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User Guide ©2013 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. (Sprint UG template version 12c) SPT_L720_UG_Eng_MDC_TE_042013_F5 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 2
Information and Help 5 Sprint Account Passwords 5 Manage Your Account...5 Sprint Support Services 6 Phone Basics ...8 Your Phone's Layout ...8 Key Functions...8 Turn Your Phone On and Off 9 Turn Your Screen On and Off 10 Features...10 Motions and Gestures 10 Smart Screen ...12 Air View ...12 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 3
Remove Widgets 20 Extended Home Screens 21 Recent Applications...21 Status Bar ...21 Enter Text ...22 Text Input Methods...22 Google Voice Typing ...23 Samsung Keyboard ...24 Swype...24 30 Call Waiting ...31 3-way Calling ...31 Call Forwarding ...31 In-call Options ...32 Speed Dials ...33 TOC ii - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 4
Create a Google Account 44 Sign In to Your Google Account 44 Access Gmail ...45 Send a Gmail Message 45 Read and Reply to Gmail Messages 46 Samsung Account...46 Email...46 TOC iii - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 5
Email Account 53 Text and Multimedia Messaging 53 Send a Text Message (SMS 53 Send a Multimedia Message (MMS 53 Save and Resume a Draft Message 54 New Messages Notification 55 Managing Message Conversations 55 Text and MMS Settings 57 Social Networking Accounts 59 YouTube ...59 Google Talk - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 6
...73 Configure Samsung Link Settings 73 Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device 74 CBS Sports ...75 BaconReader...75 1Weather ...75 Web and Data ...76 Wi-Fi ...76 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network 76 Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network 77 Data Services (Sprint 3G and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 7
Gallery ...87 View Photos and Videos 88 Zoom In or Out on a Photo 89 Working with Photos...89 Share Photos and Videos 90 Samsung Hub ...92 Use Samsung Hub ...92 WatchON ...94 Optical Reader...95 Story Album ...95 Flipboard...95 Video ...95 Tools and Calendar...97 Google Now ...97 S Health ...97 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 8
113 Unmount a microSD Card 113 Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer 113 Update Your Phone ...114 Before Updating Your Firmware 114 Update your Phone ...115 Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service 116 Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account 116 Your SIM Card ...116 Enable Global - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 9
119 International Data Roaming 119 Get Started With Data Services 120 Access Email and Data Services on GSM/UMTS Networks 120 Access Email and Data Services on CDMA Networks 120 Status Messages ...120 Contact Sprint for Assistance 121 Settings ...123 Wi-Fi Settings ...123 Turn Wi - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 10
Timeout ...138 Daydream ...138 Font Style ...139 Font Size ...139 Touch Key Light Duration 139 Display Battery Percentage 139 Edit After Screen Capture 140 Auto Adjust Screen Tone 140 Auto Adjust Touch Sensitivity 140 High Touch Sensitivity 140 LED Indicator ...140 Sound ...141 Volume ...141 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 11
Up Call Rejection Messages 145 Answering/Ending Calls 145 Turn Off Screen During Calls 145 Call Alerts ...146 Call Accessories ...146 Ringtones Set a Default Input Method 153 Google Voice Typing Settings 153 Samsung Keyboard Settings 154 Swype Settings...156 Voice Search Settings 157 Text-to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 12
162 Backup Options ...162 Location Services ...163 Security...164 Encryption ...164 Passwords ...164 Device Administration 164 Credential Storage ...165 Application Manager ...165 Battery ...166 Storage ...166 Date and Time ...166 Activate this Device ...167 System Update ...167 About Device ...168 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 13
give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Sprint service the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone's primary features. Set Up Your Phone You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone. 1. Install the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 14
for a new Sprint 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 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 15
• Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your access to the Internet, contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 activation, contact Sprint Customer Service by calling Sprint Connections Optimizer. 1. At the Welcome screen, follow the onscreen instructions - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 16
time provided by the wireless network. Configure options, or tap Next to use the defaults and continue. Samsung account: Your Samsung account is used with some apps and features. Tap Sign in to sign in to your Samsung follow the instructions to sign up move to the next screen. Google & Sprint - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 17
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 phone, or any other phone. Online - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 18
From Any Other Phone ● Sprint Customer Service: 1-888-211-4727. ● Business Customer Service: 1-888-788-4727. Sprint Support Services Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance from your Sprint phone. Sprint 411 Sprint 411 gives you access to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 19
billed for airtime. ► Press Home and tap Phone, and then tap . Sprint Operator Services Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. ► Press Home and tap Phone, and then tap . For - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 20
of objects near the phone, such as when using air gesture or motion settings. For example, while talking on the phone the sensor detects when it's near your ear and turns off the screen to prevent accidental key presses. ● Front Camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself. Phone - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 21
your phone's screens. ● Volume Key adjusts the volume of your phone's sounds. From the Home screen, press to lets you take pictures and record videos. ● Flash helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the ● USB Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the phone charger/USB cable - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 22
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 Key. Pressing the Power/Lock Key again will turn on the screen and display the lock screen. To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen (times out - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 23
● Air move: When On, you can move app shortcuts or Calendar events. ● Air call-accept: When On, you can wave your hand over the screen to answer incoming calls. To enable Air gestures: ► Press and tap > Settings > My Device > Motions and gestures > Air gesture. For more information, see Motions - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 24
, and control scrolling and playback based whether you are facing the screen. Smart screen features include: ● Smart stay: The screen will not time out as long as you are looking at it. ● Smart rotation: The screen automatically updates to match the angle at which you are viewing it. ● Smart - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 25
the voice command, the Speaker will automatically be turned on for hands-free talking. ● Alarm: When enabled, you can stop or snooze alarms with Multi Window Multi Window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Enable Multi Window Enable Multi window in the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 26
Window, you can use it to run two apps at the same time. You can launch apps from Multi window, or drag an app to the screen to run multiple apps at the same time. The apps display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, or adjust the size of their - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 27
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. Phone Basics 15 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 28
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 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 29
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. Note: You can control screen rotation with the Auto-rotate screen setting. To - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 30
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. Note: You can keep swiping in one - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 31
and then drag it to a position on the home screen. 4. Release the shortcut to place it on the screen. Remove a Shortcut 1. Press to display the main Home screen. 2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut to unlock it from its location on the current screen. 3. Drag the icon to the Remove icon and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 32
Home screen by default (Phone, Contacts, Messaging, Internet, and Apps). You can change screen. 4. Release the widget to place it on the screen. Remove a Widget 1. Press to display the main Home screen. 2. Touch and hold the desired widget. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 33
alerts, touch and hold the status bar and drag it down. Status Icons Icon Description Bluetooth® is On Bluetooth® paired Wi-Fi® active Smart screen enabled Air gesture enabled Vibrate Mute Speakerphone Active Network (full signal) Network (roaming) 3G (data service) Phone Basics 21 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 34
4G (data service) Airplane Mode Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Notification Icons Icon Description Missed call New email New Gmail New message New voicemail Event USB connection Updates available Downloading Connected to a PC using Kies air. Keyboard active Enter Text You can type on - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 35
a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text Text Input Method from Settings, or choose on at any time while entering text. From Settings: ► Press and tap While Text 3. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 36
the top of the screen to open the Notifications panel, and then tap Samsung keyboard. 2. Tap keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold to delete a whole word or field. Tap to change the case of the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 37
3. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete a single character. Touch and hold to delete an entire word or field. By default, Swype starts with a capital at the beginning of text. Tap with a capital letter, or tap twice to enter all capitals. to start - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 38
Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text. Phone Basics 26 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 39
the Sprint National Network and your phone's phone, you can enjoy clear calling across the country. Make Phone Calls There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone. Call Using the Keypad The most "traditional" way to place a call is by using the phone's dialer screen. 1. Press - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 40
you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message. 1. Press and tap > Email. 2. Open the message with the phone number and then tap the phone number. 3. The Phone screen opens, with the phone number automatically entered and ready to be dialed. To place the call, tap . Call - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 41
GPS (Global Positioning System), which is used for E911 emergency location service, where available. When you place a call to 911, the , only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on the Incoming call screen. Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 42
with message toward the top of the screen. 2. Select an existing message and dialed. Add to Contacts: Save the number to a new contact, or update an existing contact. See Add a Contact for more information. Speed dial setting Sprint Customer Service. 1. Press and tap Phone. Phone Calls 30 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 43
by sounding a tone. Your phone's screen informs you that another call is also known as Conference calling), you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal three-way call, tap . Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 44
code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded. 4. Tap . (You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding.) To deactivate Call Forwarding Frequency). This can be useful if you need to enter an access code or other information while on an active call. ● End call: - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 45
, and then tap the X next to the speed dials you want to remove. Edit Speed Dials 1. Press and tap Phone. 2. Tap > Speed dial setting. 3. Tap > Change order, and then tap the entry you want to move. This will highlight the entry. 3. Tap an unassigned space. (For example, if you select an - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 46
your phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your Sprint Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use protect against unauthorized access. Set Up Voicemail The following steps will guide you through setting up your standard voicemail from the Phone app. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 47
Sprint service area. When you are outside the Nationwide Sprint Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. Sprint recommends that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code your voicemails, have them auto-forwarded to Email, or share them with Facebook® - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 48
calls to filter the list. Logs Options The following procedures will guide you through accessing and understanding your call log options. 1. Press Touch and hold a call to display the options list. Copy to dialing screen Send number Add to Contacts/View contact Add to reject list - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 49
Google account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and the phone. Note: If the phone is ever reset to its factory default parameters, locally stored contacts Phone > Contacts tab. Tip: To quickly move to a specific section in your contact list, tap a letter on the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 50
specified location. Merge accounts: Combines phone contacts with a Google or Samsung account. Accounts: Displays accounts set up on your phone. as name, phone numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap at the top of the screen. 3. If you have - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 51
onscreen keypad. 3. Tap Add to Contacts, and then tap Create contact or Update existing. 4. Select an account for the contact, and then continue adding edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more. Add or Edit Information for a - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 52
3. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact. 4. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save. Assign a Picture to a Contact Adding a picture to a contact entry creates a more - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 53
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap > Join contact. 3. Tap another entry to link it to the original contact. Note: You can join up to five contacts in a single entry. Delete a Contact You can delete a contact from the contacts details page. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 54
by a green checkmark) and then tap Done. 5. Type your message, and then tap . Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messaging, or Wi-Fi Direct. 1. Press and tap Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then press > Share namecard via. 3. Choose - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 55
Bluetooth: Send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth. Email: Attach the contact to a new Email message. If prompted, select an email account. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Compose and Send - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 56
Sprint service and your phone's messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone's applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Talk with your phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 57
(Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email to other recipients, tap > Add Cc/Bcc. 4. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject. 5. Tap the Compose email field and compose your email. To add an attachment, tap > Attach picture or Attach video. 6. To send the message, tap . Accounts and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 58
, Reply All, or Forward. 5. To send the message, tap . Samsung Account Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more. When you sign in to your Samsung account on your phone, can access Samsung-specific content and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 59
. To see your password as you enter it, tap Show password. 4. Tap Next to start automatic email setup. For systems that require custom settings, tap Manual setup and then enter your settings. You may need to consult your network administrator for this information: Domain\Username: Enter your - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 60
your system's Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator. Use secure connection Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. From the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 61
the top of the screen and then choose one from the menu. Synchronize an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time. 1. Press and tap Apps > Email. 2. Select an email account. If you - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 62
On the pop-up menu, tap Delete. Tap Delete again to confirm. Edit Email Settings You can edit general preferences, which apply to all email accounts, or configure settings for specific email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 63
: Choose a period of time to maintain synchronization between your phone and email account. Size to retrieve emails: Choose a maximum size for emails, for your phone to automatically retrieve during synchronization. For larger emails, your phone will prompt you to download the contents when you - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 64
body of an email. • Auto download attachments: Choose whether the phone automatically downloads email attachments when you are connected to Wi-Fi. You might use this option to control how and whether you use your plan's data services to download attachments. • Auto resend times: Choose the number - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 65
enter a contact name, a mobile phone number, or an email address using the onscreen keyboard. As you enter letters, possible matches from your accounts and contacts display on the screen. Touch a match to add it to the message. 4. Tap Enter message and enter your message. 5. Review your message and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 66
or an email address using the onscreen keyboard. As you enter letters, possible matches from your accounts and contacts display on the screen. Touch a match to add it to the message. 4. Tap Enter message and enter your message. 5. To add an attachment, tap , and then select a file to attach: Image - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 67
status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification for new text and multimedia messages, see Text and MMS to a chat program) with a contact on the screen. To read a text message: On the Messaging screen, tap the text message or message thread to open - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 68
file attachment on the MMS message can be saved to an optional installed memory card (not included). Touch and hold on the attachment, and then tap Save attachment. Select the attachment . 1. Press and tap Messaging. 2. On the Messaging screen, tap a message thread. 3. Touch and hold the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 69
want to delete. Note: If the message is locked, tap Unlock message on the Message options menu and then touch and hold the you can view the contact details, phone, or send an email message to the contact, and more. Text and MMS multiple parts are automatically re-assembled to display as a - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 70
attachment(s) are automatically downloaded while your phone is in roaming mode. MMS alert allows you to have the phone alert you when you make a change of the message screen. Use the volume key allows you to change the text size alerts. Important! The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 71
Networking Accounts Stay in touch on the go with all your social networking accounts. Post updates on Facebook and Twitter®, review your LinkedIn® contacts, see what everyone's talking data-intensive feature. Sprint recommends that you Search field to search for specific videos, scroll down to browse - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 72
have already signed into your Google account, it displays on the Talk application screen. Google+ Google+™ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use Messenger for fast messaging with everyone - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 73
into more than one Google account, select the account you would like to use with Google+. (Messenger is a component of Google+.) 4. Follow any onscreen setup instructions. Accounts and Messaging 61 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 74
to convert your files into DivX time registration using both your phone and your computer. 1. Locate your VOD Registration code . Press and tap > Settings > More > About device > Legal information > License settings > DivX® VOD > Register. 2. Open the DivX Player on your computer. To download - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 75
instructions in DivX Player to enter your phone's VOD registration code and create a phone nickname. 5. Choose a location on your computer to download the DivX registration video, then download the file. 6. Connect your phone to the computer via USB require Sprint to disclose your customer - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 76
descriptions. 4. Tap Install or Download (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). 5. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will password, so you don't need to enter it the next time. For this reason, you should secure your phone to prevent others from using - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 77
1. Press and tap Downloaded. and tap Settings > More > Application manager > 2. Tap the app you want the GPS feature of your phone) to provide various location-based services. For more information about Google Maps, visit www.google.com/mobile/maps. ► Press and tap Apps > Navigation. Apps and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 78
in to your Samsung account to manage your downloads. ► Press and tap Apps > Samsung Apps. Music Your phone lets you discover, download, and listen to your favorite music through a variety of applications. Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 79
Play Music 1. Press and tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap the category tabs at the top of the screen. The default tabs are Songs, Playlists, Albums, Artists, Music square, and Folders. You may have to swipe your finger right or left along the tabs - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 80
, and then use these options: Choose how to use the song: • From the beginning: Plays the song from the beginning. • Auto recommendations: Plays the best part of the song, as detected by the Music app. Choose what to set the song as: • Phone ringtone: Plays the song for all incoming calls - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 81
Adapt Sound: Customize sound output when the main Music screen. • Music auto off: Choose a time period for music sprint music plus". 3. Tap Sprint Music Plus from the results list. 4. Follow the prompts to download and install the app. 5. When the download has completed, tap Open. Access Sprint - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 82
ahead or rewind. Touch [menu icon] at any time to see additional options. To stop playback and exit to connect to the Google Play Store app, download a movie and then watch it instantly. Choose and get free 14 or 30-day trials, and customize your reading experience for Android tablet or phone. ► - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 83
the group, your phone turns on the mobile AP (Access Point). Follow the onscreen directions card (not included). Share pictures: Select pictures stored on your phone or on an optional installed memory card can only detect groups on the same Wi-Fi network your phone is connected to. 3. Select a - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 84
> Play Store. 2. Touch the Search icon and search for "sprint tv". 3. Touch Sprint TV & Movies from the results list, and then follow the onscreen instructions to download and install the app. Your Sprint TV Channel Options The Sprint TV application offers a wide variety of accessible channels - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 85
keep tabs on who calls or sends text messages with real-time, on-screen monitoring. Samsung Link allows users to share their in-device media content with other external devices using DLNA certified™ (Digital Living Network Alliance) Devices. These external devices must also be DLNA-compliant. Wi - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 86
. My account: Access information about your Samsung account. Customer support: Contact the Samsung Link team via email. You must have an email account set up on your phone to use this option. About this service: Learn about Samsung Link. Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 87
CBS Sports All the scores and stats you could ever want, delivered with updates from top fantasy gurus and live commentary from players, writers, analysts, and bloggers. Before you use CBS Sports on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play Store. 1. Press and tap Apps - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 88
Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network By default, your phone's Wi-Fi feature is turned off. Turning Wi-Fi on makes your phone able to discover and connect to compatible in - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 89
connect to it. Note: If the wireless network you want to connect to is not in the list of detected networks, scroll down the screen, and tap Add network. Enter the wireless network settings and tap Save. Data Services (Sprint 3G and 4G) With your Sprint service, you are ready to start enjoying the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 90
you to the Nationwide Sprint Network. Your user name is automatically programmed into your phone. You don't have to enter it. Update Your User Name If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your services, you must then update the profile on your - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 91
within the Notifications area, your services and features will change. The following table indicates what functions and features are available when combinations of these service icons appear: Icon Description 3G Coverage: The phone is connected to the Sprint 3G network. The arrows are colored when - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 92
phone. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > VPN. 3. In the VPNs section, tap a VPN. 4. the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings screen, and then tap the VPN connection to disconnect from the title bar. Chrome Use Chrome for Mobile to browse fast and sign in to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 93
Internet Your phone's Internet browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using your phone's 3G or 4G Mobile data or Wi-Fi connections. ► Press and tap Apps > Internet. Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 94
cameras. The image from the front camera displays as a inset on the screen, so you can take a picture of yourself along with the scene from the inset image to resize it, or drag it to a new position on the screen. ● Settings: Access camera settings. ● Mode Indicator: Displays the current shooting - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 95
to focus on the area you tapped. 3. Tap Record to begin recording. While recording, you can use these options: Tap the screen to change the focus area to the area you tapped. Tap Capture to take a still picture while continuing recording. Tap Pause to temporarily stop recording. Pictures - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 96
in front of you. Dual mode: Tap to display the screen for the front camera inset on the screen for the back camera. You can use dual mode to put : Allows you to select the best shot from multiple shots you take at the same time. • Best face: Allows you to select the best shot of each subject, to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 97
the Camera screen, tap to access settings: Advanced settings: Tap to access advanced camera settings. Flash: Tap to choose a flash setting. . Choose Limit for MMS to restrict recordings to a size that can be attached to a multimedia message. Choose Normal, Slow motion, or Fast motion to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 98
GPS location information is stored in picture files. • Review: When On, pictures display briefly after you take them so you can review them. • Volume Key: Choose a Guidelines: When On, guidelines display on the screen to aid in composition. • Flash: Choose a flash setting. • Voice control: When On, - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 99
), you can choose whether to save files to device memory or to the memory card. • Reset: Return settings to the factory defaults. Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you've taken with your phone's camera, downloaded, or copied to an optional memory - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 100
to display them. 1. Tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options: Share: Choose an option for sharing the video. Options may include Bluetooth, Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, Picasa, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube. Trim: Edit the length - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 101
you can zoom in or out of a photo. ► Tap the screen twice quickly to zoom in and then tap the screen twice quickly again to zoom out. - or - You can crop box to the part of the photo that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired position. 6. Tap Done to apply the changes to the picture. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 102
networks (such as Facebook, Picasa, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth. Send Photos or Videos by Email You can send several photos, videos, or both in an email message. They are added as file attachments in your email - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 103
send. 3. Tap the photo or video you want to send. 4. Touch the screen and then tap > Google+. 5. Compose your message and then tap . Share signed in to a Google Account to upload pictures to the Picasa photo organizing service. 1. Press and tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 104
Mobile data service, or to a Wi-Fi network, to preview and download a media file. Files you download or purchase are stored in the phone's internal memory. Samsung Hub uses your Samsung . 1. Press and tap Apps > Samsung Hub. 2. Scroll across the screen to select from the following available pages - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 105
Content will be viewable on only 1 device in your account at a time. ● Media Content is downloaded and saved to your authorized device's SD card. No SD Card included out of box. ● Your Media Content may pause/stop or not download in networks where there is a weak signal. ● You may begin watching - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 106
connections; otherwise, you cannot play Media Content downloaded from your mobile device output. WatchON Use WatchON and your phone Enter your zip code to help WatchON find your TV service provider. Find your TV service provider to customize WatchON for your own TV service. Select channel - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 107
camera to identify text and QR codes. For example, you can use Optical reader to capture information from a business card. ► Press and tap Apps Play videos stored on your phone, and share them via Bluetooth, Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, Picasa, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube. 1. Press - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 108
Multitask with Pop-up Play - transform your video player into a pop-up window floating on the screen. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. 1. Press and tap 2. Tap a video to view it. Apps > Video. 3. Tap to continue playing the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 109
just the right information at just the right time. It tells you today's weather before re playing. And the best part? All of this happens automatically. Cards appear throughout the day at files. ► Press and tap Apps > Polaris Office 5. Lumen Toolbar The Lumen Toolbar, available to Sprint Customers - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 110
™ , Twitter™ and other networks, along with community- and friend Calendar to help you organize your time and remind you of important events add an event to reveal the Add event/Add task screen. 3. Assign the new calendar event to a current the phone and not part of an email account. Google/Gmail - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 111
tapping the Repeat field. Select an alarm time by tapping the Reminder field. Enter a the event. Tap Memos to add an S Memo file as an attachment. For more information, see S Memo. Tap the assigned ringtone. ● By showing the Alert screen. Event Reminders When your phone is turned - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 112
panel. 2. Tap the upcoming event name from the onscreen list to display the event within the Calendar notifications screen. 3. Tap an option. Set snooze duration to set the length of time to allow before you are reminded of the event. Choose from: 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes,15 minutes, or - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 113
● Slide left or right across the screen to view earlier or later weeks. Month View In Month The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. Press and tap Apps > Clock. 2. Swipe your finger along the taps at the top of the screen to view features. Tap a tab to use a - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 114
You can use this option to set a countdown timer. Use a timer to count down to an event based on a preset time length (hours, minutes, and seconds). Desk clock: Display a clock and calendar on the screen, with shortcuts to your favorite apps. Create an Alarm Create an alarm event. You can set one - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 115
screen file. Create folder: Enter a name for a folder in the Folder name field and touch OK. Move: Move a memo to a folder. Copy: Copy the selected memo to the clipboard. Settings: Tap Accounts to access these S Memo settings: • Samsung in drawing mode. You can change back and forth in a - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 116
a memo to a compatible Samsung printer (not included) via Wi-Fi. 4. When you are finished creating your memo, tap Save on the top menu bar. My Files My files allows you to manage your manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory card data in one convenient - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 117
all of your connected devices on your account. Update a file to your Dropbox on your computer, and it's automatically updated to the same folder on your other devices. Download the Desktop Application Follow the procedures below to download the desktop application. 1. Use your computer's browser to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 118
are unique to the mobile market. Along with the antivirus and anti-malware tech, there's a lost and stolen phone locator service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup service. ► Press and tap Apps > Lookout Security. Voice Services The following information will guide you through using - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 119
file up to one minute long and then immediately share it using AllShare, Messaging, Gmail, or via Bluetooth. Recording time using such methods as Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messaging, or Wi- Phone or memory card. • Recording quality can be attached to a is connected with a network. • Default name - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 120
Off when not in use to conserve battery power. 1. Press and tap > Settings from the top of the screen, then tap the Bluetooth button car kit, the headset or car kit must support the A2DP Bluetooth profile. 1. Press and tap find the headset. Refer to the instructions that came with the headset to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 121
phone calls. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, However, sometimes you will need to reconnect manually, for example if you have been using your instructions in Disconnect or Unpair From a Bluetooth Device, and then follow the instructions - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 122
The first time you instructions on receiving information over Bluetooth. 2. On the phone, open the application that contains the information or file you want to send. Follow the steps for the type of item you want to send: Photo or video (in Camera). After capturing a photo, on the preview screen - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 123
displayed on the Now playing screen, tap > Share music via > Bluetooth. Voice recording. On the main Voice Recorder screen, touch and hold a confirm the auto-generated passcode. 6. On the receiving device, accept the file. The location where the information is saved depends on the type of - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 124
files to your phone. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions on ● For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can choose to microSD Card Use the following procedures to remove an optional microSD card from your phone. 1. Remove the battery cover. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 125
with the music player, Google Play Music, or Sprint Music Plus, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the Music folder. 1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable. You may need to remove the USB cable from the Charging Head. Insert the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 126
installed memory card (not included), or Phone for internal phone storage). 6. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer. 7. When you are done, disconnect your phone from the computer. Update Your Phone From time to time, updates may become - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 127
: Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your phone to access the network. Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you choose to change your user name online, use this option to update the user name on your phone. Update Samsung - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 128
service: ► Chat with or email an international support rep by visiting sprint.com/swwsupport. - or - ► Call Sprint Worldwide Customer support at 1-888-226-7212. Your SIM Card Your phone comes with a preinstalled SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to support roaming on compatible GSM networks - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 129
: Plus Code Dialing is only available when roaming internationally on GSM networks and on certain CDMA networks in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. Note: International access codes and dialing information are available online at sprint.com/sww. Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service 117 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 130
and tap Phone > Keypad to display the phone screen. 2. Dial the appropriate sequence for your location: If you are on the GSM network, touch to insert a "+" on the dial er screen. (The "+" symbol automatically inserts the international access code for the country from which you are calling - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 131
Data Roaming Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service can also keep you connected via email and Web browsing when travelling in countries in which Sprint offers data service. Data services are available on both CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. Check www.sprint.com/sww to determine the services available where - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 132
To activate, call Sprint Worldwide Customer Support at 1-888-226-7212. Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you. Access Email and Data Services on GSM/UMTS Networks To access your email and browse the Web when travelling, you may need to manually select the carrier - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 133
consecutive times. You will be unable to send or receive calls on your phone. Contact Sprint Customer Service to obtain the PIN Unblocked Key (PUK) code. Sprint sets the default to PIN off; if you elect to enable the PIN then you will need to contact Sprint for the default PIN and PUK. Your SIM Card - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 134
to contact customer service (see GSM mode: touch and then dial 1-817-698-4199. ● In CDMA mode: enter the country code and then dial 1-817-698-4199. There is no charge for this call from your wireless phone. From a landline phone when outside the United States: Sprint Worldwide Customer Support - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 135
Google and Samsung accounts, and your email and social networking accounts. battery power. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi On or Off. Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications. Drag down from the top of the screen - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 136
passpoint-enabled Wi-Fi networks automatically. • Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data hotspot. • Check for internet service: When enabled, your phone will check for Wi-Fi Internet service when connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Wi-Fi timer: - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 137
Tap Wi-Fi Direct at the bottom of the screen. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi create a connection to devices that support multi-connect. Touch Scan to search network connection with other devices via Wi-Fi. Note: Using the Hotspot feature consumes battery power and uses data services - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 138
SSID: View and change the name of your mobile hotspot. Hide my device: When enabled, your mobile hotspot is not visible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan. Other devices can still connect to your mobile hotspot, but will have to set up the connection manually with your Network SSID and Password - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 139
battery screen, change its Tap Scan to search for visible Bluetooth devices. After searching, tap a device to pair with it. 4. Tap for more settings: Visibility timeout: Set the length of time your device is visible to other devices when you turn on visibility. Received files: View files - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 140
, and then choose a time period for data usage. Data usage for the period displays on the graph, along with usage by application below. 5. Tap to set other options: Data roaming: When enabled, your device can connect to mobile data service when outside your home network area. Using data while - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 141
tap Airplane mode. Mobile Networks Set options for network selection and data service. 1. Press and tap > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks. 3. Configure options: Mobile data: When enabled, your device connects to the mobile data network. Network mode: Choose - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 142
Private Networks (VPN). Note: VPN settings include storage of login credentials on your device. You must configure a screen unlock pattern, network area, your phone can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming. There may be additional costs for accessing networks - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 143
Sprint network, or Automatic, to allow connections to Sprint's partner networks, if available. Roaming settings: Choose options for roaming, including Voice and data for Domestic CDMA and International CDMA networks, and Data for GSM networks , large video files to maps, tap the screen. Turn - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 144
location to save downloaded content, from USB storage (device memory) or optional installed SD card (not included). • Upload from other devices: Choose how to handle incoming files from other devices, from Always accept, Always ask, or Always reject. Screen Mirroring With Screen mirroring, you can - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 145
more information, and to set up Face and voice unlock. Pattern: When enabled, you draw a pattern, which you create, on the screen to unlock the device. Touch the option, then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock pattern. PIN: When enabled, you enter a numeric PIN (Personal - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 146
a Clock, or a personal message, on the Lock screen. Depending on the option you choose, you can then customize: • Clock widget options: When Clock is selected, tap Dual clock to display a dual clock when roaming, to show the time in your home network area, and the current location. You can also set - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 147
choose a time lock setting. Lock Instantly With Power Key When enabled, pressing the Power Key locks the screen immediately. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then tap the check box beside Lock instantly with power key to turn the option On or Off. Unlock Effect - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 148
unlock the screen. This option is available when the Swipe screen lock is set. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options: Wake up in lock screen 3. Tap a screen to customize, from Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. 4. Choose a - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 149
the screen. the screen brightness screen, in separate, resizable windows. You on the screen by touching the option. Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type Screen mode to configure these options: Adapt display: Tap the check box to enable or disable automatic optimization of the screen - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 150
brightness automatically. To set a custom brightness level, clear the Automatic brightness checkmark and then touch and drag the Brightness level. 3. Tap OK to save the settings. Auto-rotate Screen When Auto-rotate screen is enabled, the screen automatically updates when you rotate the phone - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 151
set the font for all text that displays on the screen. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. Duration This feature allows you to set the length of time the lit after you touch them. Home Key and Back choose a duration period. Display Battery Percentage The battery charge level displays as an - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 152
screen capture to enable or disable the option. Auto Adjust Screen Tone When Auto adjust screen tone is enabled, your device automatically analyzes the screen and adjusts the brightness to conserve battery device is locked, to notify you of status changes and events. Use LED indicator settings to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 153
the LED blinks red to indicate low battery charge. Notifications: When enabled, the LED blinks orange to show that you have missed calls, new messages, or application events. Voice recording: When enabled, the LED glows blue when recording with the screen turned off. Sound Volume Set the system - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 154
sample plays. Tap Add to choose a music track from Google Music, a sound file from Dropbox, or use Sound picker to choose a song from Music player. 3. Tap or sound. You can use the Vibration intensity and Vibrations settings to customize the vibration. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 155
Sound, and then tap the check box next to Touch sounds to enable or disable the option. Screen Lock Sound When Screen lock sound is enabled, tones play when you touch the screen to lock or unlock it. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Sound, and then tap the check box next to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 156
a conventional layout for apps and widgets on the Home screen. ● Easy mode provides an easier experience for the first-time smartphone user. You can choose the Home screen mode at any time. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Home screen mode, and then choose a mode. Touch Apply to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 157
calls. Messages you create here are available from the incoming call screen when you use the Reject with message option. 1. Press and power key during a call will not lock the screen. Turn Off Screen During Calls When enabled, the screen automatically turns off during phone calls, and the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 158
connection to network: When enabled, your phone will vibrate when a call connects to the network. Automatic answering timer: Choose a time period to delay before automatically answering an Even when device locked, or Only when device unlocked. Ringtones And Keypad Tones Choose tones and - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 159
, and then select a vibration pattern to play for incoming calls when the Vibrate when ringing option is enabled. You can tap Create to create a custom pattern. Tap OK to save the settings. Tap Vibrate when ringing to play a vibration for incoming calls. The vibration pattern is set at the - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 160
, and then use the keypad to enter the international dialing code. 4. Tap OK to save the code. TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications phone that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 161
notifications by feature or contact, and choose blocking all the time, or during a specific time period. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. notifications, even when the screen is off. Tap the check box next to the option to enable or disable it. 4. Set a time period for blocking mode: - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 162
specific time period to block notifications each day, disable the Always option, and then set a starting (From field) time and ending time (To field). Tap the time fields and then set the time the Custom list is enabled. Power Saving Mode Configure Power saving mode settings to conserve battery - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 163
screen display: When enabled, displays a special screen when the device is docked. Automatic unlock: When enabled, flipping a cover open automatically unlocks the screen, when no screen settings for exporting, updating, and sharing the accessibility settings as a file. Services: • Tap TalkBack - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 164
• Tap Font size to change the size of the fonts used on the screen. Choose Tiny, Small, Normal, Large, or Huge. notifications, etc. • Tap the check box next to Flash notification to have your phone blink the Camera flash for notifications. Mobility: • Tap the ON/OFF switch next to Assistant menu - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 165
/OFF switch beside Interaction control to control how your phone interprets motions and screen touches. When Interaction control is On, you can turn motions and screen timeout on or off. You can also block areas of the screen from touch interaction. Auto-rotate and hardkey functions (Power/Lock Key - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 166
words generally recognized as offensive. Download offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, to allow you to use voice input while not connected to the network, such as during Airplane mode. Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is an onscreen QWERTY - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 167
length of time the keyboard waits to evaluate handwriting gestures. • Pen thickness: Choose the size of handwriting strokes on the screen. • Pen color: Choose the color of handwriting strokes on screen. • About: View information about Samsung keyboard handwriting. Advanced: • Auto-capitalization - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 168
Swype is a new way to enter text on touch screens. Instead of touching each key individually, use your finger word prediction: When enabled, Swype predicts the next word based on the previous word. • Reset Swype's dictionary: Delete all the words you've added to the Swype dictionary. • Version: - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 169
suggestions, and spellchecking. Updates: Check for updates to Swype, and install them voice search. Download offline speech recognition: Download speech recognition, to enable speech options: Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text-tospeech Engine. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 170
settings allow you to set up various Motion activation services. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device On, you can control your phone by making specific gestures above the sensor with your hand. • When On, you can wave your hand over the screen to answer incoming calls. Motion: When On, you - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 171
. ● When the source of light is behind you, or when using the phone in the dark. Smart Stay When Smart stay is enabled, the screen will not time out as long as you are looking at it. When enabled, the Smart stay icon displays in the Status bar. 1. Press and tap > Settings - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 172
, the screen automatically updates to match the angle at which you are viewing. 1. Press and tap > Settings > My Device. 2. Tap Smart screen, and device: Scrolling follows the tilt of the phone. Tilt the phone backwards or forward, while keeping your head steady. Speed: Drag the slider to set - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 173
when you hover your finger over areas of the screen: Information preview: When On, hovering over video playback, displays a scene preview or elapsed playback time. Speed dial preview: When On, hovering over turned on for hands-free talking. Alarm: When enabled, you can stop - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 174
on your phone, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, and your email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your other types of files. You can also set up options for backing up information from your phone to the cloud, and back up or reset your device. - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 175
reset also erases the key for decrypting files stored on an optional installed memory card, so files on the card cannot be used after the reset. Location Services fields ● Tinted windows Note: E911 location service is standard on all mobile phones, to allow sharing of GPS information - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 176
files. After encryption, you must enter the PIN or password you set each time you turn on your phone. You can also encrypt information stored on an optional installed memory card (not included). Encryption may take an hour or more to complete. Start with a charged battery as Corporate email, may - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 177
from an optional installed memory card (not included). Clear credentials: Tap to clear stored credentials and reset the password (only available when credentials are installed). Application Manager You can download and install applications from the Google Play Store or Samsung Apps, or create - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 178
from an optional installed memory card. After formatting, the content cannot be retrieved. Date and Time 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 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 179
Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your phone to access the network. Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you choose to change your user name online, use this option to update the user name on your phone. Update Samsung - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 180
UICC Unlock: Unlock your device's Universal Integrated Circuit Card. About Device View information about your device, including and enter a new name if desired. Model number: View your device's model number. Android version: View the firmware version of your device. Baseband version: View - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 181
, 45 Compose, 47 Corporate Accounts, 46 Email Message Make call from, 27 Emergency Numbers, 27 Enhanced 911 (E911), 28 Enter Text, 22 Entertainment, 81 Extended Home Screen, 21 Favorites, 40 Files Transfer between phone and computer, 112 Flash, 9, 170 Flick, 16 Front camera, 8 Gestures, 14 Global - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 182
157 Music, 65 Google Play Music, 65 Player, 65 Sprint Music Plus, 65 My Files, 103 Index Navigation, 64 Scout, 65 Notification Icons, 22 Phone, 26 Layout, 8 Navigation, 14 Phone calls Using contacts, 26 Phone Calls Emergency numbers, 27 From email messages, 27 From text messages, 27 Make calls, 26 - Samsung SPH-L720 | User Manual Sprint Sph-l720 Galaxy S 4 English User Manual Ve - Page 183
SIM Card, 115 Slide, 15 SMS Messaging, 52 Social Network Accounts, 58 Speaker, 9 Speed Dialing, 32 Spread, 18 Sprint 411, 6 Sprint Operator Services, 7 Sprint TV & Movies, 71 Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service, 115 Status Icons, 21 Swipe, 15 Text Editing, 25 Text Entry, 22 Text Input Methods, 22 Text
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