Samsung Galaxy Note 7 User manual

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

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).
Note: Water-resistant and dust-resistant based on
IP68rating, which tests submersion up to 5.0 feet for
up to 30 minutes.
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All Intellectual Property, as dened 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 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
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of Liability
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
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COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; OR COMPLIANCE
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PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO
CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY
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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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Modication 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
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 [061616]
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(SEA), Inc.
Address:
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Phone:
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet Address:
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©2016 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung,
Samsung Galaxy, MultiWindow, SHealth, SPen,
SVoice, SamsungPay, and SmartSwitch are all
trademarks of SamsungElectronics Co., Ltd.
Other marks are the property of their respective
owners.
Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of
device may vary.

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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 specied capacity because the operating
system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you
upgrade the device.
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 rst 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 > General management >
Legalinformation > Samsung legal or you may access
the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty
guide for your 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 ................13
Know Your Device .......................... 15
Home Screen..................................16
Customize the Home Screen....................17
Status Bar ....................................21
Navigation .................................. 23
Notication Panel ............................ 25
MultiWindow .................................27
Edge Screen ................................. 29
S Pen ........................................ 33
Air Command ................................ 36
Enter Text.....................................41
Emergency Mode ............................44
Calling .......................................47
Phone Screen ................................48
Make and Answer Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Speed Dial ................................... 58
Table of Contents

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Set Up and Access Voicemail .................. 62
Applications ................................64
Apps List .................................... 65
Google Apps ................................. 69
T-Mobile Apps.................................72
Additional Apps ...............................74
Calculator.....................................76
Calendar..................................... 78
Camera and Video .............................81
Clock .......................................89
Contacts ..................................... 92
Email........................................ 98
Galaxy Apps................................. 102
Gallery ..................................... 103
Internet .................................... 107
Messages ...................................111
My Files .....................................116
S Health .....................................118
S Voice ......................................121
SamsungNotes ..............................122
Samsung Pay ............................... 124
Settings .................................... 127
How to Use Settings ......................... 128
Connections ................................ 129
Sounds ..................................... 148
Notications ............................... 154
Display ......................................155
Wallpapers and Themes ..................... 163
Advanced Features .......................... 165
Device Maintenance ......................... 169

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Applications Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Lock Screen and Security .....................176
Cloud and Accounts ......................... 186
GoogleSettings ............................. 193
Accessibility ................................ 194
General Management ........................197
Help........................................203

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

2Front ViewGetting Started
Front View 1. Earpiece: Listen to a call.
2. Front camera: Take
self‑portraits and record videos
of yourself.
3. Iris recognition camera: Scan
your iris as a security feature.
For more information, see
“Irises” on page179.
4. Edge screen: Provides quick
access to frequently used apps,
alerts, notications, and device
functionality with the swipe of
a thumb.
5. Back: Return to the previous
screen, or close a dialog box,
menu, or keyboard.
6. Home key/Finger scanner:
Return to the Home screen.
Activate the Fingerprint
security feature.
7. Recent: Tap to display recent
apps, or touch and hold for
Multiwindow™.
8. Status light: Display a light
when the battery is charging
or fully charged, when a
notication arrives, or when
recording voice.
9. Iris recognition LED: Illuminate
your eyes for the Iris scanner.
10.Proximity sensors: Detect the
presence of objects near the
device.
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3 Back ViewGetting Started
Back View 1. SIM card/Memory card tray:
Install the SIM card and an
optional memory card (not
included) for storage of les.
2. Flash: Illuminate subjects in
low-light environments when
taking a photo or recording
video.
3. Volume keys: Adjust the
volume of your device’s sounds
and audio playback.
4. Heart rate sensor: Measure
your heart rate using your
ngertip when using the
S Health™ app. Formore
information, see “S Health” on
page118.
5. Headset jack: Connect an
optional headset.
6. USB charger/Accessory port:
Connect the USBcharger
(included) and other optional
accessories (not included).
7. Speaker: Play music and other
sounds.
8. S Pen: Access a variety of
powerful functions on your
device with the versatile
SPen™.
9. 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.
10.Rear camera: Take pictures and
record videos.
11. Microphone: Record audio and
detect voice commands.
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4 Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card and a
Memory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 Identication 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.
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.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to
eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray.

5 Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the
SIMcard/Memory card tray, and then push until the
tray pops out.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown.
3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into the
slot.
Note: To maintain the water-resistant and
dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that
the SIM card/Memory card tray and opening are both
maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is
securely inserted prior to any exposure.

6 Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Caution: If the SIM card or the memory card is not
inserted correctly, the device cannot detect it. Reorient
the SIM card or memory card and place it back into the
slot if it is not detected.
Maintaining Water and Dust
Resistance
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection
rating system.
Your device has been tested in a controlled
environment and shown to be water and dust resistant
in certain circumstances (meets requirements of
classication IP68 as described by the international
standard IEC 60529 ‑ Degrees of Protection provided
by Enclosures [IP Code]; test conditions: 15-35°C,
86‑106 kPa, 5.0 feet, for 30 minutes). Despite this
classication, your device is not impervious to water
damage in any situation. It is important that all
compartments are closed tightly.
Note: If any liquid is found to have entered your
device components or an internally sealed system,
this condition will void your device warranty.
Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the
device.
• Any device which uses accessible compartments or
ports that can be opened should have these sealed
or closed tightly to prevent liquid from entering
the system.
• Wheneveryour device gets wet, dry it thoroughly
with a clean, soft cloth.
• Do not expose the device to salt water or ionized
water, or to water over 5.0 feet deep for more than
30 minutes. If your device is exposed to fresh water,
dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If the
device is exposed to any liquid other than fresh
water, rinse the device with fresh water immediately
and dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth.
Failure to rinse the device in fresh water and dry it
as instructed may cause the device to suffer from
operability or cosmetic issues.

7 Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
• Do not expose the device to water at high pressure.
• If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the
water and dust resistant features of the device
may be damaged.
• The touchscreen and other features may not work
properly if the device is used in water or in other
liquids. [071516]
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 rst time.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung
Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This
charger provides faster charging only when connected
to devices that support Adaptive FastCharging.
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.

8 Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
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.
Note: This device is also compatible with wireless
charging devices approved by Samsung, which are
soldseparately.
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 “Battery” on page170.

9 Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Micro USB Connector
You can use the included Micro USB Connector to
connect a USB cable with a micro connector to your
device for charging or connecting to a computer.
Note: The Micro USB Connector does not support
On‑the‑Go (OTG) devices such as memory sticks,
external hard drives, or keyboard and mouse
accessories.
Charging head
USB cable
Micro USB
Connector
Reverse Charging
The included USB Connector allows you to charge
another device through a USB cable. When connected,
your battery is used to charge the other device, and
Charging appears on your device.
Youcan also use the USB Connector for transferring
contacts, photos, and other content from an old device.
For more information, see “Smart Switch” on page 11.

10 Set Up Your Device Getting 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 conrm if prompted.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or nger
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 rst 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.

11 Set Up Your Device Getting Started
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.
Smart Switch
Use Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, and
other content from your old device. You can also use
the included USB connector to copy content quickly
and easily from your old device, without installing the
Smart Switch app.
Old
Device
New
Galaxy
USB connector
USB cable
Note: The USB option must be set to Media device
(MTP) on the other device. Transferring content with
a USB cable may increase battery consumption. Make
sure your battery is fully charged. The USB connector
does not charge the battery.

12 Set Up Your Device Getting Started
1. Select Smart Switch during setup.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings>
Cloud and accounts > SmartSwitch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to
transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information
and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer
content faster.
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176.
To unlock the device:
►Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your nger across the screen.