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Draft 6.1
2014-04-20
Only for Approval
User manual
SM-C115M
This device is capable of operating in Wi-Fi mode in the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The FCC requires that devices operating
within 5.15-5.25 GHz may only be used indoors, not outside, in order to avoid interference with MobileSatellite Services
(MSS). Therefore, do not use this device outside as a Wi-Fi hotspot or in Wi-Fi Direct mode outside when using the 5.15-
5.25 GHz frequencies.

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  • Page 1 Only for Approval User manual SM-C115M This device is capable of operating in Wi-Fi mode in the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The FCC requires that devices operating within 5.15-5.25 GHz may only be used indoors, not outside, in order to avoid interference with MobileSatellite Services (MSS).

  • 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 Motions & usability features Studio Control motions 106 Using Photo studio Toolbox 107 Using Collage studio Increasing touch screen sensitivity 108 Using Shot & more 109 Using Video clip studio 110 Using Video trimmer Contacts Adding contacts Internet &...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Safety Device & data manager 128 Emergency mode 158 Upgrading the device 130 Sending help messages 159 Transferring files between the device and a computer 131 Severe weather notification (Geo News) 160 Backing up and restoring data 161 Performing a data reset Utilities Settings...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 205 Adjusting the sound balance 205 Using mono audio 205 Using auto haptic 206 Using the assistive menus 208 Using the smart scroll feature 208 Setting tap and hold delay options 209 Using interaction control mode 209 Answering or ending calls 210 Using single tap mode 210 Configuring accessibility settings 211 Using other useful features...

  • Page 6: Read Me First

    • 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.
  • Page 7 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 Earpiece Front camera Proximity/Light sensor Volume button Touch screen Power button Home button Shutter button Recent apps button Back button Multipurpose jack Microphone Speaker Headset jack Microphone Eyelet for strap GPS antenna Lens AF-assist light NFC antenna (on the battery) Flash Main antenna...

  • Page 9: Buttons

    Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos. • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects, except when you are taking photos or videos. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.

  • Page 10: 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. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Some accessories, such as docking devices, may not have the same water- and dust-resistance certification.

  • Page 11: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And Battery

    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 12 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 13 Replace the back cover. • E nsure that the back cover is closed tightly. • U se only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device. Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover.

  • Page 14: 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 15 • W hile 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. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 16 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 17: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Inserting 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.
  • Page 18 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 19: Attaching A Hand Strap

    Getting started Attaching a hand strap Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. 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.

  • Page 20: 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 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.

  • Page 21: Basics

    Basics Using 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. • T o avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 22 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 23 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 24: 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 25: Notifications And Quick Setting Panels

    Basics Icon Meaning 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 26 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 27 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 28 Basics • U .power saving: Activate or deactivate ultra power-saving mode. Refer to Using the power saving feature for details. • T oolbox: Hide or show the toolbox icon. Refer to Toolbox for details. • M obile hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature. Refer to Tethering devices and using mobile hotspots for details.

  • Page 29: 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 30 Basics Home screen options Tap and hold an area, or pinch your fingers together on the Home screen to access the options available on the Home screen.
  • Page 31 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 32 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 33: 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 34 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 35: 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. Break to the next line.
  • Page 36 Basics Changing the keyboard layout , select a language under INPUT LANGUAGES, and then select a keyboard layout to use. On the 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 37: Using The Power Saving Feature

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. Place the cursor where the text is to be inserted and tap → Paste. To paste text that you have previously copied, tap →...
  • Page 38 Basics Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode the device performs the following: • D isplays colours on the screen as grey tones. • R estricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only. •...

  • Page 39: Accessing Help Information

    Basics To add an app on the Home screen, tap and select an app. To remove an app from the Home screen, tap → Remove, select an app with , and then tap OK. To change network connectivity settings and more, tap → Settings. To deactivate the ultra power saving feature, tap →...

  • Page 40: 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 →...
  • Page 41 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 42 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. To display hidden apps, tap →...

  • Page 43: Changing The Screen Lock Method

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → 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 44: Setting Wallpaper

    Personalising Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the locked screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Wallpaper. Alternatively, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area or pinch your fingers together on the screen, and then tap Wallpapers.

  • Page 45: Setting Up Accounts

    Moving contacts from other devices to your device Moving contacts using Samsung Smart Switch You can move contacts to your device from other devices and computers using Samsung Smart Switch. Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers.
  • Page 46 Before using this feature Ensure that the Smart Switch for computers is installed on the computer. You can download the app from the Samsung Smart Switch website (www.samsungsmartswitch.com). Back up contacts from a previous device to the computer. For details, contact the device’s manufacturer.
  • Page 47 Moving contacts using Samsung Kies Import a backup contacts file 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 48: 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.
  • Page 49 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 50: Using Smart Network Switch

    Network connectivity Using Smart network switch Use this feature to maintain a stable network connection when you browse webpages, download content, and more. Before using this feature, ensure that the mobile data connection and Wi-Fi features are activated. You may incur additional charges when using this feature via a mobile network. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 51 Network connectivity Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices. Before using this feature • E nsure that the Wi-Fi feature is deactivated. • E nsure that the device’s mobile data connection is activated. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 52 Network connectivity Using Bluetooth tethering Share the device’s mobile data connection with connected computers and other devices via Bluetooth. Before using this feature • E nsure that your device is paired with the other device via Bluetooth. Refer to Bluetooth for details.

  • Page 53: Phone

    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 54 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 55 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 56: Receiving Calls

    Phone Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If you are using an app when a call comes in, tap Answer in a 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 57: During A Call

    Phone During a call During a voice call The following actions are available: • : Increase the volume. • A dd call: Dial a second call. • K eypad: Open the keypad. • E nd call: End the current call. •...
  • Page 58 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. •...

  • Page 59: Motions & Usability Features

    Motions & usability features Control motions Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Direct call On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Direct call, and then drag the Direct call switch to the right.
  • Page 60 Motions & usability features Smart alert On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Smart alert, and then drag the Smart alert switch to the right. 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.
  • Page 61 Motions & usability features Turning device over Turn the device over to mute incoming calls or alarms, or to pause media playback. Smart pause Playback pauses automatically when you look away from the screen. It resumes when you look at the screen again.

  • Page 62: Toolbox

    Motions & usability features 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. Place the side of your hand on the screen and sweep it across the screen from the right to the left or vice versa to capture a screenshot.

  • Page 63: Increasing Touch Screen Sensitivity

    Motions & usability features Increasing touch screen sensitivity Use this feature to operate the screen while wearing gloves. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display, and then tick Increase touch sensitivity. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap Increase touch sensitivity to activate it. •...

  • Page 64: 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 65: Managing Contacts

    Contacts Managing contacts Editing a contact On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. Select a contact to edit and tap Edit the contact information or tap Add another field to add more contact information. Tap Save. Deleting a contact Select a contact to delete, tap →...
  • Page 66 Merge contacts that are saved in the device with your accounts. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. Tap → 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 67 Contacts Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • S croll up or down the contacts list. • D rag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.

  • Page 68: 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 69 Messages & email While composing a message, tap to use one of the following options: • Q uick responses: Select a message template and enter a message. • I nsert smiley: Enter emoticons. • A dd subject: Enter a subject. •...
  • Page 70 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: •...

  • Page 71: Email

    Messages & email Managing messages While viewing the list of messages, tap and use the following options: • S elect: Select messages to delete or to identify them as spam. • D elete: Delete all or selected messages. •...
  • Page 72 Messages & email Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap → Schedule email. Tick Schedule email, set a time and date, and then tap Done. • 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 73: Google Mail

    Messages & email Adding contacts to the priority list Set contacts that you communicate with frequently as priority contacts. Tap → 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 74 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 75: Camera

    Camera Launching Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press and hold the Shutter button. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •...
  • Page 76 Camera Holding the camera correctly Make sure not to block the screen, lens, flash, or microphone. Make sure not to expose the lens to direct sunlight. This may discolour the image sensor, or cause it to malfunction. Half-pressing the Shutter button Press the Shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus.
  • Page 77 Camera Learning the preview screen Display current Display current camera settings. mode. GPS tagging Switch between the indicator icon front and rear camera. Start taking a video. Change the flash setting. Take a photo. Change the Change the camera shooting mode. settings.
  • Page 78 Camera Icon Meaning White balance Continuous shooting Bracket mode Voice control Geotagging Remote viewfinder Photo Suggest Taking photos Half-press the Shutter button to focus on the subject. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Press the Shutter button to take the photo. Or, tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
  • Page 79 Camera Taking videos to take a video. To stop recording, tap While recording, tap where you want to focus to change the focus. • T o change the focus while taking a video, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap •...
  • Page 80 Camera Viewing photos and videos To view taken photos or videos, tap the gallery icon. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • U se the Volume button to zoom in or out. •...

  • Page 81: Using The Camera Studio Widget

    Camera Using the camera studio widget You can access various camera-related apps in the Camera Studio widget. On the Home screen, scroll left to view the widget. Edit app shortcuts.

  • Page 82: Separating The Exposure Area And The Focus Area

    Camera Separating the exposure area and the focus area If bright light affects the contrast or the subject is outside the auto focus area, use this feature to achieve an appropriate exposure. You can separate the exposure and focus areas and select the exposure level you want for the subject.

  • Page 83: Using The Shooting Mode

    Camera Using the shooting mode Various shooting modes are available with the camera. You can use then to customise your photos and videos. On the Apps screen, tap Camera → MODE. Tap Manage mode to select the shooting modes to appear on the mode selection screen. •...
  • Page 84 Camera • P anorama: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together. The device in Gallery. identifies the photo with To get the best shot, follow these tips. – Move the camera slowly in one direction. – Keep the camera’s viewfinder within the guide frame. –...
  • Page 85 Camera Using Pro suggest mode Use this mode to take photos with one of the automatically suggested smart modes or by applying pre-defined image settings. Image settings can be combined in a film and then applied to shots when you shoot them. You can download various films or upload your own films.
  • Page 86 Camera Using Manual mode This mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. In this mode, you can fully control the exposure of your photos. This mode is useful in controlled shooting environments, such as a studio, or when it is necessary to fine-tune camera settings. This mode is also recommended for shooting night scenes or fireworks.
  • Page 87 Camera Using Selfie alarm mode Use this to detect a face in a preset area and to take multiple photos automatically. You can then select the best photo. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Tap MODE → Selfie alarm. Drag the frame to set a detection area. Compose your shot with the lens facing you.
  • Page 88 Camera Using HDR(Rich tone) mode Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. On the Apps screen, tap Camera → MODE → HDR(Rich tone), and then take a photo. Without effect With effect → Save as to save one HDR photo or two photos (one with the HDR effect and one with the regular exposure).
  • Page 89 Camera Using Surround shot mode Use this mode to take multiple shots of your immediate surroundings and combine them as a single spherical image. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Tap MODE → Surround shot. A target pointer appears on the screen. Move the device to locate the target pointer to the area where you want to the first shot.
  • Page 90 Camera Using virtual tour mode About virtual tour mode Use this shooting mode to take photos in a space by moving forwards, and 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 91 Camera Move with the device slowly in the direction of the arrow. When the small circle 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 92 Camera Select a shooting mode and apply an effect to the photos. • B est photo: Take a series of photos and save the best one. To view other photos in the series, scroll left or right. The device recommends the best photo and identifies it with •...

  • Page 93: Configuring Settings

    Camera Configuring settings On the Apps screen, tap Camera → . Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. • S hutter speed: Adjust the shutter speed to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or create tracer effects in a photo.
  • Page 94 Camera • Q uality: Use this option to select a higher photo quality for better photos. Selecting a higher photo quality also increases the file size. • A uto contrast: Use this option to improve contrast automatically in photos with backlit subjects or high contrast between subjects and backgrounds.
  • Page 95 Camera 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. Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter.
  • Page 96 Camera EV (brightness) The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo’s composition and the position of a subject. If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower than you expected, you can adjust the exposure value manually. , and then rotate the EV dial to adjust the exposure value.
  • Page 97 Camera WB (light source) The White balance represents the light source that influences on the colour of a photo. The colour of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the colour of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, or adjust the colour temperature manually.
  • Page 98 Camera Face detection Detecting faces The camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene. → Face detection → Normal. Aim the camera at a human subject. The camera automatically focuses on their face and displays a yellow frame around it. Press the Shutter button to take a photo. Taking a smile shot The camera automatically detects a smiling face, and releases the shutter.
  • Page 99 Camera OIS(anti-shake) Use the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) feature to reduce or eliminate blurriness from camera shake. → OIS (anti-shake). Before correction After correction • T his feature may not function properly in the following conditions: – When you move the camera to follow a moving subject. –...
  • Page 100 Camera Tracking AF Track your subject, even when the subject is moving or when you change the shooting composition. → Focus area → Tracking AF, and select a subject. • T racking a subject may fail in the following conditions: –...

  • Page 101: Configuring General Settings

    Camera Configuring general settings On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → • C amera function volume: Adjust the volume level for camera function sounds. • B eep: Activate or deactivate beep sounds. • G uidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. •...

  • Page 102: 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. • S electing multiple images: When you tap and hold an image, appears on the image.
  • Page 103 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 104: Accessing Additional Options

    Gallery 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: • S elect: Select images or videos. • D elete: Delete images. •...

  • Page 105: Using Tag Buddy

    Gallery Select or add a contact to the tag, and then tap Done. 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 success depends on the face’s angle, size, skin colour and facial expression.

  • Page 106: Studio

    Studio Using Photo studio Edit images by applying various effects. Tap Studio on the Apps screen. Tap Photo studio, and then select an image. Edit the image by applying various effects. Apply effects to the image. Correct red-eye, adjust and retouch faces, or make the background blurry.

  • Page 107: Using Collage Studio

    Studio 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. Using Collage studio Combine several images together to create a collage. Tap Studio on the Apps screen.

  • Page 108: Using Shot & More

    Studio Select a save option and tap OK. The edited image is saved in the Studio folder. To open the folder, tap Gallery → → Album → Studio. Using Shot & more Apply various effects to the images you have taken. Tap Studio on the Apps screen.

  • Page 109: Using Video Clip Studio

    Studio Using Video clip studio Edit or create videos with multiple images. Tap Studio on the Apps screen. Tap Video clip studio. Select videos to edit and tap Done. You can also select images to create a video. Edit the video by applying various effects. Select background music.

  • Page 110: Using Video Trimmer

    Studio Using Video trimmer Trim video segments. Tap Studio on the Apps screen. Tap Video trimmer, and then select a video. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, tap Done. Current position Start bracket End bracket...

  • Page 111: 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 112: 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 113: Hangouts

    ChatON Use this app to chat and socialise with your friends individually or in groups. When you sign in to your Samsung account, you can view all your chat history sent from registered devices. Tap ChatON on the Apps screen.
  • Page 114 Internet & SNS Chatting with buddies → Start chat, and then select a buddy to start chatting with. Then, enter a message in the text field and tap → Broadcast. To send a broadcast message, tap → ChatON Voice Chat or ChatON Video Chat. To start voice or video chat, tap Video chatting with dual camera mode will be provided for up to 3 minutes.

  • Page 115: 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 116 Voice features Tips for better voice recognition: • S peak clearly. • S peak in quiet places. • D o not use offensive or slang words. • A void speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak.

  • Page 117: Voice Recorder

    Voice features Voice Recorder Recording voice memos Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen. to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the bottom of the device. Tap pause recording. To cancel recording, tap . Tap to finish recording. While recording a voice memo, tap to insert a bookmark.
  • Page 118 Voice features Saving files with contextual tags Add contextual tags, such as locations and dates, to filenames when saving voice memos. Tap → 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 119: 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: • S elect: Select voice memos to share or delete. •...

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