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Table of Contents Read me first Network connectivity Mobile data Wi-Fi Getting started Tethering and Mobile hotspot Package contents Device layout Motions & usability features Using the SIM or USIM card and battery Motions and gestures Using a memory card Multi window Turning the device on and off One-handed operation...
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Table of Contents Phone Useful apps and features Making calls S Finder Receiving calls S Planner Options during calls S Voice Internet Music Contacts Video Clock Adding contacts Calculator Importing and exporting contacts Memo Searching for contacts Voice Recorder Dropbox Messages &...
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Table of Contents Device & data manager 111 Upgrading the device 112 Transferring files between the device and a computer 113 Backing up and restoring data 113 Performing a data reset Settings 114 About Settings 114 QUICK SETTINGS 114 CONNECTIONS 119 DEVICE 123 PERSONALISATION 126 SYSTEM...
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• D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.
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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...
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• 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. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
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Getting started Device layout Microphone Proximity/Light sensor Earpiece Front camera Power button Touch screen SIM card / Memory card tray (dual SIM models) Memory card tray (single SIM models) SIM card tray Home button Recent apps button Back button Microphone Headset jack Multipurpose jack GPS antenna...
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• 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.
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Getting started Using the SIM or USIM card and battery Installing the SIM or USIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. • O nly nano-SIM cards work with the device. • S ome LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For more information about service availability, contact your service provider.
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Getting started Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot. ► Dual SIM models: ► Single SIM models:...
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► Single SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold- coloured contacts facing downwards. 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.
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Getting started Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot. ► Dual SIM models: ► Single SIM models:...
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Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray. Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot. Remove the SIM or USIM card. ►...
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Getting started Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → SIM card manager. Tap one or both of the switches for the SIM or USIM cards to activate them.
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Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the battery 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.
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• 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.
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Getting started Using a memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • S ome 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.
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Getting started Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot. ► Dual SIM models: ► Single SIM models:...
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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 can damage 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.
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