Samsung SM-J400M/DS User manual

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USER MANUAL
English (LTN). 04/2019. Rev.1.0
SM-J400M
SM-J400M/DS

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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
6 Device overheating situations and
solutions
10 Device layout and functions
13 Battery
17 SIM or USIM card
20 Memory card (microSD card)
22 Turning the device on and off
23 Initial setup
24 Samsung account
26 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
28 Understanding the screen
39 Notification panel
41 Entering text
Apps and features
44 Installing or uninstalling apps
46 Bixby Home
48 Reminder
52 Phone
57 Contacts
61 Messages
64 Internet
66 Email
67 Camera
76 Gallery
82 Multi window
83 Samsung Members
84 Samsung Notes
85 Calendar
86 Samsung Health
90 Radio
91 Voice Recorder
92 My Files
92 Clock
94 Calculator
95 Game Launcher
98 Sharing content
99 Google apps

Table of Contents
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Appendix
135 Troubleshooting
Settings
101 Introduction
101 Connections
102 Wi-Fi
104 Bluetooth
106 Data saver
107 SIM card manager (dual SIM
models)
107 Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
109 More connection settings
111 Sounds and vibration
111 Dolby Atmos (surround sound)
112 Notifications
112 App icon badges
113 Display
114 Blue light filter
114 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display color
116 Screen saver
116 Wallpapers and themes
117 Lock screen
118 Security
119 Secure Folder
124 Accounts and backup
125 Samsung Cloud
126 Google
127 Advanced features
128 Dual Messenger
129 Device care
131 Apps
132 General management
133 Accessibility
133 Software update
134 User manual
134 About phone

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Basics
Read me first
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customize the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.
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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
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Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Center. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.

Basics
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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung license agreement and will void your warranty.
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Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection
during production and distribution. Damage to the attached screen protector is not
covered by the warranty.
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You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically
adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature
of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting.
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It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device.
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You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it.
Launch the
Settings app, tap Display
→
Screen timeout , and then select the length
of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen.
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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,
you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, launch the
Settings app and
tap
About phone
→
Status .