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  • Page 1 GT-N7000 user manual...
  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Content in this user manual may differ from the product, or ● from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to www.samsung.com for the latest version of the user manual. Available features and additional services may vary by ●...
  • Page 3 Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    Samsung Electronics. p. 12 (represents “see page 12”) Using this manual...
  • Page 5 Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ● trademarks of Samsung Electronics. The Android logo, Google ● ™ Mail , YouTube are trademarks of Google, Inc. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, ● Inc. worldwide.
  • Page 6 ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX ® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com Certified for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ... 12 Unpack ... 12 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 12 Charge the battery ... 14 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 16 Getting started ... 19 Turn your device on and off ... 19 Get to know your device ...
  • Page 8 Use S Planner ... 64 Use Voice talk ... 66 Communication ... 68 Calling ... 68 Messaging ... 74 Google Mail ... 77 Email ... 79 Talk ... 81 Messenger ... 82 Google+ ... 82 Social Hub ... 82 Entertainment ... 83 Camera ...
  • Page 9 Internet ... 125 Maps ... 128 Latitude ... 130 Places ... 130 Navigation ... 131 YouTube ... 132 Samsung Apps ... 133 S choice ... 133 Play Shop ... 134 Readers Hub ... 134 News & Weather ... 135 Connectivity ... 136 Bluetooth ...
  • Page 10 Mini diary ... 155 My files ... 156 Polaris Office ... 157 SIM Toolkit ... 158 Task Manager ... 159 Voice talk ... 159 Settings ... 160 Access the Settings menu ... 160 Wi-Fi ... 160 Bluetooth ... 160 Data usage ... 160 More...
  • Page 11 One-handed operation ... 175 Date and time ... 175 Accessibility ... 176 Motion ... 177 Developer options ... 177 About phone ... 178 Troubleshooting ... 179 Safety precautions ... 185 Index ... 196 Contents...
  • Page 12: Assembling

    ● Battery ● Quick start guide ● Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available ● accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 13 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and select Power off → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    Insert the battery. Replace the back cover. Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unapproved chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your device. Assembling...
  • Page 15 You can charge the battery faster with the supplied ● travel adapter. When your battery is low, the device will emit a ● warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty. If the battery level becomes too low, the device will automatically power off.
  • Page 16: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    If your device is not charging properly, take your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the electrical socket.
  • Page 17 Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 18: Remove The Memory Card

    › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. In Idle mode, select → Unmount SD card Remove the back cover and battery. Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device.
  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you are turning on your device for the first time, follow the on- screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key, and then select Power off Follow all posted warnings and directions from...
  • Page 20: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Mouthpiece Earpiece Home key Menu key Multifunction jack 1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos. Getting started Light sensor Proximity sensor Front camera lens Power/Reset/ Lock key Touch screen Back key Mouthpiece...
  • Page 21: Key Function

    Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera lens Speaker S Pen slot › Keys Power/ Reset Lock Menu 2. Do not touch the antenna area or cover this area with your hands or other objects while using wireless functions. 3. If your device experiences fatal errors, hanging, or freezing, you may need to reset the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 22: Indicator Icons

    Home Back Volume Adjust the device volume. › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition No signal Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected AllShare in progress Open WLANs available WLAN connected...
  • Page 23 Icon Definition Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated Call in progress Call on hold Speakerphone activated Missed call Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated WLAN hotspot activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated...
  • Page 24: Use The S Pen And The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Flight mode activated Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio playing in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time Use the S Pen and the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions.
  • Page 25 ● Samsung retailer. If your S Pen is not working properly, take it to a ● Samsung Service Centre. For best results, keep the S Pen mostly perpendicular ● to the touch screen and avoid using it at sharp angles.
  • Page 26: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations. To lock, press the Power key. To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing the Power key or the Home key, tap anywhere on the screen, and then drag You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent others from using or accessing your personal data and...
  • Page 27: Move Items On The Idle Screen

    › Move items on the idle screen Tap and hold an item. Drag the item to a new location. › Remove items from the idle screen Tap and hold an item. The rubbish bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. Drag the item to the rubbish bin.
  • Page 28: Access Applications

    › Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove idle screen panels to organise widgets. In Idle mode, press [ You can also place two fingers on the screen and pinch them together to switch to Edit mode. Add, remove, or reorganise panels: To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail image ●...
  • Page 29 Select an application. When you use applications provided by Google, you ● must have a Google account. You can add an application shortcut by tapping and ● holding the appropriate icon from the application list. You can move shortcut icons to any location on the idle screen.
  • Page 30: Access Recent Applications

    To add a folder or panel to the idle screen, In the application list, press [ Tap and hold an application icon. Drag the application icon to the bottom of the screen. Add Folder or Add Page to the idle screen. Drag A new folder or panel containing the applications is added to the idle screen.
  • Page 31: Customise Your Device

    › Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device, so can run more than one application at the same time. However, heavy multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs with the task manager. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Manager →...
  • Page 32: Change Your Ringtone

    If you selected a live wallpaper, select Set wallpaper. If you selected a wallpaper image, select Set wallpaper Save. Samsung is not responsible for any misuse of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. › Adjust the brightness of the display...
  • Page 33 If you forget your unlock code, take your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of security ● codes or private information, or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 34: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Set an unlock password In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Security → Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue. Enter the password again and select Set a face detection unlock In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 35: Activate The Find My Mobile Feature

    Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account to control the device remotely via the web. In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 36: Enter Text

    Enter text You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you must change the writing language to one of the supported languages.
  • Page 37 Lift your finger. When the device recognises the correct word, select to insert a space. If the device does not recognise the word, select an alternative word from the list that appears. Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text. You can also tap the keys to enter text. ●...
  • Page 38: Enter Text With The Samsung Keypad

    Number Function Enter text by voice. Insert a space. › Enter text with the Samsung keypad Portrait keyboard types and select a text → Select input method (QWERTY or a traditional keypad). Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on the screen.
  • Page 39: Copy And Paste Text

    Access the keypad settings; Change the keyboard type (tap and hold). Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. Clear your input. Start a new line. Switch to Handwriting mode.
  • Page 40: Download Applications From Play Shop

    Download applications from Play Shop Your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications for the Android platform. Play Shop provides a quick and easy way to shop for games and mobile applications. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ●...
  • Page 41: Download Files From The Web

    Download files from the web Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device. To reduce your risk, only download files from sources you trust. Some media files include Digital Rights Management to protect copyrights. This protection may prevent you from downloading, copying, modifying, or transferring some files.
  • Page 42: Synchronise Data Manually

    › Set up a server account In Idle mode, open the application list and select Accounts and sync. → Add account Select Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. › Activate automatic sync In Idle mode, open the application list and select Accounts and sync.
  • Page 43: Using Special Features

    Using special features Your device can be used as a powerful notepad, thanks to multiple features that help you input text, capture drawings, and use motion controls or voice commands. Learn basic S Pen actions Your device is supplied with a specialised S Pen. To perform the following actions, first remove the S Pen from the slot at the bottom of your device.
  • Page 44: Learn Advanced S Pen Actions

    Learn advanced S Pen actions Press and hold the button on the side of the S Pen to perform the following actions: Back Drag the S Pen to the left to return to the previous screen. Menu Drag the S Pen up to open a list of options available on the current screen.
  • Page 45: Learn Motions

    Learn motions Built-in motion recognition provides you with enhanced controls. You can perform actions by moving your device or performing gestures with your hands. To use some of these functions, you must first activate the motion recognition feature. In Idle mode, open the application list, and then select Settings Motion activation.
  • Page 46 Double-tap While using Voice talk, begin voice recognition by tapping the device twice quickly. Tilt While holding the device with two hands, tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Using special features...
  • Page 47 Hand swipe Swipe your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image will be saved to the clipboard and in My Files Pictures → Screenshots. You cannot capture a screenshot while using some features. Palm touch Touch the screen with your palm to pause media playback or mute the radio.
  • Page 48 Tap and twist Tap and hold a point on the screen and then twist it to rotate an image. Tap and hold an item on the screen, and then pan the device to the left or right to move the item to another page on the idle screen or application list.
  • Page 49: Use Handwriting Mode

    Place the device face down to mute ringtones, pause media playback, or turn off the FM radio (when using the speaker). Use Handwriting mode From the Samsung keypad, you can switch to Handwriting mode to enter text more easily. To switch to Handwriting mode, select...
  • Page 50 You can use a variety of gestures in Handwriting mode to edit text. For more information about gestures, select Handwriting settings To switch to the Samsung keypad, select › Pen detection Your device can detect inputs from the S Pen. When you tap the field with the S Pen, the device will open the handwriting panel.
  • Page 51 Write characters upright (do not slant). ● E.g. Recognised E.g. Not recognised Do not write characters on top of one another. ● E.g. Recognised E.g. Not recognised Most of the languages can recognise not only individual ● characters but characters written together that make up words.
  • Page 52 Languages that support words and phrases: English UK, English US, Čeština, Български, Dansk, Deutsch, Ελληνικά, Español, Eesti, Suomi, Français, Hrvatski, Magyar, íslenska, Italiano, Қазақ, Latviešu, Norsk, Nederlands, Polski, Português, Română, Русский, Slovenčina, Slovenščina, Srpski, Svenska, Türkçe, Українська Supporting recognition of individual characters Supporting recognition of words and phrases In some languages, cursive writing can be recognised.
  • Page 53 E.g. A language that supports cursive writing: English E.g. A language that does not support cursive writing: 한국어 When writing more than one line, make sure you leave ● enough space. E.g. Recognised E.g. Not recognised Using special features...
  • Page 54: Use S Memo

    Use S Memo With S Memo, you can create memos with enriched content by drawing sketches or adding photos or sound clips. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show again, and then select Done.
  • Page 55 To change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour, double-tap . Number Function Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Open to view more colour or change the shade of colour. Changing the colour shade is available when you select the highlighter.
  • Page 56 Add a photo or sound clip. Add a photo or text. To add a page, select ● You can also change the background image of the ● memo. Press [ To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ●...
  • Page 57: Use S Note

    Use S Note With S Note, you can create notes by inserting various multimedia contents into notes and add a note shortcut to the idle screen. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Select a template. Enter text or draw a sketch. Draw a sketch;...
  • Page 58 Add a photo or sound clip. Add a multimedia file, such as text, a photo, or a sound clip. To add a page, select ● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ● them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together.
  • Page 59 › Change the pen or text attributes While creating a note, you can change following attributes: To change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour, ● double-tap Number Function Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Open to view more colour or change the shade of colour.
  • Page 60 Number Function Select an option. View or change the current attributes. Change the text colour. › Tutorial for handwritten formulas and figures Write a formula on a single line. If you write a long formula ● or a formula on more than one line, the device will convert the formula incorrectly.
  • Page 61 Unclosed parenthesis or missing figure in the square root ● will temporarily result in incorrect formula conversion. The formula will be complete when you finish writing the formula. Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Using special features...
  • Page 62 When you draw an arrow, draw the body of the arrow first. ● Incorrect Correct When you draw the head of an arrow, draw it in one stroke. ● Incorrect Correct Using special features...
  • Page 63: Use The Quick Memo Pad

    Use the quick memo pad From any screen, you can create a quick memo of text and sketches. While pressing the S Pen button, double-tap the screen to open the quick memo pad. Enter text or draw a sketch. Redo your last action. Erase your text or sketch;...
  • Page 64: Use S Planner

    Use S Planner Your device provides you with a powerful planner to help you organise your schedules and tasks more conveniently and effectively. You can create and view events, add items, and change view modes. To launch S Planner, in Idle mode, open the application list, and then select S Planner.
  • Page 65: Create An Event Or Task

    › Create an event or task The tasks and notes you create cannot be synchronised with Google Calendar To create an event, In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner → If alert messages about the calendar sync appear, select Done.
  • Page 66: Use Voice Talk

    Quick add, and then enter details. Select When you are finished, select The device will automatically classify the details in the text and enter them into the corresponding fields. For more information about changing view mode or viewing events or tasks, see page 113. ›...
  • Page 67: Use Voice Commands

    Access help information. › Learn voice commands To view available voice commands, select under What can I say? › Use voice commands From the Voice Talk screen, do one of the following: Select a category to view the available commands. ●...
  • Page 68: Communication

    Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. › Make or answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end, or reject calls.
  • Page 69: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, drag To mute the ringtone, press the Volume key while the device is ringing. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, drag To send a message when you reject an incoming call, select Reject call with message.
  • Page 70: Use Options During A Voice Call

    › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options during a voice call: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select ● To dial a second call, select ●...
  • Page 71: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: To switch between the front and rear camera lens, select ● Switch Camera. To turn off the mouthpiece so that the other party cannot ●...
  • Page 72 › Use additional features You can use other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and create auto reject lists, In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 73: Set Call Forwarding

    Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK. FDN list and add contacts to be used in FDN mode. Select Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area.
  • Page 74: Messaging

    Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature is available only for voice calls. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Call →...
  • Page 75: Send A Text Message

    › Send a text message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging. Select Add recipients: Enter phone numbers manually and separate them with ● a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers from your call and contact lists ●...
  • Page 76: Listen To Voice Mail Messages

    Tap to enter message and enter your message Select text. To insert emoticons, press [ Select and add an item. You can select a file, sketch memo, event, location, or contact from the file list or create a new photo, video, sound, or sketch memo.
  • Page 77: Google Mail

    Google Mail You can retrieve new email messages from the Google ™ Mail webmail service to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screen appears. The total number of unread messages appears in the title bar and unread messages appear in bold type.
  • Page 78: Organise Email By Labels

    From the message view, use the following options: Available options may vary depending on the account. To reply to the message, select ● To reply to the message and include all recipients, select ● → Reply all. To forward the message to other people, select ●...
  • Page 79: Email

    Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account. › Set up an email account In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email. Enter your email address and password. Next (for general email accounts, such as Google Select Mail and Yahoo) or Manual setup (for other company email accounts).
  • Page 80: View An Email Message

    Select the text input field to enter your email text. Select and attach a file. You can select a file, sketch memo, or event from the file list or create a new photo, video, sound, or sketch memo. You cannot attach Digital Rights Management (DRM)- protected files.
  • Page 81: Talk

    Talk Learn to chat with friends and family with the Google Talk instant messaging service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Add friends to your friend list In Idle mode, open the application list and select The friend list shows all of your messaging contacts at a glance.
  • Page 82: Messenger

    Messenger Learn to send and receive instant messages to friends and family with the Google+ messenger instant messaging service. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messenger. If you are launching this application for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
  • Page 83: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 3264 x 2448 pixels (8 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 pixels. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ●...
  • Page 84 Number Function Change the camera settings. Open the image viewer to view photos you captured. Use camera shortcuts. ● ● You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. View the default storage location. Switch to the camcorder. Capture a photo. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out.
  • Page 85 After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right. ● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ● them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. To send a photo to others, select ●...
  • Page 86: Capture A Photo In Self Shot Mode

    › Capture a photo in Self shot mode You can take photos of yourself conveniently with the front camera lens. In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Self portrait. Select Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo.
  • Page 87: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    › Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos with Panorama shooting mode. This mode is convenient for photographing landscapes. In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Shooting mode Select Make any necessary adjustments.
  • Page 88: Capture A Photo Of Action

    › Capture a photo of action You can capture shots of a moving subject and then combine them into a single photo that shows the action. In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. →...
  • Page 89: Customise Camera Settings

    › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select options: Option Edit shortcuts Self portrait Flash Shooting mode Scene mode Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Focus mode Timer Effects Resolution White balance to access the following Function Edit shortcuts to frequently-used options. Switch between the front and rear camera lenses.
  • Page 90 Option Function Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Outdoor Activate Outdoor visibility to select an visibility appropriate lighting condition. Reduce blur caused by the device's Anti-shake vibration or movement. Automatically adjust contrast between Auto contrast your subject and the background. Set the camera to alert you when people Blink detection close their eyes.
  • Page 91: Record A Video

    › Record a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to the camcorder to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments.
  • Page 92 Number Function Check the camcorder status. ● ● Switch to the camera. Record a video. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart to zoom in (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).
  • Page 93: Customise Camcorder Settings

    › Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video, select options: Option Edit shortcuts Flash Recording mode Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Timer Effects Resolution White balance Outdoor visibility Video quality Guidelines Save as flipped Storage Reset to access the following Function Edit shortcuts to frequently used options.
  • Page 94: Video Player

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently-used options. From the preview screen, select → Edit shortcuts. press [ Tap and hold an icon from the option list and drag it to the shortcut area. To remove shortcuts, tap and hold an icon and drag it to the option list.
  • Page 95: Gallery

    In Idle mode, open the application list and select player. Select a video to play. Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Change the ratio of the video screen. Play the video on other DLNA-enabled devices. Restart playback; Skip backward (tap within 2 seconds);...
  • Page 96: View A Photo

    Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX ● Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts will be decremented. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device.
  • Page 97: Play A Video

    : Copy a photo file. Print : Print a photo via a USB connection or a WLAN connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Edit : Edit a photo. Crop : Crop an image from a photo.
  • Page 98: Photo Editor

    Photo editor You can edit photos and apply various effects. In Idle mode, open the application list and select editor. Select picture Select To take a new photo, select Capture picture. → New selection Select To add to or subtract from the selection border, select ●...
  • Page 99: Video Maker

    Video maker You can edit videos and apply various effects. The video editor supports the following video resolutions: 176 x 144, 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 720 x 480, 1280 x 720. Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX ●...
  • Page 100 Tap and hold a file, and then drag it to the bottom pane of the screen. To add more files, repeat step 7. ● To delete images or videos, tap and hold an item and ● then drag it to the rubbish bin. To rearrange images or videos, tap and hold an item and ●...
  • Page 101: Trim A Segment Of A Video

    › Trim a segment of a video Launch the video editor and add media files. Select Drag an image or video to the red line. Move the start bracket to the point where you want the file to begin. Move the end bracket to the point where you want the file to end.
  • Page 102: Music Player

    › Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the wireless web. ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. ● Receive via Bluetooth. ● Copy to your memory card.
  • Page 103 Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Adjust the volume. Activate Shuffle mode. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). Restart playback; Skip backward (tap within 2 seconds);...
  • Page 104: Create A Playlist

    › Create a playlist In Idle mode, open the application list and select player. Playlists. Select → Create. Press [ Enter a title for your new playlist and select Add music. Select Select the files you want to include and select During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing →...
  • Page 105: Music Hub

    Music Hub You can access the online music store to search for and buy your favourite songs. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show for 90 days, and then select Confirm.
  • Page 106 Select the radio station you want from the all station list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen. Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Record a song from the FM radio. Search for an available radio station. Fine-tune the frequency.
  • Page 107: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. → Scan Press [ The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the all channels list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen.
  • Page 108 › Customise FM radio settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. → Settings. Press [ Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio: Option Background playing Show station Alternative frequency FM auto off Function Set whether or not to run the FM radio in the background while using other applications.
  • Page 109: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. › Create a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.
  • Page 110: Find A Contact

    Enter contact information. Save to add the contact to memory. Select › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Scroll up or down on the contact list. You can also drag your finger along the index on the right side to quickly scroll through the list.
  • Page 111: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Create your namecard In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Select your name at the top of the contact list. Select Enter your own personal details. Save. Select You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
  • Page 112: Import Or Export Contacts

    Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account. Select contacts, and then select To copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.
  • Page 113: S Planner

    S Planner Learn to view and manage your schedules and tasks more effectively with S Planner. › Create an event or task In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner → If alert messages about the calendar sync appear, select Done.
  • Page 114: Week View

    Week view Select ◄ or ► to view other weeks. You can also flick the screen to the left or right. 3days view ◄ or ► to view the previous or next three days. You Select ● can also flick the screen to the left or right. To move an event or task, tap and hold the item, and then ●...
  • Page 115 › View events or tasks In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner. → Search to search for an event or task (if Press [ necessary). To limit the range of your search, select Select a date on the calendar. To select todays’...
  • Page 116: S Memo

    S Memo Learn to create, view, and edit memos with special effects. You can insert various multimedia contents into a memo, such as images, maps, or tags. › Create a memo In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show again, and then select Done.
  • Page 117: Create A Folder

    To lock a memo with a PIN, press [ ● To print a memo, press [ ● compatible only with some Samsung printers. To set a memo as your wallpaper, a widget image, or a caller ● ID image for a contact, press [ ›...
  • Page 118 Edit the memo with the icons on the screen. To change the background colour of the memo, ● → press [ To add a tag, press [ ● To add a memo to the calendar as an event or a task, ●...
  • Page 119: S Note

    › Synchronise memos In Idle mode, open the applications list and select S Memo. → Sync Press [ Select memos to sync To synchronise all memos, select Sync all. Enter your username and password and select Sync now. Select When you synchronise memos with Google Docs, the size of the memo may be reduced and you cannot edit some of the original content.
  • Page 120: Create A Note

    › Create a note In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Select a template. Enter text, draw a sketch, or add a photo or sound clip. For more information about creating a note, see page 57. To add a page, select When you are finished, select To create a note by importing a PDF or image file, In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
  • Page 121: View Notes

    → Set as shortcut. To print the note using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, press ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. or tap the screen. → → Export. Your note will be → Personal information S Note.
  • Page 122 › Edit notes In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a note. To add or change the note cover, tap and hold a note and select Edit cover. Select or tap the screen to switch to the Edit mode. Edit the note with the icons on the screen.
  • Page 123 › Manage notes with folders Create a folder In Idle mode, open the application list and select Create folder. → Press [ Enter a name and select Select the new folder. To create a note, select ● To create sub-folders, press [ ●...
  • Page 124: Voice Recorder

    Voice recorder Learn to operate your device’s voice recorder. › Record a voice memo In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder. Record to start recording. Select Speak into the mouthpiece. When you are finished, select Your memo is saved automatically. To record more voice memos, select ›...
  • Page 125: Web

    Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite webpages. You may incur additional charges for accessing the ● web and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider.
  • Page 126 → To view the download history, press [ ● To print the current webpage via a connected printer, press ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with Samsung printers. To customise the browser settings, press [ ● → Forward.
  • Page 127: Search For Information By Voice

    › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select the URL input field. Select and say a keyword into your device’s mouthpiece. The device searches for information and webpages related with the keyword.
  • Page 128: Maps

    To send the web address (URL) to others, select ● To copy the web address (URL), select ● To delete the bookmark, select ● To set the webpage as your browser’s homepage, select ● as homepage. › Access the recent history In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 129: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    Select the location you want to view details. To view a list of all results for your search, select ● RESULTS LIST. To view your current location, select ● To switch to a compass view of the map that changes ●...
  • Page 130: Latitude

    Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view friends’ locations via the Google Latitude This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select The device automatically joins Latitude. →...
  • Page 131: Navigation

    While viewing information, use the following options: To view the place on the map, select ● To view the route to the place, select ● To view the phone number of the place, select ● Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance.
  • Page 132: Youtube

    YouTube Learn to view and share videos via the YouTube sharing service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Watch videos In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube. Select a video from the list. Control playback with the icons on the screen.
  • Page 133: Samsung Apps

    If you are launching this application for the first time, read the terms and conditions and select Accept. Search for and download applications as desired. S choice Access a list of note applications in Samsung Apps. In Idle mode, open the application list and select S choice. www.samsungapps.com.
  • Page 134: Play Shop

    Play Shop You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from the Play Shop. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Shop. Search for a file and download it to the device. Readers Hub Learn to use the integrated readers hub for accessing various reading materials.
  • Page 135: News & Weather

    News & Weather Learn to view the weather information and read top news and other news articles. › View the weather information In Idle mode, open the application list and select Weather. WEATHER at the top of the screen. Select Your device searches for your current location and displays the weather information.
  • Page 136: Connectivity

    Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
  • Page 137: Send Data Via The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK. Alternatively, select Accept to match the PIN between your device and the device. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.
  • Page 138: Wi-Fi

    Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive Select data from the device. Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder. If you receive a contact, it is automatically saved to the phonebook. Wi-Fi Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n standards.
  • Page 139: Add A Wlan Manually

    › Add a WLAN manually In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wi-Fi Add network. → → Enter the SSID for the network and select the security type. Set the security settings depending on the selected security type. Save.
  • Page 140: Wi-Fi Direct

    › Set the static IP settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wi-Fi. → Select a network, and select the tick box next to advanced options. IP settings drop-down menu. Select the Static. Select Change the IP settings for the access point, such as IP address, Network prefix length, Gateway, and DNS.
  • Page 141: Allshare

    Select an option for sending data via a WLAN. The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Search for and select a WLAN device. › Receive data via a WLAN When you receive data, it is saved to your device automatically.
  • Page 142 Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA feature: Option Device name Share videos Share photos Share music Upload from other devices Default memory Subtitles › Play your files on another DLNA-enabled device In Idle mode, open the application list and select My device.
  • Page 143: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Play files of one device on the other device In Idle mode, open the application list and select Remote device. Select Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices. Select a device as the media server—the one that contains media files. Select a media category and a file.
  • Page 144: Share Your Device's Mobile Network Via Usb

    When you are finished, select From another device, locate your device’s name in the available connection list and connect to the network. Your device shares the mobile network connection on another device. › Share your device’s mobile network via USB Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.
  • Page 145: Gps

    Your device is equipped with a global positioning system (GPS) receiver. Learn to activate location services. To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the following conditions: between buildings, in tunnels or underground passages, or ● inside buildings in poor weather ●...
  • Page 146: Pc Connections

    Developer options, and then clear the tick box next to USB debugging. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website. Samsung Kies will work on both Windows and Macintosh computers.
  • Page 147: Synchronise With Windows Media Player

    Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information. › Synchronise with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. With a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC with Windows Media Player installed.
  • Page 148: Vpn Connections

    When you are finished, select To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and click the option to safely remove the mass storage device. Then remove the USB cable from the PC. Otherwise, you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage it.
  • Page 149 Option IPSec identifier Enter a user name. IPSec pre- shared key IPSec user certificate IPSec CA certificate IPSec server certificate PPP encryption (MPPE) Show advanced options When you are finished, select › Connect to a private network In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 150: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and the desk clock. › Set a new alarm In Idle mode, open the application list and select Alarm. Create alarm or press [ Select Set alarm details.
  • Page 151: Create A World Clock

    › Create a world clock In Idle mode, open the application list and select World clock. Add city or press [ Select Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To select a city in the world map view, select . To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3.
  • Page 152 › Use the desk clock The desk clock displays the current time and date, and weather. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Desk clock. Select to set an idle clock. → Settings. Press [ Change the following options: Option Hide status bar Wallpaper...
  • Page 153: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. › Perform the calculation In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations.
  • Page 154: Search

    Search You can search for applications and data saved in your device and specific data on the web. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, set whether or not to view the search history of your Google account.
  • Page 155: Mini Diary

    Option Time-out Lock contents Reset settings › Connect your device to another device via a WLAN To use the Kies air feature, all devices must be connected to the same access point. In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 156: My Files

    If there is a diary saved, select new entry. Change the today’s date and set the weather (if necessary). Tap to add photo and add an image or capture a Select photo. Tap to add text, and enter text and select Done. Select Save.
  • Page 157: Polaris Office

    To sort files or folders, select ● To copy or move the files to another file folder, select ● or Move. To change the name of a file, select ● To change the file manager settings, select ● Polaris Office Learn to create and view Polaris Office documents.
  • Page 158: Sim Toolkit

    ● To send a file to others, press [ ● To print a file, press [ ● compatible only with some Samsung printers. To read a document via the text-to-speech feature, press ● → Text to speech. To customise the settings for displaying or managing ●...
  • Page 159: Task Manager

    Task Manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Manager. Use the following options: Active applications ● currently running on your device. Downloaded ● for applications installed on your device. : View and manage the RAM for your device.
  • Page 160: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a setting category and select an option. Wi-Fi Turn the WLAN feature on or off. Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. Data usage Keep track of your data usage and customise settings for your data limit.
  • Page 161: Usb Utilities

    › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via a WLAN. › USB utilities Connect your device to a PC as a mass storage. › Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). p. 148 ► ›...
  • Page 162: Call

    › Mobile networks Use packet data ● networks for network services. Data roaming : Set the device to connect another network ● when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names ● Network mode ● Network operators ●...
  • Page 163: Additional Settings

    Automatic answering after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). The power key ends calls when you press the Power key. Turn on proximity sensor: Set to turn on the proximity ● sensor during a call. Call forwarding ●...
  • Page 164: Sound

    Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. Volumes : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music ● and videos, system sounds, and notifications. Vibration intensity ● Silent mode : Activate Silent mode to make your device ●...
  • Page 165: Horizontal Calibration

    Weather settings ● display. Clock and weather position ● clock and weather information on the locked screen. Help text : Set help text on lock screen. ● Brightness : Set the brightness of the display. ● Screen mode : Select a display mode. ●...
  • Page 166: Power Saving

    Power saving System power saving mode ● to reduce battery consumption. Custom power saving mode ● mode according to your custom settings. Custom power saving mode settings ● Power saving starts at device will automatically switch to Power saving mode. Turn off Wi-Fi device is not connected with a WLAN AP.
  • Page 167: Battery

    Battery View the amount of power consumed by your device. Applications View and manage the applications on your device. Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. Location services Change the settings for GPS functionality. Google’s location service ●...
  • Page 168: Security

    Security Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card. Screen lock : Set how to unlock the screen. ● None : Disable the screen lock. Swipe : Set to use the screen lock without a PIN, password, pattern, or face detection.
  • Page 169 Remote controls ● the web. This feature will be activated automatically when you sign in to both Samsung and Google accounts. SamsungDive web page ● page. SamsungDive let you track and remotely control your device when lost or stolen. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account.
  • Page 170: Language And Input

    Block offensive words ● recognising offensive words in voice inputs. › Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keypad settings, select . Portrait keyboard types ● such as the QWERTY keyboard or traditional keypad. Input language ● Pen detection : Set the device to open the handwriting ●...
  • Page 171 Handwriting settings ● Handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness or pen colour. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Reset all settings ● their factory defaults. › Swype To change the Swype keypad settings, select .
  • Page 172: Voice Recognizer

    : Set the device to filter explicit text and images ● from voice search results. Block offensive words ● search results. For the Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: Language : Select a language for the voice recognition. ● Web search engine ●...
  • Page 173 Launch on Bluetooth ● Bluetooth headset is connected. Listen via Bluetooth ● commands when using a connected Bluetooth headset. Use location data ● voice search results. Hide offensive words ● search results. Help : Access help information for using the Voice talk ●...
  • Page 174: Back Up And Reset

    › Text-to-speech output Preferred engine ● engines in your device. Speech rate : Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. ● Listen to an example ● example. Driving mode : Activate Driving mode to set the device to ● read contents aloud. Driving mode settings ●...
  • Page 175: Pen Settings

    Pen settings Dominant hand ● enhance the reaction to S Pen inputs. Hovering pen icon ● screen when the S pen is near the screen. Pen help : Access help information for using the S Pen. ● One-handed operation Set input screens to shift to either side of the screen or become smaller for more convenient one-hand inputs.
  • Page 176: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alter the following settings to improve the device accessibility. Services : Activate an accessibility application you have ● downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback.
  • Page 177: Motion

    Motion Change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. Motion activation ● feature. Tilt to zoom : Set to zoom in or out while viewing images in ● Gallery or browsing webpages, when you tap and hold two points with your fingers and then tilt the device back and forth.
  • Page 178: About Phone

    Pointer location ● the pointer when you touch the screen. Show touches : Set to show the pointer when you touch ● the screen. Show screen updates ● when they are updated. Show CPU usage ● Force GPU rendering ● to improve graphic performance.
  • Page 179: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is enabled, you Password must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 180: Calls Are Being Dropped

    If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your ● local Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key for 10-15 seconds.
  • Page 181: Audio Quality Is Poor

    Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. ● Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ● Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone ● number you are dialling. Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on.
  • Page 182 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the...
  • Page 183: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Fm Radio

    Contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting ●...
  • Page 184: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    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. A connection is not established when you connect...
  • Page 185: Safety Precautions

    For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised service centre. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. •...
  • Page 186 • Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated. • Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage •...
  • Page 187 If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid. Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments •...
  • Page 188 • Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
  • Page 189 Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C. •...
  • Page 190: Reduce The Risk Of Repetitive Motion Injuries

    Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...
  • Page 191 Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
  • Page 192 Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use...
  • Page 193 Keep your personal and important data safe • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. • When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.
  • Page 194: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
  • Page 195 ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.
  • Page 196: Index

    Index access codes 179 alarms creating 150 deactivating 150 stopping 150 AllShare 141 auto rejection 72 battery charging 14 installing 12 Bluetooth activating 136 finding and pairing with devices 136 receiving data 137 sending data 137 brightness, display 32 calculator 153 call barring 73 call forwarding 73 call log 74...
  • Page 197: Flight Mode

    155 multimedia messages sending 75 viewing 76 music hub 105 music player adding files 102 creating playlists 104 playing music 102 navigation 131 news & weather 135 PC connections mass storage 147 Samsung Kies 146 Windows Media Player 147 Index...
  • Page 198 86 capturing panoramic 87 capturing yourself 86 viewing 96 PIN lock 34 Polaris Office 157 readers hub 134 Samsung Apps 133 Samsung Kies 146 settings about phone 178 accessibility 176 accounts and sync 167 applications 167...
  • Page 199 S Planner changing view mode 64 creating 65, 113 viewing 115 stopwatch 151 synchronisation with web accounts 41 with Windows Media Player 147 task manager 159 text input 36 text messages sending 75 viewing 76 time and date, set 31 touch screen locking 26 using 24...
  • Page 200 Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (EU). 05/2012. Rev. 1.0...

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