Samsung Galaxy GRANDPrime User Manual
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Page 1: User Manual
S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference. -
Page 2: Legal Notices
SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG... - Page 3 Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG. security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required.
- Page 4 Online Legal Information The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at: English www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide Spanish www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP The online version of the End User Licensing Agreement for your device can be found online at: www.samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA2...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Voice Recorder ..............49 ..............1 Front View ................2 Settings .................. 50 Back View ................3 Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct ..........51 Assemble Your Device ..........4 Bluetooth ................53 Set Up Your Device ............7 Airplane Mode ...............55 Set Up Accounts on Your Device ...... -
Page 6: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device. -
Page 7: Front View
Front View Earpiece Headset jack Proximity sensors Front camera Volume key Power/Lock Recent Back Home • • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Recent: Tap to display recent apps or touch and close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. hold for home screen options. -
Page 8: Back View
Back View Microphone Camera Flash Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Camera: Take pictures and record videos. Speaker: Plays music and other sounds. • • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the environments when taking a photo or recording Charger/USB cable (included), and other optional video. -
Page 9: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Install the SIM Card assemble your device. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional Remove the Back Cover services, and other features. -
Page 10: Install A Memory Card
Install a Memory Card Replace the Back Cover You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC memory card (not included) to expand available memory space. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not necessary to install it prior to using the device. For more information on installing a memory card, Install a Memory Card. -
Page 11: Charge The Battery
When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off. Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are ► For a quick check of your battery level, view the designed to maximize battery life. Using other... -
Page 12: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off... -
Page 13: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Google Account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. -
Page 14: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to... -
Page 15: Home Screen
Home Screen Notification icons Status icons Status Bar Widget App folder Home screen indicator Apps screen Primary app shortcuts • • App folder: For your convenience, there are Primary app shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite several applications that are grouped into folders applications. -
Page 16: App Shortcuts
App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Customize your Home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1. -
Page 17: Change The Wallpaper
Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. Add a Folder to a Home Screen 1. -
Page 18: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call. information (such as network Call in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call is on hold. alerts on the left. -
Page 19: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Drag To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move it to a new location. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. •... -
Page 20: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Clear all notifications Tap notification to launch app or view detail Notification icons on the Status Quick Settings Bar display calendar events, In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel device status, and more. For also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. -
Page 21: Entering Text
To customize the Samsung Keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Predictive Text Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Settings next to Samsung keyboard for options. Using Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, speak your text input. Options key Special Keys Tap to insert numbers and symbols. -
Page 22: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services. -
Page 23: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number, or name if stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call. -
Page 24: Options During A Call
Options During a Call Call Waiting If your service plan supports this feature, you can Your phone provides a number of functions that you answer an incoming call while you have a call in can use during a call. progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone. -
Page 25: Call Log
Call Log Make a Call Using Speed Dial The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for or missed are stored in the Call log. speed dialing their default number. 1. -
Page 26: Make An Emergency Call
Make an Emergency Call Call Settings The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an To access the Call settings menu: emergency number a one-tap process. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > Note: This mode can drain your battery power more More options >... -
Page 27: Applications
Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps. -
Page 28: Apps Screen
• Custom: Allows you to touch and hold apps to • rearrange them. GALAXY Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with GALAXY • Alphabetical order: Application icons are devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more. - Page 29 Hide and Show Apps Apps Screen Options 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Hide Apps from View 2. Tap More options for these options: You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any • apps you do not want to see on the Apps screen. Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it 1.
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Page 30: Google Applications
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Google. Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device. Note: Certain applications require a Google account. google.com Visit to learn more. Google Now Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up Chrome and organize it into convenient cards that... -
Page 31: Play Store
Maps Play Store Use Google Maps to find your current Find new apps, movies and TV shows, location, get directions, and other music, books, magazines, and games in location-based information. Google Play Store. Note: You must enable location services to Voice Search Location Services. -
Page 32: Cricket Applications
Cricket Applications These services make using Visual Voicemail Cricket even better and easier! Quickly view, access and play back your voicemail messages, easily save My Cricket important numbers to your Favorites list and respond to messages by calling back Access billing, make a quick payment, or texting. -
Page 33: Calculator
Calculator The Calculator provides basic Additional Functions and advanced arithmetic To clear the results: functions. ► Tap Clear. To copy all or part of the calculation to the Basic Operation clipboard: ► Touch and hold an entry in the display field. 1. -
Page 34: Calendar
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Share Events 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Create an Event or Task 2. Tap to view an event or task, and tap again to view Details. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Share via, select a sharing method, and Calendar. -
Page 35: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Switch between the front and back cameras Record video Shortcuts Take a picture menu Change shooting mode Camera settings View pictures and videos in the Gallery Take Pictures Shooting Mode Several photo effects are available. Some modes are Take pictures with your device’s front or back not available when taking self-portraits. -
Page 36: Camera Settings
• • HDR (Rich tone): Take multiple shots in White balance: Select an appropriate white various exposures and combine them to create balance, so images have a true-to-life color soft and rich colors. range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. -
Page 37: Clock
Clock • The Clock app offers features for Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will use Melody, Vibration, or Vibration and melody keeping track of time and setting to alert you. alarms. • Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play 1. -
Page 38: Contacts
Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •... -
Page 39: Link Contacts
Favorites Share a Name Card When you share a name card, the contact’s When you mark contacts as favorites, they are information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it together on the Favorites tab in Contacts. -
Page 40: Contact Settings
Groups Add Contacts to a Group Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your Contacts. device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your 2. -
Page 41: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and Refresh Your Email Account manage all your email accounts Refresh your account to update your email in one application. accounts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. To access Email: 2. -
Page 42: Email Settings
Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings. • Under General settings, tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. •... -
Page 43: Galaxy Apps
To access the Samsung GALAXY Apps website: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > GALAXY Apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Galaxy Apps Your phone comes with the Galaxy App Milk Music already on your device. -
Page 44: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Edit Images and videos. ► While viewing an image, tap More options: • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images and videos in the current folder. View Images and Videos • Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. -
Page 45: Share Images
Share Images Use one of the following methods: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. In a folder, tap More options > Select, select images, and then tap Share via to send them to others or share them via social network services. -
Page 46: Internet
Internet Access to the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: Access the Internet ► Tap Tab Manager and tap Add. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 47: Internet Settings
Incognito Tabs Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not appear within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Incognito tabs display Incognito on their tab in the Window manager. Note: Any downloaded files will remain on your device after you close the incognito tab. -
Page 48: Memo
Memo Use the Memo app to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Memo 1. Tap Apps > Memo. Create memo, type a memo. 2. Tap • Category To change the category, tap the icon. • To insert an image into the memo, tap the Image icon. -
Page 49: Messages
Messages Learn how to send and receive Create and Send Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default Messaging app on your message using the Messaging app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages >... -
Page 50: Messages Settings
View New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon appears on the Status Bar. messages, push messages, and so on. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: Messages >... -
Page 51: My Files
My Files • Access files stored on your LOCAL STORAGE: View folders and files in their storage locations. device, including images, videos, Device storage: View folders and files songs, and sound clips. located on the device. SD card: View folders and files located on the memory card (if installed). - Page 52 Category Options Options for Selected Files and Folders After tapping on a category, the following options are available: • More options > Select item, select a file or • folder, and then use one of these functions: Home: Return to the main My Files screen. •...
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Page 53: Video Player
Video Player Volume Change screen ratio Video file More options name Playback Adjust Volume position Change screen layout Elapsed Length of play time video Rewind video or go Scan forward or to previous video go to next video Pause/Play Play and manage videos stored on your device. -
Page 54: Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. Create a Voice Recording ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. • Record to record an audio file. • Stop to stop recording. The file is automatically saved. • Pause to pause the recording of an audio file. -
Page 55: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s Access Settings connections and settings, ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > add accounts, and customize Settings. the home screen, apps, and – or – features. From a Home screen, drag down from the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel, •... -
Page 56: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi types of Wireless Local Area Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2. - Page 57 Wi-Fi Status Indicators IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable). These Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Fi • connection status: WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, equipment.
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Page 58: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Making Your Device Visible to communications technology that Other Bluetooth Devices allows you to connect wirelessly When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth to a number of Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains devices, such as headsets visible. -
Page 59: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Pair Bluetooth Devices Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to devices will no longer recognize each other. To establish trusted connections between your device connect again, you’d need to pair the devices. and another Bluetooth device. -
Page 60: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. Turn Airplane Mode On or Off 1. -
Page 61: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. 2. Tap More options: • Data roaming: Enable data roaming on your Note: Your service provider may account for data device. usage differently. • Restrict background data: Restrict some 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 62: Location Services
Location Services Some apps, such as Google Location Reporting maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality. -
Page 63: Sharing Files With Nfc
Sharing Files with NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) Tap and Pay allows data exchange when you Tap and pay allows you to select the default touch your device with another payment application you want to use for making on-phone purchases. compatible device. -
Page 64: Screen Mirroring
Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Screen Mirroring. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. 3. Tap Scan to find more devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring... -
Page 65: Printing
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Printing. 2. Tap Add printer. 3. Select a print service and follow the prompts. Settings Printing... -
Page 66: More Networks
More Networks The More Networks settings Mobile Networks allow you to configure a variety Control your device’s access to networks and of communication settings for mobile data service. your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks for Default Messaging App options: •... -
Page 67: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Configure the sounds and Change the Notification Sound vibrations used to indicate Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new notifications, screen touches, messages and event reminders. and other activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. - Page 68 Play Tones When Touching or Tapping the Screen Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound > Touch sounds to turn the feature on. Set the Screen Lock Sound Play a sound when you unlock the screen.
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Page 69: Display Settings
Display Settings Configure the appearance of Adjust the Screen Brightness your phone’s display through Adjust the screen brightness to suit your Display Settings. surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... - Page 70 Daydream (Screen Saver) The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
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Page 71: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options your screen. Different Screen Swipe Only • Locks have different levels of Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen. security and options. • Help text: Show help information on unlocking the screen on the Lock screen. -
Page 72: Call Settings
Call Settings Configure options for calling with your phone. To access Call settings: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Call. 2. Tap any of the settings below to configure them: • Set up call rejection messages: Create or edit messages to reject incoming calls. -
Page 73: Application Manager
Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded new applications on your device. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your Use Application manager device. settings to manage your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. downloaded and preloaded 2. -
Page 74: Running Services
SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and control services running on your device. memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. Settings >... -
Page 75: Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts. -
Page 76: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, Backup and Restore... -
Page 77: Accessibility
Accessibility Accessibility services are special VISION • TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to help blind features that make using the and low-vision users. device easier for those with TalkBack can collect all of the text you certain physical disabilities. enter, except passwords, including personal data and credit card numbers. - Page 78 HEARING • Flash notification: Set your camera light to blink whenever you receive a notification. • Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all notifications and audio. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap Google subtitles (CC) for options.
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Page 79: Language And Input Settings
Block offensive words: Hide words many Samsung Keyboard Settings people find offensive are in results of Google voice searches. Offensive words are replaced Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. in results with a placeholder (####). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... - Page 80 Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: • Choose either the Samsung or Goggle text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
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Page 81: Date And Time Settings
Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 82: Ultra Power Saving Mode
Ultra Power Saving Mode Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by using a gray scale theme on the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps. -
Page 83: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery > Show battery percentage to display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status Bar. Battery Chart The battery level displays as a percentage. -
Page 84: Storage
Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included). - Page 85 Mount a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card without removing it from the device, you will need to mount it before it can be accessed. Apps >...
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Page 86: Security
Security Secure your device and protect Set Up or Change Your your data with Security settings. SIM Card Lock Use this option to set up your password when one is first required or change your current password. Device Administration Apps > 1. -
Page 87: Credential Storage
Credential Storage Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security for options: •... -
Page 88: About Your Device
About Your Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: • Software update: Check for and install available software updates.