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  • Page 1 EK-GC100 User Manual www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    • Applications 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. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ ™...
  • Page 4 About this manual IC notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting started Applications screen Entering text Device layout Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Buttons Setting up accounts Package contents Transferring files Installing the SIM or USIM card and Securing the device battery Upgrading the device Charging the battery Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Media...
  • Page 6 112 More settings 114 Blocking mode 114 Sound Application & media stores 114 Display 115 Storage Play Store 115 Power Samsung Apps 116 Battery S Suggest 116 Application manager Game Hub 116 Location services 116 Lock screen Utilities 117 Security...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Power button Shutter button AF-assist light Zoom button Flash GPS antenna Flash release Lens Main antenna Speaker HDMI port Tripod mount Flap Microphone Headset jack Multipurpose jack Touch screen...

  • Page 8: Buttons

    Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the voice search or take videos. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do 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

    • Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
  • Page 10 SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
  • Page 11 Getting started Push the SIM card into the slot until it locks in place. Insert the battery. Replace the cover and slide the latch.
  • Page 12 Getting started Removing the SIM card and battery Slide the latch and open the cover. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them using 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: Checking The Battery Charge Status

    Getting started After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use.

  • Page 15: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacity of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

  • 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 Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. •...

  • Page 18: Locking And Unlocking The Device

    Getting started 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. The device locks automatically if it is not used for a specified period.

  • Page 19: Camera

    Camera Basic functions Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 68) Tap Camera on the Applications screen or press and hold the shutter button. The device automatically shuts off when unused. Camera etiquette •...

  • Page 20: Taking Videos

    Camera Taking videos to take a video. To stop recording, tap • Touch focus is not available in video mode. • The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution. • When using a memory card with a slow writing speed, the device may not be able to save the video properly.

  • Page 21: Zooming In And Out

    Camera Zooming in and out Turn the Zoom button left or right to zoom in or out. Zoom out Zoom in • The zoom function may not be available when shooting at the highest resolution. • The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting a video.
  • Page 22 Camera Reducing device shake Use the Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) option to reduce or eliminate blurriness from device shake. Tap → Expert → A / S / M / P, and then from the preview screen, tap → Camera → OIS (anti-shake) to help focus when the device is moving.

  • Page 23: Learning Icons

    Camera Learning icons The icons displayed on the shooting screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are the most common. Icon Meaning ISO sensitivity Exposure compensation value Aperture Shutter speed Timer Flash Macro Metering...

  • Page 24: Tips For Taking Clearer Photos

    Camera Tips for taking clearer photos Holding the device correctly Make sure not to block the screen, lens, flash, or microphone. Make sure not to expose the lens to direct sunlight. This may discolour the image sensor, or cause it to malfunction.
  • Page 25 Camera Half-pressing the Shutter button Press the Shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. The device adjusts the focus automatically, and the focus frame turns green. The focus frame turns red if not focused. Reducing device shake Set the Optical Image Stabilizer to reduce device shake optically. (p. 22)
  • Page 26 Camera Keeping the subject in focus Focusing on the subject may be difficult in the following conditions: • When the contrast between the subject and background is low. For example, the subject is wearing clothing that is similar in colour to the background. •...
  • Page 27 Camera When taking photos in low-light conditions • Turn the flash on to take photos in low-light conditions. (p. 39) • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 40) When subjects are moving rapidly Use the high-speed burst to take photos of moving subjects. (p. 44) To take several photos continuously, use memory cards with faster write speeds (micro SDHC Class10 or higher).

  • Page 28: Advanced Functions

    Camera Advanced functions Changing Camera settings Tap to quickly change Camera settings. The available options vary by mode. • : Configure Camera settings. • : Activate or deactivate the voice control to take photos. • : Activate or deactivate the flash. •...

  • Page 29: Continuous Shot

    Camera Smart Use this to take photos with predefined settings for various scenes. Beauty face Use this to take photos with smooth skin tones. Tap → Smart → Beauty face. Press the Shutter button to take a photo. The device automatically adjusts the photo, and then saves it.
  • Page 30 Camera Best face Use this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image. Tap → Smart → Best face. Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. To get the best shot, hold the device steady and remain still while taking photos.
  • Page 31 Camera Macro Use this to take photos of very close subjects. Tap → Smart → Macro. Press the Shutter button to take a close-up photo. • Hold the device steadily to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the subject is very close to the lens. Action freeze Use this to take photos of subject moving at high speed.
  • Page 32 Camera Rich tone Use this to take photos with enhanced dynamic range, which helps maintain details in bright and dark areas. The device automatically takes several photos with various exposure values, and then merges them into one photo. Tap → Smart → Rich tone. While holding the device steadily, press the Shutter button to take multiple photos.
  • Page 33 Camera Panorama Use this to take wide panoramic photos. Tap → Smart → Panorama. Press the Shutter button to take a photo, and then move the device in any direction. When the blue frame aligns with the preview screen, the device automatically takes another shot in the panoramic sequence.
  • Page 34 Camera • In Panorama mode, the zoom function is disabled. If the lens is zoomed in when selecting this mode, the device automatically zooms out to default position. • In Panorama mode, some device options are not available. • The device may stop taking photos due to composition or movement within the scene.
  • Page 35 Camera Night Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash. Tap → Smart → Night. While holding the device steadily, press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. Photos are automatically merged into a single photo. The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes photos.

  • Page 36: Using The Manual Mode

    Camera Expert Use this to take photos and videos with manual adjustment of ISO sensitivity, exposure value, aperture, and the shutter speed. Change the aperture. Change the shutter speed. Return to the Use manual camcorder previous screen. mode. Use manual mode. Change the ISO sensitivity.

  • Page 37: Using The Aperture Priority Mode

    Camera Using the aperture priority mode Use this to manually set the aperture value to take photos. Shutter speed is set automatically. Tap → Expert → A, and set aperture, ISO sensitivity, and exposure value. Using the shutter speed priority mode Use this to manually set the shutter speed to take photos.

  • Page 38: Shooting Options

    Camera Shooting options Customize the device to take unique photos or videos. The available options vary by mode. Selecting resolution Select a higher resolution to increase the number of pixels the photo or video includes. Selecting a higher resolution also increases the file size. Setting the photo resolution →...

  • Page 39: Using The Flash

    Camera Taking photos in low-light conditions Preventing red-eye in portrait photos When using the flash when taking a portrait photo in low-light conditions, a red-glow may appear in the subject’s eyes. → Camera → Flash, and select Red-eye or Red-eye fix to prevent or In Camera mode, tap automatically correct red-eye.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Iso Sensitivity

    Camera Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of the camera sensor’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). A higher sensitivity lets you take photos in low-light conditions without using the flash but increases image noise. Tap →...

  • Page 41: Detecting Faces

    Camera Detecting faces The device automatically detects one or more human faces and focuses the lens on the faces. Tap → Expert → A / S / M / P, tap → Camera → Face detection → Normal. Aim the device at a human subject. When the device detects a human face, a white frame appears around the face.

  • Page 42: Detecting Eye Blinking

    Camera Detecting eye blinking If the device detects closed eyes, it automatically takes more photos in succession. Tap → Expert → A / S / P / M, tap → Camera → Face detection → Blink detection. Aim the device at a human subject. When the device detects a human face, a white frame appears around the face.

  • Page 43: Selecting White Balance Settings

    Camera Changing metering methods The metering mode refers to the method the device uses to measure the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of the photos may vary depending on the selected metering method. Metering mode can only be changed when operating in Expert mode. •...

  • Page 44: Taking Bracketed Photos

    Camera Set camera white balance Tap → Expert → A / S / P /M, tap → Camera → WB (Light Source) and select a white balance setting. Set camcorder white balance Tap → Expert → → Camcorder → WB (Light Source) and select a white balance , tap setting.
  • Page 45 Camera Tap → Expert → A / S / P /M, tap → Camera → Drive → AE BKT. • When taking bracketed photos, the flash, filter effects, and face detection options are disabled. • Saving photos may take longer depending on memory card capacity and performance.

  • Page 46: Configuring Settings For Camera

    Camera Configuring Camera settings to configure Camera settings. The available options vary by mode. • Photo size: Select a resolution for photos. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution photos take up more memory. • Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. •...
  • Page 47 Camera • Voice control: Activate or deactivate the use of voice control to take photos. • AF lamp: Use this to activate the AF-assist light in low-light conditions. • Power-on mode: Select the default camera mode that launches when the device is turned on.

  • Page 48: Cleaning The Device

    Camera Cleaning the device Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a lens cleaning paper, and wipe gently. Do not press on the lens cover, or use a blower brush on the lens cover.

  • Page 49: 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 Roaming (outside of normal service area) UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Wi-Fi connected...

  • Page 50: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
  • Page 51 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, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 52 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 on a part. Pinch to zoom out.

  • Page 53: 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 → Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
  • Page 54 Basics Sweeping Sweep a palm across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Move it away from the screen to resume.
  • Page 55 Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.

  • Page 56: Notifications

    Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 57: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and more. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. 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...

  • Page 58: Setting Wallpaper

    Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the garbage can that appears at the bottom of the Home screen.

  • Page 59: Using Applications

    Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Opening from recently-used applications Tap and hold the Home key to open the list of recently-used applications.

  • Page 60: Uninstalling Applications

    Rearranging panels 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 Play Store or Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications → Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it.

  • Page 61: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the Google voice input 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. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.

  • Page 62: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Entering text by voice When Google voice typing is activated, the voice recognition screen appears. Speak a text into the microphone. When you are done, tap to return to the text. To change the text, tap the underlined and select a word or phrase from the dropdown list. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy or Cut.

  • Page 63: 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 64: Transferring Files

    Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
  • Page 65 Basics Connect as a media device Connect the device to a computer and access media files stored on your device. Connect the device to a computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP).

  • Page 66: 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 a preset pattern, PIN, or password whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.

  • Page 67: Upgrading The Device

    Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button, and enter the pattern, PIN, or password. 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 68: Media

    Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.

  • Page 69: Editing Images

    • Print: Print via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • Show on map: View the shooting location on the map. When taking a photo or video, enable geotagging to attach GPS location tag with the photo or video.

  • Page 70: Deleting Images

    Media Deleting images Use one of the following methods: → Select item, select images by tapping, and then tap • In a folder, tap • When viewing an image, tap Sharing images Use one of the following methods: → Select item, select images by tapping, and then tap •...

  • Page 71: Paper Artist

    Media Paper Artist Use this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames. Tap Paper Artist on the Applications screen. Use artistic tools to edit an image. The edited image is saved in Gallery → Paper Pictures folder.

  • Page 72: Photo Wizard

    Media Photo Wizard Use this application to correct images and apply various effects and embellishments. Tap Photo Wizard on the Applications screen. Undo and redo the last action. Save changes. Resize, rotate, or Make multi-grid image. crop the image. Frame, attach stickers, or draw on the image.

  • Page 73: Applying Filter Effects

    Media Changing colours Tap Colour, select one of the colour effects that appear at the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done. Adjusting a portrait photo Tap Portrait, select one of the portrait effects that appear at the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done.

  • Page 74: Video Player

    Media Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device's software. • Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Playing videos Select a video to play.

  • Page 75: Video Editor

    Media Video Editor Use this application to edit videos and apply various effects. Tap Video Editor on the Applications screen. • Some video files in Gallery may not be viewable depending on video resolution and codec. • Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Creating videos Select a frame theme.
  • Page 76 Media Trimming segments of a video Select a frame, move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save. Splitting videos , and tap Done. Select and drag the frame to the orange line, tap Applying effects to a video Select a frame, tap Effects, select an effect option, and then save the video.

  • Page 77: Music Player

    Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.

  • Page 78: Youtube

    Media YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Watching videos , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Add the video to the playlist.

  • Page 79: Instagram

    Media Instagram Use this application to view and share photos. You can also apply filters to change the look of the photo. Tap Instagram on the Application screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap Register to sign up, or tap Sign in, and then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 80: Communication

    Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Deleting a contact →...
  • Page 81 Syncing with Samsung account → Merge with Samsung. If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from your Samsung account, and vice versa. Syncing with Google Contacts → Merge with Google.
  • Page 82 Communication Favourite contacts , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search a contact. • Add to favourites: Add contacts to favourites. • Remove from favourites: Remove contacts from favourites. • Grid view / List view: View contacts in grid or list form. Contact groups Adding contacts to a group .

  • Page 83: 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 84 Communication Sending scheduled messages → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.
  • Page 85 Communication Gmail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Gmail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labeled differently depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 86: Talk

    Communication Labels Gmail uses labels rather than folders. When Gmail is launched, it displays messages labeled Inbox. to manually retrieve new messages. to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap , and then select the label to assign. Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk.

  • Page 87: Chaton

    Tap ChatON on the Applications list. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts, or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.

  • Page 88: Google

    Communication Google+ Use this application to create groups to send and receive instant messages and upload your photos. Tap Google+ on the Applications list. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap All circles to change the category, and then scroll right or left to view posts from your circles.

  • Page 89: 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. Opening a new page →...

  • Page 90: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages →...
  • Page 91 Web & network Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. Bookmarks → To bookmark the current webpage, tap , enter details, such as name and web address, and then tap Save.

  • Page 92: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.

  • Page 93: Allshare Play

    To use this application, you must sign in to your Google and Samsung accounts, and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the →...

  • Page 94: Group Cast

    Web & network Group Cast Use this application to share images, documents, and music with other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Tap Group Cast on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Sharing files Tap Share picture, Share document, or Share music, select the files to share, and then Enter a PIN code and tap Done.

  • Page 95: 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 96: Samsung Apps

    This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.

  • Page 97: Utilities

    Utilities S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others. Tap the tabs down the right side of the screen to view Year, Month, Week, Day, List (of events), or Task list.
  • Page 98 Utilities You can attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears. To attach an image, tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images. Syncing with Google Calendar →...

  • Page 99: Clock

    Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use the desk clock. 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 100: Calculator

    Utilities Deleting clocks → Delete, select clocks, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start. Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off.
  • Page 101 Utilities S Voice Use this application to control the device by voice commands. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. This feature may be unavailable depending on the region or service provider. Here are some examples of spoken commands: • Open music •...

  • Page 102: Google

    Utilities Google Use this application to search the Internet, and also applications and their contents on the device. Tap Google on the Applications screen. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.

  • Page 103: 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. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear.

  • Page 104: My Files

    Utilities Storage Tap Storage to check how much of the flash memory and memory card is occupied. Help Tap Help to view tips about how to extend battery life. My Files Use this application to access all files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.

  • 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. Viewing maps Scroll in any direction to view a location or find your way.

  • Page 106: Local

    Travel & local Get directions to a destination , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: • My current location: Use current location for starting location. • Contacts: Select from the contacts list. • Point on map: Pinpoint by tapping on the map. •...

  • Page 107: Navigation

    Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving.

  • Page 108: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap •...

  • Page 109: Bluetooth

    Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customize the settings for the limitation.

  • Page 110: More Settings

    Settings More settings Customize settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Smart network This disables all data network functions on your device when the screen is turned off, and disconnects applications such as Email.
  • Page 111 • If you specify a Wi-Fi frequency band, AllShare Cast dongles may not be found or connected. • If you play videos or games on a TV, select an appropriate TV mode to get the best experience from AllShare Cast. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 112: Blocking Mode

    Settings Blocking mode Select features and set the device to hide or show notification icons for them for specified periods. Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. •...

  • Page 113: Storage

    Settings Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. Power Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • Auto power off: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off when inactive. •...

  • Page 114: Battery

    Settings Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by the various components of your device. Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. To stop an application from running, tap the application name and tap Stop. Stopping applications or services may cause application failure or data loss. Location services •...

  • Page 115: Security

    • Remote controls: Set 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. – Add account: Add or view your Samsung account. – Use wireless networks: Set to allow location data collection and to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi and mobile networks.
  • Page 116 Settings • Find my mobile web page: Access the SamsungDive website ( www.samsungdive.com ). You can track and control your lost or stolen device on the SamsungDive website. • Set up SIM card lock: – Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.

  • Page 117: Language And Input

    • Download offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, select • Portrait keyboard types: Select the default input method, QWERTY keyboard or 3x4 keyboard. • Input language: Select languages for text input.
  • Page 118 • Handwriting: Customize settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, and pen colour. • Voice input: Activate the voice input feature to enter text by voice on the Samsung keyboard. • Auto capitalisation: Set the device to automatically capitalize the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark.
  • Page 119 Settings For Samsung voice recognition, the following options are available: • Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. • Use location data: Set to use location information for voice search results. • Hide offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results.

  • Page 120: Backup And Reset

    Settings Text-to-speech output • Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap • Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. • Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. •...

  • Page 121: Add Account

    Settings Add account Add your email or SNS accounts. Motion Change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. • Pan to move icon: Set to move an item to another page when tapping and holding the item and then panning the device to the left or right. •...

  • Page 122: Accessory

    Settings Accessory Change the accessory settings. • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting. • Audio applications: Set the device to show which applications are available when you connect a headset to the device.

  • Page 123: Accessibility

    Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alter the following settings to improve accessibility to the device. • Auto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. • Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight when inactive.

  • Page 124: Developer Options

    Settings Developer options Change the settings for application development. • Desktop backup password: Set a password to secure your backup data. • Stay awake: Set the screen to remain on while you are charging the battery. • Protect SD card: Set to request a confirmation when reading data from a memory card. •...

  • Page 125: About Device

    Settings • Animator duration scale: Select how long pop-up windows will be shown. • Disable hardware overlays: Set to hide hardware overlays. • Force GPU rendering: Set to use 2D hardware acceleration to improve graphic performance. • Strict mode: Set the device to flash the screen when applications perform long operations.

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The subject’s eyes appear red Red eyes occurs when the subject’s eyes reflect light from the camera flash. If the photo has already been taken, tap Red eye removal in the Photo Wizard. Photos have dust spots If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash.
  • Page 127 Troubleshooting Photos are blurred when shooting at night As the device tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to hold the device steady long enough to take a clear picture and may result in device shake. •...
  • Page 128 Troubleshooting When you cannot turn on the device • Ensure that the battery is inserted. (p. 10) • Charge the battery. When you cannot take photos or videos • Your storage may be full. Delete unnecessary files, or insert a new memory card. •...
  • Page 129 When you turn the power off while holding the lens barrel, the lens barrel may not be able to retract into the body. If this happens, do not force the lens barrel into the body. Take the device to your local Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 130 • Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. 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.
  • Page 131 Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: •...
  • Page 132 • If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 133 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider. www.samsung.com English (CA). 11/2012. Rev. 1.0...

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