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  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Google Android operating systems and may vary depending on the user’s operating system. Applications and their functions may vary by country, ● region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by third-party applications. Using this manual...

  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

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  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ............11 Unpack ....................11 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ....... 11 Charge the battery ................14 Insert a memory card (optional) ..........17 Getting started ..........20 Turn your device on and off ............20 Get to know your device ...............
  • Page 7 Use Voice talk ..................67 Capture screen area ................ 68 Communication ..........69 Calling ....................69 Messaging ................... 79 Google Mail ..................81 Email ...................... 83 Talk ......................86 ChatON ....................87 Messenger ................... 88 Google+ ....................88 Entertainment ............ 89 Camera ....................
  • Page 8 Web ..............126 Internet ....................126 Maps ....................130 Local ..................... 131 Navigation ..................132 YouTube ..................... 132 Samsung Apps ................134 S Choice ....................134 Voice Search ..................135 Play Store ................... 135 Readers Hub ..................136 Connectivity ............. 137 USB connections ................
  • Page 9 Help ...................... 158 My Files ....................159 Google ....................160 SIM Toolkit ..................161 Voice talk .................... 161 Mini diary ................... 162 Settings ............163 Access the Settings menu ............163 Wi-Fi ..................... 163 Bluetooth ................... 163 Data usage ..................163 More settings ...................
  • Page 10 Add account ..................179 Motion ....................179 S Pen ....................180 Accessory ................... 180 Date and time .................. 181 Accessibility ..................181 Developer options ................. 183 About device ..................184 Troubleshooting ..........185 Contents...

  • Page 11: Assembling

    ● Battery ● Quick start guide ● Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available ● accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 12 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and select Power off → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
  • Page 13 Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. ● If the memory card becomes lodged in the SIM card slot, you must take your device to a Samsung Service Centre to have the memory card removed. The SIM card slot of your device is only suited for ●...

  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    Before using the device for the first time or when the battery has been unused for an extended period, you must charge the battery. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unapproved chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your device. You can charge the battery faster with the supplied ●...
  • Page 15 The device may heat up while charging. This is ● normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If your device is not charging properly, take your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Assembling...
  • Page 16 When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the electrical socket. Do not remove the battery while the device is connected to the travel adapter. Doing so may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use.

  • Page 17: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. 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 18: Remove The Memory Card

    Your device supports only the FAT file structure for ● memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card. Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the ●...

  • Page 19: Format The Memory Card

    Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device. Remove the memory card. Replace the battery and back cover. Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you are turning 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 21: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Light sensor Microphone Proximity sensor Earpiece Front camera lens Power/Reset/Lock Touch screen Home key Menu key Back key Multifunction jack Microphone 1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos.
  • Page 22 Headset jack Flash GPS antenna Rear camera lens Volume key Back cover Speaker Main antenna S Pen slot › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the device options (press and Reset hold); Reset the device (press and hold Lock for 6-8 seconds);...

  • Page 23: Indicator Icons

    Function Return to the Home screen; Open the list of recent applications (press and Home hold); Launch the Voice talk application (press twice). Return to the previous screen; Open Back or close the Multi Window panel (press and hold). Volume Adjust the device’s volume. ›...
  • Page 24 Icon Definition GPS-based services in use Call in progress Speakerphone activated Missed call Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to computer USB tethering activated Wi-Fi hotspot activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification...

  • Page 25: Use The S Pen And The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Music playback paused FM radio playing in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time Use the S Pen and the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch screen.
  • Page 26 ● Samsung retailer. If your S Pen is not working properly, take it to a ● Samsung Service Centre. For best results, keep the S Pen mostly perpendicular ● to the touch screen and avoid using it at sharp angles.

  • Page 27: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys When you do not use the device for a specified period, your device turns off the touch screen and locks the touch screen and the keys automatically to prevent unintended operations. To lock the touch screen and the keys manually, press the Power key.
  • Page 28 Screen rotation : Activate or deactivate the auto rotation ● feature. Bluetooth : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature. ● p. 148 ► Mobile data : Activate or deactivate the data connection. ● Blocking mode : Activate or deactivate Blocking mode. In ●...
  • Page 29 › Customise the quick access panel You can customise the quick access panel at the bottom of the Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts. To remove an application icon, tap and hold the icon, and ● then drag it to the rubbish bin. To add an application shortcut, tap and hold a new ●...

  • Page 30: Use Widgets

    › Use widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. Some widgets connect to web services. Using a ● web-based widget may result in additional charges. The widgets available may vary depending on your ●...
  • Page 31 Settings Display, and → In the application list, select then select the tick box next to Multi window to activate the Multi Window feature. You can also activate this feature by selecting Multi window on the notifications panel. Press and hold [ ] to open the Multi Window panel.

  • Page 32: Access Applications

    Access applications To access your device’s applications, Apps to access the On the Home screen, select application list. Scroll left or right to another screen. You can also select a dot at the bottom of the screen to move directly to the corresponding screen. Select an application.
  • Page 33 Save. Select › Download an application Play Store or Samsung In the application list, select Apps. Search for an application and download it to the device. To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, you must select Settings Security →...

  • Page 34: Customise Your Device

    › Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device, so can run more than one application at the same time. However, heavy multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs with the task manager. Active →...

  • Page 35: Change Your Ringtone

    Select a wallpaper for the Home screen Settings → Display → In the application list, select Wallpaper → Home screen. → Select an image folder an image. Samsung is not responsible for any misuse of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. Getting started...
  • Page 36 › Adjust the brightness of the display Your device includes a light sensor, which can detect the level of ambient light and adjust the brightness of the display automatically. You can also manually set the brightness of the display. The brightness of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power.
  • Page 37 If you forget your unlock code, take your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of security ● codes or private information, or other damages caused by illegal software. Set a motion unlock In the application list, select Settings →...
  • Page 38 Set an unlock pattern Settings → Lock screen → In the application list, select Screen lock → Pattern. View the on-screen instructions and example patterns, and then select Next. Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 4 dots, and then select Continue.
  • Page 39 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 to control the device remotely via the web. Settings →...

  • Page 40: Enter Text

    When you are finished, select To add input languages for voice recognition, select the → Add more languages. language › Enter text with the Samsung Chinese IME keypad Choose input method → Set up input methods, Select next to Samsung Chinese IME →...
  • Page 41 You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Switch text input modes. Switch to Handwriting mode. Tap and hold to enter text by voice, access the clipboard, or access the keypad settings. Insert a space. Clear your input. Start a new line.
  • Page 42 When entering text with the 3x4 keypad, you can use the following modes: Mode Function 1. Select appropriate virtual keys. Select when you are unsure which stroke to enter. Stroke 2. Select and select a character from the list that appears. 1.
  • Page 43 › Enter text with the Samsung keypad From a text field, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel. Choose input method → Set up input methods, Select next to Samsung keyboard → and then select Portrait keyboard types →...
  • Page 44 Number Function Insert a full stop; Open the symbol panel (tap and hold). Insert a space. When Predictive text (XT9) mode is activated, you can use continuous input, which allows you to enter text by sweeping on the keypad. p. 174 ►...
  • Page 45 Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text. You can also tap the keys to enter text. ● You can tap and hold a key to enter that appear ● characters above the key. When you tap and hold a key until the character list appears, you can enter special characters and symbols.

  • Page 46: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text From a text field, you can copy and paste text to another application. Tap and hold a passage of text. Drag or to select the text to be copied. Select to add the text to the clipboard. In another application, place the cursor where you want to paste the text.

  • Page 47: Using Special Features

    Using special features Your device can be used as a powerful notepad, thanks to multiple features that help you input text, capture drawings, and use motion controls or voice commands. Learn basic S Pen actions Your device is supplied with a specialised S Pen. To perform the following actions, first remove the S Pen from the slot at the bottom of your device.

  • Page 48: Learn Advanced S Pen Actions

    Learn advanced S Pen actions Press and hold the button on the side of the S Pen to perform the following actions: Back Draw to return to the previous screen. Menu Draw to open a list of options available on the current screen. Screen capture Tap and hold the screen to capture a screenshot.

  • Page 49: Learn Motions

    Quick note function. Text selection Drag the S Pen to the left or right on the text to select. Samsung UserManual Learn motions Built-in motion recognition provides you with enhanced controls. You can perform actions by moving your device or performing gestures with your hands.
  • Page 50 Hold to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a voice call. Shake Shake your device to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices or Kies air devices. Using special features...
  • Page 51 Tilt While holding the device with two hands, tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Hand swipe Swipe your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image will be saved to the clipboard and in My Files →...
  • Page 52 Palm touch Touch the screen with your palm to pause media playback or mute the radio. Pan to move While holding an item, slide the device to the left or right to move the item to another page on the Home screen or the application list.
  • Page 53 Pan to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then slide the device in any direction to scroll through the image. Turn over Place the device face down to mute ringtones, pause media playback, or turn off the FM radio (when using the speaker).

  • Page 54: Use Handwriting Mode

    (when the camera shortcut is activated). p. 170 ► Use Handwriting mode From the Samsung Chinese IME keypad, you can switch to Handwriting mode to enter text more easily. To switch to Handwriting mode, select Using special features...
  • Page 55 Otherwise, select a word from the alternative word list. To switch to the Samsung Chinese IME keypad, select › Handwriting Tutorial When you have written one character, write the next one.
  • Page 56 E.g. Not recognised Do not write characters on top of one another. ● E.g. Recognised E.g. Not recognised Most of the languages can recognise not only individual ● characters but characters written together that make up words. (This is referred to as supporting words and phrases.) The languages that do and do not support words and phrase should be listed in this guide.
  • Page 57 Supporting recognition of words and phrases In some languages, cursive writing can be recognised. ● (Cursive writing recognition) For languages in which cursive writing is recognised, connected character writing should also be recognised. For languages in which cursive writing is not recognised, characters should be written separately.

  • Page 58: Use S Note

    When writing more than one line, make sure you leave ● enough space. E.g. Recognised E.g. Not recognised Use S Note With S Note, you can create notes by inserting various multimedia contents into notes and add a note shortcut to the Home screen.
  • Page 59 Enter text or draw a sketch. Redo your last action. Undo your last action. Erase your text or sketch; Change the eraser thickness or clear your input (double-tap). Enter text with the keyboard; Change the text settings (double-tap). Use productivity tools. Draw a sketch;...
  • Page 60 Add a photo or sound clip. Add a sound clip by recording voices or other sounds. Add a multimedia file, such as text, a photo, or a sound clip. To record your actions while drawing a note, select ● To add a page, select ●...
  • Page 61 › Change the pen or text attributes While creating a note, you can change following attributes: To change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour, ● double-tap Number Function Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Open to view more colour or change the shade of colour.
  • Page 62 To change the text attributes, double-tap ● Number Function Select an option. View or change the current attributes. Change the text colour. Add a new colour with the Color Picker. › Tutorial for handwritten formulas and figures Write a formula on a single line. If you write a long formula ●...
  • Page 63 Unclosed parenthesis or missing figure in the square root ● will temporarily result in incorrect formula conversion. The formula will be complete when you finish writing the formula. When you draw an arrow, draw the body of the arrow first. ●...

  • Page 64: Use The Quick Note Pad

    Use the quick note pad From any screen, you can create a quick note of text and sketches. With the S Pen button pressed, double-tap the screen to open the quick note pad. Enter text or draw a sketch. View the quick note pad in widescreen. Redo your last action.

  • Page 65: Use S Planner

    Use S Planner Your device provides you with a powerful planner to help you organise your schedules and tasks more conveniently and effectively. You can create and view events, add items, and change view modes. To launch S Planner, in the application list, select S Planner. Switch to Handwriting mode.
  • Page 66 › Create an event or task To create an event, S Planner → In the application list, select If alert messages about the calendar sync appear, select Done. Add event and then enter details. Select To search for and add a location view, select ●...

  • Page 67: Use Voice Talk

    Use Voice talk Built-in voice recognition provides you with a quick and easy way to launch applications and features. When your hands are engaged with other tasks or you are not able to look at the device’s screen, such as while you are driving, you can say a command to perform an action.

  • Page 68: Use Voice Commands

    › Use voice commands From the Voice talk screen, do one of the following: Select a category to view the available commands. ● Tap & Speak to initiate the voice command Select ● feature. You can say a voice command for any type of feature.

  • Page 69: 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 70: Use A Headset

    Answer a call When a call comes in, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle. To mute the ringtone, press the Volume key while the device is ringing. End call. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle.
  • Page 71 › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options during a voice call: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select . To retrieve a held call, select ●...
  • Page 72 › 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 73 › Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. Phone. In the application list, select → Call settings → Call rejection. Press [ Auto reject mode switch to the right. Drag the Auto reject mode →...
  • Page 74 › Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area.

  • Page 75: View Call Logs

    › 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. Phone. In the application list, select → Call settings →...
  • Page 76 Change the following options: Option Function Set to reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. You Call rejection can add phone numbers to the auto reject list. Set reject Add or edit the message that will be messages sent when you reject a call. Ringtones and Select a ringtone to alert you to →...
  • Page 77 Option Function Answering/ → ending calls Set to answer calls by pressing the The home key Home key. answers calls Answering/ → ending calls Set to end a call when you press the The power key Power key. ends calls Turn off screen Set to turn on the proximity sensor during calls...
  • Page 78 Option Function Set to send incoming calls to a Call forwarding specified number. Additional Display your caller ID to other → settings Caller parties for outgoing calls. Additional → settings Call Set to restrict calls by call type. barring Additional Set the device to alert you to →...

  • Page 79: Messaging

    Option Function Enter the voicemail server number. Voicemail settings You can obtain this number from your service provider. Select a ringtone to alert you to new Ringtone voicemails. Set the device to vibrate when Vibrate voicemails are received. Set to accept IP calls and set up your Accounts accounts for IP call services.

  • Page 80: Send A Multimedia Message

    Select the text field and enter your message text. → Insert smiley. To insert emoticons, press [ Select to send the message. › Send a multimedia message In the application list, select Messaging → Add recipients: Enter phone numbers or email addresses and separate ●...

  • Page 81: Listen To Voice Mail Messages

    › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers can leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to your messages, Phone →...
  • Page 82 Attach picture → → To attach an image file, press [ file. Select to send the message. If you are offline or outside your service area, the message will be held in the message thread until you are online and inside your service area. ›...

  • Page 83: Email

    Report → To add the message to the spam list, press [ ● spam. To report the message to Google as a phishing attack, press ● → Report phishing. → Settings. To change the email settings, press [ ● › Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages.
  • Page 84 Next. To enter account details manually, select Select Manual setup. Follow the on-screen instructions. When you are finished setting up the email account, email messages will be downloaded to your device. If you have created two or more accounts, you can switch between them. Select an account name at the top of the screen, and then select the account from which you want to retrieve messages.
  • Page 85 › Send a scheduled email message Email → In the application list, select → Schedule While composing a message, press [ sending. Schedule sending. Select the tick box next to Done. Set a time and date, and then select Select to send the message.

  • Page 86: Talk

    → Saved Email. Print. Your → To print the message via Wi-Fi, press [ ● device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Compose. To create a new message, press [ ● → Font size. To change the font size, press [ ●...

  • Page 87: Chaton

    › Set your status Talk. In the application list, select Select a Google account. Select your name at the top of your friend list. Customise your status, image, and message. › Add friends to your friend list Talk → In the application list, select DONE.

  • Page 88: Messenger

    Messenger Learn to send and receive instant messages to friends and family with the Google+ messenger instant messaging service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Messenger. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 89: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ● use it for a specified period. The memory capacity may differ depending on the ● shooting scene or shooting conditions. ›...
  • Page 90 Number Function Capture a photo. Use camera shortcuts. : Change the effect mode. ● : Change the shooting mode. ● : Change the flash setting: You can ● turn on or off the flash manually, or set the camera to use the flash when needed. : Switch between the front and rear ●...
  • Page 91 [ → Print. Your device To print the photo via Wi-Fi, press [ ● is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Rename. To change the name of a file, press [ ● To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ●...
  • Page 92 › Capture a photo with preset options Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes. You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting conditions and subjects. For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure.
  • Page 93 Aim the camera lens at a human subject. When the camera detects a human face, a focus frame appears around the face. Select to take a photo. › Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos with Panorama shooting mode.
  • Page 94 OK to connect to another device via Wi-Fi Direct (if Select necessary). Select to take a photo. Your photo is sent to the connected users. › Capture a beauty photo You can hide facial imperfections using Beauty mode. Camera to turn on the In the application list, select camera.

  • Page 95: Shooting Mode

    Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo. › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select to access the following options: Option Function Edit shortcuts Edit shortcuts to frequently-used options. Switch between the front and rear camera Self portrait lenses.
  • Page 96 Option Function Adjust the sensitivity of the camera imaging sensor. Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Outdoor Activate Outdoor visibility to select an visibility appropriate lighting condition. Automatically adjust contrast between Auto contrast your subject and the background. Guidelines Display gridlines on the preview screen.

  • Page 97: Record A Video

    Option Function Select a memory location for storing Storage captured photos. Reset Reset menus and shooting options. › Record a video In the application list, select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to the camcorder to switch to the camcorder.
  • Page 98 Number Function Use camcorder shortcuts. : Change the effect mode. ● : Change the recording mode (for ● attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). : Change the flash setting. ● : Switch between the front and rear ●...
  • Page 99 To send the video to others or share it, select ● To delete the video, select ● → Slideshow. Tap the To start a slide show, press [ ● screen to stop the slide show. → To set the video to display contextual tags, press [ ●...
  • Page 100 Option Function Outdoor Set an appropriate lighting condition. visibility Guidelines Display gridlines on the preview screen. Set the camcorder to include location information for your videos. To improve GPS signals, avoid ● shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low- GPS tag lying areas, or in poor weather...

  • Page 101: Video Player

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently-used options. Edit shortcuts or → From the preview screen, select → Edit shortcuts. press [ Tap and hold an icon from the option list and drag it to the shortcut area.
  • Page 102 Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Capture a screenshot. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Change the ratio of the video screen. Restart playback; Skip to the previous file (tap within 3 seconds); Scan backwards in the file (tap and hold).
  • Page 103 During playback, press [ ] to access the following options: To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ● select Scan for nearby devices. Share via. To send the video to others or share it, select ● Trim. To trim a segment of the video, select ●...

  • Page 104: Gallery

    Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device’s memory or on a memory card. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device. If a file size exceeds the memory available, an error ●...
  • Page 105 [ Print. Your device → To print the image via Wi-Fi, press [ ● is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Rename. To change the name of a file, press [ ● To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ●...
  • Page 106 › Tag a face in an image Learn to tag faces in your images to make calls, send messages, and upload messages to social networks with the face tag shortcuts. Face recognition may fail depending on face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.

  • Page 107: Paper Artist

    To listen to audio via a Bluetooth headset, select ● Bluetooth. You cannot use this option if you connect a headset to your device’s headset jack. To set the video player to turn off automatically after a ● specific period of time, select Video auto off. Settings.

  • Page 108: Music Player

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the Internet. p. 126 ► ● Download from a computer with Samsung Kies. p. 137 ► ● Download from a computer with Windows Media Player. ●...

  • Page 109: Play Music

    › Play music Music Player. In the application list, select → Select a music category a music file. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Activate Shuffle mode. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Select a sound effect.

  • Page 110: Create A Playlist

    Number Function Open the current playlist. Skip to the next file; Scan forwards in the file (tap and hold). You can control the music player with a headset. Press the headset button to start or pause playback. During playback, press [ ] to access the following options: To add music files to the quick list (for saving as a playlist), ●...

  • Page 111: Fm Radio

    Enter a title for your new playlist and select Add music. Select Done. Select the files you want to include and select During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing → Add to playlist. › Customise music player settings Music Player.

  • Page 112: Listen To The Fm Radio

    › Listen to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device. FM Radio. In the application list, select The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. The first time you turn on the FM radio, it will start automatic tuning.
  • Page 113 Number Function Access services for the current station, such as downloading music files or calling the station. This option may be unavailable depending on your region. Fine-tune the frequency. › Record a song from the FM radio Plug a headset into the device. FM Radio.
  • Page 114 › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into the device. FM Radio. In the application list, select Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to a radio station. Select to add the station to the favourites list. ›...

  • Page 115: 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 Contacts → Contacts →...

  • Page 116: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Set a speed dial number Contacts → Contacts. In the application list, select → Speed dial setting. Press [ → Select a location number a contact. Select a phone number (if necessary). You can quickly dial this number by tapping and holding the location number on the dialling screen.

  • Page 117: Copy Contacts

    › Copy contacts Copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device Contacts → Contacts. In the application list, select → Import/Export → Import from SIM card. Press [ Select a memory location. Done. Select contacts to copy, and then select Copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card Contacts...

  • Page 118: S Planner

    Export contacts Contacts → Contacts. In the application list, select Import/Export Export to SD card or → → Press [ Export to USB storage. OK to confirm. Select S Planner Learn to view and manage your schedules and tasks more effectively with S Planner.

  • Page 119: Month View

    Month view Select the month icons on the top left and right of the screen to view other months. Week view Select ◄ or ► to view other weeks. You can also flick the screen to the left or right. Day view ◄...

  • Page 120: S Note

    Select an event to view its details. → Edit. To edit the details, press [ ● → Copy. To copy the event, press [ ● Delete. → To delete the event, press [ ● → Share via → To send the event to others, press [ ●...

  • Page 121: Create A Note

    Diary : You can create a photo diary. ● Recipe : You can create your own recipes. ● Travel : You can create travel essays. ● Memo : You can create memos. ● Birthday : You can create a birthday card. ●...

  • Page 122: View Notes

    Double-tap and select a tool. Shape match : Convert shapes you have drawn. ● Formula match : Convert a handwritten formula to a ● well-organised formula. Select Search to get detailed information about the formula. Handwriting-to-text : Convert a handwritten note. ●...
  • Page 123 → Set as. → Print. Your device is To print the note via Wi-Fi, press [ ● compatible only with some Samsung printers. › Edit notes S Note. In the application list, select Select a note. To add or change the note cover, tap and hold a note and select Edit cover.

  • Page 124: Voice Recorder

    › Manage notes with folders Create a folder S Note. In the application list, select Create folder. → Press [ Enter a name and select Select the new folder. → To create a note, select a template. ● → Create folder. To create sub-folders, press [ ●...

  • Page 125: Play A Voice Memo

    › Play a voice memo Voice Recorder. In the application list, select Select to access the voice memo list. Select a voice memo. To pause playback, select . Select to stop playback. You can send the voice memo to others by pressing →...

  • Page 126: Web

    You may incur additional charges for accessing the Internet and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite webpages. This feature may be labelled differently depending on ● your region or service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region or ●...
  • Page 127 Number Function View your bookmarks, saved pages, and recent Internet history. View thumbnails of active browser windows. While browsing a webpage, use the following options: To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ● them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. You can also double-tap the screen.
  • Page 128 Print. → To print the current webpage via Wi-Fi, press [ ● Your device is compatible only with Samsung printers. → Settings. To customise the browser settings, press [ ● › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 129 Share link. To send the web address (URL) to others, select ● Copy link URL. To copy the web address (URL), select ● Delete bookmark. To delete the bookmark, select ● To set the webpage as your browser’s homepage, select ●...

  • Page 130: Maps

    Maps ™ Learn to use the Google Maps mapping service to find your location, search for places and get directions. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. You must activate location services to find your ●...

  • Page 131: Local

    › Get directions to a specific destination Maps. In the application list, select Select Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or point the → location on the map, select an option.

  • Page 132: Navigation

    Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance. 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 and follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving.
  • Page 133 › Play a video YouTube. In the application list, select Select a video. Rotate the device to the landscape view. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Pause or resume playback. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging the bar.

  • Page 134: 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. S Choice Access a list of note applications in Samsung Apps. In the application list, select S Choice.

  • Page 135: Voice Search

    Voice Search Learn to search the Internet by voice. The feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Voice Search. In the application list, select Say a keyword into the microphone. The device searches for webpages related to the keyword. Select a search result.

  • Page 136: Readers Hub

    Readers Hub Learn to access various reading materials. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Readers Hub. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm.

  • Page 137: Connectivity

    Data transfers may fail when using a USB hub. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your computer. You can download the program from the Samsung website. Samsung Kies will work on both Windows and Macintosh computers.

  • Page 138: Connect With Windows Media Player

    Please download correspond USB drivers from ● Samsung website ( www.samsung.com/hk ) and install it correctly in your computer before using your phone as a removable disc. If you want to transfer files from or to a memory card, insert a memory card into the device.
  • Page 139 Turn off USB storage. When you are finished, select To disconnect the device from the computer, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and click the option to safely remove the mass storage device. Then remove the USB cable from the computer. Otherwise, you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage it.

  • Page 140: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n standards. You can connect to the Internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available. Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries.
  • Page 141 › Connect to a Wi-Fi AP with a protected setup You can connect to a secured AP with a WPS button or WPS PIN. To use this method, your wireless access point must have a WPS button. Connect with a WPS button Settings →...

  • Page 142: Wi-Fi Direct

    Change the following options: Option Function Network Set the device to notify you when an notification open Wi-Fi AP is available. Keep Wi-Fi on Set whether or not to keep the Wi-Fi during sleep feature active in Sleep mode. MAC address View the MAC address.

  • Page 143: Allshare Play

    AllShare Play. To use the AllShare Play service, 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 device type. To get more details about →...
  • Page 144 › Play a file on a remote device Supported file formats may differ depending on ● connected devices as a media player. Some files may be buffered while playing depending ● on the network connection. AllShare Play. In the application list, select Select a device or web storage that contains media files.

  • Page 145: Group Cast

    Lock AllShare Set to lock AllShare Play with the Play password for your Samsung account. Language Select a display language. About View AllShare Play information. Group Cast You can share images, documents, and music with other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi AP.

  • Page 146: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Join another Group Cast Group Cast. In the application list, select Join, enter the PIN code, and Select a shared media under then select OK. Mobile network sharing Learn to share your device’s mobile network connection with other devices. ›...
  • Page 147 Option Function Enter a password to prevent unapproved access to your mobile Password network. This option is available only when you set the security option. Show Set to show your password as you password enter them. Show advanced Select a broadcast channel. options Save.

  • Page 148: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Learn to exchange data or media files with other devices via Bluetooth. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with ●...

  • Page 149: Send Data Via Bluetooth

    › Activate the Bluetooth feature In the application list, select Settings and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right. › Find and pair with another device Settings → Bluetooth → In the application list, select Scan. Select a device. OK to match the Bluetooth PIN between two Select devices.

  • Page 150: Gps

    › Receive data via Bluetooth Settings → Bluetooth and In the application list, select then select the tick box next to your device. To select the length of time that your device will be → Visibility timeout. visible, press [ OK to match the Bluetooth PIN or When prompted, select enter the Bluetooth PIN and select OK (if necessary).

  • Page 151: Vpn Connections

    › Activate location services You must activate location services to receive location information or search the map. Settings → Location In the application list, select services. Adjust the following settings to activate location services: Option Function Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks to find your location.
  • Page 152 › Set up VPN connections Settings → More settings → In the application list, select Add VPN network. → Customise the connection information. Option Function Name Enter a name of the VPN server. Type Select a VPN type. Server address Enter the address of the VPN server. L2TP secret Set to use the L2TP secret password.
  • Page 153 Option Function PPP encryption Set to encrypt data before sending it to (MPPE) the VPN server. Show Set to change the advanced network advanced settings. options The options available may vary depending on the VPN type. Save. When you are finished, select ›...

  • Page 154: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch, the countdown timer, and the desk clock. › Set a new alarm Clock Alarm. → In the application list, select Create alarm. Select Set alarm details.

  • Page 155: Create A World Clock

    › Create a world clock Clock → World clock → In the application list, select city. Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To select your current city, select ● To select a city in the world map view, select ●...

  • Page 156: Calculator

    Settings. → Press [ Change the following options: Option Function Hide status bar Set to hide or show the status bar. Select a background image for the Wallpaper desk clock. Calendar Set to show the calendar. Set to show the weather for your current location.

  • Page 157: Downloads

    › View the calculation history Calculator. In the application list, select Perform the calculation. Select to close the calculator keypad. The calculation history appears. Clear history. → To clear the history, press [ Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web or email.

  • Page 158: Help

    Enter an email address and password, and then select Next. Select Turn on to automatically upload photos and videos Select captured by the camera on your device. › Upload files to your Dropbox folder Dropbox. In the application list, select →...

  • Page 159: My Files

    My Files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored in your device and on a memory card. › Supported file formats Your device supports the following file formats: Type Format Image...

  • Page 160: Google

    In a folder, press [ ] to use the following options: Select all. To apply the same option to files at once, select ● Create folder. To create a new folder, select ● Search. To search for files saved in your device, select ●...

  • Page 161: Sim Toolkit

    SIM Toolkit Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this application may be labelled differently. In the application list, select SIM Toolkit. Voice talk Learn to use the voice command feature provided by Voice talk.

  • Page 162: Mini Diary

    Mini diary Learn to keep a photo diary. › Create a Mini diary Mini diary. In the application list, select If you are launching this application for the first time, select Yes. If there is a diary saved, select to create a new entry. Change the today’s date and set the weather (if necessary).

  • Page 163: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In the application list, select Select a setting category and select an option. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi AP and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, press [ Advanced : Customise Wi-Fi settings.

  • Page 164: More Settings

    To use more options, press [ Data roaming : Set to use data connections when you are ● roaming. Restrict background data : Set to disable synchronisation ● in the background while using a mobile network. Auto sync data : Set the device to synchronise contact, ●...

  • Page 165: Tethering And Portable Hotspot

    Access Point Names : Select an access point name (APN) for ● mobile networks. You can add or edit APNs. To reset your → Reset to APN settings to the factory defaults, press [ default. Network mode : Select a network type. ●...

  • Page 166: Home Screen Mode

    : Set to accept uploads from ● other device. › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy). Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in Blocking mode.

  • Page 167: Display

    Touch sounds : Set the device to sound when you select an ● application or option on the touch screen. Screen lock sound : Set the device to sound when you lock ● or unlock the touch screen. Haptic feedback : Set the device to vibrate when you press ●...

  • Page 168: Storage

    Smart stay : Set to prevent the display backlight from ● turning off while you are looking at the display. Font style : Change the font type for the display text. ● Font size : Change the font size in the planner, email, ●...

  • Page 169: Battery

    Background colour : Set the device to decrease the ● brightness of the background colour of email and Internet. Turn off haptic feedback : Set to prevent the device from ● vibrating when you press [ ] or [ ], or press and hold the Power key or the Home key.

  • Page 170: Security

    Shortcuts : Set to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Information ticker : Set to show news or stock information on the locked screen. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 171: Device Administrators

    Remote controls : Set to control a lost device remotely via ● the web. This feature will be activated automatically when you sign in to a Samsung account. SIM Change Alert : Activate or deactivate the Find my ● mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen.

  • Page 172: One-Handed Operation

    Trusted credentials : Select certificates and credentials to ● ensure secure use of various applications. Install from device storage : Install encrypted certificates ● that are stored in the USB storage. Clear credentials : Erase the credential contents from the ●...

  • Page 173: Input Language

    › Samsung Chinese IME To change the Samsung Chinese IME keypad settings, select Input Language : Select input languages to use with the ● keypad. Space key to input association : Set the device to enter the ● highlighted Chinese word when you press the space bar.

  • Page 174: Samsung Keyboard

    About : View version information. ● › Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keypad settings, select . Portrait keyboard types : Select the default input method, ● such as the QWERTY keyboard or 3x4 keypad. Input language : Select languages for text input.
  • Page 175 Key-tap sound : Set the device to sound when you tap a ● key. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Reset settings : Select which settings will be reset to their ● factory defaults.
  • Page 176 Download offline speech recognition : Download and ● install language data for offline voice input. For the Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: Language : Select a language for voice recognition. ● Web search engine : Select an Internet search engine.
  • Page 177 Listen via Bluetooth : Set to recognise your voice ● commands when using a connected Bluetooth headset. Use location data : Set to use your location information for ● voice search results. Hide offensive words : Set to hide offensive words from ●...

  • Page 178: Cloud

    Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing your settings and data.

  • Page 179: Add Account

    Add account Add your email or SNS accounts. Motion Activate the motion feature and change the settings that control the motion recognition feature on your device. Direct call : Set to make a voice call by picking up and ● holding the device near your ear while viewing call, message, or contact details.

  • Page 180: S Pen

    Palm touch to mute/pause : Set to pause media playback ● or mute the FM radio when you touch the screen with your palm. Learn about hand motions : View the tutorial for ● controlling hand motions. S Pen Dominant hand : Select the hand you write with to ●...

  • Page 181: Date And Time

    Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device: If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date will be reset. Automatic date and time : Automatically update the time ●...

  • Page 182: Accessibility Shortcut

    Accessibility shortcut : Add a shortcut to Accessibility ● settings on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power key. TalkBack : Activate TalkBack, which provides voice ● feedback. Font size : Change the font size for creating or showing ●...

  • Page 183: Developer Options

    Developer options Activate and 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 ●...

  • Page 184: About Device

    Transition animation scale : Select a speed for switching ● between screens. 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 ●...

  • Page 185: 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 186: 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 6-8 seconds.

  • Page 187: 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 188 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 189 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 computer or ●...
  • Page 190 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 191 To install Kies (PC Sync) Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/hk/kies) and install it on your computer. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.

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