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  • 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 device, software, or service provider.

  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

    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. •...
  • Page 4 Samsung Electronics. Using this manual Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ • The Android logo, Google Search ™...
  • Page 5 ® • Wi-Fi , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. Using this manual...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ... Unpack ... 10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 11 Charge the battery ... 13 Insert a memory card ... 15 Attach a hand strap ... 17 Getting started ... Turn your device on and off ... 18 Get to know your device ...
  • Page 7 Communication ... Calling ... 38 Messaging ... 42 Google Mail ... 44 Email ... 46 Talk ... 48 Social Hub ... 49 Entertainment ... Camera ... 50 Gallery ... 59 Music ... 60 FM Radio ... 63 Personal information ... Contacts ...
  • Page 8 YouTube ... 82 News & Weather ... 83 Samsung Apps ... 84 Market ... 84 Connectivity ... Bluetooth ... 85 Wi-Fi ... 87 AllShare ... 88 Mobile network sharing ... 90 PC connections ... 92 VPN connections ... 93 Contents Tools ...
  • Page 9 Sound ... 101 Display ... 102 Location and security ... 103 Applications ... 104 Accounts and sync ... 105 Privacy ... 105 SD card and phone storage ... 105 Locale and text ... 105 Voice input and output ... 107 Accessibility ...

  • Page 10: Assembling

    • Battery • Travel adapter (charger) • 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. Assembling • The items supplied with your device may vary...

  • Page 11: Install The Sim Or Usim Card And Battery

    Install the SIM or USIM card and 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 12 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. • If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can only use your device’s non-network services and some menus. • Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot.

  • Page 13: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 14 • If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Assembling When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.

  • Page 15: Insert A Memory Card

    32 GB (depending on 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 and can corrupt data stored on the card.

  • Page 16: Remove The Memory Card

    Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Replace the back cover. Assembling › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

  • Page 17: Attach A Hand Strap

    › Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device. In Idle mode, select Applications → card and phone storage Unmount SD card → Format SD card Format SD card →...

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, Press and hold [ If you turn 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 [ ] and then select Power off →...
  • Page 19 Headset jack Rear camera lens Power/Lock key Internal antenna › Keys Power/ Multifunction jack Lock Menu Back cover Home Back Speaker Volume Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and hold); Lock the touch screen.

  • Page 20: Qwerty Keyboard

    › QWERTY keyboard The position, images, and functions of the keys may differ depending on your region. Function Enter numbers, letters, and special characters. Alphanumeric Change case in a text input field. Shift Use characters on the upper half of the keys in a text input field.
  • Page 21 › 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 Open WLANs available WLAN connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected Icon Definition GPS activated...

  • Page 22: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Mobile AP activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Getting started Icon Definition...
  • Page 23 • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water.

  • Page 24: 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 [ ]. To unlock, turn on the screen and drag right until it reaches the dot. Get to know the idle screen When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen.

  • Page 25: Use The Shortcuts Panel

    › Move items on the idle screen Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears grey. Drag the item to the location you want. › Remove items from the idle screen Tap and hold an item to remove. The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen.

  • Page 26: Access Applications

    › Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs. Edit. In Idle mode, press [ → You can also place your two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode.

  • Page 27: Access Recent Applications

    Press [ ] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home key to return to the idle screen. Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically switch to landscape view.

  • Page 28: Customise Your Device

    › Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than one application at the same time. However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs using the task manager. In Idle mode, open the application list and select manager Active applications.

  • Page 29: Switch To The Silent Mode

    Vibrate → → In Idle mode, press [ Select an image. Save or Set wallpaper. Select Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. Animation Some animations or All → → Wallpaper an option.

  • Page 30: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

    • If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security codes or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 31 Select Continue. Draw a pattern again to confirm. Select Confirm. Set an unlock PIN code In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Location and security → PIN. → Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Enter the PIN again and select Set an unlock password In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings...

  • Page 32: Enter Text

    Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device. • If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM card.
  • Page 33 Number Function Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. Clear your input. Start a new line.

  • Page 34: Download Applications From Android Market

    › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Place the cursor where you want to start. Select Select Drag or to select the text you want. Select to copy, or to cut the text onto the...

  • Page 35: Download Files From The Web

    › Install an application In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market. Select Accept when the terms and conditions appear. Search for a file or application and download it. › Uninstall an application From the Android Market home screen, select apps.

  • Page 36: Synchronise Data

    Search for a file or application and download it. To install applications downloaded from websites other than Android Market, you must select Settings Applications Unknown sources. → Synchronise data You can synchronise data with various web servers and back up or restore your data. Once the synchronisation is completed, your device stays connected to the web.

  • Page 37: Synchronise Data Manually

    Select an account. Select the applications you want to synchronise. To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation, clear the check boxes next to the applications you want. › Synchronise data manually In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Accounts and sync.

  • Page 38: 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 and answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls.

  • Page 39: Call An International Number

    Reject a call When a call comes in, drag left until it reaches the dot. To send a message when you reject incoming calls, select Reject call with message. Call an international number In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone Keypad, and tap and hold 0 to insert the + →...

  • Page 40: View And Dial Missed Calls

    • To answer a second call, drag right until it reaches the dot when a call waiting tone sounds. The device asks whether to end or hold the first call. You must subscribe to the call waiting service to use this feature. •...

  • Page 41: View Call Logs

    Use Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will restrict outgoing calls, except for the numbers stored in the FDN list. To activate FDN mode, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Call settings Fixed Dialing Numbers →...

  • Page 42: Messaging

    In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone Logs. → View by Press [ an option to sort the call logs. → → From the call logs, you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the contact to the left or right.

  • Page 43: Send A Multimedia Message

    Select the check boxes next to contacts and select Add. Tap to compose and enter your message text. Select To insert emoticons, press [ Select Send to send the message. › Send a multimedia message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging New message.

  • Page 44: Google Mail

    › View a text or multimedia message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging. Your messages are grouped into message threads by contact, like a messenger. Select a contact. For a multimedia message, select a message to view the details.

  • Page 45: Send An Email Message

    › Send an email message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Google Mail. Press [ Compose. → Enter a name or address in the recipient field. Enter a subject and message. To attach an image file, press [ Select to send the message.

  • Page 46: Email

    › Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages or adding stars to mark important messages. You can sort messages by label filter. Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Change labels.
  • Page 47 Follow the on-screen instructions. When you are finished setting up the email account, the email messages are downloaded to your device. If you have created more than two accounts, you can switch between email accounts; Press [ select one you want to retrieve messages from. ›...

  • Page 48: Talk

    › View an email message When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view them offline. In Idle mode, open the application list and select an email account.

  • Page 49: Social Hub

    › Start a chat In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen opens. Enter your message and select Send. To insert emoticons, press [ smiley. To switch between active chats, press [ chats.

  • Page 50: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.2 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. › Capture a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
  • Page 51 Number Function Check the camera status and settings. • : Resolution • : Exposure metre type • : Number of photos you can take (according to available memory) • : Default storage location Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 52: Capture A Photo By Using Preset

    › Capture a photo by using preset options for various scenes Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes. You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting conditions and subjects. For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure.

  • Page 53: Capture A Series Of Photos

    › Capture a series of photos You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. This is useful when you are photographing children at play or a sporting event. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.

  • Page 54: Capture A Combined Photo

    › Capture a combined photo You can take two photos with the same background and then combine the left and right halves of each photo into one photo. This feature is helpful when you want to take a photo with a friend but there is no one available to take the photo for you.

  • Page 55: Customise Camera Settings

    Select Action shot. → Make any necessary adjustments. Select to capture the first photo. Move the device to follow the moving subject. The device automatically captures the next photos. Continue to follow the subject until the device has captured all the shots necessary for the action photo. ›...

  • Page 56: Record A Video

    Setting Function Set the camera to display the taken Review image. Set the camera to include location information for your photos. To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low- lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
  • Page 57 Number Function Check the camcorder status. • : Resolution • : Length of video that can be recorded (according to available memory) • : Default storage location Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 58: Customise Camcorder Settings

    › Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video, select → following options: Option Function Select the length of the delay before Timer the camera starts recording a video. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according White balance to lighting conditions.

  • Page 59: Gallery

    Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device's memory and memory card. If your device displays that the memory is full when you access Gallery, delete some of the files by using My files or other file management applications and try again.

  • Page 60: Music

    While viewing a photo, use the following options: • To view more photos, scroll left or right. • To zoom in or out, select . You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). •...

  • Page 61: Play Music

    › 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. p. 86 ► • Copy to your memory card.

  • Page 62: Create A Playlist

    Icon Function Skip backwards; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select playback. Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). 1. These icons are shown when you tap the player screen. ™ WOW HD significantly improves the playback quality of audio, delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep, rich bass and...

  • Page 63: Fm Radio

    › Customise music player settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. Select a category a music file. → Press [ Settings. → Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Set whether or not to activate the virtual 5.1 channel surround 5.1 channel sound system when a headset is...

  • Page 64: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Change the sound output (headset or device's speaker). Turn off the FM radio; Select on the FM radio. Search for an available radio station. Fine-tune the frequency. Entertainment Number › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.

  • Page 65: Add A Radio Station To The Favourites List

    Select Scan a scanning option. → The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the all station list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen. › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into the device.
  • Page 66 Option Function Set whether or not to show the station ID on the FM radio screen; Show Station IDs are available only from Station ID radio stations that provide this information. Set whether or not the FM radio Alternative attempts to retune a radio station frequency when the signal is weak.

  • Page 67: 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 68: Find A Contact

    › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Scroll up or down on the contact list. Select a contact’s name. Once you find a contact, you can: • make a call by selecting the phone number. •...

  • Page 69: Copy Contacts

    › Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.

  • Page 70: Import Or Export Contacts

    › Import or export contacts To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Import/Export Press [ → → Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact.

  • Page 71: Calendar

    Calendar Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. › Create an event In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Tap to create or press [ Select Enter the details of the event as required.

  • Page 72: Memo

    Select an event to view its details. You can send the event to others by pressing [ Send via an option. → → › Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time.

  • Page 73: Voice Recorder

    Select a memo to view its details. To edit the memo, select You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and selecting Send via option. Voice recorder Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder. › Record a voice memo In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder.

  • Page 74: Web

    Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider.
  • Page 75 The screen may differ depending on your region or service provider. Number Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: •...

  • Page 76: Bookmark Your Favourite Web Pages

    • To send the web address (URL) of the web page to More Share page. others, press [ → → • To view the download history, press [ Downloads. • To customise the browser settings, press [ Settings. → › Bookmark your favourite web pages If you know the web address of the web page, you can manually add a bookmark.

  • Page 77: Maps

    • To delete the bookmark, select Delete bookmark. • To use the web page as your homepage of the browser, select Set as homepage. › Add an RSS feed address In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet. Move to a web page that has an RSS feed.

  • Page 78: Google Maps

    • This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. • Do not touch the internal antenna area or cover this area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions. • To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the following conditions: –...

  • Page 79: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    Press [ Search. → Enter a keyword for the location and select • To search for a location by voice, select • To zoom in or out, select • To add layers to the map, press [ • To view your current location, press [ Location.

  • Page 80: Latitude

    Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view friends’ locations via Google Latitude In Idle mode, open the application list and select Latitude. The device automatically joins Latitude. Add friends Select from Contacts or Press [ → →...

  • Page 81: Navigation

    Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Navigation. If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept.

  • Page 82: Youtube

    YouTube YouTube is a free online video streaming service. Learn to view and share videos via YouTube. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Watch videos In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube.

  • Page 83: News & Weather

    Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. Select Save to upload the video that you have recorded. Enter your user name and password and select (if necessary). Enter details of the upload and select News &...

  • Page 84: Samsung Apps

    Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience. Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps.

  • Page 85: 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 86: Wireless Feature

    › Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless and networks → settings Scan devices. → Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK.

  • Page 87: Wi-Fi

    When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary). Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive Select data from the device (if necessary). Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder. If you receive a contact, it is automatically saved to the phonebook.

  • Page 88: Allshare

    Select a network under Wi-Fi networks. Enter a password for the network (if necessary). Select Connect. › Add a WLAN manually In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless and networks → Add Wi-Fi network. → Enter the SSID for the network and select the security type.
  • Page 89 Select Settings. Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA feature: Option Function Media server Enter a name for your device as a name media server. Turn on video sharing, image Share media sharing or music sharing with other DLNA-enabled devices. Access point Select a connection profile to use network...

  • Page 90: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Play files of one device on the other device In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare. Play file from server on another player via Select my phone. Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices. Select a device as the media server—the one that contains media files.
  • Page 91 Select Mobile AP to activate the mobile AP feature. Select Mobile AP settings Configure mobile AP to → customise the mobile AP feature: Option Function Network View and edit the device name that SSID will be shown to external devices. Security Select the security type.

  • Page 92: Pc Connections

    Samsung Kies program. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com). Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.

  • Page 93: Vpn Connections

    When you are finished, select Disconnect storage from PC. 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 PC data cable from the PC. Otherwise, you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage the memory card.
  • Page 94 Option Function Set IPsec pre- Enter a pre-shared key. shared key Enable L2TP Set to use the L2TP secret secret password. Set L2TP Enter the L2TP secret password. secret Select a user certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you. Set user You can import certificates from certificate...

  • Page 95: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and count-down timer. › Use the clock display In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock. While using the clock display, use the following features: •...

  • Page 96: 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 97: My Files

    My files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored in your device and memory card. In Idle mode, open the application list and select files. Select a folder a file.

  • Page 98: Voice Search

    • : Check and manage the RAM memory for your device. • Summary : View the used and available memory on your device and memory card. • Help : View help information about extending battery life. Voice Search Learn to search for information on the web by voice. This feature be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 99: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings. Select a setting category and select an option. Wireless and networks Change the settings for wireless network connections. › Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.

  • Page 100: Call Settings

    › Tethering and portable hotspot • USB tethering : Activate the USB tethering feature to share your device's mobile network connection with PCs via USB. When connected to a PC, your device is used as a wireless modem for a PC. p.

  • Page 101: Sound

    • Change PIN2 : Change the PIN2, which is used to protect the primary PIN. If the SIM or USIM card is locked, this menu changes to Unblock PIN2. • FDN list : Set up a list of contacts for fixed dialling. ›...

  • Page 102: Display

    • Volume : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, alarm ringtones, system sound, and notification ringtones. • Phone ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. • Notification ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to events, such as incoming messages and missed calls.

  • Page 103: Location And Security

    Location and security Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card, and GPS functionality. • Use wireless networks : Set to use WLAN and/or mobile networks for finding your location. • Use GPS satellites : Set to use the GPS satellite for finding your location.

  • Page 104: Applications

    This is for application development. • Samsung Apps : Select a network connection (WLAN or packet switched data network) to get notifications for new applications from Samsung Apps. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 105: Accounts And Sync

    Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. • Background data : Select this setting to use the auto sync feature. The auto sync will run in the background without opening applications and synchronise data. •...

  • Page 106: Samsung Keypad

    • Auto-full stop : Set the device to insert a period when you double-tap the space bar. • Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. › Device keyboard • Auto-replace : Set the device to automatically correct the misspelled words.

  • Page 107: Voice Input And Output

    Voice input and output Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text- to-speech feature. › Voice recognition settings • Language : Select a language for the Google voice recognition. • SafeSearch : Set the device to filter explicit text and/or images from voice search results.

  • Page 108: Accessibility

    Accessibility Change the settings for accessibility features. • Accessibility : Activate an accessibility application you have downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback. • The power key ends calls : Set the device to end a call when you press [ ].

  • Page 109: 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 110 Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting 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.

  • Page 111: 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 •...
  • Page 112 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 camera, try the following: •...
  • Page 113 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: •...
  • Page 114 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 the device to a PC •...

  • Page 115: 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 116 • 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 • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures.
  • Page 117 Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments • Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the battery. • Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments. • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas.
  • Page 118 • 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 119 • Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time (such as on the dashboard of a car). • Store the battery at 0 °C to 40 °C. Do not store your device with such metal objects as coins, keys and necklaces •...
  • Page 120 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 121 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 122 RF energy. The Declaration of Conformity statement at the back of this manual demonstrates your device’s compliance with the European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung website.

  • Page 123: 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 124 “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY...

  • Page 125: Index

    Index access codes alarms creating 95 stopping 95 AllShare battery charging 13 installing 11 Bluetooth activating 85 finding and pairing with devices 86 receiving data 86 sending data 86 brightness, display calculator calendar creating events 71 viewing events 71 call forwarding call log calls answering 38...
  • Page 126 finding 68 importing or exporting 70 setting speed dial 68 device customising 28 indicator icons 21 keys 19 layout 18 settings 99 shortcuts panel 25 turning on or off 18 DLNA see AllShare downloads applications 34 files 35 Index email sending 47 setting accounts 46 viewing 48...
  • Page 127 44 music player adding files 61 creating playlists 62 playing music 61 news & weather PC connections mass storage 92 Samsung Kies 92 phonebook creating contacts 67 creating groups 69 creating your namecard 68 finding contacts 68 photos capturing 50...
  • Page 128 silent mode SIM card installing 11 locking 31 social hub synchronisation with web accounts 36 task manager text input text memos text messages sending 42 viewing 44 time and date, set touch screen locking 24 using 22 Index unpack USIM card installing 11 locking 31 videos...
  • Page 129 (place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * 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.
  • Page 130 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. To install Kies (PC Sync) Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com) and install it on your PC. Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC.

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