to apps and more The Apps screen displays icons for all apps including newly installed apps The screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider A w...

Page 23: ...Home screen Apps screen Moving items Tap and hold an item and then drag it to a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen To add a shortcut to an app on the Home...

Page 24: ...new folder containing the selected apps will be created Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name Adding more apps Tap ADD APPS on the folder Tick the apps to add and tap ADD You can also add an...

Page 25: ...s Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen Tap and hold a widget and then drag it to the Home screen The widget will b...

Page 26: ...ength Roaming outside of normal service area Preferred SIM or USIM card for calls GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA network connected LT...

Page 27: ...nting others from accessing your device After setting the screen lock method the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it Swipe Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it Patter...

Page 28: ...ification panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notification panel swipe upwards on the screen You can open the notification panel even on the locked screen You can use the following functi...

Page 29: ...n features Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons To change feature settings tap the text under each button To view more detailed settings tap and hold a button To rearrange bu...

Page 30: ...tap it twice Change the keyboard settings Enter a space Changing the input language Tap Languages and types MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES and then select the languages to use When you select two or more lan...

Page 31: ...voice Add an item from the clipboard Enter emoticons Change the keyboard for one handed operation Change the keyboard settings Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text 2 Drag or to select the desi...

Page 32: ...dictionaries next to a dictionary to download it 3 View the definition in the dictionary pop up window To switch to the full screen view tap Tap the definition on the screen to view more definitions I...

Page 33: ...used apps tap and select a recent app window Closing an app Tap and tap or drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it To close all running apps tap CLOSE ALL Multi window Introduction M...

Page 34: ...Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window The selected app will launch in the upper window 3 In the lower window swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch To launch a...

Page 35: ...the bar between the app windows to access additional options Switch locations between app windows Close the currently selected app Adjusting the window size Drag the bar between the app windows up or...

Page 36: ...een view Press the Home key to minimise the split screen view The icon will appear on the status bar The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain active in the mi...

Page 37: ...nt Help Registering your Samsung account Registering a new Samsung account If you do not have a Samsung account you should create one 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts Accounts Add...

Page 38: ...art Switch or Samsung Cloud This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers Limitations apply Visit www samsung com smartswitch for details Samsung takes copyright seriously Only transf...

Page 39: ...vices download and install Smart Switch from Galaxy Apps or Play Store 2 Place the devices near each other 3 Launch Smart Switch on both devices 4 On the previous device tap WIRELESS SEND CONNECT 5 On...

Page 40: ...witch 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch If your previous device is not a Samsung device back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device s manufacturer Then skip to the fifth step...

Page 41: ...want to restore and tap RESTORE NOW Device and data management Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer Move audio video image or other types of files from the device to the computer or...

Page 42: ...it updates will be downloaded when the device is connected to aWi Fi network Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software 1 On the computer...

Page 43: ...up data from Samsung Cloud using a Samsung account tap Restore Select a device and the data types you want to restore and tap RESTORE NOW The selected data will be restored to your device Using a Goog...

Page 44: ...server and share the link and the access code with others even if they are not saved in your contacts list To use this feature your phone number must be verified View content onTV SmartView View your...

Page 45: ...others sound an emergency alarm and more Press and hold the Power key and then tap Emergency mode Add more apps to use Make an emergency call Remaining battery power and usage time left Turn on the fl...

Page 46: ...load free apps tap INSTALL To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the price and follow the on screen instructions To change the auto update settings tap Settings Auto update apps and th...

Page 47: ...need permission to access or use information on your device When you open an app a pop up window may appear and request access to certain features or information Tap ALLOW on the pop up window to gra...

Page 48: ...the Phone app 2 Enter a phone number If the keypad does not appear on the screen tap to open the keypad 3 Tap or to make a voice call or tap to make a video call Add the number to the contacts list Pr...

Page 49: ...digit For example if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number tap 1 tap 2 and then tap and hold 3 Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen drag outside the large circle Making ca...

Page 50: ...Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls Alternatively launch the Phone app and tap RECENTS to view missed calls Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to y...

Page 51: ...rom your ears Keypad Hide Open or close the keypad Mute Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you End the current call During a video call Tap the screen to use the following opt...

Page 52: ...1 Launch the Contacts app 2 Tap and select a storage location 3 Enter contact information Select a storage location Add an image Open more information fields Scan contact information from a business c...

Page 53: ...the calls list 1 Launch the Phone app and tap RECENTS 2 Tap a caller s image or tap a phone number Details 3 Tap CREATE CONTACT to create a new contact or tap UPDATE EXISTING to add the number to an...

Page 54: ...unt or Sync Contacts Searching for contacts Launch the Contacts app Use one of the following search methods Scroll up or down the contacts list Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the c...

Page 55: ...ile 2 Tap EDIT edit your profile and tap SAVE 3 Tap Profile sharing and then tap the switch to activate it To use the profile sharing feature your phone number must be verified You can view your conta...

Page 56: ...s Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline your contacts list 1 Launch the Contacts app 2 Tap Manage contacts Merge contacts 3 Tick contacts and tap MERGE Deleting contacts 1 Launch the Contact...

Page 57: ...al charges for sending messages when you are roaming 1 Launch the Messages app 2 Tap 3 Add recipients and tap COMPOSE 4 Enter a message Access additional options Enter a message Add recipients from th...

Page 58: ...ONS 2 On the messages list select a contact 3 View your conversation To reply to the message enter a message and tap or Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specific numbers added to your bl...

Page 59: ...the device to vibrate when you receive messages Pop up display Set the device to display messages in pop up windows Preview message Set the device to display message content on the locked screen and...

Page 60: ...r and launch the Internet app 2 Tap the address field 3 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen Bookmark the current w...

Page 61: ...MODE If you are using this feature for the first time set whether to use a password for secret mode In secret mode you cannot use some features such as screen capture In secret mode the device will ch...

Page 62: ...tap Add account If you have more than one email account you can set one as the default account Tap Set default account Sending emails 1 Tap to compose an email 2 Add recipients and enter an email text...

Page 63: ...r record videos in places where you may violate other people s privacy Launching Camera Use the following methods to launch Camera Launch the Camera app Press the Home key twice quickly On the locked...

Page 64: ...mode switch between cameras or apply filters or other effects Front camera preview Rear camera preview Shooting modes Filters and other effects Switching cameras On the preview screen swipe upwards o...

Page 65: ...the preview screen where the camera should focus 2 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in and pinch to zoom out Or drag on the zoom bar towards...

Page 66: ...ting based on changes to the subjects or light sources Tap and hold the area to focus the AF AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked The setting remains lock...

Page 67: ...can result in noise in photos Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to life colour range Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together t...

Page 68: ...th rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas On the shooting mode list tap HDR Rich tone This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Without ef...

Page 69: ...auty effects on the screen 1 On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwards or tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits 2 On the shooting modes list tap Selfie 3 Face the front camera le...

Page 70: ...fie mode 1 On the preview screen tap 2 Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and take a photo of yourself SkinTone Make your skin appear brighter and clea...

Page 71: ...switches to activate them 5 Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self portrait The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of th...

Page 72: ...ctivate the flash Do not use the flash close to your eyes Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes Set the device to record sound before or after taking...

Page 73: ...electing subjects Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to the photo GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or i...

Page 74: ...os by album or create stories to share with others Viewing images and videos Viewing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES 2 Select an image Access additional options Automatically adjust t...

Page 75: ...e icon on the preview thumbnail Lock the playback screen Switch to the pop up video player Rewind or fast forward by dragging the bar Skip to the previous video Tap and hold to rewind Skip to the next...

Page 76: ...ocation tags sort the images and videos and then create stories To create stories automatically you must capture or save multiple images and videos Creating stories Create stories with various themes...

Page 77: ...your contacts To use this feature your phone number must be verified You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers...

Page 78: ...p the Samsung Cloud switch to activate it Images and videos captured on the device will be automatically saved to Samsung Cloud Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image o...

Page 79: ...to paint with various brushes Tap Image to insert an image by selecting from Gallery or by taking a photo Tap Voice to record a voice recording and insert it into the note Voice recording will start i...

Page 80: ...ames downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily Access additional options Add games Open games with or with...

Page 81: ...Play Store and Galaxy Apps will be automatically shown on the game launcher screen If you cannot see your games tap Add apps Removing a game from Game Launcher Tap and hold a game and tap Remove Chang...

Page 82: ...he icon on the game screen again open the notification panel and tap the Game Tools notification Capture screenshots Record your game session Dim and lock the game s screen Lock the Recents and Back k...

Page 83: ...ap a date If the date already has saved events or tasks in it tap the date and tap 3 Enter event details Select a calendar to use or sync with Attach a map showing the location of the event Enter the...

Page 84: ...with launch the Calendar app and tap Manage calendars Add account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added it will appear on the list S Health Introduction S Health hel...

Page 85: ...epending on the region View and manage trackers View health tips Compare your step count records with other S Health users or compete with your friends Set your daily goals and track your progress Mon...

Page 86: ...on may be stored until the completion of such purposes You can delete personal data stored by S Health by using the Reset data option in the Settings menu To delete any data you have shared with socia...

Page 87: ...1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Voice Recorder app 2 Tap to start recording Speak into the microphone Tap to pause recording While making a voice recording tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmark S...

Page 88: ...n event or set a specific duration ALARM Launch the Clock app and tap ALARM Setting alarms Tap in the alarms list set an alarm time select the days on which the alarm will repeat set other various ala...

Page 89: ...en tap DELETE STOPWATCH 1 Launch the Clock app and tap STOPWATCH 2 Tap START to time an event To record lap times while timing an event tap LAP 3 Tap STOP to stop timing To restart the timing tap RESU...

Page 90: ...story tap HISTORY To close the calculation history panel tap KEYPAD To clear the history tap HISTORY CLEAR HISTORY To use the unit conversion tool tap You can convert various values such as area lengt...

Page 91: ...e the frequency Record a song from the FM radio View the list of available stations Access additional options Add the current radio station to the favourites list Search for an available radio station...

Page 92: ...ns 92 Secure Folder Secure Folder protects your private content and apps such as photos and notes from being accessed by others You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device i...

Page 93: ...h the Secure Folder app Alternatively launch the Settings app and tap Lock screen and security Secure Folder 2 Tap START 3 Tap SIGN IN and sign in to your Samsung account 4 Select a lock method to use...

Page 94: ...ving content to Secure Folder Move content such as photos and contacts to Secure Folder The following actions are an example of moving an image from the default storage to Secure Folder 1 Launch the S...

Page 95: ...app to use in Secure Folder 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Add apps 2 Tick one or more apps installed on the device and tap ADD To install apps from Play Store or Galaxy Apps tap DOWNLOAD FRO...

Page 96: ...ack up content and apps in Secure Folder to Samsung Cloud using your Samsung account and restore them later Backing up data 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Settings Backup and restore 2 Tap Add...

Page 97: ...provides entertainment social network and business apps You may require a Google account to access some apps Refer to Accounts for more information To view more app information access each app s help...

Page 98: ...ur content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Photos Search for manage and edit all your photos and videos from var...

Page 99: ...cess the Internet or other network devices Your device uses a non harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries TheWLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors b...

Page 100: ...aWi Fi network without requiring an access point 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap the switch to activate it 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct The detected devices are listed If the device...

Page 101: ...ge data or media files with other Bluetooth enabled devices Samsung is not responsible for the loss interception or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth Always ensure that you share and recei...

Page 102: ...ces will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth You can share data such as contacts or med...

Page 103: ...data connections on any mobile network Mobile data usage Monitor your mobile data usage Billing cycle and data warning Set a limit for mobile data usage Ultra data saving mode Reduce your mobile data...

Page 104: ...off during takeoff and landing After takeoff you can use the device in flight mode if allowed by aircraft personnel Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device...

Page 105: ...and select the level of security Then enter a password and tap SAVE 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from theWi Fi networks list 4 On the connected device use the devic...

Page 106: ...vious call or message is different from your preferred SIM or USIM card Dual SIM always on Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM card during a call When this feature is ena...

Page 107: ...tings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device to a printer viaWi Fi orWi Fi Direct and print images or documents Some printers may not be compatible with the device Add...

Page 108: ...djusted Volume Adjust the volume level for call ringtones music and videos system sounds and notifications Ringtone Change the ringtones for calls or notifications Vibration pattern Select a vibration...

Page 109: ...Do not disturb is activated Display Options Change the display and the Home screen settings On the Settings screen tap Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display Outdoor mode Activate ou...

Page 110: ...the Home screen Some app features may not be available in easy mode Switching to easy mode 1 On the Settings screen tap Display Easy mode Easy mode 2 Tap DONE Returning to standard mode Swipe to the l...

Page 111: ...efer to Game Launcher for more information Caller ID and spam protection Set the device to identify unsaved phone numbers when you receive incoming calls or messages You can also set it to display you...

Page 112: ...messages by pressing the Power key three times You can also send sound recordings along with the message to the recipients Refer to Send SOS messages for more information Direct share Set the device...

Page 113: ...ontacts to add an existing contact as an emergency contact Device maintenance The device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device s battery storage memory and system secur...

Page 114: ...left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions You cannot receive notifications from apps that use...

Page 115: ...the memory To delete residual files such as cache tap CLEAN NOW To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more select a category under USER DATA Then tick items to select and tap DELET...

Page 116: ...available when this feature is activated depending on the service provider or the mobile network conditions On the Settings screen tap Device maintenance Ultra data saving and then tap the switch to a...

Page 117: ...ype Change the screen lock method Smart Lock Set the device to automatically unlock itself in certain situations Secure lock settings Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method Informati...

Page 118: ...urity settings Configure additional security settings Cloud and accounts Introduction Sync back up or restore your device s data using Samsung Cloud or reset your device You can also register and mana...

Page 119: ...d accounts My Profile Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts or other accounts to sync with Adding accounts Some apps used on your device require a registered account Create accounts to have th...

Page 120: ...ally restore settings and app data from the Google server when apps are reinstalled Google Configure settings for some features provided by Google On the Settings screen tap Google Accessibility Confi...

Page 121: ...t the device On the Settings screen tap General management Language and input Select device languages and change settings such as keyboards and voice input types Some options may not be available depe...

Page 122: ...n tap User manual About phone Access your device s information On the Settings screen tap About phone My phone number View your phone number Status View various device information such as the SIM card...

Page 123: ...N incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more...

Page 124: ...eezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Centre Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs you may need t...

Page 125: ...nected Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing theVolume key or move to another area A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio quality is poor Ensure that you...

Page 126: ...ttery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the...

Page 127: ...s may not work properly Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service provider or providers of additional services Some content circulated on the Internet such as r...

Page 128: ...s a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly There is not enough space in the devic...

Page 129: ...the status bar downwards and then drag the notification panel downwards Tap next to the brightness adjustment bar and tap the Show control on top switch to activate it Samsung Cloud does not work Ensu...

Page 130: ...accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment d...

Page 131: ...all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value This is because th...

Page 132: ...storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electro...