Samsung Galaxy Note 3 User manual

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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started .......................... 4
Understanding this User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setting Up Your device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Turning the Device On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Your Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Your Samsung Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Voice Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Task Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Securing Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Section 2: Understanding Your Device .... 15
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
S Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Multi Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Status Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Primary Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Widgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Section 3: Contacts and Accounts ...........39
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Section 4: Calling ......................................52
Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Multi-party Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Ending a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Recent Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Section 5: Messaging ................................65
Types of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Text and Multimedia Messaging . . . . . . . . . . .66
Emergency Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Google Hangouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Section 6: Applications .............................76
Accessing the Apps Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Managing Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Amazon folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Google folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Samsung folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Tools folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Verizon folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
Play Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
S Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Section 7: Connections ...........................150
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Wi-Fi Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
Mobile Hotspot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

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VPN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Tethering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
NFC and Beaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
S Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Nearby devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Section 8: Settings ................................. 162
Accessing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Wireless and network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Section 9: Health and Safety
Information ........................................... 218
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . 218
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
FCC Part 15 Information to User . . . . . . . . . . 225
Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS) . 225
Smart Practices While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Battery Use and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . 229
UL Certified Travel Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Display / Touch-Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
GPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Emergency Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Responsible Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
Regulations for Wireless Devices . . . . . . . 237
Restricting Children's Access to
Your Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
FCC Notice and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Other Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . 240
Section 10: Warranty Information ..........242
Standard Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
End User License Agreement for Software . . 247
Index .........................................................255

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Section 1: Getting Started
Understanding this User Manual
The sections of this manual generally follow the features of
your device. A robust index for features begins on page 255.
Also included is important safety information beginning on
page 218, that you should know before using your device.
This manual gives navigation instructions according to the
default display settings. If you select other settings,
navigation steps may be different.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual
assume that you are starting from the Home screen. To get to
the Home screen, you may need to unlock the device. For
more information, see “Securing Your Device” on page 13.
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 device and any changes to the device’s Settings.

Getting Started 5
Special Text
In 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 or
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 device.
Text Conventions
This manual provides condensed information about how to
use your device. To make this possible, the following text
conventions are used to represent frequently-used steps:
➔ Arrows are used to represent the sequence of
selecting successive options in procedures. For
example:
“From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔
Settings ➔ Wi-Fi .”
Many settings use an On/Off switch. Touch the
On/Off switch to turn a setting On or Off. This
graphic is used to represent the On/Off switch.

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Setting Up Your device
If not already installed, install the 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber
Identity Module) card, battery, and optional memory card,
then charge the battery to begin using your device.
Back Cover
The battery, SIM card, and optional memory card are
installed under a removable cover on the back of the device.
Removing the battery cover
 Pull up using the slot provided, while lifting the cover
off the device.
Installing the battery cover
 Align the cover and press it firmly into place, making
sure it snaps into place.
Note: The battery cover is flexible. Take care to avoid bending
or twisting the cover when removing and installing, to
prevent damage to the cover.

Getting Started 7
SIM Card
Your device uses a 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module).
The 4G LTE SIM is a small, rectangular plastic card that
stores your phone number, information about your wireless
service, and other information such as messages.
If you purchased your device at a Verizon Wireless store, the
SIM card is activated and ready to use. If you ordered a new
device, the card may need to be activated before you can use
it. For more information about activating the SIM card, visit:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GSIM .
Caution! Turn the device off before installing or removing the
SIM card. Do not bend or scratch the SIM card. Take
care when handling, installing, or removing the SIM
card, and avoid exposing the SIM card to static
electricity, water, or dirt. Keep the SIM card out of
reach of small children.
Installing the 4G LTE SIM Card (if not already installed)
1. With the Verizon Wireless logo facing up, carefully
insert the 4G LTE SIM Card into the slot, pressing gently
until it locks into place.
Removing the 4G LTE SIM Card
1. Turn off the device, then remove the back cover.
2. Press the 4G LTE SIM Card in gently to release the lock,
then carefully slide the 4G LTE SIM Card out of the slot.

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Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion
battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable)
is included with the device, for charging the battery.
The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge
the battery before using your device for the first time. A fully
discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of charge time.
After the first charge, you can use the device while charging.
Warning! Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and
batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to
maximize battery life. Using other accessories may
invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Battery Indicator
The battery icon in the Status Bar shows battery power
level. Before the battery becomes too low to operate, the
battery icon flashes and a tone plays. If you continue using
the device without charging, the device will power off.
Tip: Task Manager provides helpful information about
extending battery life. For more information, see “Task
Manager” on page 12.
Installing and Removing the Battery
Installing the battery
 Insert the battery into the device, aligning the gold
contacts on the battery with the gold contacts in the
device.
Removing the Battery
 Lift the battery up and out of the device, using the slot
provided.

Getting Started 9
Charging the Battery
Your device comes with a Wall/USB Charger (charging head
and USB cable) to charge your device from any 110/220 VAC
outlet.
Note: The battery comes partially charged. You must fully
charge the battery before using your device for the first
time. A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of
charge time. After the first charge, you can use the
device while charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, then plug
the charging head into a standard AC power outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head
from the power outlet and remove the USB cable from
the device.
Turning the Device On and Off
Turning the Device On
 Press and hold the Power/Lock Key until the
device vibrates and starts up.
Turning the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key until the
device vibrates and the Device Options menu displays.
2. At the prompt, tap
Power off .

10
Your Google Account
Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its
Android features, including Gmail, Google Talk and the Play
Store. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up
a connection with your existing Google account, or create a
new Google account.
To create a Google account, or set up your Google account on
your device, use Accounts and sync settings (see “Accounts”
on page 208).
Your Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps on
your device, including Media Hub, Music Hub, and AllShare
Play. For more information, see “Accounts” on page 208.
Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, Setup Wizard will
guide you through the basics of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, set up
accounts, choose location services, and learn more about
your device.
You can also use the Setup Wizard to quickly configure your
device at any time.
 From any unlocked screen, press the
Home Key , then touch Apps ➔
Verizon ➔ Setup Wizard .
Help
Get information about using your device, including videos,
useful tips, and other information.
 From any unlocked screen, press the
Home Key , then touch Apps ➔ Help .

Getting Started 11
Your Phone Number
 From any unlocked screen, press the
Home Key , then touch Apps ➔
Settings ➔ About phone ➔ Status .
Voice Mail
All unanswered calls to your device are sent to voicemail,
even if your device is turned off, so you’ll want to set up your
voicemail and personal greeting as soon as you activate your
device.
For more information, see “Voicemail” on page 74.
TTY Mode
Your device is TTY-compatible, allowing you to connect a TTY
device to the device’s headset jack. Before you can use your
device with a TTY device, you’ll need to enable TTY Mode.
For more information about enabling TTY mode, see “Call
Settings” on page 58.
Roaming
When you travel outside your home network’s coverage area,
your device can use roaming to acquire service on other
compatible digital networks. When roaming, the
Roaming icon displays in the Status bar.
Tip: You can set your device’s roaming behavior. For more
information, see “Mobile networks” on page 168.
During roaming, some services may not be available.
Depending on your coverage area and service plan, extra
charges may apply when making or receiving calls,
connecting to the Internet, or using data services. Contact
Verizon Wireless for more information about your coverage
area and service plan.

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Task Manager
Your device can run apps simultaneously, with some apps
running in the background. Use Task Manager to see which
apps are running on your device, and to end running apps to
extend battery life. You can also uninstall apps from your
device and check memory usage.
1. From any unlocked screen, press and hold the
Home Key , then select Task manager .
2. Touch the
Active applications tab to view apps running
on your device. Touch
End , or End all to close apps.
3. Touch the
Downloaded tab to view information about
apps you’ve installed on your device. Touch
Uninstall to
remove an app from your device.
4. Touch the
RAM tab to display the amount of RAM
(Random Access Memory) in use. Touch
Clear memory
to clear processes to increase available RAM.
5. Touch the
Clear defaults tab to clear the current default
applications.
6. Touch the
Storage tab for internal system storage and
SD card memory statistics.
Tip: Touch and drag your finger on the tabs to scroll the tabs.
Memory Card
Your device supports optional, removable, microSD™ or
microSDHC™ memory cards of up to 64GB capacity (not
included), for storage of music, pictures, and other files.
For more information about using memory cards, see
“Memory Card” on page 160.
Installing a Memory Card
1. Remove the back cover.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, slide the memory
card into the slot, pushing gently until it locks into
place.
3. Install the back cover.

Getting Started 13
Removing a Memory Card
Important! To prevent damage to data stored on the memory
card, unmount the card before removing it from the
device.
1. From any unlocked screen, press the
Home Key , then touch Menu ➔ Settings ➔
Storage ➔ Unmount SD card .
2. At the prompt, read the warning and select
OK to
continue. Wait for
SD card safe to remove to appear in
the Status bar and Notifications.
3. Remove the back cover.
4. Gently press on the memory card to release the lock,
then carefully pull the card out.
5. Install the back cover.
Securing Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device.
Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual
start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
To set a personal screen lock, use the Screen lock option
under Security settings. For more information, see “Screen
lock” on page 192.
For other settings related to securing your device, see
“Security” on page 196.
Locking the Device
 By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
– or –
Press the
Power/Lock Key .
Tip: When the device is locked, the Emergency call feature is
available on the lock screen, to allow you to make
emergency calls even while the device is locked.