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  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Built on the Google Android operating system, the Samsung mobile device gives you access to thousands of useful and entertaining applications to enrich your mobile web experience.
  • 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 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ●...
  • Page 5 Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/ ● or its affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners. Windows Media Player ● Microsoft Corporation. ® Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Setup ● ™ CERTIFIED , and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
  • 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

    Enter text ... 35 Web ... 41 Browser ... 41 Pulse ... 45 Market ... 46 YouTube ... 47 Maps ... 47 Latitude ... 49 Places ... 50 Navigation ... 50 Readers Hub ... 51 Samsung Apps ... 52 Contents...
  • Page 8 Communication ... 53 Calling ... 53 Messaging ... 59 Google Mail ... 61 Email ... 63 Talk ... 66 Social Hub ... 67 Entertainment ... 68 Music player ... 68 Music Hub ... 71 Camera ... 71 Video player ... 81 Gallery ...
  • Page 9 GPS ... 107 VPN connections ... 108 Tools ... 110 Alarm ... 110 Calculator ... 111 Downloads ... 111 eBook ... 111 Google Search ... 113 My files ... 113 Pen memo ... 116 Polaris Office ... 116 SIM Toolkit ... 118 Voice Search ...
  • Page 10 Accessibility ... 135 Date and time ... 136 About device ... 137 Troubleshooting ... 138 Safety precautions ... 143 Index ... 154 Contents...

  • Page 11: Assembling

    Check your product box for the following items: Mobile device ● 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 ●...

  • Page 12: Install The Sim Or Usim Card

    Close the cover of the SIM card slot. Charge the battery Your device has a built-in battery. Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorised ● chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 13 Charge the battery only with a charger. You cannot ● charge the battery with the USB cable. 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 14: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    If your device is not charging properly, bring 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 power outlet.
  • Page 15 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 memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. Open the application list and select → Unmount SD card. Open the memory card cover. Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. 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 the Power key and select Power off →...

  • Page 18: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Getting started...
  • Page 19 Number Function Earpiece Proximity sensor Light sensor Speaker Mouthpiece Front camera lens Power/Reset/Lock key Volume key Multifunction jack Getting started...

  • Page 20: Key Function

    Number Function Mouthpiece Rear camera lens Flashbulb Main antenna Headset jack GPS antenna SIM card slot Memory card slot › Keys Power/ Reset Lock Volume 1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos. 2. Connecting a headset to your device improperly can damage the headset jack or the headset.

  • Page 21: Indicator Icons

    › Indicator icons Icons shown on the bottom of the screen 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 Wi-Fi APs available Wi-Fi AP connected Bluetooth activated Receiving GPS data Call in progress...
  • Page 22 Roaming (outside of normal service area) Flight mode activated Music playback in progress Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Unable to charge Current time 1. If you use a charger that is not approved by Samsung, this indicator will not appear. Getting started...

  • Page 23: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use ● sharp tools. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact ●...
  • Page 24 Drag and drop: Tap and hold your finger on an item, and ● then drag your finger to move the item. Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in ● or out while viewing photos. › Rotate the touch screen Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation.

  • Page 25: Get To Know The Home Screen

    Get to know the Home screen When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the Home screen. From the Home screen, you can view indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items. Scroll left or right to a panel of the Home screen. The above screen may differ depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 26: System Bar

    Number Function Access the application list. System bar (See the following section). System bar From the system bar, you can quickly navigate screens, access applications, view system information, and more. Number Function Capture the current screen and open the drawing pad; Capture the current screen (tap and hold).

  • Page 27: Move Items On The Home Screen

    › Add items to the Home screen You can customise the Home screen by adding shortcuts to applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To add an item to the Home screen, From the Home screen, select Select an item category. Widgets : Add widgets.
  • Page 28 › Add a shortcut to an application From the application list, tap and hold an application icon and drag it to a Home screen panel at the bottom of the screen. The shortcut icon for the application is added to the Home screen.

  • Page 29: Access Applications

    Access applications From the Home screen, select application list. → Select an application. To view downloaded applications, select ● To view the frequently-used applications, select ● Frequent. Select to return to the previous screen; Select return to the Home screen. ›...

  • Page 30: Switch To Silent Mode

    › Change the language of the display Open the application list and select Language and input Select a language you want. › Set the current time and date Open the application list and select time. Select your time zone, set the time and date, and change other options.
  • Page 31 If you selected a live wallpaper, select If you selected an image from Gallery, move or resize the rectangle to select a portion of the image, and then select Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. ›...

  • Page 32: 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 33 Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 4 dots and select Continue. Draw the pattern again to confirm and select Set an unlock PIN code Open the application list and select and security → Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Enter the PIN again and select Set an unlock password Open the application list and select...

  • Page 34: 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 for controlling the device from the web remotely. Open the application list and select and security →...

  • Page 35: Enter Text

    Alert message recipients. Select Enter the password for your Samsung account again and select OK. Enter a phone number including a country code (with +). Enter the text message to be sent to the recipients. Done. Select Enter text You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad, inputting handwriting on the screen, or speaking words into the microphone.

  • Page 36: Enter Text Using The Android Keyboard

    › Enter text using the Android keyboard Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys and you can use the following keys: Number Function Move the cursor to the next text input field. Switch between Number/Symbol mode and ABC mode. Change case. Change the input language;...

  • Page 37: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad

    › Enter text using the Samsung keypad Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys and you can use the following keys: Number Function Minimise the virtual keypad. Move the cursor to the next text input field. Change case. Switch between Number/Symbol mode and ABC mode.

  • Page 38: Enter Text Using The Swype Keypad

    You can use a variety of gestures in Handwriting mode to edit text. For more information about gestures, select Handwriting settings → › Enter text using the Swype keypad Select the first character of a word and drag your finger to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen.
  • 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 on the ● upper half of the key. When you tap and hold a key until the character list appears, you can enter special characters and symbols.

  • Page 40: Copy And Paste Text

    Number Function Minimise the virtual keypad. Enter text by voice. Insert a space. › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Tap and hold a word. Drag ( ) or to select the text you want.

  • Page 41: Web

    Browser Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. You may incur additional charges for accessing the ● web and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider. The web browser menu may be labelled differently ● depending on your region or service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region or ●...
  • Page 42 Number Function Close the current tab. Move backward or forward to web pages in history. Reload the current web page; While the device is loading web pages, this icon changes to . Open a new tab. Search for information. Access a list of web browser options. Open a list of saved bookmarks and recent internet history.

  • Page 43: Search For Information By Voice

    To print the web page using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with select some Samsung printers. To customise browser settings, select ● › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 44: Add A Bookmark

    › Bookmark your favourite web pages If you know the web address of the web page, you can manually add a bookmark. Add a bookmark Open the application list and select → Select You can also select Enter a page title and a web address. Bookmarks drop-down menu and select a Select the bookmark location to add (if necessary).

  • Page 45: Pulse

    Create a bookmark folder Open the application list and select → Select Enter a name for the bookmark folder and select › Access recent history Open the application list and select → History. Select Select a web page to access. Pulse You can use the Pulse reader to add feeds for your favourite news topics and read news articles on your device.

  • Page 46: Market

    › Manage feed sources Open the application list and select Select to view the feed source list. Select Market Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications.

  • Page 47: Youtube

    YouTube Learn to view and upload videos via YouTube. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Watch videos Open the application list and select Select a video from the list. Tap a video screen and select Control playback with the virtual keys.

  • Page 48: Search For A Specific Location

    › Search for a specific location Open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select OK. The map will display your current location. Search Maps. Select Enter a keyword for the location and select To search for a location by voice, select .

  • Page 49: Latitude

    Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or starred places, or point the location on the map, select Contacts, Point on map, or My Places. Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select The route is indicated on the map.

  • Page 50: Places

    Places Learn to search for a place around you. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Open the application list and select Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category. Select a place name to view its details.

  • Page 51: Readers Hub

    If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept. Enter your destination by using one of the following methods: Speak Destination ● “Navigate to destination. ” Type Destination ● virtual keypad. Contacts : Select your destination from addresses of ●...

  • Page 52: Samsung Apps

    Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. 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.

  • Page 53: 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 54 Answer a call When a call comes in, drag reaches the border of the circle. When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to mute the ringtone. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, drag the border of the circle.
  • Page 55 Call an international number Open the application list and select tap and hold 0 to insert the + character. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code and phone number), and then select Call to dial the number. ›...
  • Page 56 To open the dialling screen, select ● To activate the speakerphone feature, select ● In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature. For better audio performance, use the normal phone mode. To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot ●...
  • Page 57 To select an alternative image or video to be shown to the ● other party, select To use the other party’s image, tap and hold the other ● party’s image. You can capture an image of the screen or record the video call by selecting Capture or Record. ›...
  • Page 58 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, Open the application list and select Fixed Dialing Numbers Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK.

  • Page 59: Messaging

    › View call logs You can view logs of your calls and messages filtered by their types. Open the application list and select → View by Select Select a log to view its details. From the detail view, you can dial the number, send a message to the number or add the number to the phonebook or reject list.

  • Page 60: Send A Multimedia Message

    › Send a multimedia message Open the application list and select Messaging. Select Add recipients of your message. Enter phone numbers or email addresses manually, ● separating them with a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers or email addresses from the lists ●...

  • Page 61: Google Mail

    › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers can leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to your messages, Open the application list and select then tap and hold 1.

  • Page 62: View An Email Message

    → Select a file to attach an image file. Send to send the message. Select › View an email message Open the application list and select Select an email message. From the message view, use the following options: To move to the previous or next message, select ●...

  • Page 63: Email

    To add a star to the message, select ● To view an attachment, select ● device, select Save. Available options may vary depending on the account. Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account. ›...
  • Page 64 Select Add recipients of your message. Enter email addresses manually, separating them with a ● semicolon. Select email addresses from the lists by selecting ● + Cc/Bcc and add more recipients. Select You can also add yourself to the recipient list by selecting +Me.
  • Page 65 To print the message using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with select some Samsung printers. To customise the email settings, select ● To add a star to the message, select ● To save an attachment to your device, select the ●...

  • Page 66: Talk

    Talk Learn to chat with friends and family via Google Talk This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Set your status Open the application list and select Enter your Google account and password and select in (if necessary).

  • Page 67: Social Hub

    Social Hub Learn to access Social Hub application for Social Network Service (SNS), email, messages, contacts or calendar information. Visit socialhub.samsungapps.com for more details. Open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, add an account or skip it for a later setup.

  • Page 68: Entertainment

    › 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 69: Play Music

    › Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card, Open the application list and select Select a music category Tap the music player field. Control playback with the virtual keys. While playing music, use the following options: To add a music file to a playlist, select ●...

  • Page 70: Create A Playlist

    › Create a playlist Open the application list and select → New playlist. Select Enter a title for your new playlist and select To add music files to the playlist, select music files you want to add and select Done. ›...

  • Page 71: Music Hub

    Music Hub You can access the online music store, and search for and buy your favourite songs. You can also add a music file to your wish list and play downloaded music files. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 72: Capture A Photo

    › Capture a photo Open the application list and select camera. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Use camera shortcuts. ● ● ● ● ● You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. Change the camera settings.
  • Page 73 Number Function Switch to the camcorder. Capture a photo. Open the image viewer to view photos or videos you captured or recorded. Tap where you want to focus on the preview screen. The focus frame moves to the place you tap and changes to green when the subject is in focus.
  • Page 74 › 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 condition and subjects. For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure.

  • Page 75: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    Make any necessary adjustments. Aim the camera lens at your subject and select Your device recognises people in an image and detects their smiles. When the subject smiles, the device automatically takes a photo. › Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama shooting mode.

  • Page 76: Customise Camera Settings

    Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take the first photo. Move the device to follow the moving subject. The device automatically takes the next photos. Continue to follow the subject until the device has captured all the shots necessary for the action photo. ›...
  • Page 77 Option Function Apply a special effect, such as sepia or Effects black and white tones. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to White balance lighting conditions. Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Outdoor Activate Outdoor visibility to select an visibility appropriate lighting condition.

  • Page 78: Record A Video

    › Record a video Open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Use camcorder shortcuts. ●...
  • Page 79 Number Function Change the camcorder settings. Check the camcorder status. ● ● Switch to the camera. Record a video. Open the image viewer to view photos or videos you captured or recorded. Tap where you want to focus on the preview screen. The focus frame moves to the place you tap and changes to green when the subject is in focus.

  • Page 80: Customise Camcorder Settings

    › Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video, select options: Option Edit shortcuts Self recording Flash Recording mode Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Timer Effects Resolution White balance Outdoor visibility Guidelines Storage Reset to access the following Function Edit shortcuts to frequently used options. Switch between the front and rear camera lenses.

  • Page 81: Video Player

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently-used options. From the preview screen, select 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 82: Gallery

    To view the list of bookmarks, select ● This option appears only if you have bookmarked during playback by selecting . To display subtitles, select ● appears only when a video supports a subtitle file. To apply a colour effect, select ●...

  • Page 83: 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 84: Photo Editor

    To crop an image from a photo, select ● To print a photo using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, select ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. To copy a photo, select ● To use motion recognition, select ● ›...
  • Page 85 → OK and drag your finger over the area you Select want to select. To change the type of the selection tool, select ● To add to or subtract from the selection border, select ● . If you select Grab, you can adjust the , or selection size by selecting .

  • Page 86: Video Maker

    Video maker You can edit videos and apply various effects. The video editor supports the following video resolutions and codecs: Type Format 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 720 x 480, 1280 x 720, Resolutions 1920 x 1080 Codecs H.264, H.263, mpeg4 Some video files in Gallery may not be viewable ●...

  • Page 87: Game Hub

    To add more files, repeat step 4-5. Transition or Select between images or videos. Effect → Select When you are finished, select Select a resolution and enter a name for the video. Game Hub Learn to play social and premium games. Open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select Confirm.

  • Page 88: 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 Open the application list and select Select Select a memory location.

  • Page 89: Find A Contact

    › Retrieve contacts by your account You can retrieve contacts by synchronising your assigned account. Open the application list and select → View SNS friends. Select Select an account. Select contacts An updated contact list is retrieved and saved on your device automatically.

  • Page 90: Import Or Export Contacts

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

  • Page 91: Create Your Namecard

    To copy or move contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card, Open the application list and select → Import/Export Select Select contacts and select › Create your namecard Open the application list and select → My profile. Select Edit.

  • Page 92: Calendar

    Calendar Learn to create and manage daily, weekly, or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. › Change the calendar view Open the application list and select Select a view mode from the top of the calendar. : Hourly blocks for one full day ●...

  • Page 93: Memo

    To view events of a specific date, Open the application list and select Select a date on the calendar. To move to a specific day by entering a date manually, Go to, enter the date by selecting → select and select Set. Select an event to view its details.
  • Page 94 Change the background colour of the memo. Lock the memo. Print the memo using a Wi-Fi or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Upload your memo on community websites. Send the memo to others. Memo. Personal information...

  • Page 95: Connectivity

    Development, and then clear the check 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 (www.samsung.com/kies). Samsung Kies will work on both Windows and Macintosh computers.

  • Page 96: Synchronise With Windows Media Player

    › Synchronise with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. Using the USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC with Windows Media Player installed. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC. Open Windows Media Player to synchronise music files.

  • Page 97: 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 a/b/g/n standards. You can connect to the internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available. Your device uses non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries.
  • Page 98 › Add a Wi-Fi AP manually Open the application list and select and networks Enter the SSID for the network and select the security type. Set the security settings depending on the selected security type. Save. Select › Connect to a Wi-Fi AP using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network.

  • Page 99: Wi-Fi Direct

    › Set the static IP settings Open the application list and select and networks Select an access point on the network list. Select the drop-down menu next to Static. Select Change the IP settings for the access point such as IP address, Network prefix length, Gateway, DNS.

  • Page 100: Bluetooth

    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 101: Turn On The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    › Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature Open the application list and select and networks. Bluetooth to turn on the Bluetooth wireless Select feature. › Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices Open the application list and select and networks devices.

  • Page 102: Allshare

    › Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event, memo, or media file, from an appropriate application. Select an option for sending data via Bluetooth. The method for selecting an option may vary by data type.
  • Page 103 The supported file formats may vary depending on ● the software of the device. Some files may not play on the DLNA- enabled ● devices depending on the devices. › Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device, you must activate media sharing.

  • Page 104: Play Others' Files On Your Device

    › Play your files on another DLNA-enabled device Open the application list and select My device. Select Select a media category Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device. Playback may be buffered, depending on the network connection and the connected server.

  • Page 105: Mobile Network Sharing

    Select Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices. Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Control playback using icons of your device. Mobile network sharing Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless access point for PCs or other devices, and share your device’s mobile network connection.
  • Page 106 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 107: 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 108: Vpn Connections

    Option Use location for Google Search VPN connections You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to your private network securely through a public network, such as the internet. Your device should already be configured with internet access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you need to edit connections.

  • Page 109: Connect To A Private Network

    Option Set IPsec pre- shared key Enable L2TP secret Set L2TP security Set user certificate Set CA certificate DNS search domains When you are finished, select › Connect to a private network Open the application list and select and networks Select a private network to connect.

  • Page 110: Tools

    Tools Alarm Learn to set and control alarms for important events. › Set a new alarm Open the application list and select Select Set alarm details. When you are finished, select › Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, To stop the alarm, drag ●...

  • Page 111: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. Open the application list and select Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform a basic or scientific calculator. Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web and email.
  • Page 112 Tap the screen and use the following options: To view the table of contents, bookmarks, or highlights, ● select To customise the settings for fonts and theme, select ● To adjust the brightness of the screen, select ● To read a book via text-to-speech feature, select ●...

  • Page 113: Google Search

    › Import book files You can import book files (in epub and pdf format) from the internal memory. Some DRM-protected book files are not supported. ● You can purchase a book via online bookstore by ● selecting Open the application list and select →...

  • Page 114: Open A File

    › Supported file formats Type Format Image jpeg, png, gif, wbmp, bmp, agif Format: 3gp (mp4), wmv (asf), avi, mkv, flv, ● webm Codec: mpeg4, H.264, H.263, DivX ● Video wmv7/8, VP8 Extension (File type): avi, divx, mpeg, mp4, ● m4v, 3gp, 3gpp, 3g2, 3gpp2, mkv, wmv, asf, flv Codec: mp3, vorbis, wma, aac, aac+, eaac+, ●...

  • Page 115: Send Files

    Select a folder. To move up one level in the file directory, select ● To return to the top level of the file directory, select ● Select a file to open. › Create a folder Open the application list and select Select Enter a name and select ›...

  • Page 116: Pen Memo

    Pen memo Learn to create sketch memos with various tools. Open the application list and select Select Create a drawing memo with the following tools: Tool Function Enter your text. Write or draw on the screen. Erase the sketch. Customise the tool settings. You can also use the following options: To insert a photo, memo or map, select ●...

  • Page 117: Open A Document

    New file Select Enter contents in the document. When you are finished, select Enter a name for the document and select the location to save the document. Save. Select › Open a document Open the application list and select Local Storage Select To open the recent file you have opened, select a file under Recent Files.

  • Page 118: Sim Toolkit

    To print the file using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, select ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. › Manage documents online To add an account, Open the application list and select Add account.

  • Page 119: Voice Search

    Voice Search Learn to use the voice command feature to search for locations and information by voice. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Open the application list and select Speak now (if necessary). Select Say a command into the microphone.

  • Page 120: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Open the application list and select 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 121: Bluetooth Settings

    : View the connection status. ● Disconnect Wi-Fi Direct ● feature. › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi. › Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. › Bluetooth settings Bluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off.

  • Page 122: Call

    Configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot ● settings to use your device as an access point. Bluetooth tethering ● feature to share your device’s mobile network connection with PCs via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Help : Learn more about USB, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi ●...

  • Page 123: Additional Settings

    Call answering/ending ● The power key ends calls when you press the Power key. Automatic answering automatically answers calls after a specified period. Automatic answering after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). Turn on proximity sensor: Set to turn on the proximity ●...

  • Page 124: Sound

    Use call fail options ● call when a video call fails to connect. Accounts : Set up your accounts for IP call services. ● Use Internet calling ● IP call services are provided only via Wi-Fi. Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. Silent mode : Activate Silent mode to mute all sounds ●...

  • Page 125: Screen

    Screen Change the settings for the display. Brightness : Activate the automatic brightness or set the ● brightness of the display. Screen display ● Font style : Change the font type for the display text. You can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get fonts online.

  • Page 126: Power Saving Mode

    Power saving mode Use Custom power saving ● saving mode when the battery is low. Custom power saving settings ● Power saving mode on saving mode. Turn off Wi-Fi device is not connected with a Wi-Fi AP. Turn off Bluetooth when not in use.
  • Page 127 Use location for Google Search ● your current location for Google search and other Google services. Configure lock screen ● : Disable the screen lock. Unsecure : Set to use the screen lock without a PIN, password, or pattern. Pattern : Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen.
  • Page 128 SIM change alert ● mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. Alert message recipients ● tracking message from your lost device. Remote controls ● the web. Set up SIM card lock ● Lock SIM card to require the PIN before using the device.

  • Page 129: Applications

    This is for application development. Samsung Apps ● 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. : Access the list of the applications...

  • Page 130: Accounts And Sync

    Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. Background data ● feature. The auto sync will run in the background without opening applications and synchronise data. Auto-sync : Set the device to synchronise contact, calendar, ●...

  • Page 131: Storage

    Automatic restore ● application data when the applications are reinstalled on your device. Factory data reset ● default values and delete all your data. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card. You can also format the memory card. Formatting a memory card will permanently delete all data from the memory card.
  • Page 132 › Text-to-speech settings Listen to example ● example. Always use my settings ● language settings you specify over the settings saved in applications. Default engine ● used for spoken text. Install voice data ● text-to-speech feature. Speech rate : Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. ●...
  • Page 133 How to Swype: Learn how to enter text with the Swype keyboard. Personal dictionary: Set up your own dictionary. The words in your dictionary will appear as suggestions for your text inputs. Preferences: Audio feedback ▪ alternative words for your input if you double-tap a word.

  • Page 134: Android Keyboard

    XT9 advanced settings: Activate the advanced features of XT9 mode, such as auto completion, auto correction, or auto substitution, and set up your own word list. : This indicates that the Android : Select keyboard and voice input : This indicates that the Samsung Settings...

  • Page 135: Accessibility

    Samsung keypad. Handwriting settings: Customise the settings for Handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness or pen colour. Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. Accessibility Change the settings for accessibility features.

  • Page 136: Date And Time

    Tap and hold delay ● and holding the screen. Torch light : Turn the torch light on or off. ● Mono audio : Enable mono sound when you listen to audio ● with one earbud. Call answering/ending ● The power key ends call when you press the Power key.

  • Page 137: About Device

    About device Access information about your device, check the device’s status, and update the device system. Settings...

  • Page 138: 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 139: The Touch Screen Responds Slowly Or Improperly

    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 140 Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. ● Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ● Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on. ● Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ●...
  • Page 141 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 142 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 143: Safety Precautions

    Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased. Handle and dispose of the device and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
  • Page 144 Protect the device and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing your device to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries. •...
  • Page 145 • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories. Turn off your device when in an aircraft Using your device in an aircraft is illegal. Your device may interfere with the electronic navigation instruments of the aircraft.
  • Page 146 • Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary. If you need to make a call, dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue.
  • Page 147 Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 45 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C. •...
  • Page 148 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 •...
  • Page 149 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 paint or put stickers on your device Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. If you are allergic to paint or metal parts of the product, you may experience itching, eczema, or swelling of the skin.
  • Page 150 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 151 For more information, visit www.samsung.com/sar and search for your device with the model number. 0.079 W/kg 0.715 W/kg...

  • Page 152: 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 153 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 154: Index

    Index access codes 138 alarms creating 110 deactivating 110 stopping 110 AllShare 103 application list accessing 29 auto rejection 57 battery charging 12 Bluetooth activating 101 finding and pairing with devices 101 receiving data 102 sending data 102 brightness, display 32 calendar creating events 92 viewing events 92...
  • Page 155 60 music player adding files 68 creating playlists 70 playing music 69 navigation 50 PC connections mass storage 96 Samsung Kies 95 Windows Media Player 96 phonebook creating contacts 88 finding contacts 89 photo editor 84 photos capturing 72...
  • Page 156 settings about device 137 accessibility 135 accounts and sync 130 applications 129 call 122 date and time 136 language and input 131 location and security 126 motion 130 power saving mode 126 privacy 130 screen 125 sound 124 storage 131 wireless and networks 120 silent mode 30 SIM card...
  • Page 157 2011.11.07 (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.
  • Page 158 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). 01/2012. Rev. 1.0...

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