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  • Page 1: User Manual

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  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    ● from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to www. samsung.com for the latest version of the user manual. Available features and additional services may vary by ● device, software, or service provider.

  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

    Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 4 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ●...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ..............9 Unpack ..................9 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ......9 Charge the battery ............... 11 Insert a memory card (optional) ........14 Attach a hand strap (optional) .......... 16 Getting started ............17 Turn your device on and off ..........
  • Page 6 Web ................87 Internet ................... 87 Maps ..................91 Latitude ................... 92 Places ..................93 Navigation ................93 YouTube .................. 94 Samsung Apps ..............95 Play Shop ................96 News & Weather ..............96 Contents Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
  • Page 7 Connectivity ............98 Bluetooth ................98 Wi-Fi ..................100 Wi-Fi Direct ................102 AllShare ................. 103 Mobile network sharing ........... 106 GPS ..................107 PC connections ..............108 VPN connections ..............110 Tools ............... 113 Clock ..................113 Calculator ................116 Downloads ................
  • Page 8 Power saving ............... 129 Location and security ............129 Applications ................. 131 Accounts and sync .............. 132 Motion ................... 132 Privacy ................... 132 Storage .................. 133 Language and keyboard ..........133 Voice input and output ............. 135 Accessibility ................. 137 Date and time ..............

  • Page 9: 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 10 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 11: 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 12: 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 13 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 14: 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 15: 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 upwards. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Close the cover of the memory card slot. ›...

  • Page 16: 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. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card → →...

  • Page 17: 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 18: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Front camera lens Earpiece Proximity sensor Volume key Touch screen Home key Memory card slot Back key Menu key Mouthpiece Headset jack GPS antenna Speaker Power/Reset/ Lock key Rear camera lens Flashbulb Back cover Main antenna Multifunction jack...
  • Page 19 › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the quick menus (press and hold); Reset Reset the device (press and hold for Lock more than 10 seconds); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the current screen;...

  • Page 20: 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 Wi-Fi Direct connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated...
  • Page 21 Icon Definition Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated Wi-Fi tethering activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated...

  • Page 22: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use ● sharp tools. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact ●...
  • Page 23 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 24: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations. To lock, press the Power key. To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing the Power key or the Home key, and then flick the window with your finger.

  • Page 25: Move Items On The Idle Screen

    › Move items on the idle screen Tap and hold an item to move. Drag the item to the location you want. › 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.

  • Page 26: 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 27 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 28: Access Recent Applications

    To add a folder or panel to the menu screen, → Edit. In the application list, press [ Tap and hold an application. Add Folder or Add Page at Drag the application icon to the bottom of the screen. Repeat steps 2-3 to add more applications. Add Folder or Add Page to the menu screen.

  • Page 29: Customise Your Device

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

  • Page 30: Change Your Ringtone

    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. Getting started Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...

  • Page 31: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

    If you forget your unlock code, bring your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security ● codes or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 32 Set an unlock PIN code Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Location and security → Set up screen lock → PIN. Continue. Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Enter the PIN again and select Set an unlock password Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select...

  • Page 33: Enter Text

    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 34: Change The Keyboard Type

    You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text input field and select Input method → a keyboard type (Samsung keypad or Swype). › Enter text using the Swype keyboard Select the first character of a word and drag your finger to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen.
  • Page 35 You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Access the keypad settings (tap and hold). Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC mode. Change the input language. Clear your input. Start a new line. Enter text by voice. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language.

  • Page 36: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad

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

  • Page 37: 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 to select the text you Select want.

  • Page 38: Download Applications From Play Shop

    Download applications from Play Shop Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Play Shop provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ●...

  • Page 39: Download Files From The Web

    Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device saves them in a memory card. Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device. To lessen your risk, only download files from sources you trust.

  • Page 40: 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 →...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, drag outside of the large 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 outside of the large circle.

  • Page 43: Use Options During A Voice Call

    › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options while a voice call is in progress: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select .

  • Page 44: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: To switch between the front and rear camera lens, select ● Switch camera. To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot ●...
  • Page 45 › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and create auto reject lists, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
  • Page 46 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, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Call →...

  • Page 47: View Call Logs

    Select a call barring option. Enter a call barring password and select Your setting will be sent to the network. Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature is available only for voice calls.

  • Page 48: 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 49: 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 50: Google Mail

    › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to voice mail messages, Phone In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...

  • Page 51: View Email Messages

    → Compose. Press [ Enter a name or address in the recipient field. → Add Cc/Bcc. To add more recipients, press [ Enter a subject and message. → Attach → To attach an image file, press [ a file. Select to send the message.

  • Page 52: Email

    › Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages. You can sort messages by label filter. 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 →...

  • Page 53: Send An Email Message

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

  • Page 54: Talk

    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 55: Social Hub

    › Start a chat Talk. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen opens. Send. Enter your message and select → More → Insert smiley. To insert emoticons, press [ →...

  • Page 56: Google

    Google+ Learn to access the Google’s social network service. You can create groups to share interests and thoughts or send and receive instant messages, and upload your photos. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Google+. If you are launching this application for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 57: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2560 x 1920 pixels (5 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1280 x 720 pixels. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ●...
  • Page 58 Number Function Use camera shortcuts. : Switch between the front and rear ● camera lenses. : Change the flash setting. ● You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. p. 66 ► Change the camera settings. Check the camera status. : Default storage location ●...

  • Page 59: Capture A Photo In Self Shot Mode

    More and To use additional features with a photo, select ● use the following options: Set as : Set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact. Rename : Rename a photo file. › Capture a photo by using preset options for various scenes Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes.

  • Page 60: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    › Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of their smiling faces. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Shooting mode →...

  • Page 61: Capture A Photo Of Action

    › Capture a photo of action You can capture shots of a moving subject and then combine them into a single photo that shows the action. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. →...

  • Page 62: Customise Camera Settings

    › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select to access the following options: Option Function Add or remove shortcuts to frequently Edit shortcuts used options. Switch between the front and rear camera Self portrait lenses. Change the flash setting; You can manually turn the flash on or off, or set Flash the camera to automatically use the flash...
  • Page 63 Option Function Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Automatically adjust contrast between Auto contrast your subject and background. Set the camera to alert you when people Blink detection close their eyes. Display the guidelines on the preview Guidelines screen. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos.

  • Page 64: Record A Video

    › Record a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to the camcorder to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments.

  • Page 65: Customise Camcorder Settings

    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. After recording videos, select the image viewer icon to view the recorded videos.

  • Page 66: Edit The Shortcut Icons

    Option Function Apply a special effect, such as sepia or Effects black and white tones. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to White balance lighting conditions. Video quality Set the quality level for your videos. Display the guidelines on the preview Guidelines screen.

  • Page 67: Video Player

    Video player Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos. The video player supports the following file formats: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, mkv. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error ●...

  • Page 68: Gallery

    Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device’s memory and memory card. › Supported file formats Type Format Image bmp, gif, jpg, png Video 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, mkv Some file formats are not supported depending on ●...

  • Page 69: Play A Video

    Copy : Copy a photo file. Print : Print a photo using Wi-Fi or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Edit : Edit a photo. Crop : Crop an image from a photo.

  • Page 70: Photo Editor

    Photo editor You can edit photos and apply various effects. Photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select editor. Select picture → → Select a folder an image. To take a new photo, select Capture picture. → New selection →...

  • Page 71: Music Player

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 87 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 108 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 100 ►...

  • Page 72: Create A Playlist

    Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Adjust the volume. Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Activate Shuffle mode. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). Restart playback; Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold).

  • Page 73: Add Songs To The Quick List

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

  • Page 74: Music Hub

    Music Hub You can access the online music store, and search for and buy your favourite songs. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Music In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the check box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm.

  • Page 75: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Turn off or on the FM radio. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. Fine-tune the frequency. › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.

  • Page 76: Add A Radio Station To The Favourites List

    › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list.

  • Page 77: Game Hub

    Option Function Set the FM radio to automatically turn FM auto off off after a specified length of time. Game Hub Learn to download social and premium games. Game Hub. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, select the check box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm.

  • Page 78: Personal Information

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

  • Page 79: Find A Contact

    › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Scroll up or down on the contact list. You can also drag your finger along the index on the right side to quickly scroll through the list. Select a contact’s name.

  • Page 80: Create A Group Of Contacts

    Enter your own personal details. Save. Select You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature. › Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts.

  • Page 81: Copy Contacts

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

  • Page 82: Calendar

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

  • Page 83: View Events

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

  • Page 84: Task

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

  • Page 85: Voice Recorder

    Delete the memo. Change the colour of the memo. Lock the memo. Print the memo using Wi-Fi or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → You can send the memo to others by pressing [ Send →...

  • Page 86: 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 87: 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 88 Number Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: To zoom in or out, tap the screen with two fingers and ●...

  • Page 89: Search For Information By Voice

    ● → More → Print. Your device is printer, press [ compatible only with Samsung printers. › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Internet. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select the URL input field.

  • Page 90: Recent History

    From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use the following options: Open. To open the web page in the current window, select ● Open in To open the web page in a new window, select ● new window. Edit bookmark.

  • Page 91: Maps

    Maps ™ Learn to use Google Maps to find your location, search the online map for streets, cities, or countries, and get directions. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. › Search for a specific location Maps.

  • Page 92: Latitude

    Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or point the → Contacts, Point on map location on the map, select or My Places. Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select directions.

  • Page 93: Places

    Places Learn to search for a place around you. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Places. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category.

  • Page 94: Youtube

    Enter your destination by using one of the following methods: Speak Destination : Speak your destination such as ● “Navigate to destination. ” Type Destination : Enter your destination with the ● virtual keypad. Contacts : Select your destination from addresses of ●...

  • Page 95: 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 96: Play Shop

    In Idle mode, open the application list and select Samsung Apps. If you are launching this application for the first time, read the terms and conditions and select Accept. Search for and download applications as desired. Play Shop You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from Play Shop.

  • Page 97: Read News Articles

    › Read news articles News & In Idle mode, open the application list and select Weather. Scroll left to a news topic at the top of the screen. Select an article to open it. → Settings → News To add news topics, press [ settings →...

  • Page 98: 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 99: 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 → → → for devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK.

  • Page 100: 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 101 › 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 102: 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 103: Allshare

    → Scan. Press [ Connect. Select a device and then select When the owner of the other device accepts the connection, the devices are connected. › 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.
  • Page 104 › Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device, you must activate media sharing. Some files may not play on the DLNA-enabled devices depending on the devices. AllShare. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings.
  • Page 105 › Play your files on another DLNA-enabled device AllShare. In Idle mode, open the application list and select My device. Select Select a media category and a file. Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device.

  • Page 106: Mobile Network Sharing

    Mobile network sharing Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless access point for PCs or other devices, and share your device’s mobile network connection. › Share your device’s mobile network via Wi-Fi Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network Tethering and portable →...

  • Page 107: Gps

    › Share your device’s mobile network via USB Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Wireless and network → Tethering and portable hotspot.

  • Page 108: Pc Connections

    Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a PC, you can synchronise files with Windows Media Player, transfer data to and from your device directly, and use the Samsung Kies program. ›...

  • Page 109: Synchronise With Windows Media Player

    Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC to launch Samsung Kies. Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.

  • Page 110: Vpn Connections

    OK to confirm (if necessary). Select Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Connect USB storage. When connected, select OK to confirm (if necessary). Select Open the folder to view files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Disconnect storage from When you are finished, select To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB...
  • Page 111 › Set up VPN connections Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network VPN settings Add VPN. → → → Select a VPN type. Customise the connection information. Available options may vary depending on the VPN type. Option Function VPN name...
  • Page 112 › Connect to a private network Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network VPN settings. → → Select a private network to connect. Connect. Enter the user name and password and select Connectivity Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...

  • Page 113: Tools

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

  • Page 114: Create A World Clock

    › Create a world clock Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select World clock. Add city or press [ → Add. Select Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To select a city in the world map view, select To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3.
  • Page 115 › Use the desk clock The desk clock displays the current time and date, and weather. Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Desk clock. Select to set an idle clock. → Settings. Press [ Change the following options: Option Function Set whether to show the status bar at...

  • Page 116: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. › Perform the calculation In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations.

  • Page 117: Search

    Search You can search for applications and data saved in your device and specific data on the web. Search. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, set whether or not to view the search history of your Google account.

  • Page 118: My Files

    Tap to add photo and add an image or capture a Select photo. To add a short description of the attached photo, select Add location. Tap to add text, and enter text and select Done. Select Save. Select › View a Mini diary Mini In Idle mode, open the application list and select diary.

  • Page 119: Polaris Office

    Delete. To delete files or folders, select ● View by. To change the view mode, select ● List by. To sort files or folders, select ● To use additional features using a file, such as moving, ● copying or renaming option, select More. Polaris Office Learn to create and view Polaris Office documents on your device and memory card.
  • Page 120 To send a file to others, press [ ● → More → Print. Your device To print the file, press [ ● is compatible only with some Samsung printers. To read the document via the text-to-speech feature, ● → More → Text to speech. press [ To customise the settings for displaying or managing ●...

  • Page 121: 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 122: Voice Command

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

  • Page 123: Voice Talk

    Voice talk Learn to use the voice command feature provided by Voice talk. You can dial a number, send a message, write a memo, or complete other tasks simply by speaking to your device while on the go. Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select talk.

  • Page 124: 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 125: 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. 98 ► Device name : Set a Bluetooth name for your device. ●...

  • Page 126: Call

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

  • Page 127: 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 128: Display

    Vibration : Set when the device will vibrate for various ● events. Volume : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, ● music and videos, device system sound, and notification ringtones. Phone ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming ●...

  • Page 129: Power Saving

    Animation : Set the device to display animation when you ● switch between windows. 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 ●...
  • Page 130 Remote controls : Set to control a lost device remotely via ● the web. This feature will be activated automatically when you sign in to both Samsung and Google accounts. Visible passwords : By default, the device displays your ●...

  • Page 131: Applications

    Select device administrators : View device administrators ● installed on your device. You can activate device administrators to apply new policies to your device. Use secure credentials : Use certificates and credentials to ● ensure secure use of various applications. Install from USB storage : Install encrypted certificates that ●...

  • Page 132: Accounts And Sync

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

  • Page 133: Storage

    Storage View memory information for your device and memory card. You can also format the USB storage and a memory card. Formatting a memory card will permanently delete all data from the memory card. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.

  • Page 134: Samsung Keypad

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

  • Page 135: Voice Input And Output

    : Set the device to insert a full stop when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Voice input and output Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text-to- speech feature.
  • Page 136 Hide offensive words : Hide offensive words your device ● recognised from voice search results. Auto-punctuation : Set to automatically insert punctuation ● marks when needed. Listen over Bluetooth : Set to recognise your voice ● commands when using a connected Bluetooth headset. Voice talk unique ID : View your device’s unique ID for ●...

  • Page 137: Accessibility

    Speech rate : Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. ● Language : Select a language for the text-to-speech feature. ● Engines : View the text-to-speech engines in your device. ● Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities.

  • Page 138: About Phone

    Automatic : Automatically update the time when you move ● across time zones. Set date : Set the current date manually. ● Select time zone : Set your home time zone. ● Set time : Set the current time manually. ●...

  • Page 139: 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 140: 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 more than 10 seconds .

  • Page 141: 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 142 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 143 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 144 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 145: 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 146 • 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 147 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 148 • 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 149 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 150 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 151 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 152 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 153 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 154: 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 155 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 156: Index

    Index access codes 139 using headset 42 using options during alarms voice 43 creating 113 viewing missed 44 deactivating 113 waiting 47 stopping 113 call waiting 47 AllShare 104 camera auto rejection 45 capturing photos 57 battery customising camcorder 65 charging 11 customising camera 62 installing 9...
  • Page 157 DLNA see AllShare getting directions 91 searching for locations 91 downloads searching for nearby applications 38 places 93 files 39 sharing locations with managing 116 friends 92 email using navigation 93 sending 53 memory card setting accounts 52 formatting 16 viewing 53 inserting 14 file manager 118...
  • Page 158 137 display 128 news & weather 96 language and PC connections keyboard 133 mass storage 109 location and security 129 Samsung Kies 108 motion 132 Windows Media Player 109 power saving 129 phonebook privacy 132 creating contacts 78 sound 127...
  • Page 159 touch screen Wi-Fi locking 24 activating 101 using 22 finding and connecting to networks 101 unpack 9 using WPS 102 USIM card Windows Media Player 109 installing 9 world clock 114 locking 32 YouTube video calls uploading videos 95 answering 42 watching videos 94 making 41 using options 44...
  • Page 160 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 English (EU).

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