Samsung GT-I9100G User Manual

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  • Page 1 Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com) and install it on your PC. Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (SEA). 03/2012. Rev. 1.1...
  • Page 2 GT-I9100 user manual...
  • Page 3: 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 4: Instructional Icons

    Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 5 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ●...
  • Page 6 ® ® DivX , DivX Certified , and ● associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under licence. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of ● their respective owners. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is ®...
  • Page 7: 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 ............15 Attach a hand strap .............. 17 Getting started ............18 Turn your device on and off ..........18 Get to know your device .............
  • Page 8 Web ................90 Internet ................... 90 Maps ..................93 Latitude ................... 95 Places ..................95 Navigation ................96 Google Search ............... 97 YouTube .................. 97 Samsung Apps ..............98 Market ..................99 Readers Hub ................99 News & Weather ..............100 Contents...
  • Page 9 Connectivity ............101 Bluetooth ................101 Wi-Fi ..................103 Wi-Fi Direct ................105 AllShare ................. 106 Mobile network sharing ........... 109 GPS ..................110 PC connections ..............111 VPN connections ..............113 Tools ............... 115 Clock ..................115 Calculator ................117 Downloads ................
  • Page 10 Location and security ............132 Applications ................. 133 Accounts and sync .............. 134 Motion ................... 135 Privacy ................... 135 Storage .................. 136 Language and keyboard ..........136 Voice input and output ............. 138 Accessibility ................. 140 Dock settings ............... 141 Date and time ..............
  • Page 11: Assembling

    ● Travel adapter (charger) ● 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 may vary ● depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
  • Page 12 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold the Power/Lock 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 13: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 14: 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 15 If your device is not charging properly, bring your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
  • Page 16: Insert A Memory Card

    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 17: Remove The Memory Card

    Remove the back cover and battery. 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 battery and back cover. › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
  • Page 18: Attach A Hand Strap

    › 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. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card → →...
  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, Press and hold the Power/Lock 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/Lock key and then select Power off →...
  • Page 20: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Light sensor Mouthpiece Proximity sensor Earpiece Front camera lens Volume key Touch screen Home key Back key Menu key Mouthpiece Multifunction jack 1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos.
  • Page 21: Key Function

    Headset jack Flashbulb Rear camera lens Power/Lock key Back cover Speaker Internal antenna › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the quick menus (press and Lock hold); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the Menu current screen;...
  • Page 22: 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 WLAN Direct connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated...
  • Page 23 Icon Definition Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated WLAN hotspot 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...
  • Page 24: 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 25: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Your device turns off the touch screen when you do ● not use the device for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press the Power/Lock key or the Home key. You can also adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode, ●...
  • Page 26: Use The Shortcuts Panel

    Add or tap and hold the empty area on the → Press [ idle screen. → Select the item category an item: Widgets : Add widgets to the idle screen. ● Shortcuts : Add shortcuts to items, such as applications, ●...
  • Page 27: Add Or Remove Panels To The Idle Screen

    From the shortcuts panel, you can use the following options: Wi-Fi : Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection feature. ● p. 104 ► Bluetooth : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless ● connection feature. p. 101 ► : Activate or deactivate the GPS feature. ●...
  • Page 28: Access Applications

    Access applications To access your device’s applications, Applications to access the application In Idle mode, select list. Scroll left or right to another application screen. You can also select a dot at the bottom of the screen to move to the corresponding main menu screen directly. Select an application.
  • Page 29 › 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 30: Customise Your Device

    › Access recent applications Press and hold the Home key to open the list of applications you have accessed recently. Select an application to access. › Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than one application at the same time.
  • Page 31: Switch To The Silent Mode

    › Turn on or off the touch tone In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Audible selection. › Adjust the volume of the ringtones Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone volume.
  • Page 32: Select A Wallpaper For The Idle Screen

    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 33 Set an unlock pattern Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Location and security → Set up screen lock → Pattern. See the on-screen instructions and example patterns and select Next. Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 4 dots.
  • Page 34: Activate The Mobile Tracker

    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 35: Enter Text

    Read the terms and conditions and select Alert message recipients. Select Enter the password for your Samsung account again and select OK. Enter a phone number including a country code (with Enter the text message to be sent to the recipients.
  • Page 36: Enter Text Using The Swype Keyboard

    › 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. Continue until you have finished the word. Release the finger on the last character. When the word displays correctly, select to insert a space.
  • Page 37 You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Access the swype tip screen; Show the alternative word list for the selected characters; Changed the text input method (tap and hold). Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC mode. Change the input language.
  • Page 38: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad

    › 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. Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on the screen.
  • Page 39: Copy And Paste Text

    Number Function Access the keypad settings; Change the text input method (tap and hold). Insert a space; Insert a full stop (double-tap); Change the input language (tap and hold, and then scroll left or right). Functions of this key may vary depending on your service provider.
  • Page 40: Download Applications From Android Market

    Download applications from Android Market Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ●...
  • Page 41: Download Files From The Web

    Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device saves them in a memory card. 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 42: Synchronise Data Manually

    › 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. For online community services, such as Facebook or MySpace, enter your user name and password and select Log in.
  • Page 43: Communication

    Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. › Make and answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls.
  • Page 44: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, drag right. 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. To send a message when you reject incoming calls, select Reject call with message.
  • Page 45: Use Options During A Voice Call

    › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options while a voice call is in progress: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select .
  • Page 46: 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 47 › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and create auto reject lists, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
  • Page 48 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, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call →...
  • Page 49: View Call Logs

    Select a call barring option. Enter a call barring password and select Your setting will be sent to the network. 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.
  • Page 50: 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 51: View A Text Or Multimedia Message

    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 When you enter an email address, the device will convert the message as a multimedia message.
  • Page 52: 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, Phone In Idle mode, open the application list and select Keypad and then tap and hold 1.
  • Page 53: View Email Messages

    Compose. → Press [ 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 54: 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 Add a star to a message From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Add star.
  • Page 55: Send An Email Message

    When you are finished setting up the email account, the email messages are downloaded to your device. If you have created more than two accounts, you can switch between email accounts; Select an account name at the top left of the screen and select one you want to retrieve messages from.
  • Page 56: View An Email Message

    › View an email message When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view them offline. Email → In Idle mode, open the application list and select an email account.
  • Page 57: Talk

    Talk ™ Learn to chat with friends and family via Google Talk This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Add friends to your friend list Talk. In Idle mode, open the application list and select The friend list shows all of your Google Talk contacts at a glance.
  • Page 58: Social Hub

    Social Hub ™ Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for Social Network Service (SNS), email, messages, instant messages, contacts or calendar information. Visit socialhub.samsungmobile.com for more details. Social In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub.
  • Page 59: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 3264 x 2448 pixels (8 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 pixels. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ●...
  • Page 60 Number Function Change the camera settings. Open the image viewer to view photos you captured. Use camera shortcuts. : Change the flash setting. ● : Switch between the front and rear ● camera lenses. You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options.
  • Page 61: Capture A Photo In Self Shot Mode

    Select to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right. ● To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ●...
  • Page 62: Capture A Beauty Photo

    Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Self shot. Select Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo. › Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of their smiling faces.
  • Page 63: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    › Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama shooting mode. This mode is convenient for photographing landscapes. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Shooting mode →...
  • Page 64: Capture A Photo In Cartoon Mode

    › Capture a photo in Cartoon mode You can take photos with cartoon effects. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Shooting mode → Cartoon. Select Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo.
  • Page 65 Option Function Apply a special effect, such as sepia or Effects black and white tones. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to White balance lighting conditions. Adjust the sensitivity of the camera imaging sensor. Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Outdoor Activate Outdoor visibility to select an visibility...
  • Page 66: Record A Video

    › Record a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to the camcorder to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments.
  • Page 67 Number Function Check the camcorder status. : Length of video that can be ● recorded (according to available memory) : Default storage location ● Switch to the camera. Record a video. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).
  • Page 68: Customise Camcorder Settings

    › Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video, select to access the following options: Option Function Change the flash setting; You can Flash manually turn the flash on or off. Recording Change the recording mode. mode Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Select the length of the delay before the Timer camera starts recording a video.
  • Page 69: Videos

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. Edit shortcuts or → From the preview screen, press [ tap and hold the shortcut area. Tap and hold an icon from the option list and drag it to the shortcut area.
  • Page 70: Gallery

    Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Change a ratio of the video screen. Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold).
  • Page 71: View A Photo

    Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX ● Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts will be decremented. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device.
  • Page 72: Photo Editor

    › Play a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery. Select a video (with the icon) to play. Rotate the device to landscape view. Control playback with the virtual keys. p. 68 ► Photo editor You can edit photos and apply various effects. Photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select editor.
  • Page 73: Video Maker

    Video maker You can edit videos and apply various effects. The video editor supports the following video resolutions and codecs: Type Format 176 x 144, 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 720 x 480, Resolutions 1280 x 720 Codecs H.264, H.263, MPEG4 Some video files in Gallery may not be viewable depending on the video resolutions and codecs.
  • Page 74: Trim A Segment Of A Video

    Select and add a transition effect between images or videos. → Save. When you are finished, press [ › Trim a segment of a video Launch the video editor and add media files. Select Drag an image or video to the red line. Move the start bracket to the point where you want the file to begin.
  • Page 75: Music

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 90 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 111 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 103 ►...
  • Page 76: Create A Playlist

    Icon Function Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). 1.
  • Page 77: Music Hub

    › Add songs to the quick list You can add songs to the quick list and save them as a → Add to quick list to playlist. During playback, press [ add the current song to the quick list. To go to the quick list, from the music player main screen, select Playlists →...
  • Page 78: Fm Radio

    Music In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the check box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm. Search for songs, and preview or buy your favourite songs. FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio.
  • Page 79: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Turn off or on the FM radio. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. Fine-tune the frequency. › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.
  • Page 80: 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. Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list.
  • Page 81: Game Hub

    Game Hub Learn to play social and premium games. Game In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the check box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm.
  • Page 82: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. › Create a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.
  • Page 83: Find A Contact

    › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. 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 84: 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 85: Copy Contacts

    Create. → Press [ Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group. Add member, select contacts to add to the group, Select and select Add. Save. Select › Copy contacts To copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.
  • Page 86: Calendar

    Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact. Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and select OK. Select contact files to import and select To export contacts from your device to a memory card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
  • Page 87: View Events

    › View events To change the calendar view, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Select a view mode from the top of the calendar. To view events of a specific date, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar.
  • Page 88: Task

    Task Learn to create a task list and set alarms to remind yourself of important tasks or set priority. › Create a task Task. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Create task or press [ → Create to create a task. Select Enter the details of the task.
  • Page 89: Voice Recorder

    › View memos Memo. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Search or press and hold [ Press [ ] to search for a memo (if necessary). Select a memo to view its details. To edit the memo, select You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and selecting Send.
  • Page 90: Play A Voice Memo

    › Play a voice memo Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder. List. Select Select a voice memo to play. You can send the voice memo to others by pressing → Share. Personal information...
  • Page 91: 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. For details, contact your service provider.
  • Page 92 Number Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: To zoom in or out, tap the screen with two fingers and ●...
  • Page 93: Search For Information By Voice

    ● More Print. Your device is → → printer, press [ compatible only with Samsung printers. › 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.
  • Page 94: Maps

    From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use the following options: Open. To open the web page in the current window, select ● Open in To open the web page in a new window, select ● new window. Edit bookmark.
  • Page 95: Search For A Specific Location

    › Search for a specific location Maps. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select OK. The map will display your current location. → Search. Press [ Enter a keyword for the location and select To view a list of all results for your search, select ●...
  • Page 96: Latitude

    Select The route is indicated on the map. To view only the single part of the route, select → Clear Map. When you are finished, press [ Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view ™ friends’ locations via Google Latitude Latitude.
  • Page 97: Navigation

    Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category. Select a place name to view its details. To view the place on the map, select To view the route to the place, select Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance.
  • Page 98: Google Search

    Google Search You can search for data saved on your device or on the web. Google In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search. Enter a letter or a word of the data to search for. Select the item’s name you want to access. YouTube Learn to view and share videos via YouTube.
  • Page 99: 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 100: Market

    Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps. Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better. The feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. For details, please visit www.samsungapps.com. ●...
  • Page 101: News & Weather

    If you are launching this application for the first time, select the check box next to Skip this screen for 90 days and select Confirm. Select an image of reading material. Search for and download reading material from the online store.
  • Page 102: 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 103: 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 network Bluetooth settings → → → Search for 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 104: Wi-Fi

    › Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network Bluetooth settings → → → Visible. 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 105: Activate The Wlan Feature

    › Activate the WLAN feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → 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 106: Wi-Fi Direct

    › Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network. To connect to a WLAN with a WPS button, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Wireless and network →...
  • Page 107: Allshare

    Connect. Select a device and then select When the owner of the other device accepts the connection, pairing is complete. Disconnect To deactivate the WLAN Direct feature, select Wi-Fi Direct. › Send data via a WLAN Select a file or item, such as a memo, media file, or web address, from an appropriate application or My files.
  • Page 108 › Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device, you must activate media sharing. Some files may not play on the DLNA-enabled devices depending on the devices. AllShare. In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 109 › Play your files on another DLNA-enabled device AllShare. In Idle mode, open the application list and select My device. Select Select a media category and a file. Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device.
  • Page 110: 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 111: Gps

    › Share your device’s mobile network via USB Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Wireless and network → Tethering and portable hotspot.
  • Page 112: 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). Connectivity...
  • Page 113: Connect As A Mass Storage Device

    If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, double- click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC. Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information. › Connect as a mass storage device You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory.
  • Page 114: Vpn Connections

    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. Then remove the PC data cable from the PC. Otherwise, you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage the memory card.
  • Page 115 Option Function Set IPsec pre- Enter a pre-shared key. shared key Enable L2TP Set to use the L2TP secret password. secret Set L2TP secret Enter the L2TP secret password. Select a user certificate that the VPN Set user server uses to identify you. You can certificate import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web.
  • Page 116: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and the desk clock. › Set a new alarm Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Alarm. Create alarm or press [ →...
  • Page 117: Create A World Clock

    › Create a world clock Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select World clock. Add city or press [ → Add. Select Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To select a city in the world map view, select To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3.
  • Page 118: Calculator

    › Use the desk clock The desk clock displays the current time and date, and weather. Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Desk clock. → Settings. Press [ Change the following options: Option Function Time/Calendar Set to display the clock or calendar.
  • Page 119: Downloads

    › Perform the calculation In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Rotate the device to landscape view to use the scientific calculator. If you deactivate the auto rotation, press →...
  • Page 120: Kies Air

    Kies air Kies air allows you to connect a PC to your device via a WLAN. From the PC browser, you can view and control media files, contacts, messages, and any other data saved on your device. › Customise Kies air settings Kies air.
  • Page 121: Mini Diary

    Enter the web address displayed by Kies air in the browser on your PC. When connected, you will see your device data on the PC’s web browser. Stop. To end the connection, select Mini diary Learn to keep a photo diary. ›...
  • Page 122: 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 memory card. My files. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Select a folder a file.
  • Page 123: Task Manager

    Enter a name for the document and select the saving location. Save. Select › Open a document Polaris In Idle mode, open the application list and select Office. My files → Select a document file. Task manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information.
  • Page 124: Voice Commands

    Voice commands Your device provides the intelligent voice command feature which turns your voice commands into action. You can dial a number, send a message, search for locations or information, or complete other tasks simply by speaking to your device. Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select commands.
  • Page 125: Voice Talk

    Voice talk Learn to use the voice command feature provided by Voice talk. You can dial a number, send a message, write a memo, or complete other tasks simply by speaking to your device while on the go. Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select talk.
  • Page 126: 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 network Change the settings for wireless network connections. › Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.
  • Page 127: Bluetooth Settings

    › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via a WLAN. › Bluetooth settings Bluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ● p. 101 ► Device name : Set a Bluetooth name for your device.
  • Page 128: Call

    › Mobile networks Use packet data : Set to allow packet switched data ● networks for network services. Data roaming : Set the device to connect another network ● when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names : Set up access point names (APNs).
  • Page 129: Additional Settings

    The power key ends calls : Set the device to end a call when you press the Power/Lock key. Turn on proximity sensor: Set to turn on the proximity ● sensor during a call. Call forwarding : Divert incoming calls to another number. ●...
  • Page 130: Sound

    Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. Silent mode : Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds ● except media sounds and alarm ringtones. Vibration : Set when the device will vibrate for various ● events. Volume : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, ●...
  • Page 131: 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. Wallpaper : Select a background image for the idle screen. Wallpaper : Select an image to display when the screen is locked.
  • Page 132: Power Saving Mode

    Gyro sensor calibration : Calibrate the gyroscope so your ● device can correctly recognise rotation. Place the device on a stable surface during calibration. ● The calibration process may fail if the device vibrates or moves during calibration. Calibrate the gyroscope when tilting or panning ●...
  • Page 133: Location And Security

    Location and security Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card, and GPS functionality. Use wireless networks : Set to use WLAN and/or mobile ● networks for finding your location. Use GPS satellites : Set to use the GPS satellite for finding ●...
  • Page 134: Applications

    Alert message recipients : Add or edit recipients for the ● alert message. Remote functions : Set to control a lost device remotely via ● the web. Visible passwords : By default, the device displays your ● password as · for security. Set the device to display your password as you enter.
  • Page 135: Accounts And Sync

    Samsung Apps : Select a network connection (Wi-Fi or ● packet switched data network) to get notifications for new applications from Samsung Apps. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation.
  • Page 136: Motion

    Motion Change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. Motion activation : Set to use motion recognition. ● Turn over : Set to mute incoming calls, alarms, music, and ● the FM radio by placing the device face down. Tilt : Set to zoom in or out while viewing images in Gallery ●...
  • Page 137: Storage

    Storage View memory information for your device and memory card. You can also format the memory card. Formatting a memory card will permanently delete all data from the memory card. Language and keyboard Change the settings for text input. › Select language Select a display language for all menus and applications.
  • Page 138: Samsung Keypad

    : Learn how to enter text faster with the Swype ● keyboard. Version : View version information. ● › 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 139: Voice Input And Output

    : Set the device to insert a period 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 140 Use location : Set to use your location information for voice ● search results. Hide offensive words : Hide offensive words your device ● recognised from voice search results. Auto-punctuation : Set to automatically insert punctuation ● marks when needed. Listen over Bluetooth : Set to recognise your voice ●...
  • Page 141: Accessibility

    › Text-to-speech settings Listen to an example : Listen to the spoken text for an ● example. Install voice data for using the text-to-speech feature. Driving mode : Activate Driving mode to set the device to ● read contents aloud. Driving mode settings : Specify applications to use in ●...
  • Page 142: Dock Settings

    Dock settings Audio output mode : Set to use the connected dock’s ● speaker when your device is connected to a car or desktop dock. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device: Automatic : Automatically update the time when you move ●...
  • Page 143: 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 144: 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/Lock key for 8-10 seconds.
  • Page 145: 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 146 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 147: 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 148: 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 149: 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 150 ● 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 ● Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures.
  • Page 151 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 152 ● Position your device within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless device without removing your eyes from the road. If you receive an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you. ● Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving.
  • Page 153 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 154: Protect Your Hearing

    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 155 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 156 Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel. Be sure to back up important data Samsung is not responsible for data loss. Do not distribute copyright-protected material Do not distribute copyright-protected material that you have recorded to others without the permission of the content owners.
  • Page 157: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    The Declaration of Conformity statement at the back of this manual demonstrates your device’s compliance with the European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung website. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical &...
  • Page 158: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
  • Page 159 “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...

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