Samsung GT-S6500D User Manual

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  • Page 1 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...
  • Page 2: User Manual

    GT-S6500D user manual...
  • Page 3: 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 4 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: Instructional Icons

    No part of this user manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics. Using this manual...
  • Page 6 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 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 (optional) ........15 Attach a hand strap (optional) .......... 17 Getting started ............18 Turn your device on and off ..........
  • Page 8 Internet ................... 84 Maps ..................87 Latitude ................... 89 Places ..................89 Navigation ................90 YouTube .................. 91 Samsung Apps ..............92 Market ..................92 News & Weather ..............93 Connectivity ............94 Bluetooth ................94 Wi-Fi ..................96 Wi-Fi Direct ................98 AllShare ...................
  • Page 9 Mobile network sharing ........... 101 GPS ..................103 PC connections ..............104 VPN connections ..............106 Tools ............... 108 Clock ..................108 Calculator ................110 Downloads ................111 Google Search ..............111 Kies air ................... 112 My files .................. 113 SIM Toolkit ................
  • Page 10 Voice input and output ............. 130 Accessibility ................. 131 Date and time ..............131 About phone ............... 131 Troubleshooting ..........132 Safety precautions ..........138 Index ..............150 Contents...
  • Page 11: 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 12 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and select Power off → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
  • Page 13: 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 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, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
  • Page 16: 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 17: Remove The Memory Card

    Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of the device. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing up. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Close the cover of the memory card slot. ›...
  • Page 18: 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 → Storage → Unmount In Idle mode, select SD card → → Format SD card →...
  • Page 19: 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 20: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Proximity sensor Earpiece Touch screen Volume key Home key Memory card slot Back key Menu key Mouthpiece Headset jack Camera lens Speaker GPS antenna Power/Reset/ Lock Back cover Main antenna Multifunction jack 1.
  • Page 21: Key Function

    › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the quick menus (press and Reset hold); Reset the device (press and hold Lock for 8-10 seconds and release); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the current screen;...
  • Page 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 Wi-Fi APs available Wi-Fi AP connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated Call in progress...
  • Page 23 Icon Definition Synchronised with the web Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC Power saving mode activated USB tethering activated Wi-Fi tethering activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area)
  • Page 24: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio turned on in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time 10:00 AM Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions.
  • Page 25: 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 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 [ You can also place your two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode.
  • Page 29 Select an application. When you use applications provided by Google, you ● must have a Google account. If you do not have a Google account, sign up for a Google account. You can add a shortcut to an application by tapping ●...
  • Page 30: Customise Your Device

    › Access recent applications Press and hold the Home key to view the 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. However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption.
  • Page 31: 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: → In Idle mode, open the application list and select ●...
  • 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 and select Continue.
  • Page 34: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely. Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 35: Enter Text

    Enter your email address and password for your Samsung account and select Sign in. To create a Samsung account, select Sign up. 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 Access the keypad settings; Change the keypad type (tap and hold). Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language.
  • Page 37: Enter Text Using The Swype Keypad

    › Enter text using the Swype keypad Select the first character of a word and drag your finger to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen. 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 38 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 keypad settings (tap and hold). Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC/Number mode. Change the input language. Clear your input.
  • Page 39: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Place the cursor on the text you want to copy. Select Select word or Select all. Select Drag or to select the text you want.
  • 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 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. Some media files include Digital Rights Management to protect copyrights. This protection may prevent you from downloading, copying, modifying, or transferring some files.
  • 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. › Activate automatic sync Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Accounts and sync.
  • 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 or answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls.
  • Page 44: Answer A Call

    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 45: 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 46: 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 auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring.
  • Page 47 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 48: 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. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings →...
  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: Google Mail

    › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to voice mail messages, →...
  • Page 52: View Email Messages

    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 53: Email

    Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Change labels. Select Select a label to add and select Filter messages → Go to labels. From the Inbox screen, press [ Select the label of the messages you want to view. Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account.
  • Page 54: Send An Email Message

    › Send an email message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email → an email account. Select Add recipients of your message. Enter email addresses manually, separating them with a ● semicolon or by selecting the Enter key. Select email addresses from the lists by selecting ●...
  • Page 55: Talk

    Select an email message. From the message view, use the following options: To move to the previous or next message, select ● To move the message to another folder, select ● To delete the message, select ● Reply. → To reply to the message, select ●...
  • Page 56: Chaton

    › 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 57: Social Hub

    Social Hub ™ Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for Social Network Service (SNS), email, or messages. Visit socialhub.samsungapps.com for more details. Social In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, add an account or skip it for a later setup.
  • Page 58: 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 640 x 480 pixels. The camera interface appears only in the landscape ●...
  • Page 59 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Check the camera status and settings. : Resolution ● : Exposure metre type ● : Number of photos you can take ● (according to available memory) : Storage location ●...
  • Page 60 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when shooting in the highest resolution. Select to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. After taking photos, select to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right.
  • Page 61: Capture A Series Of Photos

    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. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera.
  • Page 62: 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. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. →...
  • Page 63 Option Function Apply a special effect, such as sepia or Effects black and white tones. Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos. → Before taking a photo, select to access the following settings: Setting Function...
  • Page 64: Record A Video

    › Record a video Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments.
  • Page 65: Customise Camcorder Settings

    Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when recording in the highest resolution. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed.
  • Page 66: Gallery

    → Before recording a video, select to access the following settings: Setting Function Display the guidelines on the preview Guidelines screen. Audio Turn the audio on or off. recording Set the camera to display the recorded Review video. Select a memory location for storing Storage recorded videos.
  • Page 67: View A Photo

    ● and use the following options: Print : Print a photo using a Wi-Fi or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Crop : Crop an image from a photo. Rotate left : Rotate a photo anti-clockwise.
  • Page 68: Videos

    › 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. Videos Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos. The video player supports the following file formats: 3gp, mp4 (Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.264).
  • Page 69: Music

    Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Change a ratio of the video screen. Restart playback; Skip backward (double- tap); 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 70: Play Music

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 84 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 104 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 96 ►...
  • Page 71 Number Function Move to a point of the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Restart playback; Skip backward (double-tap); Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Adjust the volume. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). Pause playback;...
  • Page 72: Create A Playlist

    › Create a playlist Music. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Playlists. Select → Create. Press [ Save. Enter a title for your new playlist and select Add music. Select Add. Select the files you want to include and select During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing →...
  • Page 73: Fm Radio

    Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Equaliser Select a default equaliser type. Sound effects Select a sound effect. Select music categories to display on Music menu the music library screen. Display an animated visualisation Visualisation during playback.
  • Page 74 Select the radio station you want from the all station list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen. Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Scan the available radio station. Touch to enter radio station frequency manually.
  • Page 75: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. → Scan → Press [ a scanning option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the all station list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen.
  • Page 76 › Customise FM radio settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. → Settings. Press [ Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio: Option Function Set whether or not to run the FM radio in the background while using other Background applications.
  • Page 77: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. › Create a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select Select a memory location.
  • Page 78: Find A Contact

    Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact. Enter contact information. Save to add the contact to memory. Select › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Scroll up or down on the contact list.
  • Page 79: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Create your namecard In Idle mode, open the application list and select → My profile. Press [ 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.
  • Page 80: Calendar

    To copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Import/Export → Export to SIM card. Press [ Export → Select contacts to copy and select › Import or export contacts To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
  • Page 81: Create An Event

    › Create an event In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Tap to create event or press [ → Create. Select Enter the details of the event as required. Save. Select › View events To change the calendar view, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar.
  • Page 82: Memo

    › Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time. Open the notifications panel from the top of the screen. Select a reminder to view more details about the event. To snooze or dismiss the reminder, select the check box next to events you want and select Snooze or Dismiss.
  • Page 83: Voice Recorder

    Change the colour of the memo. Lock the memo. Print the memo using a WLAN connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. You can send the memo to others by tapping and ● holding the memo and selecting Send →...
  • Page 84: Play A Voice Memo

    Stop. When you are finished, select Your memo is saved automatically. Record again. To record more voice memos, select › 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 →...
  • Page 85: 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 86 To view the download history, press [ ● Downloads. More → → To customise the browser settings, press [ ● Settings. To print the current web page using a WLAN connection, ● → More → Print. Your device is compatible only press [ with Samsung printers.
  • Page 87: 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 88: 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 89: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    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 ● To zoom in or out, select ●...
  • Page 90: 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 91: Navigation

    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 ● Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance.
  • Page 92: Youtube

    YouTube Learn to view and share videos via YouTube. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Watch videos In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube. Select a video from the list. Rotate the device to landscape view.
  • Page 93: 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 94: News & Weather

    Market. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept. Search for a file and download it to the device. p. 39 ► News & Weather Learn to view the weather information and read top news and other news articles.
  • Page 95: 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 96: 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 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 97: 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 specified period. You can set the duration that your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices by selecting Visible time-out.
  • Page 98 › Activate the Wi-Fi feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → 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 99: Wi-Fi Direct

    › 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 100: Allshare

    › Send data via Wi-Fi Select a file or item, such as a memo, media file, or web address, from an appropriate application or My files. Select an option for sending data via Wi-Fi. The method for selecting an option may vary by data type.
  • Page 101 Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA feature: Option Function Enter a name for your device as a Device name media server. Turn on video sharing with other Share videos DLNA-enabled devices. Turn on image sharing with other Share photos DLNA-enabled devices.
  • Page 102: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Play files of one device on the other device AllShare. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Remote device. Select Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices. Select a device as the media server—the one that contains media files. Select a media category and a file.
  • Page 103: Share Your Device's Mobile Network Via Usb

    Configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot to configure Select 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. Save. When you are finished, select From another device, locate your device’s name in the available connection list and connect to the network.
  • Page 104: 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 105: 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 106: Connect As A Mass Storage Device

    › Connect as a mass storage device You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory. If you insert a memory card in the device, you can also access the file directory of the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader.
  • Page 107: Vpn Connections

    VPN connections You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to your private network securely through a public network, such as the internet. Your device should already be configured with internet access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you need to edit connections.
  • Page 108 Option Function 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. Select a certificate authority (CA) certificate that the VPN server uses Set CA to identify you.
  • Page 109: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and the timer. › Set a new alarm Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Alarm. Create alarm or press [ →...
  • Page 110: Delete An Alarm

    › Delete an alarm Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Alarm. → Delete. Press [ Select alarms to delete. Delete. Select › Create a world clock Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select World clock.
  • Page 111: Calculator

    › Use the count-down timer Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Timer. Set the length of time to count down. Start to begin the countdown. Select When the timer expires, drag in any direction until it reaches the border of the circle.
  • Page 112: Downloads

    Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Downloads. Select a download folder. To open a downloaded file, select the log. To delete a log, select the check box and then select Delete.
  • Page 113: Kies Air

    Kies air Kies air allows you to connect a PC to your device via Wi-Fi. 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 114: My Files

    › Connect a PC to your device via Wi-Fi Kies air In Idle mode, open the application list and select Start. → Enter the web address displayed by Kies air in the browser on your PC. Allow (if necessary). Select When connected, you will see your device data on the PC’s web browser.
  • Page 115: Sim Toolkit

    SIM Toolkit Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this menu may be available but labelled differently. In Idle mode, open the application list and select SIM Toolkit. Task Manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information.
  • Page 116: Thinkfree Office

    In Idle mode, open the application list and select ThinkFree Office. If you are launching this application for the first time, download the application from the Samsung Apps and install it on your device. Accept to confirm, if you are launching this Select application for the first time.
  • Page 117 › View and edit a document on your device In Idle mode, open the application list and select ThinkFree Office. My Docs → Select a document. Select a text encoding type (if necessary). View and edit the document as desired. To zoom in or out, use the two finger zoom;...
  • Page 118: Voice Search

    Voice Search Learn to use the voice command feature to dial a number, send a message, or search for locations and information by voice. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search.
  • Page 119: 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 120: Bluetooth Settings

    › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi. › Bluetooth settings Bluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ● p. 94 ► Device name : Set a Bluetooth name for your device. ●...
  • Page 121: 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 122: 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 barring : Block incoming or outgoing calls.
  • Page 123: Display

    Volume : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music ● and videos, alarm ringtones, system sound, and notification ringtones. Phone ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming ● calls. Notification ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to ●...
  • Page 124: Power Saving

    Screen timeout : Set the length of time the device waits ● before turning off the display’s backlight. Touch key light duration : Set the duration for the touch ● key backlight. Power saving Custom power saving mode : Automatically activate ●...
  • Page 125: 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 Wi-Fi network and/or ● mobile networks for finding your location. Use GPS satellites : Set to use the GPS satellite for finding ●...
  • Page 126: Applications

    Set to allow remote control of your device via the web when your device is lost or stolen. This feature will be activated automatically when you sign in to both Samsung and Google accounts. Visible passwords : Set the device to display your password ●...
  • Page 127: Accounts And Sync

    Samsung Apps : Select a network connection (WLAN 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 128: Storage

    Automatic restore : Set the device to restore applications’ ● data you backed up when they are installed in your device. Factory data reset : Reset your settings to the factory ● default values and delete all your data. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card.
  • Page 129 Personal dictionary : Set up your own dictionary. The ● words in your dictionary will appear as suggestions for your text inputs. Preferences ● Audio feedback : Set to alert you when there are no alternative words for your input if you double-tap a word. Vibrate on keypress : Set the device to vibrate when you touch a key.
  • Page 130: Samsung Keypad

    : Activate the voice input feature to enter text ● by voice on the Samsung keypad. Auto-full stop : Set the device to insert a period when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Settings...
  • Page 131: Voice Input And Output

    Voice input and output Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text-to- speech feature. › Voice recognition settings Language : Select a language for the Google voice ● recognition. SafeSearch : Set the device to filter explicit text and/or ●...
  • Page 132: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility : Activate an accessibility application you have ● downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback. Accessibility services : Select an accessibility application to ● use. The power key ends calls : Set the device to end a call ●...
  • Page 133: 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 134: 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 135: 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 136 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 137: 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 138: 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 139: 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 140 • 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 141 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 142 • 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 143 Do not store your device on slopes If your device falls, it can be damaged. Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
  • Page 144: 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. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...
  • Page 145 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 146 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 147 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 148 For more information, visit www.samsung.com/sar and search for your device with the model number. Safety precautions...
  • Page 149: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
  • Page 150 ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.
  • Page 151: Index

    Index access codes 132 rejecting 43 using headset 43 alarms using options 44 deactivating 109 viewing missed 45 stopping 108 waiting 47 AllShare 99 call waiting 47 auto rejection 45 camera battery capturing photos 57 charging 12 customising camcorder 64 installing 10 customising camera 61 Bluetooth...
  • Page 152 69 Google Maps 87 news & weather 93 Google Talk 54 PC connections mass storage 105 idle screen Samsung Kies 104 adding items 25 adding panels 27 phonebook creating contacts 76 instant messenger creating groups 78 ChatON 55...
  • Page 153 60 text input 34 capturing panoramic 61 viewing 66 text memos 81 PIN lock 33 text messages sending 48 Samsung Apps 92 viewing 49 Samsung Kies 104 ThinkFree Office 115 Search 111 time and date, set 29 settings touch screen...
  • Page 154 web browser adding bookmarks 86 browsing web pages 84 Wi-Fi activating 97 finding and connecting to networks 97 world clock 109 YouTube uploading videos 91 watching videos 91 Index...
  • Page 156 (place and date of issue) (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...

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