Samsung Galaxy J1 User manual

SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.

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Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity.
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1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
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(patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets,
copyrights, software, computer programs, and related
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not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the
Intellectual Property.
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attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse
engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt
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THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR
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OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.

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Modification of Software
SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE
ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR
EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR
MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.
USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE
MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO
WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR CARRIER MAY NOT PERMIT
USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH
AS CUSTOM OS.
Samsung KNOX™
Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform and
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enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be
required. For more information about Knox, please refer
to:
www.samsung.com/us/knox. [030115]

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Address:
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Ridgefield Park,
New Jersey 07660
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet Address: www.samsung.com
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Galaxy, Galaxy Note, S Pen, Multiwindow, and SHealth are
registered trademarks of SamsungElectronics Co., Ltd.
Do you have questions about your Samsung
Mobile Device?
For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new
FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at:
www.samsung.com/us/support
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is
less than the specified capacity because the operating
system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you
upgrade the device.

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Nuance®, VSuite™, T9®Text Input, and the Nuance logo
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance
Communications, Inc., or its affiliates in the United States
and/or other countries.
The Bluetooth®word mark, figure mark (stylized “B
Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark
and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and are
wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.
microSD™and the microSD logo are Trademarks of the
SD Card Association.
Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android logo,
Google Play, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Music, Google
Hangouts, Picasa, Play Newsstand, YouTube, and other
marks are trademarks of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the WirelessFidelity
Alliance, Inc.
Online Legal Information
The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty
guide for your device can be found at:
English
www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP

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The online version of the End User Licensing
Agreement for your device can be found online at:
www.samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4

viiiTable of Contents
Getting Started..................................................................... 1
Front View............................................................................. 2
Back View............................................................................. 4
Assemble Your Device ....................................................... 6
Set Up Your Device...........................................................13
Set Up Accounts ...............................................................15
Know Your Device ...........................................................17
Home Screen .....................................................................18
Status Bar ...........................................................................26
Navigation and Motions ...................................................30
Notification Panel ..............................................................32
Enter Text ............................................................................35
Calling...................................................................................... 38
Make and Answer Calls ...................................................39
Applications......................................................................... 48
Apps Screen ......................................................................49
Google Applications .........................................................54
Calculator............................................................................ 59
Calendar .............................................................................61
Camera and Video............................................................63
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Clock ...................................................................................70
Contacts.............................................................................. 73
Email....................................................................................83
Gallery .................................................................................86
Internet ................................................................................90
Memo ..................................................................................94
Messages ...........................................................................97
My Files.............................................................................104
Video .................................................................................109
Voice Recorder................................................................111
Settings..................................................................................113
How to Use Settings.......................................................114
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct .....................................................115
Bluetooth...........................................................................122
Airplane Mode .................................................................127
Data Usage ......................................................................128
Location Services............................................................130
Printing ..............................................................................133
More Networks ................................................................134
Sound Settings ................................................................137
Display Settings...............................................................141
Lock Screen .....................................................................147
Call Settings .....................................................................151
Application Manager.......................................................158
Accounts...........................................................................164
Backup and Reset ..........................................................167
Accessibility .....................................................................169

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Language and Input Settings........................................172
Date and Time Settings..................................................178
Battery...............................................................................180
Storage..............................................................................181
Security .............................................................................186
About Your Phone...........................................................189
System Updates ..............................................................190

Learn about your mobile device
hardware, assembly procedures,
and how to get started using your
new device.
Getting Started

2Front ViewGetting Started
Front View
Power/Lock
key
Recent apps Back key
Home key
Volume
Proximity sensor
Front camera Earpiece

3Front ViewGetting Started
• Back key: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to
close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
• Earpiece: Listen to a call.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos
of yourself.
• Home key: Tap to return to the Home screen.
• Proximity sensor: Detects the presence of objects
near the device.
• Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the device
on or off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. Press
and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for
quick access to Airplane Mode, Emergency Mode,
and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
• Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps or touch
and hold for home screen options.
• Volume: Press to adjust the volume of your device’s
sounds and audio.

4Back ViewGetting Started
Back View
Headset
jack
Flash
USB charger/Accessory port
Microphone
Back
camera
Speaker
Microphone

5Back ViewGetting Started
• Back camera: Take pictures and record videos.
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments
when taking a photo or recording video.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
• Microphone: Records audio and detects voice
commands.
• Speaker: Plays music and other sounds.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the Charger/
USB cable (included), and other optional accessories
(not included).

6Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
Assemble Your Device
This section explains how to assemble
your device.

7Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Remove the Back Cover
1. Remove the back cover using the slot near the top
edge of your phone.
2. Lift the cover up and away from the device.
Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively.
Doing so may damage the cover.

8Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Install a Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available memory
space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not
necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
“Install a Memory Card” on page 183.
Install the Battery
1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of
the phone (1), making sure the connectors align.
2. Gently press down to secure the battery (2).

9Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Replace the Back Cover
1. Place the back cover onto the back of the phone
and press down.
2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you
have a secure seal.