Samsung Galaxy S7 User manual

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

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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).
Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP68 rating, which tests
submersion up to 5 feet for up to 30 minutes.
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You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the
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from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property
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and other open source licenses. Toobtain the source code covered
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THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS
OR BENEFITS.
Modification of Software
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INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY
SETTINGS, OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM
SOFTWARE.
USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE
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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 [030115]

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Samsung Electronics America (SEA), 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, Samsung
Galaxy, MultiWindow, SHealth, S Voice, Samsung Milk Music, and
Smart Switch are all trademarks of SamsungElectronics Co., Ltd.
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.
Nuance®, VSuite™, T9®Text Input, and the Nuance logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications,
Inc., or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.

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The Bluetooth®word mark, figure mark (stylized “BDesign”), and
combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are
registered trademarks and are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.
microSD™and the microSD logo are Trademarks of the SD Card
Association.
Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android logo, Google Play,
Gmail, Google Mail, Google Maps, Google Music, Google Now,
Chrome, Google Hangouts, Picasa, YouTube, and other marks are
trademarks of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the WirelessFidelity Alliance, Inc.
LTE is a trademark of ETSI.
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.

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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].com 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phone > 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

viiTable of Contents
Getting Started.........................................................................................1
Front View ............................................................................................. 2
Back View............................................................................................. 4
Assemble Your Device.................................................................. 6
Set Up Your Device.......................................................................12
Set Up Accounts on Your Device.........................................15
Know Your Device............................................................................... 18
Home Screen....................................................................................19
Status Bar ...........................................................................................26
Navigation...........................................................................................29
Notification Panel............................................................................32
Multi Window.....................................................................................36
Enter Text.............................................................................................39
Emergency Mode...........................................................................43
Calling.......................................................................................................... 46
Phone Screen...................................................................................47
Make and Answer Calls .............................................................50
Speed Dial..........................................................................................57
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Emergency Calls.............................................................................59
Set Up and Access Voicemail................................................62
Applications............................................................................................. 64
Apps List..............................................................................................65
Google Apps.....................................................................................70
Additional Apps...............................................................................74
Calculator............................................................................................75
Calendar ..............................................................................................77
Camera and Video ........................................................................81
Clock......................................................................................................91
Contacts...............................................................................................95
Email ................................................................................................... 104
Gallery................................................................................................ 108
Internet............................................................................................... 112
Memo.................................................................................................. 117
Messages......................................................................................... 119
My Files ............................................................................................. 124
S Health............................................................................................. 126
S Voice............................................................................................... 129
Samsung Pay................................................................................. 130

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Settings ....................................................................................................134
How to Use Settings.................................................................. 135
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................... 137
Bluetooth .......................................................................................... 141
Airplane Mode............................................................................... 144
Data Usage ..................................................................................... 145
Mobile Networks.......................................................................... 147
NFC and Payment....................................................................... 148
More Connection Settings ..................................................... 150
Sounds and Vibration ............................................................... 154
Notifications .................................................................................... 161
Display ............................................................................................... 162
Advanced Features .................................................................... 168
Applications Settings ................................................................ 171
Wallpaper ......................................................................................... 175
Themes.............................................................................................. 176
Home Screen Settings ............................................................. 177
Lock Screen and Security...................................................... 178
Privacy and Safety...................................................................... 186
Easy Mode....................................................................................... 191
Accessibility.................................................................................... 192
Accounts........................................................................................... 197
Backup and Reset...................................................................... 200
Language and Input................................................................... 204
Battery................................................................................................ 208

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Storage .............................................................................................. 209
Date and Time............................................................................... 212
About Phone .................................................................................. 213
Software Update .......................................................................... 214

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

2Getting Started Front View
Front View
Earpiece
Status light
Home key/
Finger scanner
Back
Power key
Front camera
Volume keys
Recent
Proximity
sensors

3Getting Started Front View
Front View
• Earpiece: Listen to a call.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself.
• 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.
• Back: Return to the previous screen or close a dialog box, menu,
or keyboard.
• Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home screen. Activate
the Fingerprint security feature.
• Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for Multi
window.
• Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio
playback.
• Status light: Display a light when the battery is low, charging, or
fully charged, when a notification arrives, or when recording voice.
• Proximity sensors: Detect the presence of objects near the
device.

4Getting Started Back View
Back View
Speaker
SIM card/
Memory card
tray
Rear camera Flash
Headset jack
Microphone
Heart rate
sensor
USB charger/
Accessory port
Microphone

5Getting Started Back View
Back View
• SIM card/Memory card tray: Install the SIMcard and an
optional memory card (not included) for storage of files. For more
information, see“Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card” on
page6.
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when taking a
photo or recording video.
• Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate using your fingertip
when using the S Health
™
app.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USBcharger
(included) and other optional accessories (not included).
• Microphone: Record audio and detect voice commands.
• Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
• Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.

6Getting Started Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card
Note: Your phone comes with the SIM card already installed. If you need
to replace your SIM card, follow these steps.
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.
You can also install an optional microSD™or microSDHC™memory
card (not included) to add more memory space to your device.
Note: To improve performance and reliability with high-definition video
recording and playback, it is recommended you use a memory card
(SD card) that is both rated as at least a Class 10 and provides a high
read speed.
Assemble Your Device

7Getting Started Assemble Your Device
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal
SIM card/Memory card tray.
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.
Important: To prevent water and dust from entering the device, remove
any dust on the O-Ring and ensure that the SIM card tray is closed
tightly.
Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the device cannot
detect the it. Reorient the SIM card and place it back into the slot if it is
notdetected.

8Getting Started Assemble Your Device
Maintaining Water and DustResistance
Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP68rating, which tests
submersion up to 5 feet for up to 30 minutes.
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 classification 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feet, for 30minutes). Despite this classification, your device is not
impervious to water damage in any situation. It is important that all
compartments are closed tightly.
Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device.
• Whenever your 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 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.
• Do not expose the device to water at high pressure, such as ocean
waves or a waterfall.
• If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the water and dust
resistant features of the device may be damaged.

9Getting Started Assemble Your Device
• The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the
device is used in water or in other liquids.
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. A fully discharged battery
requires up to four hours of charge time. You can use the device
while charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your
device for the first time.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charging 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 approved by
Samsung
™
. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life.
Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause
damage.