Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini User Manual

							     
  
   
 
  
 
 
 
 
Section 1: Getting Started 
This section helps you to quickly start using your phone. 
Understanding This User Manual 
The sections of this manual generally follow the features of your device. A robust index for features begins on page 157. 
This manual gives navigation in structions according to the 
default display settings. If  you select other settings, 
navigation steps may be differ

ent. 
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual 
assume that you are starting from a Home s

creen. To get to a 
Home screen, you may need to unlock the device. For more 
information, refer to  “Securing Your Device”  on page 11. 
Note:  Instructions in this manual are based on defaul

t settings 
and may vary from your device depending on the 
software version on your device and any changes to the 
device’s settings.  Note: 
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this manual 
start with the device unloc ked, at the Home screen. All 
screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual 
displays may vary depending  on the software version of 
your device and any changes to the device’s settings. 
Special Text 
In this manual, some text is set apart from the rest. This 
special text is intended to point out important information, 
share quick methods for activating features, define terms, 
and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows: 
• Notes : Presents alternative option s for the current feature, 
menu, or sub-menu. 
• Tips : Provides quick or innovative methods or useful 

shortcuts.
 
• Important : Points out important information about the 

current feature that could affect performance.
 
• Warning : Brings important inform ation to your attention 
that can help to prevent loss of data or functionality or 
damage to your device. 
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My deviceMy device
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Text Conventions 
This manual provides condensed information about how to 
use your device. To make this possible, the following text 
conventions are used to represent often-used steps: 
➔   Arrows are used to represent the sequence of 
selecting successive options in longer, or repetitive, 
procedures. 
For example:
 
From a Home screen, touch 
 Apps➔ 
Settings  ➔  ➔Display ➔ Screen 
timeout . 
ON/OFF	  Many settings use an  ON/OFF switch. Touch the 
ON/OFF  button to turn a feature  or setting on or off. 
Setting Up Your Phone 
Install the SIM (Subscriber Identi ty Module) card, battery, and 
optional memory card (not included), and then charge the 
battery to begin using your device. 
Remove the Back Cover 
The battery, SIM card, and optional memory card are 
installed under a removable cover on the back of the device. 
� 	Pull up using the slot provided, while lifting the cover 
off the device. 
Note:  The battery cover is flexible. Take care to avoid bending 
or twisting the cover when  removing and installing to 
prevent damage to the cover.
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							Install the SIM Card 
A SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card stores your phone 

number and information about your wireless service.
 
Caution!  Turn the device off before installing or removing the 
SIM card. Do not bend or scratch the SIM card. Take 
care when handling, installing, or removing the 
SIM card, and avoid exposing the SIM card to static 
electricity, water, or dirt. Keep the SIM card out of 
reach of small children. 
1.	  Carefully insert the 4G LTE SIM Card into the slot, 
pressing gently until it locks into place. 
2.	  Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face down and 
that the upper-left angled corner of the card is 
positioned as shown. 
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							Install a Memor y Card 
Your device can use an optional microSD card (not included) 
for additional storage of files and data. 
� 	With the gold contacts facing down, slide the 
memory card into the slot, pushing gently until it 
locks into place. 
Note: For more information on using memory cards, see  “SD 
Card”  on page 155. 
Install the Batter y 
Your device is powered by a re chargeable, standard Li-Ion 
battery. A Charging Head and USB cable are included with 
the device for charging the battery. 
The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge 
the battery before using your device for the first time. A fully 
discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of charge time. 
After the first charge, you can  use the device while charging. 
Warning!  Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and 
batteries. Samsung acce ssories are designed to 
maximize battery life. Using other accessories may 
invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. 
Important!  The battery provided with your device contains a 
Near Field Communication (NFC) antenna. 
To ensure proper operation of the NFC features, 
do not use any other battery in your device. 
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							1.	 Insert the battery into the  battery slot, making sure the Replace the Back Cover 
1. Place the battery cover onto the back of the phone. 
2. Press down. 
connectors align. 
2.	  Gently press down to secure the battery. 
3. Press

 down along the edge of the back cover until you 
have a secure seal. 
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Charge the Batter y 
Your device comes with a Travel Charger and USB cable for 
charging your device from  any standard power outlet. 
1.	  Insert the USB cable into the port. 
2.	 Connect the USB cabl e to the travel charger, then plug 
the charging head into a st andard AC power outlet. 
3.	  When charging is complete, unplug the travel charger 
from the power outlet and remove the USB cable from 
the device. 
Batter y Indicator 
The battery icon  in the Status Bar shows the battery 
power level. When the power level is very low, the battery 
icon
 blinks and a warning tone sounds at regular 
intervals. Your phone will conserve its remaining battery 
power by dimming the screen. 
When the battery level becomes too low, the phone 

automatically turns off.
 
 
To view which apps and services are consuming battery 
power, see “Battery”  on page 154.
 
Note: The battery charge level disp lays as an icon on the 
Status bar by default. Yo

u can also view the percentage 
of battery charge remainin g. From a Home screen, 
touch  
Apps  ➔ Settings  ➔ My device My device My device
My device➔ Display  ➔ 
Show battery percentage . 
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Turn the Phone On and Off 
To turn the phone on: 
� 	Press and hold the  Power/Lock  Key until 
the phone starts up. 
To turn the phone off: 
1.	  Press and hold the 
Power/Lock  Key to 
view the  Phone options  menu. 
2.	 Touch  Power off . 
Setup Wizard 
The first time you turn your phone on, the Setup Wizard will 
guide you through the basics of setting up your device. 
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, set up 
accounts, choose location services, and learn more about 
your phone. 
Securing Your Device 
Use lock features to secure your phone. 
Lock the Device 
� 	By default, the device locks automatically when the 
screen times out. 
– or – 
Press the 
Power/Lock Key . 
Tip:  When the device is locked, the Emergency call feature is 
available on the lock screen, to allow you to make 
emergency calls even while the device is locked. 
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Unlock the Device 
Unlock the device using one of the default lock screens, or 
use Screen lock options for increased security. 
� Press the Power/Lock Key , then touch 
and drag your finger across the screen. 
Tip:  Special notification icons display for missed calls or new 
messages. Drag a missed call or message icon to view 
the message or call log. 
Select a Screen Lock 
A Screen lock provides securi ty for your phone. When you 
turn the phone on, the Screen  lock may request a PIN, 
password, or other authorization to access it. You can also 
choose not to use a Screen lock. 
Swipe is the default Screen lock , requiring no authorization 
to access the phone. It is recommended that you set up a 
secure Screen lock to protect your privacy. 
For more information about setting up and using a 

Screen Lock, see  “Screen Lock”  on page 122.
 
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Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 
• Touch screen with virtual  (onscreen) QWERTY keyboard 
• Brilliant 4.3" WVGA SAMOLED display 
• Delivering data faster than the current 3G network 
technology by using 4G LTE and High Speed Packet Access 
Plus (HSPA+) 
• Android 4.4, Kit Kat platform 
• Smart Switch™ compliant. Visit samsungsmartswitch.com 
• Wi-Fi® Capability 
• Apps available to download from the Google Play™ Store 
and Samsung Hub™ 
• Access Movies, TV Shows, Music, Games, and Books with 
Samsung Hub 
• Compliant with AllShare Cast Hub® (DLNA-certified) 
• 8 megapixel camera and camc order with LED flash plus 
1.9  megapixel front-facing camera 
• Share Shot picture sh aring functionality 
• S-Beam file transfer technology 
• Bluetooth enabled 
• NFC-compatible 
• Full Integration of Google Mobile™ Services (Gmail, 
YouTube, Google Maps, Google Voice Search) 
• Multiple Messaging Options: Text/Picture/Video Messaging 
and Google Hangouts™ 
• Corporate and Personal Email 
• Music player with multitaski ng features and supporting 
AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, and WMA file formats 
• Speakerphone 
• Support for microSD™ and microSDHC™ memory cards up 
to 64GB capacity 
• Preloaded e-reader applications, such as Play Books™ and 
Play Magazines™ 
• Assisted GPS (Google Navigation) 
• Webkit-based browser 
• Mobile HotSpot and USB Tethering-capability 
• Video Chat via Google Hangouts™ 
• Google Play™ Music 
• Wi-Fi ® Calling via the use of a micro SIM card 
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Proximity and
 
Earpiece  Light Sensor
 
LED Indicator Front-Facing 
Camera 
Touch Screen
Menu Key  Back Key (Context-sensitive 
(Return to the Home Key menu for the previous screen
 
current screen)  (Display the main 
or option)
 
Home screen or
 
Lock screen)
 
 
Fr ont View  Side Views 
Volume
  Power/ Lock Key Key 
 
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