Samsung Galaxy Note 5 User Guide

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Getting Started Front View
• Back: Return to the previous screen or close a 
dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
• Earpiece: Listen to a call.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record 
videos of yourself.
• Home key: Return to the Home screen. Activate the 
Fingerprint security feature.
• LED indicator: Light up the LED indicator when 
charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications.
• Power key: Lock or wake up the screen. Press and 
hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick 
access to Airplane Mode and Emergency Mode.
• Proximity sensor: Detect the presence of objects 
near the device. 
• Recent apps: Display recent apps or touch and 
hold for Home screen options.
• Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s 
sounds and audio.  
						

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

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Getting Started Back View
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments 
when taking a photo or recording video.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset 
(not included) .
• Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate via 
your fingertip when using the S Health app.
• Microphone: Record audio and detects voice 
commands.
• Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos. 
• S Pen: Storage compartment for the S Pen.
• SIM card tray: Store the SIM card. For more 
information, see “Install the SIM Card” on 
page 6.
• Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the 
Charger/USB cable (included) and other optional 
accessories (not included) .  
						

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Getting StartedAssemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your 
device.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are 
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, 
your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription 
details, such as your PIN, available optional services, 
and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card 
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of 
small children.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to 
eject the internal SIM card slot.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM 
tray, and push until the tray pops out.   
						

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Getting Started Assemble Your Device
2. Place the SIM card on the tray, and slide the tray 
back into the slot.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face 
down into the device and that the card is 
positioned as shown. 
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device 
will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and place 
it back into the slot if the SIM is not detected.
Charge the Battery
Note : For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive 
Fast Charging charger that came with your phone. This 
charger provides faster charging only when connected to 
devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and 
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.  
						

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Getting Started Assemble Your Device
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging 
head from the outlet and remove the USB cable 
from the device.
Note : This device is also compatible with Samsung-
approved wireless charging devices--sold separately.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices. 
Samsung accessories are designed to maximize 
battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your 
warranty and may cause damage.When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak 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 upper right 
corner of your device’s display. A solid color (  ) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage value. 
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better 
idea of the remaining charge on the battery. For 
more information, see “Battery” on page 165 .  
						

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Getting StartedSet Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
Turn the Device On
 ► Press and hold the Power key until the device 
starts up.
Turn the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power key until the 
Device options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off > POWER OFF.
Reset the Device
Should your device stop responding to taps or finger 
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can 
reset your device. 
 ►Press and hold the Power  key and the 
Volume Down key at the same time for more than 
seven seconds. 
Configure Your Phone
When you first turn on your phone, you will need to set 
up a few things.
1. As each screen is displayed, follow the instructions 
on each screen to set up that particular feature.
2. Tap NEXT, SKIP, or LATER to progress to the next 
screen.   
						

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Getting Started Set Up Your Device
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your 
device. 
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the 
screen times out.
 ►To lock the device, press the Power  key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
 ►To unlock your device, press the Power  key or 
Home key, and then drag your finger across the 
screen. 
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe which offers no 
security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see 
“Set a Screen Lock” on page 175 .  
						

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Getting StartedSet Up Accounts on Your Device
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google Account to 
fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, 
Google Hangouts, and the Google Play store. 
When you turn on your device for the first time, set 
up your existing Google Account, or create a new 
Google Account.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your 
Google Account on your device at any time, use 
Accounts settings. For more information, see 
“Accounts” on page 185 .
 ►From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings > 
Accounts > Add account > Google.
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung 
content and apps on your device. When you turn on 
your device for the first time, set up your existing 
Samsung account, or create a new Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your 
Samsung account on your device at any time, 
use Accounts settings. For more information, see 
“Accounts” on page 185 .
 ►From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings > 
Accounts > Add account > Samsung account.   
						

							Know Your Device
Learn some of the key features of 
your mobile device, including the 
screens and icons, as well as how 
to navigate the device and enter 
text using the keyboard.Warning: Please note that a touch screen 
responds best to a light touch from the 
pad of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. 
Using excessive force or a metallic object 
when pressing on the touch screen may 
damage the tempered glass surface and 
void the warranty.