Page 1 SM-G901F User Manual English (EU). 08/2014. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Read me first Personalising Switching to easy mode Managing the Home and Apps screens Getting started Changing the screen lock method Setting wallpaper Device layout Changing ringtones Buttons Setting up accounts Package contents Moving contacts from other devices to Installing the SIM or USIM card and your device battery...
Page 3 Table of Contents Phone Gallery Making calls Viewing content on the device Receiving calls 100 Modifying content on the device During a call 102 Accessing additional options 102 Tagging faces 103 Using Tag buddy Contacts Adding contacts Internet & SNS Managing contacts 104 Internet 105 Chrome...
Page 4 Table of Contents Multimedia 167 Google 168 Kids Mode 140 Music 171 Magnifier 143 Video 172 Maps 145 YouTube 172 Memo 146 Flipboard 173 My Files 146 Google+ 175 Torch 146 Photos 147 Play Books 147 Play Movies & TV Connecting with other 147 Play Games devices...
Page 5 Table of Contents 202 SOUND AND DISPLAY 246 Answering or ending calls 206 PERSONALISATION 246 Using single tap mode 208 MOTION 246 Configuring accessibility settings 209 USER AND BACKUP 248 Using other useful features 210 SYSTEM 217 APPLICATIONS Troubleshooting 224 Google Settings Accessibility 225 Accessibility 226 Using the Home button to open...
Page 6: Read Me First
Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.
Page 7: Instructional Icons
Read me first Instructional icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information...
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting started Device layout Infrared LED Proximity/Light/Gesture sensor Notification light Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Recent apps button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack Microphone GPS antenna Rear camera Volume button Flash Back cover NFC antenna (on the battery) Speaker Main antenna...
Page 9: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance
Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. Maintaining water and dust resistance The device may be damaged if water or dust enters the device.
Page 10: Buttons
Getting started If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone or the speaker is wet, sound may not be heard clearly during a call. Ensure that the microphone or the speaker is clean and dry by wiping it with a dry cloth. The water-resistant design of the device causes it to vibrate slightly in certain conditions.
Page 11: Package Contents
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. Some accessories, such as docking devices, may not have the same water- and dust-resistance certification.
Page 12: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And
Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microSIM cards work with the device. Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider.
Page 13: Battery
SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
Page 14: Battery
Replace the back cover. Press Align Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly. Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device. Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery.
Page 15: 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 16 While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
Page 17 Getting started After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use.
Page 18: Inserting A Memory Card
Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
Page 19 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 20: Turning The Device On And Off
Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Power off.
Page 21: Locking And Unlocking The Device
Getting started Locking and unlocking the device Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area.
Page 22: Basics
Basics Using the touch screen Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
Page 23 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an icon or thumbnail, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
Page 24 Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Page 25: Indicator Icons
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed on the status bar provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
Page 26: Notifications And Quick Setting Panels
Basics Icon Meaning Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Notifications and quick setting panels Using the notifications panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar.
Page 27: Adjusting The Brightness
Basics You can use the following functions on the notifications panel. Launch Settings. Activate or deactivate options. Tap and hold options to view View all quick setting buttons. more detailed settings. Launch S Finder. Launch Quick connect. Clear all notifications. Adjust the brightness.
Page 28 Basics Using the quick setting panel A number of quick setting buttons are available on the notifications panel. To view or access more quick setting buttons, open the quick setting panel. When you open the quick setting panel, you can activate or deactivate various features or configure settings. To open the quick setting panel, drag the status bar downwards with two fingers.
Page 29 Basics Download booster: Activate or deactivate the download booster feature. Refer to Using Download booster for details. U. power saving: Activate or deactivate ultra power-saving mode. Refer to Using the power saving feature for details. Multi window: Set the device to use Multi window. Refer to Multi window for details.
Page 30: Home And Apps Screens
Basics Home and Apps screens Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen. The Home screen can have multiple panels.
Page 31 Basics Home screen options Tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together on the Home screen to access the options available on the Home screen.
Page 32 Basics Using My Magazine or scroll right on the Home screen to open My Magazine. My Magazine displays live social network updates and news that you are interested in. Access additional options. To select the content to be displayed, tap Settings, and then select the categories that interest you.
Page 33: Apps Screen
Basics Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including any new apps installed. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Apps screen, refer to Managing the Home and Apps screens for details.
Page 34: Opening Apps
Alternatively, tap Installing or uninstalling apps Samsung Apps Use this app to purchase and download dedicated Samsung apps. Tap Samsung Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
Page 35: Play Store
Basics Play Store Use this app to purchase and download apps and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
Page 36: Entering Text
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Suggested keywords Set options for the Samsung keyboard. Delete a preceding character. Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it twice.
Page 37 Basics Changing the keyboard layout , select a language under INPUT LANGUAGES, and then select a keyboard layout to use. On 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap repeatedly the key corresponding to the character. Using additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use the following functions.
Page 38 Basics : Add an item from the clipboard. : Set options for the keyboard. : Enter emoticons. : Switch to the floating keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another location by dragging Switch to the standard keyboard. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text.
Page 39: Using The Power Saving Feature
Basics Using the power saving feature Power saving mode Save battery power by limiting the device’s functions. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Power saving Power saving mode, and then drag the Power saving mode switch to the right. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap Power saving to activate it.
Page 40 Basics On the Apps screen, tap Settings Power saving Ultra power saving mode, and drag the Ultra power saving mode switch to the right. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap U. power saving to activate it. Access additional options. Launch Messages.
Page 41: Accessing Help Information
Basics Accessing help information To access help information for an app while you are using the app, tap Help. To access help information to learn how to use the device and apps, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Help. Some apps may not support this feature. Ensure that the Wi-Fi or mobile network is connected before using this feature.
Page 42: Personalising
Personalising Switching to easy mode Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on the Home screen. You can access the most popular apps and frequently-used settings, and add shortcuts to your favourite contacts. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Easy mode Easy mode, select apps to apply simpler...
Page 43: Managing Panels
Personalising Moving and removing an item Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. You can also move frequently-used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen.
Page 44 Personalising Managing the Apps screen Changing view mode On the Apps screen, tap View as and select a sorting method. Hiding apps Hide apps that you do not want to see on the Apps screen. On the Apps screen, tap Hide apps, select apps, and then tap Done.
Page 45: Changing The Screen Lock Method
Screen lock, and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
Page 46: Setting Wallpaper
Personalising Fingerprint Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Finger Scanner for details. Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored on the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the locked screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Wallpaper.
Page 47: Setting Up Accounts
Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers. Using Smart Switch Mobile Use this app to transfer contacts from your previous iPhone or Android device to your new device. You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store.
Page 48 Moving contacts using Samsung Kies Import a backup of your contacts from your computer via Samsung Kies to restore contacts on your device. You can also back up contacts to the computer via Samsung Kies. Refer to Connecting with Samsung Kies...
Page 49: Network Connectivity
Network connectivity Connecting to a mobile network Connect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet when a Wi-Fi network is not available. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Data usage, and then tick Mobile data. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap Mobile data to activate it. 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.
Page 50 Network connectivity Adding Wi-Fi networks If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Connect. Activating Wi-Fi Passpoint Wi-Fi Passpoint enables the device to search for and connect to a certified Wi-Fi network.
Page 51: Using Download Booster
Network connectivity Using Download booster Use this feature to download large files faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. Before using this feature, ensure that the mobile data connection and Wi-Fi features are activated. A stronger Wi-Fi signal will provide a faster download speed. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Download booster, and then drag the Download booster switch to the right.
Page 52: Tethering Devices And Using Mobile Hotspots
Network connectivity Tethering devices and using mobile hotspots About tethering and mobile hotspots Use this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers and other devices if an Internet connection is unavailable. Connections can be made via the Wi-Fi feature, USB, or the Bluetooth feature.
Page 53 Network connectivity Using USB tethering Share the device’s mobile data connection with a computer via a USB cable. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Tethering and Mobile hotspot. Connect your device to the computer via the USB cable. Tick USB tethering. appears on the status bar when the two devices are connected.
Page 54: Motions & Usability Features
Motions & usability features Control motions Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Air browse On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Air browse, and then drag the Air browse switch to the right. Scroll through pages or lists by moving your hand over the sensor in the direction you want to scroll.
Page 55: Direct Call
Motions & usability features Direct call On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Direct call, and then drag the Direct call switch to the right. While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
Page 56 Motions & usability features Mute/Pause On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Mute/Pause, and then drag the Mute/Pause switch to the right. Covering screen with hand Cover the screen with a palm to mute incoming calls or alarms, or to pause media playback. Turning device over Turn the device over to mute incoming calls or alarms, or to pause media playback.
Page 57 Motions & usability features Smart pause Playback pauses automatically when you look away from the screen. It resumes when you look at the screen again. Palm swipe to capture On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Palm swipe to capture, and then drag the Palm swipe to capture switch to the right.
Page 58: Air View
Motions & usability features Air view Use this feature to perform various functions while your finger is hovering over the screen. Point at the screen to preview content or view information in a pop-up window. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Air view, and then drag the Air view switch to the right.
Page 59 Motions & usability features Tap at the left side of the screen to open the Multi window tray. Multi window tray handle Tap and hold an app icon to launch from the Multi window tray. Then, drag it to one of the two windows.
Page 60 Motions & usability features Creating a Multi window combination Use this feature to save the combination of the currently-running Multi window apps. Launch two apps in a split screen Multi window. Open the Multi window tray and tap Create. Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.
Page 61 Motions & usability features Using Multi window options When you use Multi window apps, select the app window and a white frame will appear around it. Tap the circle between app windows to access the following options: : Switch locations between Multi window apps.
Page 62 Motions & usability features : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window. Some apps may not support this feature. : Close the app.
Page 63: Toolbox
Motions & usability features Tap and hold an app and drag it to the Multi window tray. Tap Done. Toolbox You can easily launch various apps from the toolbox icon while using other apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Toolbox, and then drag the Toolbox switch to the right.
Page 64: One-Handed Operation
Motions & usability features One-handed operation You can switch to one-handed operation mode to conveniently operate the device with one hand. On the Apps screen, tap Settings One-handed operation, and then drag the One- handed operation switch to the right. To switch to one-handed operation mode, hold the device in one hand.
Page 65: Increasing Touch Screen Sensitivity
Motions & usability features Managing shortcuts to contacts or apps You can manage shortcuts to contacts or apps by opening the side menu. to open the side menu. at the bottom of the side menu. Tap and hold a contact’s image or an app, and then drag it to the side menu. To delete a shortcut to a contact’s image or an app, tap Increasing touch screen sensitivity Use this feature to operate the screen while wearing gloves.
Page 66: Making Calls
Phone Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in Logs, Favourites, and Contacts. View call and message logs.
Page 67 Phone Making calls from call logs or contact lists Tap Logs or Contacts, and then drag a contact or a phone number to the right to make a call. To deactivate the call by dragging an icon to the right feature, tap Settings Contacts, and then deselect Swipe to call or send msg.
Page 68 Phone Number prediction Tap Keypad. When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to make a call. Speed dial numbers Tap Keypad. For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit. To assign a contact to a speed dial number, tap and hold an available speed dial number on the keypad, tap OK, and then select a contact.
Page 69: Receiving Calls
Phone Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If a call notification pop-up window appears while you are using an app, tap Answer in the pop-up window. If the call waiting service is activated, another call can be made. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold.
Page 70: During A Call
Phone During a call During a voice call The following actions are available: : Increase the volume. Add call: Dial a second call. Keypad: Open the keypad. End call: End the current call. Speaker: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, speak into the microphone at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears.
Page 71: During A Video Call
Phone During a video call The following actions are available: Hide me: Hide your image from the other party. Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. Capture image: Capture the other party’s image. Record video: Take a video of the other party’s images. Memo: Create a memo.
Page 72: Contacts
Contacts Adding contacts Moving contacts from other devices You can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Moving contacts from other devices to your device for details. Creating contacts manually On the Apps screen, tap Contacts Contacts. and enter contact information.
Page 73: Managing Contacts
Contacts Place a business card on the flat surface and rotate the device to landscape orientation. Adjust the device to fit the card inside the frames on the screen. The device also reads the contact information from the business card and converts it to a contact entry.
Page 74: Managing Groups
Merge contacts that are saved in the device with your accounts. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts Contacts. Merge accounts Google or Samsung account. Importing and exporting contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services.
Page 75: Searching For Contacts
Contacts Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: Scroll up or down the contacts list. Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.
Page 76: Messages & Email
Messages & email Messages Sending messages Send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options.
Page 77 Messages & email While composing a message, tap to use one of the following options: Quick responses: Select a message template and enter a message. Insert smiley: Enter emoticons. Add subject: Enter a subject. Add slide: Add message slides. Schedule message: Set a specified time and date for a message to be sent. Discard: Cancel composing the message.
Page 78 Messages & email Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s messages. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. While viewing a message, tap to use one of the following options: Video call: Make a video call to the contact.
Page 79: Email
Messages & email Managing messages While viewing the list of messages, tap and use the following options: Select: Select messages to delete or to identify them as spam. Delete: Delete all or selected messages. Draft messages: View messages saved for later delivery. Locked messages: View locked messages.
Page 80 Messages & email Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap Schedule email. Tick Schedule email, set a time and date, and then tap Done. If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.
Page 81: Google Mail
Messages & email Adding contacts to the priority list Set contacts that you communicate with frequently as priority contacts. Priority senders Tap to add priority senders Enter email or Contacts, enter email addresses or select contacts to add, and then tap OK or Done. To add more contacts to the priority list, tap To remove contacts from the priority list, tap and hold a contact, tap Edit list of priority senders, tap...
Page 82 Messages & email Reading messages Tap a message to read. Delete the message. Keep the message for long-term Mark the message as unread. storage. Access additional options. Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to the message. Preview attachment.
Page 83: Camera
Camera Taking photos or videos About taking photos or videos Use this app to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. Refer to Viewing content on the device for details. Camera etiquette Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.
Page 84: Viewing Photos Or Videos
Camera to take a photo or to take a video. To change the focus while taking a video, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap To capture an image from the video while recording, tap Display current Switch between the mode.
Page 85: Using The Hdr (Rich Tone) Effect
Camera Using the HDR (Rich tone) effect Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. On the Apps screen, tap Camera , and then take a photo. Without effect With effect Using selective focus mode Use the out-of-focus effect to blur the background and make your subject stand out.
Page 86 Camera Before using this mode It is recommended that you position subjects between 10-50 cm from the device. Place subjects that you want to focus on close to the device. When taking photos, ensure there is sufficient distance between the subject and the background.
Page 87: Launching Camera On The Locked Screen
Camera Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos of special moments, launch Camera on the locked screen. On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo or to take a video.
Page 88: Using Shot & More Mode
Manage modes: Select the shooting modes to appear on the mode selection screen. Download: Download more shooting modes from Samsung Apps. Using shot & more mode About shot & more mode Use this mode to take a series of photos and modify them by applying various effects using the shooting modes.
Page 89 Camera Best face: Take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image. Tap the white frame on each face and choose the best individual pose for each subject from the poses that appear at the bottom of the screen. Then, merge the images into a single photo.
Page 90: Using Dual Camera Mode
Camera to save. To get the best shot, follow these tips. The device may not take photos properly in other shooting conditions. Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos. Take photos of a subject that is moving in one direction. Take photos with backgrounds that are free of moving objects.
Page 91: Using Virtual Tour Mode
Camera Using virtual tour mode About virtual tour mode Use this shooting mode to take photos in a space by moving forwards, or rotating left or right. Photos of the space are taken from different angles. You can view the photos in a slideshow and simulate actually moving through the space.
Page 92: Viewing Photos
Camera Move with the device slowly in the direction of the arrow. When the dot is in the centre of the large circle, the device starts taking photos. Repeat this action to take more photos. To see a preview of the photo, tap at the bottom left of the screen. The direction where images were taken is displayed on each preview thumbnail.
Page 93: Applying Filter Effects
Camera Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Effects, and then select an effect to apply. To download more effects, tap Download. To change the order of effects or hide effects from the list, tap Manage effects. Using the zoom feature Zoom in and out the screen when taking photos or videos.
Page 94: Using Remote Viewfinder Mode
Camera Using remote viewfinder mode Use your device as a viewfinder for another device. You can control the other device remotely to take photos or videos from a distance. Your device displays the same image that is displayed on the connected device. Tap Camera on the Apps screen.
Page 95: Changing Camera Settings
Camera Changing Camera settings Reorganising camera shortcuts On the Apps screen, tap Camera Tap and hold an item and drag it to a slot at the left of the screen. You can reorganise camera shortcuts for fast and easy access on the preview screen. Configuring settings On the Apps screen, tap Camera .
Page 96 Camera Face detection: Set the device to recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of them. ISO: 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.
Page 97 Camera Storage location: Select the memory location for storage. Review pics/videos: Set the device to show photos or videos after taking them. Remote viewfinder: Set the device to use as a viewfinder and control the other device to take photos or videos. White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.
Page 98: Gallery
Gallery Viewing content on the device Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Search for images or videos. Launch Camera. Sort images or videos by time, Access additional options. album, and more. Images and videos Select an image. Selecting multiple images: When you tap and hold an image, appears on the image.
Page 99 You can view content stored on other devices if the devices are registered with Samsung Link. Sign in to your Samsung account to view a list of other devices that have content available to view. Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
Page 100: Modifying Content On The Device
Gallery Modifying content on the device Using studio mode While viewing images or videos, you can use the editing features in studio mode to edit the content. On the Apps screen, tap Gallery Studio. Photo studio: Edit images by applying various effects. Collage studio: Combine several images together to create a collage.
Page 101 Gallery Tap Done Select a save option and tap OK. The edited photo is saved in the Studio folder. To open the folder, tap Gallery Album Studio. Editing videos Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Studio Video clip studio. Select videos to edit and tap Done. You can also select images to create a video.
Page 102: Accessing Additional Options
Gallery Select a save option and tap Done. The edited video is saved in the Studio folder. To open the folder, tap Gallery Album Studio. Accessing additional options Use additional options, such as sorting content, viewing slideshows, and more. On the Apps screen, tap Gallery , and then use the following options: Select: Select images or videos.
Page 103: Using Tag Buddy
Gallery Tap the face and tap Add name. Select or add a contact to the tag. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
Page 104: Internet & Sns
Internet & SNS Internet Browsing webpages Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. To change the search engine, tap the search engine icon next to the web address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To search the web by voice, tap . To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
Page 105: Chrome
Internet & SNS Managing favourite webpages You can set frequently-used webpages as favourite pages and then access them quickly. Tap Internet on the Apps screen. to view the quick access list. To add a webpage to the quick access list while viewing a webpage, tap Add to Quick access.
Page 106: Hangouts
Internet & SNS Hangouts Use this app to chat and socialise with your friends individually or in groups. Tap Hangouts on the Apps screen. This app 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 107: S Health
S Health About S Health Use this app to set your calorie intake and calorie burning levels based on your physical statistics. You can use it to record the actual calories you eat and burn. Also, the app recommends exercises and provides health tips to help you maintain a balanced-lifestyle. Tap S Health on the Apps screen.
Page 108: Starting S Health
Read the on-screen information about the app and tap Next Next. Tap Sign in, enter your Samsung account and password, and then tap Sign in. Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Next. Customise auto backup settings and tap Next.
Page 109: Customising The S Health Main Screen
S Health Customising the S Health main screen View a summary that shows your current step count and the calories you have burnt or eaten. You can also reorganise shortcuts for easy access to S Health menus and change the background image on the S Health main screen.
Page 110: Using S Health Menus
S Health Using S Health menus to access various menus. My profile Access the S Health main screen. Select to use menus. Pedometer: Measure your step count and check burnt calories. Refer to Measuring steps taken for details. Exercise: Record exercise duration and check burnt calories. Refer to Recording exercise information for details.
Page 111: Measuring Steps Taken
S Health Measuring steps taken The device counts the number of steps you have taken and measures the distance travelled. It also measures the calories you have burnt using a sensor. Pedometer. Tap Start and start walking. The device measures your step count, distance travelled, and burnt calories, and displays them in real-time.
Page 112 S Health Tap and use the following functions: Daily step goal: Change the target number of steps. Reset daily data: Reset the daily step count. Device data to view: Select a device to view information recorded by the pedometer. Share via: Send the current page to others. Settings: Configure settings for S Health.
Page 113: Recording Exercise Information
S Health Resetting the daily step records The device accumulates each day’s step records. To reset the daily step count, tap Reset daily data Recording exercise information Record your exercise information and burnt calories using S Health’s exercise feature. You can view your exercise and burnt calorie records in a graph and share the data with others.
Page 114 S Health Start exercising and use the various features on the screen. to lock the screen and display exercise information only. To unlock the screen, tap and hold . Take a photo of the exercise View a map of places you have location.
Page 115 S Health Tap and use the following functions: Set maximum heart rate: Set the device to automatically update your maximum heart rate based on your profile and previous heart rate measurements. Or, set your heart rate to be manually updated and enter it yourself. Reset daily data: Reset the daily exercise data.
Page 116 S Health Wear the heart rate monitor. On the Exercise main screen, tap Scan. Select your heart rate monitor from the detected devices list. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your heart rate monitor to your device.
Page 117 S Health When connection is made, tap Running on the Exercise main screen. View the connection status. Tap Set workout goal Training effect goal. Tap Auto in the pop-up window to automatically set the maximum heart rate. The maximum heart rate is the fastest heart rate an individual can achieve through exercise.
Page 118 S Health Set the exercise intensity and tap Next. Set the training intensity at one of the three available levels. Set the exercise duration and tap Done. If you set the exercise duration shorter than the recommended duration, the exercise intensity will increase to achieve the TE.
Page 119 S Health Viewing a log of burnt calories Compare your burnt calorie records for a period by viewing them in a graph. On the Exercise main screen, tap View the logs of your daily exercise. Access the S Health menu screen.
Page 120: Recording Food Intake
S Health Recording food intake Record your daily food intake and manage your calorie consumption. Food. next to the meal. Enter the meal time information and tap Done. To search for a food, tap Search and select it from the search results. To select from a food list sorted into categories, tap Category.
Page 121 S Health Tap and use the following functions: Daily calorie goal: Change your daily calorie intake goal. My food: Enter the frequently-eaten foods. Reset daily data: Reset the daily calorie intake data. Share via: Send the current page to others. Settings: Configure settings for S Health.
Page 122: Managing Weight
S Health Entering information about frequently-eaten food Save information about food that you eat frequently. You can quickly update your calorie intake by adding saved food information instead of entering the information each time you eat it. My food. Tap Add food item, enter the food name and its calorie information, and then tap Save. Enter the amount that you eat and tap OK.
Page 123 S Health Enter your weight and tap Save. Whenever you change your weight, the device applies it to your profile. View and manage accessory device connections. View the logs of your daily weight. Access additional options. Move to a specific date to view weight records.
Page 124: Using The Additional Menus
S Health Viewing your recorded weight in a graph Compare your weight records for a period by viewing them in a graph. on the Weight main screen. View the logs of your daily weight. Access the S Health menu View and manage accessory screen.
Page 125: Configuring Settings For S Health
Settings, and then select one of the following: Profile: Edit your physical statistics. Accounts: Sign in to your Samsung account to manage S Health data online. Password: Set a PIN to lock or unlock S Health. Unit settings: Set unit options.
Page 126 The personal information collected by S Health may be stored on the device for informative purposes only. Samsung does not receive, store, nor transmit your personal information. (But if you sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes.
Page 127: Voice Features
Voice features S Voice About S Voice Use this app to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap S Voice on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. To deactivate the access by pressing the Home button, tap Settings, and then deselect Open via the home key.
Page 128 Voice features Tips for better voice recognition: Speak clearly. Speak in quiet places. Do not use offensive or slang words. Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak. Waking up S Voice in standby mode If S Voice is not used for a certain period, it automatically switches to standby mode.
Page 129: Voice Recorder
Voice features Voice Recorder Recording voice memos Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. Tap to pause recording. To cancel recording, tap . Tap to finish recording. While recording a voice memo, tap to insert a bookmark.
Page 130: Playing Voice Memos
Voice features Saving files with contextual tags Add contextual tags, such as locations and dates, to filenames when saving voice memos. Settings, and then tick Contextual filename. The device adds the recording date to a filename. To add the location where a voice memo is recorded, tap Settings, and then tick Location tags.
Page 131: Voice Search
Voice features Managing voice memos On the Apps screen, tap Voice Recorder to search for voice memos. to delete voice memos. Tap and select one of the following: Select: Select voice memos to share or delete. Sort by: Sort memos by date, title, or category. Filter by category: View memos filtered by a category.
Page 132: Car Mode
Voice features Car mode About car mode Use this mode to control the device while you are driving. You can listen to messages and music by using voice commands and without touching the device. Open the quick setting panel and tap Car mode to activate it. Do not look at the screen or perform functions with your hands while driving.
Page 133 Voice features Starting car mode When running this app for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Open the quick setting panel and tap Car mode to activate it. If an S-Voice pop-up window appears, read the disclaimer, tap Open S Voice, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 134 Voice features Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the device and the vehicle. If the vehicle cannot detect your device, tap Search from mobile device to search for the vehicle on your device. Before registering your vehicle, start the vehicle and turn on the radio. While you are registering a vehicle to the device, place the device near the vehicle.
Page 135 Voice features Using car mode menus Open the quick setting panel and tap Car mode to activate it. When the car mode main screen appears, say “Hi, Galaxy, ” or tap the upper part of the screen, and say a voice command. Alternatively, you can use menus on the screen by tapping them. If car mode is running in the background, you can use a voice command to wake up car mode.
Page 136: Sending Messages
Voice features Making calls Open the quick setting panel and tap Car mode to activate it. Making a call using voice commands On the car mode main screen, say “Hi Galaxy” or tap the upper part of the screen. Say a voice command including a name for a contact. An example voice command is: “Call Charlie mobile”...
Page 137 Voice features Sending a message by entering text On the car mode main screen, tap Messages. Say a contact’s name or select a contact from the suggested contacts at the bottom of the screen. To search for a contact, tap and enter the contact’s name.
Page 138: Listening To Music
Voice features Navigating to a destination Select a location precisely by tapping and holding your finger on the map. Or, use a voice command to navigate to a destination. On the car mode main screen, say “Hi Galaxy” or tap the upper part of the screen. Say “Navigation”...
Page 139: Configuring Settings
Voice features Configuring settings Open the quick setting panel and tap Car mode to activate it. Settings, and then change the following settings: Language: Select a language for the text-to-speech feature. Register Car: – Auto Open via Bluetooth: Set the device to activate car mode when the device and a vehicle are connected with Bluetooth.
Page 140: Music
Multimedia Music Playing music Tap Music on the Apps screen. Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Search for other devices to play Access additional options. the file. Adjust the volume. Set the file as your favourite song.
Page 141: Creating Playlists
Multimedia To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Settings, and then tick 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 142 Accessing music on a registered device Tap Devices and select a device in REGISTERED DEVICES to access and play music. You can play the song on the devices that are registered to Samsung link. Visit link.samsung.com more information. Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
Page 143: Video
Multimedia Video Playing videos Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Search for other Adjust the volume. devices to play the file. Access additional options. Move forwards or Pause and resume backwards by playback. dragging the bar. Change screen ratio.
Page 144 Accessing a video on a registered device Tap Devices and select a device in REGISTERED DEVICES to access and play the video. You can play the video on the devices that are registered to Samsung link. Visit link.samsung.com for more information. Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
Page 145: Youtube
Multimedia Accessing a video on a nearby device Tap Devices and select a device in NEARBY DEVICES to access and play the video. You can play the video on devices that have the content sharing feature activated. To activate the content sharing feature, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Nearby devices, and then drag the Nearby devices switch to the right.
Page 146: Flipboard
Multimedia Flipboard Use this app to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To start your Flipboard, flick up on the greeting page, select news topics, and then tap Build Your Flipboard.
Page 147: Play Books
Multimedia Play Books Use this application to read and download book files. Tap Play Books on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Movies & TV Use this application to stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Movies &...
Page 148: Play Music
Multimedia Play Music Use this app to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Newsstand Use this app to read the latest news articles.
Page 149: Security
Security Finger Scanner For better fingerprint recognition When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance: The Home button contains a fingerprint recognition sensor. Ensure that the Home button is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces.
Page 150 Security Registering fingerprints On the Apps screen, tap Settings Finger Scanner Fingerprint manager. If you are registering more fingerprints, a fingerprint recognition pop-up window appears. Scan a registered fingerprint on the device and tap Place your finger on the fingerprint area at the bottom centre of the screen. Tap and hold the screen in the fingerprint area, and then drag your finger downwards over the Home button.
Page 151 Security Managing registered fingerprints You can delete or rename your registered fingerprints. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Finger Scanner Fingerprint manager. To delete fingerprints, tap Deregister, select fingerprints, and then tap Done. To rename a fingerprint, tap Select, select a fingerprint, tap , and then enter a new name, and then tap OK.
Page 152 Security Verifying the Samsung account password Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Samsung Apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Finger Scanner Verify Samsung account, and then drag the Verify Samsung account switch to the right.
Page 153: Private Mode
Security Private mode About private mode Use this mode to prevent others from using or accessing specific content, such as images and documents, stored on the device. You can save content to a specific location and deactivate private mode to hide items securely. Hiding content On the Apps screen, tap Settings Private mode, and then drag the Private mode...
Page 154 Security Viewing hidden content You can only view hidden items when private mode is activated. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Private mode, and then drag the Private mode switch to the right. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and deactivate Private mode.
Page 155: Safety
Safety Emergency mode About emergency mode Use this mode to extend the device’s standby time when you are in an emergency situation. When this mode is activated, the screen’s brightness decreases and battery consumption is reduced by restricting some features. You can also turn on the flash, sound alarms, and send your location information to others in a message.
Page 156 Safety Access additional options. Turn on the flash. Sound alarms. Send your current location Launch Phone. information in a message. Launch Internet. Add more apps to use. Remaining battery power and estimated battery standby time Make an emergency call. The estimated maximum standby time shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out if the device is not used.
Page 157: Sending Help Messages
Safety Sending help messages About sending help messages You can preset contacts to send a message to in an emergency. Send messages to your primary contacts by quickly pressing the Power button three times. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Safety assistance.
Page 158: Severe Weather Notification (Geo News)
To view information about severe weather conditions and the regions and languages that the information is available in, visit www.samsung.com/geonews. You may incur additional charges if you receive notifications from a weather forecasting service while you are roaming.
Page 159 Safety Watch notifications Notifications for less severe weather conditions appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The information provided is displayed in the Geo News widget. Using the geo news widget You can view your current location and information about disasters in your region in the Geo News widget.
Page 160: Utilities
Utilities S Finder Use this app to search for content on the device and via the Internet. You can apply various filters and view the search history. Open the notifications panel and tap S Finder. Searching for content Tap the search field and enter a keyword, or tap and say a keyword.
Page 161: S Planner
Utilities S Planner Starting S Planner Use this app to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. Change view mode. Access additional options. Go to today's date. Create events or tasks. Tap and use the following: Go to: Move to a specific date.
Page 162 Utilities Creating events or tasks Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. . Alternatively, select a date with no events or tasks in it and tap the date again. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Select either event or task and enter details.
Page 163 Utilities Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap Sync. To add accounts to sync with, tap Calendars Add account. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, a green circle is displayed next to the account name.
Page 164: Calculator
Utilities Calculator Use this app for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Apps 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 165: World Clock
Utilities Deleting alarms Delete, select alarms, and then tap Done. World clock On the Apps screen, tap Clock World clock. Creating clocks and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap Deleting clocks Delete, select clocks, and then tap Done.
Page 166: Drive
Utilities Drive Use this app to access files stored in your Google Drive storage service. You can store all your files in one place, access them from anywhere, and share them with others. Tap Drive on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Dropbox Use this app to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage.
Page 167: Google
Utilities Use the following functions: : Upload or open files. Tap Upload here to upload files. : View the uploaded photos or videos. Tap to share or delete files, or create albums. : Open files in the favourites list. : View notifications. Google Use this app to search the Internet.
Page 168: Kids Mode
Utilities Kids Mode Use this widget to provide a fun and safe environment for children by restricting children’s access to certain apps or content. Before you use this widget, you need to download and install it. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Widget, tap and hold the Kids Modes widget, drag it to the Home screen, and then tap Kids Mode Install.
Page 169 Utilities Use this app to download apps for kids from Samsung Apps. Use this app to view saved images, drawings, voice recordings, and media files that you allow your child to access. Use this app to play video files. Before you use this app, add videos that are saved on the device to the app.
Page 170 Utilities Kids mode play area Scroll right on the Home screen to open kids mode play area. You can interact with characters, background objects, and more. Parental control Use this feature to set restrictions for kids mode to control access to content and apps. You can change kids mode settings, usage time limits, and more.
Page 171: Magnifier
Media: Allow your children to access certain images and videos saved on the device. General: Configure kids mode settings. Kids Store: Download apps for kids from Samsung Apps. Magnifier Use this widget to magnify text or objects with the rear camera.
Page 172: Maps
Utilities Maps Use this app to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Apps screen. This app 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 173: My Files
Utilities Composing memos on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: : Create or set a category. : Insert images. : Make a voice recording to insert. To save the memo, tap Save. To edit a memo, tap a memo, and then tap the content of the memo.
Page 174: Viewing Files
Utilities Viewing files Tap My Files on the Apps screen. Select a folder to open it. To go up a level in the directory, tap . To return to the My Files main screen, tap Select a folder, tap , and then use one of the following options: Select: Select files or folders.
Page 175: Torch
Utilities Viewing storage information Tap My Files on the Apps screen. to view memory information for your device and memory card. Adding FTP server shortcuts to the device Add an FTP server shortcut to the shortcuts area. Tap My Files on the Apps screen. Add FTP server, enter details such as server address, user name, and password, and then tap Done.
Page 176: Connecting With Other Devices
Connecting with other devices About NFC 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 apps. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna.
Page 177 Connecting with other devices Using the NFC feature Use the NFC feature to send images or contacts to other devices, and read product information from NFC tags. If you insert a SIM or USIM card that has a payment feature, you can use the device to make payments conveniently.
Page 178: Bluetooth
Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.
Page 179: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices
Connecting with other devices Before using this feature Ensure that the Bluetooth feature is activated on your device and the devices you want to connect to. Ensure that both devices are set as visible to other Bluetooth devices. Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings Bluetooth, drag the Bluetooth switch to the right, and then tap Scan.
Page 180 Connecting with other devices Bluetooth, and then select a device to pair with. If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option. Or, set your device as visible to other devices. Accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device.
Page 181: Beam
When Touch to beam. appears on the screen, tap your device’s screen to send the file. 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 182: Quick Connect
Connecting with other devices Quick connect About 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 183: Connecting To A Tv
Connect the device to a TV and control the TV by using the device as a remote control. Before using this feature Ensure that the TV is turned on. Ensure that the TV is registered to the WatchON feature. Install the WatchON app on the device. You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store.
Page 184 Before using this feature Search for or join a created session or create a new session. Install the Group Play app on both devices. You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store. Open the notifications panel and tap Quick connect.
Page 185 Before using this feature Ensure that all devices using this feature are connected to the same network. Ensure that all computers that the device will connect to are registered with the Samsung Link app. Install the Samsung Link app on both devices. You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store.
Page 186: Smart Remote
Connecting with other devices Smart Remote About Smart Remote Use this app to connect to a TV and use the device as a remote control. You can search for and select TV programmes and control channels with your device. Tap Smart Remote on the Apps screen. Before using this app Ensure that you connect the device to a network.
Page 187 Connecting with other devices Using the device as a remote control You can turn the TV on or off, browse channels, or adjust the volume level on the TV using the device as a remote control. On the device, tap Continue.
Page 188 Connecting with other devices Watching TV using the device Select a TV programme from the list of available programmes to watch on the connected TV. TV shows, Movies, or Sports and scroll left or right to select a category. Select a TV programme and tap Watch now. The selected programme will be shown on the connected TV.
Page 189: Screen Mirroring
Connecting with other devices Screen Mirroring About Screen Mirroring Use this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share your contents. You can also use this feature with other devices that support the Wi-Fi Miracast feature.
Page 190 Connecting with other devices Before using this feature Ensure that the screen mirroring-enabled device is connected to the TV using an HDMI cable. Ensure that the TV is turned on. Viewing content on a TV Before you connect a TV to your device, connect the TV and the screen mirroring-enabled device.
Page 191: Using The Mobile Printing Feature
Connecting with other devices Using the mobile printing feature Connect the device to a printer to print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Before using this feature Ensure that the Wi-Fi feature or Wi-Fi Direct is activated on your device and the printer. Connecting to a printer On the Apps screen, tap Settings Printing, select a printer type, and then drag the switch...
Page 192: Device & Data Manager
Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade. Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is upgrading.
Page 193: Transferring Files Between The Device And A Computer
Device & data manager Transferring files between the device and a computer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
Page 194: Backing Up And Restoring Data
Device & data manager Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer app that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
Page 195: Performing A Data Reset
On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts Add account Samsung account, and then sign into your Samsung account. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. Tap Cloud Backup, tick the items to back up, and then tap Back up now Back up.
Page 196: Settings
Settings About Settings Use this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap QUICK SETTINGS View the list of your favourite settings options. To edit the list of favourite settings options, tap Edit quick settings, select a settings option, and then tap Done.
Page 197 Settings To use options, tap . Scan: Search for available networks. Wi-Fi Direct: Activate Wi-Fi Direct and connect devices directly via Wi-Fi to share files. Advanced: Customise Wi-Fi settings. WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button. WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.
Page 198: Download Booster
Settings Download booster Set the device to download files via both Wi-Fi and mobile networks at the same time. On the Settings screen, tap Download booster, and then drag the Download booster switch to the right. You may incur additional charges when downloading files via the mobile network. Do not show speed info: Set the device not to display the data transfer speed in a pop- up window while using download booster mode.
Page 199: Flight Mode
Settings USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer. Bluetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.
Page 200: More Networks
Settings Location Change settings for location information permissions. On the Settings screen, tap Location, and then drag the Location switch to the right. Mode: Select a method to collect your location data. RECENT LOCATION REQUESTS: View which apps request your current location information and their battery usage.
Page 201: Connect And Share
Settings CONNECT AND SHARE Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information. On the Settings screen, tap NFC, and then drag the NFC switch to the right. Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled devices.
Page 202: Sound And Display
Sound when tapped: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. Vibrate when tapped: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS: Change the notification settings for each app. Music effects: Select a sound effect to apply when you adjust to music.
Page 203 Settings Display Change the settings for the display. On the Settings screen, tap Display. Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. Font: – Font style: Change the font type for display text. – Font size: Change the font size. Screen rotation: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned. –...
Page 204: Lock Screen
Settings LED indicator: – Charging: Set the device to turn on the notification light while you are charging the battery. – Low battery: Set the device to turn on the notification light when the battery is low. – Notifications: Set the device to turn on the notification light when you have missed calls, messages, or notifications.
Page 205: Notification Panel
Settings Clock size: Change the size of the clock. Show date: Set the device to show the date with the clock. Camera shortcut: Set the device to show the camera shortcut on the locked screen. Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock. Unlock effect: Select an effect that you see when you unlock the screen.
Page 206: Personalisation
Settings Toolbox Set the device to use the toolbox. On the Settings screen, tap Toolbox, and then drag the Toolbox switch to the right. APPLICATIONS: View the apps list to display in the toolbox. Edit: Select the apps to display in the toolbox. One-handed operation Activate one-handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand.
Page 207: Blocking Mode
Auto disable: Set the device to deactivate private mode when the screen is turned off. Finger Scanner Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. On the Settings screen, tap Finger Scanner.
Page 208: Motion
Settings MOTION Motions and gestures Activate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. On the Settings screen, tap Motions and gestures. Air browse: Move your hand to the left or right across the sensor to browse images, webpages, or songs.
Page 209: User And Backup
Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. On the Settings screen, tap Accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. On the Settings screen, tap Cloud. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data.
Page 210: 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. English(UK): Select a default keyboard layout. Select input languages: Select languages for text input.
Page 211: Google Voice Typing
Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap Choose input languages: Select languages for text input.
Page 212: Date And Time
Settings Text-to-speech options PREFERRED TTS ENGINE: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. Default language status: View the status of the default language for the text-to-speech feature.
Page 213: Safety Assistance
Settings Safety assistance Activate emergency mode and set primary contacts and messages. Refer to Emergency mode for details. On the Settings screen, tap Safety assistance. Emergency mode: Set the device to activate emergency mode and reduce battery consumption by using basic functions, such as calling. Geo News: Set the device to receive notifications for severe weather conditions.
Page 214: Power Saving
Settings Power saving Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. Refer to Using the power saving feature for details. On the Settings screen, tap Power saving. Power saving mode: Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power- saving mode.
Page 215 Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – ACCOUNT REGISTRATION: Add or view your Samsung account.
Page 216: About Device
Verify apps: Set the device to allow Google to check the apps for harmful behaviour before installing them. Security policy updates: Set the device to check and download security updates. Send security reports: Set the device to send the updated security reports to Samsung automatically. Storage type: Set a storage type for credential files.
Page 217: Applications
Settings APPLICATIONS Application manager View and manage the apps on your device. On the Settings screen, tap Application manager. Default applications Select a default setting for using apps. On the Settings screen, tap Default applications. Home: Select a default Home screen mode. Messages: Select a default app to use for messaging.
Page 218 Settings Call-related pop-ups: – Call notification pop-ups: Set the device to display a pop-up window when you receive an incoming call while using apps. – In-call status pop-ups: Set the device to display a pop-up window that shows the status of a call while using apps. Show caller information: Set the device to display the caller’s recent social networking activity when a call comes in.
Page 219 Settings More settings: – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – Auto area code: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number.
Page 220 Settings Contacts Change settings for using contacts. On the Settings screen, tap Contacts. Import/export: Import or export contacts. Contacts to display: Select which contacts to display. Swipe to call or send msg: Set the device to make a call or send a message when you drag a contact to the left or right in the contacts list.
Page 221 Internet Change settings for using Internet. On the Settings screen, tap Internet. Account: Sign in to a Samsung account. Set homepage: Set a default home page. Autofill forms: Set the device to automatically enter user information, such as names or phone numbers when you fill out forms on webpages.
Page 222 Settings Messages Change settings for using messages. On the Settings screen, tap Messages. Default messaging app: Select the default app to use for messaging. Display: Change settings for the messaging window, such as the font size, background colour, and more. Quick responses: Add or edit the message template.
Page 223 Settings S Planner Change settings for using S Planner. On the Settings screen, tap S Planner. First day of week: Select the first day of a week. Show week numbers: Set the device to display the number of weeks in a year. Hide declined events: Set the device to hide events if you have declined invitations to them.
Page 224: Google Settings
Settings Show body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message. Check missed events: Set the device to check missed calls, messages, or events when S Voice is launched by pressing the headset button. Personal briefing: Set the device to display events saved in S Planner while you use S Voice.
Page 225: Accessibility
Accessibility Accessibility Accessibility menus are special features for those with certain physical disabilities, such as poor eyesight or hearing impairment. You can use the following features: TalkBack Changing the font size Magnifying the screen Notification reminders Reversing the display colours Colour adjustment Turning off all sounds Flash notification...
Page 226: Using The Home Button To Open Accessibility Menus
Accessibility Using the Home button to open accessibility menus You can access the following accessibility menus by pressing the Home button three times quickly. Accessibility TalkBack Negative colours Interaction control On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Direct access, and then drag the Direct access switch to the right.
Page 227: Talkback
Accessibility TalkBack Activating or deactivating TalkBack When you activate TalkBack, the device reads aloud the text on the screen or selected features. This feature is useful if you cannot see or have difficulty viewing the screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision TalkBack.
Page 228 Accessibility Controlling the screen with finger gestures You can use various finger gestures to control the screen while you are using TalkBack. If Explore by touch is deactivated, the device cannot perform some of the features that require finger gestures. To activate Explore by touch, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision...
Page 229 Accessibility Configuring finger gesture settings When you use TalkBack, you can perform actions using finger gestures. You can perform actions such as, returning to the previous screen, opening the Home screen, and more. Configure finger gestures before using them. Configuring settings for vertical gestures You can use two-part vertical gestures by dragging your finger upwards and downwards from the bottom of the screen, or vice versa.
Page 230 Accessibility Configuring settings for shortcut gestures Use this feature to configure eight shortcut gestures. You can configure gestures such as, dragging your finger upwards and then to the right without releasing it, and more. You can change shortcut gestures or assign features to empty shortcuts. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision...
Page 231 Accessibility Changing reading units When you use TalkBack, you can listen to the text on the screen. You can drag your finger up, down, left, or right to select the text you want. By default, the device reads text aloud in the selected area.
Page 232 Accessibility Pausing TalkBack Open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it. When you select Pause feedback at the top left of the screen, TalkBack pauses. When TalkBack is paused, you can resume it by turning on the screen or other methods. To change the method for resuming TalkBack, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision...
Page 233 Accessibility Configuring settings for TalkBack Configure settings for TalkBack for your convenience. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision TalkBack Settings. Alternatively, open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it. Then, drag your finger to the top right of the screen and release it when you hear TalkBack Settings.
Page 234 Accessibility Focus speech audio: Set the device to turn the media volume down when the device reads an item aloud. Sound volume: Adjust the volume that sound is played when you touch the screen to control it. This feature is available when Sound feedback is selected. Explore by touch: Set the device to read aloud the items under your finger.
Page 235 Vision Text-to-speech options, and then use the following functions: Samsung text-to-speech engine / Google Text-to-speech engine: Select an engine for the text-to-speech feature. Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. If the device cannot read...
Page 236: Entering Text Using The Keyboard
Changing keyboard input language To add input languages, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Language and input. Then, tap next to Samsung keyboard Select input languages, and then select languages. To change the keyboard input language while entering text, tap and hold , and then select a language.
Page 237: Changing The Font Size
Accessibility Drag your finger up, down, left, or right to listen to the text. When the text you want to edit is read aloud, use the following actions: Deleting text: Tap the delete button on the keyboard. Selecting text using selection mode: Activate selection mode to select and listen to the text.
Page 238: Magnifying The Screen
Accessibility Magnifying the screen Use this feature to magnify the screen and to zoom in on a specific area. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision Magnification gestures, and then drag the Magnification gestures switch to the right. Zooming in and out: Tap the screen three times quickly to zoom in on a specific area. Tap the screen three times quickly again to return.
Page 239: Reversing The Display Colours
Accessibility Reversing the display colours Use this feature to improve screen visibility and to help users recognise text on the screen more easily. When this feature is activated, the device displays a negative image that reverses the colours on the screen. Reversing the colours increases the contrast between black and white.
Page 240: Setting Flash Notification
Customising caption settings Samsung caption On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Hearing Samsung subtitles (CC), and then drag the Subtitles (CC) switch to the right. Use the following options: Alignment: Change the position of the caption. Font: Change the font type.
Page 241: Adjusting The Sound Balance
Accessibility Google caption On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Hearing Google subtitles (CC), and then drag the Google subtitles (CC) switch to the right. Use the following options: Language: Select a display language for the caption. Text size: Change the font size. Caption style: Change the caption style.
Page 242: Using Auto Haptic
Accessibility Using auto haptic Set the device to vibrate when playing sounds in downloaded apps, such as games. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Hearing, and then tick Auto haptic. Some apps may not support this feature. Using the assistive menus Displaying the assistive shortcut icon Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon.
Page 243 Accessibility Using the cursor On the assistive menu, tap Cursor. A cursor and a touch area where the cursor can be controlled are displayed on the screen. You can control the screen using small finger movements on the touch area. Drag your finger on the touch area to move the cursor. Also, tap the screen to select items under the cursor.
Page 244: Turning On The Screen With The Air Gesture Feature
Accessibility Turning on the screen with the air gesture feature Use the air gesture feature to turn on the screen by moving your hand above the sensor at the top of the device. You can turn on the screen without pressing a button. When you use this feature, place the device on a flat surface or hold the device securely to prevent it from moving.
Page 245: Setting Tap And Hold Delay Options
Accessibility Setting tap and hold delay options Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Dexterity and interaction Tap and hold delay, and then select an option. Using interaction control mode Activate interaction control mode to restrict the device’s reaction to inputs while using apps.
Page 246: Answering Or Ending Calls
Accessibility Answering or ending calls Set the method for answering or ending calls. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Answering and ending calls. Use the following options: Pressing the home key: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button. Using voice commands: Set the device to answer a call with voice commands.
Page 247 Accessibility Importing an accessibility settings file Import an accessibility settings file and update the current settings. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Manage accessibility Import/ Export, and then select an import option. Select a file to import and tap Done OK.
Page 248: Using Other Useful Features
Control motions for details. Using the finger scanner: Register your fingerprints to the device to unlock the screen or verify the Samsung account password. Refer to Finger Scanner for details. Using car mode: Control the device to perform various functions by voice commands while driving.
Page 249: 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: Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.
Page 250 Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
Page 251 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) Ensure that the charger is connected properly. If the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
Page 252 Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques you use.
Page 253 If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. Ensure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer. Your device cannot find your current location GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors.
Page 254 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.
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Samsung SM-G901F User Manual

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Getting Started

Basics

Personalising

Network Connectivity

Motions & Usability Features

Phone

Contacts

Messages & Email

Camera

Gallery

Internet & SNS

S Health

Voice Features

Multimedia

Security

Safety

Utilities

Connecting with Other Devices

Device & Data Manager

Settings

Accessibility

Troubleshooting

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