Samsung Galaxy Avant - Manual (Page 6)

Section 1: Getting Started 1
Section 1: Getting Started
This section explains how to get started with your phone by installing and charging the battery, installing the
micro SIM card and optional memory card, and setting up your voice mail.
Before using your device for the first time, you’ll need to install and charge the battery and install the micro
SIM card. The micro SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional
services, and many other features. If desired, you can also install an SD card to store media for use with your
device.
Understanding this User Manual
The sections of this manual generally follow the features of your device.
This manual provides navigation instructions according to the default display settings. If you select other
settings, navigation may be different.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual assume you are starting from the Home screen and
using the available keys.
Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and may vary from your device, depending on
the software version on your device, and any changes to the device’s Settings.
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, 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
Throughout this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out
important information, share quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more. The definitions
for these methods are as follows:
● Caution! Brings to your attention information that should be noted to avoid danger or mistakes.
● Important! Points out important information about the current feature that could affect performance.
● Notes: Presents alternative options for the current feature, menu, or sub-menu.
● Tips: Provides quick or innovative methods, or useful shortcuts.
● Warning! Brings to your attention important information to prevent loss of data or functionality, or even
prevent damage to your phone.
Text Conventions
This manual provides condensed information about how to use your phone. 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.
Example: From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Bluetooth.
Removing the Battery Cover
The battery, micro SIM card and SD card are installed under the battery cover.
Important! Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the device is switched off.
To turn the device off, hold down the Power/Lock key until the Device options pop up
displays, then tap Power off.
Caution! Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively during installation or removal. Doing so may damage
the cover.
To remove the battery cover:
► Hold the device firmly and locate the cover release latch (1) and carefully remove the cover off the device (2).
Release Latch
Installing and Removing the SIM card
This device uses a different type of SIM card called a “micro SIM”. Other larger SIM cards will not function or
fit within this slot.
SIM Card Overview
Important! Before removing or replacing the micro SIM card, make sure the device is switched off.
To turn the phone off, hold down the Power/Lock key until the Device options pop up
displays, then tap Power off.
The micro SIM card is loaded with your subscription details such as your telephone number, PIN, available
optional services, and many other features.
Important! The micro SIM card and its information can be easily damaged by scratching or bending, so be
careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small
children.
Some features on your device (such as Wi-Fi Calling) can be unlocked by using the new micro SIM card.
To use this new micro SIM card, call or contact customer service for more information.
This card contains the necessary information for identifying and authenticating the user to the IMS
(IP Multimedia Subsystem).