Samsung Galaxy S4 Guide

Table of Contents
MY CARRIER 4
SERVICE 5
DEVICE FUNCTIONS 6
SETTING UP YOUR DEVICE 8
Turning Your Device On and Off 11
Locking and Unlocking Screen 11
Initial Device Configuration 11
HOME SCREEN 12
Status Bar 12
Notification Screen 12
CALLING FEATURES 13
Making a Call 13
Ending a Call 14
Answering a Call 14
Rejecting a Call 14
VOICEMAIL 15
Set Up Voicemail 15
Access Voicemail 15
VISUAL VOICEMAIL 16
Initial Configuration and Set Up 16
Checking Visual Voicemail Messages 16
Deleting Visual Voicemail Messages 16

CONTACTS 17
Creating a New Contact 17
Adding a Number to an Existing Contact 17
Deleting an Existing Contact 17
MESSAGING 18
Create and Send a Message 18
CONNECTIONS 19
Connecting to Bluetooth 19
Connecting to Wi-Fi 19
Near Field Communication 20
S Beam 20
Smartphone Mobile HotSpot 21
USB Tethering 23
APPS & MORE 25
Installing Apps 25
Samsung Smart Switch 25
Gmail (Google Account) 25
Setting Up Your Email Accounts 26
Internet 27
Multi Window 28
Camera 29
Wi-Fi Calling 30
Lock Screen 31

LEGAL 32
APPROVED FIRMWARE VERSIONS 32
INFORMATION ABOUT SAFEGUARDING
HANDSETS 32
EMERGENCY DIALING 33
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 34

My Carrier
This guide provides you with the information you need to get started.
For more information and additional support, please visit
www.t-mobile.com/support/ where you can:
• Register at my.t-mobile.com/ to check your minutes, pay your
bill, upgrade your phone, and change your rate plan.
• Review your device’s User Manual and troubleshooting FAQs.
• View the latest troubleshooting solutions in the Support
Forums or ask a question of your own.
Access account information from:
1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) g(T-Mobile
My Account).
2. If prompted, follow the on-screen information for what’s new
in the app.
3. Choose from an available category such as: Account Info,
Device Support, Notifications, Take The Pledge, and
others.
NOTE: Devices and software are constantly evolving—the screen images and
icons you see here are for reference only.

Service
If you are a new T-Mobile®customer and your service has not yet
been activated, call Customer Care at 1-800-937-8997 and a
T-Mobile Activations representative will assist you.
You will need the following information when activating
service:
• Your Service Agreement and the agent code on your
Agreement
• Your name, home address, home phone number, and billing
address
NOTE: For business and government accounts, please provide the name of
the organization, the address, and the tax ID.
• Your Social Security number, current driver’s license number,
and date of birth for credit check purposes
• Your choice of T-Mobile rate plan and services
(see www.t-mobile.com for the latest plan information)
• SIM serial number and IMEI number (located on the box
barcode label)
NOTE: By activating service, you acknowledge that you have read,
understand, and agree to be bound by each of T-Mobile’s Terms and
Conditions, and your Service Agreement.

Device Functions
Menu* Home Back*
Power/lock
Headset
jack Sensors
Front
facing
camera
*Menu and Back illuminates when navigating through the device.
Volume

Speaker
Camera lens
Microphone
Flash
IR blaster
Charging/USB port
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.

Setting Up Your Device
Step 1. Remove the Back Cover
• Place your fingernail in the groove and firmly “pop” the
cover off the device.
Step 2. Install the SIM Card
• Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot until it is secured
into place.

Step 3. Install the optional microSD card
• Slide the memory card into the card slot until it is secured
into place.
Step 4. Insert the Battery
• Insert the battery, making sure to align the gold contacts
(1). Press down gently to secure the battery (2).