Samsung GT-S5830 User Manual

Samsung GT-S5830 User Manual

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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)
1.
Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung
website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your
PC.
2.
Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC.
Samsung Kies will launch automatically.
If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, double-
click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC.
Refer to the Kies help for more information.
English. 07/2011. Rev. 1.0

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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.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC.
  • Page 2 GT-S5830 user manual...
  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. Refer to www.samsung.com for the latest version of the This device will provide you with high quality mobile user manual.
  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    Refer to—pages with related information; for other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. example: p.12 (represents “see page 12”) ► Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. → Followed by—the order of options or menus •...
  • Page 5 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ • The Android logo, Google Search , Google Maps ™...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ..........Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys .. 22 Get to know the idle screen ......22 Unpack ..............9 Access applications .......... 25 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ..9 Customise your device ........27 Charge the battery ...........
  • Page 7 FM radio .............. 62 Calling ..............37 Messaging ............41 Personal information ......Google Mail ............43 Contacts .............. 65 Mail by Samsung ..........44 Calendar .............. 69 Mail ............... 46 Memo ..............70 Messenger ............47 Voice recorder ............ 71 Talk ...............
  • Page 8 YouTube .............. 79 Wi-Fi ..............87 News & Weather ..........81 AllShare ............... 88 Samsung Apps ..........82 Mobile network sharing ........90 Market ..............82 PC connections ..........91 App Shop ............82 VPN connections ..........92 Backup ..............83 Tools ............
  • Page 9 Task manager ............ 98 Privacy .............. 106 ThinkFree Office ..........98 SD card and phone storage ......107 Voice Search ............ 100 Locale and text ..........107 Voice input and output ........ 109 Settings ..........Accessibility ............. 110 Access the Settings menu ......101 Date and time ..........
  • Page 10: Assembling

    Travel adapter (charger) be compatible with your device. • Quick start guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or Install the SIM or USIM card and illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions battery that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.
  • Page 11 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. If the device is on, press and hold [ ] and select Power off OK to turn it off. →...
  • Page 12: 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 13: Charge With A Travel Adapter

    • If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 14: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is Plug one end (micro-USB) of the PC data cable into the no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the multifunction jack. device and then from the power outlet. Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port Do not remove the battery before removing the on a PC.
  • Page 15 Samsung uses approved industry standards for Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of memory cards, but some brands may not be fully the device. compatible with your device. Using an incompatible Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts memory card may damage your device or the facing down.
  • Page 16: Remove The Memory Card

    › › Remove the memory card Format the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause removal. incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device. Settings SD card In Idle mode, select...
  • Page 17: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    Attach a hand strap (optional) Remove the back cover. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. Replace the back cover. Assembling...
  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Getting started Get to know your device › Device layout Turn your device on and off Proximity sensor Earpiece To turn on your device, Press and hold [ If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the Volume key Touch screen on-screen instructions to set up your device.
  • Page 19 › Keys Headset jack Function Multifunction jack Turn on the device (press and Camera lens Speaker hold); Access the quick menus Power/ Lock (press and hold); Lock the touch Power/Lock key screen. Flashbulb Open a list of options available on Menu the current screen.
  • Page 20 › Indicator icons Icon Definition Icons shown on the display may vary depending on Call in progress your region or service provider. Call on hold Icon Definition Speakerphone activated No signal Missed call Signal strength Synchronised with the web GPRS network connected Uploading data UMTS network connected Downloading data...
  • Page 21: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Icon Definition Music playback paused No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message FM radio turned on in the background New email message Error occurred or caution required New voice mail message Battery power level Alarm activated 10:00 Current time Event notification...
  • Page 22 • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use Control your touch screen with the following actions: sharp tools. • Tap: Touch once with your finger to select or launch a • Do not allow the touch screen to come into menu, option, or application.
  • Page 23: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    → Scroll left or right to a screen mode (Orange or You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any Samsung Home). unwanted device operations. To lock, press [ ]. To unlock, turn on the screen and drag Select Set.
  • Page 24: Use The Shortcuts Panel

    › Remove items from the idle screen Select the item category an item: → • Widgets /Orange Widgets/Android Widgets: Add Tap and hold an item to remove. widgets. Widgets are small applications that provide The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. convenient functions and information on your idle screen.
  • Page 25: Use Gestures

    › Add or remove panels to the idle screen When you are finished, press [ In Samsung Home mode, you can add or remove panels › Use gestures of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs.
  • Page 26: Access Applications

    Organise applications Select an application. • In Samsung Home mode, you can reorganise the When you use applications provided by Google, applications in the application list by changing their order you must have a Google account. If you do not...
  • Page 27: Access Recent Applications

    › Use the task manager Drag the application icon to the location you want. You can move an application icon to another main Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than menu screen. one application at the same time. However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or Press [ Save.
  • Page 28: Customise Your Device

    › Customise your device Switch to Silent mode To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following: Get more from your device by customising it to match your • preferences. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Keypad and tap and hold .
  • Page 29 You can lock the touch screen with an unlock pattern or Save or Set wallpaper. Select password to prevent unauthorised people from using the Samsung is not responsible for any use of default device without your permission. images or wallpapers provided on your device. Getting started...
  • Page 30 • If you forget your PIN or password, bring your Set an unlock PIN code device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. In Idle mode, open the application list and select • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security...
  • Page 31: Enter Text

    → • If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your (Swype or Samsung keypad). SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter › a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM Enter text using the Swype keyboard card.
  • Page 32 Continue until you have finished the word. You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Switch between Symbol mode and ABC/ Number mode. Release the finger on the last character. Insert a space. When the word displays correctly, select to insert a space.
  • Page 33: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad

    • To view help information for using the Swype keyboard, tap and hold Number Function › Enter text using the Samsung keypad Change case. Switch between Number/Symbol mode and Portrait keypad types and select a text Select → ABC mode.
  • Page 34: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text Number Function While you are entering text, you can use the copy and Clear your input. paste feature to use text in other applications. Start a new line. Place the cursor on the text you want to copy. Access the keypad settings;...
  • Page 35: Download Applications From Android Market

    › Download applications from Uninstall an application Android Market From the Android Market home screen, select apps. Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality Select the item you want to delete. can be extended by installing additional applications. Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to Select Uninstall →...
  • Page 36: Synchronise Data

    › Set up a server account To download files from the web, In Idle mode, open the application list and select In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet. Settings Accounts and sync. → Search for a file or application and download it. Select Add account an account type.
  • Page 37: Synchronise Data Manually

    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. → Select an account. Sync now. Your device will start Press [ →...
  • Page 38: Communication

    Communication Make a call In Idle mode, open the application list and select Keypad, and enter an area code and a phone → number. Calling Select to make a call. Learn to use calling functions, such as making and End call. To end the call, select answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features.
  • Page 39: Call An International Number

    • Reject a call To place a call on hold or retrieve a held call during a call, press and hold the headset button. When a call comes in, drag left until it reaches the dot. • To end a call, press the headset button. The caller will hear a busy tone.
  • Page 40: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › • View and dial missed calls To open the dialling screen, select Dialpad. • To listen and talk to the other party via a Bluetooth Your device will display calls you have missed. To dial the headset, select Headset. number of a missed call, open the shortcuts panel and •...
  • Page 41: View Call Logs

    Set call waiting Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK. Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. FDN list and add contacts to be used in FDN Select mode.
  • Page 42: Messaging

    Select a log to view its details. Select Contacts. From the detail view, you can dial the number, send You can enter a number manually or select one from a message to the number or add the number to the the logs or contact groups by selecting another option.
  • Page 43: Listen To Voice Mail Messages

    Select contacts and select Add. Select a contact. Select Tap to compose and enter your message text. For a multimedia message, select a message to view the details. Insert smiley. To insert emoticons, press [ → › Select an option and add an item. →...
  • Page 44: Google Mail

    Google Mail Enter a name or address in the recipient field. Enter a subject and message. ™ You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox To attach an image file, press [ Attach a file.
  • Page 45: Mail By Samsung

    Organise email by labels Select the label of the messages you want to view. You can organise your email by labelling your messages Mail by Samsung or adding stars to mark important messages. You can sort messages by label filter.
  • Page 46: Set Up An Email Account

    → Select Contacts. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mail by Samsung. You can enter an email address manually or select one from the logs or contact groups by selecting another Enter your email address and password.
  • Page 47: Mail

    Mail In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mail by Samsung an email account. → You can send and receive email messages via the email account supplied with your service provider. In Idle mode, Refresh to update the message list.
  • Page 48: Messenger

    Messenger Talk ™ Use Orange Messenger to chat with your friends. You can Learn to chat with friends and family via Google Talk access features used when using Windows Live, such as the This feature may be unavailable depending on your contact list and buddies.
  • Page 49: Social Hub

    › Social Hub Start a chat ™ Talk. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for Social Network Service Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen (SNS), email, messages, instant messages (IM), contacts or opens.
  • Page 50: Entertainment

    Entertainment › Capture a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Camera Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary can take photos at resolutions up to 2560 x 1920 pixels adjustments.
  • Page 51 Number Function Number Function Check the camera status and settings. Capture a photo. • : Resolution View the photo you captured last. • : Exposure metre type • : Number of photos you can take Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. (according to available memory) The zoom function may be unavailable when •...
  • Page 52: Capture A Photo By Using Preset

    › • Capture a photo in Smile shot mode To set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact, select Set as. Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you • To delete a photo, select Delete.
  • Page 53: Capture A Series Of Photos

    › › Capture a series of photos Capture a panoramic photo You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama This is useful when you are photographing children at play shooting mode.
  • Page 54: Customise Camera Settings

    › Customise camera settings Option Function Before taking a photo, select to access the → Metering Select a type of exposure metre. following options: Automatically adjust contrast between Auto contrast Option Function your subject and background. Exposure Image quality Set the quality level for your photos. Set the exposure value.
  • Page 55: Record A Video

    › Record a video Setting Function Set the camera to include location In Idle mode, open the application list and select information for your photos. Camera. To improve GPS signals, avoid Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. shooting in locations where the Select to switch to the camcorder.
  • Page 56 Number Function Number Function Check the camcorder status and Record a video. settings. View the video you recorded last. • : Resolution • : Length of video that can Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. be recorded (according to available The zoom function may be unavailable when memory) recording in the highest resolution.
  • Page 57: Customise Camcorder Settings

    • To play a video, select Play. Before recording a video, select to access the → • Delete. following settings: To delete a video, select › Setting Function Customise camcorder settings Display the guidelines on the Before recording a video, select to access the →...
  • Page 58: Gallery

    › Gallery View a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Learn to view photos and play videos saved on your Gallery. memory card. Select a folder. › Supported file formats To change the view mode, select at the top Type Format...
  • Page 59: Music

    › Music Play a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with Gallery. the music player. The music player supports the following file formats: mp3, ogg, aac. Select a video (with the icon) to play.
  • Page 60: Play Music

    Control playback with the following keys: Start by transferring files to your memory card: • Download from the wireless web. p. 72 ► • Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 91 ► • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 86 ►...
  • Page 61: Create A Playlist

    • You can control playback with a headset: Press the Number Function headset button to play or pause playback. You can Pause playback; Select to resume also press and hold the headset button to launch playback. the music player. ™ •...
  • Page 62: Customise Music Player Settings

    › Customise music player settings Press [ Add to playlist New. → → Enter a title for your new playlist and select Save. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. To add more music files to the playlist, play a file and Add to playlist press [ the new playlist.
  • Page 63: Fm Radio

    FM radio Control the FM radio with the following keys: Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. › Listen to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device.
  • Page 64: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Scroll to the radio station you want. Number Function Select to add to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio station; Tap and hold a radio station on the ›...
  • Page 65 Option Function Set whether or not to run the FM radio in the background while using Background other applications. If this feature is playing on, you can control the FM radio from the shortcuts panel. Set whether or not to show the station ID on the FM radio screen;...
  • Page 66: Personal Information

    Personal information Enter contact information. Select Save to add the contact to memory. You can also create a contact from the dialling screen. Contacts In Idle mode, open the application list and select Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or Keypad.
  • Page 67: Find A Contact

    › Find a contact Select a location number a contact. → You can quickly dial this number by touching and In Idle mode, open the application list and select holding the location number from the dialling screen. Scroll up or down on the contact list. ›...
  • Page 68: Copy Contacts

    › Retrieve contacts from your community Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group. accounts Select Save. You can view the list of community website accounts and › Copy contacts select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts.
  • Page 69: Import Or Export Contacts

    › Import or export contacts To export contacts from your device to a memory card, To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card In Idle mode, open the application list and select to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Press [ Import/Export Export to SD card.
  • Page 70: Calendar

    › View social network activities Enter the details of the event as required. You can view the recent activities of contacts in social Select Done. network services, such as Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter. › View events In Idle mode, open the application list and select To change the calendar view, Activities.
  • Page 71: Memo

    › Stop an event alarm Select Create memo or press [ Create. → If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm Enter your memo text. icon will appear at the specified time. Press [ ] to hide the keypad. Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen.
  • Page 72: Voice Recorder

    › Voice recorder Play a voice memo Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select Learn to operate your device's voice recorder. recorder. To use the voice recorder, you must first insert a memory card. Select List. Select a voice memo to play. ›...
  • Page 73: Web

    › Browse web pages In Idle mode, open the application list and select Web services require a data connection. Contact your Internet to launch a specified homepage. operator to choose the best data plan. To access a specific web page, select the URL input field, enter the web address of the web page, and select Internet...
  • Page 74 • To reload the current web page, press [ Refresh. → Number Function • Forward. To go to the next page in history, press [ → Enter the web address of a web page • To bookmark the current web page, press [ →...
  • Page 75: Search For Information By Voice

    › Search for information by voice Bookmarks. Select → This feature may be unavailable depending on your Add or press [ Bookmark last-viewed Select → region or service provider. page. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Enter a page title and a web address. Internet.
  • Page 76: Maps

    Maps • To copy the web address of the web page, select Copy link URL. ™ Learn to use Google Maps to find your location, search • To delete the bookmark, select Delete bookmark. the map for streets, cities, or countries, and get directions. •...
  • Page 77: Google Maps

    › › Activate location services to use with Search for a specific location Google Maps Maps In Idle mode, open the application list and select You must activate location services to find your location and search the map. If you are launching this application for the first time, select OK to confirm.
  • Page 78: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    › › Get directions to a specific destination Share your location via Google Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view Maps In Idle mode, open the application list and select ™ friends’ locations via Google Latitude In Idle mode, open the application list and select Press [ Directions.
  • Page 79: Navigate To Your Destination

    › › Search for a place around you Navigate to your destination This feature may be unavailable depending on your Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show region or service provider. your destination with voice guidance. •...
  • Page 80: Google Search

    Google Search Enter your destination by using one of the following methods: You can search for applications in your device and specific • Speak Destination : Speak your destination such as data on the web. "Navigate to destination. " • Type Destination In Idle mode, open the application list and select : Enter your destination with the...
  • Page 81: Watch Videos

    › Watch videos Number Function Move to a point of the file by dragging In Idle mode, open the application list and select the bar. YouTube. Change the quality of the display. If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept to confirm.
  • Page 82: News & Weather

    Select to stop recording. You can change the location to view the weather information in another region. Press [ → Select Save to upload the video that you have Settings Weather settings and clear the check → recorded. box next to Use My Location. Then select a location in Set location.
  • Page 83: Samsung Apps

    This feature may be unavailable depending on your networking, navigation, health related applications and region or service provider. more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market.
  • Page 84: Backup

    Games Search for a file and download it to the device. You can download games from the Orange App Shop. Backup This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. You can back up your contacts to your Orange account and restore them when needed.
  • Page 85: Photo

    Ringtones Find a place, drive or walk with the map, or get traffic and local information. For more details, contact your You can download ringtones and music files from the service provider. Orange App Shop. This feature may be unavailable depending on your Photo region or service provider.
  • Page 86: Connectivity

    Connectivity • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data Bluetooth with devices that are trusted and properly secured.
  • Page 87: Wireless Feature

    › › Find and pair with other Bluetooth- Send data using the Bluetooth wireless enabled devices feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a file or item, such as a contact, memo, or media Settings Wireless and networks Bluetooth file, from an appropriate application or My Files.
  • Page 88: Wi-Fi

    › Activate the WLAN feature When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary). In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless and networks Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi. Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive Select →...
  • Page 89: Allshare

    › › Add a WLAN manually Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless and networks Wi-Fi settings To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files → → Add Wi-Fi network. on your device, you must activate media sharing.
  • Page 90 Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Option Function Playback begins at the selected player. Access point Select a WLAN AP to use for DLNA Control playback using icons of your device. network connections. Playback may be buffered, depending on the Upload Set whether or not to accept the network connection and the connected server.
  • Page 91: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Share your device's mobile network via Select a media category and select files you want to play. Add to playlist. Select Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack Select a player—the one that will play the media file. on your device to a PC.
  • Page 92: Pc Connections

    Select Connect with Samsung Kies Mobile AP settings Configure mobile AP to Select → Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can customise the mobile AP feature: download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies). Option Function...
  • Page 93: Vpn Connections

    Copy files from the PC to the device. When you are finished, select Disconnect storage from PC. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information. To disconnect the device from the PC, click the › Connect as a mass storage device...
  • Page 94 › Set up VPN connections Option Function Enable L2TP Set to use the L2TP secret In Idle mode, open the application list and select secret password. Settings Wireless and networks VPN settings → → Add VPN. → Set L2TP Enter the L2TP secret password. secret Select a VPN type.
  • Page 95 › Connect to a private network In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless and networks VPN settings. → → Select a private network to connect. Enter the user name and password and select Connect. Connectivity...
  • Page 96: Tools

    Tools › Set a new alarm In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock. Clock Press [ Add alarm. → Learn to use the clock display on the Idle screen, and set Set alarm details. and control alarms for important events. Done.
  • Page 97: Calculator

    Calculator Select a download folder. To open a downloaded file, select the log. Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on To delete a log, select the check box and then select your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. Delete.
  • Page 98: My Files

    Select Set shortcut an application or category. In a folder, press [ ] to use the following options: → • To send a file to others via multimedia message, email or Select an application or item (if necessary). the Bluetooth wireless feature, select Share. Select Done.
  • Page 99: Task Manager

    Task manager ThinkFree Office With the task manager, you can view currently running Learn to create and view document files on your device. If applications, package size of applications, and memory you have an account with the ThinkFree web service, you information, and monitor the RAM memory.
  • Page 100 • Enter a name for the document and select To open the toolbar to edit the document (word, Edit. text, or excel file), press [ → Enter contents in the document by using the tools at • To search for text in the document, press [ →...
  • Page 101: Voice Search

    Voice Search Learn to use the voice command feature to dial a number, send a message, or search for locations and information by voice. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search.
  • Page 102: Settings

    Settings › Wi-Fi settings • Wi-Fi : Turn the WLAN feature on or off. p. 87 ► • Network notification : Set the device to notify you when an open network is available. Access the Settings menu • Add Wi-Fi network : Add WLAN APs manually.
  • Page 103: Call Settings

    • • Mobile AP : Activate the Portable WLAN hotspot feature Use only 2G networks : Set the device to connect only to share your device's mobile network connection with to a 2G network. PCs or other devices through the WLAN feature. p.
  • Page 104: Sound

    › Sound Voicemail service Select your service provider's voicemail service. You can Change the settings for various sounds on your device. also select other voicemail services if you downloaded • Silent mode : Activate the silent mode to mute all applications that support them.
  • Page 105: Display

    Display • Horizontal calibration : Calibrate the accelerometer to adjust the horizontal axis of the device for better motion Change the settings for the display. recognition. • Wallpapers Home screen wallpaper : Select a background image Location and security for the idle screen. Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM Lock screen wallpaper : Select a background image...
  • Page 106: Applications

    • Password : Set a password (alphanumeric) to unlock Set password : Create and confirm a password for the screen. accessing credentials. • • Set up SIM card lock Clear storage : Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password. Lock SIM card : Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.
  • Page 107: Accounts And Sync

    When your device is connected to a PC with a PC data sync feature. The auto sync will run in the background cable, the USB debugging mode will be activated and without opening applications and synchronise data. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. • Auto-sync : Set the device to synchronise contact, Stay awake : Set the device’s screen to stay on while...
  • Page 108: Sd Card And Phone Storage

    › • Swype Factory data reset : Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. • Language : Select a language for text input. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter SD card and phone storage text, you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages.
  • Page 109: Samsung Keypad

    • Version sweeping feature for the text input mode. You can switch : View version information. between input modes by scrolling left or right on the › Samsung keypad keypad. • Auto-capitalization : Set the device to automatically • Portrait keypad types...
  • Page 110: Voice Input And Output

    Install voice data for using the text-to-speech you double-tap the space bar. feature. • Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung • Always use my settings : Set to use the speech rate and keypad. language settings you specify over the settings saved in applications.
  • Page 111: Accessibility

    Accessibility • Use 24-hour format : Set to the time to be displayed in 24-hour format. Change the settings for accessibility features. • Select date format : Select a date format. • Accessibility : Activate an accessibility application you have downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which About phone provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback.
  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Code Try this to solve the problem: Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly When you turn on your device or while you are several times. You must enter the PUK using the device, it prompts you to enter one of supplied by your service provider.
  • Page 113 Move to • Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the another area and try again. latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 114 Outgoing calls are not connected Audio quality is poor • • Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. Ensure that you are not blocking the device's internal antenna. • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor •...
  • Page 115 • The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try available memory and battery power to operate the charging the battery again.
  • Page 116 The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error...
  • Page 117 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 118: Safety Precautions

    Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, or disconnect designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can the charger by pulling on the cord cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
  • Page 119 Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage Do not use your device near a pacemaker • • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker if temperatures.
  • Page 120 • • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as speed or chemicals, and at blasting areas. dial and redial. These features help you reduce the time needed to •...
  • Page 121 • Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas 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 Dust can cause your device to malfunction. danger, call a local emergency number.
  • Page 122 Do not store your device near magnetic fields If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use a flash • close to the eyes of people or pets Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to magnetic fields.
  • Page 123 • • Always turn the volume down before plugging the Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. earphones into an audio source and use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery conversation or music.
  • Page 124 Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the You can be injured or damage the device if you fall. device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device Do not use the device for anything other than its intended •...
  • Page 125 Keep your personal and important data safe serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly. • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is Allow only qualified personnel to service your device not responsible for data loss.
  • Page 126: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for website.
  • Page 127: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER your local, free battery return system.
  • Page 128 Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content and services. Any question or request for service relating to the content or services should be made directly to the respective content and service providers.
  • Page 129: Index

    Index access codes calculator call waiting alarms calendar camera creating 95 creating events 69 capturing photos 49 stopping 95 viewing events 69 capturing videos 54 customising camcorder 56 AllShare call forwarding customising camera 53 battery call log connections charging 11 calls Bluetooth 85 installing 9...
  • Page 130 setting speed dial 66 fixed dialling number mode changing mode 22 device flight mode internet customising 27 see web browser FM radio indicator icons 19 listening to 62 language keys 18 saving stations 63 latitude layout 17 gallery settings 101 memory card file formats 57 shortcuts panel 23...
  • Page 131 Samsung Kies sending text 41 PC connections settings setting email accounts 45 mass storage 92 about phone 110 multimedia messages Samsung Kies 91 accessibility 110 sending 41 accounts and sync 106 phonebook viewing 42 applications 105 creating contacts 65 call settings 102...
  • Page 132 locking 30 USIM card WLAN installing 9 activating 87 social hub locking 30 finding and connecting to synchronisation networks 87 video player with web accounts 35 YouTube videos task manager uploading videos 80 capturing 54 text input watching videos 80 playing 58 text memos voice command...
  • Page 134 (name and signature of authorised person) EN 301 908-2 V3.2.1 (05-2007) * 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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