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User Manual

English (LTN). 05/2018. Rev.1.1

SM-J701MT
SM-J701MT/SS

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Page 1: ...www samsung com User Manual English LTN 05 2018 Rev 1 1 SM J701MT SM J701MT SS...

Page 2: ...tering text 33 Screen capture 34 Opening apps 34 Multi window 38 Samsung account 39 Transferring data from your previous device 42 Device and data management 45 Sharing features 46 Emergency mode Appl...

Page 3: ...Notifications 110 Display 113 Wallpapers and themes 113 Advanced features 115 Device maintenance 117 Apps 118 Lock screen and security 119 Cloud and accounts 121 Google 121 Accessibility 122 General m...

Page 4: ...e or apps to work improperly Software sound sources wallpapers images and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or othe...

Page 5: ...formance and is in the device s normal range of operation If the battery becomes too hot the charger may stop charging Do the following when the device heats up Disconnect the charger from the device...

Page 6: ...recording videos for extended periods When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting When connecting to aTV While multitasking or when running many apps in the background When using...

Page 7: ...ntinues to overheat contact a Samsung Service Center Device limitations when the device overheats When the device heats up the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to coo...

Page 8: ...arger or battery Package contents Check the product box for the following items Device Battery Quick start guide The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on...

Page 9: ...ayout Microphone Headset jack Back key Multipurpose jack Proximity sensor Front camera Speaker Power key Touchscreen Recents key Home key Flash Volume key Rear camera Flash Back cover Speaker GPS ante...

Page 10: ...Do not cover the proximity sensor area with screen accessories such as a screen protector or stickers Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen The tou...

Page 11: ...r Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively Doing so may damage the cover 2 Insert the battery with the battery s gold co...

Page 12: ...Basics 12 3 Replace the back cover Removing the battery 1 Remove the back cover 2 Pull out the battery...

Page 13: ...er when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power The charger should remain close to the electr...

Page 14: ...ed such as emails Decrease the backlight time Decrease the screen brightness Battery charging tips and precautions When the battery power is low the battery icon appears empty If the battery is comple...

Page 15: ...MIZE to change the power saving settings before entering power saving mode 3 Tap APPLY Maximum power saving mode In maximum power saving mode the device decreases battery consumption by applying the d...

Page 16: ...use the SIM or USIM card Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider For more i...

Page 17: ...SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 2 2 1 2 Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot take the device to a Samsung Service Center t...

Page 18: ...Launch the Settings app and tap Connections SIM card manager and select a SIM or USIM card to access the following options Icon Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card Name Change the display name of...

Page 19: ...n it Use caution to insert the memory card right side up The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards When inserting a card formatted in a different file system the device w...

Page 20: ...device Launch the Settings app and tap Device maintenance Storage Storage settings SD card Format FORMAT Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored i...

Page 21: ...ply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages screen burn in or ghosting Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use th...

Page 22: ...p and hold an item and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap the screen Swiping Swipe upwards downwards to the left or to the right Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart o...

Page 23: ...isplays widgets shortcuts to apps and more The Apps screen displays icons for all apps including newly installed apps The screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider A wi...

Page 24: ...Home screen Apps screen Moving items Tap and hold an item and then drag it to a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen To add a shortcut to an app on the Home...

Page 25: ...new folder containing the selected apps will be created Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name Adding more apps Tap ADD APPS on the folder Tick the apps to add and tap ADD You can also add an...

Page 26: ...s Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen Tap and hold a widget and then drag it to the Home screen The widget will b...

Page 27: ...ming outside of normal service area Preferred SIM or USIM card for calls dual SIM models GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA network conne...

Page 28: ...nting others from accessing your device After setting the screen lock method the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it Swipe Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it Patter...

Page 29: ...panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notification panel swipe upwards on the screen You can open the notification panel even on the locked screen You can use the following functions on the...

Page 30: ...n features Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons To change feature settings tap the text under each button To view more detailed settings tap and hold a button To rearrange bu...

Page 31: ...tap it twice Change the keyboard settings Enter a space Changing the input language Tap Languages and types MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES and then select the languages to use When you select two or more lan...

Page 32: ...voice Add an item from the clipboard Enter emoticons Change the keyboard for one handed operation Change the keyboard settings Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text 2 Drag or to select the desi...

Page 33: ...dictionaries next to a dictionary to download it 3 View the definition in the dictionary pop up window To switch to the full screen view tap Tap the definition on the screen to view more definitions...

Page 34: ...used apps tap and select a recent app window Closing an app Tap and tap or drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it To close all running apps tap CLOSE ALL Multi window Introduction M...

Page 35: ...Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window The selected app will launch in the upper window 3 In the lower window swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch To launch a...

Page 36: ...the bar between the app windows to access additional options Switch locations between app windows Close the currently selected app Adjusting the window size Drag the bar between the app windows up or...

Page 37: ...een view Press the Home key to minimize the split screen view The icon will appear on the status bar The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain active in the mi...

Page 38: ...unt Help Registering your Samsung account Registering a new Samsung account If you do not have a Samsung account you should create one 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts Accounts Add...

Page 39: ...art Switch or Samsung Cloud This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers Limitations apply Visit www samsung com smartswitch for details Samsung takes copyright seriously Only transf...

Page 40: ...vices download and install Smart Switch from Galaxy Apps or Play Store 2 Place the devices near each other 3 Launch Smart Switch on both devices 4 On the previous device tap WIRELESS SEND CONNECT 5 On...

Page 41: ...witch 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch If your previous device is not a Samsung device back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device s manufacturer Then skip to the fifth step...

Page 42: ...ce to a computer for data transfer Move audio video image or other types of files from the device to the computer or vice versa Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferrin...

Page 43: ...Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software 1 On the computer visit www samsung com smartswitch to download and install Smart Switch 2 On the computer launch...

Page 44: ...up data from Samsung Cloud using a Samsung account tap Restore Select a device and the data types you want to restore and tap RESTORE NOW The selected data will be restored to your device Using a Goog...

Page 45: ...To use this feature your phone number must be verified View content onTV SmartView View your device s displayed content on a larger screen via a wireless connection When you have a communication or s...

Page 46: ...apps to use Make an emergency call Remaining battery power and usage time left Turn on the flash Make a call Send your current location information in a message Browse the Internet Access additional...

Page 47: ...load free apps tap INSTALL To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the price and follow the on screen instructions To change the auto update settings tap Settings Auto update apps and th...

Page 48: ...need permission to access or use information on your device When you open an app a pop up window may appear and request access to certain features or information Tap ALLOW on the pop up window to gra...

Page 49: ...If the keypad does not appear on the screen tap to open the keypad 3 Tap to make a voice call or tap to make a video call For dual SIM models tap or to make a voice call or tap to make a video call A...

Page 50: ...23 as a speed dial number tap 1 tap 2 and then tap and hold 3 Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen drag outside the large circle Making calls from call logs or contacts list Tap RE...

Page 51: ...Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls Alternatively launch the Phone app and tap RECENTS to view missed calls Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to y...

Page 52: ...from your ears Keypad Hide Open or close the keypad Mute Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you End the current call During a video call Tap the screen to use the following o...

Page 53: ...1 Launch the Contacts app 2 Tap and select a storage location 3 Enter contact information Select a storage location Add an image Open more information fields Scan contact information from a business c...

Page 54: ...the calls list 1 Launch the Phone app and tap RECENTS 2 Tap a caller s image or tap a phone number Details 3 Tap CREATE CONTACT to create a new contact or tap UPDATE EXISTING to add the number to an...

Page 55: ...unt or Sync Contacts Searching for contacts Launch the Contacts app Use one of the following search methods Scroll up or down the contacts list Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the c...

Page 56: ...ile 2 Tap EDIT edit your profile and tap SAVE 3 Tap Profile sharing and then tap the switch to activate it To use the profile sharing feature your phone number must be verified You can view your conta...

Page 57: ...s Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline your contacts list 1 Launch the Contacts app 2 Tap Manage contacts Merge contacts 3 Tick contacts and tap MERGE Deleting contacts 1 Launch the Contact...

Page 58: ...ng messages when you are roaming 1 Launch the Messages app 2 Tap 3 Add recipients and tap COMPOSE 4 Enter a message Access additional options Enter a message Add recipients from the contacts list Ente...

Page 59: ...select a contact 3 View your conversation To reply to the message tap Enter message enter a message and then tap SEND For dual SIM models tap or Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specifi...

Page 60: ...the device to vibrate when you receive messages Pop up display Set the device to display messages in pop up windows Preview message Set the device to display message content on the locked screen and...

Page 61: ...and launch the Internet app 2 Tap the address field 3 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen Bookmark the current we...

Page 62: ...MODE If you are using this feature for the first time set whether to use a password for secret mode In secret mode you cannot use some features such as screen capture In secret mode the device will ch...

Page 63: ...tap Add account If you have more than one email account you can set one as the default account Tap Set default account Sending emails 1 Tap to compose an email 2 Add recipients and enter an email text...

Page 64: ...r record videos in places where you may violate other people s privacy Launching Camera Use the following methods to launch Camera Launch the Camera app Press the Home key twice quickly On the locked...

Page 65: ...mode switch between cameras or apply filters or other effects Front camera preview Rear camera preview Shooting modes Filters and other effects Switching cameras On the preview screen swipe upwards o...

Page 66: ...the preview screen where the camera should focus 2 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in and pinch to zoom out Or drag on the zoom bar towards...

Page 67: ...g based on changes to the subjects or light sources Tap and hold the area to focus the AF AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked The setting remains locked...

Page 68: ...can result in noise in photos Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to life color range Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together t...

Page 69: ...ith rich colors and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas On the shooting mode list tap HDR Rich tone This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Without ef...

Page 70: ...auty effects on the screen 1 On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwards or tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits 2 On the shooting modes list tap Selfie 3 Face the front camera le...

Page 71: ...fie mode 1 On the preview screen tap 2 Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and take a photo of yourself SkinTone Make your skin appear brighter and clea...

Page 72: ...switches to activate them 5 Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self portrait The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of th...

Page 73: ...ctivate the flash Do not use the flash close to your eyes Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes Set the device to record sound before or after taking...

Page 74: ...s Attach a GPS location tag to the photo GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your...

Page 75: ...os by album or create stories to share with others Viewing images and videos Viewing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES 2 Select an image Access additional options Automatically adjust t...

Page 76: ...e icon on the preview thumbnail Lock the playback screen Switch to the pop up video player Rewind or fast forward by dragging the bar Skip to the previous video Tap and hold to rewind Skip to the next...

Page 77: ...ocation tags sort the images and videos and then create stories To create stories automatically you must capture or save multiple images and videos Creating stories Create stories with various themes...

Page 78: ...your contacts To use this feature your phone number must be verified You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers...

Page 79: ...p the Samsung Cloud switch to activate it Images and videos captured on the device will be automatically saved to Samsung Cloud Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image o...

Page 80: ...rush to paint with various brushes Tap Image to insert an image by selecting from Gallery or by taking a photo Tap Voice to record a voice recording and insert it into the note Voice recording will st...

Page 81: ...nloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily Access additional options Add games Open games with or without soun...

Page 82: ...he Game Launcher app 3 Tap a game from the games list Games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps will be automatically shown on the game launcher screen If you cannot see your games tap Add apps...

Page 83: ...he icon on the game screen again open the notification panel and tap the Game Tools notification Capture screenshots Record your game session Dim and lock the game s screen Lock the Recents and Back k...

Page 84: ...tap a date If the date already has saved events or tasks in it tap the date and tap 3 Enter event details Select a calendar to use or sync with Attach a map showing the location of the event Enter the...

Page 85: ...with launch the Calendar app and tap Manage calendars Add account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added it will appear on the list S Health Introduction S Health hel...

Page 86: ...depending on the region View and manage trackers View health tips Compare your step count records with other S Health users or compete with your friends Set your daily goals and track your progress Mo...

Page 87: ...on may be stored until the completion of such purposes You can delete personal data stored by S Health by using the Reset data option in the Settings menu To delete any data you have shared with socia...

Page 88: ...1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Voice Recorder app 2 Tap to start recording Speak into the microphone Tap to pause recording While making a voice recording tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmark S...

Page 89: ...n event or set a specific duration ALARM Launch the Clock app and tap ALARM Setting alarms Tap in the alarms list set an alarm time select the days on which the alarm will repeat set other various ala...

Page 90: ...en tap DELETE STOPWATCH 1 Launch the Clock app and tap STOPWATCH 2 Tap START to time an event To record lap times while timing an event tap LAP 3 Tap STOP to stop timing To restart the timing tap RESU...

Page 91: ...story tap HISTORY To close the calculation history panel tap KEYPAD To clear the history tap HISTORY CLEAR HISTORY To use the unit conversion tool tap You can convert various values such as area lengt...

Page 92: ...e the frequency Record a song from the FM radio View the list of available stations Access additional options Add the current radio station to the favorites list Search for an available radio station...

Page 93: ...cked Secure Folder is a separate secured storage area The data in Secure Folder cannot be transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods such as USB orWi Fi Direct Attempting to customize...

Page 94: ...ecure Folder Customize icon When you launch the Secure Folder app you must unlock the app using your preset lock method If you forget your Secure Folder unlock code you can reset it using your Samsung...

Page 95: ...items will be deleted from the original folder and moved to Secure Folder To copy items tap COPY The method for moving content may vary depending on the content type Moving content from Secure Folder...

Page 96: ...d Google accounts or other accounts to sync with the apps in Secure Folder 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Settings Accounts Add account 2 Select an account service 3 Follow the on screen instr...

Page 97: ...kup and restore 2 Tap Add account and register and sign in to your Samsung account 3 Tap Back up Secure Folder data 4 Tick items you want to back up and tap BACK UP NOW Data will be backed up to Samsu...

Page 98: ...provides entertainment social network and business apps You may require a Google account to access some apps Refer to Accounts for more information To view more app information access each app s help...

Page 99: ...r content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Photos Search for manage and edit all your photos and videos from vari...

Page 100: ...ng keywords tap Connections Wi Fi Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices Turn offWi Fi to save the battery when not in use Connecting t...

Page 101: ...vate it 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct The detected devices are listed If the device you want to connect to is not in the list request that the device turns on its Wi Fi Direct feature 3 Select a device to connec...

Page 102: ...Some devices especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible with your device Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes for example pirating copie...

Page 103: ...r device 1 Launch the Gallery app 2 Select an image 3 Tap Share Bluetooth and then select a device to transfer the image to If your device has paired with the device before tap the device name without...

Page 104: ...Restrict networks SelectWi Fi networks to prevent apps running in the background from using them To change the monthly reset date for the monitoring period tap Billing cycle and data warning Start bil...

Page 105: ...on with other devices when the network connection is not available Connections can be made viaWi Fi USB or Bluetooth On the Settings screen tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering You may incur a...

Page 106: ...en enter a password and tap SAVE 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from theWi Fi networks list 4 On the connected device use the device s mobile data connection to acces...

Page 107: ...used for the previous call or message is different from your preferred SIM or USIM card Dual SIM always on Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM card during a call When thi...

Page 108: ...tings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device to a printer viaWi Fi orWi Fi Direct and print images or documents Some printers may not be compatible with the device Add...

Page 109: ...adjusted Volume Adjust the volume level for call ringtones music and videos system sounds and notifications Ringtone Change the ringtones for calls or notifications Vibration pattern Select a vibratio...

Page 110: ...and the Home screen settings On the Settings screen tap Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display Outdoor mode Activate outdoor mode to make the display easier to see in bright condition...

Page 111: ...e watching HDR videos from HDR exclusive video services the blue light filter will not be applied 1 On the Settings screen tap Display Blue light filter and then tap the Turn on now switch to activate...

Page 112: ...left on the Home screen and tap Settings Display Easy mode Standard mode DONE Managing shortcuts To add an app shortcut to the Home screen tap and hold an item on the Apps screen then drag it to the t...

Page 113: ...mode Activate one handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Quick launch Camera Set...

Page 114: ...uation quickly press the Power key three times The device sends messages to your emergency contacts The messages include your location information 1 On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Send S...

Page 115: ...with a tap of your finger Battery Storage Device security Memory Using the quick optimization feature On the Settings screen tap Device maintenance FIX NOW or OPTIMIZE NOW The quick optimization featu...

Page 116: ...etwork connections except for the mobile network will be deactivated Managing the battery You can save battery power by preventing apps that are running in the background from using battery power when...

Page 117: ...W Device security Check the device s security status This feature scans your device for malware On the Settings screen tap Device maintenance Device security SCAN PHONE Apps Manage the device s apps a...

Page 118: ...to them on the locked screen Find My Mobile Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature Access the Find My Mobile website findmymobile samsung com to track and control your lost or stolen devic...

Page 119: ...ng Cloud storage and sync back up and restore your data On the Settings screen tap Cloud and accounts Samsung Cloud Manage cloud storage View the amount of storage space you are currently using in Sam...

Page 120: ...ts Accounts select an account name and then tap Remove account Backup and restore Change the settings for managing settings and data On the Settings screen tap Cloud and accounts Backup and restore SA...

Page 121: ...tion Customize the settings to improve accessibility for users who have reduced dexterity Text to speech Change the text to speech settings Direction lock Change the directional combination settings f...

Page 122: ...omatically send the device s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung Marketing information Set whether to receive Samsung marketing information such as special offers membership benefits and newsl...

Page 123: ...evices via Bluetooth Wi Fi Direct and other methods Model number View the device s model number Software information View the device s software information such as its operating system version and fir...

Page 124: ...N incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more...

Page 125: ...eezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Center Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs you may need t...

Page 126: ...ected Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing theVolume key or move to another area A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio quality is poor Ensure that you a...

Page 127: ...tery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the c...

Page 128: ...s may not work properly Your device supports multimedia files that are authorized by your network service provider or providers of additional services Some content circulated on the Internet such as r...

Page 129: ...s a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly There is not enough space in the devic...

Page 130: ...the status bar downwards and then drag the notification panel downwards Tap next to the brightness adjustment bar and tap the Show control on top switch to activate it Samsung Cloud does not work Ensu...

Page 131: ...storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electro...

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