Samsung SM-S711B User manual

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USER MANUAL
English. 08/2023. Rev.1.0
SM-S711B
SM-S711B/DS

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Table of Contents
Getting started
5 Device layout and functions
9 Charging the battery
14 Nano-SIM card and eSIM
16 Turning the device on and off
17 Initial setup
18 Samsung account
19 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
21 Understanding the screen
29 Notification panel
31 Screen capture and screen record
32 Entering text
Apps and features
35 Installing or uninstalling apps
36 Phone
39 Contacts
41 Messages
42 Camera
60 Gallery
64 AR Zone
70 Bixby
71 Bixby Vision
72 Multi window (Using multiple apps
at once)
75 Samsung Internet
76 Samsung Wallet
78 Samsung Pay
80 Samsung Health
81 Samsung Notes
82 Samsung Members
82 Samsung Kids
83 Samsung Global Goals
83 Samsung TV Plus
83 Galaxy Shop
83 Galaxy Wearable
84 Calendar
85 Reminder (Receiving notifications
for to-do items)
86 Voice Recorder
88 My Files (Checking and managing
the files)
88 Clock
88 Calculator
89 Game Launcher
90 Game Booster (Configuring your
gaming environment)
91 SmartThings
91 Sharing content
93 Music Share
94 Smart View (Mirroring on a TV
screen)
95 Link to Windows (Using the device
through a computer connection)
96 Samsung DeX
100 Google apps

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120 Security and privacy
121 Face recognition
123 Fingerprint recognition
126 Samsung Pass
128 Secure Folder
131 Secure Wi-Fi
132 Location
133 Safety and emergency
133 Accounts and backup
134 Samsung Cloud
135 Google
135 Advanced features
136 Motions and gestures
137 Video call effects
138 Dual Messenger
139 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
139 Battery and device care
139 Optimising your device
140 Battery
140 Storage
140 Memory
141 Device protection
141 Auto optimisation
141 Software update
141 Diagnostics
141 Maintenance mode
141 Apps
142 General management
143 Accessibility
144 Software update
144 About phone
Settings
101 Introduction
101 Samsung account
101 Connections
103 Wi-Fi
104 Bluetooth
106 NFC and contactless payments
107 Data saver
107 Allowed networks for apps
108 Mobile Hotspot
108 More connection settings
110 Connected devices
111 Modes and Routines
111 Using modes
111 Using routines
112 Sounds and vibration
113 Sound quality and effects
113 Separate app sound
114 Notifications
114 Display
116 Motion smoothness
116 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display colour
117 Wallpaper and style
117 Themes
117 Home screen
118 Lock screen
118 Smart Lock
119 Always On Display (Displaying
information when the screen is
turned off)

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Usage notices
145 Precautions for using the device
147 Notes on package contents and
accessories
148 Maintaining water and dust
resistance
149 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
153 Troubleshooting
158 Removing the battery

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Getting started
Device layout and functions
Touch screen
Headphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
SIM card tray Speaker
Fingerprint
recognition sensor
Side button
Volume button
Front camera
Light sensor

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NFC antenna /
Wireless charging coil
Rear camera
Main antenna
Microphone
Speaker
Flash
Airvent hole
Microphone
GPS antenna

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When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using
speakerphone, do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is
irreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk
of injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service
Centre or an authorised service centre.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, or if these
parts are covered, the device’s sound may become quiet or certain features may
not work. If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp
object, the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
‒
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
‒
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
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If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
If the airvent hole is covered by an accessory, such as a protective film or sticker,
unwanted noises may occur during calls or media playback.
•
Do not cover the light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a cover.
Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.

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Hard buttons
Button Function
Side button
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to
Using Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to open the app or feature you
set.
Side button +
Volume Down
button
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side button
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side button twice or pressing and
holding the Side button.
Open
Settings , tap Advanced features
→
Side button , and then select an option you
want.
Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for
extended periods.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger
from the device.
Wireless charging
The device has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery using a
wireless charger (sold separately).
Place the centre of the device’s back on the centre of the wireless charger to charge the
battery. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless charger.
The estimated charging time will appear on the notification panel. The actual charging
time assumes that the device is not in use, and it may vary depending on the charging
conditions. Wireless charging may not work smoothly depending on the type of
accessory or cover. For stable wireless charging, it is recommended to separate the cover
or accessory from the device.

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Precautions forwireless charging
If you do not follow the precautions, the device may not charge properly or may
overheat, or the device and any cards may be damaged.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger with a credit card or radio-
frequency identification (RFID) card (such as a transportation card or a key card)
placed between the back of the device and the device cover.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless chargerwhen conductive materials, such
as metal objects and magnets, are placed between the device and the wireless
charger.
•
If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose
network reception.
•
Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use otherwireless chargers,
the battery may not charge properly.
Quick charging
Use a super fast charger or fast charger. To use the fast wireless charging feature, use a
charger and components that support the feature.
You can check the connection status of the charger by opening
Settings and tapping
Battery and device care
→
Battery .
•
If fast charging does not work, open Settings , tap Battery and device care
→
Battery
→
More battery settings , and then check if the feature you want
is turned on. Also, check if the USB cable and the USB power adapter are
connected properly.
•
You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned
off.
•
If the wireless charger has an internal fan, the fan may produce noise during
fast wireless charging. Add a routine to set the fast wireless charging feature to
turn off automatically at the preset time using
Routines . When the fast wireless
charging feature turns off, the charger’s fan noise and the indicator light will be
reduced.