Samsung Galaxy J7 User manual

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SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.
This document is watermarked because certain important information in the document has not yet been verified.
This document has been sent to you as a draft and for informational purposes only.
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WARNING! This product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. For more information, please
call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
Intellectual Property
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by
or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its
respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone,
including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or
software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is
proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal
laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to,
inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade
secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and
related documentation and other works of authorship.
You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights
secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you
agree that you will not (and will not attempt to)
modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer,
decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create
source code from the software. No title to or ownership
in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All
applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall
remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.
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Open Source Software
Some software components of this product, including
but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’,
incorporate source code covered under GNU General
Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public
License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and
other open source licenses. To obtain the source code
covered under the open source licenses, please visit:
opensource.samsung.com
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion
of Liability
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED
WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE
PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER
WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT
OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR
USE; THE DESIGN, CONDITION OR QUALITY OF THE
PRODUCT; THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT;
THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE
COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; OR COMPLIANCE
OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF
ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT
PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO
CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT.
IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE
PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING
FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY,
INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, OR LOSS 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.
IF YOUR CARRIER PROHIBITS THIS, IF YOU ATTEMPT TO
DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE DEVICE WITHOUT
AUTHORIZATION, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON THE
SCREEN THAT THE PHONE WILL NO LONGER OPERATE
AND BE INSTRUCTED TO POWER DOWN THE DEVICE.
YOU MUST THEN CONTACT YOUR CARRIER TO RESTORE
THE DEVICE TO THE CARRIER AUTHORIZED SETTINGS.
Samsung Knox
Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is
a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with
enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be
required. For more information about Knox, please refer
to: samsung.com/us/knox [090116]

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Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Address:
85 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park,
New Jersey 07660
Phone:
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet Address:
samsung.com
©2016 Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Samsung and Samsung Galaxy are trademarks
ofSamsungElectronics Co., Ltd.
Other marks are the property of their respective
owners.
Note: Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain
Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to
verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded
apps on your device may not be compatible with
DRM-protected files.
Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of
device may vary.
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:
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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Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed in writing
on the mobile device or at samsung.com
READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR
MOBILE DEVICE.
Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered
under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty
INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
and your right to opt out of arbitration within 30
calendar days of the first consumer purchase.
You may opt out by either sending an email to
[email protected] with the subject line
“Arbitration Opt-Out” or by calling 1-800-SAMSUNG
(726-7864). For more detailed procedures, please refer
to the “Dispute Resolution Procedures and Arbitration
and Opt-Out” section of the Limited Warranty.
Full written terms and detailed information about the
warranty and obtaining service are available on the
device at: Settings > About device > Legalinformation
> Samsung legal oryou may access the online version
of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide foryour
deviceat:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
The online version of the End User License Agreement
(EULA) for your device can be found online at:
samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4

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Getting Started...............................1
Front View .....................................2
Back View......................................3
Assemble Your Device ..........................4
Set Up Your Device ............................10
Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................12
Know Your Device .......................... 14
Home Screen..................................15
Customize the Home Screen....................16
Status Bar ................................... 20
Navigation .................................. 22
Notification Panel ............................ 24
Enter Text.................................... 26
Calling .......................................29
Phone Screen ................................30
Make and Answer Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Speed Dial ................................... 37
Emergency Calls ............................. 39
Set Up and Access Voicemail ...................41
Applications ................................43
Apps List ....................................44
Google Apps .................................48
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Verizon Apps ..................................51
Additional Apps .............................. 52
Calculator.................................... 53
Calendar..................................... 55
Camera and Video ............................ 58
Chrome...................................... 63
Clock .......................................64
Contacts ......................................67
Email.........................................74
Galaxy Apps.................................. 78
Gallery ...................................... 79
Internet ..................................... 83
Message+.................................... 87
Messages ...................................90
My Files ..................................... 94
SamsungNotes .............................. 96
Settings .....................................98
How to Use Settings .......................... 99
Connections ................................100
Sounds and Vibration .........................112
Notifications ................................117
Display ......................................118
Wallpapers and Themes ......................122
Advanced Features .......................... 124
Device Maintenance ..........................126
Applications Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Lock Screen and Security .................... 133
Cloud and Accounts ......................... 139
GoogleSettings ............................. 144
Accessibility ................................ 145

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General Management ....................... 148
About Device................................ 154
Software Update .............................155

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

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2Front ViewGetting Started
Front View 1. Earpiece: Listen to a call.
2. Proximity sensors: Detect the
presence of objects near the
device.
3. Front camera: Take
self-portraits and record videos
of yourself.
4. Power key: Press and hold
to turn the device on or off,
restart it, or for quick access to
Emergency mode. Press to lock
or wake up the screen.
5. Back: Return to the previous
screen, or close a dialog box,
menu, or keyboard.
6. Home key: Return to the Home
screen.
7. Recent: Tap to display recent
apps.
8. Volume keys: Adjust the
volume of your device’s sounds
and audio playback.
9. Status light: Display a light
when the battery is charging
or fully charged, when a
notification arrives, or when
recording voice.
10.Microphone: Record audio and
detect voice commands.
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Back View 1. Rear camera: Take pictures and
record videos.
2. Flash: Illuminate subjects in
low-light environments when
taking a photo or recording
video.
3. Microphone: Record audio and
detect voice commands.
4. USB charger/Accessory port:
Connect the USBcharger
(included) and other optional
accessories (not included).
5. Headset jack: Connect an
optional headset.
6. Speaker: Play music and other
sounds.
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Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Remove the Back Cover
1. Remove the back cover.
FPO
2. Lift the cover up and to the left of the device.
FPO
Use slot
to open
cover

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Caution: When removing the back cover, use the slot
next to the Volume key to gently lift the cover off.
Pulling on the Speaker (located next to Power button)
may cause damage.
FPO
Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover
excessively. Using excessive force on the cover during
removal or installation of an internal component can
cause the material to break.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation,
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details,
such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN),
available optional services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIMcard
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards outof reach of
small children.
Do not pull
onSpeaker.

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►Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown.
FPO
Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the
device cannot detect it. Reorient the SIM card and place
it back into the slot if it isnot detected.
Install a Memory Card
You can also install an optional microSD™, microSDHC™,
or microSDXC™ memory card (notincluded) to add more
memory space to yourdevice.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time. It is
not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
1. Remove the back cover. For more information, see
“Remove the Back Cover” on page4.
2. Slide the memory card into the slot with the gold
contacts facingdown.
FPO

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3. Replace the back cover. For more information, see
“Replace the Back Cover” on page7.
Install the Battery
The battery is installed in the back of the device.
1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of
the device, making sure the connectors align.
FPO
2. Gently press down to secure the battery.
Replace the Back Cover
The back cover should be replaced before using
thedevice.
1. Place the back cover onto the back of the device
and press down.
FPO
2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you
have a secure seal.
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Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB
cable) is included with the device, for charging the
battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery
before using your device for the first time.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries that
are approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are
designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using
other accessories may invalidate yourwarranty and
may cause damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.
FPO
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.

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When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at
regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level:
►View the battery charge indicator located in the top
right corner of your device’s display. Asolid color
( ) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea
of the remaining charge on the battery. For more
information, see “Wallpapers and Themes” on page122.

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10 Set Up Your DeviceGetting Started
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.
Turn the Device On
To turn the device on:
►Press and hold the Power key until the device
turnson.
Turn the Device Off
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the
Deviceoptions menu is displayed.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
restart your device.
►Press and hold the Power key and the
Volumedown key at the same time for morethan
seven seconds.
Initial Set Up
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome
screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi®network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.

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Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and
descriptions of items on the screen to improve
accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable
Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly three
times.
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
To lock the device:
►Press the Power key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page133.
To unlock the device:
►Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.