Samsung GT-S5300 User Manual
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  • Page 1 GT-S5300 user manual...
  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Using this manual Thank you for choosing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high-quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards.
  • Page 3 ● or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and are subject to change without prior notice. Access the Samsung website ( www.samsung.com ) for the latest version of the manual. Available features and additional services may vary by ●...
  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    Samsung Electronics. p. 12 (represents “refer to page 12”) Using this manual →...
  • Page 5 Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ● trademarks of Samsung Electronics. The Android logo, Google Search ● ™ Google Mail , YouTube ™ Latitude , and Google Talk Inc. ● Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ... 10 Unpack... 10 Device layout ... 11 Keys ... 12 Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery ... 13 Charge the battery ... 14 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 17 Attach a hand strap (optional) ... 20 Getting started ...
  • Page 7 Latitude ... 79 Maps ... 79 Market ... 81 Navigation ... 82 News & Weather ... 83 Places ... 84 Samsung Apps ... 84 YouTube ... 85 Connectivity ... 87 USB connections ... 87 Wi-Fi ... 88 Mobile network sharing ... 90 Bluetooth ...
  • Page 8 Tools ... 97 Calculator ... 97 Clock ... 97 Downloads ... 98 Google Search ... 98 My files ... 99 Polaris Viewer ...100 SIM Toolkit ...101 Task manager ...101 Voice Search ...102 Settings ... 103 Access the setting options ...103 Wireless and networks ...103 Call settings ...105 Sound ...105...
  • Page 9 Troubleshooting ... 114 Safety information ... 120 Index ... 132 Contents...
  • Page 10: 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 11: Device Layout

    Device layout Earpiece Volume key Touch screen Home key Back key Option key Microphone Headset jack Multifunction jack Camera lens GPS antenna Power/Reset/Lock Speaker Back cover Main antenna 1. Do not touch or cover the area around the antenna with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.
  • Page 12: Keys

    Keys Power/ Reset Lock Option Home Back Volume 1. If your device experiences fatal errors, hanging, or freezing, you may need to reset the device to regain functionality. Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the device options (press and hold);...
  • Page 13: Insert The Sim Or Usim Card And The Battery

    Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the battery with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a computer with a USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables may cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 15: Charge With A Travel Adapter

    When your battery is low, the device will emit a ● warning tone and show a low battery message. Recharge your battery to continue using your device. If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot ● turn on the device, even with the travel adapter connected.
  • Page 16: Charge With Usb Cable

    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: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    Your device accepts microSD cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB (depending on the memory card manufacturer and type). 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.
  • Page 18 Your device supports only the FAT file structure for ● memory cards. If you insert a memory card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card. Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the ●...
  • Page 19: Remove A Memory Card

    › Remove a memory card Ensure that the device is not currently accessing the memory card. In the application list, select phone storage OK (if necessary). Select Remove the back cover. Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device.
  • Page 20: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    Attach a hand strap (optional) Remove the back cover. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. Replace the back cover. Assembling...
  • Page 21: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn on or off your device Press and hold the Power key. Enter the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK (if necessary). If you are turning on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.
  • Page 22: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch screen. To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not tap it ● with anything sharp. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact ●...
  • Page 23 Tap and hold Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds. Drag Tap an item and move it to a new location. Double-tap Tap an item twice quickly. Flick Briskly scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens.
  • Page 24: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And The Keys

    Pinch Place two of your fingers far apart, and then pinch them together. Your device turns off the touch screen when you do ● not use it for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press the Power key or the Home key. You can set the length of time that the device waits ●...
  • Page 25: Get To Know The Home Screen

    Get to know the Home screen From the Home screen, you can view your device’s status and access applications. The Home screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to view the panels on the Home screen. You can also select one of the dots at the top of the screen to move directly to the corresponding panel.
  • Page 26: Use The Notifications Panel

    Icon Definition Connected to computer No SIM or USIM card Memory card inserted New message Alarm activated Roaming (outside of service area) Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level › Use the notifications panel To open the notifications panel, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards.
  • Page 27: Add An Item To The Home Screen

    Silent mode : Activate or deactivate Silent mode. ● Auto rotation : Allow or prevent the interface from rotating ● when you rotate the device. The options available may vary depending on your region or service provider. › Add an item to the Home screen You can customise the Home screen by adding shortcuts, widgets, or folders.
  • Page 28: Remove An Item From The Home Screen

    › Remove an item from the Home screen Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to the rubbish bin. › Add or remove a panel from the Home screen You can add or remove Home screen panels to organise widgets.
  • Page 29: Access Applications

    Access applications Launch applications and take full advantage of features on your device. You can reorganise the application list to match your preferences, or download applications from the Internet to enhance your device’s functionality. On the Home screen, select list. Scroll left or right to another screen.
  • Page 30: Download An Application

    OK. Select › Access recently-used applications Press and hold the Home key to view the applications you have accessed recently. Select an application. Save. Market or Samsung Apps. → Applications Getting started Edit. → Edit.
  • Page 31: Launch Multiple Applications

    Launch multiple applications Your device allows you to multitask by running multiple applications at the same time. To launch multiple applications, press the Home key while using an application. Then select another application to launch from the Home screen. › Manage applications You can manage multiple applications with the task manager.
  • Page 32: Change The Display Font

    › Turn on or off the touch tones In the application list, select Settings selection. › Adjust the key tone volume On the Home screen, press the Volume key up or down. › Change your call ringtone In the application list, select ringtone.
  • Page 33: Lock Your Device

    If you forget your password, take your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of passwords ● or private information, or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 34: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Set an unlock PIN In the application list, select security → Set screen lock Enter a new PIN and select Enter the PIN again and select Set an unlock password In the application list, select security → Set screen lock Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue.
  • Page 35: Activate The Find My Mobile Feature

    Find my mobile feature will send the contact number to your specified recipients automatically, so that you can locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you must create a Samsung account for controlling the device remotely via the Internet. In the application list, select security →...
  • Page 36: Enter Text

    Change the text input method Tap and hold the text field, and then select Input method a text input method. › Enter text with the Samsung keypad → Portrait keypad types Select Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on the screen.
  • Page 37 Number Function Change the case. Switch text input modes. Enter text by voice. This feature is available only when you activate the voice input feature. Insert a space. Clear your input. Start a new line. Access the keypad settings; Change the text input method (tap and hold).
  • Page 38 Mode Number Symbol › Enter text with the Swype keypad Tap the first character of a word, and then drag your finger to the second character without lifting your finger from the screen. Continue until you have finished spelling the word. Lift your finger.
  • Page 39 Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text. You can also tap the keys to enter text. ● You can tap and hold a key to enter characters that ● appear above the key. When you tap and hold a key until the character list appears, you can enter special characters, symbols, and numbers.
  • Page 40: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text From a text field, you can copy and paste text to another application. Place the cursor at the beginning of the text to be copied. Select Select word or Select all. Select Drag or to select the text. Copy or Cut to add the text to the clipboard.
  • Page 41: 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. To prevent accidental inputs, your device locks the touch screen during a call automatically. To unlock the touch screen, double-tap Double-tap to unlock.
  • Page 42: Reject A Call

    › Reject a call During an incoming call, select outside of the large circle. › Make an international call In the application list, select and hold to insert the + character. Enter a complete number (country code, area code, and phone number).
  • Page 43 To dial a second call, select ● number. To open the contact list, select ● To switch between two calls, select ● To answer a second call, select ● outside of the large circle when a call waiting tone sounds. The device prompts you to end or hold the first call.
  • Page 44: Set Call Diverting

    › View and dial a missed call Your device will show missed calls. To return the call, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel, and then select the missed call notification. › Activate Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will prevent outgoing calls to any number that is not saved in the FDN list on your SIM or USIM card.
  • Page 45: Set Call Waiting

    › Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature that alerts you to an incoming call while you are on another call. In the application list, select Settings Additional settings to the network. › View a call or message log You can view logs of calls and messages that are filtered by type.
  • Page 46: Messages

    Messages Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages that you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. ›...
  • Page 47: Send A Multimedia Message

    › Send a multimedia message In the application list, select Add recipients: Enter phone numbers or email addresses manually and ● separate them with a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers or email addresses from your ● call, message, or contact lists by selecting options under the recipient field.
  • Page 48: Google Mail

    › Listen to a voicemail message If you have set your device to divert missed calls to the voicemail server, callers may leave voicemail messages when you miss calls. In the application list, select and hold Follow the instructions from the voicemail server. You must save the voicemail server number before accessing the voicemail server.
  • Page 49: View An Email Message

    Press the Option key and select file. To send the message, select If you are offline or outside your service area, the message will be held in the message thread until you are online and inside your service area. › View an email message In the application list, select Press the Option key and select...
  • Page 50: Email

    Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account. › Set up an email account In the application list, select Enter your email address and password. Next. To enter account details manually, select Select Manual setup.
  • Page 51 Select the subject field and enter a subject. Select the text field and enter your email text. Attach and attach a file. Select To send the message, select If you are offline or outside your service area, the message will be held in the message thread until you are online and inside your service area.
  • Page 52: Talk

    Talk Learn to send and receive instant messages to friends and family with the Google Talk This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Set your status In the application list, select Select your name at the top of your friend list. Customise your status, image, and message.
  • Page 53: Social Hub

    › Start a conversation In the application list, select Select a contact from the friend list. The conversation screen opens. Enter and send your message. To add more contacts to the conversation, press the ● Option key and select Add to chat. To switch between active conversations, press the ●...
  • Page 54: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to take and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 pixels (2 megapixels) and record videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. The camera interface appears only in the landscape ●...
  • Page 55 Number Function Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the exposure value to change the brightness. Change the camera settings. Switch to the camcorder. Take a photo. View photos you have taken. To zoom in or out, press the Volume key. The zoom function may be unavailable when shooting in the highest resolution.
  • Page 56: Change The Shooting Mode

    › Change the shooting mode You can take photos with various shooting modes. To change the shooting mode, select Option Smile shot Panorama › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select options: Option Timer Resolution White balance Effects Metering Image quality →...
  • Page 57 Before taking a photo, select options: Option Guidelines Review Storage Reset → to access the following Function Set to view the grid lines on the preview screen. Set the camera to show captured photos. Set the camera to include location information for your photos.
  • Page 58: Record A Video

    › Record a video In the application list, select Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally).
  • Page 59: Customise Camcorder Settings

    Select to start recording. To pause recording, select . Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos on memory cards with slow transfer speeds. After recording a video, select To view more videos, scroll left or right.
  • Page 60: Gallery

    Before recording a video, select following options: Option Guidelines Review Storage Reset Gallery Learn to view images and play videos saved in your device. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the device’s software. If a file size exceeds the memory available, an error ●...
  • Page 61: View An Image

    › View an image In the application list, select Select a folder To change the view mode, slide the control to ● To view images saved on a specific date, select the ● arrows on the tab at the bottom of the screen or drag the tab to the left or right.
  • Page 62: Music

    › Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the Internet. ● Download from a computer with Samsung Kies. ● Receive via Bluetooth. ● Copy to your memory card. ●...
  • Page 63: Play Music

    › Play music In the application list, select Select a music category Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Activate the virtual 5.1 channel surround system when a headset is connected. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging or tapping the bar.
  • Page 64: Create A Playlist

    Number Function Skip to the next file; Scan forwards in the file (tap and hold). You can control the music player with a headset. On the Home screen, press and hold the headset button to launch the music player. Then, press the headset button to start or pause playback.
  • Page 65: Fm Radio

    › Customise music player settings In the application list, select Select a music category Press the Option key and select Change the following options: Option 5.1 channel Equaliser FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna.
  • Page 66: Save Radio Stations Automatically

    Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Turn on or off the FM radio. Fine-tune the frequency. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. › Save radio stations automatically Plug a headset into your device.
  • Page 67: Add A Radio Station To The Favourites List

    › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into your device. In the application list, select Scroll to a radio station. Select to add the station to the favourites list. › Customise FM radio settings In the application list, select Press the Option key and select Change the following options: Option...
  • Page 68: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts saved in your device’s memory or on a SIM or USIM card. You can save names, phone numbers, email addresses, and more for your contacts. ›...
  • Page 69 › Set a speed dial number In the application list, select Press the Option key and select setting. Select a location number You can call a speed dial number by tapping and holding the location number on the dialling screen. ›...
  • Page 70: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send a message to an entire group. In the application list, select Press the Option key and select Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group. Save.
  • Page 71: Calendar

    › Import or export a contact You can import or export files (in vcf format) to or from a memory card. Import contact files In the application list, select Press the Option key and select from SD card. Select a memory location. Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and then select Select contact files to import, and then select...
  • Page 72: View An Event

    › Change the view mode In the application list, select Press the Option key and select a view mode. Month : A full month in one view ● Week : Hourly blocks for the days in one full week ● : Hourly blocks for one full day ●...
  • Page 73: Memo

    Memo Learn to record important information for viewing at a later date. › Create a memo In the application list, select Create memo. Select Enter your memo text. Press the Back key to hide the keypad. Select a colour to change the background colour. Save.
  • Page 74: Play A Voice Memo

    Record to start recording. Select To pause recording, select Pause. Speak into the microphone. When you are finished, select Your memo is saved automatically. › Play a voice memo In the application list, select List to access the voice memo list. Select Select a voice memo.
  • Page 75: Web

    You may incur additional charges for accessing the Internet and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite webpages. This feature may be labelled differently depending on ● your region or service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region or ●...
  • Page 76 While browsing a webpage, access the following options: To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ● slowly spread them apart or pinch them together. To return to the original size, double-tap the screen. To open a new window, press the Option key and select ●...
  • Page 77: Search For Information By Voice

    › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In the application list, select Select the URL field. Select and say a keyword into your device’s microphone. The device searches for webpages related to the keyword. Select a search result.
  • Page 78: Recent History

    To copy the address of the current webpage, select ● link URL. To delete the bookmark, select ● To set the webpage as your browser’s homepage, select ● as homepage. › Download a file from the Internet When you download files or applications from the Internet, your device saves them to the internal memory.
  • Page 79: Latitude

    Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view their locations with the Google Latitude This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In the application list, select The device joins Latitude automatically. → Select an option.
  • Page 80: Search For A Location

    › Search for a location In the application list, select The map will show your current location. Press the Option key and select Enter a keyword for the location and select To search for a location by voice, select . Select the location to view its details.
  • Page 81: Market

    Select a travel method and select The route is indicated on the map. Depending on the selected travel method, you may see multiple routes. When you are finished, press the Option key and select More → Clear Map. Market Your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications.
  • Page 82: Navigation

    Navigation Learn to get spoken directions to your destination. Navigation maps, your current location, and other ● navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving.
  • Page 83: News & Weather

    News & Weather Learn to view weather information and read news articles. › View the weather information In the application list, select Weather. Select Your device searches for your current location and displays the weather information. You can change the location to view the weather information in another region.
  • Page 84: Places

    You can add more categories by pressing the Option key and selecting Add a search. Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to easily download a wide range of applications and updates for your device. With fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps, your device becomes even smarter.
  • Page 85: Youtube

    YouTube Learn to view and upload videos via the YouTube sharing service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Play a video In the application list, select Select a video. Rotate the device to the landscape view. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function...
  • Page 86: Upload A Video

    › Upload a video In the application list, select Press the Option key and select video. To record and upload a new video, select video, and then select Save. Select your Google account if it is linked to YouTube. Alternatively, you can select Add account and set up an account to sign in to YouTube.
  • Page 87: Connectivity

    Learn to connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your computer. You can download the program from the Samsung website ( www.samsung.com/kies ). Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 88: Wi-Fi

    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 standards. You can connect to the Internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available. Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries.
  • Page 89: Connect To A Wi-Fi Ap With A Protected Setup

    › Add a Wi-Fi AP manually In the application list, select networks Wi-Fi settings → Enter an SSID for the AP and select a security type. Set the security settings according to the security type you selected, and then select Save. ›...
  • Page 90: Mobile Network Sharing

    Mobile network sharing Learn to share your device’s mobile network connection with other devices. › Share your device’s mobile network via Wi-Fi Learn to use your device as a wireless access point for other devices. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 91: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Learn to exchange data or media files with other devices via Bluetooth. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with ●...
  • Page 92: Send Data Via Bluetooth

    › Activate the Bluetooth feature In the application list, select networks Bluetooth settings. → Bluetooth. Select › Find and pair with another device In the application list, select networks → Bluetooth settings Select a device. Accept to match the Bluetooth PIN between two Select devices.
  • Page 93: Gps

    › Receive data via Bluetooth In the application list, select networks Bluetooth settings → When prompted, select enter the Bluetooth PIN and select OK (if necessary). Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive Select data. Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder. If you receive a contact, it is saved to the phonebook automatically.
  • Page 94: Vpn Connections

    › Activate location services You must activate location services to receive location information or search the map. In the application list, select security. Change the following options: Option Use wireless networks Use GPS satellites VPN connections Learn to create virtual private networks (VPNs) and connect to them securely over the Internet.
  • Page 95 › Set up a VPN profile In the application list, select networks VPN settings → Select a VPN type. Change the following options: Option VPN name Set VPN server Enable Encryption Set IPsec pre- shared key Enable L2TP secret Set L2TP secret Enter an L2TP secret password. Set user certificate Set CA...
  • Page 96 › Connect to a private network In the application list, select networks VPN settings. → Select a private network. Enter the user name and password, and then select Connect. Settings → Wireless and Connectivity...
  • Page 97: Tools

    Tools Calculator Learn to perform calculations with your device. In the application list, select Use the keys on the screen to perform basic calculations. Press the Option key and select Advanced panel to use the scientific calculator. Clock Learn to set and control alarms and use the clock display. ›...
  • Page 98: Downloads

    › Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, To stop the alarm, select ● To silence the alarm for the snooze period, select ● Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web. In the application list, select Select a download category.
  • Page 99: My Files

    My files Learn to access various types of files saved in your device. › Supported file formats Your device supports the following file formats: Type Format Image bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp Video 3gp, mp4, mkv (Codec: H.263, H.264, mpeg4) mp3, m4a, 3gp, mp4, ogg, amr (Codec: mp3, Music vorbis (ogg), aac, aac+, eaac+, amr-nb/wb,...
  • Page 100: Polaris Viewer

    From the folder list, press the Option key to access the following options: To send a file to others, select ● To create folders for managing files, select ● To delete files or folders, select ● To change the view mode, select ●...
  • Page 101: Sim Toolkit

    From the document view, access the following options: To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ● slowly spread them apart or pinch them together. To return to the original size, double-tap the screen. You can also press the Option key and select Zoom To bookmark the current page, press the Option key and ●...
  • Page 102: Voice Search

    Use the following options: Option Active applications Downloaded Storage Help Voice Search Learn to search the Internet by voice. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, your device will ask if you want to change the search language.
  • Page 103: Settings

    Settings Access the setting options In the application list, select Select a setting category, and then select an option. Wireless and networks Change the settings to control connections with other devices or networks. › Flight mode Activate Flight mode to disable all wireless functions on your device.
  • Page 104: Usb Utilities

    › USB utilities Connect your device to a computer as a mass storage device. › Tethering and portable hotspot USB tethering : Set to use your device as a wireless modem ● by making a USB connection with a computer. Portable Wi-Fi hotspot ●...
  • Page 105: Call Settings

    Call settings Change the settings for calling features. Fixed Dialling Numbers ● Enable FDN : Activate FDN mode to prevent calls to phone numbers that are not in the FDN list on the SIM or USIM card. Change PIN2 : Change the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card.
  • Page 106: Display

    Phone ringtone ● voice calls. Notification ringtone ● events, such as new messages and missed calls. Audible touch tones ● enter numbers on the dialling screen. Audible selection ● select an application or option. Screen lock sounds ● lock or unlock the touch screen. Display Change the settings for the display.
  • Page 107: Location And Security

    Location and security Change the settings for location services and security for your device and SIM or USIM card. Use wireless networks ● networks for finding your location. Use GPS satellites ● location. Set screen lock ● have activated the screen lock feature, this option changes to Change screen lock.
  • Page 108: Applications

    This is for application development. Samsung Apps ● receive notifications when new applications are available from Samsung Apps. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. : Set to download applications from any : View and manage the applications : View and manage active services.
  • Page 109: Accounts And Sync

    Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. Background data ● background without opening applications. Auto sync : Set to synchronise data automatically when any ● change is made on the servers or your device. Privacy Change the settings for managing settings and data.
  • Page 110: Locale And Text

    Locale and text Change the settings for languages and text input. › Select language Select a display language. › Select input method Select a text input method. › Swype Select Input Method ● How to Swype : View information about using the Swype ●...
  • Page 111: Samsung Keypad

    : Set the device to insert a full stop when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : View the tutorial for using the Samsung keypad. ● : Set the device to predict words based : Set the ratio between the speed and...
  • Page 112: Voice Input And Output

    Voice input and output Change the settings for voice-related features. › Voice recognition settings Language : Select a language for Google voice recognition. ● SafeSearch : Select a level for filtering out explicit text and ● images from voice search results. Block offensive words ●...
  • Page 113: Date And Time

    Accessibility services ● use. The power key ends calls ● the Power key. Date and time Change the settings to control how time and date appears on your device. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date will be reset. Automatic : Set to receive time information from the ●...
  • Page 114: 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, Password you must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 115: Calls Are Being Dropped

    If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take your ● device to a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is still responsive and an application is frozen, close the application with the task manager.
  • Page 116: Audio Quality Is Poor

    Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. ● Ensure that you have accessed the correct 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 117 Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or ● deleting files from your device. Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with ● the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 118: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Fm Radio

    If you still cannot use the FM radio after performing these steps, try accessing your desired station with another radio receiver. If you can hear the station with another receiver, your device may require service. Contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your device for a number of reasons.
  • Page 119: 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 120: Safety Information

    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 121 • 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 122 If you use a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference The radio frequency emitted by your device may interfere with some hearing aids. Before using your device, contact the manufacturer to determine whether or not your hearing aid will be affected by radio frequencies emitted by the device.
  • Page 123 • 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. • Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic.
  • Page 124 Do not store your device in very hot or very cold areas. Use your device at temperatures from -20 °C to 50 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the internal temperature can reach up to 80 °C. •...
  • Page 125: 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 the device or the battery •...
  • Page 126 Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. If your device needs servicing, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
  • Page 127 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 128 Keep your personal and important data safe • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of any data. • When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.
  • Page 129 For more information, visit www.samsung.com/sar and search for your device with the model number. 0.790 W/kg 0.335 W/kg...
  • Page 130: 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.
  • Page 131 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 132: Index

    Index alarms 97 applications closing 31 deleting 30 downloading 30 launching 29 multitasking 31 organising 30 battery charging 14 inserting 13 Bluetooth 91 calculator 97 calendar creating events 71 viewing events 72 calls answering 41 forwarding 44 making 41 making international calls 42 making multiparty calls (conference calls) 43...
  • Page 133 Samsung Apps 84 settings 103 silent mode 32 SIM/USIM card inserting 13 locking 34 sound call ringtone 32 key tone 32 settings 105 tethering via USB 91 via Wi-Fi 90 text input copy and paste 40 with Samsung keypad 36 Index...
  • Page 134 Swype keypad 38 touch screen locking/unlocking 24 using 22 touch tone 32 unpack 10 USB connections as mass storage device 87 with Samsung Kies 87 videos playing 62 recording 58 uploading to YouTube 86 voice memos playing 74 recording 73...
  • Page 135 To install Samsung Kies (PC Sync) Download the latest version of Samsung Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your computer. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 136 2012.02.21 (place and date of issue) ※ It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.

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