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- Page 1 SM-J106B SM-J106B/DS SM-J106F SM-J106F/DS SM-J106H/DS User Manual English. 09/2016. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Touchscreen Gallery Home screen S Planner Lock screen Voice Recorder Notification panel My Files Entering text Memo Screen capture Clock Opening apps Calculator Samsung account Radio Transferring data from your previous Google apps device Device and data management Sharing features... - Page 3 Smart Manager Applications Sounds and vibrations Notifications Do not disturb Display Advanced features Wallpaper Home screen Lock screen and security Privacy Accessibility Accounts Google Samsung Cloud Backup and reset Language and input Battery Storage Date and time User manual About device...
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Page 4: Basics
Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung. -
Page 5: Package Contents
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty. -
Page 6: Device Layout
Basics Device layout Front camera Receiver Power key Touchscreen Home key Recents key Back key Multipurpose jack Microphone Headset jack GPS antenna Flash Rear camera Volume key Back cover Loud speaker Main antenna... - Page 7 – If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
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Page 8: Battery
Basics Battery Installing the battery Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the device’s contacts. -
Page 9: Removing The Battery
Basics Replace the back cover. Removing the battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. -
Page 10: Charging The Battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. - Page 11 Basics Viewing the remaining charging time While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps Settings Battery. The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
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Page 12: Ultra Power Saving Mode
If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. -
Page 13: Sim Or Usim Card
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. Use only a microSIM card. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. - Page 14 USIM card into SIM card slot 2 ( Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.
- Page 15 Basics Dual SIM models: Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings SIM card manager.
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Page 16: Memory Card (Microsd Card)
To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website. Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it. -
Page 17: Removing The Memory Card
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data. -
Page 18: Touchscreen
Basics Touchscreen Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips. The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area. - Page 19 Basics Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return. Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts.
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Page 20: Home Screen
Basics Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. -
Page 21: Home Screen Options
Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Home screen to access the available options. Alternatively, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more. - Page 22 Basics Removing items Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. Creating folders Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps. On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
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Page 23: Managing Panels
Basics Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. - Page 24 Basics Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Enter folder name. and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap , tick the apps, and then tap ADD.
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Page 25: Indicator Icons
Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common. The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen. -
Page 26: Lock Screen
None: Do not set a screen lock method. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. -
Page 27: Notification Panel
Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. - Page 28 Basics Dual SIM models: Launch Settings. Quick setting buttons View more quick setting buttons. Adjust the brightness. Maximise brightness for better visibility in bright conditions. SIM and USIM card feature preferences. Tap to access the SIM card manager. Tap a notification and perform various actions.
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Page 29: Entering Text
Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Enter uppercase. -
Page 30: Copying And Pasting
Basics Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used. : Enter text by voice. Delete a preceding character. Change the voice input settings. Start or pause entering text by voice. -
Page 31: Opening Apps
Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account. - Page 32 Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts.
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Page 33: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device
Basics Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Play Store. - Page 34 Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.
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Page 35: Device And Data Management
Basics Device and data management Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage. -
Page 36: Updating The Device
Download updates manually. Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download and install Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable. -
Page 37: Backing Up And Restoring Data
To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the Auto back up switch to activate it. To restore data using a Samsung account, tap Restore. Current data will be deleted from the device to restore the selected items. -
Page 38: Sharing Features
Basics Sharing features Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image. Tap Share and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and email. -
Page 39: Applications
Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Samsung Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 40: Managing Apps
Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap Settings Applications Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL. DISABLE: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. UNINSTALL: Uninstall downloaded apps. Enabling apps On the Apps screen, tap Settings Applications... -
Page 41: Phone
Applications Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Enter a phone number. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. Single SIM models: Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. -
Page 42: Using Speed Dial
Applications Dual SIM models: Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts Preview the phone number. list. Delete a preceding character. Hide the keypad. Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls. -
Page 43: Receiving Calls
Applications Making an international call to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen. Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Single SIM models: Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then Dual SIM models: Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then or . -
Page 44: Options During Calls
Applications When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be logged in the call log. You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap the Block anonymous calls switch to activate the feature. Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available:... -
Page 45: Contacts
Applications Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating contacts manually Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. and select a storage location. Enter contact information. : Add an image. : Add or delete a contact field. Tap SAVE. -
Page 46: Messages
Applications Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: Scroll up or down the contacts list. Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly. -
Page 47: Sending Messages
Applications Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and enter a message. Single SIM models: Access additional options. Enter recipients. Select contacts from the contacts list. Enter a message. -
Page 48: Viewing Messages
Applications Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. On the messages list, select a contact. View your conversation. Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specific numbers or messages that contain phrases added to your block list. -
Page 49: Internet
Applications Setting the message notification You can change notification sound, display options, and more. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Tap MORE Settings Notifications, and then tap the switch to activate it. Change the notification settings. Notification sound: Change the notification sound. Vibrations: Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages. - Page 50 Applications Browsing webpages Tap Samsung Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. Access additional options.
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Page 51: Email
DISABLE SECRET. Alternatively, close the Internet app. Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Samsung Email for the first time. Tap Samsung Email on the Apps screen. Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. -
Page 52: Camera
Applications Sending emails to compose an email. Add recipients and enter an email text. Tap SEND to send the mail. Reading emails When Email is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve emails, swipe downwards on the screen. Tap an email on the screen to read it. - Page 53 Applications Taking photos or recording videos Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo or tap to record a video. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Current mode Preview thumbnail Hide or show the...
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Page 54: Auto Mode
Applications Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos, launch Camera on the locked screen. On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera from the locked screen while the security features are activated. - Page 55 Applications Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value. On the preview screen, tap MODE Pro. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a photo. : Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. : Select an ISO value.
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Page 56: Camera Settings
Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. Tap MODE Selfie. Face the front camera lens. When the device detects your face, tap the screen to take a photo of yourself. To take a photo using your palm, tap and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it. - Page 57 Applications : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo. : Adjust the slide bar to take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. : Activate or deactivate the flash. Do not use the flash close to your eyes. Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes.
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Page 58: Gallery
Applications Storage location: Select the memory location for storage. Volume keys function: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter or zoom function. Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. Gallery Introduction View and manage photos and videos stored in the device. Viewing images Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. -
Page 59: Viewing Videos
Applications Viewing videos Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. Display your videos. Access additional options. Rewind or Pause and resume fast-forward by playback. dragging the bar. Change screen ratio. -
Page 60: Creating Events
Applications S Planner Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Enter event details. -
Page 61: Voice Recorder
Add account. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, it will appear on the list. Voice Recorder Use this app to record or play voice memos. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Voice Recorder. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. to pause recording. -
Page 62: My Files
Applications My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung My Files. View files by category, or view files stored in the device. To check the status of used and available memory, tap STORAGE USAGE. -
Page 63: Clock
Applications Clock Introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock Alarm. Setting alarms Tap ADD in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap SAVE. -
Page 64: Calculator
Applications Stopwatch On the Apps screen, tap Clock Stopwatch. Tap START to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP. Tap STOP to stop timing. To restart the timing, tap RESUME. To clear lap times, tap RESET. Timer On the Apps screen, tap Clock Timer. -
Page 65: Radio
Applications Radio Listening to the FM radio Tap Samsung Radio on the Apps screen. Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. -
Page 66: Google Apps
Applications Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. - Page 67 Applications Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting.
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Page 68: Introduction
Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. - Page 69 Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.
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Page 70: Bluetooth
Introduction Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. -
Page 71: Sending And Receiving Data
Settings Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image. -
Page 72: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering
Settings Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering. You may incur additional charges when using this feature. -
Page 73: Data Usage
Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. On the Settings screen, tap Data usage. Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. Background data: Prevent apps that are running in the background from using a mobile data connection. -
Page 74: More Connection Settings
Settings More connection settings Options Customise settings to control other features. On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings. Nearby device scanning: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. Printing: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files. -
Page 75: Smart Manager
Settings Printing content While viewing content, such as images or documents, tap Share Print printers, and then select a printer. Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with one tap of your finger. -
Page 76: Managing The Battery
Settings Battery On the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager Battery. Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features. The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. -
Page 77: Applications
Settings Applications Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. On the Settings screen, tap Applications. Application manager: View and manage the apps on your device. Default applications: Select a default settings for using apps. Application settings: Customise the settings for each app. Sounds and vibrations Change settings for various sounds on the device. -
Page 78: Notifications
Settings Notifications Change the notification settings for each app. On the Settings screen, tap Notifications. To customise notification settings, tap ADVANCED and select an app. Allow notifications: Allow notifications from the selected app. Set as priority: Display notifications at the top of the notification panel and include them in the allowed list when Do not disturb is activated. -
Page 79: Advanced Features
Settings Icon frames: Set whether to display shaded backgrounds to make icons stand out. Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. Screensaver: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging or connected to a dock. -
Page 80: Lock Screen And Security
Secure lock settings: Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method. Find My Mobile: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. Unknown sources: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources. -
Page 81: Privacy
Setting app permissions for more information. Report diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. Accessibility Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. Vision: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users. -
Page 82: Accounts
On the Settings screen, tap Google. Samsung Cloud You can manage the content that you want to store securely in Samsung Cloud. Check the usage status of your Samsung Cloud storage, and sync, back up, and restore your data. On the Settings screen, tap Samsung Cloud. -
Page 83: Sync Settings
Customise the sync settings of your data, such as contacts, calendar events, images, and videos. Backup and restore Back up your application data and device settings to Samsung Cloud, and restore them when needed. Refer to Backing up and restoring data for more information. -
Page 84: Language And Input
Language: Select a display language for all menus and apps. Default keyboard: Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard: Change the Samsung keyboard settings. Google voice typing: Change the voice input settings. Text-to-speech: Change the text-to-speech settings. -
Page 85: Storage
Settings Storage View memory information for your device. On the Settings screen, tap Storage. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you update the device. -
Page 86: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device. - Page 87 Ensure that your device software is updated to the latest version. If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
- Page 88 Appendix Calls are not connected Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number. Others cannot hear you speaking on a call Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.
- Page 89 This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
- Page 90 Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
- Page 91 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
- Page 92 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.