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  • Page 1 GT-I9195I User Manual www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2: About This Manual

    • A pplications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • S amsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

    No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
  • Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • W i-Fi...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting started Setting up accounts Transferring files Device layout Securing the device Buttons Upgrading the device Package contents Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Communication Charging the battery Phone Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Contacts Messages Holding the device...
  • Page 6 Radio QUICK SETTINGS Flipboard CONNECTIONS DEVICE 102 PERSONALIZATION Application & media stores 105 SYSTEM Play Store 111 APPLICATIONS Samsung GALAXY Apps 111 Google Settings Play Books Play Movies & TV Troubleshooting Play Music Play Games Play Newsstand Utilities Memo S Planner...
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Recent apps button Back button Multipurpose jack Microphone IrLED Microphone for speakerphone Rear camera Headset jack Flash GPS antenna Volume button Back cover NFC antenna (on the battery) Speaker Main antenna...
  • Page 8: Buttons

    • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • O ther accessories may not be compatible with your device.
  • Page 10: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And

    Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • O nly microSIM cards work with the device. • S ome LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider.
  • Page 11: Battery

    SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
  • Page 12: Battery

    Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the SIM or USIM card.
  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
  • Page 14 • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
  • Page 15: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • W hen you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •...
  • Page 16: Removing The Memory Card

    Getting started Remove the back cover and battery. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Push the memory card into the slot. Replace the battery and back cover. Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps →...
  • Page 17: Turning The Device On And Off

    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 18: Holding The Device

    Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode.
  • Page 19: 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) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected...
  • Page 20: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • D o not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
  • Page 21: Finger Gestures

    Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
  • Page 22 Basics Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return. Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.
  • Page 23: 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 → Motions and gestures. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly.
  • Page 24 Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.
  • Page 25 Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker). Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots.
  • Page 26: Notifications

    Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, 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 27: 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 others. 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 28: Setting Wallpaper

    Basics Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold the empty area, and then tap Wallpapers → Home screen. Scroll left or right and select from images displayed at the bottom of the screen. To select photos taken by the device’s camera or other images, tap From Gallery.
  • Page 29: Applications Screen

    Basics Applications screen The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Applications screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Rearranging applications This feature is available only in the customisable grid view. Tap →...
  • Page 30: Using Applications

    Basics Uninstalling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it. Some default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled. Disabling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to disable it. To enable the application, on the Applications screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 31: Entering Text

    End all. Alternatively, tap Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.
  • Page 32: Copying And Pasting

    Basics Entering uppercase before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice. Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak.
  • Page 33: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 94) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. •...
  • Page 34: Setting Up Accounts

    Basics Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and GALAXY Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device. Adding accounts Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account.
  • Page 35 Basics Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer.
  • Page 36: Securing The Device

    Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
  • Page 37: Upgrading The Device

    Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software.
  • Page 38: Communication

    Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • K eypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . •...
  • Page 39: Finding Contacts

    Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .
  • Page 40: Adding Contacts

    Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to Contacts. Sending a message Tap → Send message to send a message to the number on display. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.
  • Page 41: Rejecting A Call

    Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To create the rejection message, tap → Settings → Call → Call rejection → Rejection messages.
  • Page 42: Contacts

    Communication During a video call The following actions are available: • S witch: Switch between the front and rear camera. • M ute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. • E nd call: End the current call. •...
  • Page 43: Managing Contacts

    Communication Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact Select a contact to delete, and then tap →...
  • Page 44: Importing And Exporting Contacts

    Tap Contacts. Moving contacts to Google Tap → Move device contacts to → Google. Moving contacts to Samsung Tap → Move device contacts to → Samsung account. Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Tap → Settings → Contacts → Import/export contacts, and then select an import option.
  • Page 45: Favourite Contacts

    Communication Favourite contacts Tap Favourites. to add contacts to favourites. Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • S elect: Select contacts to apply options. • H elp: Access help information about using contacts. Contact groups Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap .
  • Page 46: Messages

    Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:...
  • Page 47: 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 48 Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap → Schedule email. Tick Schedule email, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • I f 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 49: Gmail

    Communication Gmail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Gmail on the Applications screen. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • T his application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 50 Communication Reading messages Delete the message. Keep the message for long-term Mark the message as unread. storage. Access additional options. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to the message. Preview attachment. Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead.
  • Page 51: Hangouts

    Communication Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting.
  • Page 52: Photos

    Communication Photos Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services. Tap Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select one of the following categories: •...
  • Page 53: 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. Tap to access additional options while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.
  • Page 54: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, on the Applications screen, tap My Files →...
  • Page 55: Bluetooth

    • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, and then drag...
  • Page 56: Screen Mirroring

    Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto-generated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth.
  • Page 57: Nfc

    Web & network Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna.
  • Page 58: Beam

    Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data.
  • Page 59: Quick Connect

    Web & network Quick Connect Use this feature to easily search and connect to nearby devices. You can use the device as a remote control by connecting it to a TV. You can also conveniently share content stored on your device with computers. •...
  • Page 60: Connecting To A Tv

    Web & network Deactivating the Quick connect feature at the top of the screen. Alternatively, tap Sharing content Share content with the connected devices. Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect. Select a device from the list of detected devices. Select a media category.
  • Page 61 Launch the Samsung Link application to use content saved on remotely connected computers. To use this feature, sign in to your Samsung account. Install the Samsung Link application on both devices. You can download the application from GALAXY Apps or Play Store.
  • Page 62: Music

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Search for other devices to play Access additional options. the le. Adjust the volume. Set the le as your favourite song.
  • Page 63: Setting A Song As Ringtone

    Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Smart volume. When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.
  • Page 64: Camera

    Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 70) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •...
  • Page 65: Taking Photos

    Media Taking photos Taking a photo Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. Tap to take the photo. Indicates which shooting mode is in use. Switch between the front and rear Start taking a video. camera.
  • Page 66 Media • R ear-cam selfie: Use this mode to allow the camera to detect and focus your face automatically when you take a self-portrait using the rear camera. • C ontinuous shot: Take a series of photos of moving subjects. •...
  • Page 67: Applying Filter Effects

    Media Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. → and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. Taking videos Taking a video to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap While recording, use the following actions: •...
  • Page 68: Zooming In And Out

    Media Zooming in and out Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video. Configuring settings for Camera to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes.
  • Page 69 Media • I SO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film- camera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects. • W hite balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.
  • Page 70: Gallery

    Media Shortcuts Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options. → , or tap Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the left of the screen. Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.
  • Page 71: Playing Videos

    Media Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap Trimming segments of a video Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video.
  • Page 72: Setting As Wallpaper

    Media Sharing images Use one of the following methods: • I n a folder, tap → Select, select images, and then tap to send them to others. • W hen viewing an image, tap to send it to others or share it via social network services. Setting as wallpaper When viewing an image, tap →...
  • Page 73: Video

    Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. Playing videos Select a video to play. Search for other Adjust the volume. devices to play the Access additional options. Pause and resume playback. Move forwards or backwards by Rotate the screen's dragging the bar.
  • Page 74: Youtube

    Media Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, drag the player to another location.
  • Page 75: Radio

    Media Radio Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. Tap Radio on the Applications screen. Listening to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time.
  • Page 76: Flipboard

    Media Scanning radio stations Tap → Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen.
  • Page 77: 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 78: Samsung Galaxy Apps

    Application & media stores Samsung GALAXY Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com . Tap GALAXY Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 79: Play Movies & Tv

    Application & media stores Play Movies & TV Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies & TV on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service.
  • Page 80: Utilities

    Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Adding and managing categories Create categories to sort and manage your memos. To add a new category, tap → Manage categories → , enter a category name, and then tap OK.
  • Page 81: S Planner

    Utilities Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To search for a memo, tap To send a memo to others, tap → Select, select a memo, and then tap . To delete memos, tap → Select, select memos, and then tap To change the memo category, tap →...
  • Page 82 Utilities To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap View more options to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place.
  • Page 83: Dropbox

    Utilities Deleting events or tasks Select an event or task, and then tap Sharing events or tasks Select an event or task, tap → Share via, and then select a sharing method. Dropbox Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed.
  • Page 84: Cloud

    Utilities Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 85: Clock

    Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap...
  • Page 86: World Clock

    Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap World clock Creating clocks , and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.
  • Page 87: Calculator

    Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen rotation is disabled, tap → Scientific calculator. To see the calculation history, tap to hide the keypad.
  • Page 88: Playing Voice Memos

    Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Set a portion of the recording for looped play. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Skip a silent portion in the voice memo. •...
  • Page 89 Utilities S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to dial a number, send a message, write a memo, and more. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...
  • Page 90: Google

    Utilities S Finder Use this application to search for a wide variety of items on the device, including emails, documents, images, music, applications, and more. Open the notifications panel and tap S Finder. Tap the search field, and then enter search criteria. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a keyword to search for.
  • Page 91: Voice Search

    Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.
  • Page 92: Searching For A File

    Utilities Select a file or folder by ticking, and then use one of the following functions: • : Delete files or folders. • : Send files to others or share them. • → Move: Move files or folders to another folder. •...
  • Page 93: Travel & Local

    Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword.
  • Page 94: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. QUICK SETTINGS View the list of your favourite setting options. To edit the list of favourite setting options, tap → Edit quick settings, select a setting option, and then tap Done.
  • Page 95 Settings Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy Tap Wi-Fi → → Advanced → Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep. When the screen is turned off, the device automatically turns off Wi-Fi connections. When this happens, the device automatically accesses data networks if it is set to use them.
  • Page 96: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot

    Settings Tethering and Mobile hotspot • M obile hotspot: Use the portable mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network. • U SB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with a computer via USB.
  • Page 97: Nearby Devices

    Settings Location Change settings for location information permissions. • M ode: Select a method to collect your location data. • R ECENT LOCATION REQUESTS: View which applications request your current location information and their battery usage. • L OCATION SERVICES: View the location services your device is using. •...
  • Page 98: More Networks

    Settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files via Wi-Fi or cloud services. Screen Mirroring Activate the screen mirroring feature and share your display with others. More networks Customise settings to control networks.
  • Page 99: Device

    Settings DEVICE Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • S ound mode: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode. • V olume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications.
  • Page 100: Lock Screen

    Settings • F ont: – Font style: Change the font type for display text. – Font size: Change the font size. • S creen rotation: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned. • S mart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display.
  • Page 101: Notification Panel

    Settings • C amera shortcut: Set the device to show the camera shortcut on the locked screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • O wner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock. •...
  • Page 102: Personalization

    PERSONALIZATION Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server.
  • Page 103 Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device. • V ision: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users. – TalkBack: Activate TalkBack, which provides voice feedback. To view help information to learn how to use this feature, tap Settings →...
  • Page 104 – Turn off all sounds: Mute all device sounds. – Samsung subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settings. – Google subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Google and to change the closed caption settings.
  • Page 105: System

    Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • E nglish(UK): Change the keyboard layout. • S elect input languages: Select languages for text input.
  • Page 106: Google Voice Typing

    • S ound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • C haracter preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap •...
  • Page 107: Pointer Speed

    Settings • “ Ok Google” Detection: Set the device to begin voice recognition when you say the wake up command while using the search application. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • O ffline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input. •...
  • Page 108: Safety Assistance

    Settings • S et time: Set the current time manually. • A utomatic time zone: Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones. • S elect time zone: Set the home time zone. •...
  • Page 109 Settings – Restrict performance: Set the device to limit various options, such as turning off the Recent applications button and the Back button’s backlight. – Greyscale mode: Set the device to display colours on the screen as grey tones. • U ltra power saving mode: Extend standby time and reduce battery consumption by displaying a simpler layout and allowing limited access to an application.
  • Page 110 Find my mobile website. • R eactivation lock: Set the device to require your Samsung account after the device has been reset to prevent others from reactivating the device.
  • Page 111: Applications

    Settings • S torage type: Set a storage type for credential files. • T rusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications. • I nstall from device storage: Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage. •...
  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
  • Page 113 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 114 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Charge the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • I f the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
  • Page 115 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 116 • I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 117 Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device.
  • Page 118 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (EU). 01/2015. Rev.1.2...

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