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Page 2: Using This Manual
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Assembling ........... Get to know the idle screen ......22 Access applications .......... 24 Unpack ..............10 Customise your device ........26 Install the battery ..........11 Enter text ............28 Charge the battery ........... 12 Insert a memory card ........14 Communication ........
Page 7 Entertainment ........Web ............Camera ..............46 Internet ............... 70 Video Player ............56 Layar ..............73 Gallery ..............57 Maps ..............73 Music Player ............58 YouTube .............. 77 Daily briefing ............. 79 Personal information ......Market ..............80 Contacts ..............
Page 8 Tools ............Settings ..........Clock ..............90 Access the Settings menu ......101 Calculator ............92 Wireless & networks ........101 Aldiko eBook ............93 Call settings ............. 102 Mini Diary ............95 Sound & display ..........103 My Files ..............96 Location &...
Page 9 Search ............... 107 Locale and text ..........107 Accessibility ............. 109 Text-to-speech ..........109 Date & time ............110 About phone ........... 110 Troubleshooting ........ Safety precautions ......Contents...
Page 10: Assembling
Assembling Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. Unpack • The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories Check your product box for the following items: available in your region or offered by your service •...
Page 11: Install The Battery
Install the battery Insert the battery. To install the battery, If the device is on, press and hold [ ] and select Power off to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Replace the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
Page 12: Charge The Battery
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. multifunction jack. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
Page 13 • If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service › Charge with the PC data cable Centre. Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Page 14: Insert A Memory Card
Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port Samsung uses approved industry standards for on a PC. memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible Depending on the type of PC data cable you are...
Page 15: Remove The Memory Card
› Remove the memory card Remove the back cover. Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts removal. facing down. Applications Settings In Idle mode, select → → card & phone storage Unmount SD card.
Page 16: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)
› Attach a hand strap (optional) Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause Remove the back cover. incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection.
Page 17: Getting Started
Getting started Get to know your device › Device layout Turn your device on and off Earpiece Proximity sensor To turn on your device, press and hold [ ]. Your device will automatically connect to the cellular network. Light sensor To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Volume key Power off.
Page 18 › Keys Function Multifunction jack Headset jack Turn on the device (press and hold); Camera lens Power Access the quick menus (press and Flashbulb hold); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on Power key Menu the current screen. Back cover Return to the idle screen;...
Page 19: Indicator Icons
Function Icon Definition In Idle mode, open the Google HSD network connected search application; Open the search Search WLAN activated input window while using some applications. Bluetooth activated Volume Adjust the device’s volume. Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated › Indicator icons Voice call in progress Icons shown on the display may vary depending on Missed call...
Page 20: Use The Touch Screen
Use the touch screen Icon Definition Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or New text or multimedia message perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch New email message screen. • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use Alarm activated sharp tools.
Page 21: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys
• • For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom screen protection film before using your device. in or out while viewing photos or web pages. • • Your touch screen has a layer that detects small Your device turns off the touch screen when you electrical charges emitted by the human body.
Page 22: Get To Know The Idle Screen
Select the item category an item: → • Samsung Widgets : Add Samsung widgets to the When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle idle screen. screen. From the idle screen, you can view your device’s •...
Page 23: Use The Shortcuts Panel
› › Move items on the idle screen Use the shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open gray.
Page 24: Access Applications
› Add or remove panels to the idle screen Select an application. • When you use applications provided by Google, You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to you must have a Google account. If you do not organise widgets according to your preferences and needs.
Page 25: Access Recent Applications
› › Organise applications Use the task manager You can reorganise the applications in the application list Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than by changing their order or grouping them into categories one application at the same time. However, multitasking to suit your preferences and needs.
Page 26: Customise Your Device
› Customise your device Switch to the silent mode To mute or unmute your device, press and hold [ ] and Get more from your device by customising it to match your select Silent mode. preferences. › › Change your ringtone Set the current time and date In Idle mode, open the application list and select In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
Page 27: Set An Unlock Pattern
Save or Set wallpaper. Select › Set an unlock pattern Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. You can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorised people from using the device without your permission.
Page 28: Enter Text
Change the keyboard type • If you forget the unlock pattern, bring your device You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it. input field and select Input method a keyboard type →...
Page 29 Continue until you have finished the word. You can also use the following keys: Release the finger on the last character. Number Function When the word displays correctly, select to insert a space. If the correct word does not display, select an Change case.
Page 30: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad
› Enter text using the Samsung keypad You can also use the following keys: To change the keypad type, tap and hold and select Keyboard type a keypad type. → Option Function 3x4 Keypad Enter characters on the keypad. Qwerty...
Page 31: Copy And Paste Text
When entering text with the keypad, you can use the Mode Function following modes: Select an appropriate virtual key to enter Mode Function a number. Number You can enter numbers by tapping Select an appropriate virtual key until and holding a virtual key in ABC or the character you want appears on the T9 mode.
Page 32 Select Select text from the option list. Tap on the place where you want to end. Tap and hold the highlighted text. Select Copy to copy, or Cut to cut the text onto the clipboard. In another application, tap and hold the text input field.
Page 33: Communication
Communication Make a call In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone Dialer, and enter an area code and a phone → number. Calling Select to make a voice call. Learn to use calling functions, such as making and When you hold the device near your face, your answering calls, using options available during a call or device automatically turns off the touch screen to...
Page 34: Use The Headset
Answer a call Call an international number When a call comes in, select Answer. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone Dialer, and tap and hold 0 to insert the + → When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to character.
Page 35: Use Options During A Call
• • To place a call on hold or retrieve a held call during a call, To activate the speakerphone feature, select Speaker. press and hold the headset button. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty • To end a call, press the headset button. hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature.
Page 36 › View and dial missed calls Press [ Create. → Your device will display calls you have missed on the Enter a number to reject and select Save. display. To dial the number of a missed call, open the To add more numbers, repeat steps 4-5. shortcuts panel and select the missed call.
Page 37: View Call Logs
Set call waiting Enter a call barring password and select Your setting will be sent to the network. Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature ›...
Page 38: Messaging
Messaging Select the check boxes next to contacts and select Add. Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) Type to compose and enter your message text. Select messages, and view or manage messages you have sent To insert emoticons, press [ Insert smiley.
Page 39: Listen To Voice Mail Messages
› View a text or multimedia message Select the check boxes next to contacts and select Add. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Type to compose and enter your message text. Select Messaging. To insert emoticons, press [ Insert smiley.
Page 40: Google Mail
› Send an email message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone Dialer and then tap and hold 1. → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Follow the instructions from the voice mail server. Google Mail.
Page 41: View Email Messages
› › View email messages Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages In Idle mode, open the application list and select or adding stars to mark important messages. You can sort Google Mail. messages by label filter. Select an email message.
Page 42: Email
Filter messages Select Next (for general email accounts, such as Google Mail and Yahoo) or Manual setup (for other View labels. From the Inbox screen, press [ → company email accounts). Select the label of the messages you want to view. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 43: View An Email Message
› View an email message Select Contacts. You can enter an email address manually or select When you open an email account, you can view previously one from the recent recipients or groups by selecting retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to another button.
Page 44: Talk
• To view an attachment, select Open. To save it to your Press [ Add friend. → device, select Save. Enter an email address of the friend and select Send • To forward the message to other people, press [ →...
Page 45: Social Hub
To switch between active chats, press [ Switch → chats. End chat. To end the chat, press [ → Social Hub ™ Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for email, messages, instant messages, contacts or calendar information. Visit socialhub.samsungmobile.com for more details.
Page 46: Entertainment
Entertainment • The camera interface appears only in the landscape orientation. • The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period. Camera • The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions. Learn how to capture and view photos and videos.
Page 47 Number Function Number Function Check the camera status and settings. Hide or display icons in the viewfinder. • : Resolution Switch to the camcorder. • : Exposure metre type Capture a photo. • : Number of photos you can take (according to available memory) View the photo you captured last.
Page 48: Capture A Series Of Photos
After taking photos, select to view the taken photos. For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure. • To view more photos, scroll left or right. • To zoom in or out, select .
Page 49: Capture A Panoramic Photo
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Make any necessary adjustments. Select Continuous. Select to take the first photo. → Make any necessary adjustments. Slowly move the device in any direction and align the green frame with the viewfinder. Tap and hold .
Page 50: Capture A Vintage Photo
Select Smile shot. Make any necessary adjustments. → Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo. › Select Capture a vintage photo Aim the camera lens at your subject. You can take photos with a vintage look and feel by Your device recognises people in an image and detects applying colour filters.
Page 51: Capture A Combined Photo
› Capture a combined photo Select to take the first photo. The half of the first photo appears as a transparent You can take two photos with the same background and guide for the next photo. then combine the left and right halves of each photo into one photo.
Page 52: Customise Camera Settings
Select Action shot. Make any necessary adjustments. → Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo. › Select to capture the first photo. Customise camera settings Move the device to follow the moving subject. Before taking a photo, select to access the →...
Page 53 Option Function Option Function Resolution Change the resolution option. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos. White Adjust the colour balance according to Adjust contrast, saturation, and Adjust balance lighting conditions. sharpness. Apply a special effect, such as sepia or Effects Before taking a photo, select to access the following...
Page 54 › Record a video Number Function Check the camcorder status and In Idle mode, open the application list and select settings. Camera. • : Resolution Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. • : Length of video that can Select to switch to the camcorder.
Page 55: Customise Camcorder Settings
• To play a video, select Play. Number Function • Delete. To delete a video, select Switch to the camera. › Customise camcorder settings Record a video. Before recording a video, select to access the → View the video you recorded last. following options: Press the Volume key to zoom in or out.
Page 56: Video Player
Video Player Option Function Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of Video quality Set the quality level for your videos. videos. Adjust contrast, saturation, and Adjust sharpness. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Video Player.
Page 57: Gallery
Gallery Number Function Adjust the volume. Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device's memory and memory card. Move to a point of the file by dragging If your device displays that the memory is full when or tapping the bar.
Page 58: Music Player
› Share images or videos While viewing a photo, use the following options: • To view more photos, scroll left or right. In Idle mode, open the application list and select • To zoom in or out, select . You can also tap the Gallery.
Page 59: Play Music
› Add music files to your device Control playback with the following icons: Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. p. 70 ► • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 83 ► • Copy to your memory card.
Page 60 › Switch to disc view Number Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround In Idle mode, open the application list and select sound system when a headset is Music Player. connected. Press [ Go to Disc view. → Change the repeat mode (off, repeating Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
Page 61: Create A Playlist
› › Create a playlist Add songs to the quick list You can add songs to the quick list and save them as a In Idle mode, open the application list and select Add to quick list playlist. During playback, press [ →...
Page 62 Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Equaliser Select a default equaliser type. Effect Select a sound effect. Select music categories to display Music menu on the music library screen. Display an animated visualisation Visualisation during playback. Entertainment...
Page 63: Personal Information
Personal information Enter contact information. Select Save to add the contact to memory. You can also create a contact from the dialling screen. Contacts In Idle mode, open the application list and select Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or Phone Dialer.
Page 64: Find A Contact
› › Find a contact Set a speed dial number In Idle mode, open the application list and select In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Contacts. Scroll up or down on the contact list. Press [ More Speed dial.
Page 65: Create A Group Of Contacts
› Create a group of contacts Press [ Edit to enter our own personal details. → By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple Select Save. contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. You can send your namecard by attaching it to an Start by creating a group.
Page 66: Calendar
› Import or export contacts In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts History. → You can save all of your contacts as vcf files in a memory card, and export them from a memory card. Select an item you want to view. ›...
Page 67: Create An Event
› Create an event To view events of a specific date, In Idle mode, open the application list and select In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Calendar. Select a date on the calendar. In month view, days with Select Tap to create or press [ Create.
Page 68: Memo
› › Stop an event alarm Create a memo If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm In Idle mode, open the application list and select icon will appear at the specified time. Memo. Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen. If there is a memo saved, select Create memo or press Create.
Page 69: Voice Recorder
Select a memo to view its details. Speak into the microphone. • To view all details of memos from the memo list, When you are finished, select Stop. press [ Maximize. → To record more voice memos, select Record again. •...
Page 70: Web
› Browse web pages In Idle mode, open the application list and select Web services require a data connection. Contact your Internet to launch a specified homepage. operator to choose the best data plan. To access a specific web page, select the URL input field, enter the web address (URL) of the web page, and select Go.
Page 71 • To reload the current web page, press [ Refresh. → Number Function • Forward. To go to a next page in history, press [ → Enter the web address of a web page • More To bookmark the current web page, press [ →...
Page 72: Bookmark Your Favourite Web Pages
• To customise the browser settings, press [ More Enter a page title and a web address (URL). → Settings. → Select • To adjust the brightness of the screen, press [ More Brightness setting. This feature may be From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use →...
Page 73: Layar
Layar • To delete the bookmark, select Delete bookmark. • To use the web page as your homepage of the browser, Layar allows you to browse locations for real-time local select Set as homepage. information or maps through GPS and the camera of your ›...
Page 74: Google Maps
• This feature may be unavailable depending on Adjust the following settings to activate location your region or service provider. services: • Do not touch the internal antenna area or cover Option Function this area with your hands or other objects while Use wireless Set to use WLAN and/or mobile using the GPS functions.
Page 75: Get Directions To A Specific Destination
Enter a keyword for the location and select Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select • To zoom in or out, select . You can also Select a travel route to view details of your trip (if place two fingers on the screen and spread them necessary).
Page 76: Navigate To Your Destination
Select friends you want to add or enter an email Select a place name to view its details. address, and select Add friends Yes. → To view the place on the map, select When your friend accepts your invitation, you can To view the route to the place, select share locations.
Page 77: Youtube
› Watch videos Enter your destination by using one of the following methods: In Idle mode, open the application list and select • Type Destination : Enter your destination with the YouTube. virtual keypad. Select a video from the list. •...
Page 78: Share Videos
› Upload videos Number Function In Idle mode, open the application list and select Scan backward in a file. YouTube. Move to a point of the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Press [ Upload and select a video. Skip to 8. →...
Page 79: Daily Briefing
Enter your user name and password and select Sign in Adjust the following settings to customise the daily (if necessary). briefing screens: Upload. Enter details of the upload and select Option Function Videos larger than 3 MB can be uploaded only via a Select city Add cities for weather forecast.
Page 80: Market
› View daily briefing Daily In Idle mode, open the application list and select briefing. Select to update information. Scroll left or right to view information. Market You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from the Android Market. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
Page 81: Connectivity
Connectivity • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data Bluetooth with devices that are trusted and properly secured.
Page 82: Find And Pair With Other Bluetooth
› Find and pair with other Bluetooth- Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car kits, may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If enabled devices the other device has a PIN, you must enter it. In Idle mode, open the application list and select ›...
Page 83: Wi-Fi
› Wi-Fi Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network In Idle mode, open the application list and select (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards. Settings Wireless &...
Page 84: Add A Wlan Manually
› Find and connect to a WLAN Set the security settings depending on the selected security type. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Save. Select Settings Wireless & networks Wi-Fi settings. → → The device will automatically search for available ›...
Page 85: Allshare
› Customise DLNA settings for sharing To connect to a WLAN with a WPS PIN, media files In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless & networks Wi-Fi settings. To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files →...
Page 86 Select a media category a file. → Option Function Select Add to playlist. Turn on video sharing, image Share media sharing or music sharing with other Select a player—the one that will play the media file. DLNA-enabled devices. Playback begins at the selected player. Access point Select a connection profile to use Control playback using icons of your device.
Page 87: Mobile Ap
Select a device as the media server—the one that Select a media category and a file. contains media files. Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Select a media category and a file. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device.
Page 88: Pc Connections
Option Function data cable in various USB connection modes. View and edit the device name that will • When you connect your device to a PC, Samsung Name be shown to external devices. Kies mini automatically runs. • Hide my...
Page 89: Connect As A Mass Storage Device
If you want to transfer files from or to a memory card, Kies mini on the PC. insert a memory card into the device. When the installation is complete, Samsung Kies mini In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless &...
Page 90: Tools
Tools Set alarm details. • Show Daily briefing to activate the Daily Select briefing immediately after you stop an alarm. • Smart alarm to activate simulated nature Select Clock sounds with the alarm screen prior to the main alarm. Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and count-down timer.
Page 91: Delete An Alarm
› Delete an alarm To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3. To apply the summer time to the clocks, tap and Clock In Idle mode, open the application list and select hold a clock and select DST settings. Alarm. →...
Page 92: Calculator
› › Use the count-down timer Perform the calculation Clock In Idle mode, open the application list and select In Idle mode, open the application list and select Timer. Calculator. → Set the length of time to count down. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations.
Page 93: Aldiko Ebook
Select to close the calculator keypad. Select a book from the bookshelf. The calculation history appears. Tap the screen to start reading a book. Clear history. To clear the history, press [ → To move pages, drag your finger left or right or tap near the left or right margin of a page.
Page 94 › Download book files from the online Number Function book store View the book details. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Move to a page by dragging the bar. Aldiko eBook. Search for text in the book. Get more books.
Page 95: Mini Diary
In Idle mode, open the application list and select If there is a diary saved, select Create diary to create Aldiko eBook. a new entry. Import. Press [ Change the today's date and set the weather (if → necessary). Import Select →...
Page 96: My Files
My Files • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device. Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored error can occur when you open files.
Page 97: Task Manager
• • To delete files or folders, select Delete. Package : View the package size of applications installed on your device. • View by. To change the view mode, select • Summary : View the used and available memory on •...
Page 98: Create A New Document
› › Create a new document View and edit a document on your device In Idle mode, open the application list and select ThinkFree Office. In Idle mode, open the application list and select ThinkFree Office. Select Accept to confirm, if you are launching this application for the first time.
Page 99: Voice Dialler
› › Manage documents online Call a contact by voice dialling You can call numbers directly by saying the contact’s name In Idle mode, open the application list and select or number. ThinkFree Office. Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select Online.
Page 100: Write And Go
Write and Go Learn to enter text and send it as a message, upload it to a community website, or save it as a memo or calendar event. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Write and Go. Enter text using the text input panel.
Page 101: Settings
Settings › Wi-Fi settings • Wi-Fi : Turn the WLAN feature on or off. p. 83 ► • Network notification : Set the device to notify you when an open network is available. Access the Settings menu • WPS button connection : Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button.
Page 102: Call Settings
› • Dial up networking Visible : Set your device to be visible to other Bluetooth devices. Set the device to use a dial-up network to access to data • Scan devices : Search for available Bluetooth devices. services. › When the dial-up network is on, all the data services USB settings on the device will be disabled.
Page 103: Sound & Display
› • Auto retry Reject call with message : Select a message to be sent to a caller when you reject a call. Activate auto redial for automatically redialling a call that • Call status tones : Activate or deactivate call connection was not connected or cut off during a call.
Page 104 • • Ringer volume : Adjust the volume level for the call SD card notifications : Set the device to sound when a ringtone and notification ringtone. memory card is recognised. • • Media volume : Set the default volume for music and Emergency tone : Set how the device alerts to videos.
Page 105: Location & Security
Location & security • Visible passwords : By default, the device displays your password as · for security. Set the device to display your Change the settings for securing your device and GPS password as you enter. functionality. • Use secure credentials : Use certificates and credentials •...
Page 106: Accounts & Sync
Accounts & sync • Manage applications : Access the list of the applications installed on the device and check the application Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage information. accounts for synchronisation. • Running services : View the services you are using and •...
Page 107: Sd Card & Phone Storage
SD card & phone storage Locale and text Check memory information of memory cards and your Change the settings for text input. device, and format the external memory. › Select locale Search Select a display language for all menus and applications. ›...
Page 108: Samsung Keypad
• Version : View version information. • Enable tip indicator : Set to alert you to quick help by › Samsung keypad blinking the tip indicator. • Auto-spacing : Set the device to automatically insert a • Keypad types : Select the default input method, space between words.
Page 109: Accessibility
: Listen to the spoken text for an in Handwriting mode. example. Install voice data for using the text-to-speech feature. • Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung • keypad. Install voice data : Download and install voice data for the text-to-speech feature.
Page 110: Date & Time
• • Always use my settings : Set the device to use the Select time zone : Set your home time zone. settings you specify in applications rather than the • Set time : Set the current time manually. default settings. •...
Page 111: Troubleshooting
• Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting...
Page 112 Your device freezes or has fatal errors Outgoing calls are not connected • If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your •...
Page 113 Audio quality is poor The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off • Ensure that you are not blocking the device's internal antenna. • The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- • coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try When you are in areas with weak signals or poor charging the battery again.
Page 114 Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile available memory and battery power to operate the device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error camera application. If you receive error messages when...
Page 115 Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect the device to a PC •...
Page 116: Safety Precautions
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, or disconnect designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can the charger by pulling on the cord cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
Page 117 Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage Do not use your device near a pacemaker • • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker if temperatures.
Page 118 • • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as speed or chemicals, and at blasting areas. dial and redial. These features help you reduce the time needed to •...
Page 119 • Do not store your device on slopes Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are in If your device falls, it can be damaged. danger, call a local emergency number.
Page 120 • • Your device may overheat and cause a fire. Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device •...
Page 121 Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. your waist Do not use the device for anything other than its intended You can be injured or damage the device if you fall.
Page 122 Be sure to back up important data • Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your Samsung is not responsible for data loss. vehicle are securely mounted. • Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification deployment area.
Page 123 Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG the content and services. Any question or request for service relating to...
Page 124 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. To install Kies mini Download the latest version of Kies mini from the Samsung website (www.samsungmobile.com) and install it on your Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless &...

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