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English (HK). 10/2014. Rev.1.2
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  • Page 1 SM-G5308W User Manual English (HK). 10/2014. Rev.1.2 www.samsung.com/hk...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read me first Network connectivity Mobile data Wi-Fi Getting started Tethering and Mobile hotspot Internet Package contents Device layout Using the SIM or USIM card and Personalising battery Using a memory card Managing the Home and Apps screens Turning the device on and off Setting wallpaper and ringtones Locking and unlocking the screen...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Messages & email Connecting with other devices Messages Email Bluetooth Wi-Fi Direct Camera Screen Mirroring Basic shooting Mobile printing Shooting modes Camera settings Device & data manager Upgrading the device Gallery Transferring files between the device and a computer Viewing photos or videos Backing up and restoring data Editing photos...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Accessibility 107 About Accessibility 108 Using the Home button to open accessibility menus 108 Voice feedback (TalkBack) 118 Changing the font size 118 Magnifying the screen 118 Turning off all sounds 119 Caption settings 119 Mono audio 119 Adjusting the sound balance 120 Setting tap and hold delay options 120 Answering or ending calls...

  • Page 5: Read Me First

    • D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.
  • Page 6 Read me first Instructional icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 8: Device Layout

    Getting started Device layout Proximity sensor Earpiece Front camera Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Recent apps button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack Flash Rear camera GPS antenna Back cover Volume button Speaker NFC antenna (on the battery) Main antenna...
  • Page 9 • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

  • Page 10: Using The Sim Or Usim Card And

    Getting started Using the SIM or USIM card and battery Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • O nly microSIM cards work with the device. •...
  • Page 11 SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se 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 12 Replace the back cover. • E nsure that the back cover is closed tightly. • U se only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device. Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover.
  • Page 13 Getting started Using dual SIM or USIM cards 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. Drag one or both of the switches for the SIM or USIM cards to the right.
  • Page 14 Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the battery by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
  • Page 15 • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

  • Page 16: Using A Memory Card

    Getting started Using a memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • S ome 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 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 can damage 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: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on- screen instructions to set up your device.

  • Page 19: Locking And Unlocking The Screen

    Getting started Locking and unlocking the screen Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. To unlock the screen, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area.

  • Page 20: Basics

    Basics Using the touch screen • D o not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • T o avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 21 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. 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.
  • Page 22 Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

  • Page 23: Home Screen Layout

    Basics Home screen layout 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. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 24 Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.
  • Page 25 Basics Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Apps screen, refer to Managing the Apps screen.
  • Page 26 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 27: Notifications Panel

    Basics Icon Meaning Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Notifications panel Using the notifications 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 notifications panel and view the details.
  • Page 28 Basics You can use the following functions on the notifications panel. Launch Settings. Activate or deactivate options. Tap and hold a button to view more detailed settings. Adjust the brightness. Select a SIM or USIM card. Tap a notification and perform Clear all notifications.

  • Page 29: Opening Apps

    To close all running apps, tap → Installing or uninstalling apps Samsung GALAXY Apps Use this app to purchase and download apps. Tap GALAXY Apps on the Apps screen.
  • Page 30 Basics Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword. Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap Free. To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the button that shows the app’s price. →...

  • Page 31: Entering Text

    Basics Enabling apps On the Apps screen, tap → Show disabled apps, select apps, and then tap Done. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Application manager, scroll to DISABLED, select an app, and then tap Enable. • H iding apps: Hide apps in the Apps screen only. You can continue to use hidden apps.
  • Page 32 Basics Changing the input language → Select input languages, and then select the languages to use. Tap the input language key to switch between the input languages. Changing the keyboard layout , select a language under INPUT LANGUAGES, and then select a keyboard layout to use.

  • Page 33: Screen Capture

    Basics • : Enter text by voice. Change the language. Open the keyboard. Start or pause entering text by voice. • : Change the keyboard settings. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Tap Copy or Cut.

  • Page 34: My Files

    Basics My Files About My Files Use this app to access various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud storage services. Tap My Files on the Apps screen. Search for files or folders. View storage information. Access additional options.
  • Page 35 Basics Viewing files Tap My Files on the Apps screen. Select a folder to open it. To go up a level in the directory, tap . To return to the My Files main screen, tap Select a folder, tap , and then use the following options: •...

  • Page 36: Power Saving Feature

    Basics Power saving feature Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following: • R estricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only. •...

  • Page 37: Network Connectivity

    Network connectivity Mobile data Connect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usage for additional options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Data usage → a SIM or USIM card, and then tick Mobile data.

  • Page 38: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot

    Network connectivity Tethering and Mobile hotspot About tethering and mobile hotspots Use this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers and other devices if an Internet connection is unavailable. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth.
  • Page 39 Network connectivity Using USB tethering Share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Tethering and Mobile hotspot. Connect your device to the computer via the USB cable. Tick USB tethering. appears on the status bar when the two devices are connected.

  • Page 40: Internet

    Network connectivity Internet Browsing webpages Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. To change the search engine, tap the search engine icon next to the web address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To search the web by voice, tap . To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
  • Page 41 Network connectivity Setting the homepage Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap → Settings → General → Set homepage, and then select one of the following: • C urrent page: Set the current webpage as your homepage. • B lank page: Set a blank webpage as your homepage. •...

  • Page 42: Personalising

    Personalising Managing the Home and Apps screens Managing the Home screen Adding items Tap and hold an app from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen. To add widgets, open the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Widgets, tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.
  • Page 43 Personalising Managing folders To rename a folder, select a folder, and then tap the existing folder name. Enter a new name for the folder and tap Done. To change the colour of a folder, select a folder, tap , and then select a colour. To move more apps to a folder, tap and hold an app, and then drag it to the folder.

  • Page 44: Setting Wallpaper And Ringtones

    Personalising Moving items On the Apps screen, tap → Edit. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item to a new panel, drag it to Create page that appears at the top of the screen. Setting wallpaper and ringtones Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the locked...

  • Page 45: Changing The Screen Lock Method

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock, and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.

  • Page 46: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device

    You can transfer data of the previous device to a new device via Smart Switch. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for more information. Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers. Using Smart Switch Mobile Use this app to transfer data from your previous iPhone or Android device to your new device.

  • Page 47: Setting Up Accounts

    Using Samsung Kies Import a backup of your data from your computer via Samsung Kies to restore data on your device. You can also back up data to the computer via Samsung Kies. Refer to...

  • Page 48: Phone

    Phone Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call. You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in Logs, Favourites, and Contacts. View call and message logs. View favourite contacts.
  • Page 49 Phone Making calls from the favourites list You can easily call contacts that you communicate with frequently by adding them to the favourite contacts list. To add contacts to the favourites list, tap Contacts, select a contact, and then tap To make a call to a favourite contact, tap Favourites and select a contact.

  • Page 50: Receiving Calls

    Phone Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is activated, another call can be answered. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

  • Page 51: Options During Calls

    Phone Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available: • A dd call: Dial a second call. • K eypad: Open the keypad. • E nd call: End the current call. • S peaker: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, speak into the microphone at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears.

  • Page 52: Contacts

    Contacts Adding contacts Moving contacts from other devices You can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from your previous device for more information. Creating contacts manually On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. and enter contact information.

  • Page 53: Managing Contacts

    Contacts Managing contacts Editing a contact On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. Select a contact to edit and tap Edit the contact information or tap Add another field to add more contact information. Tap Save. Deleting a contact Select a contact to delete and tap →...
  • Page 54 Contacts Importing and exporting contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. Tap → Settings → Contacts → Import/export, and then select an import or export option. Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts →...

  • Page 55: Messages & Email

    Messages & email Messages Sending messages Send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options.

  • Page 56: Messages Email

    Messages & email While composing a message, tap to use one of the following options: • I nsert smiley: Enter emoticons. • A dd subject: Enter a subject. • A dd slide: Add message slides. • S chedule message: Set a specified time and date for a message to be sent. •...
  • Page 57 Messages & email • A dd slide: Add message slides. • S chedule message: Set a specified time and date from a message to be sent. • A dd to spam numbers / Remove from spam numbers: Identify a phone number as spam or remove a phone number from the spam list.
  • Page 58 Messages & email Sending emails Tap Email on the Apps screen. at the bottom of the screen to compose a message. Save the message for later Discard the message. delivery. Attach images, videos and Send the message. others. Access additional options. Add recipients.
  • Page 59 Messages & email Reading emails Tap Email on the Apps screen. Tap , select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap Tap a message to read. Delete the message. Access additional options. Add this email address to the contacts list or view other options.

  • Page 60: Camera

    Camera Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo or tap to record a video. • S pread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. •...
  • Page 61 Camera • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. • M ake sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions. Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos of special moments, launch Camera on the locked screen.

  • Page 62: Shooting Modes

    Camera Shooting modes Auto Use this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Auto. Beauty face Use this mode to take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. On the Apps screen, tap Camera →...

  • Page 63: Camera Settings

    Camera Continuous shot Use this mode to take a series of photos of moving subjects. On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Continuous shot. Tap and hold to take several photos continuously. Night Use this mode to take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash. On the Apps screen, tap Camera →...
  • Page 64 Camera • M etering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene. •...

  • Page 65: Gallery

    Gallery Viewing photos or videos Viewing content on the device On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To hide or show the menu bar and the preview thumbnails, tap the screen. Send the image to others.
  • Page 66 Gallery Changing the sorting method On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → , and then select a sorting method. Accessing additional options On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video. Tap and use the following options.

  • Page 67: Editing Photos

    Gallery Editing photos Edit images by applying various effects. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. To use this feature, you need to download and install the required app. While viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • R otate: Rotate the image. •...

  • Page 68: Multimedia

    Multimedia Video Playing videos Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Change screen ratio. Adjust the volume. Access additional options. Move forwards or Pause and resume backwards by playback. dragging the bar. Skip to the previous Skip to the next video.

  • Page 69: Useful Apps And Features

    Useful apps and features S Planner Starting S Planner Use this app to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. Change the view mode. Access additional options. Go to today's date. Create events or tasks. Tap and use the following: •...
  • Page 70 Useful apps and features Creating events or tasks Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. . Alternatively, select a date with no events or tasks in it and tap the date again. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Select either event or task and enter details.

  • Page 71: Calculator

    Useful apps and features Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap → Sync. To add accounts to sync with, tap → Calendars → Add account. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in.

  • Page 72: Clock

    Useful apps and features Clock Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm. Setting alarms 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. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap next to the alarm in the alarms list.
  • Page 73 Useful apps and features World clock On the Apps screen, tap Clock → World clock. Creating clocks and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. Deleting clocks Tap → Delete, select clocks, and then tap Done. Stopwatch On the Apps screen, tap Clock →...

  • Page 74: Memo

    Useful apps and features Memo Use this app to create memos and organise them by category. Tap Memo on the Apps screen. Composing memos on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: •...

  • Page 75: Voice Recorder

    • S elect: Select memos to apply options. • D elete: Delete memos. • A ccount: Sync memos with your Samsung account. While viewing a memo, tap and use the following options: • D elete: Delete the memo.

  • Page 76: Google Apps

    Useful apps and features Playing voice memos Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen. and select a voice memo to play. • / : Pause or resume playback. • / : Skip to the previous or next voice memo. Managing voice memos On the Apps screen, tap Voice Recorder →...
  • Page 77 Useful apps and features Maps Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places. YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase.
  • Page 78 Useful apps and features Play Games Download games from Play Store and play them with others. Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. Photos Manage photos, albums, and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to Google+.

  • Page 79: Connecting With Other Devices

    SIG, may be incompatible with your device. • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.
  • Page 80 Connecting with other devices Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activate it, and then tap Scan. The detected devices are listed. To set the device as visible to other devices, tap the device name. Select a device to pair with.

  • Page 81: Wi-Fi Direct

    Connecting with other devices Receiving an image When another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received image is saved in the Gallery → Download folder. Unpairing Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth. The device displays the paired devices in the list.
  • Page 82 Connecting with other devices Sending and receiving data You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Sending an image On the Apps screen, tap Gallery. Select an image.

  • Page 83: Nfc

    Connecting with other devices About NFC Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna.
  • Page 84 Connecting with other devices Making a purchase with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service provider.

  • Page 85: Screen Mirroring

    Connecting with other devices Screen Mirroring About Screen Mirroring Use this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share your contents. You can also use this feature with other devices that support the Wi-Fi Miracast feature.
  • Page 86 Connecting with other devices Viewing content on a TV Before you connect a TV to your device, connect the TV and the screen mirroring-enabled device. To set up the connection, refer to the device’s user manual. The following actions are an example of viewing content on a TV connected via an AllShare Cast dongle.

  • Page 87: Mobile Printing

    Connecting with other devices Mobile printing Connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...

  • Page 88: Device & Data Manager

    Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information about how to upgrade.

  • Page 89: Transferring Files Between The Device And A Computer

    Device & data manager Transferring files between the device and a computer 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 90: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    Device & data manager Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer app that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 91: Performing A Data Reset

    Device & data manager Performing a data reset Delete all settings and data on the device. Before performing a factory data reset, ensure you back up all important data stored on the device. Refer to Backing up and restoring data more information.

  • Page 92: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. WIRELESS AND NETWORKS Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 93 Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. Tap → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. Tap →...
  • Page 94 Settings Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. On the Settings screen, tap Flight mode. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. On the Settings screen, tap Data usage.
  • Page 95 Settings Screen Mirroring Activate the screen mirroring feature and share your display with others. On the Settings screen, tap Screen Mirroring. SIM card manager Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. • V oice call: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls. •...

  • Page 96: Device

    Settings Mobile networks • M obile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • A ccess Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). •...
  • Page 97 Settings Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sound. • V olume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • R ingtones: Add or select a ringtone for incoming calls. •...
  • Page 98 Settings • N otification panel: – Application notifications: Change the notification method for each app. – Brightness adjustment: Set the device to display the brightness adjustment bar on the notifications panel. – Set the quick setting buttons: Rearrange the quick setting buttons displayed on the notifications panel.
  • Page 99 Settings • A dditional settings: – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – Auto area code: Set the device to automatically insert a prefix (area or country code) before a phone number.
  • Page 100 Settings Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. On the Settings screen, tap Storage. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. 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.

  • Page 101: Personal

    • R emote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – ACCOUNT REGISTRATION: Add or view your Samsung account.
  • Page 102 Settings • G o to website: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device from the Find my mobile website. • S et up SIM card lock: – Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.
  • Page 103 • C haracter preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • H andwriting setting: Customise settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, or pen colour. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. • V ersion: View version information.
  • Page 104 Settings Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap • C hoose input languages: Select languages for text input. • B lock offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs. •...

  • Page 105: Accounts

    Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server. •...
  • Page 106 Settings • S elect time zone: Set the home time zone. • U se 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. • S elect date format: Select a date format. Accessibility Use this feature to improve accessibility to the device. Refer to About Accessibility for more information.

  • Page 107: About Accessibility

    Accessibility About Accessibility Accessibility menus are special features for those with certain physical disabilities, such as poor eyesight or hearing impairment. Using the Home button to open accessibility menus Voice feedback (TalkBack) Changing the font size Magnifying the screen Turning off all sounds Caption settings Adjusting the sound balance Mono audio...

  • Page 108: Using The Home Button To Open Accessibility Menus

    Accessibility Using the Home button to open accessibility menus You can access the following accessibility menus by pressing the Home button three times quickly. • A ccessibility • T alkBack On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Direct access, and then tap the Direct access switch to activate it.
  • Page 109 Accessibility When you activate TalkBack, the device provides voice feedback and reads aloud the features you select. Also, the device provides voice feedback when the screen turns off, when you have new notifications, and more. When you activate Explore by touch while using TalkBack, the device reads selected items aloud.
  • Page 110 Accessibility • S electing the previous item: Scroll quickly upwards or to the left on the screen with one finger. • S electing the next item: Scroll quickly downwards or to the right on the screen with one finger.
  • Page 111 Accessibility Configuring settings for shortcut gestures Use this feature to configure eight shortcut gestures. You can configure gestures such as, dragging your finger upwards and then to the right without releasing it, and more. You can change shortcut gestures or assign features to empty shortcuts. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 112 Accessibility Changing reading units When you use TalkBack, you can listen to the text on the screen. You can drag your finger up, down, left, or right to select the text you want. By default, the device reads text aloud in the selected area.
  • Page 113 Accessibility Pausing TalkBack Open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it. When you select Pause feedback at the top left of the screen, TalkBack pauses. When TalkBack is paused, you can resume it by turning on the screen or other methods. To change the method of resuming TalkBack, open the Apps screen and tap Settings →...
  • Page 114 Accessibility Configuring settings for TalkBack Configure settings for TalkBack for your convenience. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → TalkBack → Settings. Alternatively, open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it.
  • Page 115 Accessibility • E xplore by touch: Set the device to read aloud the items under your finger. Move your finger anywhere on the screen to find the item you want. When you hear the item you want, release your finger from it and tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly to open it.
  • Page 116 Accessibility Setting text-to-speech features Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when TalkBack is activated, such as languages, speed, and more. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Text-to-speech options, and then use the following functions: • P REFERRED TTS ENGINE: Select an engine for the text-to-speech feature. •...
  • Page 117 Accessibility Changing the input language To add input languages, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Language and input. next to Samsung Chinese IME → Select input languages and select the Then, tap languages to use. To change the input language, tap the language key.

  • Page 118: Changing The Font Size

    Accessibility Changing the font size Use this feature to change the font size. The device provides various font sizes to make the device more convenient for visually impaired users. Setting the font size to Huge may not be available in some apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...

  • Page 119: Caption Settings

    Accessibility Caption settings On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Google subtitles (CC), and then tap the Google subtitles (CC) switch to activate it. Use the following options: • L anguage: Select a display language for the caption. •...

  • Page 120: Setting Tap And Hold Delay Options

    Accessibility Setting tap and hold delay options Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Tap and hold delay, and then select an option. Answering or ending calls Change the method of answering or ending calls. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...

  • Page 121: Using Other Useful Features

    Accessibility Using other useful features • S earching by voice: Use voice commands to search for webpage content. Use this feature when you are on the move and cannot use your hands to enter text. • U sing the notifications panel: Drag the status bar downwards to open the notifications panel.
  • Page 122 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: •...
  • Page 123 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
  • Page 124 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Charge the battery or replace it if the battery is user-replaceable. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly.
  • Page 125 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 126 • I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 127 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 128 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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