Samsung Verizon Galaxy J3 Eclipse User manual

User guide.
Guía del
usuario.
GH68-47922A Printed in USA
User guide.
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SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.

Special Features..............................1
Side Speaker.................................2
Getting Started.............................. 3
Set Up Your Device .............................4
Assemble Your Device ........................5
Start Using Your Device......................10
Set Up Your Device ..........................11
Learn About Your Device .......................15
Front View..................................16
Back View ..................................18
Home Screen ...............................19
Notification Panel.......................... 22
Navigation ................................ 28
Entering Text ..............................30
Multi Window.............................. 33
Emergency Mode .......................... 35
Apps .........................................37
Using Apps ................................ 38
Applications Settings........................41
Calculator ................................. 43
Calendar ..................................44
Camera and Video.......................... 47
Table of Contents
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Clock ..................................... 52
Contacts .................................. 55
Email ..................................... 62
Gallery ................................... 65
Google Apps ............................... 69
Message+ ..................................72
Messages ..................................75
My Files ...................................80
Phone..................................... 82
SHealth....................................91
Samsung Gear ............................. 93
SamsungNotes ............................ 94
Verizon Apps .............................. 96
Settings .....................................98
How to Use Settings ........................ 99
Connections ................................100
Wi‑Fi......................................101
Bluetooth ................................104
Data Usage ............................... 107
Airplane Mode ............................109
Mobile Hotspot ........................... 109
Tethering..................................112
Mobile Networks...........................112
Location...................................113
Nearby Device Scanning ....................115
Printing ...................................115
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) .............115
Sounds and Vibration .........................117
Sound Mode ...............................118
Easy Mute .................................118

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Vibrations .................................118
Volume ...................................119
Ringtone ................................. 120
Notification Sounds ........................121
Do Not Disturb.............................121
System Sounds ............................122
Key‑Tap Feedback..........................122
Sound Quality and Effects ................. 123
Notifications................................ 124
Block App Notifications.................... 125
Customize App Notifications ............... 125
Smart Alert............................... 125
Display ......................................126
Screen Brightness..........................127
Screen Zoom and Font......................127
Home Screen ............................. 128
Easy Mode................................ 128
Icon Frames .............................. 129
Status Bar ................................ 129
Screen Timeout ........................... 129
Screen Saver.............................. 130
One‑Handed Mode ........................ 130
Wallpapers and Themes ......................131
Wallpapers ................................132
Themes ...................................132
Icons......................................132
Device Maintenance ......................... 133
Battery................................... 134
Storage .................................. 134
Emergency Mode ..........................137

vTable of Contents
Language and Input ........................137
Date and Time ............................ 139
Reset ....................................140
Factory Data Reset ........................ 140
Software Update ...........................141
Lock Screen and Security .................... 142
Set a Screen Lock ......................... 143
Unknown Sources ......................... 144
Secure Folder ............................. 144
Secure Startup............................ 144
Encrypt SD Card .......................... 144
Set Up SIM Card Lock ...................... 145
View Passwords........................... 145
Security Update Service ................... 145
Phone Administration ..................... 146
Credential Storage ........................ 146
Advanced Security Settings .................147
Accounts ................................... 148
Add an Account ........................... 149
Backup and Restore ........................151
GoogleSettings............................151
Accessibility ................................ 153
Vision .................................... 154
Hearing ...................................155
Dexterity and Interaction ...................155
More Accessibility Settings ................ 156
Accessibility Services.......................157
Other Settings .............................. 158
About Phone ............................. 159
Help ..................................... 159

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Phone Assistance App ..................... 160
Getting Help ................................161
Videos ................................... 162
Simulators ............................... 162
Tips ...................................... 162
Samsung Support ......................... 162
Verizon Glossary .......................... 162
Legal ........................................163
Legal Information ......................... 164

Learn about your mobile device’s
special features.
Special Features

2Special Features
Side Speaker
This device features the speaker on the side of the
device.
Speaker

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

Set Up Your
Device
Learn how to set up your device
forthefirsttime.

5Set Up Your Device
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Remove the Back Cover
►Lift the cover up and to the left of the device.
Caution: When removing the back cover, use
the slot next to the Volume key to gently lift the
coveroff. Pulling on the Speaker (located next to the
Powerbutton) may cause damage.
Do not pull
onSpeaker
Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover
excessively. Using excessive force on the cover during
removal or installation of an internal component can
cause the material to break.

6Set Up Your Device
Install the SIM Card
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.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIMcard
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards outof reach of
small children.
►Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown. Install an Optional Memory Card
You can install a microSD™ memory card (notincluded)
to add more memory space to yourdevice.
A memory card can be installed at any time. It is not
necessary to install it prior to using the device.

7Set Up Your Device
►Slide the memory card into the slot with the gold
contacts facing down. Install the Battery
The battery is installed in the back of the device.
1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of
the device, making sure the connectors align.
2. Gently press down to secure the battery.

8Set Up Your Device
Replace the Back Cover
The back cover should be replaced before using
thedevice.
1. Place the back cover onto the back of the device
and press down.
2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you
have a secure seal.
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. You can use the
device while charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.

9Set Up Your Device
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries
approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are
designed foryour device to maximize battery life. Using
other accessories may void your warranty and may
cause damage.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at
regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level:
►View the battery charge indicator located in the top
right corner of your device’s display. Asolid color
( ) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea
of the remaining charge on the battery. For more
information, see “Battery” on page134.
While charging, the device and the charger may
become hot. This does not affect the device’s lifespan
or performance and is in the device’s normal range of
operation.
The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes
too hot.

10Set Up Your Device
If the device heats up while charging the battery:
1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close
any running apps.
2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin
charging the device again.
• If the lower part of the device overheats,
check for damage to the connected USB cable.
Replace the damaged USB cable with a new
Samsung-approved cable.
Start Using Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.
To turn the device on:
►Press and hold the Power key until the device
turnson.
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.

11Set Up Your Device
Lock or Unlock Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
To lock the device:
►Press the Power key.
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Tochoose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page143.
To unlock the device:
►Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
restart your device.
►Press and hold the Power key and the
Volumedown key at the same time for morethan
seven seconds.
Set Up Your Device
Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome
screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.

12Set Up Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google™Account to fully
utilize its Android™features, including Gmail™and the
Google Play™store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing Google Account or create a new
GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
GoogleAccount on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts.
3. Tap Addaccount > Google.
Factory Reset Protection
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device,
Factory Reset Protection is activated. Factory Reset
Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using
your device if it is reset to factory settings without your
permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen
and a factory data reset is performed, only someone
with your Google Account username and password can
use the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory
data reset if you do not have your GoogleAccount
username and password. For more information, see
“Factory Data Reset” on page140.

13Set Up Your Device
Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung
or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service
center, you should remove your Google Account before
resetting the device back to factory settings. For more
information, visit: samsung.com/us/support/frp.
Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically
activates the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security
feature.
Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the
device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Google.
• If you have more than one Google Account set
up on your device, tap the Google Account you
want to remove.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Remove account.
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device. When you turn on
your device for the first time, set up your existing
Samsung account or create a new Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsung account on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts.
3. Tap Addaccount > Samsungaccount.