Samsung Transform Ultra User manual

User Guide

Important Messages
IMPORTANT: If the account type you want to set up is not in the phone database, you will be
asked to enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the
email account such as incoming and outgoing server settings before you
proceed.
WARNING: Use only network-approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers
with your phone. The failure to use a network-approved or manufacturer-
approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will
overheat, catch fire or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death or
property damage.

Table of Contents
Get Started ................................................................................................................................ 1
Set Up Your Phone................................................................................................................. 1
Activate Your Phone............................................................................................................... 4
Complete the Setup Application.............................................................................................. 5
Set Up Voicemail.................................................................................................................... 6
Phone Basics............................................................................................................................. 7
Your Phone’s Layout .............................................................................................................. 7
Key Functions..................................................................................................................... 8
Landscape Phone Features................................................................................................ 9
Turn Your Phone On and Off.................................................................................................10
Turn Your Screen On and Off................................................................................................10
Touchscreen Navigation........................................................................................................10
Customize the Home Screen .............................................................................................12
Extended Home Screens...................................................................................................13
Status Bar .............................................................................................................................13
Status Icons.......................................................................................................................14
Notification Icons................................................................................................................15
Enter Text..............................................................................................................................15
Slide-out QWERTY Keyboard............................................................................................15
Touchscreen Keyboards....................................................................................................16
Tips for Editing Text...........................................................................................................17
Phone.......................................................................................................................................18
Making Calls..........................................................................................................................18
Dialing Options......................................................................................................................19
Answering Calls.....................................................................................................................20
Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled..............................................................21
Missed Call Notification.........................................................................................................21
Calling Emergency Numbers.................................................................................................22
Enhanced 911 (E911) Information .....................................................................................22
In-Call Options.......................................................................................................................22

Additional Calling Options......................................................................................................23
Call Waiting........................................................................................................................24
3-way Calling .....................................................................................................................25
Saving a Phone Number .......................................................................................................25
Finding a Phone Number.......................................................................................................26
Dialing From the Contacts List...............................................................................................26
Plus (+) Code Dialing ............................................................................................................27
Contacts....................................................................................................................................28
Get Started With Contacts.....................................................................................................28
Access Contacts................................................................................................................28
The Contacts List...............................................................................................................29
Add a Contact........................................................................................................................30
Save a Phone Number..........................................................................................................31
Edit a Contact........................................................................................................................32
Add or Edit Information for a Contact.................................................................................32
Assign a Stored Picture to a Contact..................................................................................33
Assign a New Picture to a Contact.....................................................................................34
Join a Contact....................................................................................................................34
Delete a Contact................................................................................................................34
Synchronize Contacts............................................................................................................34
Share a Contact ....................................................................................................................35
Accounts and Messaging..........................................................................................................36
Gmail / Google ......................................................................................................................36
Create a Google Account...................................................................................................36
Sign In to Your Google Account.........................................................................................37
Access Gmail.....................................................................................................................37
Send a Gmail Message......................................................................................................38
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages..................................................................................40
Edit Gmail Account Settings...............................................................................................40
Email.....................................................................................................................................41
Add an Email Account........................................................................................................42
Add a Corporate Email Account.........................................................................................42
Setting Up a Corporate Email.............................................................................................42

Add Additional Internet Email Accounts .............................................................................43
Compose and Send Email .................................................................................................44
View and Reply to Email....................................................................................................45
Manage Your Email Inbox..................................................................................................46
Corporate Email Features..................................................................................................47
Edit Email Account Settings...............................................................................................48
Delete an Email Account....................................................................................................50
Text Messaging and MMS.....................................................................................................50
Compose Text Messages ..................................................................................................51
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ..................................................................................52
Save and Resume a Draft Message...................................................................................54
New Messages Notification................................................................................................54
Managing Message Conversations....................................................................................55
Text and MMS Options ......................................................................................................57
Social Networking Accounts..................................................................................................58
Facebook...........................................................................................................................58
Qik Video...........................................................................................................................58
Recording Qik Video..........................................................................................................59
YouTube............................................................................................................................60
Google Talk...........................................................................................................................60
Applications and Entertainment.................................................................................................61
Google Play Store App..........................................................................................................61
Find and Install an App ......................................................................................................61
Create a Google Wallet Account........................................................................................62
Request a Refund for a Paid App.......................................................................................63
Open an Installed App........................................................................................................63
Uninstall an App.................................................................................................................63
Get Help With Google Play ................................................................................................64
Navigation .............................................................................................................................64
Google Maps .....................................................................................................................64
Telenav GPS Navigation....................................................................................................65
Registering TeleNav GPS Navigator..................................................................................66
Using TeleNav GPS Navigator...........................................................................................66

Google Navigation .............................................................................................................73
Latitude..............................................................................................................................73
Music.....................................................................................................................................73
Music Player......................................................................................................................73
Web and Data...........................................................................................................................76
Wi-Fi......................................................................................................................................76
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network............................................................76
Check the Wireless Network Status...................................................................................77
Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network.................................................................................78
Data Services (3G)................................................................................................................78
Your User Name................................................................................................................78
Launch a Web Connection.................................................................................................79
Data Connection Status and Indicators..............................................................................79
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)..............................................................................................79
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection..........................................................................80
Set Up Secure Credential Storage.....................................................................................80
Add a VPN Connection......................................................................................................80
Connect to a VPN..............................................................................................................80
Disconnect From a VPN.....................................................................................................81
Browser.................................................................................................................................81
Learn to Navigate the Browser...........................................................................................81
Browser Menu....................................................................................................................83
Select Text on a Web Page ...............................................................................................84
Go to a Specific Website....................................................................................................84
Adjust Browser Page Settings............................................................................................85
Adjust Browser Privacy Settings ........................................................................................86
Adjust Browser Security Settings.......................................................................................86
Create Website Settings ....................................................................................................87
Reset the Browser to Default .............................................................................................87
Set the Browser Home Page..............................................................................................87
Create Bookmarks.............................................................................................................87
Create a New Homepage...................................................................................................88
Add Bookmarks to Your Home Screen...............................................................................89

Mobile Hotspot ......................................................................................................................89
Set Up Mobile Hotspot.......................................................................................................89
Connect to Mobile Hotspot.................................................................................................89
Camera and Video....................................................................................................................90
Take Pictures ........................................................................................................................90
Open the Camera ..............................................................................................................90
Viewfinder Screen..............................................................................................................90
Review Screen...................................................................................................................92
Zoom .................................................................................................................................92
Face Detection...................................................................................................................93
Take a Picture....................................................................................................................93
Close the Camera..............................................................................................................94
Record Videos.......................................................................................................................94
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery................................................................................95
Open Gallery......................................................................................................................95
View Photos and Videos....................................................................................................96
Zoom In or Out on a Photo.................................................................................................97
Watch Video ......................................................................................................................97
Close Gallery.....................................................................................................................98
Working with Photos..............................................................................................................98
Rotate and Save a Photo...................................................................................................98
Crop a Photo......................................................................................................................98
Share Photos and Videos......................................................................................................99
Send Photos or Videos by Email......................................................................................100
Send a Photo or Video by Multimedia Message...............................................................100
Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth ..........................................................................100
Share Photos on Facebook for Android ...........................................................................101
Share Photos on Picasa...................................................................................................101
Share Videos on YouTube...............................................................................................102
Tools and Calendar.................................................................................................................104
Calendar..............................................................................................................................104
Add an Event to the Calendar..........................................................................................104
Send a Meeting Request (Exchange ActiveSync only).....................................................105

Event Alerts .....................................................................................................................106
View Events.....................................................................................................................107
Erase Events ...................................................................................................................109
Show or Hide Calendars..................................................................................................110
Choose Google Calendars to Synchronize With Your Phone...........................................110
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar..............................................................110
Alarm & Timer .....................................................................................................................111
Calculator............................................................................................................................113
My Files...............................................................................................................................114
Voice Commands................................................................................................................114
Voice Dialing....................................................................................................................114
Text-to-Speech................................................................................................................116
Voice Search ...................................................................................................................117
Bluetooth.............................................................................................................................117
Turn Bluetooth On or Off..................................................................................................118
The Bluetooth Settings Menu...........................................................................................118
Change the Phone Name.................................................................................................118
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit ..........................................................................119
Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit.......................................................................................119
Disconnect or Unpair From a Bluetooth Phone................................................................120
Send and Receive Information Using Bluetooth...............................................................120
microSD Card......................................................................................................................123
Remove the microSD Card ..............................................................................................123
Insert a microSD Card......................................................................................................123
View the microSD Card Memory......................................................................................124
Format the microSD Card ................................................................................................124
Unmount the microSD Card.............................................................................................124
Use the Phone’s microSD Card as a USB Drive ..............................................................125
Update Your Phone.............................................................................................................125
Update Your Phone Firmware..........................................................................................125
Update Your Android Operating System ..........................................................................127
Update Your Profile..........................................................................................................128
Update Your PRL.............................................................................................................128

Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service..........................................................................................129
Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account............................................................129
Enable Global Roaming Mode.............................................................................................129
Make and Receive Worldwide Calls ....................................................................................129
Make Calls Using Plus (+) Code Dialing...........................................................................130
Voicemail Service................................................................................................................130
Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number...........................................................................130
Access Your Voicemail ....................................................................................................131
Voicemail Troubleshooting...............................................................................................131
International Data Roaming.................................................................................................131
Get Started With Data Services .......................................................................................132
Access Email and Data Services on GSM/UMTS Networks.............................................132
Access Email and Data Services on CDMA Networks......................................................132
Status Messages.................................................................................................................132
Contact Your Wireless Carrier for Assistance......................................................................133
Index.......................................................................................................................................135

Get Started 1
Get Started
This section gives you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service
the first time.
Set Up Your Phone
Activate Your Phone
Complete the Setup Application
Set Up Voicemail
Set Up Your Phone
You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone.
1. Install the battery.
Insert a coin or other flat object into the slot at the bottom of the battery compartment
cover and lift the cover up gently.
Insert the battery, contacts end first, and gently press the battery into place.

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Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and
there are no gaps around the cover.
Note: When you insert the battery, your phone may power on automatically.
1. Connect the USB cable to the charging head

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2. Insert the USB cable into the phone’s Charger/Accessory jack.
3. Plug the charging head into a standard AC power outlet.
Always use a Network-approved or Samsung-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or
vehicle power adapter to charge your battery.

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Note: The front LED turns red to indicate the battery is currently charging.
►Plug the flat end of the charger into the phone’s charger jack and the other end into an
electrical outlet. The phone turns on with the screen locked and indicates both its charge
state and percent of charge.
With the network-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes
completely run down.
Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. Fully charging a battery may take up to
three hours.
Note: Your phone’s battery should have enough charge for the phone to turn on and find a
signal, run the setup application, set up voicemail, and make a call. You should fully
charge the battery as soon as possible.
2. Press the Power button to turn the phone on.
If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for wireless service, and begin the
setup application.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.
Activate Your Phone
Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to
use or you may need to activate it on your wireless account.

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►If you purchased your phone at a store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
►If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new wireless account or a new line
of service, it is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free
Activation screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware
Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
►If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing
number on your account (you’re swapping phones), you should contact your wireless
service provider to activate the number on your new wireless phone.
►To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated or you do not
have access to the Internet, contact your wireless service provider.
Tip: Do not press the Power button while the phone is being activated. Pressing the Power
button cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, contact your wireless service provider.
Complete the Setup Application
Once your phone has been turned on and activated, you will see a Welcome message. You can
then complete the Setup application.
1. Tap the Android icon to get started. To skip any section, tap Next or Skip.
2. Set up your Google options. Follow the instructions to complete each step.
View a tutorial: Tap Begin to see a brief tutorial on getting started.
Set up your Google Account: Complete the steps to create or sign in to your
Google account.
Use Google Location: Tap the check marks to select your Google location options.
Back up data: Choose whether or not to back up data with your Google account.
3. Tap Finish setup to complete the Google setup process. You will see a Setup
accounts page.
4. Tap any of the services listed and follow the prompts to set up additional accounts.
For each account you set up, you will need your account sign-in information and
passwords.
When you’re finished adding accounts, tap Done adding accounts.
5. Tap OK to view a video tutorial, or tap Skip to finish setup and go to the home screen.

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Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google account to use your phone. However, to
download applications from the Google Play Store app, you must link your phone to a
Google account.
Set Up Voicemail
Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is
in use or turned off. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your
phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access.
1. Press Home and tap . (If your screen is locked, press the Power button to
turn on the display and then drag to the right to unlock the screen.)
2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number.
3. Follow the system prompts to:
Create your password.
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.
Note: Voicemail Password –It is strongly recommended that you create a password when
setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password,
anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.

Phone Basics 7
Phone Basics
Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay
connected to the people and information that are important to you. The topics in this section will
introduce the basic functions and features of your phone.
Your Phone’s Layout
Turn Your Phone On and Off
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Touchscreen Navigation
Your Home Screen
Status Bar
Enter Text
Your Phone’s Layout
The illustrations below outline your phone’s basic layout.

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Key Functions
►Front Indicator Light (LED) displays a phone notification, charging status, or alert.
►Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
►Touchscreen displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the
call status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides one-touch access to
all of your features and applications.
►Menu Key allows you to access your phone’s main functions menu: Add, Wallpaper,
Switch ID, Settings, Search, and More. While in a menu, press to open a list of actions
available from the current screen or onscreen option.
►Home Key returns you to the Home screen. Press and hold to open the recently-used
applications window.
►Search Key lets you search information on the current screen or application. For
example, while in Contacts, press to search for a contact.
►Back Key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu,
the Notifications panel, or onscreen keyboard.
►Proximity Sensor detects how close an object is to the surface of the screen. This is
typically used to detect when your face is pressed up against the screen, such as during
a phone call.
While you are talking on the phone, the sensor detects talk activity and locks the
keypad to prevent accidental key presses.
►Self Camera Lens, for use with the Qik application, takes pictures while facing the
screen, and allows you to video conference.
►Power Button lets you turn the phone on or off or turn the screen on or off, or switch
your phone to silent mode, vibration mode, or airplane mode.
►Mic lets you hear the different ringers and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the
caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.
►Camera Button lets you activate the camera and camcorder and take pictures and
videos.
►Charger/Accessory Jack allows you to connect the phone charger or the USB cable
(included).
►Flash helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is focusing
and capturing a photo or video.

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►Volume Button allows you to adjust the ringer or media volume or adjust the voice
volume during a call.
►Camera lets you take pictures and videos.
►3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in either a stereo headset or an optional
headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
►QWERTY Keyboard slides out from the left side of the phone.
Landscape Phone Features
►QWERTY Keyboard provides an alphanumeric character keyboard layout. Lets you
enter numbers, letters, and characters, as well as navigate within menus.
►Shift Key lets you toggle alphabet characters between mixed case, uppercase, and
lowercase. Character case remains as selected until the Shift key is pressed again.
►Fn Key (Function) key lets you enter the alternate character or symbol displayed on
each key on the QWERTY keyboard.
►Smiley Key lets you access Smiley icons (Emoticons).
►Space Key lets you add spaces between words and characters.
►Navigation Keys allow you to navigate around your phone’s menu options while in
Landscape mode.

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►OK Key lets you select or accept the currently highlighted option.
►Return Key allows you to insert a new line within a text entry field.
►Delete Key deletes characters from the display in text entry mode.
Turn Your Phone On and Off
Turn Your Phone On
►Press and hold the Power button.
Turn Your Phone Off
►Press and hold the Power button to open the phone options menu. Tap Power off to
turn the phone off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
►To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power button. Pressing the Power button again
or receiving an incoming call will turn on your phone screen and show the lock screen.
To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of
time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the
phone’s screen is off..
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power button.
2. Drag to the right to unlock the screen.
If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter
the password or PIN.
Touchscreen Navigation
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Tap
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application
and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger.

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Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch
and hold the item.
Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger.
While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick
strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts
or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to
landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways
to bring up a bigger keyboard. See “Using the Onscreen Keyboard” for more details.
Note: The Auto-rotate check box needs to be selected for the screen orientation to
automatically change. To make this selection, press > > and tap
Display > Auto-rotate screen.
Pinch and Spread
“Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom
in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to
zoom in.)
Your Home Screen
The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You
can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and
more. Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to
display additional screens.