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  • Page 1 SM-G386F SM-G386U User Manual www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2 • A pplications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • S amsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3 No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
  • Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • W i-Fi...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Google Mail Switching to silent mode Hangouts Google+ Basics Photos ChatON Indicator icons Using the touch screen Control motions Web & network Notifications Internet Home screen Chrome Locked screen Bluetooth Using applications Samsung Link Applications screen Help S Beam Entering text...
  • Page 6 Travel & local Video Maps YouTube Local Radio Navigation Application & media stores Settings Play Store About Settings Samsung Apps Connections Play Books 103 My device Play Music 113 Accounts Play Games 113 More Play Newsstand 116 Google Settings Utilities...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Front camera Earpiece Proximity sensor Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Rear camera Flash Headset jack Sub antenna GPS antenna Back cover Volume button Speaker NFC antenna (on the battery) Main antenna...

  • Page 8: Buttons

    Getting started • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • B e careful not to damage the main and sub antennas with sharp objects. If the antenna area is scratched or damaged, the device and antenna performance may be affected.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • O ther accessories may not be compatible with your device.

  • Page 10: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And

    Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • O nly microSIM cards work with the device. • S ome LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider.
  • Page 11 SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
  • Page 12 Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

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

  • Page 15: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • W hen you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •...
  • Page 16 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 17: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → More → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card →...

  • Page 18: Holding The Device

    Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode.

  • Page 19: Basics

    Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected...

  • Page 20: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. •...
  • Page 21 Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
  • Page 22 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, 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 Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

  • Page 24: Control Motions

    Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motions and gestures, and then drag the Motions and gestures switch to the right.
  • Page 25 Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker).

  • Page 26: Notifications

    Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 27: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Changing the Home screen mode The Home screen has standard and easy modes.
  • Page 28 Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen.

  • Page 29: Locked Screen

    Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. • S ome widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges.

  • Page 30: Using Applications

    Basics Tap the widgets panel area at the upper part of the screen. Scroll right to the last page, tap and then select a widget to add to the locked screen. Rearranging panels Moving a panel Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

  • Page 31: Applications Screen

    Basics Opening from recently-used applications Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications. Select an application icon to open. Closing an application Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance. Press and hold the Home button, tap , and then tap End next to an application to close it.

  • Page 32: Help

    Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications → Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it.

  • Page 33: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.
  • Page 34 Basics Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered.

  • Page 35: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste.

  • Page 36: Setting Up Accounts

    Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.

  • Page 37: Transferring Files

    Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer.

  • Page 38: Securing The Device

    Basics Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device →...
  • Page 39 Basics Setting a face and voice unlock On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Face and voice. Fit your face in the frame to be captured and then set a voice command. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face and voice unlock fails.

  • Page 40: Upgrading The Device

    Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software.
  • Page 41 Basics Upgrading over the air The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → More → About device → Software update → Update.

  • Page 42: Communication

    Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • K eypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . •...
  • Page 43 Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .
  • Page 44 Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Sending a message → Send message to send a message to the number on display. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.
  • Page 45 Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When a second call comes in, end or hold the first call. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
  • Page 46 Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap During a video call The following actions are available: • S witch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. •...

  • Page 47: Contacts

    Communication Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider. Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.
  • Page 48 Communication Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact →...
  • Page 49 → Merge accounts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung → Merge accounts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list.
  • Page 50 Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favourites.
  • Page 51 Communication Contact groups Tap Groups. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: • C reate: Make a new group. •...

  • Page 52: Messages

    Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:...

  • Page 53: Email

    Communication Translating and sending messages → Translate, drag the To use the translating feature while composing a message, tap Translate switch to the right, set a language pair, and then tap OK. to translate the message, and then tap Done. The translated message will replace the message of the source language.
  • Page 54 Communication Sending scheduled messages → Scheduled email. Tick Scheduled email, set a time While composing a message, tap and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • I f the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

  • Page 55: Google Mail

    Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • T his application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 56 Communication Reading messages Keep the message for long-term Delete the message. storage. Mark the message as unread. Reply to all recipients or forward Add this email address to the the message to others. contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to the message.

  • Page 57: Hangouts

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

  • Page 58: Photos

    Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by → Settings → Contact selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap sync →...

  • Page 59: Web & Network

    Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. →...

  • Page 60: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap Saved pages → Saved pages. To view saved webpages, tap Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. →...

  • Page 61: Bluetooth

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

  • Page 62: Samsung Link

    Internet. You can play and send multimedia files on your device to another device or web storage service. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type.

  • Page 63: Nfc

    Web & network Sharing files Select a device or web storage, tap , select files, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Playing files on a remote device Select a device or web storage, tap , select a file, and then select a device. •...
  • Page 64 Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data.

  • Page 65: Music

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.
  • Page 66 Media → Settings → Smart volume. To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap 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 67: Camera

    Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 72) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •...
  • Page 68 Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • A uto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
  • Page 69 Media Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. Taking videos Taking a video to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap While recording, use the following actions: •...
  • Page 70 Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • U se the Volume button to zoom in or out. • S pread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video.
  • Page 71 Media Configuring settings for Camera → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. • P hoto size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.

  • Page 72: Gallery

    Media • S ave as flipped: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene. • S torage: Select the memory location for storage. • R eset: Reset the camera settings. Shortcuts Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options. →...
  • Page 73 Media Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap Trimming segments of a video Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video.
  • Page 74 Media Favourite images → Favourite to add the image to the favourites list. When viewing an image, tap Deleting images Use one of the following methods: → Select item, select images, and then tap • I n a folder, tap •...

  • Page 75: Video

    Media Organising with folders Create a folder to organise images or videos stored in the device. You can copy or move files from one folder to another. To create a new folder, tap . Enter a name for the folder, tap OK, and then tick images or videos.

  • Page 76: Youtube

    Media Sharing videos → Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it.

  • Page 77: Radio

    Media Radio Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. Tap Radio on the Applications screen. Listening to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time.
  • Page 78 Media Scanning radio stations → Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen. Adding stations to the favourites list Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list.

  • Page 79: Application & Media Stores

    Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.

  • Page 80: Samsung Apps

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

  • Page 81: Play Music

    Application & media stores Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Games Use this application to download and play games.

  • Page 82: Utilities

    Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos , enter a memo, and then tap Save. → Colour. To change the background colour, tap →...
  • Page 83 Utilities Viewing a memo Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos. and use the following: • D elete: Delete the memo. • C olour: Change the background colour. • L ock: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it. •...
  • Page 84 Utilities To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place.

  • Page 85: Dropbox

    Utilities Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others at the right side of the screen. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar.

  • Page 86: Cloud

    To open files in the favourites list, tap Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Cloud.

  • Page 87: Drive

    Utilities Drive Use this application to create and edit documents and share them with others via Google Drive storage. When you create documents or upload files to Google Drive, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computer with Google Drive installed. Access your files without transferring or downloading.
  • Page 88 Utilities Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. • L ocation alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location. •...

  • Page 89: Calculator

    Utilities Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start. Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off. Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations.

  • Page 90: Voice Recorder

    Utilities Starting a conversation with the translator Tap the buttons at the bottom of the screen to communicate with another person via spoken translation. Tap Speak for your language, and then speak into the microphone. The device will translate what you say. Tap in the target language field to let the device read the translation out loud.
  • Page 91 Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Pause playback. • / : Skip 60 seconds backwards or forwards. • : Skip to the previous or next voice memo. →...
  • Page 92 Utilities S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...

  • Page 93: Google

    Utilities Waking up the device with voice When the screen is turned off, you can launch S Voice with a voice command. Say “Hi Galaxy” to the device to launch S Voice. → Settings → Wake up command. To activate this feature, tap Using wake-up commands on the locked screen On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands.

  • Page 94: Voice Search

    Utilities Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now →...

  • Page 95: Downloads

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

  • Page 96: Tripadvisor

    Utilities TripAdvisor Use this application to get travel information such as destination or hotel. You can also book for a room and share your reviews with others. Tap TripAdvisor on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 97: Travel & Local

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

  • Page 98: Navigation

    Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • N avigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving.

  • Page 99: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 100 Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
  • Page 101 Settings To use more options, tap • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • R estrict background data: Set the device to disable sync in the background while using a mobile network. •...
  • Page 102 • D ownload to: Select a memory location for saving media files. • U pload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 103: My Device

    Settings My device Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • S creen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. • M ultiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen. •...
  • Page 104 Settings Display Change the settings for the display. • W allpaper: – Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. – Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. – Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen.
  • Page 105 Settings • S creen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen. • A udio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting. •...
  • Page 106 Settings • C all accessories: – Automatic answering: Set the device to answer a call automatically after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). – Automatic answering timer: Select the length of time that the device waits before answering calls.
  • Page 107 Settings • V ideo call image: Select an image to be shown to the other party. • U se call fail options: Choose to try a voice call when a video call fails to connect. • V oicemail service: Select or set your voicemail service provider. •...
  • Page 108 Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device. • A uto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. •...
  • Page 109 Settings • T ext-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. •...
  • Page 110 – Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar. – Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • H elp: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
  • Page 111 This feature appears once you use a voice recognition application. Voice search For Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: • L anguage: Select a language for the voice recognition. • O pen via the home key: Set the device to launch S Voice when you press the Home button twice.
  • Page 112 Settings For Google voice recognition, use the following options: • L anguage: Select a language for the voice recognition. • S peech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current action. • B lock offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results. •...

  • Page 113: Accounts

    Accounts Add account Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server.
  • Page 114 • 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 115 Settings • U nknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store. • V erify apps: Set the device to allow Google to check applications for harmful behaviour before installing them. •...

  • Page 116: Google Settings

    Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. • A utomatic date and time: Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones.

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
  • Page 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 applications 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 application 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 on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device.
  • Page 123 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (EU). 04/2014. Rev.1.0...

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