Samsung GALAXY S5 Specification sheet
Get
Started
All you need to know to get going.
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Thanks for choosing Sprint. This booklet introduces you to the
basics of getting started with Sprint Prepaid and your Samsung
Galaxy S®5.
For ongoing support and resources, visit sprint.com/prepaidsupport.
There, you’ll ind guides, tutorials, and more to help you get the most
out of your phone.
Note: Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.
Welcome!
Using This Guide
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This Get Started guide is designed to help you set up and use your
new Galaxy S5. It’s divided into four sections to help you nd the
information you need quickly and easily.
Using This Guide
Get Ready − page 5 − Find out what
you need to do before you use your
phone the rst time, including inserting
a battery and activating Sprint Prepaid
service on your phone.
Android™Basics − page 8 − Learn some
basics about how to move around on
your phone, use the home screen, and
enter text. If you’re familiar with Android
phones, you can probably skip these
pages (although a refresher course never
hurt anyone).
Use Your Phone − page 11 − Take
advantage of your phone’s features
and Sprint services, from the basics
(making calls) to the more advanced
(using Google Play™, Wi-Fi®, and more).
Tools & Resources − page 22 −
Find useful tips for your phone and
discover resources and other
helpful Sprint information.
For additional information including
the full User Guide, videos, tutorials,
and community forums, visit
sprint.com/prepaidsupport.
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Power/Lock
Key
Speaker
Charger/
Accessory Port
Flash
Heart
Rate
Sensor
3.5mm Headset Jack
Volume
Buttons
Camera
Proximity/Light/
Gesture sensor
Earpiece
Touchscreen
Recent
Apps Key
Back Key
Self Camera
Lens
Home Key
Microphone
Status Light
Infrared
LED
Your Samsung Galaxy S5
Get Ready
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Register Your Phone on Sprint Prepaid
1. From your computer’s browser, visit
sprint.com/prepaidactivate.
2. Choose an activation option and click
Next, and then enter your ZIP code and
click Next.
3. When prompted, enter the serial number
(MEID) printed on the label on your
phone’s packaging.
4. Follow the instructions to select a plan and
payment method.
• If you’re swapping phones or bringing
your number over from a dierent carrier,
follow the prompts to sign in or provide
additional information.
Install the Battery
1. Use the slot above the power button to
remove the battery cover.
2. Align the battery’s contacts with those
inside the battery compartment and gently
press down until the battery is seated.
3. Replace the back cover.
Note: Ensure that back cover is irmly sealed,
the gasket around the cover is intact, and the
USB cover is in place to maintain water and
dust resistance.
Charge the Battery
1. Insert the USB cable into the charger/
accessory port.
2. Insert the other end of the cable into the
charging head, and then plug the charging
head into a standard AC power outlet.
Get Your Phone Ready
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Note: Your phone includes a USB 3.0 cable for
higher data transfer speeds when connected
to another USB 3.0 device. It also supports
USB 2.0 cables (not included).
Note: Connecting the charger improperly may
cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by
the warranty.
Turn the Phone On or O
• Press and hold the Power/Lock Key .
Turn the Screen On and O
• To turn the display screen on or o, press the
Power/Lock Key . Swipe the screen to
unlock it.
Activate Your Phone
• Press and hold the Power/Lock Key
to turn on your new phone.
• Your phone is designed to activate
automatically. When you turn the phone
on for the irst time, you should see a
Hands Free Activation screen, which may
be followed by a PRL Update screen and a
Firmware Update screen. Follow the
onscreen instructions to continue.
If your phone is still not activated, visit
sprint.com/prepaidsupport for assistance. If
you do not have access to the Internet, call
Sprint Customer Service at 1-855-639-4644
from another phone.
Get Your Phone Ready Activate Your Phone
Get Ready
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Set Up Your Phone
Complete the Setup Screens
1. When you see the Welcome screen, select
a language and tap START to begin.
2. You’ll see a Wi-Fi setup screen. Follow the
prompts to set your Wi-Fi options.
3. Follow the prompts on the next few
screens to get your phone set up.
• Tap & Go - Quickly copy any Google
Accounts, backed up apps and data
from your existing Android device.
• Google Account - Create or sign in to
your Google Account.
• Name - Enter your First and Last name to
personalize features and apps.
• Google Services - Select Google service
preferences, including Location and
Communication options.
• Samsung account - Create or sign in to
your Samsung user account.
• Dropbox - Create or sign in to a Dropbox
cloud storage account.
• Device name - Enter a device name to
easily identify your device when using
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, or tethering.
4. Tap FINISH to complete the setup.
Note: At some point during setup, you will
see a prompt to install Sprint Default
Coniguration. Follow the prompts to install
the package and then continue with the
setup screens.
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Your Home Screen
Viewing Your Home Screen
Your phone’s Home screen extends
horizontally up to seven full screens.
• To display the main Home screen,
press from any screen.
• To view extended screens, swipe the
screen left or right.
Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the Home
screen lets you quickly see both your phone
status (connections, signal strength, battery,
GPS) and any current notiications.
Notiications Panel
You can expand the notiication area to see
more about your notiications.
1. Drag the notiications panel down.
2. Tap a notiication to open its app.
Customize Your Home Screen
• To add app shortcuts, tap Apps ,
touch and hold an icon, and drag it
to the home screen.
• To change wallpaper or add widgets, touch
and hold an empty area on a home screen
and tap Wallpapers or Widgets.
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Android Basics
Keys and App Icons Open Apps
The bottom front of your phone contains
three keys: Recent Apps, Home, and Back.
Above this row is a row of app icons that
are available from every Home screen.
• If an app is on one of your Home screens,
just tap it to open it.
• If an app is not available from your Home
screen, tap Apps , and then tap the app
icon. You may have to scroll right or left to
ind your app.
Open Apps with Multi Window™
Multi Window allows you to use two apps on
the same screen in separate windows.
1. Drag the Notiications panel down and touch
> Multi window to enable the feature.
2. Touch and hold .
3. Touch and hold an app and drag it to the
Home screen, and then touch and hold
another app and drag it on top of the
irst one.
Back KeyHome KeyRecent
Apps Key
Phone AppsInternetMessagesContacts
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Your QWERTY Keyboards
Your Galaxy S5 oers two onscreen keyboards:
Samsung keyboard (default) and Swype™.
Select a ield that requires text or numbers
to display a keyboard.
Note: To switch between keyboards, drag
the notiications bar down, touch Select
Keyboard, and touch a keyboard type.
Samsung Keyboard Tips
• Touch ABC or Sym to change entry type.
• If predictive text is on, words will appear
above the keyboard as you type. Touch
a word to enter it and move on to the
next word.
• If Swiftkey Flow is on, you can enter words
by sliding your inger continuously over
the keyboard.
Your Keyboard Settings
You can customize your onscreen keyboard
settings to suit your needs:
• Tap Apps > Settings > Language and
input (under System), and then tap either of
the keyboard options (Samsung keyboard
or Swype).
Google Voice Typing
Use your voice to enter text instead
of typing.
1. From any screen where you can enter
text, touch the input ield to reveal
the keyboard.
2. Touch and speak clearly.
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