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- Page 1 GT-I9300I User Manual www.samsung.com...
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Page 2: About This Manual
• A pplications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • S amsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software. -
Page 3: Instructional Icons
No part of this guide 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. - Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • W i-Fi...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Google+ Basics G+ Photos ChatON Indicator icons Using the touch screen Control motions Web & network Palm motions Internet Activating Multi Window Chrome Notifications Bluetooth Home screen Samsung Link Locked screen Group Play Applications screen Using applications S Beam Help... - Page 6 YouTube Radio Flipboard Settings 106 About Settings Application & media stores 106 Connections 110 Device Play Store 118 Controls Samsung Apps 122 General Play Books 126 Google Settings Play Movies Play Music Play Games Troubleshooting Play Newsstand Utilities S Memo...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting started Device layout Notification light Proximity/Light sensor Earpiece Front camera Touch screen Power button Home button Menu button Back button Multipurpose jack Microphone Rear camera Headset jack GPS antenna Flash Speaker Volume button Back cover Main antenna... -
Page 8: Buttons
Getting started • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • D o not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • D o not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. -
Page 9: Package Contents
• A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • O ther accessories may not be compatible with your device. -
Page 10: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And
Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microSIM cards work with the device. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. -
Page 11: Battery
SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. -
Page 12: Battery
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the SIM or USIM card. -
Page 13: Charging The Battery
Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. - Page 14 • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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Page 15: Inserting A Memory Card
Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • W hen you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •... -
Page 16: Removing The Memory Card
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data. -
Page 17: Turning The Device On And Off
Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → General → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card →... -
Page 18: Holding The Device
Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. -
Page 19: Switching Between Networks
Getting started Switching between networks When you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can use two different subscriptions on the same network without the need to carry two devices at the same time. Activate two cards and switch between them when making calls or sending messages. Your device supports dual standby with two different networks. -
Page 20: Basics
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Currently accessing SIM or USIM card Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected... -
Page 21: Using The Touch Screen
Basics Icon Meaning No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. •... -
Page 22: Finger Gestures
Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. - Page 23 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
- Page 24 Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
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Page 25: Control Motions
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Motions, and then drag the Motions switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. -
Page 26: Palm Motions
Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker). Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps →... -
Page 27: Activating Multi Window
Basics Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Activating Multi Window Use this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time. • O nly applications on the Multi Window panel can run. •... - Page 28 Basics Using the Multi Window panel To show the Multi Window panel, tap and hold . The Multi Window panel appears at the left side of the screen. Select one application, and then drag another application to a new location. You can launch the same application on the two windows at the same time. To hide the Multi Window panel, tap and hold again.
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Page 29: Notifications
Basics Creating a window combination Use this feature to save the combination of the currently-running Multi Window applications. → Create, enter a title, and then tap OK. On the Multi Window panel, tap Using the same application in multiple windows After you launch an application from the Multi Window panel, appears next to the application icon if it supports this feature. -
Page 30: Home Screen
Basics • P ower saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode. • W i-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature. • S Beam: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature. • N FC: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature. •... - Page 31 Basics Rearranging items Adding an application icon On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel preview. Adding an item Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels. Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories: •...
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Page 32: Setting Wallpaper
Basics Moving a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen. -
Page 33: Locked Screen
Basics Locked screen The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also allows you to add convenient widgets. Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device →... -
Page 34: Applications Screen
Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it. -
Page 35: Using Applications
Basics Disabling applications → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to disable it. To enable the application, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Application manager, scroll to DISABLED, select the application, and then tap Enable. • D ownloaded applications and some default applications that come with the device cannot be disabled. -
Page 36: Help
To search for keywords, tap Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. -
Page 37: Copying And Pasting
Basics Entering uppercase before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice. Changing the keyboard type Tap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. On the floating keyboard, tap and hold and move the floating keyboard to another location. -
Page 38: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network
Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 106) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. •... -
Page 39: Setting Up Accounts
Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device. -
Page 40: Transferring Files
Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer. - Page 41 Basics Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device →...
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Page 42: Securing The Device
Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. -
Page 43: Upgrading The Device
Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software. -
Page 44: Communication
Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • K eypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap or . -
Page 45: Finding Contacts
Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap or . -
Page 46: Adding Contacts
Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Sending a message → Send message to send a message to the number on display. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls. -
Page 47: Receiving Calls
Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. -
Page 48: Video Calls
Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap During a video call The following actions are available: • S witch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. •... - Page 49 Communication Tap and hold your image to access the following options: • S witch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. • O utgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.
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Page 50: Contacts
Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. -
Page 51: Searching For Contacts
→ Merge accounts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung → Merge accounts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. -
Page 52: Importing And Exporting Contacts
Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favourites. -
Page 53: Contact Groups
Communication Contact groups Tap Groups. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: • C reate: Make a new group. •... -
Page 54: Messages
Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:... -
Page 55: Email
Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. -
Page 56: Reading Messages
Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap Tap a message to read. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Open attachments. Forward the message. -
Page 57: Google Mail
Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Gmail on the Applications screen. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • T his application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. - Page 58 Communication Reading messages Keep the message for long-term Delete the message. storage. Mark the message as unread. Add this email address to the Reply to all recipients or forward contacts list. the message to others. Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to the message.
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Page 59: Hangouts
Communication Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting. -
Page 60: Chaton
Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or → Contact sync to by selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap manually sync contacts from the device. -
Page 61: Web & Network
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address. -
Page 62: Saved Pages
Web & network Bookmarks → Add bookmark → Save. To bookmark the current webpage, tap To open a bookmarked webpage, tap , and then select one. History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the →... -
Page 63: Chrome
Web & network Chrome Use this application to search for information and browse webpages. Tap Chrome on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a new page →... -
Page 64: Bluetooth
• D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections →... -
Page 65: Samsung Link
Internet. You can play and send multimedia files on your device to another device or web storage service. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. -
Page 66: Group Play
Web & network Managing contents on a web storage service Select a web storage service, and then view and manage your files. To transfer files between your device and a web storage service, tap , select files, and then To register web storage services to the device, tap → Add storage, and then tap Sign in next to a web storage service. - Page 67 Web & network Creating a group for Group Play When you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content. When you use a password for a Group Play session, other devices must enter the password to join the session.
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Page 68: Nfc
Web & network Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna. -
Page 69: Beam
• T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • D o not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data. -
Page 70: Music
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. -
Page 71: Setting A Song As Ringtone
Media → Settings → To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap Adapt Sound → On. When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher, the adapt sound option is not applied to music playback. If you turn the volume down to level 13 or lower, the option is reapplied. -
Page 72: Camera
Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 77) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •... -
Page 73: Shooting Mode
Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • A uto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. -
Page 74: Applying Filter Effects
Media Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Tap MODE → Panorama. and move the camera in one direction. When two panorama guide frames are aligned, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, tap If the viewfinder is out of the direction, the device stops shooting. -
Page 75: Recording Mode
Media Recording mode → to change the recording mode. • N ormal: Use this mode for normal quality. • L imit for MMS: Use this mode to lower the recording quality for sending via messaging. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: •... - Page 76 Media Configuring settings for Camera → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. • P hoto size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.
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Page 77: Gallery
Media • W hite balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. •... -
Page 78: Viewing Images
Media Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. -
Page 79: Modifying Images
Media • P hoto note: Use this to write a note on the back of the image. Tap to edit the note. • C opy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • P rint: Print the image by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. -
Page 80: Setting As Wallpaper
Media Sharing images Use one of the following methods: → Select item, select images, and then tap • I n a folder, tap to send them to others or share them via social network services. • W hen viewing an image, tap to send it to others or share it via social network services. -
Page 81: Story Album
Media Story Album Use this application to create your own digital album to keep your stories by organising the images neatly and automatically. Tap Story Album on the Applications screen. To start Story Album, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install, and then follow the on-screen instructions. -
Page 82: Youtube
Media Deleting videos → Delete, select videos, and then tap Delete. Sharing videos → Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. -
Page 83: Radio
Media Radio Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. Tap Radio on the Applications screen. Listening to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. -
Page 84: Flipboard
Media Scanning radio stations → Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen. Adding stations to the favourites list Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list. -
Page 85: Application & Media Stores
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword. -
Page 86: Samsung Apps
Application & media stores Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com . Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 87: Play Movies
Application & media stores Play Movies Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. -
Page 88: Utilities
Utilities S Memo Use this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings. Tap S Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Create memos with enriched content by drawing sketches with your finger or adding images or voice memos. to write or draw on the screen, or tap to enter text with the keyboard. - Page 89 Utilities When jotting down a memo, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour. When erasing the handwritten memo, tap , and then tap to change the eraser size or tap Clear all to clear the memo. Save the current setting as a pen Change the pen type.
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Page 90: Viewing A Memo
Utilities → List view. To change the view mode, tap → Import. To create a memo by importing a file, tap → Export. To export memos as another file format, tap → Create folder. To create a folder, tap → Change order. To change the order of memos, tap →... -
Page 91: S Planner
Utilities S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Creating events or tasks , and then use one of the following methods: • A dd event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. •... - Page 92 Utilities Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place. Attach a map showing the location of the event.
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Page 93: Dropbox
To open files in the favourites list, tap Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Cloud. -
Page 94: Drive
Utilities Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account. Syncing with Dropbox Tap Link Dropbox account, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. -
Page 95: Clock
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and... -
Page 96: World Clock
Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. -
Page 97: Calculator
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen → Scientific calculator. rotation is disabled, tap To see the calculation history, tap to hide the keypad. -
Page 98: Voice Recorder
Utilities Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos. Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Recording voice memos to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the bottom of the device. Tap pause recording. Tap to finish recording. Change the recording quality. -
Page 99: Playing Voice Memos
Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Pause playback. • : Skip to the previous or next voice memo. • / : Skip 60 seconds backwards or forwards. -
Page 100: Voice
Utilities S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •... -
Page 101: Google
Utilities Using wake-up commands on the locked screen On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands. To activate this feature, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen, and then drag the Wake up in lock screen switch to the right. Tap Wake up in lock screen, and then set functions and voice commands. -
Page 102: Voice Search
Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. -
Page 103: Downloads
Utilities Select a file or folder by ticking, and then use one of the following functions: • : Delete files or folders. • : Send files to others or share them. • → Move: Move files or folders to another folder. •... -
Page 104: Tripadvisor
Utilities TripAdvisor Use this application to get travel information such as destination or hotel. You can also book for a room and share your reviews with others. Tap TripAdvisor on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 105: Travel & Local
Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. -
Page 106: Settings
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. -
Page 107: Tethering And Portable Hotspot
Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. -
Page 108: Flight Mode
Settings Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. • M obile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. •... -
Page 109: More Networks
Settings More networks Customise settings to control networks. Mobile networks • M obile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. •... -
Page 110: Device
Settings • N ot-allowed devices list: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device. • D ownload to: Select a memory location for saving media files. • U pload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices. Device Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. -
Page 111: Multi Window
Settings • T ouch key light duration: Set the duration for the touch button backlight. • A uto adjust screen tone: Set the device to save power by adjusting the brightness of the display. • D aydream: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is connected to a desktop dock or charging. - Page 112 Settings • M ultiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen. – Favourite apps or Camera: Set the device to show shortcuts for each application or launch the camera application automatically when you swipe panels to the left on the locked screen.
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Page 113: Notification Panel
Settings Notification panel Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel. • B rightness adjustment: Set the device to display the brightness adjustment bar on the notifications panel. • S et the quick setting buttons: Rearrange the quick setting buttons displayed on the notifications panel. - Page 114 Settings • M anage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with other devices. – Export: Export the current accessibility settings as a file. – Update: Import the current accessibility settings as a file. – Share via: Send the accessibility settings file to others. –...
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Page 115: Sim Card Manager
Settings • T ap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. • I nteraction control: Activate interaction control mode to restrict the reaction of the device for inputs in an application. SIM card manager Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. - Page 116 Settings • T urn off screen during calls: Set the device to turn on the proximity sensor during a call. • C all alerts: – Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call. –...
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Page 117: Blocking Mode
Settings • R ingtones and keypad tones: – Ringtones: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. – Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern. – Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. –... -
Page 118: Controls
Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • S elect input languages: Select languages for text input. -
Page 119: Google Voice Typing
• V ibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. • C haracter preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • H elp: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. -
Page 120: Pointer Speed
Settings • A uto-start speaker: Set the device to automatically turn on the speakerphone when making a call with S Voice. • S how body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message received while in hands-free mode. -
Page 121: Voice Control
Settings Voice control Set the device to recognise voice commands for controlling your device. You can select the features to control with voice commands. If Vibrate when ringing is activated, the device will not be able to recognise voice commands when a call comes in. Hands-free mode Set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in hands-free mode. -
Page 122: General
General Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. -
Page 123: Safety Assistance
Settings • S elect time zone: Set the home time zone. • U se 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. • S elect date format: Select a date format. Safety assistance Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the both sides of the Volume button for 3 seconds to send the message. -
Page 124: Application Manager
Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • C PU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. •... - Page 125 • R emote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account.
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Page 126: Google Settings
Settings • U nknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store. • V erify apps: Set the device to allow Google to check applications for harmful behaviour before installing them. •... -
Page 127: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •... - Page 128 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
- Page 129 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • I f the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
- Page 130 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
- Page 131 • I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
- Page 132 Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device.
- Page 133 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (SWA). 02/2014. Rev.1.1...