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  • Page 1 GT-S6102 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.

  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

    Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. 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 ................... 80 Maps ..................83 Latitude ................... 85 Places ..................85 Navigation ................86 YouTube .................. 87 Samsung Apps ..............88 Market ..................89 News & Weather ..............90 Connectivity ............91 Bluetooth ................91 Wi-Fi ..................93 Mobile network sharing ............. 95 GPS ...................
  • Page 8 Tools ............... 102 Clock ..................102 Calculator ................103 Downloads ................103 Google Search ..............104 My files .................. 104 Polaris Viewer ..............105 SIM Toolkit ................106 Task manager ..............106 Voice Search ................. 107 Settings ..............108 Access the Settings menu ..........108 SIM card manager ..............
  • Page 9 Troubleshooting ..........120 Safety precautions ..........126 Index ..............138 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 Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Your device has two SIM card slots to allow you to use two SIM or USIM cards, and switch between them.

  • 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 A Travel Adapter

    When your battery is low, the device will emit a ● warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty. If the battery level becomes too low, the device will automatically power off. Recharge your battery to continue using your device.
  • Page 14 If your device is not charging properly, bring your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.

  • Page 15: 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 Memory Card

    Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Replace the back cover. › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. → Settings → SD card and phone In Idle mode, select storage Unmount SD card...

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

  • Page 19: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Earpiece Proximity sensor Volume key Touch screen Home key Back key Menu key Mouthpiece Multifunction jack Headset jack Speaker GPS antenna Power/Reset/Lock Back cover Camera lens Main antenna 1. Do not touch or cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.

  • 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 Lock hold 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 Activated SIM or USIM card type GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Open Wi-Fi APs available Wi-Fi AP connected Bluetooth activated...
  • Page 22 Icon Definition Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated Wi-Fi tethering activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New Google Mail New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated...

  • Page 23: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition FM radio turned on in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time 10:00 Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen.

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

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

  • Page 25: Get To Know The Idle Screen

    Get to know the idle screen When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen. From the idle screen, you can view indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items. The idle screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen.

  • Page 26: Remove Items From The Idle Screen

    › Remove items from the idle screen Tap and hold an item to remove. The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. Drag the item to the trash bin. When the item turns red, release the item. ›...

  • Page 27: Access Applications

    › Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs. → Edit. In Idle mode, press [ Add or remove panels by using the following features: To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail of a ●...

  • Page 28: Access Recent Applications

    Press [ ] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home key to return to the idle 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 Auto rotation.

  • Page 29: Customise Your Device

    › Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than one application at the same time. However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs using the task manager. Task In Idle mode, open the application list and select manager...

  • Page 30: Change Your Ringtone

    › Adjust the volume of the ringtones Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone volume. › Switch to Silent mode To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following: Open the notifications panel from the top of the screen and ●...

  • Page 31: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

    Save or Set wallpaper → Select a SIM or USIM card. 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 32: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 4 dots and select Continue. Confirm. Draw the pattern again and select Set an unlock PIN code Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Location and security →...

  • Page 33: Activate The Find My Mobile Feature

    Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely. Settings...

  • Page 34: Switch Sim Or Usim Cards

    Switch SIM or USIM cards Once you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can switch back and forth between each card. To switch between SIM or USIM cards, open the notifications panel and select a SIM card icon, except for when the device is sending or receiving messages or data from the network.

  • Page 35: Enter Text

    116 ► › Change the keyboard type You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text input field and select Input method → a keyboard type (Samsung keypad or Swype). Getting started...

  • Page 36: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad

    › Enter text using the Samsung keypad → Portrait keypad types and select a text Select input method. You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or traditional keypad) or handwriting input methods. Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on the screen.

  • Page 37: Enter Text Using The Swype Keyboard

    Number Function Insert a space. Functions of this key may vary depending on your service provider. › Enter text using the Swype keyboard Select the first character of a word and drag your finger to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen.

  • Page 38: Copy And Paste Text

    You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Enter the recommended word or add a new word to the dictionary; Access the Swype tip screen (tap and hold). Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC/Number mode. Insert a space. Clear your input.

  • Page 39: Download Applications From Android Market

    Drag or to select the text you want. Copy to copy, or Cut to cut the text onto the Select clipboard. In another application, place the cursor where you want to paste the text. → Paste to insert the text from the clipboard into Select the text field.

  • Page 40: Download Files From The Web

    › Uninstall an application → From the Android Market home screen, press [ Apps. 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. To lessen your risk, only download files from sources you trust.

  • Page 41: Synchronise Data Manually

    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 42: 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 43: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, drag in any direction until it reaches the border of the circle. 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 in any direction until it reaches...

  • Page 44: Use Options During A Call

    › Use options during a call You can use the following options while a call is in progress: 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 45: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › View and dial missed calls Your device will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call, open the notifications panel and select the missed call. › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode or call diverting.

  • Page 46: Messaging

    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 → → →...

  • Page 47: Send A Text Message

    › Send a text message In Idle mode, open the application list and select New message. Select Add recipients of your message. Enter phone numbers manually and separate them by ● inserting a semicolon or comma. Select phone numbers from the lists by selecting ●...

  • Page 48: Listen To Voice Mail Messages

    Select and add an item. You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo, video, or sound. Send to send the message. Select › View a text or multimedia message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Your messages are grouped into message threads by contact, like a messenger.

  • Page 49: Google Mail

    Google Mail ™ You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screen appears. The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ●...

  • Page 50: Organise Email By Labels

    From the message view, use the following options: To reply to the message, select ● → To reply to the message including all recipients, select ● Reply all. → To forward the message to other people, select ● Forward. To add a star to the message, select ●...

  • Page 51: Email

    Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account. › Set up an email account In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email. Enter your email address and password. Next (for general email accounts, such as Google Select Mail and Yahoo) or Manual setup (for other company email accounts).

  • Page 52: View An Email Message

    Select the Cc/Bcc field and add more recipients. Select the subject field and enter a subject. Select the text input field and enter your email text. Attach and attach a file. Select You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo, video, or sound.

  • Page 53: Talk

    Delete. → To delete the message, press [ ● Move → To move the message to another folder, press [ ● to folder. → Show To load images from the message, press [ ● pictures. → More → Text size. To change the text size, press [ ●...

  • Page 54: 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 55: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.2 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. To use this feature, you must first insert a memory card. The camera interface appears only in the landscape ●...
  • Page 56 › Capture a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the brightness.
  • Page 57 After taking photos, select to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right. ● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ● them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. You can also select , or double-tap the screen.

  • Page 58: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    › 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. → Smile shot. Select Make any necessary adjustments.

  • Page 59: Customise Camera Settings

    › 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 60: Record A Video

    Setting Function Set the camera to include location information for your photos. To improve GPS signals, avoid ● shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low- lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
  • Page 61 Number Function Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). Adjust the brightness. Change the camcorder settings. Switch to the camera. Record a video. View the video you recorded last. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when recording in the highest resolution.

  • Page 62: Gallery

    › Customise camcorder settings → Before recording a video, select to access the following options: Option Function Select the length of the delay before the Timer camera starts recording a video. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to White balance lighting conditions.

  • Page 63: Supported File Formats

    › Supported file formats Type Format Image Extension: bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp Extension: 3gp, mp4, mkv ● Video Codec: H.263, H.264, mpeg4 ● Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error ●...

  • Page 64: Play A Video

    Slideshow. To start a slideshow in the selected folder, select ● Tap the screen to stop the slideshow. Menu → Share. To send a photo to others, select ● Menu → Delete. To delete a photo, select ● Menu → To use additional features with a photo, select ●...

  • Page 65: Music

    Add music files to your memory card Start by transferring files to your memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 80 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 98 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 93 ►...

  • Page 66: Play Music

    › Play music After transferring music files to your memory card, Music. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Select a music category a music file. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected.

  • Page 67: Use The Party Shuffle Feature

    Number Function Open the playlist. Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). 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.

  • Page 68: Fm Radio

    › Customise music player settings Music. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Select a category a music file. → Settings. Press [ Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Set whether or not to activate the 5.1 channel virtual 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected.

  • Page 69: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    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. Adjust the volume. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.

  • Page 70: Add A Radio Station To The Favourites List

    › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add the radio station to the favourites list. You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio station;...
  • Page 71 Option Function Set whether or not to show the station Show station ID on the FM radio screen; Station IDs are available only from radio stations that provide this information. Set whether or not the FM radio Alternative attempts to retune a radio station frequency when the signal is weak.

  • Page 72: 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 →...

  • Page 73: Find A Contact

    › 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 74: Create A Group Of 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. › Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts.

  • Page 75: Copy Contacts

    › Copy contacts To copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Import/Export → Import from SIM card. Press [ Select a SIM or USIM card. Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact.

  • Page 76: Calendar

    To export contacts from your device to a memory card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Import/Export → Export to SD card. Press [ Yes to confirm. Select › View the communication log You can view the communication log of calls, messages, email or SNS threads.

  • Page 77: View Events

    Enter the details of the event as required. Done. Select › View events To change the calendar view, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Day, Week, or Month. → Press [ To view events of a specific date, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar.

  • Page 78: Memo

    Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date. › Create a memo Memo. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Create memo. Select Enter your memo text. → Press [ a colour to change a background colour. Save.

  • Page 79: Record A Voice Memo

    › Record a voice memo Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder. Record to start recording. Select Speak into the microphone. Stop. When you are finished, select Your memo is saved automatically. Record again. To record more voice memos, select ›...

  • Page 80: 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 81 While browsing the web page, use the following options: To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ● them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. You can also double-tap the screen. → New window. To open a new window, press [ ●...

  • Page 82: Search For Information By Voice

    › 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 83: Maps

    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 ● Copy link URL. Delete bookmark. To delete the bookmark, select ● To use the web page as your homepage of the browser, ●...

  • Page 84: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    Search. → Press [ Enter a keyword for the location and select To search for a location by voice, select . Select the location you want to view details. To view a list of all results for your search, select ●...

  • Page 85: 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 86: 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 87: Youtube

    Contacts : Select your destination from addresses of ● your contacts. Starred Places : Select your destination from the list of ● your starred places. YouTube Learn to view and share videos via YouTube. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 88: 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 89: Market

    For details, please visit www.samsungapps.com. ● In Idle mode, open the application list and select Samsung Apps. If you are launching this application for the first time, read the terms and conditions and select Accept. Search for and download applications as desired.

  • Page 90: News & Weather

    News & Weather Learn to view the weather information and read top news and other news articles. › View the weather information News & In Idle mode, open the application list and select Weather. Weather at the top of the screen. Select Your device searches for your current location and displays the weather information.

  • Page 91: 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 92: Send Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    › 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 93: 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.
  • Page 94 › Activate the Wi-Fi feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and networks → Wi-Fi settings → Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi feature running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the feature only when needed. ›...

  • Page 95: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Connect to a Wi-Fi AP using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network. To connect to a Wi-Fi AP with a WPS button, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...

  • Page 96: Share Your Device's Mobile Network Via Usb

    Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings Configure → Select portable Wi-Fi hotspot to configure network settings to use your device as an access point. Option Function View and edit the device name that Network SSID will be shown to external devices. Security Select the security type.

  • Page 97: Gps

    Your device is equipped with a global positioning system (GPS) receiver. Learn to activate location services. To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the following conditions: between buildings, in tunnels or underground passages, or ● inside buildings in poor weather ●...

  • Page 98: 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 99: Vpn Connections

    USB connected Open the notifications panel and select → Connect USB storage → Open the folder to view files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Disconnect storage from When you are finished, select To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and click the option to safely remove the mass storage device.
  • Page 100 › 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 101 Option Function Select a certificate authority (CA) certificate that the VPN server uses Set CA to identify you. You can import certificate certificates from the VPN server or download from the web. DNS search Enter the domain name server (DNS) domains address.

  • Page 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 105: Polaris Viewer

    Polaris Viewer Learn to view Polaris Viewer documents on your memory card. › Open a document Polaris In Idle mode, open the application list and select Viewer. If you are launching this application for the first time, register as an online user or skip the registration. My files or Recent documents →...

  • Page 106: Sim Toolkit

    › Manage documents online Polaris In Idle mode, open the application list and select Viewer. Web files → Select a service. Enter your email address and password to access your account, and then select Add. View and manage your documents on the server as desired.

  • Page 107: Voice Search

    : Check and manage the RAM for your device. ● Storage : View the used and available memory on your ● device and memory card. Help : View help information about extending battery ● life and RAM manager. Voice Search Learn to use the voice command feature to dial a number, send a message, or search for locations and information by voice.

  • Page 108: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a setting category and select an option. SIM card manager Access and alter the settings to control the network and the card settings for your device. p.

  • Page 109: Bluetooth Settings

    › Bluetooth settings Bluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ● p. 91 ► Device name : Set a Bluetooth name for your device. ● Discoverable : Set your device to be visible to other ● Bluetooth devices. Scan devices : Search for available Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 110: Call Settings

    › Mobile networks Use packet data : Set to allow packet switched data ● networks for network services. Data roaming : Set the device to connect to another ● network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names : Set up access point names (APNs).

  • Page 111: Sound

    › Turn on proximity sensor Set to turn on the proximity sensor during a call. › Call forwarding Divert incoming calls to another number. › Additional settings Caller ID : Display your caller ID to other parties for ● outgoing calls. Call waiting : Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in ●...

  • Page 112: Display

    Display Change the settings for the display. Screen display ● Font style : Change the font type for the display text. You can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get fonts online. Home screen Wallpaper: Select a background image for the idle screen. Lock screen Wallpaper: Select an image to display when the screen is locked.
  • Page 113 Set screen lock : Set the unlock security code. When you ● have set your security code, this option changes to Change screen lock. None : Disable the screen lock. Pattern : Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen. : Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen.

  • Page 114: Applications

    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 115: Accounts And Sync

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

  • Page 116: Locale And Text

    Locale and text Change the settings for text input. › Select language Select a display language for all menus and applications. › Select input method Select a default keypad type for text input. › Swype Language : Select a language for text input. ●...

  • Page 117: Samsung Keypad

    ● Version : View version information. ● › Samsung keypad Set the device to use the Samsung keypad. Portrait keypad types : Select the default input method, ● such as the QWERTY keyboard, traditional keypad, or handwriting screen. Input languages : Select languages for text input.

  • Page 118: Voice Input And Output

    : Set the device to insert a full stop when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Voice input and output Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text-to- speech feature.

  • Page 119: 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 the Power key. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device.

  • Page 120: 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, Password you must enter the password you set for the device.

  • Page 121: 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 8-10 seconds and release.

  • Page 122: 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 123 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 124: 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 PC or deleting ●...

  • Page 125: 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 126: 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 127 • 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 128 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 129 • 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 130 Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas Dust can cause your device to malfunction. 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 •...

  • Page 131: Reduce The Risk Of Repetitive Motion Injuries

    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. Safety precautions...
  • Page 132 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 133 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 134 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 135: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    For more information, visit www.samsung.com/sar and search for your device with the model number. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical &...

  • Page 136: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 137 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 138: Index

    Index access codes 120 call waiting 46 alarms camera creating 102 capturing photos 56 deleting 103 customising camcorder 62 stopping 102 customising camera 59 recording videos 60 battery connections charging 12 installing 10 Bluetooth 91 PC 98 Bluetooth VPN 99 activating 91 Wi-Fi 93 finding and pairing with...

  • Page 139: Flight Mode

    & weather 90 adding items 25 PC connections adding panels 27 mass storage 98 internet Samsung Kies 98 see web browser phonebook creating contacts 72 getting directions 84 creating groups 74 searching for locations 83 creating your namecard 73...
  • Page 140 PIN lock 32 text messages sending 47 Polaris Viewer 105 viewing 48 Samsung Apps 88 time and date, set 29 Samsung Kies 98 touch screen settings locking 24 about phone 119 using 23 accessibility 119 unpack 10 accounts and sync 115...
  • Page 141 (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
  • Page 142 Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC to launch Samsung Kies. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com...

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