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  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Content in this user manual may differ from the product, or ● from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to www.samsung.com for the latest version of the user manual. Available features and additional services may vary by ●...
  • 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: Instructional Icons

    No part of this user manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics. Using this manual...
  • Page 5 Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ● trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ The Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Google ● ™ ™ ™ ™ Mail , YouTube , Google Play Store, and Google Talk are trademarks of Google, Inc.
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ............12 Unpack ....................12 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ....... 12 Charge the battery ................15 Insert a memory card (optional) ..........18 Getting started ..........21 Turn your device on and off ............21 Get to know your device ...............
  • Page 8 Communication ..........73 Calling ....................73 Messaging ................... 83 Google Mail ..................85 Email ...................... 87 Talk ......................91 ChatON ....................92 Messenger ................... 92 Google+ ....................93 Entertainment ............ 94 Camera ....................94 Video Player ..................106 Gallery ....................109 Paper Artist ..................
  • Page 9 Navigation ..................138 YouTube ..................... 138 Samsung Apps ................140 S Choice ....................141 Play Books ..................141 Play Movies ..................141 Voice Search ..................141 Play Store ................... 142 Readers Hub ..................142 Video Hub ..................143 Learning Hub ................... 143 Connectivity .............
  • Page 10 My Files ....................165 Google ....................166 SIM Toolkit ..................167 Voice talk .................... 167 Mini diary ................... 168 Settings ............169 Access the Settings menu ............169 Wi-Fi ..................... 169 Bluetooth ................... 169 Data usage ..................169 More settings ................... 170 Home screen mode ..............
  • Page 11 S Pen ....................185 Accessory ................... 186 Date and time .................. 186 Accessibility ..................187 Developer options ................. 188 About device ..................190 Troubleshooting ..........191 Index ..............197 Contents...
  • Page 12: Assembling

    ● Battery ● Quick start guide ● Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available ● accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 13 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and select Power off → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
  • Page 14 Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. ● If the memory card becomes lodged in the SIM card slot, you must take your device to a Samsung Service Centre to have the memory card removed. The SIM card slot of your device is only suited for ●...
  • Page 15: Charge The Battery

    Before using the device for the first time or when the battery has been unused for an extended period, you must charge the battery. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unapproved chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your device. You can charge the battery faster with the supplied ●...
  • Page 16 The device may heat up while charging. This is ● normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If your device is not charging properly, take your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Assembling...
  • Page 17 When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the electrical socket. Do not remove the battery while the device is connected to the travel adapter. Doing so may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use.
  • Page 18: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. 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 19: 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 ●...
  • Page 20: Format The Memory Card

    Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device. Remove the memory card. Replace the battery and back cover. 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.
  • Page 21: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you are turning 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 then select Power off →...
  • Page 22: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Light sensor Microphone Proximity sensor Earpiece Front camera lens Power/Reset/ Lock key Touch screen Home key Menu key Back key Multifunction jack Microphone 1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos.
  • Page 23: Key Function

    Headset jack Flash GPS antenna Rear camera lens Volume key Back cover Speaker Main antenna S Pen slot › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the device options (press and Reset hold); Reset the device (press and hold Lock for 10-15 seconds);...
  • Page 24: Indicator Icons

    Function Return to the Home screen; Open the list of recent applications (press and Home hold); Launch the Voice talk application (press twice). Return to the previous screen; Open Back or close the Multi Window panel (press and hold). Volume Adjust the device’s volume. ›...
  • Page 25 Icon Definition Wi-Fi Direct connected Bluetooth feature activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS-based services in use Call in progress Call on hold Speakerphone activated Missed call Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to computer USB tethering activated Wi-Fi hotspot activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message...
  • Page 26 Icon Definition Event notification Roaming (outside of service area) Silent mode activated (mute) Silent mode activated (vibrate) Flight mode activated Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio playing in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time Getting started...
  • Page 27: Use The S Pen And The Touch Screen

    ● Samsung retailer. If your S Pen is not working properly, take it to a ● Samsung Service Centre. For best results, keep the S Pen mostly perpendicular ● to the touch screen and avoid using it at sharp angles.
  • Page 28 Control your touch screen with the following actions: Tap: Touch once with your finger or the supplied S Pen to ● select or launch a menu, option, or application. Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than ●...
  • Page 29: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys When you do not use the device for a specified period, your device turns off the touch screen and locks the touch screen and the keys automatically to prevent unintended operations. To lock the touch screen and the keys manually, press the Power key.
  • Page 30: Change The Home Screen Mode

    Screen rotation : Activate or deactivate the auto rotation ● feature. Bluetooth : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature. ● p. 155 ► Mobile data : Activate or deactivate the data connection. ● Blocking mode : Activate or deactivate Blocking mode. In ●...
  • Page 31 › Customise the quick access panel You can customise the quick access panel at the bottom of the Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts. To remove an application icon, tap and hold the icon, and ● then drag it to the rubbish bin. To add an application shortcut, tap and hold a new ●...
  • Page 32: Use Widgets

    › Use widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. Some widgets connect to web services. Using a ● web-based widget may result in additional charges. The widgets available may vary depending on your ●...
  • Page 33 › Launch Multi Window applications You can run two applications on the screen at the same time. Only applications on the Multi Window panel can run. ● When launching applications that contain multimedia ● files, such as music or videos, sound from both files will be played.
  • Page 34: Access Applications

    Configure Multi Window applications Press and hold [ ] to open the Multi Window panel. Edit. Select You can customise the Multi Window panel by adding or removing applications. Done. When you are finished, select Access applications To access your device’s applications, Apps to access the On the Home screen, select application list.
  • Page 35 Press [ ] to return to the previous screen or press the Home key to return to the Home screen. If you rotate the device while using some features, the ● interface will automatically rotate as well. To prevent the interface from rotating, open the notifications panel and select Screen rotation.
  • Page 36: Download An Application

    › Download an application Play Store or Samsung In the application list, select Apps. Search for an application and download it to the device. To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, you must select Settings Security → →...
  • Page 37: Customise Your Device

    Control active applications: To switch applications, select one from the list. ● End. To close an application, select ● End all. To close all active applications, select ● Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences.
  • Page 38: Change Your Ringtone

    In the application list, select Wallpaper → Home screen. → Select an image folder an image. Samsung is not responsible for any misuse of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. › Change the display font Settings → Display →...
  • Page 39: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

    › Adjust the brightness of the display Your device includes a light sensor, which can detect the level of ambient light and adjust the brightness of the display automatically. You can also manually set the brightness of the display. The brightness of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power.
  • Page 40 If you forget your unlock code, take your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of security ● codes or private information, or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 41 Set an unlock signature Settings → Lock screen → In the application list, select Screen lock → Signature. Set it up. Select Continue. Draw a signature and select Repeat this step 3 times to set the signature unlock. Complete the setup of the secondary unlock PIN or pattern.
  • Page 42: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Set an unlock PIN Settings → Lock screen → In the application list, select Screen lock → PIN. Continue. Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Enter the PIN again and select Set an unlock password Settings Lock screen → →...
  • Page 43: 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 to control the device remotely via the web. Settings →...
  • Page 44: Enter Text

    Enter text You can enter text by speaking words into the microphone, by selecting characters on the virtual keypad, or by writing on the screen. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you must change the writing language to one of the supported languages.
  • Page 45 Continue until you have finished spelling the word. Lift your finger. When the device recognises the correct word, tap the space bar to insert a space. If the device does not recognise the word, select an alternative word from the list that appears.
  • Page 46: Enter Text With The Samsung Keypad

    This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. Insert a space. › Enter text with the Samsung keypad From a text field, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel. Choose input method →...
  • Page 47 You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Switch text input modes. Switch to Handwriting mode; Change the text input method, access the clipboard or access the keypad settings (tap and hold). Clear your input. Start a new line. Insert a full stop;...
  • Page 48: Copy And Paste Text

    When entering text with the 3x4 keypad, you can use the following modes: Mode Function 1. Select to switch to ABC mode. 2. Select a corresponding virtual key until the appropriate character appears. 1. Select to switch to Number mode. 2.
  • Page 49: Synchronise Data

    Synchronise data You can synchronise data with various web servers and back up or restore your data. Once the synchronisation is complete, your device stays connected to the web. If a change is made to the data, the updated information will automatically be synchronised between your device and the web server.
  • Page 50: Using Special Features

    Using special features Your device can be used as a powerful notepad, thanks to multiple features that help you input text, capture drawings, and use motion controls or voice commands. Learn basic S Pen actions Your device is supplied with a specialised S Pen. To perform the following actions, first remove the S Pen from the slot at the bottom of your device.
  • Page 51: Learn Advanced S Pen Actions

    Learn advanced S Pen actions Press and hold the button on the side of the S Pen to perform the following actions: Back Draw to return to the previous screen. Menu Draw to open a list of options available on the current screen. Screen capture Tap and hold the screen to capture a screenshot.
  • Page 52: Learn Motions

    Quick note function. Text selection Drag the S Pen to the left or right on the text to select. Samsung UserManual Learn motions Built-in motion recognition provides you with enhanced controls. You can perform actions by moving your device or performing gestures with your hands.
  • Page 53 Hold to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a voice call. Shake Shake your device to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices or Kies air devices. Using special features...
  • Page 54 Tilt While holding the device with two hands, tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Hand swipe Swipe your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image will be saved to the clipboard and in My Files →...
  • Page 55 Palm touch Touch the screen with your palm to pause media playback or mute the radio. Pan to move While holding an item, slide the device to the left or right to move the item to another page on the Home screen or the application list.
  • Page 56 Pan to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then slide the device in any direction to scroll through the image. Turn over Place the device face down to mute ringtones, pause media playback, or turn off the FM radio (when using the speaker).
  • Page 57 Rotate While the screen is locked, tap and hold the screen, and then rotate the device to the landscape view to launch the camera (when the camera shortcut is activated). p. 176 ► Using special features...
  • Page 58: Use Handwriting Mode

    Use Handwriting mode From the Samsung keypad, you can switch to Handwriting mode to enter text more easily. To switch to Handwriting mode, select Write your text on the handwriting panel. When the device recognises the correct word, select to enter it in the text input field.
  • Page 59 › Pen detection Your device can detect inputs from the S Pen. When you tap the field with the S Pen, the device will open the handwriting panel. To use this feature, tap and hold and then select → Pen detection. ›...
  • Page 60 E.g. Not recognised Most of the languages can recognise not only individual ● characters but characters written together that make up words. (This is referred to as supporting words and phrases.) The languages that do and do not support words and phrase should be listed in this guide.
  • Page 61 For languages in which cursive writing is not recognised, characters should be written separately. Languages that do and do not support cursive writing should be listed in this guide. Languages that support cursive writing: English UK, English US, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, Nederlands, Português Languages that do not support cursive writing: Čeština, Български, Ελληνικά, Eesti, Hrvatski, Magyar, íslenska,...
  • Page 62: Use S Note

    Use S Note With S Note, you can create notes by inserting various multimedia contents into notes and add a note shortcut to the Home screen. S Note. In the application list, select → Select a template. Enter text or draw a sketch. Redo your last action.
  • Page 63 Add a photo or sound clip. Add a sound clip by recording voices or other sounds. Add a multimedia file, such as text, a photo, or a sound clip. To record your actions while drawing a note, select ● To add a page, select ●...
  • Page 64 › Change the pen or text attributes While creating a note, you can change following attributes: To change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour, ● double-tap Number Function Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Open to view more colour or change the shade of colour.
  • Page 65 To change the text attributes, double-tap ● Number Function Select an option. View or change the current attributes. Change the text colour. Add a new colour with the Color Picker. › Tutorial for handwritten formulas and figures Write a formula on a single line. If you write a long formula ●...
  • Page 66 Unclosed parenthesis or missing figure in the square root ● will temporarily result in incorrect formula conversion. The formula will be complete when you finish writing the formula. When you draw an arrow, draw the body of the arrow first. ●...
  • Page 67: Use The Quick Note Pad

    Use the quick note pad From any screen, you can create a quick note of text and sketches. With the S Pen button pressed, double-tap the screen to open the quick note pad. Enter text or draw a sketch. View the quick note pad in widescreen. Redo your last action.
  • Page 68: Use S Planner

    Use S Planner Your device provides you with a powerful planner to help you organise your schedules and tasks more conveniently and effectively. You can create and view events, add items, and change view modes. To launch S Planner, in the application list, select S Planner. Switch to Handwriting mode.
  • Page 69: Create An Event Or Task

    › Create an event or task The tasks and notes you create cannot be synchronised ™ with Google Calendar To create an event, S Planner → In the application list, select If alert messages about the calendar sync appear, select Done.
  • Page 70: Use Voice Talk

    To create an event or task from a memo, This feature is available only for English and Korean. S Planner → In the application list, select Quick add and then enter details. Select Save. When you are finished, select The device will automatically classify the details in the text and enter them into the corresponding fields.
  • Page 71: Use Voice Commands

    Access help information. Deactivate or activate the voice command feature. Select a voice command category. Initiate the voice command feature. › Learn voice commands To view available voice commands, select and a category under What can I say?. › Use voice commands From the Voice talk screen, do one of the following: Select a category to view the available commands.
  • Page 72: Capture Screen Area

    Capture screen area With the S Pen button pressed, select an area by drawing. Select an application from the list of applications that appear on the bottom of screen to associate it with the selected area. Gallery → The selected area is saved in the ●...
  • Page 73: 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 74: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle. To mute the ringtone, press the Volume key while the device is ringing. End call. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle.
  • Page 75: Use Options During A Voice Call

    › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options during a voice call: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select . To retrieve a held call, ●...
  • Page 76: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: To switch between the front and rear camera lens, select ● Switch Camera. To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot ●...
  • Page 77: Set Auto Rejection

    › Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. Phone. In the application list, select → Call settings → Call rejection. Press [ Auto reject mode switch to the right. Drag the Auto reject mode →...
  • Page 78: Set Call Forwarding

    › 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 79: View Call Logs

    › Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature is available only for voice calls. Phone. In the application list, select → Call settings →...
  • Page 80 Change the following options: Option Function Set to reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. You Call rejection can add phone numbers to the auto reject list. Set reject Add or edit the message that will be messages sent when you reject a call. Ringtones and Select a ringtone to alert you to →...
  • Page 81 Option Function Answering/ → ending calls Set to answer calls by pressing the The home key Home key. answers calls Answering/ → ending calls Set to end a call when you press the The power key Power key. ends calls Turn off screen Set to turn on the proximity sensor during calls...
  • Page 82 Option Function Set to send incoming calls to a Call forwarding specified number. Additional Display your caller ID to other → settings Caller parties for outgoing calls. Additional → settings Call Set to restrict calls by call type. barring Additional Set the device to alert you to →...
  • Page 83: Messaging

    Option Function Enter the voicemail server number. Voicemail settings You can obtain this number from your service provider. Select a ringtone to alert you to new Ringtone voicemails. Set the device to vibrate when Vibrate voicemails are received. Set to accept IP calls and set up your Accounts accounts for IP call services.
  • Page 84: Send A Multimedia Message

    Select the text field and enter your message text. → Insert smiley. To insert emoticons, press [ Select to send the message. › Send a multimedia message In the application list, select Messaging → Add recipients: Enter phone numbers or email addresses and separate ●...
  • Page 85: 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, Phone →...
  • Page 86: View An Email Message

    Attach file → → To attach an image file, press [ a file. Select to send the message. If you are offline or outside your service area, the message will be held in the message thread until you are online and inside your service area. ›...
  • Page 87: Email

    Report → To add the message to the spam list, press [ ● spam. → Settings. To change the email settings, press [ ● › Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages. You can sort messages with the label filter. Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen, select a message.
  • Page 88: Send An Email Message

    Follow the on-screen instructions. When you are finished setting up the email account, email messages will be downloaded to your device. If you have created two or more accounts, you can switch between them. Select an account name at the top of the screen, and then select the account from which you want to retrieve messages.
  • Page 89 › Send a scheduled email message Email → In the application list, select → Schedule While composing a message, press [ sending. Schedule sending. Select the tick box next to Done. Set a time and date, and then select Select to send the message.
  • Page 90 → sdcard0 → Saved Email. → Print. To print the message via Wi-Fi or USB, press [ ● Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Compose. To create a new message, press [ ● → Font size.
  • Page 91: Talk

    Talk ™ Learn to chat with friends and family with the Google Talk instant messaging service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Set your status Talk. In the application list, select Select a Google account. Select your name at the top of your friend list.
  • Page 92: Chaton

    ChatON Learn to use ChatON to send and receive instant messages from any device via mobile network or Wi-Fi. ChatON. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
  • Page 93: Google

    Google+ Learn to access the Google’s social network service. You can create groups to share interests and thoughts or send and receive instant messages, and upload your photos. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Google+.
  • Page 94: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ● use it for a specified period. The memory capacity may differ depending on the ● shooting scene or shooting conditions. ›...
  • Page 95 Number Function Change the camera settings. Open the image viewer to view photos you captured. Capture a photo. Use camera shortcuts. : Change the effect mode. ● : Change the shooting mode. ● : Change the flash setting: You can ●...
  • Page 96 To send the photo to a person whose face is tagged in the ● → Buddy photo share. photo, press [ → Print. Your To print the photo via Wi-Fi or USB, press [ ● device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Entertainment...
  • Page 97: Capture A Photo In Self Shot Mode

    Rename. → To change the name of a file, press [ ● To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ● → Scan for nearby devices. press [ → Details. To view photo details, press [ ● › Capture a photo with preset options Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes.
  • Page 98: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    → Shooting mode → Face detection. Select Make any necessary adjustments. Aim the camera lens at a human subject. When the camera detects a human face, a focus frame appears around the face. Select to take a photo. › Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos with Panorama shooting mode.
  • Page 99: Capture A Beauty Photo

    OK to connect to another device via Wi-Fi Direct (if Select necessary). Select to take a photo. Your photo is sent to the connected users. › Capture a beauty photo You can hide facial imperfections using Beauty mode. Camera to turn on the In the application list, select camera.
  • Page 100: Customise Camera Settings

    Shooting mode Cartoon. → → Select Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo. › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select to access the following options: Option Function Edit shortcuts Edit shortcuts to frequently-used options. Switch between the front and rear camera Self portrait lenses.
  • Page 101 Option Function Adjust the sensitivity of the camera imaging sensor. Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Outdoor Activate Outdoor visibility to select an visibility appropriate lighting condition. Automatically adjust contrast between Auto contrast your subject and the background. Guidelines Display gridlines on the preview screen.
  • Page 102: Record A Video

    Option Function Select a memory location for storing Storage captured photos. Reset Reset menus and shooting options. › Record a video In the application list, select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to the camcorder to switch to the camcorder.
  • Page 103 Number Function Use camcorder shortcuts. : Change the effect mode. ● : Change the recording mode (for ● attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). : Change the flash setting. ● : Switch between the front and rear ●...
  • Page 104: Customise Camcorder Settings

    To send the video to others or share it, select ● To delete the video, select ● → Slideshow. Tap the To start a slide show, press [ ● screen to stop the slide show. → To set the video to display contextual tags, press [ ●...
  • Page 105 Option Function Outdoor Set an appropriate lighting condition. visibility Guidelines Display gridlines on the preview screen. Set the camcorder to include location information for your videos. To improve GPS signals, avoid ● shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low- GPS tag lying areas, or in poor weather...
  • Page 106: Video Player

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently-used options. Edit shortcuts or → From the preview screen, select → Edit shortcuts. press [ Tap and hold an icon from the option list and drag it to the shortcut area.
  • Page 107 Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Capture a screenshot. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Change the ratio of the video screen. Restart playback; Skip to the previous file (tap within 3 seconds); Scan backwards in the file (tap and hold).
  • Page 108 During playback, press [ ] to access the following options: To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ● select Scan for nearby devices. Share via. To send the video to others or share it, select ● Trim. To trim a segment of the video, select ●...
  • Page 109: Gallery

    Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device’s memory or on a memory card. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device. If a file size exceeds the memory available, an error ●...
  • Page 110 [ Print. Your → To print the image via Wi-Fi or USB, press [ ● device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Rename. To change the name of a file, press [ ● To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ●...
  • Page 111: Play A Video

    › Tag a face in an image Learn to tag faces in your images to make calls, send messages, and upload messages to social networks with the face tag shortcuts. Face recognition may fail depending on face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
  • Page 112: Paper Artist

    Share via. To send the video to others or share it, select ● Trim. To trim a segment of the video, select ● To listen to audio via a Bluetooth headset, select ● Bluetooth. You cannot use this option if you connect a headset to your device’s headset jack.
  • Page 113: Play Music

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the Internet. p. 132 ► ● Download from a computer with Samsung Kies. p. 144 ► ● Download from a computer with Windows Media Player. ●...
  • Page 114 Number Function Select a sound effect. Restart playback; Skip to the previous file (tap within 3 seconds); Scan backwards in the file (tap and hold). Adjust the volume. Change the repeat mode. Sort music files by mood or year. Pause playback; Select to resume playback.
  • Page 115: Create A Playlist

    Settings. To change the music player settings, select ● Details. To view music details, select ● End. To stop playback and close the music player, select ● › Create a playlist Music Player. In the application list, select Playlists. Select →...
  • Page 116: Music Hub

    Music Hub You can access the online music store to search for and buy your favourite songs. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Music Hub. In the application list, select Search for, preview, or buy your favourite songs. FM Radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio.
  • Page 117 Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Record a song from the FM radio. Turn on or off the FM radio. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. Access services for the current station, such as downloading music files or calling the station.
  • Page 118: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    › Record a song from the FM radio Plug a headset into the device. FM Radio. In the application list, select Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to a radio station. Select to start recording. When you are finished, select The recorded file will be saved in My Files →...
  • Page 119 › Customise FM radio settings FM Radio. In the application list, select → Settings. Press [ Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio: Option Function Select a memory location for saving Storage FM radio clips. Set to show the station ID on the FM radio screen.
  • Page 120: 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 Contacts → Contacts →...
  • Page 121: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Set a speed dial number Contacts → Contacts. In the application list, select → Speed dial setting. Press [ → Select a location number a contact. Select a phone number (if necessary). You can quickly dial this number by tapping and holding the location number on the dialling screen.
  • Page 122: Copy Contacts

    › Copy contacts Copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device Contacts → Contacts. In the application list, select → Import/Export → Import from SIM card. Press [ Select a memory location. Done. Select contacts to copy, and then select Copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card Contacts...
  • Page 123: S Planner

    Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and then select Select contact files to import, and then select Export contacts Contacts → Contacts. In the application list, select → Import/Export → Export to SD card or Press [ Export to USB storage.
  • Page 124: Year View

    › Change the view mode → To switch the calendar’s view mode, select a view mode tab. You can also tap the screen with two fingers, and then pinch or spread them to change the view mode. Year view ◄ or ► to view other years. You can also flick the Select ●...
  • Page 125 › View events or tasks S Planner. In the application list, select Select a date on the calendar. Today. To move to todays’ date, select ● To move to a specific day by entering a date manually, ● Go to, and then enter the date. →...
  • Page 126: S Note

    S Note Learn to create and view notes with special effects. You can insert various multimedia contents into a note and add a note shortcut to the Home screen. S Note provides various templates to help you create notes easily. Note /Idea note: You can create a simple note from an ●...
  • Page 127: Use Productivity Tools

    If you selected an image file, resize the image, and then select Done → a template. Select or tap the screen to switch to Edit mode. Create a note with the icons on the screen. p. 62 ► Save. When you are finished, select ›...
  • Page 128 → Set as. To print the note using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, press ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. › Edit notes S Note. In the application list, select Select a note. To add or change the note cover, tap and hold a note and select Edit cover.
  • Page 129 Edit the note with the icons on the screen. p. 62 ► To change the background image of the note, press [ ● → Change background. → Delete. To delete the note, press [ ● → Add tag. To add a tag, press [ ●...
  • Page 130: Voice Recorder

    Copy or move notes S Note. In the application list, select Select a folder (if necessary). → Copy or Move. Press [ → Copy or Move. Select notes Move to a new location. Copy here or Move here. Select Voice Recorder Learn to operate your device’s voice recorder.
  • Page 131: Customise Voice Recorder Settings

    › Customise voice recorder settings Voice Recorder. In the application list, select → Settings. Press [ Change the following options: Option Function Select a memory location for saving Storage voice memos. Recording Select a quality level for voice memos. quality Set to limit recordings to the maximum Limit for MMS length that can be attached to a...
  • Page 132: Web

    You may incur additional charges for accessing the Internet and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite webpages. This feature may be labelled differently depending on ● your region or service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region or ●...
  • Page 133 → To view the download history, press [ ● To print the current webpage via a connected printer, press ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with Samsung printers. → Settings. To customise the browser settings, press [ ●...
  • Page 134: Search For Information By Voice

    › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Internet. In the application list, select Select the URL input field. Select and say a keyword into your device’s microphone. The device searches for information and webpages related with the keyword.
  • Page 135: Flipboard

    › Download a file from the Internet When you download files or applications from the Internet, your device saves them to the internal memory. Files you download from the Internet can include viruses that will damage your device. To reduce this risk, only download files from sources you trust.
  • Page 136: Maps

    Maps ™ Learn to use the Google Maps mapping service to find your location, search for places and get directions. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. You must activate location services to find your ●...
  • Page 137: Local

    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 an option. Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select DIRECTIONS.
  • Page 138: Navigation

    Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance. Navigation maps, your current location, and other ● navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving.
  • Page 139 › Play a video YouTube. In the application list, select Select a video. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape view. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Pause or resume playback. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging the bar.
  • Page 140: Samsung Apps

    Enter the details of the upload and select Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and health-related applications, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a wide range of mobile experiences.
  • Page 141: S Choice

    S Choice Access a list of note applications in Samsung Apps. In the application list, select S Choice. Play Books Browse and download book files with Google Play Books. You can read book files on your device. In the application list, select Play Books.
  • Page 142: Play Store

    Play Store Your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Play Store provides a quick and easy way to shop for mobile applications. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. Your device will save user files from downloaded ●...
  • Page 143: Video Hub

    If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm. Select a type of reading material. Search for and download reading material from the online store.
  • Page 144: Connectivity

    Data transfers may fail when using a USB hub. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your computer. You can download the program from the Samsung website. Samsung Kies will work on both Windows and Macintosh computers.
  • Page 145: Connect With Windows Media Player

    › Connect with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your computer. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and synchronise music files. › Connect as a media device You can connect your device to a computer and access media files stored on your device.
  • Page 146: 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 a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries.
  • Page 147 › Add a Wi-Fi AP manually Settings → Wi-Fi → In the application list, select Add Wi-Fi network. Enter an SSID for the AP and select a security type. Set the security settings according to the security type you selected, and then select Save. ›...
  • Page 148: Wi-Fi Direct

    Change the IP settings. Connect. Select › Customise Wi-Fi settings Settings Wi-Fi. → In the application list, select → Advanced. Press [ Change the following options: Option Function Network Set the device to notify you when an notification open Wi-Fi AP is available. Keep Wi-Fi on Set whether or not to keep the Wi-Fi during sleep...
  • Page 149: Allshare Play

    AllShare Play. To use the AllShare Play service, you must sign in to your Google and Samsung accounts, and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To get more details about →...
  • Page 150 › Send a file AllShare Play. In the application list, select Select a device or web storage that contains media files. Select a media category and select the tick box on a file. Select Select a device or web storage to save the file. ›...
  • Page 151 Lock AllShare Set to lock AllShare Play with the Play password for your Samsung account. Language Select a display language. About View AllShare Play information. Customer Access customer support information.
  • Page 152: Group Cast

    Group Cast You can share images, documents, and music with other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi AP. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Share a file Group Cast. In the application list, select Start to share with other Select a media type under devices.
  • Page 153 Settings More settings → → In the application list, select Tethering and portable hotspot. Portable Wi-Fi hotspot switch to the right to Drag the activate mobile network sharing via Wi-Fi. OK to confirm. Select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot → Configure to configure Select network settings to use your device as an AP.
  • Page 154: Share Your Device's Mobile Network Via Usb

    › Share your device’s mobile network via USB Learn to use your device as a wireless modem by making a USB connection with a computer. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. Settings → More settings → In the application list, select Tethering and portable hotspot.
  • Page 155: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Learn to exchange data or media files with other devices via Bluetooth. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with ●...
  • Page 156: Send Data Via Bluetooth

    OK to match the Bluetooth PIN between two Select devices. Alternately, enter a Bluetooth PIN and select OK. When the owner of the other device accepts the connection or enters the same PIN, pairing is complete. If the pairing is successful, the device will search for available services automatically.
  • Page 157: Gps

    Your device is equipped with a global positioning system (GPS) receiver. Learn to activate location services and use additional GPS functions. For better reception of GPS signals, avoid using your device in the following conditions: Between buildings, in tunnels or underground passages, or ●...
  • Page 158: Vpn Connections

    Option Function Use GPS Set to use GPS satellites to find your satellites location. Set the device to use your current Location and location for Google search and other Google search Google services. VPN connections Learn to create virtual private networks (VPNs) and connect to them securely over the Internet.
  • Page 159 Option Function IPSec pre- Enter a pre-shared key. shared key Select a user certificate that the VPN IPSec user server uses to identify you. You can certificate import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web. Select a certificate authority (CA) certificate that the VPN server uses IPSec CA to identify you.
  • Page 160: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch, the countdown timer, and the desk clock. › Set a new alarm Clock Alarm. → In the application list, select Create alarm. Select Set alarm details.
  • Page 161: Use The Stopwatch

    Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To select your current city, select ● To select a city in the world map view, select ● To apply summer time to the clock, tap and hold a clock, and then select DST settings.
  • Page 162: Calculator

    Settings. → Press [ Change the following options: Option Function Hide status bar Set to hide or show the status bar. Select a background image for the Wallpaper desk clock. Calendar Set to show the calendar. Set to show the weather for your current location.
  • Page 163: Downloads

    › View the calculation history Calculator. In the application list, select Perform the calculation. Select to close the calculator keypad. The calculation history appears. Clear history. → To clear the history, press [ Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web or email.
  • Page 164: Help

    Enter an email address and password, and then select Next. Select Turn on to automatically upload photos and videos Select captured by the camera on your device. › Upload files to your Dropbox folder Dropbox. In the application list, select →...
  • Page 165: My Files

    My Files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored in your device and on a memory card. › Supported file formats Your device supports the following file formats: Type Format Image...
  • Page 166: Google

    In a folder, press [ ] to use the following options: Select all. To apply the same option to files at once, select ● Create folder. To create a new folder, select ● Search. To search for files saved in your device, select ●...
  • Page 167: Sim Toolkit

    SIM Toolkit Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this application may be labelled differently. In the application list, select SIM Toolkit. Voice talk Learn to use the voice command feature provided by Voice talk.
  • Page 168: Mini Diary

    Mini diary Learn to keep a photo diary. › Create a Mini diary Mini diary. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, select Yes. If there is a diary saved, select to create a new entry. Change the today’s date and set the weather (if necessary).
  • Page 169: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In the application list, select Select a setting category and select an option. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi AP and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, press [ Advanced : Customise Wi-Fi settings.
  • Page 170: More Settings

    To use more options, press [ Data roaming : Set to use data connections when you are ● roaming. Restrict background data : Set to disable synchronisation ● in the background while using a mobile network. Auto sync data : Set the device to synchronise contact, ●...
  • Page 171: Tethering And Portable Hotspot

    Access Point Names : Select an access point name (APN) for ● mobile networks. You can add or edit APNs. To reset your → Reset to APN settings to the factory defaults, press [ default. Network mode : Select a network type. ●...
  • Page 172: Home Screen Mode

    : Set to accept uploads from ● other device. › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy). Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in Blocking mode.
  • Page 173: Display

    Device vibration : Add or select a vibration pattern. ● Default notifications : Select a ringtone to alert you to ● events, such as incoming messages, and missed calls. Vibrate when ringing : Set the device to vibrate and play a ●...
  • Page 174: Storage

    Multi window : Set to activate the Multi Window feature. ● Page buddy : Set the device to open contextual pages ● based on your actions. Screen mode : Select a display mode. ● Brightness : Adjust the brightness of the display. ●...
  • Page 175: Power Saving Mode

    Power saving mode Activate Power saving mode and change the settings for Power saving mode. CPU power saving : Set the device to limit some system ● resource usage. Screen power saving : Set the device to decrease the ● brightness of the display.
  • Page 176: Lock Screen

    Lock screen Change the settings for securing your device. Screen lock : Activate the screen lock feature. ● Lock screen options ● The settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock option. Shortcuts : Set to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen.
  • Page 177: Security

    Remote controls : Set to control a lost device remotely via ● the web. This feature will be activated automatically when you sign in to a Samsung account. SIM Change Alert : Activate or deactivate the Find my ● mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen.
  • Page 178: One-Handed Operation

    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. Make passwords visible : Set the device to display your ●...
  • Page 179: Google Voice Typing

    : Download and ● install language data for offline voice input. › Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keypad settings, select . Portrait keyboard types : Select the default input method, ● such as the QWERTY keyboard or traditional keypad.
  • Page 180 Key-tap sound : Set the device to sound when you tap a ● key. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Reset settings : Select which settings will be reset to their ● factory defaults.
  • Page 181 Show helpful tips : Set the device to automatically display tips for your actions when available. Auto-spacing : Set the device to automatically insert a space between words. Auto-capitalisation : Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark, such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark.
  • Page 182 Download offline speech recognition : Download and ● install language data for offline voice input. For the Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: Language : Select a language for voice recognition. ● Web search engine : Select an Internet search engine.
  • Page 183: Cloud

    : Activate Driving mode to set the device to ● read contents aloud. › Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Settings...
  • Page 184: Backup And Reset

    Backup and reset Change the settings for managing your settings and data. Back up my data : Set to back up your settings and ● application data to the Google server. Backup account : Add and view your Google account to ●...
  • Page 185: S Pen

    Pan to browse images : Set to scroll through an image ● by sliding the device in any direction when the image is zoomed in. Shake to update : Set to shake your device to search for ● Bluetooth devices or Kies air devices. Turn over to mute/pause : Set to mute ringtones, pause ●...
  • Page 186: Accessory

    Accessory Change the accessory settings. Dock sound : Set the device to play a sound when your ● device is connected to or removed from a desktop dock. Audio output mode : Set to use the dock speaker when ● your device is connected to a desktop dock.
  • Page 187: Accessibility

    Select time zone : Set your home time zone. ● Use 24-hour format : Set the time to be displayed in 24- ● hour format. Select date format : Select a date format. ● Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities.
  • Page 188: Developer Options

    Text-to-speech output ● Preferred TTS engine : Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, select . Speech rate : Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. Listen to an example : Listen to the spoken text for an example.
  • Page 189 USB debugging : Activate USB debugging mode to ● connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. Allow mock locations : Allow mock locations and service ● information to be sent to a Location Manager service for testing. Select debug app : Select applications to debug and ●...
  • Page 190: About Device

    Show CPU usage : Set to list all active processes. ● Profile GPU rendering : Set to check the time of GPU ● rendering time. Enable traces : Set to capture traces of application and ● system performance. Do not keep activities : Set to end a running application ●...
  • Page 191: 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 192: Calls Are Being Dropped

    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 193: Audio Quality Is Poor

    Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. ● Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ● Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone ● number you are dialling. Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on.
  • Page 194 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...
  • Page 195: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Fm Radio

    Contact a 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 computer or ●...
  • Page 196: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are ● within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect...
  • Page 197: Index

    Index access codes 191 call waiting 79 alarms camera creating 160 capturing photos 94 stopping 160 customising camcorder 104 AllShare Play 149 customising camera 100 auto rejection 77 recording videos 102 battery connectivity charging 15 AllShare Play 149 installing 12 Bluetooth 155 Bluetooth GPS connections 157...
  • Page 198 downloads applications 36 getting directions 136 files 135 searching for locations 136 managing 163 searching for nearby places 137 email using navigation 138 sending 88 memory card setting accounts 87 formatting 20 viewing 89 inserting 18 file manager 165 removing 19 find my mobile 43 messages fixed dialling number...
  • Page 199 62, 126 Play Books 141 editing 128 Play Movies 141 synchronising 129 viewing 127 readers hub 142 S Pen 50 Samsung Apps 140 S Planner Samsung Kies 144 changing view mode 68 settings creating 69, 123 about device 190 viewing 125...
  • Page 200 146 as camera device 145 finding and connecting to as media device 145 networks 146 as wireless modem 152 using WPS 147 with Samsung Kies 144 world clock 160 with Windows Media Player 145 YouTube USIM card uploading videos 140...
  • Page 201 Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your computer. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (EU). 01/2013. Rev. 1.0...

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