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  • Page 1 GT-S5360 user manual...

  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Using this manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards. This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device.
  • Page 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 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 Search , Google Maps ● ™ ™ ™ Google Mail , YouTube , Android Market , and Google ™ Talk are trademarks of Google, Inc.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ............. 10 Unpack ..................10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ......10 Charge the battery ............... 12 Insert a memory card (optional) ........15 Attach a hand strap (optional) .......... 17 Getting started ............18 Turn your device on and off ..........
  • Page 7 Internet ................... 76 Maps ..................79 Latitude ................... 81 Places ..................81 Navigation ................82 YouTube .................. 83 Samsung Apps ..............84 Market ..................84 News & Weather ..............85 Connectivity ............86 Bluetooth ................86 Wi-Fi ..................88 Mobile network sharing ............. 90 GPS ...................
  • Page 8 Tools ................. 96 Clock ..................96 Calculator ................97 Downloads ................97 Google Search ............... 98 My files ..................98 Quickoffice ................99 SIM Toolkit ................100 Task manager ..............101 Voice Search ................. 101 Settings ..............102 Access the Settings menu ..........102 Wireless and networks ............
  • Page 9 Voice input and output ............. 112 Accessibility ................. 113 Date and time ..............113 About phone ............... 113 Troubleshooting ..........114 Safety precautions ..........120 Index ..............131 Contents...

  • Page 10: 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 11 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, ] and select Power If the device is on, press and hold [ → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.

  • Page 12: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a USB 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 Travel Adapter

    While charging, the device may heat up. This is ● normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If your device is not charging properly, bring your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Assembling...
  • Page 14 When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet. Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the device. To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use.

  • Page 15: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 16 Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Replace the back cover. › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

  • Page 17: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

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

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold [ ]. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and then select Power off →...

  • Page 19: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Proximity sensor Earpiece Volume key Touch screen Home key Back key Menu key Mouthpiece Headset jack Multifunction jack Camera lens GPS antenna Power/Reset/ Lock key Speaker Back cover Main antenna Getting started...

  • Page 20: Key Function

    › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the quick menus (press and Reset hold); Reset the device (press and hold Lock for 8-10 seconds and release); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the current screen;...

  • Page 21: Indicator Icons

    › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition No signal Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected Open WLANs available WLAN connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated Call in progress Call on hold...
  • Page 22 Icon Definition Connected to PC USB tethering activated Wi-Fi tethering activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Music playback in progress...

  • Page 23: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use ● sharp tools. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact ●...

  • Page 24: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in ● or out while viewing photos or web pages. Pinch: Place two fingers far apart, and then pinch them ● together. Your device turns off the touch screen when you do ●...
  • Page 25 › Add items to the idle screen You can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To add items to the idle screen, → Add or tap and hold the empty area on the Press [ idle screen.
  • Page 26 › Use the notifications panel In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open the notifications panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of notifications, such as messages, calls, events or processing status.

  • Page 27: Access Applications

    To add a new panel, select ● To change the order of the panels, tap and hold the ● thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the location you want. When you are finished, press [ Access applications To access your device’s applications, In Idle mode, select to access the application list.
  • Page 28 › Organise applications You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs. → Edit. In the application list, press [ Tap and hold an application. Drag the application icon to the location you want.

  • Page 29: Customise Your Device

    Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences. › Set the current time and date Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Date and time. Set the time and date and change other options. ›...
  • Page 30 In Idle mode, press [ an option. Select an image. Save or Set wallpaper. Select Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. › Adjust the brightness of the display Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 31 If you forget your unlock code, bring your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security ● codes or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 32 Set an unlock password In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock → Password. Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue. Enter the password again and select › Lock your SIM or USIM card You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card.

  • Page 33: Enter Text

    Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely. Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 34 Input method → a keypad type (Samsung keypad or Swype). › Enter text using the Samsung keypad → Portrait keypad types and select a text input Select method. You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or traditional keypad) or handwriting input methods.
  • Page 35 Number Function Clear your input. Start a new line. Access the keypad settings; Change the keypad type (tap and hold). Insert a space. Functions of this key may vary depending on your service provider. › Enter text using the Swype keypad Select the first character of a word and drag your finger to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen.
  • Page 36 You can also tap the keys to enter text. ● You can tap and hold a key to enter characters on the ● upper half of the key. When you tap and hold a key until the character list appears, you can enter special characters and symbols.

  • Page 37: Download Applications From Android Market

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

  • Page 38: Download Files From The Web

    Accept when the terms and conditions appear. Select Search for a file or application and download it. › Uninstall an application My apps. From the Android Market home screen, select Select the item you want to delete. Uninstall → Select Download files from the web Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device.
  • Page 39 This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Set up a server account Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Accounts and sync. Add account → Select an account type. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 40: 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 41 Answer a call When a call comes in, drag right until it reaches the dot. When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to mute the ringtone. End call. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, drag left until it reaches the dot.
  • Page 42 Add call and then dial a new To dial a second call, select ● number. To answer a second call, drag right when a call waiting ● tone sounds. The device asks whether to end or hold the first call. You must subscribe to the call waiting service to use this feature.
  • Page 43 › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode or call diverting. Use Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will restrict outgoing calls, except for the numbers stored in the FDN list. To activate FDN mode, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 44 Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call settings Additional settings Call waiting. Your →...

  • Page 45: Messaging

    Messaging Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. ›...
  • Page 46 Add recipients of your message. Enter phone numbers or email addresses manually, ● separating them with a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers or email addresses from the lists ● by selecting Contacts. When you enter an email address, the device will convert the message as a multimedia message.

  • Page 47: Google Mail

    › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to voice mail messages, →...
  • Page 48 Enter a name or address in the recipient field. Enter a subject and message. → Attach → To attach an image file, press [ a file. Select to send the message. › View email messages Google In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mail.

  • Page 49: Email

    Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Change labels. Select Select a label to add and select Filter messages → Go to labels. From the Inbox screen, press [ Select the label of the messages you want to view. Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account.
  • Page 50 › Send an email message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email → an email account. → Compose. Press [ Contacts. Select You can enter an email address manually or select one from the logs or contact groups by selecting another option.

  • Page 51: Talk

    Refresh to update the message list. → Press [ Select an email message. From the message view, use the following options: Reply. → To reply to the message, press [ ● → To forward the message to other people, press [ ●...

  • Page 52: Social Hub

    › Start a chat Talk. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen opens. Send. Enter your message and select → More → Insert smiley. To insert emoticons, press [ Switch →...

  • Page 53: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 pixels (2 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. To use this feature, you must first insert a memory card. The camera interface appears only in the landscape ●...
  • Page 54 Number Function Check the camera status and settings. : Resolution ● : Exposure metre type ● : Number of photos you can take ● (according to available memory) : Storage location ● Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the brightness.
  • Page 55 After taking photos, select to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right. ● To zoom in or out, tap the screen and select . To ● zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart.
  • Page 56 › Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of their smiling faces. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. →...
  • Page 57 › Customise camera settings → Before taking a photo, select to access the following options: Option Function Select the length of the delay before the Timer camera takes a photo. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to White balance lighting conditions.

  • Page 58: Record A Video

    › Record a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments.
  • Page 59 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when recording in the highest resolution. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed.

  • Page 60: Gallery

    → Before recording a video, select to access the following settings: Setting Function Display the guidelines on the preview Guidelines screen. Set the camera to display the recorded Review video. Reset Reset menus and recording options. Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your memory card.

  • Page 61: Play A Video

    › View a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery. Select a folder. To change the view mode, select at the top right of the screen. Select a photo (with no icon) to view. While viewing a photo, use the following options: To view more photos, scroll left or right.

  • Page 62: Music

    Add music files to your memory card Start by transferring files to your memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 76 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 92 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 88 ►...
  • Page 63 Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback;...
  • Page 64 You can control the music player with a headset. In ● Idle mode, press and hold the headset button to launch the music player. Press the headset button to start or pause playback. ™ SRS CS Headphone delivers a 5.1 surround sound ●...

  • Page 65: Fm Radio

    Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Set whether or not to activate the virtual 5.1 channel surround 5.1 channel sound system when a headset is connected. Equaliser Select a default equaliser type. FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna.
  • Page 66 Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Turn the FM radio off or on. Fine-tune the frequency. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.
  • Page 67 › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list.
  • Page 68 Option Function Set whether or not the FM radio Alternative attempts to retune a radio station frequency when the signal is weak. FM radio auto Set the FM radio to automatically turn off after a specified length of time. Entertainment...

  • Page 69: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. › Create a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select Select a memory location.

  • Page 70: Create Namecard

    › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Scroll up or down on the contact list. You can also drag your finger along the index on the right side to quickly scroll through the list. Select a contact’s name.

  • Page 71: Copy Contacts

    Enter your own personal details. Save. Select You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature. › Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group.
  • Page 72 › Import or export contacts To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Import/Export → Import from SD card. Press [ Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact.

  • Page 73: Calendar

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

  • Page 74: Memo

    › Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time. Open the notifications panel from the top of the screen. Select a reminder to view more details about the event. Snooze all or To snooze or dismiss the reminder, select Dismiss all.

  • Page 75: Voice Recorder

    Voice recorder Learn to operate your device’s voice recorder. To use this feature, you must first insert a memory card. › Record a voice memo Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder. Record to start recording. Select Speak into the microphone.

  • Page 76: Web

    Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. You may incur additional charges for accessing the ● web and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider.
  • Page 77 Number Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ●...
  • Page 78 › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Internet. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select the URL input field. Select and say a keyword into your device’s microphone.

  • Page 79: Maps

    To add the bookmark shortcut to the idle screen, select ● shortcut to Home. To send the web address (URL) of the web page to others, ● select Share link. To copy the web address (URL) of the web page, select ●...
  • Page 80 Search. → Press [ Enter a keyword for the location and select To search for a location by voice, select ● To view a list of all results for your search, select ● To zoom in or out, select ● →...

  • Page 81: Latitude

    Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view ™ friends’ locations via Google Latitude This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Latitude. In Idle mode, open the application list and select The device automatically joins Latitude. →...

  • Page 82: Navigation

    Select a place name to view its details. While viewing information, use the following options: Map. To view the place on the map, select ● Directions. To view the route to the place, select ● Call. To view the phone number of the place, select ●...

  • Page 83: Youtube

    YouTube Learn to view and share videos via YouTube. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Watch videos In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube. If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept.

  • Page 84: Samsung Apps

    Upload. Enter details of the upload and select Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience.

  • Page 85: News & Weather

    This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Market. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select I Accept. Search for a file and download it to the device. p.

  • Page 86: Connectivity

    Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
  • Page 87 › Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings → → → Scan devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK.

  • Page 88: Wi-Fi

    › Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings → → → Discoverable. Your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices for 120 seconds. When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary).
  • Page 89 › Activate the WLAN feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and networks → Wi-Fi settings → Wi-Fi. An active WLAN running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the WLAN only when needed. ›...

  • Page 90: Mobile Network Sharing

    Mobile network sharing Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless access point for PCs or other devices, and share your device’s mobile network connection. › Share your device’s mobile network via WLAN Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...

  • Page 91: Gps

    USB tethering to activate the USB tethering Select feature. Your device shares the mobile network connection on your PC. To stop sharing the network connection, clear the check box next to USB tethering. The sharing method for the network connection may differ depending on the PC’s operating system.

  • Page 92: Pc Connections

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

  • Page 93: Vpn Connections

    › Connect as a mass storage device You can access the file directory of the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader. Insert a memory card into the device. Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.
  • Page 94 › Set up VPN connections Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and networks VPN settings Add VPN. → → → Select a VPN type. Customise the connection information. Available options may vary depending on the VPN type. Option Function VPN name...
  • Page 95 › Connect to a private network Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and networks VPN settings. → → Select a private network to connect. Connect. Enter the user name and password and select Connectivity...

  • Page 96: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to use the clock display on the Idle screen, and set and control alarms for important events. › Use the clock display Clock. In Idle mode, open the application list and select While using the clock display, use the following features: To create or delete an alarm, select ●...

  • Page 97: Calculator

    › Delete an alarm Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select an alarm to delete. Delete → Select Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator.

  • Page 98: Google Search

    Google Search You can search for applications and data in your device and specific data on the web. Google In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search. If you are launching this application for the first time, set whether or not to view the search history of your Google account.

  • Page 99: Quickoffice

    Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error ● can occur when you open files. Playback quality may vary by content type. ● Some files may not play properly depending on how ●...

  • Page 100: Sim Toolkit

    If you are launching this application for the first time, register as an online user or skip the registration. Select a Quickoffice program. SD Card → Select a document file. › Update Quickoffice You can download program updates, new Quickoffice products, or special offers.

  • Page 101: Task Manager

    Task manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information. Task In Idle mode, open the application list and select manager. Use the following options: Active applications : View the list of all the applications ●...

  • Page 102: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a setting category and select an option. Wireless and networks Change the settings for wireless network connections. › Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.
  • Page 103 › Tethering and portable hotspot USB tethering : Activate the USB tethering feature to share ● your device’s mobile network connection with PCs via USB. When connected to a PC, your device is used as a wireless modem for a PC. p.

  • Page 104: Call Settings

    Call settings Customise the settings for calling features. › Fixed Dialing Numbers Enable FDN : Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict ● calls to numbers in the FDN list. You must enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card. Change PIN2 : Change the PIN2, which is used to protect ●...

  • Page 105: Sound

    Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. Silent mode : Activate Silent mode to mute all sounds ● except media sounds and alarm ringtones. Vibrate : Set when the device will vibrate for various events. ● Volume : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music ●...

  • Page 106: Location And Security

    Brightness : Set the brightness of the display. ● Auto-rotate screen : Set whether or not to rotate the ● content automatically when the device is rotated. Animation : Set the device to display animation when you ● switch between windows. Screen timeout : Set the length of time the device waits ●...

  • Page 107: Applications

    SIM Change Alert : Activate or deactivate the Find my ● mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. p. 33 ► Alert message recipients : Add or edit recipients for the ● alert message. Remote controls : Set to control a lost device remotely via ●...

  • Page 108: Accounts And Sync

    USB debugging : This is for application development. When your device is connected to a PC with a USB cable, the USB debugging mode will be activated and Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Stay awake : Set the device’s screen to stay on while charging the battery.

  • Page 109: Privacy

    Privacy Change the settings for managing your settings and data. Back up my data : Back up your device’s settings to the ● Google server. Automatic restore : Set the device to restore applications’ ● data you backed up when they are installed in your device. Factory data reset : Reset your settings to the factory ●...
  • Page 110 › Swype Set the device to use the Swype keypad. Language : Select a language for text input. ● You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages. Word prediction : Set the device to predict words ●...
  • Page 111 : Activate the voice input feature to enter text ● by voice on the Samsung keypad. Auto-full stop : Set the device to insert a period when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Settings...

  • Page 112: Voice Input And Output

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

  • Page 113: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility : Activate an accessibility application you have ● downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback. The power key ends calls : Set the device to end a call ● when you press [ ]. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device.

  • Page 114: 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 115 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 [ ] for 8-10 seconds and release.
  • Page 116 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 117 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 118 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 PC or deleting ●...
  • Page 119 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 120: Safety Precautions

    For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised service centre. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. •...
  • Page 121 • Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated. • Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage •...
  • Page 122 If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid. Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments •...
  • Page 123 • Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
  • Page 124 Do not store your device on slopes If your device falls, it can be damaged. Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
  • Page 125 Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...
  • Page 126 Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
  • Page 127 Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use...
  • Page 128 Keep your personal and important data safe • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. • When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.

  • Page 129: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
  • Page 130 ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.

  • Page 131: Index

    Index access codes 114 call waiting 44 alarms camera creating 96 capturing photos 53 deleting 97 customising camcorder 59 stopping 96 customising camera 57 recording videos 58 battery connections charging 12 installing 10 Bluetooth 86 PC 92 Bluetooth VPN 93 activating 86 WLAN 88 finding and pairing with...
  • Page 132 60 news & weather 85 playing videos 61 PC connections viewing photos 61 mass storage 93 Google Mail 47 Samsung Kies 92 Google Maps 79 phonebook creating contacts 69 Google Talk 51 creating groups 71 idle screen creating your namecard 70...
  • Page 133 settings unpack 10 about phone 113 USIM card accessibility 113 installing 10 accounts and sync 108 locking 32 applications 107 video player 61 call settings 104 videos date and time 113 playing 61 display 105 recording 58 locale and text 109 location and security 106 voice mail 47 privacy 109...
  • Page 134 Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (EU). 02/2013. Rev. 1.2...

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