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- Page 1 SM-G130E User Manual English (SWA). 07/2014. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Read me first Network connectivity Mobile data Wi-Fi Getting started Tethering and Mobile hotspot Internet Package contents Device layout Using the SIM card and battery Personalising Using a memory card Turning the device on and off Managing the Home and Apps screens Locking and unlocking the screen Setting wallpaper and ringtones Changing the screen lock method... - Page 3 Table of Contents Messages & email Connecting with other devices Messages Email Bluetooth Wi-Fi Direct Mobile printing Camera Basic shooting Device & data manager Shooting modes Camera settings Upgrading the device Transferring files between the device and a computer Gallery Backing up and restoring data Performing a data reset Viewing photos or videos...
- Page 4 Table of Contents 113 Turning off all sounds 114 Mono audio 114 Setting tap and hold delay options 114 Interaction control 115 Auto rotate screen 115 Screen timeout 115 Answering or ending calls 116 Using other useful features Troubleshooting...
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Page 5: 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 6 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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Page 7: Getting Started
• 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. Malfunctions caused by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service. -
Page 8: Device Layout
Getting started Device layout Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Recent apps button Multipurpose jack Microphone Rear camera Headset jack GPS antenna Speaker Volume button Back cover Main antenna • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. - Page 9 Getting started Buttons Button Function • P ress and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • P ress to turn on or lock the screen. • T ap to open the list of recent apps. Recent apps •...
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Page 10: Using The Sim Card And Battery
Getting started Using the SIM card and battery Installing the SIM card and battery Insert the SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microSIM cards work with the device. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. - Page 11 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 card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
- Page 12 Getting started Replace the back cover. Removing the SIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the SIM card.
- Page 13 Getting started Using dual SIM cards If you insert two SIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM cards → Settings → SIM card manager. Tap one or both of the On the Home screen, tap switches for the SIM cards to activate them.
- Page 14 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.
- Page 15 • 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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Page 16: Using A Memory Card
Getting started Using a memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 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 17 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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Page 18: Turning The Device On And Off
Getting started Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on- screen instructions to set up your device. -
Page 19: Locking And Unlocking The Screen
Getting started Locking and unlocking the screen Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. To unlock the screen, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area. -
Page 20: 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 21 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
- Page 22 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 of items, 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.
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Page 23: Home Screen Layout
Basics Home screen layout Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing 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. To view other panels, scroll left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen. - Page 24 Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.
- Page 25 Basics Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. On the Home screen, tap 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 Apps screen.
- Page 26 Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. 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.
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Page 27: Notifications Panel
Basics Notifications panel Using the notifications panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notifications panel and view the details. To open the notifications panel, drag the status bar downwards. -
Page 28: Opening Apps
Basics Using the quick setting buttons You can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. Tap the following options to activate or deactivate them. You can view more detailed settings if you tap and hold a button. • W i-Fi: Refer to Wi-Fi for more information. -
Page 29: Installing Or Uninstalling Apps
Installing or uninstalling apps Samsung Apps Use this app to purchase and download 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 30 Basics Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps To disable default apps, open the Apps screen and tap → Uninstall/disable apps. appears on the apps that you can disable. Select an app and tap OK. To uninstall downloaded apps, open the Apps screen and tap → Downloaded apps → → Uninstall.
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Page 31: Entering Text
Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Change the keyboard settings. - Page 32 Basics Using additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of depending on the last function that was used. • : Enter text by voice. Change the language. Open the keyboard. Start or pause entering text by voice.
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Page 33: Screen Capture
Basics Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device. Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. The image is saved in the Gallery → → Albums → Screenshots folder. After capturing a screenshot, you can edit the image and share it with others. -
Page 34: Viewing Help Information
Basics 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 the following options: •... -
Page 35: Network Connectivity
Network connectivity Mobile data Connect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usage for additional options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Data usage → a SIM card, and then tick Mobile data. Alternatively, open the notifications panel and tap Mobile data to activate it. - Page 36 Network connectivity Adding Wi-Fi networks If the desired network does not appear in the Wi-Fi networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the 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. Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it.
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Page 37: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot
Network connectivity Tethering and Mobile hotspot 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 Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. - Page 38 Network connectivity Using USB tethering Share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices 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.
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Page 39: Internet
Network connectivity 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 40 Network connectivity Setting the homepage Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap → Settings → General → Set homepage, and then select one of the following: • C urrent page: Set the current webpage as your homepage. • B lank page: Set a blank page as your homepage. •...
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Page 41: Personalising
Personalising Managing the Home and Apps screens Managing the Home screen Adding items Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen. To add widgets, open the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Widgets, tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen. - Page 42 Personalising Managing folders To rename a folder, select a folder, and then tap the existing folder name. Enter a new name for the folder and tap Done. To change the colour of a folder, select a folder, tap , and then select a colour. To move more apps to a folder, tap and hold an app, and then drag it to the folder.
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Page 43: Setting Wallpaper And Ringtones
Personalising Moving items On the Apps screen, tap → Edit. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item to a new panel, drag it to Create page that appears at the top of the screen. You can move folders only in the folder panel. -
Page 44: 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 45: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device
Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for more information. Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers. Using Smart Switch Mobile Use this app to transfer data from your previous iPhone or Android device to your new device. You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store. -
Page 46: Setting Up Accounts
Using Samsung Kies Import a backup of your data from your computer via Samsung Kies to restore data on your device. You can also back up data to the computer via Samsung Kies. Refer to... -
Page 47: Phone
Phone Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call. You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in Logs, Favourites, and Contacts. View call and message logs. View favourite contacts. - Page 48 Phone Making calls from the favourites list You can easily call contacts that you communicate with frequently by adding them to the favourite contacts list. To add contacts to the favourites list, tap Contacts, select a contact, and then tap To make a call to a favourite contact, tap Favourites and select a contact.
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Page 49: Receiving Calls
Phone Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is activated, another call can be answered. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. -
Page 50: Options During Calls
Phone Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available: • A dd call: Dial a second call. • K eypad: Open the keypad. • E nd call: End the current call. • S peaker: 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 51: Contacts
Contacts Adding contacts Moving contacts from other devices You can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from your previous device for more information. Creating contacts manually On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. and enter contact information. -
Page 52: 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 and tap →... - Page 53 Contacts Importing and exporting contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts. Tap → Settings → Contacts → Import/export, and then select an import or export option. Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts →...
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Page 54: 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 when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options. -
Page 55: Messages Email
Messages & email • S chedule message: Set a specified time and date for a message to be sent. • D iscard: Cancel composing the message. • F ont size: Change the font size of text in the text field. Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap →... - Page 56 Messages & email Managing messages While viewing the list of messages, tap and use the following options: • S elect: Select messages to apply options. • D elete: Delete all or selected messages. • S pam filter: View spam messages. •...
- Page 57 Messages & email Accessing additional options While composing a message, tap and access additional options. • S end email to myself: Send the message to myself. • S cheduled email: Send the message at a scheduled time. • 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.
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Page 58: Camera
Camera Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos Tap Camera on the Apps screen. to take a photo or tap to record a video. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Display current mode. View more options. -
Page 59: Shooting Modes
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. If is not shown, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen, and then tick Camera shortcut. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 60: Camera Settings
Camera Panorama Use this mode to take a photo composed of many photos strung together. On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Panorama. To get the best shot, follow these tips: • M ove the camera slowly in one direction. •... - Page 61 Camera • V olume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function. • T imer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • W hite balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.
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Page 62: Gallery
Gallery Viewing photos or videos Viewing content on the device On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To hide or show the menu bar and the preview thumbnails, tap the screen. Send the image to others. - Page 63 Gallery Accessing additional options On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video. Tap and use the following options. • S lideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • C opy to clipboard: Copy the file to the clipboard. •...
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Page 64: Multimedia
Multimedia Video Playing videos Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Adjust the volume. Change screen ratio. Access additional options. Move forwards or Pause and resume backwards by dragging playback. the bar. Skip to the previous Skip to the next video. -
Page 65: Useful Apps And Features
Useful apps and features S Planner Starting S Planner Use this app to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. Change the view mode. Access additional options. Go to today's date. Create events or tasks. Tap and use the following: •... - Page 66 Useful apps and features 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.
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Page 67: Calculator
Useful apps and features 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. -
Page 68: Chaton
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 69: Clock
Useful apps and features Clock Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm. Setting alarms in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap Save. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap next to the alarm in the alarms list. - Page 70 Useful apps and features 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. Deleting clocks Tap → Delete, select clocks, and then tap Done. Stopwatch On the Apps screen, tap Clock →...
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Page 71: Downloads
Useful apps and features Downloads Use this app to see what files are downloaded through the apps. Tap Downloads on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a file to open it with an appropriate app. To sort the files by date, title, or size tap →... -
Page 72: Memo
Useful apps and features Memo Use this app to create memos and organise them by category. Tap Memo on the Apps screen. Composing memos on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: •... -
Page 73: Radio
• S elect: Select memos to apply options. • D elete: Delete memos. • A ccount: Sync memos with your Samsung account. While viewing a memo, tap and use the following options: • D elete: Delete the memo. - Page 74 Useful apps and features to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen. Adjust the volume. Record a song from the FM radio. Access additional options. Enter radio station frequency manually.
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Page 75: Voice Recorder
Useful apps and 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. Access additional options. Recording elapsed time Display the list of voice memos. -
Page 76: Google Apps
Useful apps and features Managing voice memos On the Apps screen, tap Voice Recorder → Tap and select one of the following: • S elect: Select voice memos to apply options. • D elete: Select voice memos to delete. •... - Page 77 Useful apps and features Maps Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. Play Newsstand Read news and magazines that interest you in one convenient location. Play Games Download games from Play Store and play them with others.
- Page 78 Useful apps and features Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase. Google Settings Configure settings for some features provided by Google.
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Page 79: Connecting With Other Devices
SIG, may be incompatible with your device. • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. - Page 80 Connecting with other devices Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activate it, and then tap Scan. The detected devices are listed. To set the device as visible to other devices, tap the device name. Select a device to pair with.
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Page 81: Wi-Fi Direct
Connecting with other devices Receiving an image When another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received image is saved in the Gallery → Download folder. Unpairing Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth. The device displays the paired devices in the list. - Page 82 Connecting with other devices Sending and receiving data You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Sending an image On the Apps screen, tap Gallery. Select an image.
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Page 83: Mobile Printing
Connecting with other devices Mobile printing Connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →... -
Page 84: Device & Data Manager
Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information about how to upgrade. -
Page 85: 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 86: 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 87: Performing A Data Reset
Samsung account. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. Tap Samsung account → Backup, tick the items to back up, and then tap Back up now → Back up. To restore data, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Samsung account → Restore, select the items, and then tap Restore now. -
Page 88: Settings
Settings About Settings Use this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. WIRELESS AND NETWORKS Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. - Page 89 Settings Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy Tap → Advanced → Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep. When the screen is turned off, the device automatically turns off Wi-Fi connections. When this happens, the device automatically accesses mobile networks if it is set to use them.
- Page 90 Settings • U SB 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. • B luetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.
- Page 91 Settings SIM card manager Activate your SIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. On the Settings screen, tap SIM card manager. • V oice call: Select a SIM card for voice calls. • D ata service network: Select a SIM card for data service. •...
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Page 92: Device
Settings DEVICE Lock screen Change the settings for the locked screen. On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen. • S creen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. •... - Page 93 Settings • T ouch sounds: Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the touch screen. • S creen lock sound: Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touch screen. Display Change the display settings.
- Page 94 Settings Call Customise the settings for calling features. On the Settings screen, tap Call. • S et up call reject messages: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call. • A nswering/ending calls: – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button.
- Page 95 Settings • A ccounts: Set the device to accept IP calls and set up your accounts for IP call services. • U se Internet calling: Set whether to use IP call services for all calls or only for IP calls. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.
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Page 96: Personal
• R emote 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 97 Settings • G o to website: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device from the Find my mobile website. • S et up SIM card lock: – Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.
- Page 98 • C haracter preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • T ap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
- Page 99 Settings Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap • C hoose input languages: Select languages for text input. • B lock offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs. Voice search •...
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Page 100: Accounts
Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server. •... - Page 101 Settings • S et date: Set the current date manually. • S et time: Set the current time manually. • S elect time zone: Set the home time zone. • U se 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. •...
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Page 102: Accessibility
Accessibility About Accessibility Accessibility menus are special features for those with certain physical disabilities, such as poor eyesight or hearing impairment. Setting the accessibility shortcut Voice feedback (TalkBack) Changing the font size Magnifying the screen Turning off all sounds Mono audio Setting tap and hold delay options Interaction control Auto rotate screen... -
Page 103: Setting The Accessibility Shortcut
Accessibility Setting the accessibility shortcut You can view accessibility menus quickly by pressing and holding the Power button. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Show shortcut, tick Accessibility or TalkBack, and then tap Apply. Voice feedback (TalkBack) Activating or deactivating TalkBack When you activate TalkBack, the device reads aloud the text on the screen or selected features. - Page 104 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, open the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
- Page 105 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 106 Accessibility • O pen notifications: Open the notifications panel. • O pen global context menu: Open the global contextual menu. Tap and hold the screen to open the circular global contextual menu. You can use features, such as Quick navigation, Read from top, Spell last utterance, and Read from next item.
- Page 107 Accessibility Tap and hold the screen and draw a circle with your finger to explore menus. Then, release your finger when you hear Change granularity. Tap and hold the screen again and draw a circle with your finger to explore menus. Then, release your finger when you hear the reading unit you want.
- Page 108 Accessibility Using the quick navigation feature With the quick navigation feature, you can access menus by drawing a circle on the screen without scrolling up or down to select an item. Open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it.
- Page 109 Accessibility • U se pitch changes: Set the device to read aloud text at a low pitch when it is entered using a keyboard. • K eyboard echo: Set the device to read aloud text or symbols entered using a keyboard. You can also set the type of keyboard to apply this feature to.
- Page 110 Accessibility • M anage gestures: Assign actions to perform using finger gestures. Refer to Configuring finger gesture settings for more information. • M anage customised labels: View the labels you added. • R esume from suspend: Select a method to resume voice feedback. •...
- Page 111 Changing the input language To add input languages, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Language and input. next to Samsung keyboard → Select input languages and select the Then, tap languages to use.
- Page 112 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: • D eleting text: Tap the delete button on the keyboard. •...
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Page 113: Changing The Font Size
Accessibility Changing the font size Use this feature to change the font size. The device provides various font sizes to make the device more convenient for visually impaired users. Setting the font size to Huge may not be available in some apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →... -
Page 114: Mono Audio
Accessibility Mono audio Set the device to switch the sound output from stereo to mono when a headset is connected. Mono output combines stereo sound into one signal that is played through all headset speakers. Use this if you have a hearing impairment or if a single earbud is more convenient. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →... -
Page 115: Auto Rotate Screen
Accessibility Auto rotate screen Allow or prevent the interface from rotating automatically when you rotate the device. To fix the screen in portrait orientation, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility, and then deselect Auto rotate screen. Screen timeout Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. -
Page 116: Using Other Useful Features
Accessibility Using other useful features • S earching by voice: Use voice commands to search for webpage content. Use this feature when you are on the move and cannot use your hands to enter text. • U sing the notifications panel: Drag the status bar downwards to open the notifications panel. - Page 117 Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
- Page 118 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
- Page 119 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • I f the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
- Page 120 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
- Page 121 • I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
- Page 122 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
- Page 123 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.