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• 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.
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Table of Contents Getting started Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up accounts Device layout Transferring files Buttons Securing the device Package contents Upgrading the device Installing the UIM or SIM card and battery Charging the battery Communication Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Phone Contacts...
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Table of Contents Gallery Blocking mode Video Player Sound Display Call/message block Application & media stores Storage Power saving mode Samsung Apps Battery Application manager Utilities Location services Lock screen Memo Security S Planner Language and keyboard Clock Backup and reset...
Getting started Device layout Proximity sensor Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack Speaker GPS antenna Volume button Rear camera Back cover Main antenna...
Getting started • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • D o not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • D o not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
• 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.
Getting started Installing the UIM or SIM card and battery Insert the UIM or SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively.
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• U se caution not to lose or let others use the UIM or SIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
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Getting started Removing the UIM or SIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the UIM or SIM card. To remove the UIM card, insert a pointed tool through the hole and push the UIM card out of the slot, as shown in the image below.
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.
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• I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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. •...
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Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or 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.
Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. •...
Getting started 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. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction.
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Getting started Activating UIM or SIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → UIM/SIM card manager. Select a UIM or SIM card, and then tick Activate. Changing the display name and icon of UIM or SIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps →...
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 Currently accessing UIM or SIM card Roaming (outside of normal service area) GSM network connected 3G network connected...
Basics Icon Meaning Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use 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.
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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, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
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. Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device.
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Basics Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation. To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation.
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Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback. Shaking • S hake the device to search for Bluetooth devices, or computers in Kies via Wi-Fi. • S hake the device to update the list of emails or information from Yahoo News, Yahoo Finance, or AccuWeather.
Basics Page Buddy Use this feature to use specific applications based on your actions. Pages related to your actions appear in the following conditions: • W hen you connect a headset to the device. • W hen you are roaming. 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.
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. Rearranging items Adding an application icon On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel...
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Basics Rearranging panels Adding a new panel → Edit page → Moving a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the bottom of the screen.
Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Opening from recently-used applications Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.
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.
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. Using the Samsung keyboard Changing the keyboard layout →...
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Basics Handwriting , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word. Use handwriting gestures to perform actions, such as editing or deleting characters → and inserting spaces. To view the gesture guides, tap and hold , and then tap Handwriting →...
Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 80) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.
Samsung account. To sign in with or sign up for a Samsung account, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Add account → Samsung account. After that, tap Create new account to sign up, or tap Sign in, and then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
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Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires a preset pattern, PIN, or password whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the pattern, PIN, or password. 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.
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 •...
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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 During a call The following actions are available:...
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Communication → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from • the conversation. → My call sound: Select an equaliser option for use during a call. • → Memo: Create a memo. • Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to Contacts.
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Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. 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, or press and hold the headset button.
Communication Ending a call Tap End call to end a call. Or press the headset button. Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact and enter contact information.
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Moving contacts Moving to Google Contacts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving to Samsung Contacts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list.
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Communication Importing and exporting contacts Importing contacts → Import/Export → Import from CDMA01 card, Import from GSM02 card, Import from SD card, or Import from USB storage. Exporting contacts → Import/Export → Export to CDMA01 card, Export to GSM02 card, Export to SD card, or Export to USB storage.
Communication Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: • C reate: Make a new group. • S earch: Search for contacts. • C hange order: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another position, and then tap Done.
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Communication Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients: • E nter a phone number. • T ap , select contacts, and then tap Done. Use the following methods to make a multimedia message: •...
Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Select an email service and enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, or tap Manual set-up for a company email account.
Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap Tap a message to read. Reply to the message. Forward the message. Delete the message. Add this email address to the contacts list.
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Communication → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients. → Save draft to save the message for later delivery. → Discard to start over. Reading messages Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to this message. Add this email address to the Reply to all recipients or forward contacts list.
Communication Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk. Tap Talk on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Public profile Tap the account ID at the top of the friends list to change the availability status, image, or status message.
Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts, or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.
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. Opening a new page →...
Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages →...
• 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 → Bluetooth, and then drag...
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Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto-generated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth.
Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • 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.
Media Setting a song as ringtone → Set as → Voice call To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap ringtone(CDMA) or Voice call ringtone(GSM). Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. → Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap Add music, Tap Playlists, and then tap select songs to include, and then tap Done.
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Media Taking photos Taking a photo to take a photo. Change the shooting Indicates which mode. storage is in use. Switch between still Select among various and video mode. e ects that are available. Change the scene mode. Adjust the brightness. Open the image viewer to display Change the camera...
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Media • A utumn color: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. • C andlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. • F irework: Use this setting for high-contrast scenes. • B acklight: Use this setting for subjects with bright lights behind them. •...
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Media Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap Recording mode Change recording Indicates which mode. storage is in use. Select among various Switch between still e ects that are...
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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 function may not be available when shooting at the highest resolution.
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Media • E ffects: Select among various effects that are available. • S cene mode: Change the scene mode. • B rightness: Change the brightness. • T imer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • R esolution: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.
Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery 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. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.
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• B uddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image. • P rint: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • R ename: Rename the file.
Media Tagging faces → Face tag → On. A yellow frame appears around the When viewing an image, tap recognised face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages.
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Media Deleting videos → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete. Sharing videos → Share via, select videos by ticking, 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.
Application & media stores Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit www.samsungapps.com . Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
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. → To change the background colour, tap →...
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• : Lock the memo so that others cannot view it. • : Print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks.
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Utilities 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. Attach a map showing the location of the event.
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use as the desk clock. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and...
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Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World Clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen → Scientific calculator. rotation is disabled, tap To see the calculation history, tap to hide the keypad.
Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the volume by dragging the volume bar up or down. • : Stop playback. •...
Utilities Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a keyword. If no results are returned from the applications, the web browser appears, displaying the search results. Search scope → Settings → Phone search, and then tick the To select what applications to search, tap items to search for.
Utilities • S earch: Search for files. • V iew by: Change the view mode. • S ort by: Sort files or folders. • S hare via: Send a file to others. • M ove: Move files or folders to another folder. •...
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 , enter an address, and then tap .
Travel & local Getting directions for a destination , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: • M y current location: Use current location for starting location. • C ontacts: Select from the contacts list. •...
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.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap •...
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 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.
Settings More settings Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • C DMA01: – Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. –...
• H elp: Learn more about USB, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth tethering. Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy).
Settings • D evice vibration: Add or select a vibration pattern. • D efault notifications: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and missed calls. • V ibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. •...
Settings Call/message block Set the device to reject calls or messages from specified phone numbers or reject messages containing specified text. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.
Settings Location services Change settings for location information permissions. • U se wireless networks: Set the device to allow location data collection or to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi or mobile network. • U se GPS satellites: Set the device to use the GPS satellite for finding the current location. •...
• 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.
• U nknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Samsung Apps. • T rusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications.
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• B lock offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • P ortrait keyboard types: Change the keyboard layout.
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• C haracter preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • K ey-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • T utorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
Settings 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. • B ack-up account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. •...
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.
Settings • A ccessibility shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button. • T alkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback. • F ont size: Change the font size. •...
• 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, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre.
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Troubleshooting Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for 10-12 seconds.
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Troubleshooting Audio quality is poor • E nsure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna. • W hen you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected •...
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Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: •...
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• 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 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
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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 (SEA). 06/2013. Rev. 1.0...
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