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Samsung Galaxy S4 SGH-M919 T-Mobile User Manual

Samsung Galaxy S4 SGH-M919 T-Mobile
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4G LTE SMARTPHONE
User Manual
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Table of Contents

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Samsung Galaxy S4 SGH-M919 T-Mobile Specifications

General IconGeneral
Network TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE band 4(1700/2100), 17(700)
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
GPRSYes
EDGEYes
Announced2013, March
StatusAvailable. Released 2013, April
Dimensions136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm (5.38 x 2.75 x 0.31 in)
Weight130 g (4.59 oz)
SIMMicro-SIM
Display TypeSuper AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels (~441 ppi pixel density)
MultitouchYes
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.0.1 (Lollipop)
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064T Snapdragon 600
CPUQuad-core 1.9 GHz Krait 300
GPUAdreno 320
Card slotmicroSD, up to 64 GB
RAM2 GB
Rear Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera2 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard)
Alert typesVibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFCYes
Infrared portYes
RadioNo
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), USB Host
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, temperature, humidity, gesture
MessagingSMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
BrowserHTML5
JavaNo
BatteryRemovable Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery
Talk timeUp to 17 h (3G)
Music playUp to 62 h
Display Size5.0 inches
Internal Storage16 GB
Rear Camera13 MP
Rear Camera Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack Mist, White Frost

Summary

Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

Explains the manual's structure, safety information, and general instructions.

Removing the Battery Cover

Instructions on how to remove the battery cover and important safety notes.

Installing and Removing the SIM card

Guide on installing and removing the micro SIM card, including SIM card overview.

Installing the microSD Memory Card

Steps for installing and removing the microSD card for media storage.

Installing the Battery

Instructions for installing and removing the battery, with important safety advice.

Charging the Battery

Steps for charging the device's Li-ion battery and important charging recommendations.

Extending Your Battery Life

Tips to conserve battery power by managing active applications and settings.

Switching the Device On or Off

How to turn the device on and off, including initial device configuration.

Locking and Unlocking the Device

How to lock and unlock the device screen, and options for lock settings.

Voicemail

Instructions for setting up and accessing voicemail, including from another phone.

Understanding Your Device

Features of Your Device

Overview of the device's lightweight, easy-to-use design and significant features.

Call Functions and Contacts List

Displaying Your Phone Number

How to find your phone number through device settings.

Making a Call

Steps to make a call by entering a number or from the contacts list.

Ending a Call

How to end an active call using the end key or from the status bar.

Making Emergency Calls

Procedures for making emergency calls with or without a SIM card.

Dialing Options

On-screen options on the keypad for voicemail, calling, and deleting digits.

Answering a Call

How to answer or reject incoming calls, including using Air Gesture.

Managing Reject Calls

How to categorize callers as rejected and manage the rejection list.

Pause Dialing

How to use pauses in dialing for automated systems like voicemail.

Speed Dialing

How to set up and use speed dial entries for quick dialing.

Wi-Fi Calling

Benefits and activation steps for Wi-Fi Calling for T-Mobile customers.

Placing a Call on Hold

How to place a call on hold, make a new call during an active call, and switch between calls.

Multi-Party calls

How to set up and manage multi-party calls, including splitting callers.

Entering Text

Text Input Methods

Overview of available text input methods: Google voice typing, Samsung keyboard, and Swype.

Selecting the Text Input Method

How to choose and set the default text input method via settings.

Entering Text Using Swype

Instructions and tips for using the Swype text input method for word entry.

Using the Samsung Keyboard

How to use the on-screen QWERTY keyboard in portrait and landscape modes.

Contacts

Accounts

How to manage accounts for synchronizing contacts and other data.

Contacts List

How to create new contacts, with default storage locations and account types.

Finding a Contact

Methods to find contacts by swiping, searching, or using the letter tab.

Editing Contact Information

Steps to edit existing contact details, including saving or canceling changes.

Linking Contact Information

How to link multiple contact entries for the same person into one record.

Marking a Contact as Default

How to set a primary contact entry for applications like the Voice Dialer.

Sending a Namecard

How to send contact information as a virtual business card via various methods.

Copying Contact Information to the SIM Card

How to copy contact details from phone memory to the SIM card.

Copying Contact Information to the microSD Card

How to copy contact details from phone memory to the microSD card.

Synchronizing Contacts

How to sync contacts with online accounts like Google or Microsoft Exchange.

Adding more Contacts via Accounts and Sync

How to synchronize data from social media and email accounts into your contacts.

Groups

How to add contacts to groups for organized calling and messaging.

Messages

Types of Messages

Overview of different message types supported by the phone.

Creating and Sending Messages

Step-by-step guide to composing and sending text or multimedia messages.

Message Options

Options available before composing a message, such as search and message settings.

Deleting Messages

How to delete single message threads or multiple message threads.

Message Search

How to search through messages using keywords or phrases.

Messaging Settings

How to configure settings for text messages, multimedia messages, and voicemails.

Spam message settings

How to configure spam settings, including blocking unknown senders and adding spam phrases.

Assigning Messages as Spam

How to assign messages as spam from the list or manually.

Accessing Your Spam Folder

How to access messages that have been assigned to the spam folder.

Text Templates

How to use and create predefined text reply templates.

Using Email

How to set up and use email accounts, including Gmail and Exchange.

Composing Email

Step-by-step guide for composing and sending emails, including attachments.

Configuring Email Settings

How to configure general and account-specific email settings.

Changing Your Settings

Accessing the Settings Tabs

How to access the main settings screen and its four tabs.

Connections

Settings related to device connection to external sources like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

My device

Settings for device configuration and customization, including display and sound.

Accounts

Settings for creating, modifying, and synchronizing accounts.

More

Remaining device settings not listed in other tabs, including location and security.

Wi-Fi Settings

Configuration options for Wi-Fi connectivity, including activation and advanced settings.

Activating Wi-Fi

Steps to turn on and connect to a Wi-Fi network.

Wi-Fi Direct Setup and Settings

How to configure direct device-to-device connections using Wi-Fi Direct.

Bluetooth settings

How to activate, manage, and change the device name for Bluetooth connections.

Data Usage

How to monitor and manage device data usage capabilities.

Airplane Mode

How to enable Airplane mode to disable wireless communications.

Mobile networks

Settings for mobile network options, including using mobile data.

Network mode

How to configure the device's network selection, including LTE and 3G.

Tethering and Mobile HotSpot

How to share the phone's mobile data connection via USB or wirelessly.

VPN settings

How to set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

Wi-Fi Calling

How to make and receive calls over an active Wi-Fi connection.

Near Field Communication

How to use NFC for reading and exchanging tags, and beaming app content.

Lock Screen

How to configure device security parameters for the lock screen.

Screen Unlock Pattern Overview

How to set up a screen unlock pattern for device security.

Using Swipe

How to use the swipe gesture for unlocking the device.

Using Face Unlock

How to use facial recognition to unlock the phone.

Setting an Unlock Pattern

Creating a screen unlock pattern with a backup PIN code.

PIN Lock and Unlock

How to set up and use a PIN for locking and unlocking the phone.

Password Lock and Unlock

How to set up and use a password for locking and unlocking the phone.

Display Settings

How to change various display settings like font, orientation, and screen timeout.

LED Indicator

How to turn on LED lights for charging, missed events, and notifications.

Sound Settings

How to control phone sounds and configure display settings, including silent mode.

Home Screen Mode

How to set the display to Standard or Easy mode for the home screen.

Call Settings

How to configure general call settings, including call rejection and answering calls.

Configuring General Call Settings

How to manage call rejection, answering/ending calls, and call alerts.

Configuring Additional Voice Call Settings

How to configure settings like Caller ID, call forwarding, and call barring.

Configuring Call Forwarding

How to set up call forwarding for busy, unanswered, or unreachable calls.

TTY Mode

How to activate and configure TTY (Text Telephone) mode for accessibility.

Blocking Mode

How to enable blocking mode to disable notifications for selected features.

Hands-free Mode

How to enable hands-free mode to have alarms and information read aloud.

Power Saving Mode

How to automatically set the phone to power saving mode and configure options.

Accessory

How to select audio output mode when using a car or desk dock.

Accessibility Settings

How to enable and disable accessibility applications and features for easier device navigation.

Motions and Gestures Settings

How to assign functions to phone actions detected by accelerometer and gyroscope.

Voice control

How to set up voice commands to control the device, including incoming calls and music playback.

Health and Safety Information

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals

Information from the FDA regarding RF exposure from wireless phones and its biological effects.

Do cell phones pose a health hazard?

Addresses concerns about cell phone radiation and its link to health hazards, citing scientific evidence.

Research Results to Date: Is there a connection between RF and certain health problems?

Summarizes research findings on RF exposure and health problems, mentioning specific studies.

Cell Phone Industry Actions

Steps urged by the FDA for the cell phone industry regarding RF exposure research and design.

Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other Accessories

Steps to minimize RF exposure, including using hands-free kits and accessories.

Children and Cell Phones

Scientific evidence on RF exposure for children and teenagers, and recommendations for reducing exposure.

FCC Part 15 Information to User

FCC regulations regarding device operation, interference, and modifications.

Smart Practices While Driving

Guidelines for responsible mobile device use while driving to ensure safety.

Battery Use and Safety

Important instructions for handling, storing, and using batteries to avoid injury or damage.

Responsible Listening

Caution on avoiding potential hearing loss from loud sounds and prolonged exposure.

UL Certified Travel Charger

Safety instructions for the travel charger per UL guidelines.

Display / Touch-Screen

Information regarding the display's material, potential breakage, and proper touch-screen usage.

GPS & AGPS

How the device uses GPS and AGPS for location-based applications.

Navigation

Disclaimer about potential inaccuracies in navigation data and importance of visual confirmation.

Emergency Calls

Information on how the mobile device operates for emergency calls and potential limitations.

Care and Maintenance

Suggestions for maintaining the device to ensure warranty obligations and longevity.

Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from:

Precautions regarding liquids, heat, microwaves, dust, and cleaning solutions.

Responsible Listening

Recommendations for safe use of portable audio devices to prevent noise-induced hearing loss.

FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices

FCC requirements for wireless mobile device compatibility with hearing aids.

Restricting Children's Access to Your Mobile Device

Guidelines for preventing children from accessing the mobile device.

FCC Notice and Cautions

FCC notices and cautions regarding device operation, warranty, and accessories.

Other Important Safety Information

General safety information concerning vehicle installation, headsets, flammable materials, and airbags.

Warranty Information

Standard Limited Warranty

Details of the limited warranty, including what is covered and for how long.

What is covered and for how long?

Specifies warranty periods for device components like handset, battery, and accessories.

What is not covered?

Lists conditions and actions that are not covered by the limited warranty.

What are SAMSUNG’s obligations?

Explains Samsung's responsibilities for repairing or replacing products under warranty.

What must you do to obtain warranty service?

Instructions on how to obtain warranty service, including required documentation and contact information.

What are the limits on SAMSUNG’s liability?

Outlines limitations on Samsung's liability regarding product quality and third-party software.

What is the procedure for resolving disputes?

Details the arbitration process for resolving disputes related to the limited warranty.

End User License Agreement for Software

The legal agreement governing the use of preloaded software on the device.

SOFTWARE UPDATES

Information on how Samsung provides software updates and their terms of use.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY

Disclaimer stating software is provided "AS IS" without warranties, express or implied.

THIRD-PARTY APPLICATIONS

Samsung's disclaimer regarding the availability and risk associated with third-party applications.

SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS

Information on Samsung applications and services, and their terms of use.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Limits Samsung's liability for damages arising from the use or inability to use the software.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Details the procedure for resolving disputes through arbitration for US and non-US residents.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

States the EULA is the entire agreement and outlines severability provisions.

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