Samsung Galaxy 7 User Guide

Getting Started
Learn about your mobile device 
hardware, assembly procedures, 
and how to get started using your 
new device.  

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Getting StartedFront View
Front View
Home key/Finger scanner Back Power key Front camera Earpiece
Proximity sensors
Recent
Volume keys
Status light   

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Getting Started Front View
Front View
• Earpiece: Listen to a call.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record 
videos of yourself.
• Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on 
or off, restart it, or for quick access to Emergency 
mode. Press to lock or wake up the screen.
• Back: Return to the previous screen or close a 
dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
• Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home 
screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature.
• Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or...

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Getting StartedBack View
Back View
USB charger/
Accessory port Headset jack SIM card/Memory card tray
Speaker
Microphone Microphone
Heart rate sensor Flash
Rear camera   

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Getting Started Back View
Back View
• SIM card/Memory card tray: Install the SIM card 
and an optional memory card (not included) for 
storage of files. For more information, see “Install 
the SIM Card and a Memory Card” on page 6.
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments 
when taking a photo or recording video.
• Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate using 
your fingertip when using the S Health™ app.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset 
(not included) .
• USB...

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Getting StartedAssemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your 
device.
Install the SIM Card and a 
Memory Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are 
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, 
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, 
such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN) , 
available optional services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card 
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards...

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Getting Started Assemble Your Device
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to 
eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the 
SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until 
the tray pops out.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face 
down into the device and that the card is 
positioned as shown.
3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold 
contacts facing down.
4. Slide the SIM card/Memory...

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Getting Started Assemble Your Device
Maintaining Water and 
Dust Resistance
Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on 
IP68 rating, which tests submersion up to  
5.0 feet for up to 30 minutes.
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection 
rating system. 
Your device has been tested in a controlled 
environment and shown to be water and dust resistant 
in certain circumstances (meets requirements of 
classification IP68 as described by the international 
standard IEC 60529 - Degrees of...

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Getting Started Assemble Your Device
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard 
Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and 
USB cable) is included with the device for charging 
the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully 
discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge 
time. You can use the device while charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery 
before using your device for the first time.
Note : For...

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Getting Started Assemble Your Device
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of 
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at 
regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining 
battery power by dimming the screen. 
When the battery level becomes too low, the device 
automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level:
 ►View the battery charge indicator located in the 
top right corner of your device’s display. A solid...