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Samsung Galaxy Galaxy 551 User Manual

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  • Page 1 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.samsungmobile.com) and install it on your PC.
  • Page 2 GT-I5510 user manual...

  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    Using this manual Thank you for purchasing 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. This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device.

  • Page 4: 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 5 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. • ™ The Android logo, Google Search ™...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ... Unpack ... 9 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 9 Charge the battery ... 11 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 13 Attach a hand strap (optional) ... 15 Getting started ... Turn your device on and off ... 16 Get to know your device ...
  • Page 7 Communication ... Calling ... 34 Messaging ... 38 Google Mail ... 40 Email ... 41 Talk ... 43 Social Hub ... 44 Entertainment ... Camera ... 45 Gallery ... 53 Music ... 54 FM Radio ... 57 Contents Personal information ... Contacts ...
  • Page 8 News and Weather ... 75 Samsung Apps ... 76 Market ... 77 Connectivity ... Bluetooth ... 78 Wi-Fi ... 80 AllShare ... 81 USB tethering and portable hotspot ... 83 PC connections ... 84 VPN connections ... 85 Tools ...
  • Page 9 Display ... 94 Location & security ... 94 Applications ... 95 Accounts & sync ... 96 Privacy ... 96 SD card & phone storage ... 97 Search ... 97 Language & keyboard ... 97 Voice input & output ... 98 Accessibility ...

  • Page 10: Assembling

    • Battery • Travel adapter (charger) • User manual 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 may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
  • Page 11 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold [ Power off to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Assembling Insert the SIM or USIM card.

  • Page 12: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with the provided 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 13: Charge With The Travel Adapter

    • If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. 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 14: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    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 15: Remove The Memory Card

    • Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a 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 lifespan of memory cards.

  • Page 16: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device. › Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device.

  • Page 17: 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, tap the Android image and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Power off.
  • Page 18 Headset jack (3.5 mm) Power/Lock key Internal antenna Multifunction jack Camera lens Alphanumeric keys Back cover Shift key Alt key Symbol key Speaker Message key The composition of the QWERTY keyboard may differ depending on your region. Delete key Enter key Confirm key Navigation Search key...

  • Page 19: Indicator Icons

    › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus Power/ Lock (press and hold); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on Menu the current screen. Return to the idle screen; Open Home the list of recent applications (press and hold).
  • Page 20 Icon Definition GPS activated Call in progress Call on hold Speakerphone activated Missed call Synchronised with the web Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated Icon Definition WLAN hotspot activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message...

  • Page 21: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Vibration mode activated Music playback in progress FM radio turned on in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time 10:00 Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions.

  • Page 22: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Control your touch screen with the following actions: • Tap: Touch once with your finger to select or launch a menu, option, or application. • Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds to open a pop-up option list. •...

  • Page 23: Remove Items From The Idle Screen

    › Add items to the idle screen You can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To add items to the idle screen, Add or tap and hold the empty area on Press [ →...

  • Page 24: Access Applications

    › Use the shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open the shortcuts panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of notifications, such as messages, calls, events or processing status.

  • Page 25: Access Recent Applications

    Select an application. • When you use applications provided by Google, you must have a Google account. If you do not have a Google account, sign up for a Google account. • You can add a shortcut to an application by tapping and holding the application icon from the application list.

  • Page 26: 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 →...

  • Page 27: Change Your Ringtone

    Select an image. Getting started Select Save or Set wallpaper. Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. › Adjust the brightness of the display In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings →...
  • Page 28 • If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Before bringing your device to a Samsung Service Centre, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on your device.

  • Page 29: Enter Text

    Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue. Enter the password again and select › Lock your SIM or USIM card You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Location &...
  • Page 30 ABC mode. Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. Number If you have text input keyboards downloaded from the web, you can change the keypad type. Tap and hold the text input field and select Input method a keypad type.

  • Page 31: Copy And Paste Text

    › Enter text using the QWERTY keyboard When you slide open the device, you can use the QWERTY keyboard. Select the keys as necessary to enter your text. Use the following features with the QWERTY keyboard: • Press [ ] to change case. •...

  • Page 32: Download Applications From Android Market

    Download applications from Android 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. • This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 33: Synchronise Data

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

  • Page 34: Synchronise Data Manually

    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. For online community services, such as Facebook or MySpace, enter your user name and password and select Log in. › Activate automatic sync In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Accounts &...

  • Page 35: 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 36: Call An International Number

    Reject a call When a call comes in, drag left until it reaches the dot. The caller will hear a busy tone. Call an international number In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone Keypad, and tap and hold 0 to insert the + →...

  • Page 37: View And Dial Missed Calls

    • To listen and talk to the other party via a Bluetooth headset, select Headset. • To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you, select Mute. • To activate the speakerphone feature, select In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature.

  • Page 38: View Call Logs

    Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area.

  • Page 39: Messaging

    Messaging Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. ›...

  • Page 40: Listen To Voice Mail Messages

    Press [ Attach an option and add an item. → → You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo, video, or sound. Press [ Add subject and add a subject for the → message. Send to send the message.

  • Page 41: Google Mail

    Google Mail You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screen appears. The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold. If you have labelled a message, its label appears in a coloured rectangle on the message.

  • Page 42: Email

    • To archive the message, select Archive. • Delete. To delete the message, select • To move to the previous or next message, select › 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.

  • Page 43: Send An Email Message

    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 44: Talk

    From the message view, use the following options: • To reply to the message, press [ • To forward the message to other people, press [ Forward. • To delete the message, press [ • To view an attachment, select the attachment item. To save it to your memory card, select Talk Learn to chat with friends and family via Google Talk...

  • Page 45: Social Hub

    Social Hub ™ Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for email, messages, instant messages, contacts or calendar information. Visit http://socialhub.samsungmobile.com for more details. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Social Hub. Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub. Communication...

  • Page 46: 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. To use the camera, you must first insert a memory card. •...

  • Page 47: Capture A Photo By Using Preset

    Number Function Check the camera status and settings. • : Resolution • : Exposure metre type • : Number of photos you can take (according to available memory) • : Storage location Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the brightness;...

  • Page 48: Capture A Series Of Photos

    For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select a scene → → Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo.

  • Page 49: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    Make any necessary adjustments. Tap and hold . The camera will continue to take photos until you release the camera shutter. › Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama shooting mode. This mode is convenient for photographing landscapes.

  • Page 50: Customise Camera Settings

    Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select Add me. → Make any necessary adjustments. Tap the left or right side where you want to take the first photo. Select to take the first photo. Make any necessary adjustments for the second photo. Select to take the second photo.
  • Page 51 Option Function Select the length of the delay before Timer the camera takes a photo. Resolution Change the resolution option. White Adjust the colour balance according to balance lighting conditions. Apply a special effect, such as sepia or Effects black and white tones. Metering Select a type of exposure metre.
  • Page 52 › Record a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Check the camcorder status and settings.

  • Page 53: Customise Camcorder Settings

    Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camera may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed. After recording videos, select to view the recorded videos.

  • Page 54: Gallery

    Setting Function Audio recording Turn the audio on or off. Set the camera to display the Review recorded video. Reset Reset menus and shooting options. Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved on your memory card. › Supported file formats Type Format Extension: bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp,...

  • Page 55: 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 the optional Samsung Kies. p. 84 ► p. 67 ►...

  • Page 56: Play Music

    • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 79 ► • Copy to your memory card. p. 84 ► › Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. Select a music category a music file.

  • Page 57: Create A Playlist

    • You can control playback with the supplied headset: Press the headset button to play or pause playback. You can also press and hold the headset button to launch the music player. • ™ WOW HD significantly improves the playback quality of audio, delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep, rich bass and high frequency clarity for crisp detail.

  • Page 58: Fm Radio

    Option Function Set whether or not to activate the virtual 5.1 channel surround 5.1 channel sound system when a headset is connected. Equalizer Select a default equaliser type. FM Radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect the supplied headset, which serves as the radio antenna.

  • Page 59: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Number Function Change the sound output (headset or device's speaker). Turn off the FM radio; Select to turn on the FM radio. Change the frequency by 0.1 MHz. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list.
  • Page 60 Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list. You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio station; Tap and hold a radio station on the favourites list and select Remove or Rename. ›...

  • Page 61: 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 62 Scroll up or down on the contact list. Select a contact’s name. Once you find a contact, you can: • call the contact by selecting a phone number. • Message. send a message by selecting • edit the contact information by pressing [ ›...

  • Page 63: Create A Group Of Contacts

    Press [ Get friends. → Select an account. › Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. Start by creating a group. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts Groups.

  • Page 64: Calendar

    Press [ Import/Export → → Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the account. Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and select OK. Select contact files to import and select To export contacts from your device to a memory card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select...

  • Page 65: Create An Event

    › Create an event In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Press [ Create. → Enter the details of the event as required. Save. Select › View events To change the calendar view, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar.

  • Page 66: Memo

    Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date. › Create a memo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Memo. Create memo or press [ Select Enter your memo text. Press [ ] to hide the keypad.

  • Page 67: Play A Voice Memo

    Speak into the microphone. When you are finished recording a memo, select Your memo is saved automatically. To record more voice memos, select bottom of the screen. › Play a voice memo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Recorder.

  • Page 68: Web

    Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Browser 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 69 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: • To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen, or flick any direction to display and select a zoom icon.

  • Page 70: Bookmark Your Favourite Web Pages

    › Bookmark your favourite web pages If you know the web address of a web page, you can manually add a bookmark. To add a bookmark, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Browser. Bookmarks. Select → Add or press [ Bookmark last-viewed Select →...

  • Page 71: Layar

    Most visited or History. Select → Select a web page to access. You can add a web page to the bookmark list by selecting the star icon on the right. Layar Layar allows you to browse locations for real-time local information or maps through the camera of your device and to share the information with others.

  • Page 72: Google Maps

    › Activate location services to use with Google Maps You must activate location services to find your location and search the map. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Location & security. → Adjust the following settings to activate location services: Option Function...

  • Page 73: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    › Get directions to a specific destination In Idle mode, open the application list and select Maps. Press [ Directions. → Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or point the location on the map, select on map.

  • Page 74: Navigate To Your Destination

    › Search for a place around you This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Places. Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category.

  • Page 75: Google Search

    Google Search You can search for applications in your device and specific data on the web. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Google Search. Enter a letter or a word of the data to search. Select the item's name you want to access. YouTube YouTube is a free online video streaming service.

  • Page 76: News And Weather

    Number Function Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Scan forward in a file. Change the quality of the display. Pause playback; Select to resume playback. › Upload videos In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube.

  • Page 77: 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. News Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps.

  • Page 78: Market

    Market You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from the Android Market. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market. Search for a file and download it to the device. p.

  • Page 79: Connectivity

    Connectivity • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. •...

  • Page 80: Wireless Feature

    › Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless & 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 81: 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. 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 b/g/n standards.

  • Page 82: Allshare

    › Add a WLAN manually In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless & networks → Add Wi-Fi network. Enter the SSID for the network and select the security type. Set the security settings depending on the selected security type.
  • Page 83 Option Function Access point Select a WLAN AP to use for DLNA network connections. Upload Set whether or not to accept the from other upload from other devices. devices › Play your files on another DLNA- enabled device In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare.

  • Page 84: Usb Tethering And Portable Hotspot

    Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device. USB tethering and portable hotspot 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 85: 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.samsungmobile.com). Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.

  • Page 86: Vpn Connections

    Select UMS mode only → When connected, select Turn on USB storage. Open the folder to view files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. When you are finished, select Turn off USB storage. 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.
  • Page 87 Option Function Set VPN Enter the IP address of the VPN server server. Enable Set to encrypt the VPN server. encryption Set IPSec pre-shared Enter a pre-shared key. Enable L2TP Set to use the L2TP secret password. secret Set L2TP Enter the L2TP secret password.

  • Page 88: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to use clock display on the Idle screen, and set and control alarms for important events. › Use the clock display In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock. Press [ Alarms. → Press [ Desk clock.

  • Page 89: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view or slide open the device to use the scientific calculator.

  • Page 90: Task Manager

    Task Manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications, package size of applications, and memory information, and monitor the RAM memory. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Manager. Use the following options: • : View the list of all the applications currently running on your device.
  • Page 91 Enter text using the text input panel. When you are finished, select one of the options. • To send a text message with the text, select message or Send. • To upload the text to a community website, select Update status. •...

  • Page 92: 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 & networks Change the settings for wireless network connections. › Airplane mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.

  • Page 93: Call Settings

    • Portable Wi-Fi hotspot : Activate the Portable WLAN hotspot feature to share your device's mobile network connection with PCs or other devices through the WLAN feature. p. 83 ► • Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings settings for your WLAN hotspot. ›...

  • Page 94: Sound

    › Voicemail service Select your service provider's voicemail service. You can also select other voicemail services if you downloaded applications that support them. › Voicemail settings Enter the number to access the voicemail service. You can obtain this number from your service provider. ›...

  • Page 95: Display

    • Notification ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to events, such as incoming messages, missed calls, and alarms. • Audible touch tones : Set the device to sound when you touch the keys on the dialling screen. • Audible selection : Set the device to sound when you select an application or option on the touch screen.

  • Page 96: Applications

    : Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen. Password : Set a password (alphanumeric) to unlock the screen. • Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card : Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device. Change SIM PIN : Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data.

  • Page 97: Accounts & Sync

    This is for application development. • Samsung Apps : Select a network connection (Wi-Fi or packet switched data network) to get application update notification from Samsung Apps. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Settings Accounts & sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation.

  • Page 98: Sd Card & Phone Storage

    Change the settings for text input. › Select language Select a display language for all menus and applications. › Samsung keypad • Input languages : Select languages for text input. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages.

  • Page 99: Voice Input & Output

    • 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 100: Accessibility

    • Driving mode : Activate Driving mode to set the device to read verbally notifications for incoming calls or messages, or event details. • Always use my settings : Set the device to use the settings you specify in applications rather than the default settings.

  • Page 101: About Phone

    • Use 24-hour format : Set to the time to be displayed in 24-hour format. • Select date format : Select a date format. About phone Access information about your device, check the device’s status, and learn how to use your device. Settings...

  • Page 102: 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 Password is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 103 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 104 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 105 Troubleshooting 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 106 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 107 Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 metres). 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 108: 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 109 Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing your device and batteries 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 110 • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas. • 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.
  • Page 111 • Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies. • Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are in danger, call a local emergency number.
  • Page 112 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 113 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 114 Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your charges.

  • Page 115: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    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. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical &...
  • Page 116 “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 117: Index

    Index access codes airplane mode alarms creating 87 stopping 87 AllShare battery charging 11 installing 9 Bluetooth activating 78 finding and pairing with devices 79 receiving data 79 sending data 79 Index brightness, display calculator calendar creating events 64 viewing events 64 call forwarding call log calls...
  • Page 118 finding 60 importing 62 setting speed dial 61 device customising 25 indicator icons 18 keys 18 layout 16 settings 91 shortcuts panel 23 turning on or off 16 DLNA see AllShare downloads applications 31 files 31 email sending 42 setting accounts 41 viewing 42 file manager fixed dialling number mode...
  • Page 119 39 music player adding files 54 creating playlists 56 playing music 55 news and weather PC connections mass storage 84 Samsung Kies 84 Index phonebook creating contacts 60 creating groups 62 creating your namecard 61 finding contacts 60 photos...
  • Page 120 synchronisation with web accounts 32 task manager text input text memos text messages sending 38 viewing 39 time and date, set touch screen locking 21 using 20 unpack USIM card installing 9 locking 28 video player videos capturing 51 playing 54 voice mail voice recorder playing 65...
  • Page 122 (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.

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