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User Guide [UG template version 16a] [VMU-Samsung-J700P-ug-en-042516-FINAL] - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 2
and Applications (Apps) List 20 Phone Settings Menu...20 Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation 21 Capture Screenshots ...22 Applications...22 Launch Applications ...22 Apps List ...23 Phone Number ...25 Airplane Mode ...26 Enter Text...26 Samsung Keyboard ...27 Google Voice Typing...28 TOC i - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 3
Account 30 Sign In to Your Google Account 31 Factory Reset Protection ...32 Google Play Store ...32 Find and Install an App ...33 Request a Refund for a Paid App 34 Update an App ...34 Uninstall an App ...35 Get Help with Google Play 36 Lock and Unlock Your Screen ...37 Update Your Phone ...37 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 4
Voicemail Options ...66 Configure Visual Voicemail Settings 66 Optional Calling Services ...68 Caller ID Blocking ...68 Call Waiting...68 Conference ...71 Contacts ...74 Add a Contact ...74 View Contacts ...76 Contacts Screen Layout...77 Edit a Contact...78 Delete a Contact ...79 Favorites ...79 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 5
Search Gmail Messages...98 Report Spam or Phishing Gmail 98 Add Another Google (Gmail) Account 99 Switching between Gmail Accounts 99 Gmail Settings...100 Email Inbox 107 Exchange ActiveSync Email Features 108 Internet and Social Networking ...110 Browser ...110 Use the Browser ...110 Add a - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 6
Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer 118 Wi-Fi...119 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network 119 Wi-Fi Settings...120 Disconnect Wi-Fi...121 Wi-Fi Direct ...121 Hotspot ...122 Bluetooth ...123 Bluetooth Information...123 Enable the Bluetooth Feature 124 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 7
Activities ...156 Amazon Kindle ...156 Amazon Music ...156 Galaxy Apps...156 Google Play Music App...156 Play Music with Google Play 156 Google Play Music Screen Layout 157 Create Playlists in Google Play Music 159 NextRadio ...160 Samsung Milk Music ...160 YouTube...160 View YouTube Videos...160 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 8
Settings...173 Nearby Device Scanning 174 Printing ...175 Virtual Private Networks (VPN 176 Device Settings ...181 Smart Manager ...181 Applications 188 Messages Settings...189 Phone Settings...191 Weather Settings ...193 Google Settings ...194 Sounds and Vibration Settings 195 Display Settings - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 9
Features 222 Storage Settings ...222 Accessories Settings...223 Date and Time Settings ...224 Activate This Device ...225 System Update ...226 About Device...226 Getting Help ...229 For Assistance ...230 Troubleshooting ...230 Virgin Mobile Account Information and Help 231 Manage Your Account - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 10
Intellectual Property ...232 Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability 233 Samsung KNOX...233 Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc 233 Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device 234 Legal Information ...234 Index...235 TOC ix - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 11
Getting Started The following set of topics will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations. 1 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 12
your new Samsung™ Galaxy J7. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone. Before Using Your Phone Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your phone thoroughly for proper usage. Accessible services may be - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 13
1. From home, tap Apps > My Account . 2. From the My Account main page, tap Support. 3. Tap a topic to view its contents. Introduction 3 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 14
you need to set up your phone and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your phone's primary parts and key functions. Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only. Phone Layout The following - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 15
, the notification panel, or keyboard. Return to the home screen. Press and hold to open Google™ Search™/Google Now™. Access recently used apps. Display information needed to operate your phone, such as the call status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides one-tap access to all of - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 16
damage the phone. Battery Use Follow these instructions to install and charge your phone's battery using either the Samsung-approved wireless charging devices (sold separately). Install the Battery Your phone's battery is preinstalled and should only be accessed if directed by a customer service - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 17
, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone, and gently press the battery into place. 3. Insert an optional SD card. See SD Card for more information. 4. Replace the back cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and that there are no gaps around the cover. Set - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 18
Samsung-approved charging devices. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the phone with no battery the Battery Follow these instructions to charge your phone's battery - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 19
the computer. Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. SD Card Your phone supports the use of an optional SD card (not - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 20
2. Slide the memory card into the memory card slot with the gold contacts facing down. 3. Replace the back cover. Set Up Your Phone 10 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 21
home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Storage . 3. Tap Unmount . The Unmount icon will disappear. The card is now unmounted. Remove an SD Card Follow these instructions to remove an SD card. Always power the phone off before inserting or removing an SD card. 1. Remove the back cover. Using the slot - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 22
. All data on the SD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your phone. Turn Your Phone On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off. Set Up Your Phone 12 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 23
, see Activation and Service for more information. Turn Your Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off. Your phone will power off. Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging). Use - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 24
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. Set Up Your Phone 14 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 25
press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 26
phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. See Touchscreen Keyboards for more details. Note: The Auto-rotate feature needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Pull down the status bar and tap Auto rotate to select or deselect the option. Pinch and Spread Pinch the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 27
click Next. 3. When prompted, enter the serial number (MEID) printed on the sticker located on the back of your phone in the battery compartment. This number can also be found on the bottom panel of the phone's package. 4. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 28
and password and tap Accept to agree to the terms of service and privacy policy and sign in to your current Google Account. • Or create a new account - Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google Account. There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email address - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 29
continue. Google services - Select your Google location and service options and then tap Next. Samsung account (Add screen or through Settings. Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your phone. However, to download apps from Google Play, you must link your phone to a Google - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 30
screen or the Apps list. 1. From any screen press the Home key to display the home screen. 2. Tap Apps to display the Apps list. For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics. Select Options and Navigate Screens to return to the previous screen. Recent Applications You can - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 31
portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways. Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation. Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Pull down the status bar to display the Quick settings menu. Basic Operations 21 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 32
. ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Home key at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen. The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone's Gallery. From home, tap Apps > Gallery . Applications The following topics describe how - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 33
download and install on your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone. App Function/Service tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. Located in the Google folder in the Apps list. Set alarms, view time in - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 34
and secure. Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy device. View and edit pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your phone's camera or downloaded. Send and receive email with Gmail, Google's web-based email service. Located in the Google folder in the Apps list. Search not - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 35
Play Store Samsung Milk Music Settings Voice Recorder Voicemail YouTube Function/Service Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth® files, Android files, and other Located in the Google folder in the Apps list. Phone Number Follow the instructions below to display your phone's wireless phone - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 36
card status. > About device . You will see the number listed under My phone number. Airplane Mode Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or Enter Text You can type on your phone using the touchscreen Samsung keyboard or Google voice™ typing. Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 37
are available for download at the Google Play store. See Google Play Store. From Settings: ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings then choose Samsung keyboard. > Language and input > Default keyboard, and While entering text: 1. While entering text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 38
, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input > Samsung keyboard. Google Voice Typing Google voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. Use Google Voice Typing to Enter Text 1. While entering text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel, and then - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 39
, tap Delete . 4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap Close . The keyboard will reappear. Note: You can assign a new language to Google voice typing. Tap Settings > Languages and tap a language to select it. To add more languages, tap Settings > Languages, tap the language(s) you want - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 40
in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm and activate your new account. Create a Google Account Using Your Phone 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts 2. Tap Google, and then tap Or create a new account. > Add account. 3. Follow the prompts to set up your account - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 41
ever encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your phone. Sign In to Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 42
Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings. Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature. For more - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 43
featured apps. Scroll through the list of featured apps when you open Google Play. Browse apps recommended by Virgin Mobile. Tap Apps > Virgin Mobile, and then scroll through the list. Search for an app. Tap Search on the Google Play home screen, enter the name or type of app you are looking for - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 44
many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your phone. Purchasing Applications Purchase apps at your own risk. Virgin Mobile is not responsible for any harm to you or third parties resulting from the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 45
the app you want to update, and then tap Update > Accept. The app update is downloaded and installed. Set Automatic App Updates 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store . 2. Tap any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store . Basic Operations - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 46
2. Tap Menu > My Apps. 3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK. The app is uninstalled and removed from your phone. Get Help with Google Play The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 47
back on and unlock it when you need it. Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use ■ To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key. Pressing the Power/Lock key again or receiving an incoming call will turn on your phone screen and show the lock screen. To save battery power, the phone - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 48
settings screen. 3. Tap On/Off to manually synchronize firmware. 4. Tap Forward. 5. Enter your phone number and tap Send. To restore your Google apps following the update: 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store . 2. Tap Menu > My Apps > All tab. 3. Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 49
Google > System Update . 2. Tap Download updates manually. Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You screen. 4. Tap Download and follow the prompts. The Downloading icon ( ) appears within the status bar to indicate the phone is downloading the necessary files - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 50
Confirm Your Current Phone Software 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About device . 2. Locate the Software version read-only field. Update Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 51
and you will see a confirmation when complete. Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to reconnect with the network. Update Your PRL This option allows you to download and update the PRL (preferred roaming list) automatically. 1. From home - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 52
Layout Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left to display additional screens. Item Status area Status bar Description The status area of the status bar (on the right) displays phone and service status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 53
right or left to move from the main screen to an extended screen. You can add as many extended screens as you want in addition to the main home screen. ● If you are not already using the maximum number of screens for your phone, you can add more screens by touching and holding an empty space on - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 54
and Notification Panel Your phone's status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen. Status Bar The status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view the notification panel - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 55
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is active. File download in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress. Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled. Vibrate mode: Vibrate mode is enabled. Speakerphone: Call is using speakerphone. Signal strength: Cellular network signal strength is displayed. Roaming signal strength - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 56
is active. Sync: Sync is active. Battery charging: Battery is charging. Battery full: Battery is fully charged. Main Notification Icons Icon available: An app update is available from the Google Play store. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. Update successful: An - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 57
by pulling down the status bar. From there, you can check notifications, download updates, open messaging apps, use the Quick settings menu, and more. down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.) The notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 58
to display all available settings, and tap an icon to turn the selected feature on or off. You can customize which settings are available in your Quick settings list. 1. From home, drag the status bar down to display , Active buttons on top and Available buttons below. Your Phone's Home Screen 48 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 59
, if there are already ten Active buttons, you will need to move one to Available before dragging a different Available button up to the Active area. Customize the Home Screen Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 60
: If you select From Gallery, you will need to select an album and a picture. Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen. 1. From home, tap Apps . The Apps list opens. 2. Touch and hold an app icon. The icon will disengage - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 61
the home screens. The widget is added to the home screen. Add Folders to the Home Screen You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access. 1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder, and then drag it on top of another shortcut and release it. Your - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 62
Folder Color You can change the color of a folder. 1. From home, tap the folder to open it. 2. Tap Color and select a color. Your Phone's Home Screen 52 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 63
Making Connections The following set of topics will cover your phone's ability to help you make connections, from phone calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email, Internet, and international services. 53 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 64
directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options. Adjust In-Call Volume ■ Adjusting Call Volume: Press the Volume key up or down during the call. Troubleshooting Problem: Difficulty during call. Solution 1: It may not be possible to make a call properly in - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 65
other party answers. 4. To end the call, tap End . The call ends. Troubleshooting Problem: Call does not connect. Solution 1: Was the number dialed using the area code? If not, try dialing using the full 10-digit number including the area code. Solution 2: Are you in an area with poor wireless - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 66
Unlock Your Screen. 2. From home, tap Phone > Keypad. 3. Tap 9-1-1 ( ), and tap Dial . As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 67
Answer an Incoming Call 1. When a call arrives, slide Answer to the right to answer it. The call begins. 2. To end the call, tap End . The call ends. Mute the Ringing Sound To mute the ringer without rejecting the call: ■ Press the Volume key down. Phone Calls and Voicemail 57 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 68
an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller. 1. When a call arrives, slide Reject call with message up from the bottom of the screen. The ringtone or vibration will stop and you will see a list of preset text messages. 2. Tap one of the messages to send it to the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 69
More > Settings > Call blocking > Call-reject messages and edit or create the reject messages. In-Call Screen Layout and Operations While you are on a call, you will see a number of options. In-Call Screen Layout ■ Tap options to activate them during a call. ● Add call: Touch and hold to initiate - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 70
, for example, an extension or access code. For example: When you call your bank's 800 number, use the keypad to enter your account number and PIN. ● Mute: Mute the microphone during an active call. Tap again to unmute the microphone. Note: If Mute is activated, the speaker mode is - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 71
to right to place a call to the entry's primary number. Call from Call Log The call log list lets you quickly place calls to recent incoming, outgoing , or missed numbers. 1. From home, tap Phone to display the phone app. 2. Tap Log to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 72
For additional options, tap the name or number. 5. To end the call, tap End . The call ends. Tip: to set up and use your phone's voicemail and visual voicemail features. Voicemail Setup Follow the instructions below to set up voicemail on your phone. You should set up your voicemail and personal - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 73
Voicemail Setup This topic describes the Visual Voicemail feature of your phone's service, as well as the steps required to set up Visual Voicemail on the current voicemails. It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of time and priority level of the voicemail - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 74
You will see a Welcome to Visual Voicemail screen. 2. Scroll through the introduction screens to view a brief explanation of visual voicemail services. 3. At the end of the welcome screens, you will come to a Personalize your voicemail prompt. 4. Tap Personalize and follow the system prompts to: - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 75
will see the voicemail Inbox. 2. Tap a message, and then tap Play to review it. Tip: There are several icons at the bottom of the review screen for maintenance, storage, messaging, and other options. For an explanation of all your options, tap More options > Help > Visual Voicemail Menu. Listen to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 76
listening to the current one. Visual Voicemail Options Your visual voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail . 2. Tap a message to review it 3. Touch and hold a message to manage your messages. Configure Visual Voicemail - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 77
2. Tap More options > Settings. You will see the voicemail settings menu. 3. Select an option to change its settings. Avatar: Configure you Avatar options. Display: Change your voicemail message theme and enter a name to identify yourself to people when replying or forwarding messages. Help - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 78
will not appear on the recipient's phone. To permanently block your number, call Virgin Mobile Customer Service. Call Waiting When you are on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone's screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 79
■ Slide to the right. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.) To switch back to the first caller: ■ Tap Swap . Note: For those calls where you do not want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call Waiting by pressing *-7-2 ( once you end the call. ) before - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 80
On the Phone screen, enter a number and tap Dial (or place a call from Log or Contacts). 2. Once you have established the connection, tap Add call, and dial the second number (or place the call from Log or Contacts). This puts the first caller on hold and dials the second number. 3. When you - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 81
rate for calls you have forwarded. To activate Call Forwarding: 1. From home, tap Phone > Keypad. 2. Tap *-7-2 ( ). 3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded. 4. Tap Dial . You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding. All calls to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 82
ringtone, set the phone to vibrate when ringing, and play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. More settings ● TTY mode: Enable service on your phone. ● Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality of your phone when using hearing aids. Voicemail settings Configure your voicemail. Use the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 83
device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or TTY device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog communications unintelligible. The problem encountered appears related to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 84
in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period or left uncharged - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 85
screen appears. 3. If you have multiple account types associated with your phone, select a contact type. Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced automatically with your Google a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 86
contact, tap Update existing. To add a new contact, tap Create contact. For an existing contact, tap the contact name and select a number type for the new number. For a new contact, enter the name and any additional information. 4. Tap Save. The contact is added. View Contacts View a contact - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 87
2. Tap a contact to view its details. The contact's detailed listing appears. Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show's your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Item Groups More options Search Description Show contact groups. Access additional - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 88
or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts . Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the right - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 89
a Call from Favorites to turn the star gray. 1. From home, tap Apps > Phone . 2. Tap Favorites, and then tap a contact to dial the contact's default telephone number. The default number is set in contacts, when you enter multiple phone - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 90
(s) you want to add. 4. Tap Save. Send a Message to a Group You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in their contact record. A message to multiple recipients is treated as a group conversation. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts . 2. Tap Groups, and - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 91
to display it, and then tap More > Share. You will see the Share contact as menu. 3. In the Share contact as menu, select either a vCard file (VCF) or Text. Contacts 81 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 92
files using Contacts. • Android Beam: Send the information to another device through Android beam. • Bluetooth: Send the information using Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending using Bluetooth. • Drive: Save the information to your Google wireless phone number or email - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 93
The selected contact will be shared. Profile Sharing Share your profile information with your contacts. You can select which contacts you want to share it with, as well as select additional information you want to share. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts . You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 94
, you can share your email, organization, address, and date of birth. Back up profile data: Backup and restore your profile data using your Samsung account. Registered information: View and set the registered information for your phone number. Note: The first time you turn on Profile sharing - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 95
selected account. Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you can manually back them up to an optional installed SD card for re-import if needed. Before Backing Up Contacts to an SD Card You will need - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 96
With wireless service and your phone's messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, and text and multimedia messaging. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 97
, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments (vCalendar). 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages . 2. On the Messaging screen, tap Compose . The Compose screen opens. 3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can: Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipient - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 98
See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery. • Audio: Attach a stored music file or voice recording. • Voice recorder: Make a voice recording and attach it. turned on) or a location you pick on a map to your message. See Google Maps. • Contacts: Select a contact from your phone, and then select which - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 99
to exchange multimedia chat messages with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), appointments (vCalendar), as well as large files (up to 1 GB) to other phones which support Enhanced messages. Enable Enhanced Messaging 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages . 2. Tap More - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 100
> Messages . 2. On the Messaging screen, tap Compose . The Compose screen opens. 3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can: Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipient field. If you are sending the message to several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 101
. See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery. Other: Select an additional file source: • Image: Attach a stored picture from the Gallery, Photos, or turned on) or a location you pick on a map to your message. See Google Maps. • Contacts: Select a contact from your phone, and then select which - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 102
notifications area of the status bar to notify you of a new text or multimedia message. The Messages application icon (if shown on the home screen) also displays the number of new messages . ■ To open the message, pull down the status bar to open the notification panel. Tap the new message to open - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 103
, see Messages Settings. Note: If you are concerned about the size of your data downloads, check the multimedia message size before you download it. Reply to a Message 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages . 2. On the Messaging screen, tap a conversation to open it. 3. Tap the text box at the bottom of - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 104
Messages . 2. On the Messaging screen, tap More > Delete. 3. Select that you want to delete. If the message is locked, tap Unlock on the options menu and hold the message to display the options , and more. Gmail Use Google's Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 105
The Gmail composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send . The Gmail message is sent. Gmail Composition Options ● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window, tap More > Add Cc/Bcc, and then add recipients. ● Attaching Pictures or Videos: - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 106
. Open Gmail Messages from the Inbox You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail Inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > Gmail . The Gmail Inbox opens. 2. Tap the message thread you want to view. Messaging 96 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 107
is automatically added to the thread. By then adding the label travel, all threads with travel are shown in a list. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > Gmail . The Inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap More options > Move to. 3. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 108
Inbox. When mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the Inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > Gmail . The Inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options > Mute. The thread is now - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 109
. The selected message is reported as spam or phishing Gmail. Add Another Google (Gmail) Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your Sync now. 5. Tap Finish setup. You are signed in to your Google Account, and you can access both of your Gmail accounts from the Gmail app - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 110
. Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > Gmail . The Primary Inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu > Settings . Messaging 100 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 111
responder, Sync Gmail, Days of mail to sync, Manage labels, Download attachments, and Images. Note: Available settings are subject to change for your corporate email needs. Set Up an Email Account Your phone supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 112
Add an Email Account You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your phone. Add an Email Account from the Email App You can add email accounts directly from the email app, even if you have another email account set up. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email . - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 113
test the incoming and outgoing servers. If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual setup and enter your settings. These may include mail account and then tap Manual setup. 3. Enter the required information: Domain\username: Enter your network domain and username, separated - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 114
network access password (case-sensitive). Exchange server: Enter your system's Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network . Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or of the screen and select another account. 2. - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 115
view. The email message opens. 3. Tap Reply or Reply all to reply to the message. Tip: Tap the account name at the top of the screen to switch to a different email account. Tip: You can also access new email messages from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar to display - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 116
Options when Reviewing Email Messages ● Resetting Mail as Unread: Tap and hold a read message and then tap More > Mark as unread. ● Deleting Email: Tap and hold a message and then tap Delete. ● Syncing Accounts Manually: Sync sent and received email messages manually at any time regardless of the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 117
2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different Inbox, or tap Combined inbox your sent and received email messages manually at any time. ■ While viewing 2. Select from the options to sort email messages by date received, sender, read/unread, attachments, or priority. - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 118
Delete Multiple Email Messages 1. On the email account Inbox, touch and hold a message to select it and display check boxes, and then tap the check box next to the messages you want to delete. 2. Tap Delete. Priority Senders Messages from priority senders automatically display at the top of your - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 119
• Auto download attachments: Automatically download attachments when connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Sync schedule: Configure a schedule server trash: Delete the content of the trash folder on the server. • In case of sync conflict: Select whether the device or the server has priority during a sync - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 120
and use the Internet on your phone, and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Hangouts, LinkedIn, and more. Browser Browse the in a screen connected by SSL/TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 121
The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Virgin Mobile home page. You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message , from home, tap Apps > Internet . The browser opens. Internet and Social Networking 111 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 122
, tap Internet . If Internet is not a primary shortcut, from home, tap Apps > Internet . The browser opens. 2. Tap Bookmarks . The bookmark window opens. Internet and Social Networking 112 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 123
thumbnails in the tabs window. Chrome Browser Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. 1. From home, tap Apps Chrome™ opens. > Google folder > Chrome . 2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 124
or a Web page opens. Chrome Support ■ To find on-phone help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap More > Help & Feedback. A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome. Tip: For more information, from your computer, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/. Facebook Keep up with friends - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 125
in. Your Facebook account is added to your phone. Use Facebook Once you have downloaded the app and signed in, you can post and read updates, upload pictures, tag and send SMS and Hangouts messages. Log in to a Google Account beforehand (see Google Account). Internet and Social Networking 115 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 126
home, tap Apps > Google folder > Hangouts . The Hangouts app will open. 2. Tap Add to start a new Hangout. 3. Choose a new video call or group, or conversation, and type a name, email, number, or circle, or select in the chat window, tap More > Delete > Delete. Internet and Social Networking 116 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 127
share photos and videos with your friends. Customize what you capture, and then share it From home, tap Apps > Instagram . 2. Tap Download, and then follow the prompts to accept access requirements and home, tap Apps > Messenger . 2. Tap Download, and then follow the prompts to accept access - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 128
SD card is installed and active. See SD Card. ● Avoid removing the battery or SD card while transferring data. ● Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table: Method Description Media Device (MTP) Transfer files between your phone and PC such as pictures, videos, and music - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 129
see either Connected as a media device or Connected as a camera. The files on your phone can now be accessed via your computer. For most transfers, a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Use - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 130
phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default settings or you instruct the phone to forget the network. Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 131
is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again. 4. Tap More > Advanced. saved. Disconnect Wi-Fi You may wish to disconnect from a connected Wi-Fi network without turning Wi-Fi off. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 132
is turned on, you can share your phone's mobile data services via Wi-Fi with other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The feature works best when learn Note: Turning Hotspot on will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks. Set Up Hotspot 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Hotspot - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 133
name by tapping More > Configure Hotspot, and typing a new network name. 3. Select this phone and follow your prompts to enter that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and approximately 30 feet. Bluetooth Hints Problem: Cannot use Bluetooth? Solution: - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 134
to display the notification panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off. Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless phone is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals. Pair Bluetooth Devices Search for and pair - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 135
■ Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand. To pair Bluetooth devices: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Bluetooth . The Bluetooth settings open. Nearby devices appear in the Available devices list. If a target device is not detected, tap Scan to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 136
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Bluetooth . The Bluetooth settings open. Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the Paired devices list. 3. Tap a device from the Paired devices list. Your phone connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 137
● Contacts ● Audio files In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example. Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth 1. From home, tap Contacts . You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to send. 3. Tap More > Share contact, select a file type, and then tap Bluetooth. 4. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 138
more information on using the Calendar, see Calendar.) • For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can choose to import one, several, or device via Bluetooth. Tip: For additional support with tethering, from the tethering menu, tap Help. Connectivity 128 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 139
Apps and Entertainment The following set of topics will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more. 129 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 140
comes with a 13 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options. ● Gallery: View your picture or video in the Gallery application. ● Record - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 141
Pictures/Videos ● File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG. ● File Format for Videos: File format for videos subject and then touch and hold Capture picture . Auto focus activates. 3. Release Capture picture to take the picture. The shutter clicks and the picture is - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 142
pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your phone's camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or phone memory. You can also look at your pictures and your friends' pictures that are on your social networks (Facebook and Flickr only). For pictures that are on your storage card - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 143
or the video begins playing. Tap a picture or video to view it full screen. When viewing pictures and videos, you can touch and hold an image to Viewing ● Zoom in or out on a picture or video: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in or out on a picture or video. ● Viewing videos: - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 144
Edit Pictures Whether you are browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, you can touch and hold on a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more. Rotate a Picture The editing options let you rotate pictures 90 degrees - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 145
3. Tap Edit. Enhancement tools display. 4. Adjust your picture with these tools: Adjustment: Straighten, Crop, adjust the ratio and freely rotate your picture. Tone: Adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, temperature, and hue of the picture. Effect: Add color effects to your picture. - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 146
using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, and Twitter) and share videos videos, or both in an email or Gmail message. They are added as file attachments in your email. For more information about using email and Gmail, see - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 147
app. Although you can send several pictures or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to just send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery . The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 148
the items you want to include. 4. Tap Share and then on the Share menu, tap Bluetooth. 5. Follow the prompts to complete and send the files. For more information, see Bluetooth. Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media From Gallery, you can share your pictures and videos from - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 149
4. Tap the screen, tap Share, and then tap the app you want to use. 5. Follow the prompts to complete the share. Share Videos on YouTube You can share - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 150
can adjust your camera's settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. Switch Cameras Your phone lets you use different types of cameras depending on your settings and downloads. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera . The camera viewfinder - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 151
2. Tap Settings . The camera settings menu opens. 3. Select your desired settings. The settings are applied. Settable items differ depending on the camera type in use. Camera and Video 141 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 152
Productivity Use your phone to stay ahead of the game with calendar, navigation, alarm, office, and more productivity apps. 1Weather Receive real-time local weather information at any location in the world. Access 7-day and hourly weather forecasts for your area. ■ From home, tap Apps > 1Weather . - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 153
phone. See Google Account. Calendar Operations ● View Today's Calendar: From the Calendar, tap Today. ● Change Calendar View: From the Calendar, tap Year, Month, Week, Day, or Task to change the current view. ● View Next/Previous Month (Month View): From the Calendar, flick the screen up or down - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 154
1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar . The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap Add . The add event window opens. 3. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Save. The event is added to your calendar. Selecting a Calendar ■ If you have more than one calendar, select a - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 155
more information about creating and managing multiple Google Calendars, visit the Google website: calendar.google.com. If you have synchronized corner and then tap Year, Month, Week, Day, Agenda, or Tasks. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar . The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap a date and then tap an - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 156
1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar . The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap More > Manage calendars. 3. Select sync options by tapping On/Off next to each item. The sync settings have been updated. The selected calendars sync. Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar If you have set up a Microsoft - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 157
the time anytime on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options for how time is displayed. Additional Clock Features Your phone's clock app provides additional useful features including - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 158
2. Tap Start to begin timing. 3. Tap Stop to stop timing. Additional options include Lap to keep track of laps, Resume to continue timing, and Reset to reset the stopwatch to zero. Timer The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From the clock app, tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 159
to open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs and files. ■ From home, tap Apps > Google > Drive . Gadget Guardian Configure and manage key security options, such as anti-virus and anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen device locater service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 160
To enable Google Now, in Files . 2. Folders display, including: Recent files: View recently saved files. Device storage: View folders and files in device storage. SD card storage: View folders and files in SD card storage. Download history: View all apps and files that have been downloaded - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 161
. 2. Tap a category to view its files or folders. 3. Tap a file or folder to open it. Google Maps Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more. Enable Location Services on Your Phone Before using any - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 162
in Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu and then tap Traffic, Satellite, Google Earth, etc. ● Check route to destination: From the Maps app, tap Directions Help. Voice Recorder The Voice recorder allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately share it. Recording time will - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 163
Make a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Tools > Voice Recorder . 2. Use the Voice Recorder controls: To start recording, tap Record and speak into the microphone. To pause recording, tap Pause . To resume a paused recording tap Resume . To end the recording, tap Save. To cancel - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 164
then touch and hold on a recording to display options. 3. Tap More > Share, and then follow the prompts to choose a method and share the file. Rename a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Tools > Voice Recorder . 2. Tap Recordings , and then touch and hold on a recording to select it. 3. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 165
Turn off speakerphone: Turn off the speakerphone. About Voice Recorder: View information about the app's software. Delete a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Tools > Voice Recorder . 2. Tap Recordings , and then touch and hold on a recording to select it. 3. Tap More > Delete > Delete. - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 166
■ From home, tap Apps > Amazon Music . Galaxy Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy phone. Note: You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download Galaxy Apps. ■ From home, tap Apps > Galaxy Apps . Google Play Music App The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 167
, tap Menu and select an option (Listen now, Top charts, New releases, Music library, Browse stations, or Shop). 3. Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song. The song begins playing. Google Play Music Screen Layout The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 168
Feature Music list Options menu Music image/album name Shuffle playlist Song length Rate (thumbs up/thumbs down) Next song Play/pause Previous song Elapsed time Repeat/play next Description View current playlist or queue. Access the options menu. Display music images and album names (if available). - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 169
music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > Play Music . The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2. Tap Menu to view your library or playlists, or to access Google Play Music online. 3. From a list displaying songs, tap More options next - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 170
Output to speaker. Samsung Milk Music Samsung Milk Music is a streaming radio service that offers a simple a YouTube account. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > YouTube . The YouTube app launches. The video plays on your phone screen. Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 171
1. From home, tap Apps > Google folder > YouTube . The YouTube app launches. 2. Tap Account . The Account menu appears. 3. Tap Upload . Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting. 4. Find a stored - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 172
Settings The following set of topics will cover your phone's settings menus and options. For an overview of the settings menu, see Basic Settings. 162 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 173
From the home screen, tap Apps > or off. Use the Mobile Hotspot feature and tethering feature services. Set wireless and network functions, including scanning for nearby devices, printing services, MirrorLink, and setting up a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Smart Manager Manage your battery - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 174
status bar, view battery usage by application and system process, and configure power saving modes. View total and available system memory. Customize settings when using accessories. Set your phone's date and time. Activate your device with the Virgin Mobile network. Update your system's software - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 175
. Wi-Fi Settings Menu The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options. For more information about Wi-Fi settings, see Wi-Fi. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . Connections Settings 165 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 176
the password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider. Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected. Connect to a Wi-Fi Network via WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a network security standard that allows you to easily secure a wireless - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 177
Wi-Fi menu, tap More > Advanced to access the advanced Wi-Fi settings: Network notification: Enable notification when open networks are available. Hotspot 2.0: Automatically connect to Wi-Fi access points that support Hotspot 2.0. Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Select options for keeping Wi-Fi - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 178
Bluetooth settings, tap Settings then tap Unpair. This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled. next to a paired device name, and ● Enable Service from Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings device name, and then tap the listing under Used for. next to a paired Connections - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 179
is enabled. This setting is available when the paired device is providing a service. Tap the setting to toggle On/Off. ● Search for Other Devices: More > Received files, and then follow the prompts. Airplane Mode When you enable Airplane mode, your phone disconnects from all networks, meaning you - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 180
, tap On/Off again. Advanced Hotspot Settings The hotspot settings menu lets you configure advanced options. ● Set Network SSID: From the Hotspot window, tap More > Configure Hotspot > Network name, enter a name for your hotspot, and then tap Save. ● Set Hotspot Security: From the Hotspot window - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 181
more information, see Tethering. Note: Using the tethering feature consumes battery power and uses data services. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Data Usage Settings The data usage menu lets you view your phone's mobile and Wi-Fi data usage, set data limits, restrict hotspot usage, - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 182
from using mobile data services unless connected to a Wi-Fi network. Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab at the top of the Data usage window. Tap the tab to view your phone's Wi-Fi data usage. Restrict networks: Set apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads. Connections - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 183
on data usage. NFC and Payment Settings Use NFC (Near Field Communication) for mobile payment services, data exchange, and the reading and writing of tags when the phone touches print from your phone. VPN Add a Virtual Private Network (VPN) Access More Settings Options 1. From home, tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 184
notifications when there are available devices to connect to. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap More connection settings > Nearby device scanning. The Nearby device scanning screen displays. Connections Settings 174 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 185
optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer screen displays. 3. From the Printing settings screen, tap Download plug-in. 4. Follow the prompts to download and install a print driver from the Google Play store. 5. Choose a print service - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 186
Storage If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, you must first set up the phone's secure credential storage before setting up a VPN. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Lock screen and security , and then tap Screen lock type > Password - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 187
and then tap your preferred system and user credentials. Your secure credentials storage is set. You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your network administrator can tell you how to do this. Add a VPN Connection Use the VPN settings menu to add - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 188
Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and advanced options. Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network administrator. 4. Tap Save. Your VPN is added to the VPNs section of the VPN settings window. Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN Once - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 189
you are connected, a VPN connected icon appears in the notification area. 3. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network. Connections Settings 179 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 190
Disconnect from a VPN 1. Pull down the status bar to open the notification panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings window. 3. Tap the VPN connection to disconnect from it. Your phone disconnects from the VPN. When your phone has disconnected from the VPN, you will see a - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 191
The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions: ● Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items from memory. ● Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. ● Scanning for malware. To use the quick - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 192
that can be checked in the Applications settings menu are the following. Apps Setting Description Applications manager Manage your downloaded and preloaded applications. Default applications Set or clear default applications for certain built-in features of the phone. Application settings - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 193
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications > Application manager. 2. Tap items to view details. Check your application settings condition and access additional options. Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or disable the app, clear - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 194
what services or applications are available to set as the default. Browser app: Choose a default browser app. Calling app: Choose a default calling app. Messaging app: Choose a default messaging (text and multimedia) app. Set as default: Choose default apps for other functions. Home screen - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 195
reminders for Events and All-day events. Lock time zone: When enabled, event times will be locked to the time zone you select. Times and dates will not change, even if you travel to another time zone. Camera Settings Configure settings for your phone's Camera app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 196
or from an account, or choose other sources. You can also create a customized list of contacts to display. Sort by: Choose how contacts are sorted, sharing them with other devices, such as via Bluetooth. • As one file: Multiple contacts are sent together. This method can be faster, but depends - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 197
fit content: Shrink email content to fit the screen. Content can still be viewed in detail by email account settings may vary; see your service provider for details. Common settings include: (Cc) or blind copy (Bcc). Signature: Customize or delete a text signature that is automatically added to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 198
control how and whether you use your plan's data services to download attachments. Sync schedule: Set a sync schedule folder on the account server. In case of sync conflict: Choose whether information from Settings Configure Internet settings, to customize the browser to your preferences. - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 199
display when you launch Internet. Default search engine: Choose a default search engine. Auto fill profile: Manage your Auto fill profile. Manual zoom: Override website requests to control zoom level. Privacy: Choose options related to privacy. Advanced: Choose settings to control how the - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 200
• Preview message: Show previews of new messages on the status bar and lock screens, and in pop-ups. Backgrounds: Choose backgrounds and bubble styles. messages, and then configure filters: • Block list: Enter telephone numbers to automatically block. • Blocked phrases: Enter text phrases to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 201
downloaded when your phone is outside its home network. More settings > Delete old messages: Automatically delete the oldest messages when the maximum number to receive emergency alert test messages. Important: The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) system provides the government the ability to - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 202
numbers when Call blocking is turned on. • Call-reject messages: Create and manage text messages to send to callers when rejecting incoming calls. Messages you create here are available from the incoming call screen a call connects to the network. • Vibrate when call ends: The phone vibrates when - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 203
device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language TTY device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and aids. • US dialing: Replace + with the international access code screen and the Calendar app. Device Settings 193 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 204
get local weather information. Weather notifications: Receive notifications when there is a chance of rain, snow, or hail. Calendar: Show weather information in the Calendar app. Google Settings Configure Google services. Device Settings 194 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 205
location settings. Nearby: Use your device's sensors to connect with nearby devices. Search & Now: Configure your Google search settings and Google Now settings. Security: Configure the Android Device Manager and apps security settings. Set up nearby device: Set up another device using - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 206
when locking or unlocking the screen. Emergency tone Set emergency tones to Alert, Vibrate, or Silent. Charging sound Play a sound when a charger is connected. Dialing keypad tone Play tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. Keyboard sound Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 207
Play a sound when you unlock the screen. Emergency tone: Select an alert, vibration or silent. Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected. Dialing keypad tone: Play tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Sound - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 208
Display icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the home screen and Apps screen. Screen timeout Set a screen timeout duration. Note: Longer durations discharge the battery more quickly Screen saver Select a screensaver to be displayed when the device is docked (dock not - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 209
device that make it easier to use. For example, you can control certain device actions by picking up the phone and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Advanced features . 3. Configure the following settings: One - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 210
your phone's personalization settings, including location privacy and access, security, lock screen settings, accounts, and backup and reset options. Wallpaper You can change the wallpaper for the Home and lock screens. Change the Wallpaper 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpaper . 2. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 211
it. 3. To find other themes, tap More themes. 4. To download a theme, tap the theme, and then tap Download. 5. To apply a theme, tap the theme, and then tap Apply. Your theme is changed. Home Screen Settings Customize your home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 212
For more information, see Customize the Home Screen. Lock Screen and Security Settings The lock screen settings let you set your method for unlocking your phone, customize lock screen options, determine whether to show tips for unlocking the phone, and enter your owner information to be displayed - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 213
From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security . The lock screen and security menu opens. Screen Lock You can increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, enter the correct - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 214
it off. > Secure lock settings, and then tap On/Off Note: To change your unlock screen pattern, from home, tap Apps and Security > Screen lock type. > Settings > Lock Screen Use a Screen Unlock PIN 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap PIN. 2. Enter a PIN, tap Continue, re-enter your PIN - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 215
Lock Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security . The lock screen and security menu opens. 2. Tap Screen lock type. The Screen lock settings menu opens. 3. Draw your unlock screen pattern, enter your PIN or - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 216
Lock screen and security . The lock screen and security menu opens. 2. Tap On/Off next to Unknown sources to enable installation of non-Google Play updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates. Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 217
and modify information on your device. Report diagnostic info You can choose to enable reporting of diagnostic info when your phone experiences technical problems. Send SOS messages Enable SOS messages to quickly send an alert to your emergency contacts by pressing the Power/Lock key three times - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 218
select how your phone determines its location (using the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither). Enable Location Services Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your phone's location services. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy and safety - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 219
Services Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device's most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Contacts Location Microphone Phone SMS Storage Additional permissions 4. Tap On/ when your phone experiences technical problems. Enable Report Diagnostic Info 1. - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 220
to set up emergency contacts and enable SOS messaging features. Easy Mode Easy mode provides a simpler experience using your phone, with a simpler home screen layout and simpler app interactions. If you are a first-time smartphone user, or just to want to simplify the operation of your phone, you - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 221
use the Easy mode Settings menu to return to Standard mode. 1. From home, swipe the screen to the left and tap Settings 2. Tap Standard mode and then tap Done. > Easy the button beside Standard mode in the Easy mode settings screen. Accessibility Settings The Accessibility menu lets you enable and - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 222
> Accessibility . 2. Tap Vision to configure options: Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter a selection, instead of double-tapping it. By default, must double-tap items on the screen to select them. If you turn on Rapid key input, you can tap and release your finger to select and item - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 223
Font size: Choose the size of text for your phone's screens. High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts Samsung subtitles (CC): Displays Samsung subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn the option on or off, and then configure options. Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 224
displays contextual menu options for some apps in Assistant menu. Not all apps support this option. Tap Assistant plus, and then tap On/Off to turn phone, and screen timeout is turned on. You can also block areas of the screen from touch interaction. Automatic screen rotation and hard-key functions - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 225
Direct access: Access common accessibility settings from any screen by pressing the Home key rapidly 3 times in a row. accessibility services you have installed are displayed under the Services heading. Accounts The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 226
all data from the phone's application storage, including: ● Your Samsung account ● Your Google Account ● All other email and social networking accounts ● System and application data and settings ● Downloaded applications Backup and Reset Overview The following options are available in the Back up - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 227
everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected Reset network settings Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. Factory data reset Reset all settings and delete all data on phone. ● Performing a factory data - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 228
, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files. Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected. Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is activated. This protects your - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 229
system settings options, including language and input settings, battery and storage, date and time, activation, system update, and device default method for entering text. Samsung keyboard Set Samsung keyboard options. Google voice typing Set options for Google Voice text entry. Text-to- - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 230
> Language and input . 2. Set options: Language: Tap a language to assign it. Default keyboard: Tap an input method to set it as the default. Samsung keyboard: Configure your keyboard options. Google voice typing: Configure your options, including language detection. System Settings 220 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 231
power by activating Power saving mode, which reduces or turns off certain features to decrease battery consumption. Turn On Power Saving Mode 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Battery . 2. Tap Power saving mode. 3. Tap On/Off to enable Power saving mode. Power saving mode is activated. 4. Tap - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 232
phone's battery life by using a minimal home screen layout, limiting the number of usable apps, turning off mobile data when the screen is off Tap each app to customize it's power saving mode. Remaining battery power: Tap Percentage on status bar to display the battery power remaining as a - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 233
Apps > Settings > Storage . 2. View memory usage for the different types of information stored in your phone's memory. Tap an item for more information. Accessories Settings Customize settings when using accessories. System Settings 223 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 234
From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accessories . 2. Tap Automatic unlock to enable the feature for use with Flip wallet. Date and Time Settings Use the Date and Time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 235
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Date and time . 2. Set available date and time options. Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Activate This Device The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new phone or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 236
an account, you will see a usage and plan summary. System Update The System Update menu provides settings for keeping your phone up-to-date with the latest software. Access System Update ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update . The System Update menu appears. For details about updating - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 237
SE for Android status KNOX version Description Check your phone's status. ● Battery status and level ● SIM card status (network, signal strength, mobile network type, service state, roaming, mobile network state, and phone number) ● IMEI information (MIN, PRL version, MEID, IMEI, and ICCID) ● IP - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 238
Access About Device Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About device . 2. Select or view available options. Your phone information is displayed. System Settings 228 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 239
Getting Help The following set of topics will cover troubleshooting tips, phone specifications, and how to contact Virgin Mobile and manage your wireless service. 229 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 240
of support for your phone, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Problem: Phone - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 241
More > Reset to default. > Mobile networks > Access Point Names > Problem: Battery level goes down quickly. Solution: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery. Problem: Cannot - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 242
Auto Pay is the easiest way to keep your service working. Once you register your credit card, debit card 2016 Virgin Mobile USA, L.P. All rights reserved. The Virgin Mobile name and signature and the Virgin Mobile name Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers. Open Source - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 243
INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS. Samsung KNOX Samsung KNOX™ is Samsung's security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 244
Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: samsung.com/us/support The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 245
34 Uninstall, 35 Update, 34 Apps Settings, 182 Back Key, 5 Backup and Reset, 216 Battery Power saving mode, 222 Settings, 221 Bluetooth Connect, 125 Receive information, 127 Send Make call from, 60 Profile sharing, 83 Save a phone number, 76 Settings, 185 Share, 81 View, 76 Data Usage Settings, 171 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 246
Enter Text, 26 Exchange ActiveSync Add account, 103 Features, 108 Extended Home Screen, 43 Facebook, 114 Favorites, 79 Files Transfer between phone and computer, 118 Flash, 6 Flick, 15 Folders, 51 Gadget Guardian, 149 Galaxy Apps, 156 Gallery, 132 View pictures and videos, 132 Gmail Archive threads - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 247
Wireless networks, 208 Location Services, 208 Lock Screen Settings, 202 Maps, 151 Memo, 150 Memory, 223 Messages Settings, 189 Messaging, 86 Messenger, 117 MMS Send messages, 87 Mobile Hotspot, 122 Multimedia Messaging Share pictures and videos, 137 Music Google Play Music, 156 My Files, 150 - Samsung SM-J700P | User Guide - Page 248
Tethering Settings, 171 Text Editing, 29 Text Entry, 26 Text Messaging Conversations, 92 Draft messages, 92 Notifications, 92 Send messages, 86 Themes, 200 Time Settings, 224 Timer, 148 Touch, 13 Touch and Hold, 14 Touchscreen Turn off, 37 Turn on, 37 TTY Mode, 73, 193 Turn Device Off, 13 Turn
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