Samsung GALAXY MEGA User manual

User Guide
[Sprint UG template version 13a]
SPH-L600_MR3_KK_ND4_TE_063014_F2

Table of Contents
Get Started ..................................................................................................................................
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Your Phone at a Glance 11
Set Up Your Phone 11
Turn the Phone On 15
Activate Your Phone 15
Complete the Setup 16
Set Up Voicemail 18
Sprint Account Information and Help 18
Sprint Account Passwords 18
Manage Your Account 19
Sprint Support Services 20
Phone Basics 21
Your Phone’s Layout 21
Key Functions 21
Turn Your Phone On and Off 23
Turn Your Screen On and Off 23
Touchscreen Navigation 24
Touch 24
Touch and Hold 24
Swipe or Slide 25
Drag 25
Flick 26
Pinch and Spread 26
Rotate 27
Your Home Screen 28
Customize the Home Screen 29
Extended Home Screens 30
Recent Apps 31
Wallpapers 31
Status Bar 32
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Notification Panel .................................................................................................................
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Quick Settings 35
Multi Window 36
Enable Multi Window 36
Display Multi Window 37
Using Multi Window 37
Customizing the Multi Window Apps 38
Features 38
Air View 38
Assistant Menu
. 39
Motions and Gestures 40
Screen Capture 41
Smart Screen 41
Voice Control 42
Galaxy Gear 42
Enter Text 42
Touchscreen Keyboards 42
Text Input Methods 43
Select a Default Text Input Method 43
Google Voice Typing 43
Samsung Keyboard 44
Swype 45
Editing Text 46
Phone Calls 48
HD Voice™ 48
Make Phone Calls 48
Call Using the Phone Dialer 48
Call from Logs 48
Call from Contacts 49
Call Using a Speed Dial Number 49
Call a Number in a Text Message or Email Message 49
Wi-Fi Calling 50
Call Emergency Numbers 50
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Receive Phone Calls ...........................................................................................................
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Answer an Incoming Call 51
Mute the Ringing Sound 51
Reject an Incoming Call 51
Reject a Call with a Text Message 51
Voicemail 52
Voicemail Setup 52
Voicemail Notification 52
Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages 53
Visual Voicemail 53
Phone Call Options 54
Dialing Options 54
In-Call Options 55
Caller ID 56
Call Waiting 56
Conference Calling 57
Call Forwarding 57
Speed Dialing 58
Call Logs 59
Call Settings 59
Contacts 60
Get Started with Contacts 60
Access Contacts 60
Add a Contact 60
Edit a Contact 61
Add or Edit Information for a Contact 61
Assign a Picture to a Contact 61
Link a Contact 62
Delete a Contact 62
Add Contacts to Your Favorites 62
Share a Contact 62
Create Groups 63
Create a New Group 63
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Send an Email to Group Members 63
Accounts and Messaging 65
Google Account 65
Create a Google Account 65
Gmail 65
Send a Gmail Message 66
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages 66
Email 67
Add an Email Account 67
Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account 67
Compose and Send Email 68
View and Reply to Email 68
Manage Your Email Inbox 69
Text and Multimedia Messaging 70
Send a Message 70
New Messages Notification 71
Managing Messages 71
Messaging Settings 72
Social Networking Accounts 74
Flipboard 74
Google+ 75
Hangouts 75
YouTube 75
Apps and Entertainment 76
Google Play Store 76
Find and Install an App 76
Create a Google Wallet Account 77
Open an Installed App 77
Uninstall an App 77
Google Play Books 77
Google Play Games 77
Google Play Newsstand 78
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Google Play Movies & TV
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Group Play 78
Music 79
Google Play Music 79
Music (App) 79
Google Maps 81
Samsung Link 81
Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device 82
Story Album 82
TripAdvisor 82
WatchON 83
Web and Data 84
Internet 84
Chrome 84
Lumen Toolbar 84
Data Services General Information (Sprint Spark LTE and 3G Networks) 84
Your Data Services User Name 85
Sprint Spark LTE 85
Wi-Fi 86
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network 86
Wi-Fi Settings 87
Wi-Fi Direct 87
Bluetooth 88
Turn Bluetooth On or Off 88
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit 88
Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit 89
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device 89
Bluetooth Settings 90
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) . 90
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection 90
Add a VPN 91
Connect to a VPN 91
Memory Card 91
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Remove a Memory Card 92
View Available Memory on a microSD Card 93
Format a Memory Card 93
Unmount a microSD Card 93
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer 93
Transfer Files Using a USB Cable 93
Camera and Video 95
Take Pictures 95
Record Videos 96
Camera Modes 96
Camera Settings 97
Gallery 99
View Photos and Videos 100
Zoom In or Out on a Photo 101
Working with Photos 101
Share Photos and Videos 102
Video Player 102
Tools and Calendar 103
Calculator 103
Calendar 103
Add an Event to the Calendar 103
View Events and Tasks 104
Erase Events 104
Clock 105
Alarm 105
Downloads 106
Dropbox 106
Google Search 106
Google Settings 106
Help 106
S Memo 106
My Files 107
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Samsung Apps 107..................................................................................................................
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S Translator 107
S Voice . 107
Voice Search 108
Settings 109
Accessing Settings 109
Settings Tabs 109
Wi-Fi Calling Settings 110
Wi-Fi Settings 110
Hotspot 111
Bluetooth Settings 112
Data Usage Settings 112
More Networks 113
Airplane Mode 113
Default Messaging App 113
Printing 114
Mobile Networks 115
Tethering 115
VPN 116
Roaming 116
NFC 116
Turn NFC On or Off 117
Android Beam 117
Tap and Pay 117
S Beam 118
Turn S Beam On or Off 118
Nearby Devices 118
Screen Mirroring 119
Lock Screen 119
Swipe 119
Face Unlock 120
Face and Voice 120
Pattern 120
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Password 121
None 121
Display Settings 121
Wallpaper 121
Notification Panel 122
Multi Window 122
Screen Mode 122
Brightness 123
Auto Rotate Screen 123
Screen Timeout 123
Daydream 123
Font Style 124
Font Size 124
Increase Legibility 124
Touch Key Light Duration 124
Show Battery Percentage 124
Edit After Screen Capture 125
LED Indicator 125
Sound 125
Volume 125
Vibration Intensity 126
Ringtones 126
Vibrations 126
Notifications 126
Vibrate When Ringing 127
Dialing Keypad Tone 127
Touch Sounds 127
Screen Lock Sound 127
Haptic Feedback 127
Emergency Tone 127
Samsung Applications Settings 128
Samsung Keyboard Settings 128
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Adapt Sound 128
Home Screen Mode 129
Call Settings 129
Set Up Call Rejection Messages 129
Answering/Ending Calls 129
Turn Off Screen During Calls 130
Call Alerts 130
Call Accessories 130
Ringtones and Keypad Tones 131
Personalize Call Sound 131
Noise Reduction 131
Increase Volume in Pocket
. 131
US Dialing 132
International Dialing 132
TTY Mode 132
Hearing Aids 132
DTMF Tones 132
Voicemail Settings 133
Voice Privacy 133
Blocking Mode 133
Hands-free Mode 134
Power Saving Mode 134
Power Saving Tips 134
Accessories Settings 135
Accessibility 135
One-Handed Operation 137
Language and Input Settings 138
Choose a Default Language 138
Default Input Method 138
Google Voice Typing 138
Samsung Keyboard 139
Swype Settings 140
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Text-To-Speech Options 142
Pointer Speed 143
Motions and Gestures 143
Smart Screen 143
Smart Stay 144
Air View 144
Voice Control 145
Accounts Settings 145
Add an Account 145
Cloud 145
Back Up and Reset Settings 146
Location Settings 146
Security Settings 148
Encryption 148
Make Passwords Visible 148
Device Administration 148
Security Update Service 149
Credential Storage 149
Application Manager 150
Default Applications 150
Battery 150
Storage 151
Date and Time 151
Activate This Device 152
System Update 152
About Device 152
Copyright Information 154
Index 155
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Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone the first time.
Your Phone at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.
Set Up Your Phone
Prior to using the phone, it is necessary to install and charge the battery. An optional microSD
memory card (not included) can also be installed at this time.
Remove the Back Cover
1. Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover off the phone.
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2. Pull the cover up and then lift up and away from the phone.
Install the Memory Card
■ To insert an optional microSD card (not included), carefully slide the memory card under
the top metal plate into the microSD card socket until the card locks into place. For more
information, see Memory Card.
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Install the Battery
■ Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the
phone, and gently press the battery into place.
Replace the Back Cover
1. Place the battery cover onto the back of the phone and press down.
2. Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there
are no gaps around the cover.
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Charge the Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger
(Charging Head and USB cable) is included with the phone for charging the battery. You will
need to charge the battery before using your phone.
Warning! Use only approved accessories to charge your phone. Approved accessories are
designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and
may cause damage.
1. Plug the USB cable into the charger/accessory jack on the bottom of the phone.
2. Plug the USB cable into the charging head, and then plug the charging head into an
electrical outlet.
3. When charging is finished, remove the USB cable from the charger/accessory jack on
the phone.
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Turn the Phone On
Use the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on.
■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on.
 If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the
setup application.
 If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.
Activate Your Phone
Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to
use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
● If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
● If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of
service, it is designed to activate automatically.
 When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free
Activation screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware
Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
● If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing
number on your account (you’re swapping phones), you can activate on your computer
online or directly on your phone.
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 Activate on your computer:
• Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your
phone.
 Activate on your phone:
• Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will
automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
• Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.
To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit
sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint
Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from another phone.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock Key button while the phone is being activated. Pressing the
Power/Lock Key cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support.
Complete the Setup
After you turn on your phone and activate it, your phone displays a Welcome screen. Follow the
prompts to set up features and preferences on your phone.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on
your Sprint account.
During or after setup, you may see a Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice and
touch I Agree to allow your phone to connect automatically to the best available data network,
including Wi-Fi. To turn Connections Optimizer off at any time, touch > >
Settings > Connections tab > More networks > Mobile networks > Connections optimizer
and uncheck the box.
1. At the Welcome screen, follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup for each
topic. Tap Next, or the right arrow, to move through the steps. You can skip options to
continue to the next one. During setup, you may see these options:
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 Language: Choose the default language for your phone’s operation.
 Accessibility: Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of
your phone’s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing.
 Wi-Fi: By default, your phone prompts you to use Wi-Fi when accessing data
services. Tap a Wi-Fi access point to connect to it, or you can continue setup using
your phone’s connection to the wireless network.
 Got Google?: Your phone uses your Google Account to provide access to many
features and apps. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google Account, or
sign up for a new Google Account right from your phone. You can also skip signing
in to your Google Account, or sign in later.
 Google and your location: Select Google location service preferences.
 This phone belongs to: Enter your First and Last name, to personalize features and
apps.
 Samsung account: Some apps and features use your Samsung account. Sign in to
your Samsung account, or follow the prompts to create a new account.
 Dropbox: Dropbox provides Web-based “cloud” storage, so you can save your
photos and videos. You can create a new account here, or sign in to your existing
Dropbox account.
 Learn about key features: Tap a feature to learn about it, and tap the OFF/ON
switch beside a feature to turn it on or off.
 Device name: Your device name is how you and other devices identify your phone,
such as when sharing via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct. If you want to use a different
name, tap the field and enter a name.
2. Tap Finish to complete setup.
 You may see a series of informational or update screens. Follow the prompts to
continue.
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Set Up Voicemail
You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically
transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
1. Touch > Phone > Keypad tab. If your screen is locked, press the
Power/Lock Key to turn on the display and then swipe your screen in any direction. See
Turn Your Screen On and Off.
2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number.
3. Follow the system prompts to:
 Create your password.
 Record your name announcement.
 Record your greeting.
Important: It is strongly recommended that you create a password when setting up your
voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access
to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
For more information, see Voicemail.
Sprint Account Information and Help
Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding
help.
Sprint Account Passwords
You will need to create passwords to protect access to your personal account information, your
voicemail account, and your data services account. As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited
access to all your information.
Account User Name and Password
If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you
sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. (Click Sign in/Register and then click Sign up now! to get
started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint
service), you can get a sub-account password at sprint.com/mysprint.
Voicemail Password
You will create your voicemail password when you set up your voicemail. See Set Up Voicemail
for more information on your voicemail password.
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Data Services Password
With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control
access and authorize purchases.
For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com/mysprint.
Manage Your Account
Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone.
Online: sprint.com/mysprint
● Access your account information.
● Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint service plan).
● View and pay your bill.
● Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment.
● Purchase accessories.
● Shop for the latest Sprint phones.
● View available Sprint service plans and options.
● Learn more about data services and other products like games, ringtones, screen
savers, and more.
From Your Sprint Phone
1. Touch > Phone > Keypad tab.
2. Do any of the following:
 Touch to check minute usage and account balance.
 Touch to make a payment.
 Touch to access a summary of your Sprint service plan or get
answers to other questions.
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