Samsung SPH-P500 User manual

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Get Started.................................................................................................................................... 1
Your Device at a Glance........................................................................................................1
Set Up Your Device ............................................................................................................... 1
Activate Your Device .............................................................................................................3
Complete the Setup Application ............................................................................................4
Sprint Account Information and Help.....................................................................................5
Sprint Account Passwords .............................................................................................5
Manage Your Account....................................................................................................5
Device Basics ............................................................................................................................... 7
Your Device’s Layout............................................................................................................. 7
Key Functions................................................................................................................. 7
Turn Your Device On and Off ................................................................................................ 9
Turn Your Screen On and Off..............................................................................................10
Touchscreen Navigation......................................................................................................10
Your Home Screen ..............................................................................................................14
Creating Shortcuts........................................................................................................15
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts ....................................................................16
Adding and Removing Widgets....................................................................................17
Extended Home Screens .............................................................................................18
Recently Used Applications..........................................................................................19
Mini App Tray ...............................................................................................................19
Status Bar............................................................................................................................ 20
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................ 21
Text Input Methods.......................................................................................................21
Google Voice Typing.................................................................................................... 22
Samsung Keyboard......................................................................................................23
Swype........................................................................................................................... 24
Tips for Editing Text .....................................................................................................26
Settings....................................................................................................................................... 28
Wi-Fi Settings ...................................................................................................................... 29

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Bluetooth Settings................................................................................................................ 29
Data Usage Settings............................................................................................................30
More Settings....................................................................................................................... 30
Airplane Mode ..............................................................................................................31
Mobile Networks...........................................................................................................31
Tethering ...................................................................................................................... 32
Wi-Fi Direct................................................................................................................... 32
VPN.............................................................................................................................. 33
Nearby Devices............................................................................................................34
Roaming....................................................................................................................... 35
Sound Settings .................................................................................................................... 35
Volume ......................................................................................................................... 36
Default Notifications .....................................................................................................36
Touch Sounds ..............................................................................................................36
Screen Lock Sounds ....................................................................................................36
Display Settings................................................................................................................... 37
Brightness .................................................................................................................... 37
Screen Timeout............................................................................................................ 37
Auto-rotate Screen .......................................................................................................37
Font Style ..................................................................................................................... 38
Font Size ...................................................................................................................... 38
Quick Launch ...............................................................................................................38
Wallpaper Settings............................................................................................................... 38
Home Screen Wallpaper ..............................................................................................38
Lock Screen Wallpaper ................................................................................................39
Home and Lock Screens Wallpaper.............................................................................39
Power Saving Settings.........................................................................................................39
Storage Settings ..................................................................................................................41
Device Memory ............................................................................................................41
SD Card........................................................................................................................ 42
Battery Settings ................................................................................................................... 43
Application Manager............................................................................................................43
Manage Applications.................................................................................................... 43

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Running Services .........................................................................................................44
Memory Use................................................................................................................. 44
Accounts and Sync Settings................................................................................................ 44
Set Up a New Account .................................................................................................45
Manage Existing Accounts...........................................................................................45
Location Services Settings ..................................................................................................45
Use Location Services..................................................................................................46
Use GPS Satellites.......................................................................................................46
Location and Google Search........................................................................................46
Security Settings..................................................................................................................46
Screen Lock ................................................................................................................. 47
Encrypt Device .............................................................................................................49
Encrypt SD card ........................................................................................................... 50
Make Passwords Visible ..............................................................................................50
Device Administrators .................................................................................................. 50
Unknown Sources ........................................................................................................51
Trusted Credentials...................................................................................................... 51
Install from Device Storage ..........................................................................................51
Clear Credentials..........................................................................................................51
Language and Input Settings...............................................................................................52
Language ..................................................................................................................... 52
Default Input Method....................................................................................................52
Google Voice Typing Settings......................................................................................53
Samsung Keyboard Settings........................................................................................53
T9 Trace....................................................................................................................... 54
Swype Settings.............................................................................................................54
Voice Search................................................................................................................ 54
Text-to-speech Output..................................................................................................55
Pointer Speed...............................................................................................................55
Back Up and Reset Settings................................................................................................55
Backup and Restore.....................................................................................................56
Factory Data Reset ...................................................................................................... 56
Accessory Settings ..............................................................................................................56

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Date and Time Settings ....................................................................................................... 57
Accessibility Settings ...........................................................................................................57
TalkBack Settings.........................................................................................................58
Developer Options Settings................................................................................................. 59
USB Debugging............................................................................................................59
Development Device ID................................................................................................59
Allow Mock Locations...................................................................................................60
Desktop Backup Password ..........................................................................................60
User Interface Options .................................................................................................60
Application Options ...................................................................................................... 61
System Update Settings ......................................................................................................61
Update PRL..................................................................................................................61
Update Profile...............................................................................................................61
Update Samsung Software ..........................................................................................62
Update Firmware..........................................................................................................62
About Device ....................................................................................................................... 62
Contacts...................................................................................................................................... 64
Get Started With Contacts...................................................................................................64
Add a Contact...................................................................................................................... 66
Edit a Contact ...................................................................................................................... 67
Add or Edit Information for a Contact...........................................................................67
Assign a Stored Picture to a Contact ...........................................................................68
Assign a New Picture to a Contact...............................................................................68
Join a Contact ..............................................................................................................69
Delete a Contact...........................................................................................................69
Synchronize Contacts..........................................................................................................69
Add Entries to Your Favorites..............................................................................................70
Add Facebook Content to Your Contacts ............................................................................71
Add Your Facebook Friends to Your Contacts.............................................................71
Create Groups ..................................................................................................................... 71
Share a Contact................................................................................................................... 72
Accounts and Messaging............................................................................................................74
Gmail / Google..................................................................................................................... 74

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Create a Google Account.............................................................................................74
Sign In to Your Google Account...................................................................................75
Access Gmail ............................................................................................................... 75
Send a Gmail Message................................................................................................76
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages............................................................................76
Email.................................................................................................................................... 77
Add an Email Account.................................................................................................. 77
Add a Corporate Email Account...................................................................................78
Compose and Send Email............................................................................................79
View and Reply to Email ..............................................................................................80
Manage Your Email Inbox............................................................................................80
Corporate Email Features ............................................................................................81
Edit Email Account Settings .........................................................................................82
Delete an Email Account..............................................................................................83
Add an Email or Gmail Widget .....................................................................................83
Social Networking Accounts ................................................................................................84
Facebook...................................................................................................................... 84
YouTube....................................................................................................................... 85
Google Talk.................................................................................................................. 85
Applications and Entertainment ..................................................................................................87
DivX ..................................................................................................................................... 87
DivX Legal Information.................................................................................................87
Locate Your VOD Registration Number .......................................................................88
Register Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies...........................88
Google Play Store................................................................................................................ 89
Find and Install an App.................................................................................................90
Create a Google Checkout Account.............................................................................90
Request a Refund for a Paid App.................................................................................91
Open an Installed App..................................................................................................91
Uninstall an App ........................................................................................................... 91
Get Help with Google Play ...........................................................................................92
Navigation............................................................................................................................ 92
Google Maps................................................................................................................ 92

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Google Navigation........................................................................................................93
Latitude......................................................................................................................... 94
Music ................................................................................................................................... 94
Music Player................................................................................................................. 94
Google Play Music .......................................................................................................94
Google Play Movies & TV....................................................................................................98
AllShare Play ....................................................................................................................... 99
Configure AllShare Settings ......................................................................................... 99
Set Up Web Storage ..................................................................................................100
Share Files via Web Storage......................................................................................100
Share Media via AllShare Play to a Target Device ....................................................101
AllShare Play Screen Sharing via Group Cast...........................................................101
Peel Smart Remote ...........................................................................................................102
Media Hub ......................................................................................................................... 102
Creating a New Media Hub Account ..........................................................................102
Use Media Hub........................................................................................................... 103
Media Hub Notices..................................................................................................... 103
Web and Data........................................................................................................................... 105
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................. 105
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network ...................................................105
Check the Wireless Network Status...........................................................................107
Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network.........................................................................107
Sprint Connections Optimizer.....................................................................................107
Data Services (Sprint 3G)..................................................................................................108
Your Data Services User Name .................................................................................108
Launch a Web Connection.........................................................................................109
4G Services ....................................................................................................................... 109
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)..........................................................................................110
Prepare Your Device for VPN Connection .................................................................110
Set Up Trusted Credential Storage ............................................................................110
Add a VPN Connection ..............................................................................................111
Connect to a VPN.......................................................................................................111
Disconnect from a VPN..............................................................................................111

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Internet .............................................................................................................................. 111
Learn to Navigate Internet..........................................................................................112
Internet Options..........................................................................................................113
Select Text on a Web Page........................................................................................114
Go to a Specific Website............................................................................................114
Adjust Internet Settings .............................................................................................. 114
Reset the Internet Options to Default.........................................................................117
Set the Home Page.................................................................................................... 117
Create Bookmarks......................................................................................................117
Create a New Homepage...........................................................................................118
Add Bookmarks to Your Home Screen ......................................................................118
Sprint Hotspot.................................................................................................................... 119
Camera and Video.................................................................................................................... 120
Take Pictures..................................................................................................................... 120
Open the Camera.......................................................................................................120
Viewfinder Screen ......................................................................................................120
Review Pictures and Videos.......................................................................................121
Take a Picture ............................................................................................................ 123
Close the Camera ......................................................................................................123
Record Videos ................................................................................................................... 123
Camera Settings................................................................................................................124
Camcorder Settings........................................................................................................... 125
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery ...........................................................................126
Open Gallery .............................................................................................................. 126
View Photos and Videos ............................................................................................ 127
Zoom In or Out on a Photo.........................................................................................127
Watch Video............................................................................................................... 127
Working with Photos..........................................................................................................128
Rotate and Save a Photo ........................................................................................... 128
Crop a Photo ..............................................................................................................128
Photo Editor....................................................................................................................... 128
Share Photos and Videos..................................................................................................130
Send Photos or Videos by Email................................................................................130

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Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth ....................................................................130
Share Photos or Videos on Google+..........................................................................131
Share Photos on Picasa.............................................................................................131
Share Videos on YouTube ......................................................................................... 131
Tools and Calendar................................................................................................................... 133
Calendar............................................................................................................................ 133
Add an Event to the Calendar ....................................................................................133
Event Alerts................................................................................................................ 135
View Events................................................................................................................ 135
Erase Events.............................................................................................................. 136
Alarm ................................................................................................................................. 137
Set an Alarm...............................................................................................................137
Delete an Alarm..........................................................................................................138
Calculator........................................................................................................................... 138
World Clock ....................................................................................................................... 138
Memo................................................................................................................................. 138
S Suggest .......................................................................................................................... 139
Transfer Files Between Your Device and a Computer ......................................................139
My Files ............................................................................................................................. 140
Dropbox ............................................................................................................................. 141
Download the Dropbox Desktop Application..............................................................141
Accessing Dropbox on Your Device...........................................................................141
Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................... 141
Turn Bluetooth On or Off............................................................................................142
Bluetooth Settings ......................................................................................................142
Change the Device Name ..........................................................................................142
Pair with a Bluetooth Device ......................................................................................143
Connect to a Paired Device........................................................................................143
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device ..........................................................................144
Unpair from a Bluetooth Device .................................................................................144
Send Information via Bluetooth ..................................................................................144
Receive Information via Bluetooth..............................................................................145
microSD Card .................................................................................................................... 146

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Insert a microSD Card................................................................................................147
Remove a microSD Card ...........................................................................................147
View microSD Card Memory......................................................................................148
Format a microSD Card .............................................................................................148
Unmount a microSD Card ..........................................................................................148
Update Your Device........................................................................................................... 149
Update the PRL..........................................................................................................149
Update Your Profile.................................................................................................... 149
Update Your Samsung Software................................................................................149
Update Firmware........................................................................................................149
Index ......................................................................................................................................... 152

Get Started 1
Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your device and Sprint
service the first time.
Your Device at a Glance
Set Up Your Device
Activate Your Device
Sprint Account Information and Help
Your Device at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your device’s primary external features and buttons.
Set Up Your Device
Charge the battery to begin setting up your device.
1. Plug the wide end of the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory Jack on the bottom of
your device.
Warning! While the device is charging, if the touchscreen does not function due to an
unstable power supply, unplug the USB power adapter from the power outlet or
unplug the USB cable from the device.

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2. Plug the USB end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging
Head into an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Fully charging a battery may take
up to three hours.
Note: Your device’s battery should have enough charge for the device to turn on and find a
signal, and set up the device. You should fully charge the battery as soon as possible.
3. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to turn the device on.

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If your device is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the
setup application.
If your device is not yet activated, see Activate Your Device for more information.
Activate Your Device
Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your device, it may be ready to
use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
●If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
●If you received your device in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of
service, it is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the device 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 device in the mail and you are activating a new device for an
existing number on your account (you’re swapping devices), you can activate on your
computer online or directly on your device.
Activate on your computer: Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online
instructions to activate your device.
Activate on your device:
• Turn on your new device. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your device will
automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
• Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.

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• Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process.
●To confirm activation, launch Internet. If your device is still not activated or you do not
have access to the Internet, contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for
assistance.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock button while the device is being activated. Pressing the
Power/Lock button cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, contact Sprint Customer Service by calling
1-888-211-4727 from any other device.
Complete the Setup Application
The Setup application helps you set up certain features and preferences on your device. Once
your device has been turned on and activated, you will see a Welcome message. You can then
complete the Setup application.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup application before your device has been
activated on your Sprint account.
1. Once your device is activated, you will see the Welcome screen. Choose a language,
and then tap Start to get started.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have
an option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
Samsung account: Your Samsung account provides access to a variety of services.
• Create new account - Follow the instructions to create a new Samsung account.
• Sign in - Enter your credentials to sign in to your current Samsung account.
Make it Google - Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google account, or
tap Get an account to sign up for a new Google account right from your device.
• Sign in - Enter your Gmail address and password and tap Sign in to set up your
current Google account on this device. Follow the instructions to set up options,
including enable purchases, Backup and restore options, Google location
services, and information to personalize some apps. Tap Next to continue after
each step.
• Get an account - Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google account.
There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email address
(Gmail), create a password, enter recovery information (including a backup email
address and a recovery question in case you forget your Google account sign-in
information), an option to join Google+, and an option to enable purchases from
the Google Play Store app. Tap Next between each screen.

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• Not now - Skip this step. You can always set up a Google account on your
device later, in Settings.
3. When setup is complete, tap Finish. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about
basic touch/tap navigation.
Note: As you use your device, you may see a notice to turn on Sprint Connections Optimizer,
to allow your device to automatically connect to the best available network, including Wi-
Fi networks. Follow the prompts on the notice to turn on Sprint Connections Optimizer,
or turn it on or off at any time by tapping Home > Apps >Settings >More settings >
Mobile networks >Connection optimizer.
Sprint Account Information and Help
Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding
help.
Sprint Account Passwords
Manage Your Account
Sprint Account Passwords
As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information and data
services account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to
create passwords to protect your privacy.
Account User Name and Password
If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you
sign on to sprint.com. (Click Sign in/Register and then click Sign up now! to get started.) If
you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you
can get a sub-account password at sprint.com.
Data Services Password
With your Sprint device, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control
access and authorize Premium Service purchases.
For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com or call Sprint
Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.
Manage Your Account
Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint device, or by phone.
Online at sprint.com/mysprint
●Access your account information.

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●Check your data usage (depending on your Sprint service plan).
●View and pay your bill.
●Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment.
●Purchase accessories.
●Shop for the latest Sprint devices.
●View available Sprint service plans and options.
●Learn more about data services and other products like games, ring tones, screen
savers, and more.
From your Sprint device
●Press >Apps >Sprint Zone to access your Sprint account, get device
information and help, find recommended apps, and more.
From your phone
●Sprint Customer Service: 1-888-211-4727.
●Business Customer Service: 1-888-788-4727.

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Device Basics
Your device 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 following topics will
introduce the basic functions and features of your device.
Your Device’s Layout
Turn Your Device On and Off
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Touchscreen Navigation
Your Home Screen
Status Bar
Enter Text
Your Device’s Layout
The following illustrations outline your device’s basic layout.
Key Functions
The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations.
Front View

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●External Speakers are used for music or video playback, notification tones, and for
other sounds.
●Light Sensor controls screen brightness automatically and when taking photos with the
Front-facing Camera.
●Front-facing Camera Lens allows you to take photos or video recordings while looking
at the screen, using the Self-portrait/Self-recording options of the Camera.
Top View
●3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional stereo headset (not included).
●Infrared Blaster emits infrared signals used for controlling external devices. For more
information, see Peel Smart Remote.
●Memory Card Slot allows you to install an optional microSD card (not included), for
additional storage.
●Volume Button allows you to adjust volume.
●Power/Lock Button lets you turn the device on or off, turn the screen on or off, enable
or disable data network mode or airplane mode, or restart the device.

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Back View
●Camera Lens lets you take pictures and videos.
●Microphone captures audio.
●Charger/Accessory Jack allows you to connect the device charger/USB cable
(included).
Turn Your Device On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device on and off. Your screen remains blank
while your device is off (unless the battery is charging).
Turn Your Device On
►Press and hold .
Turn Your Device Off
►Press and hold until the Device options menu displays, and then tap Power
off >OK.

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Turn Your Screen On and Off
Your device allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and
unlock it when you need it.
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
►To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock button. Pressing the Power/Lock
button again will turn on your device screen and show the lock screen.
To save battery power, the device automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of
time when you leave it idle. Your device will still be able to receive email, sync with your
accounts, and perform other functions while the screen is off.
Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen
Timeout.
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press .
2. Swipe the screen in any direction 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. See Screen lock.
Touchscreen Navigation
Your device’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.